{"id":194992,"date":"2025-02-15T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-15T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/?p=194992"},"modified":"2026-08-25T17:31:29","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T15:31:29","slug":"fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Fresh Frozen: Exploring this extraction method and its benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The different finishes of cannabis resin extractions are evolving as professionals and enthusiasts gain greater access to this plant that has <strong>fascinated humanity for millennia.<\/strong> Cannabis lovers continue to experiment with the possibilities that marijuana offers, seeking new ways to process and create different, innovative, and surprising products. A great example is Fresh Frozen, so lets discover what it is<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ab4385abe121\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ab4385abe121\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#What_is_Fresh_Frozen\" >What is Fresh Frozen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#How_is_Fresh_Frozen_made\" >How is Fresh Frozen made?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Required_materials\" >Required materials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Freezing_the_marijuana\" >Freezing the marijuana<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Procedure_to_make_Fresh_Frozen\" >Procedure to make Fresh Frozen<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Preparing_the_ice_buckets\" >Preparing the ice buckets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Stirring_the_mixture\" >Stirring the mixture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Filtering_with_the_bags\" >Filtering with the bags<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Drying_and_storing\" >Drying and storing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Marijuana_vs_Hash\" >Marijuana vs. Hash<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Higher_concentration\" >Higher concentration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Increased_potency\" >Increased potency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Multiple_consumption_methods\" >Multiple consumption methods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Discretion\" >Discretion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/fresh-frozen-exploring-this-extraction-method-and-its-benefits\/#Greater_purity\" >Greater purity<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Fresh_Frozen\"><\/span>What is Fresh Frozen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of these products is Fresh Frozen, which is made using the Bubble Hash extraction method, with the difference that the herb is frozen right after harvesting instead of using dried flowers and leaves. This results in a very creamy and sticky hash, <strong>with a higher terpene content,<\/strong> giving it a more intense flavor and a much more aromatic profile.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fresh-frozen-extraccion.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Frozen extract\" class=\"wp-image-205246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fresh-frozen-extraccion.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fresh-frozen-extraccion-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fresh-frozen-extraccion-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cold temperatures are a great ally for extractions because they <strong>make it easier to detach trichomes<\/strong>, <strong>small resin glands<\/strong> that contain all the cannabinoids and terpenes responsible for marijuana\u2019s effects, from the plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_Fresh_Frozen_made\"><\/span>How is Fresh Frozen made?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make Fresh Frozen, the buds and sugar leaves are frozen immediately after harvest, when all the trichomes, loaded with terpenes, are intact and at their peak. Let\u2019s go over the step-by-step process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Required_materials\"><\/span>Required materials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ice bags (2 to 4) and very cold water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two 20-liter containers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>About 8 bubble bags (special mesh filter bags).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A large stirring spoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Absorbent and non-stick paper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-182559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-2-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-2-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freezing_the_marijuana\"><\/span>Freezing the marijuana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a Fresh Frozen extraction, the buds and sugar leaves must be frozen <strong>within 72 hours<\/strong> of harvesting. The challenge with freezing fresh flowers is that they retain their natural water content. Trichomes also contain lipids and water. When frozen, the internal liquid forms <strong>ice crystals<\/strong> that can pierce the tissue and <strong>release chlorophyll<\/strong>, which can cloud the product and ruin its flavor. To prevent this, there are two options: rapid freezing or <strong>maintaining a constant temperature of 4\u00b0C<\/strong> to prevent ice crystals from forming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_to_make_Fresh_Frozen\"><\/span>Procedure to make Fresh Frozen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After freezing, the process is the same as for making Bubble Hash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparing_the_ice_buckets\"><\/span>Preparing the ice buckets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, fill one of the 20-liter containers with ice and cold water, leaving enough room to add the frozen marijuana.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the buds, ensuring they are fully submerged in water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stirring_the_mixture\"><\/span>Stirring the mixture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, stir the mixture gently with a spoon or a large stick for <strong>at least 20 minutes<\/strong> to detach the trichomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Filtering_with_the_bags\"><\/span>Filtering with the bags<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare the mesh filter bags. Each bag has different micron sizes to progressively filter the product. Arrange the bags in ascending order, <strong>with the last one being 220 microns.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure the bags to the second container and slowly pour the mixture from the first container into the bags.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let the water drain and remove the first bag. Add cold water again to rinse out any remaining trichomes caught in the mesh. Repeat this process with all the bags. Each bag contains hash of different quality: the Fresh Frozen from the smallest micron bag will be the finest, although filtering smaller microns takes more time. Patience is essential for <strong>achieving optimal hash.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also use an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/resin-extracts\/250-spinner-washer-for-hash-extracts.html\">extraction machine<\/a> (washing machine) if you don\u2019t want to do the process manually. It\u2019s much more convenient and provides greater purity, reducing the risk of contamination by plant material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drying_and_storing\"><\/span>Drying and storing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have completed the extraction, the next step is to dry the Fresh Frozen. It is recommended to <strong>spread it out on a tray<\/strong> covered with absorbent, non-stick paper to prevent contamination. Leave it in a cool, dry place for several days. You can also let it dry in the refrigerator. Over time, the product will take on a more translucent color. Once dry, store it in a dark or opaque glass jar with an airtight seal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marijuana_vs_Hash\"><\/span>Marijuana vs. Hash<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Spain, the consumption of cannabis (both marijuana and hash) has continued to increase in recent years. According to 2024 data, marijuana is the most commonly consumed form of cannabis, with <strong>53.8% of regular users<\/strong> preferring it compared to 21.7% who choose hash. This trend is consistent among both men and women, with higher prevalence among younger users. Most people mix cannabis with tobacco, usually smoking it in joints. However, extracts offer clear advantages over raw flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-182569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-4.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-4-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fresh-frozen-4-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Higher_concentration\"><\/span>Higher concentration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extracts like Fresh Frozen or other hash varieties allow <strong>precise control over cannabinoid concentration,<\/strong> whether THC or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/608-hash-cbd\">CBD hash<\/a>. This means you can know exactly how much of the compound you are consuming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_potency\"><\/span>Increased potency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since extracts are concentrated, they have a higher percentage of cannabinoids, resulting in stronger and faster effects compared to using raw flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multiple_consumption_methods\"><\/span>Multiple consumption methods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another major advantage of concentrates is their <strong>versatility in consumption,<\/strong> as they can be vaporized, used as sublingual oils, in capsules, in edibles, or applied topically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discretion\"><\/span>Discretion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extracts like Fresh Frozen are more discreet to transport because they take up less space and <strong>do not have as strong an odor<\/strong> as raw buds. They can also be consumed discreetly, often mixed with tobacco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greater_purity\"><\/span>Greater purity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hash, in all its forms, is a product that comes directly from cannabis resin without plant material. In the case of Fresh Frozen, <strong>no solvents are used,<\/strong> unlike other processed extracts, ensuring that there are no residual chemicals that could affect health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you can see, Fresh Frozen is a relatively simple way to process marijuana to obtain a high-quality extract that is highly valued by experienced consumers.<\/p>\n<div style='text-align:center' class='yasr-auto-insert-visitor'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The different finishes of cannabis resin extractions are evolving as professionals and enthusiasts gain greater access to this plant that has fascinated humanity for millennia. Cannabis lovers continue to experiment with the possibilities that marijuana offers, seeking new ways to process and create different, innovative, and surprising products. 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