Written by Brandon Topp

The world of cannabis is rich with eccentric labels and names for strains, products, and more.

You’re not alone if you’re one of the many who quietly wonder, “What in the world are moon rocks?”

This isn’t an astronomy hub, and we’re not discussing the types of lunar rocks astronauts walk on. Cannabis moon rocks, sometimes described as the caviar of hemp-derived products, are little cocktail balls of different types of THC products.

Throughout this guide, we’ll discuss the potency of moonrocks, their defining elements, how to enjoy them, and where to find THCa and Delta-8 THC moonrocks on the cannabis market today.

For a quick answer on the last note, it’s at the Mood Shop.

Table of Contents

• What Are Moon rocks?

  • How Do You Make Hash Oil or Distillate?

• What is Kief?

• What’s THCa?

• What's Delta-8 THC?

• Vaping or Smoking Moon Rocks

• Mood Moon rocks and Concentrates

• Exploring the Wonders of Smoking Moonrocks

What Are Moon Rocks?

Moon rocks are potent nuggets that feature layers of cannabis products ranging in potency, flavor, and aroma. Because of their intense effects, they typically appeal to the seasoned cannabis user rather than a newcomer to hemp.

Here are the essential elements that define moonrocks:

• A base of cannabis flowers — the starting point of a moon rock is a nug, bud, or small ball of flower. This is the core of the moonrocks. The choice of strain is up to the cannabis user.

• A layer of THC distillate or hash oil — the second layer directly coats the cannabis flowers, which are dipped in hash oil or distillate. This should be a potent, high-THC product, and experimenting with different oils and distillates can create new blends of moonrocks.

• Rolled in kief — this is the cherry on top of the moon rocks sundae, which is a defining and necessary layer. This high-quality gold grinder can feature a range of different cannabinoids and bring new flavors and more intense effects into the mix.

How Do You Make Hash Oil or Distillate?

Qualified professionals create distillate and hash oil in labs via a range of different processes.

Here’s an example of how THC distillate is made via closed-loop extraction:

The Initial Extraction focuses on separating plant matter from resinous trichomes — glands that store our favorite THC cannabinoids and terpenes.

A common approach to this type of extraction is using a closed-loop system with a solvent tank and frozen plant material.

Through filtration and winterization, lab professionals can then purify the distillate from unwanted compounds.

Finally, distillation occurs when the product is heated at different temperatures to vaporize and chill and then re-condense in liquid form.

THC oil, hash rosin, and live resin can also be produced via various methods like ice-water extraction.

What is Kief?

Kief is among the more potent products you can find in the world of cannabis.

These tiny crystals can be seen glistening on the surface of cannabis flowers. Resinous and glandular, these little hairs are dense with flavonoids, terpenes, and cannabinoids.

Those who use a grinder will notice that kief collects after enough use. Emptying it to top off a bowl, joint, or some moon rocks can really elevate the taste and increase the levels of THC.

Make sure to collect your kief the next time you clean your grinder and save it for future cannabis use.

Learn more: How To Clean a Weed Grinder

What’s THCa?

THCa is an acidic form of THC in the cannabis plant. On its own, it has no psychoactive compounds.

So, when the Farm Bill (The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018) removed hemp from the government’s list of controlled substances, a window opened for THC-a-forward products to come to the forefront.

This bill defines hemp as cannabis with less than 0.3 percent Delta-9 THC by dry weight, officially distinguishing it from marijuana.

This means that high-potency flowers, vape products, and other forms of cannabis that have less than 0.3 percent Delta-9 THC feature a federally legal level of THC content.

Cannabis enthusiasts who appreciate the higher levels of Delta-9 THC that’s in the flower and concentrates you know have every reason to enjoy THCa products.

THCa becomes more potent when you heat it.

What’s Delta-8 THC?

Another cannabinoid that can add its own effects to any given moonrock blend — Delta-8 THC is similar to other forms of THC. This psychoactive component of cannabis produces effects that are less intense and more clear-headed than those associated with Delta-9 THC.

Of course, in high concentrations and mixed with a concentrated form of cannabis, it can simply serve as an extra cannabinoid, serving a full-spectrum experience.

While Delta-9 THC derives from THCa, Delta-8 THC derives from either Delta-9 THC or cannabidiol (CBD) via a lab process called isomerization. Interest in Delta-8 THC has skyrocketed in recent years, and it adds to the dynamic of today’s cannabis world.

How To Vape or Smoke Moon Rocks

Because of their high potency and sticky composition, these potent nuggets are best used as a topping for a bowl or joint when smoking cannabis flowers.

Moon rocks can actually slow down a joint's burning, giving you and your friends more opportunity to oversee and ensure an even burn.

Of course, since moon rocks' cores are flowers, you can smoke them straight in a bowl or bong, but you might find the smoke harsh and intense.

Cannabis users with refillable vapes or vape cartridges can also load their moon rocks up in there. Similarly to other concentrates, it’s best to vape your moon rocks on the lowest heat settings possible to make the most out of them.

THCa flowers can serve as an excellent base for a moon rocks-infused bowl or joint.

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Mood Moon Rocks and Concentrates

The Mood Shop features a variety of hemp-derived products that highlight various cannabinoids. These moon rocks and concentrates are on par with any you’ll find at the local dispensary.

They’re also promised to be made with American-grown hemp and certified by third-party testers to meet federal legal and health standards.

THCa Moonrocks

Mood’s signature moonrocks begin with a core of THCa nugs, which become more potent upon smoking. Coating that base of flowers, a potent THC distillate brings more flavor and psychoactive effects. Lastly, the entire thing is coated in soothing CBD kief.

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Delta-8 THC Moonrocks

Riffing off the THCa Moonrocks, this variation uses Delta-8 THC flower as the base. Coating that interior of lighter and more focused cannabis flowers, you still get that gooey layer of distillate and then a generous coating of CBD kief. While still potent, this is the more mellow of our moonrocks offerings.

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Classic Hash

Similar in its density and potency to moonrocks, our hash is made of 63.26 percent THCa and is expertly compressed for a rich final product. For a concentrate that you can use to top off your favorite cannabis products, consider this pressed resin product.

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Exploring the Wonders of Moonrocks

THCa moonrocks are a powerful addition to the cannabis world, offering a rich combination of cannabis flower, THC distillate, and kief for an enhanced experience.

Whether you're topping off a bowl, rolling them into a joint, or using them with a vaporizer, any way you smoke moonrocks is a fantastic form of cannabis use.

As you explore Mood's selection of THCa and Delta-8 THC moonrocks, you can trust that you're receiving high-quality, American-grown hemp products certified by third-party testers to ensure safety and legality.

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