Cannabis Capsules â?? A step-by-step guide.

Alright, checking back in roughly 45 minutes later, the room smells fragrant of coconut oil, which is quite pleasant. It's a very dark olive color in the bottom of the stoneware teacup, so I'm assuming my ratio is pretty good. The temperature is now at a steady 210f and I'm going to leave simmering for about another 45 minutes, since it's keif and not bud.

My empty capsules aren't here yet, but when this is finished, I plan on letting it cool, then cutting off a few pill-sized tabs and popping 'em for testing purposes.

Wish me luck everyone. Will report back soon.

I've turned the crockpot off about 10 minutes ago, but I decided to leave the contents inside for a bit longer, while it cools down.

It smells a bit more like pot now instead of just coconut oil like it was before, but hardly noticeable at all if you weren't specifically sniffing for it.

I'm about to put it some place cold now and let it sit so it'll set.

I hope this batch doesn't turn out disappointing. I'll be sure to post back later with trial results.

Alrighty. Back.

I popped it in the freezer for a bit to cool, and it solidified really well. I popped about what I estimated to be, about 2 capsules worth, since I don't actually have the capsules at this time. everything LOOKED okay. I'm hoping this turns out well, since I used my entire keif supply on this trial.

I consumed at roughly 1:38PM CST, so I'll be coming back after awhile to report how I feel.

WISH ME LUCK!

Notes after consuming roughly 2 pills worth of cannacap solution.

consumption occurred at roughly 1:38PM CST.

1:52PM: I feel a very slight feeling of relaxation in my forehead.

It feels as if the feeling is slowly washing over me, with the

starting point being the top mid center of my forehead. This is a

VERY light feeling, and isn't really a "high" feeling, as of yet,

but it's still VERY early, so I'm surprised I'm even feeling

anything at all. I'll just chalk this up to placebo for now.

2:06PM: Almost finished eating some Burger King. Mmm. Nothing new

so far, as far as sensation goes. Feeling pretty normal at the

moment, so I'm guessing the feeling earlier was just in my head

afterall.

2:11PM: Done eating.

2:39PM: Nothing yet. Currently talking on the phone with a friend,

and I'm not yet experiencing any change in my behavior/personality,

so I'd still say it hasn't kicked in yet.

2:43PM: I'm about to go and take a nice hot shower to pass some

time, and to help relax.

3:10PM: My shower is over, and I've yet to feel any familiar

effects, or any effects for that matter. I'm really tempted to

smoke, but for the sake of the test, I'll need to back off for a

bit longer.

3:14PM: Two deep stomach belches have occured that tasted of the BK

eaten earlier. Slight affects felt afterword. Nothing major, just a

slight tingle throughout my body.

3:25PM: no more sensations to report. Sensations felt at 3:14PM may

have been placebo only. Disappointment is plentiful at the moment.

3:31PM: Id be lying if I said I'd felt absolutely nothing at this

point. The sensation I'm currently feeling isn't anything

spectacular, but it's slightly noticable. I'd compare this feeling

to the final stages of a high after you've smoked a bowl, and it's

right about to wear off.

3:42PM same sensations as earlier. Maybe they're slightly stronger

than at 3:31PM, but I can't really gauge it. I'm considering taking

a bong rip while waiting.

3:47PM The sensations come and go. For awhile I feel them, then the

next few minutes I feel absolutely sober. I think I'll actually go

ahead with that bong rip soon, to see if that'll get this show on

the road.

5:12PM After feeling very relaxed around 4:00PM to around 4:30PM,

I'm going to deduce that I may not have had enough keif, although

the mixture appears to be quite even, with the oil used. I'm

guessing it's half strength, since I've taken about 2 pills worth,

and only felt what 1 pill sounds like it should have done. I have a

bit more time to kill, so I'm about to double up now, and take what

I think is 4 pills worth.

5:30PM Just took double the amount I took earlier, which I assume

is 4 pills worth. I'm going to see how this goes. I'm still feeling

pretty high from the bong rip I took around 4:45PM, I'm sure the

earlier consumed weed may be contributing to it. Based on the most

peoples experiences, I should be really feeling it around 7:00PM.

