Making Ice Hash (Ice-O-Lator) from Cannabis

Ice hash, also known as Ice-O-Lator or bubble hash, is a popular and solventless method of extracting cannabinoids, including THC, from cannabis plants. This technique involves using ice and water to separate trichomes from the plant material, resulting in a potent and flavorful hashish product. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the step-by-step process of making ice hash, exploring the equipment needed, the techniques involved, and tips for optimizing your yields.

I. Understanding the Ice Hash Extraction Process:

Principle of Ice-O-Lator:
a. Ice-O-Lator utilizes ice water to freeze and separate trichomes, which contain cannabinoids, terpenes, and other desirable compounds, from the plant material.
b. The process is gentle and solventless, preserving the integrity of the cannabinoids and terpenes.

Materials Needed:
a. High-quality cannabis flower or trim
b. Ice-O-Lator bags (mesh bags with varying micron sizes)
c. Ice cubes
d. Water
e. Buckets
f. Stirring utensil
g. Parchment paper or a clean surface for drying

II. Step-by-Step Guide to Making Bubble Hash (ice-O-lator):

Prepare Your Cannabis Material:
a. Use dried and cured cannabis flower or trim for optimal results.
b. Break the material into small pieces, ensuring an even distribution in the extraction bags.

Set Up Your Workspace:
a. Ensure a clean and sanitized workspace to maintain the purity of the final product.
b. Place buckets, bags, and other equipment within easy reach.

Assemble Ice-O-Lator Bags:
a. Place the Ice-O-Lator bags in a bucket, starting with the bag with the highest micron size (e.g., 220 microns) at the bottom, followed by bags with progressively smaller micron sizes.
b. The smallest micron bag (e.g., 25 microns) should be placed on top.

Fill the Bags with Cannabis Material:
a. Distribute the broken cannabis material evenly across the bags, starting with the largest micron size at the bottom.
b. Ensure each bag is filled to the same level, leaving some space at the top for ice and water.

Add Ice and Water:
a. Place a generous amount of ice on top of the cannabis material in the bags.
b. Pour cold water over the ice and material, ensuring complete saturation.

Agitate the Mixture:
a. Gently agitate the mixture using a stirring utensil.
b. Continue stirring for 15-20 minutes to facilitate the separation of trichomes from the plant material.

Drain the Bags:
a. Lift each bag one by one, allowing the water to drain through the mesh.
b. Collect the liquid runoff in separate buckets for each bag.

Collect and Dry the Hash:
a. Open each bag and collect the hash that has collected on the mesh.
b. Spread the collected hash on parchment paper or a clean, flat surface to dry.

Optional Washing and Pressing:
a. Some users choose to wash the hash with additional cold water to further purify it.
b. Press the hash using a pollen press or by hand to form a solid, manageable product.

 

III. Tips for Maximizing Ice-O-Later Yields:

Use Quality Cannabis Material:
a. Start with high-quality cannabis flower or trim to ensure a flavorful and potent end product.
b. Proper curing enhances the trichome quality.

Maintain Cold Temperatures:
a. Keep the water and ice as cold as possible to encourage trichome separation.
b. Consider using distilled water to reduce impurities.

Adjust Agitation Intensity:
a. Experiment with the intensity and duration of agitation to find the optimal balance for your preferred hash consistency.
b. Gentle stirring prevents excessive plant material from contaminating the hash.

Multiple Runs:
a. Consider running the same cannabis material through the Ice-O-Lator bags multiple times to extract any remaining trichomes.
b. Each subsequent run may produce a lower grade of hash.

Dry in a Cool, Dark Place:
a. Ensure proper drying conditions to preserve the flavor and potency of the hash.
b. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight during the drying process.

 

Top 5 Feminized strains for Ice Hash:

1. Permanent Marker Feminized
2. Gelato Olandese Feminized
3. Super Silver Lemon Haze Feminized
4. White Widow Feminized
5. Orange Cookies Feminized

 

 

IV. Consuming Ice Hash:

Smoking:
a. Ice hash can be smoked in a pipe, bong, or rolled into a joint or blunt.
b. It offers a clean and flavorful experience compared to some solvent-based extracts.

Vaporizing:
a. Vaporizing hash using a vaporizer designed for concentrates provides a smooth and efficient consumption method.
b. Lower temperatures can preserve terpenes and cannabinoids.

Edibles:
a. Decarboxylate the hash to activate cannabinoids, making it suitable for cooking or baking.
b. Incorporate decarboxylated hash into recipes for edibles.

Topical Application:
a. Infuse hash into carrier oils or balms for topical applications.
b. Topical products can provide localized relief without psychoactive effects.

Top 5 Dutchfem autoflowers for Ice-O-Later:

1. Dosidos Autoflower
2. Platinum Girl Scout Cookies Autoflower
3. Gelato Olandese Autoflower
4. White Widow Autoflower
5. Purple Power Punch Autoflowering

Making Ice-O-Lator or ice hash from cannabis is a rewarding and solventless extraction method that produces a clean and flavorful concentrate. By following this comprehensive guide, you can master the art of ice hash extraction, from selecting quality cannabis material to fine-tuning the process for optimal results. Whether you’re a cannabis enthusiast seeking a DIY project or a cultivator looking to explore solventless extraction, making ice hash offers a unique and enjoyable way to experience the diverse flavors and effects of the cannabis plant.

Northern-End making Ice-O-Later with Dutchfem Gelato Olandese #41