Alcohol vs fat: which is more efficient at extracting THC?

[rsjrv99]

Thanks for responding, killerweed420

That's a good point. I was thinking of using Everclear first, at least until I get the process down. I might then try some really high-proof rums and vodkas, if the expense seems justifiable (I don't want to waste expensive booze if the results are going to weird-tasting no matter what I use).

In terms of chemistry, your absolute best bet is to use everclear, or another grain alcohol, at the highest possible proof (190+). This has the most alcohol molecules and will interact with the THC resin more than that of a lower proof product which is diluted with water, a useless ingredient in extraction.

I personally use 190 proof Everclear in a very low heat double boiler (alcohol @ 100-110F) for about a half hour, strain, then remove cover on glass mason jar (A real, thick mason jar made for canning), increase heat on double boiler, and allow to evaporate until leftover oil is only boiling very very slightly. I also pre-bake my product first in the oven at 225F for 5-10 minutes.