Let's hope so, or I'll be rather disappointed.

7:19PM Nothing. Absolutely nothing. I'm very disappointed, but
honestly, I didn't expect it to be perfect the first time. I feel
this very baseline high, like I took a halfass hit off of a joint.
I don't see how this is possible after using double of what I took
earlier. Time to reheat for longer with a bit more heat. This will
most likely be done tomorrow, as I'm a bit too pissed to be
bothered with it at the moment.

I'll be reporting back tomorrow with the results after simmering for 2 more hours on around 225f.

I think you need to get the temperature up some more..

It took me a few goes to get it right.. try getting the mix up to 230-250.. Should be better...

Little tip...

It does my head in having to measure out the Oil, if its been in the fridge you have to mash it into the measuring spoons and just annoys me... Anything that makes life easier is worth the effort.

What i did was get a fair amount of it into a liquid state and then using a siringe suck up 7ml of the stuff and then put it into an ice cube tray... fill it up and you should be good to go for a while.. Just give the bottom of the tray a rub to ease the release of the oil cube. Each cube is good for 1g of hash / 1.5g of bud. ( going on flame's recipie )

Oh, i also weighed a cube and it was 6.8g. I'm thinking it would have been perfect if it was 7g.. maybe it should be?!

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I think you need to get the temperature up some more..

It took me a few goes to get it right.. try getting the mix up to 230-250.. Should be better...

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230-250 eh? I'll give it a shot. My capsules arrived today, bringing with them, a second wind to give this another shot. I'm about to go out and grab some hydro, and attempt to use that. I'll report back with the results when things get underway.

I swear it, I'm going to bring new blood in here! WE NEED NEW BLOOD!

Anyway, here I am, after consuming 2 cannabis capsules. I've taken them 30 minutes ago, so I don't expect to feel anything yet. I'm positive I did everything perfect this time, so if it doesn't work, I'll be finished with this for good.

I'll be sure to report back fellas with the results, and if it's successful, I'll go into details about my process.

Fingers crossed.

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I swear it, I'm going to bring new blood in here! WE NEED NEW BLOOD!

Anyway, here I am, after consuming 2 cannabis capsules. I've taken them 30 minutes ago, so I don't expect to feel anything yet. I'm positive I did everything perfect this time, so if it doesn't work, I'll be finished with this for good.

I'll be sure to report back fellas with the results, and if it's successful, I'll go into details about my process.

Fingers crossed.

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What kind of new blood do you desire?

New blood that's active in the community. Sometimes it feels like a ghost town in this section.

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New blood that's active in the community. Sometimes it feels like a ghost town in this section.

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Perhaps lack of respose and interest has turned some resources elsewhere, because of their time limitations.

I know there was so little interest in my postings on cannacaps, that I no longer post or usually even follow this thread.

There may be others that feel the same way.

In my dotage, I no longer try to bend threads to my will, just go where similar thoughts are shared.

This input is not meant to be a putdown of you, this forum, its members, or thread, just noting that you attract those that you are attractive to.

What might the thread do to be more attractive to others?

what a sad end

When i sat and read through this forum.. probalby a couple of times.. you got to feel as if you knew the people just a little bit...

Flame and weedhound.. and too many others to mention. You are my silent heroes and have changed the way i use cannabis from now on... So clean, cheap and easy to use.. oh and yes.. i've had 1 tonight if you wondering.. whoever may read this.. :)

It took me a few goes, but i feel happy with how its all turned out..

:thumbsup: nice one

Learn the only safe method for making cannabis Flower essential oil from home!:1baa: Best Guide for How to Make Hash Oil on the Internet

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Originally Posted by Jerseylad

When i sat and read through this forum.. probalby a couple of times.. you got to feel as if you knew the people just a little bit...

Flame and weedhound.. and too many others to mention. You are my silent heroes and have changed the way i use cannabis from now on... So clean, cheap and easy to use.. oh and yes.. i've had 1 tonight if you wondering.. whoever may read this.. :)

It took me a few goes, but i feel happy with how its all turned out..

:thumbsup: nice one

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I couldn't have said it better myself. I only wish that I could have had the success you've experienced....

