Written by Brandon Topp

Thinking of smoking hash, commonly referred to as hashish, for the first time? Or just curious what all of the fuss is about?

This can be an exciting and slightly intimidating experience, especially if you're unfamiliar with cannabis concentrates.

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the concentrate, including ways to smoke hash, types of hash, and how it relates to other cannabis concentrates.

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Table of Contents

• What is Hash?

• Different Types of Hash

• Ways To Smoke Hash

• Effects of Hashish

• Marijuana Concentrate vs Hemp Concentrate

• Discover More Concentrates with Mood

What Is Hash?

First of all, hash remains one of the most popular and storied concentrates in the history of the cannabis plant. That's why it takes on so many forms and names.

Also known as hashish, this concentrated form of cannabis is made by collecting and compressing the resin glands from the cannabis plant.

These resin glands contain the plant’s cannabinoids — i.e., THC content and other cannabinoids — plus delicious-smelling terpenes that contribute to the flavor and effects.

It is one of the most well-known cannabis concentrates.

Hash has been used for centuries, originating across the Middle East and Northern Africa.

Traditional methods used to create hash include hand-rolling (also called charas), dry sift, and the ice water extraction method, which creates ice water hash.

Compared to regular cannabis flower, hash is more potent for a stronger high and longer-lasting effects.

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Different Types of Hash

Before you consume hash, it's good to know the different varieties available. While all forms of hash descend from the cannabis plant, they vary based on how they are produced and the state of the final product

Here are some common types of hash:

Dry Sift Hash

Cannabis lovers make dry sift hash by sifting cannabis trichomes through fine screens and then pressing them into a solid form.

This is one of the most time-honored and traditional methods of cannabis use and hash creation known to man.

Bubble Hash

Bubble hash is extracted using ice water and agitation, resulting in high-quality hash with higher concentrations of cannabinoids. This can also be referred to as ice-water hash.

Not only is bubble hash (or ice-water hash) one of the most popular forms of hash you can find but it's potent design and rich flavors also serve as the base for some of the dopest cannabis products you can buy online.

Moroccan Hash

Moroccan hash is famous around the world for its age-old reputation and strong flavors.

A traditional type of hash with a dark brown hue, it is often produced in North Africa using simple sieving techniques. Its final form is not all that different from bubble hash.

Rosin Hash

Created using heat and pressure to extract resin without chemical solvents, this high-quality hash form is becoming more and more popular as time rolls on.

When deciding what to enjoy with your dab rig next, check out this breakdown on rosin vs resin from the Mood Blog.

Full Melt Hash

Full Melt hash is a pure form of hash that melts completely when heated, often dabbed using a dab rig.

Full-melt hash is a concentrated form of cannabis sativa that delivers your desired effects within minutes of ripping, especially when you're using a pen or dab rig.

Hash Oil

This liquid cannabis concentrate is often used in vape cartridges and with dab rigs.

Hash oil is sometimes referred to as honey oil, and it's more refined than pure hash or raw hash, while retaining flavors and effects derived from the original plant material.

These days, it seems a lot more popular to vape oil than to actually smoke hash.

Every type of hash varies in terms of its texture, potency, and how people consume it. Here are some tips to help you know what to work with.

Ways to Smoke Hash

There are tons of great methods to smoke hash, and each offers a unique experience.

Here are some of the most popular options:

1. Smoking Hash in a Joint

If you’re already familiar with rolling paper and joints, adding hash is an easy way to enhance the experience.

Since hash is dense and doesn’t burn well on its own, mixing it up with cannabis flower can make for a stronger and more enjoyable experience.

Here’s how to roll a joint with hash:

1. Break the hash into crumbled hash pieces or lightly heat it to make it more pliable.

2. Mix it evenly with your ground cannabis flower.

3. Roll the joint as usual and light it up.

Consider a hemp rolling paper or anything slow-burning to compensate for the hash's long-burning composition when trying this out.

2. Using a Pipe or Bowl

A pipe is another easy way to smoke hash.

