You're going to get more potency if you heat the bud, after grinding but before soaking in the alcohol. It's decarboxylation and it makes sure you get every last drop of THC, but it sure does stink when you cook it.

As long as you let it soak long enough, I don't think it would matter much whether you have it in the cupboard for a few months or do it over the stove.
Snorbel Reviewed by Snorbel on . Green Dragon Cupboard Method I am going to be trying the Cupboard method to make Green Dragon, since my roommates suck and would get pissed if I did it the way Master Wu has out. Marijuana Recipes Ingredients 1/2 ounce cannabis 1/5 liter 95% ethanol (190 proof) Directions Rating: 5