If i knew how to PM on this i would.. i'll add you as a contact and see if that works..

There really east to hide plus they dont smell, or look like weed for that matter, but cops punish according to potency and Ive done these and they fuck you right up, so if they could tell what they were i believe there would be a large punishment.:rastasmoke:

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If i knew how to PM on this i would.. i'll add you as a contact and see if that works..

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Looks like they disabled the PM system on here. (For normal members at least)

I can't find a way to PM you either, and I use forums like this daily. Got an MSN or something I can contact you at?

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Looks like they disabled the PM system on here. (For normal members at least)

I can't find a way to PM you either, and I use forums like this daily. Got an MSN or something I can contact you at?

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I'm also on uk420.com as jerseyboy... hit me up on there...

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Keep up the good work guys!

Thanks to all who have contributed so far (especially my friend and co-conspirator 'weedhound' - I miss you girl x - God bless you).

Jebus you are my ambassador of kwan!
In terms of 'tweaking' the process, I've tried some new variations on the methods listed, but nothing that I think is a significant improvement on what is already known.

If anyone wants to get immersed in the process, there's no substitute for a reliable 'slow cooker', an accurate set of scales and some Pyrex measuring jugs.
These days, I tend to make batches of 100 at a time, and therefore, a plastic syringe and a 'cap-me-quick' holder are essential (otherwise it takes quite while by hand).
If you can source good strength oils (or 'budder'), that also makes the process easier in terms of replicating a standard level of potency per capsule made, same applies to a good hash.

Using the 'green stuff' (dried cannabis, NOT fresh), can produce awesome results (sometimes far more 'stoney' than you'd get from processed cannabis products, i.e. oil/hash/etc), but is often more 'trial and error' than other methods.

Tolerance is always an issue no matter what the delivery method, my own personal usage is to leave about 48 hours before 'going again'.

P.S. For those of you who enjoy the cinema, these things and 3D films were made for one another (just get a designated driver - and keep me happy).
Alice in wonderland anyone . . ?

Stay safe and enjoy
Flameon

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I have a question with the crockpot method. Maybe anyone who has done it this way with success can answer.

I am not sure I fully understand what to do with the crockpot method. It looks like, from the original posting, that you placed the little shot glass container with the cannabis and oil straight onto the bottom of the crockpot. Now, do you fill the crockpot with water, oil, or nothing at all? It kind of looks like from the pictures on the first page that there is oil at the bottom of the pot.

So, just place the cannabis/oil in a little holder directly into the crockpot and turn on high for 2-3 hours? With no other substances in the crockpot? So does it basically acts like an oven?

Im confused. :wtf:

Thanks for help.

When I mix the 1.5 teaspoons coconut oil with my 1.5 grams of bud, it looks like there is literally no oil with it. I'm thinking maybe use more oil if one is too use ground bud? Or does it not really matter?

I was hoping it was going to be pure oily looking like his setup on the 1st page (see attached pic) so I could use my syringe, but I guess thats out the window now.

Also, with my above post concerning cooking it with a crockpot, its in regard to this posted picture also.

A few months ago I read through this entire thread and dozens of other related threads. It's pretty amazing to see the work that everyone has done on this. It's also really frustrating that there doesn't seem to be a really good method yet. I decided to give it a shot, and I ended up getting really into making the capsules and documented the process every step of the way. I kept a journal of details about every batch that I made, including ingredients, materials, and methods. I also took capsules in trial runs and documented my reaction to the medicine. I did all (or almost all) of my trial runs without smoking, drinking, or taking any other drugs, so the resulting notes are from the capsules only. I've decided to publish all of my notes here in hopes that someone will pick up on this and make progress with the project. It's been years since this thread was really alive, but think we could definitely still make progress with this. In the following posts are the two batches I documented and all of my trial runs from those batches.

Batch #1
11/18/11

Ingredients:
1) 1g buds
2) 10g coconut oil

Method:
1) Dusted: through a strainer into shot glass (some recovered from paper under glass).
2) Heated: with 250F â?? 265F oil for three hours. No stirring. Little bubbles.
3) Strained: Through strainer into a shot glass.
4) Injected: with a syringe.
5) Filled: 12
6) Cooled: In the freezer until hard.
7) Kept: In refrigerator in a bag.