The next time you want to pack a bowl with some hash, simply follow these steps:

1. Place a small piece of hash on top of ground cannabis flower or tobacco in the bowl.

2. Use a lighter to gently heat the hash, making it easier to inhale.

3. Take slow, steady hits to avoid overheating and wasting your hash.

3. Smoking Hash in a Bong

You can smoke hash with a bong for a smoother, more potent hit thanks to its water filtration design.

Here's a brief breakdown of how to smoke hash with a bong.

1. Place a layer of cannabis flower in the bowl.

2. Add small crumbled hash pieces on top.

3. Light it up and take a slow, deep inhale.

When smoking a bong, it's important not to use too much hash. With the big rips, you can burn through your hash faster than needed doing this.

4. Hot Knives Method

The hot knives method is an old-school way to consume hash that requires two metal knives.

Disclaimer: exercise caution if you decide to experiment with the hot knives method.

1. Heat the tips of two metal knives with a stovetop or torch-lighter.

2. Place a small piece of hash between the knives and press together.

3. Inhale the smoke through a straw or cut-off bottle top.

This method is a potent but harsh way to smoke hash, so it’s best for experienced cannabis enthusiasts, and even seasoned vets will more often than not opt to enjoy their hash with a reliable dab rig.

5. Dabbing Hash

If you have a dab rig, you can smoke high-quality hash, such as full-melt or rosin.

Here are a few steps to help you dab hash more effectively:

1. Heat the dab nail with a torch lighter until it's super hot.

2. Let it cool for a few seconds before placing the hash on it.

3. Inhale slowly through the rig’s mouthpiece.

Dabbing produces very potent effects, so beginners should start with a small amount.

6. Vaporizing Hash

Using an electronic vaporizer for vaporizing hash is another effective way to consume it.

A vaporizer with precise temperature control can help preserve the terpenes and cannabinoids.

To prevent clogging, avoid residue buildup, clogged carts, and dead batteries, consider a disposable vape for your concentrate needs.

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Effects of Hashish

When you smoke hash, the process is virtually the same as smoking weed.

You inhale the plant material, and its phytocannabinoids bond with your endocannabinoid system's cannabinoid receptors, delivering the hash's effects.

Hashish offers a stronger and sleepier high than regular cannabis flower because it, like other concentrates, is a more focused, harder-hitting form of cannabis.

The effects also depend on a wide range of other variables, including the cannabis plant strain used to make the hash and the consumption method — i.e., don't eat raw hash. It will do nothing for you, vape or smoke it instead.

It's also important to make clear that other elements like your personal tolerance, the quality of the production, and storage methods can all influence how various forms of cannabis can affect you.

Common effects of hashish include:

• Euphoria and Relaxation – Hash can provide deep relaxation and an uplifting mental buzz.

• Body High – Many users report a warm, tingly sensation throughout the body.

• The Munchies – Hash can stimulate hunger, commonly known as the “munchies.”

• Love Of Art – Music, food, and surroundings may feel more intense.

• Creative – Some strains of hash enhance creative thinking and artistic inspiration.

• Same Effects as Cannabis Flower but Stronger – Due to its concentrated nature, hash produces intensified effects.

Tips: Proper storage is key to maintaining flavor and potency with hash and all cannabis products, including edibles and dried flower.

Make sure to keep your hash in an airtight container and out of direct sunlight to maximize its shelf life.

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Marijuana Concentrate vs Hemp Concentrate

In 2018, the Farm Bill took hemp off of the federal government's list of controlled substances.

The bill differentiates legal "hemp" from illegal "marijuana."

Hemp is any cannabis product with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight.

Inside those parameters, there are plenty of hemp-hash products featuring still enough Delta-9 THC, along with a range of other cannabinoids designed for a great time.

Mood's Afghan Hash, for example, features Delta-8 THC primarily. Take advantage of the world of hemp-derived products and discover a whole new world of hash and concentrate products.

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Hash is a time-honored cannabis concentrate that delivers a strong, enjoyable high when used responsibly.

Whether you’re rolling it into a joint, smoking it in a bong, vaporizing hash, or experimenting with a dab rig, understanding the different methods and their effects will help you make the most of your experience.

If you're new to hash, take it slow and enjoy the journey. With the right preparation, you’ll have a relaxing and enjoyable first-time experience smoking hash. Happy toking!

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