Resin vs. Rosin vs. Distillate: What’s in Your Vape?

If you’ve ever bought a vape cartridge or disposable vape at a dispensary or online, you’ve likely been met with questions like “Resin or rosin?” or “Do you want distillate?” Frozen like a deer in headlights, you might pick a random one they just said and roll with it.

But these are not interchangeable, and choosing the right type of concentrate for your vape (or dab rig or joint) can make all the difference in your high.

There are other concentrates, like shatter, wax, and sugar, but I want to focus on the ones we find in vapes, since those are what many new users start with. Before we dive in, I want to recommend vape carts over disposable vapes — they’re slightly less wasteful and usually offer a smoother, stronger vaping experience. Just my two cents. You can also use a refillable va