Notes:
1) Weight: 0.8-0.9g

Trial 1: 11/19/11
9:00pm - Ate one cap. Smoked a lot earlier and had an exhausting day but not high anymore. Just ate but didnâ??t stuff myself. Planning to stay in tonight and watch TV and read.
9:44pm - Have been feeling some slight effects for a while. At first they could easily have been placebo but Iâ??m now starting to think it might be real. Eye pressure is changing. Watching a TV show about people getting tattoos of animals that have passed away and feeling weepy high.
9:55pm - Iâ??m high! But Iâ??m not sure what I would pay for it yet. Iâ??m definitely feeling high. This might actually be too much for a school day. Feeling cottonmouth. I need to get away from writing this.
10:53pm - Iâ??m feeling less high now. Iâ??m not really doing anything though so I might just be getting used to it. Maybe I should go out on a walk.
11:20pm - Only residual effects now.
12:00am - No more high.

Trial 2: 11/20/11
1:00pm - Ate two caps. Recently woke up, havenâ??t eaten or smoked at all today.
1:10pm - Tummy growling, placebo effects starting. Just burped with weed breath. My stomach feels a little uneasy right now. May not be a good idea to take them on a completely empty stomach. Ripping lots of gas.
1:30pm - Feeling something but it's slight.
1:53pm - Well I'm definitely high. I can feel my eye pressure. This is not good enough yet though.
2:16pm - I'm so high.
2:30pm - I'm still feelin high. Eye pressure is strong. Starting to forget whatâ??s going on.
2:50pm - Still high! May be worth 10 bucks.
3:12pm - Smoked a blunt and now I'm fucking high as a motherfucker.
Went on a very long high walk and came back hours later totally beat.

Trial 3: 11/21/11
1:30pm - Took three caps. They were in a bag in my pocket and the oil inside was liquid when I took them. Does the coconut oil change after cooking? When I leave the jar out its almost solid at room temperature, but these pills were liquid.
2:12pm - Not feeling anything.
2:25pm - Feeling some muscular effects but could be placebo. Muscles feel relaxed.
2:34pm - Nothing definite at all. Disappointed right now.
3:03pm - Very strange. I feel some cottonmouth but no eye pressure and my head is mostly clear. Not worth more than a few bucks right now.
3:24pm - Nothing. This was a failed trial.

Trial 4: 11/21/11
3:26pm - Took two caps. Hard from the fridge. Just finished another trial with three pills that didnâ??t do anything.
3:53pm - Definitely feeling something I think. Could it be that they need to be solid to work? That seems unlikely. Right now Iâ??m getting slight head effects, staring at things slightly longer, noticing obscure things, but Iâ??m definitely still not high.
4:13pm - Effects feel to be fading out. But thatâ??s may just be because Iâ??m sitting at a computer.
4:25pm - Eye pressure changing. Perception of time is changing. Stoned feeling.
5:25pm - STONED OUT OF MY MIND. Nose feels very cold. Sensations pulsing through my head and behind my eyes. Vision blurring.
6:00pm - INSANELY STONED. Basic movements are incredibly difficult. My eyes are closing and my hands are shaking and my typing is slow. My whole body is numb. Way too much. This is too strong. If this was three, it would be perfect. And there are no signs of it going down.
6:22pm - My whole body is starting to shake.
6:26pm - I feel as though twenty
meant to write â??minutes have gone by but its only been 4 minutesâ?� but got distracted and never finished
6:41pm - Thereâ??s something wrong with my eye. My right eye ball is bulging out and my vision is being warped after I just rubbed it. I need to check my eye color in the mirror.
Went to the bathroom to look in the mirror but forgot to write about it when I came back. My eyes were blood red.
8:00pm - I think itâ??s dying down. I feel exhausted and hungry and heavy-headed. That was definitely a trip.
8:17pm - Basically done for the most part I think. Iâ??m still stoned but not really high. Mostly all body at this point.
10:25pm - Just took an hour long nap and I feel strange.

Trial 5: 11/22/11
2:30pm - Took two pills that have been sitting out of the refrigerator for several hours. Warmed them with my breath just before taking them so that they were liquid. Just ate a caprese flatbread sandwich so my stomach is fairly full.
2:40pm - Placebo effects? Maybe.
3:09pm - Still feeling mental placebo effects.
3:35pm - Feels like a failed trial again. Iâ??m going to wait it out, though.
3:57pm - Nothing notable has happened.

Batch #2
11/22/11

Ingredients:
3) 1g buds
4) 11g coconut oil

Method:
8) Dusted: through a strainer onto paper.
9) Heated: with 200F â?? 265F oil for two hours. Stirred every half hour. Little bubbles.
10) Strained: Through strainer into a shot glass.
11) Injected: with a syringe rotating drips.
12) Filled: 12
13) Cooled: In the freezer until hard and then at room temperature in a bag.
14) Kept: At room temperature in a bag.

Notes:
1) Weight: 0.9-1.0g
2) Spilled and recovered a small amount when straining
3) Smelled strongly

Trial 1: 11/22/11
5:15pm - Took two freshly cooled caps.
5:56pm - Nothing.
6:19pm - Nothing.
6:43pm - Is it possibly that Iâ??m high?
6:54pm - I might be high. Eye pressure noticeable.
7:00pm - Feeling head high but it might just be because Iâ??ve been straining my neck carrying a huge amount of luggage to the train station. If the effects continue once I rest in the train it might be real.
7:06pm - Feeling high. This is pretty strange. I hope I donâ??t get mindfucked now two hours later. Actually I do.
7:20pm - Iâ??m definitely somewhat high.
7:27pm - Buzzed as a motherfucker.
7:56pm - Fearing that I will still be high when I arrive in DC.
8:08pm - I want it to stop now. Very high.
9:30pm - Coming down, just as the train pulls in. Definitely a strong high.

Trial 2: 11/23/11
3:00pm - Took one cap at room temperature (semi-solid). Just ate two eggs and two pieces of toast. My stomach is fairly full.
3:03pm - Immediately started tasting weed on my breath.
3:30pm - Nothing notable yet.
4:30pm - Nothing.

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Hi weedhound

A typical slow cooker operates at 80°C (176°F) on low, to 90°C (194°F) on high. I'd be surprised if your 'high setting' was over this temperature by more than 5°C. So you should be fine.

I've never cooked beyond four hours using this method (I've struggled to find out what, if anything, happens to the THC when cooked for long periods), so I'm going to have to simmer a batch for two hours, remove it, then put half back and cook for a further two hours and compare the difference in effects.

I'd be interested to know how yours goes, especially if you experiment.

Cheers
Flame :thumbsup:

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Thank you all so much for all the great tips and information !!!!!!! :thumbsup: I wondered if you have tried the experiment yet ?

This is absolutely the best method for making cannabis capsules. This method works great with sugar trim too -- I noticed the OP did not mention anything about trim. When I take trim capsules I experience sleepy, and lethargic effects -- making them great for insomnia. I've used this method about 7 times now, with virgin coconut oil, and each time it has worked well. If it doesn't work for you then you are doing something wrong. I don't smoke anymore, but I do vaporize occasionally. I decided to use a small sealed mason jar inside of a slow cooker, apposed to a ceramic dish, in my most recent batch. These mason jars are tempered, so it should work out OK. I want to point out that if you use a sealed mason jar, there is almost no smell. I also recommend allowing the slow cooker to warm up. I keep it on high for about an hour, add the material, and then turn it on low for roughly two hours.

OP, and other tutorials, recommend size "00" capsules; however, you can probably get away with size "0." I find "00" capsules to be a bit large, and you will not fill the entire capsule.

I've been using 7 grams of coconut oil to 1.5 grams of medical cannabis. With lower quality material I have been using about 2 grams per 7 grams of oil.

I used a gram of very blonde Blueberry kief, and the caps were great. I only simmered them for probably an hour, because at this time I was not letting the slow cooker warm up. Needless to say, they were still very potent.

I can feel the effects 30 - 60 minutes after ingestion. I find hours 1.5 - 3 to be the most pleasant. I normally ingest the capsules with a meal. If I take them on an empty stomach I feel the effects faster, but the effects are not as intense. I recommend eating something with ingestion. Or eating the capsules on an empty stomach, waiting an hour, and eating something.

Does any body know of a good way to filter the oil? I have heard about using a garlic press, but I do not have one to use. Cheese cloth works, to an extent, but I feel like I am loosing precious oil. Any input would be great.

It's been a while I know.. (sorry).

But I'm still around.. and just wanted to say 'thanks' to everyone who's been visiting and keeping the thread 'ticking' along.
My apologies though to anyone who didn't get timely help with their questions. My bad!

Hopefully, I'll be dropping in a little more frequently in future, so please feel free to ask away if you get stuck, or need a hand.

One little tip I've picked up in the last couple of years that I think's worth sharing..
For the best results, eat a meal roughly four hours before taking your capsules (individual constitutions may vary).. ideally containing saturated fat..
i.e. A cheeseburger, hot-dog, bacon sandwich etc..
The release of fatty acids into the blood stream acts as an accelerated THC delivery system.. hitting fast and hard.

Trust me on this one.. it really helps.
As supported by many clinical trials - i.e. Years of side-by-side comparisons using identical capsules

Hey I know this threads been dead a while.. but im just curious.. if i use the pan and bowl method, how long do i cook it for? some times as with the crockpot?

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Hey I know this threads been dead a while..

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Dead? DEAD!

You're much mistaken Sir.. we're very much alive and kicking in here.. thanks very much..
(just a bit spaced out occasionally).

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if i use the pan and bowl method, how long do i cook it for? some times as with the crockpot?

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It's worth bearing in mind that the pan & bowl method is the trickier of the two methods to master (the crockpot is your friend!), however, if thats the route you choose.. make sure you a). keep the temp up high, and b). give it plenty of time to work its magic.

Rule of thumb.. a minimum of 1 hour on a 'high' heat (2 hour max) for the initial extraction.. (N.B. requires constant monitoring to avoid burning).. then follow with 3/4 hours of simmering.

Try a test batch when cooled.
If it lacks a 'kick'.. try a reheat.

i like your receipe, but how can i dilute it? my patients are far more interested in pain releif and sleep. some are elderly and do not want to get at all mentally wasted. any suggestions? please help.

Start with an Indica dominant strain.
Use only trim from fully mature plants.
(Lots of amber trichs.)

This will make "knockout drops?

Too strong?
Half fill the capsules. :)

Aloha,
Weeze

Hello, nice thread, lots of info.
I have a question regarding Decarboxylation... i dont think i saw this anywhere in the thread. Is it needed seeing that the oil and herb are cooked in the slow cooker?
thanks!

anybody know the ratios for AVB?
and, yes, i know this is an old thread, but i can't figure out the private message system for the life of me.

I used euro/organic butter for my first attempt and was surprised by how quickly it set up after it was taken from the heat. I went by the original recipe(except for the butter) and added condensed soy lecithin from gel caps added to the simmering.....the mmj is Jilly Bean from WA.
Thank You so much for the direction.
it's 2:30 and I have taken my first capsule.. all butter and no sludge...I will be adding it in the future though...I was just anxious to get the first one down....now I have to go stuff the other capsules before Jilly Bean takes me on a ride...I will post back to let you know how it is going/went.

first off, i applaud your dedication to helping and teaching
i have learned so much from this thread!
i do have a question though
how much coconut oil is needed for every gram of hash?
and i will be using high grade BHO, will i need to change anything?
thanks so much!!

killaman420 i seen this in step 3:

he essential cookery ‘Ingredients’:

Either: 1 gram of good Hashish (not soap bar).
Or: 1 gram of fine grained ‘keif’.
Or: 1.5 grams of good ‘Bud’ (no stems, no seeds, or pointy leaves).

And: 7 grams (one and a half teaspoons) of Coconut oil or clarified butter*.

What if I wanted to use a smaller dose of pills but a higher dose of thc contentrate? What would be the formula to do this and is it safe?

One last question, Shouldnt i use top grade marijuana, instead of keef or hash? My reasoning was the weed has more thc compounds than just the Pollen?