But, first what is Hemp Shake? And, let's try to clear up what Hemp Trim is as well.
Hemp Shake, according to a variety of sites and blogs, is simply the leaves and smaller flowers that are left behind in the harvest and handling of the hemp flower. So, Hemp Shake by definition, will include larger leaves and smaller buds.
Hemp trim is literally the leftover pieces of the buds and flowers that get cut off the plant when trimming. defined as the excess from when the buds are trimmed. So, trim is literally any part of the flower you remove during harvesting and the manicuring process.
At Full Moon Valley Farm, our Howlin’ Hemp Shake + Trim combines the two! Essentially, our Hemp Shake + Trim is any part of the hemp buds that are removed during the harvesting and trimming process, and while it is slightly less potent than the big sticky nugs it comes from, it’s still a valuable by-product that can be used in a variety of ways.
It is perfect for making oils, lotions, tinctures or for your favorite recipes. And, If you grind your flower before using it, our shake + trim might be worth considering.
So, what can you use Howlin' Hemp Shake + Trim for?
If you are looking to make CBD edibles, our shake + trim is perfect for making CBD butter or CBD coconut oil. You do not need to worry if there are a few leaves in your batch, just be extra careful about straining the butter or oil before using.
Since our shake + trim is not from premium hemp buds, you might want to increase the amount of hemp shake in your recipe. Hemp Shake + Trim Sugar does have cannabinoids and terpenes in trichomes, but the glands are far less concentrated on these leaves than they are on a juicy nug.
CBD Hemp Tea. We have actually done the grinding for you and offer our own hemp tea. Take a look at our Howlin’ Hemp Loose Tea - on sale now through April 30, 2023.
Pre-rolled joints. As their name states, these come pre-rolled. There are a number of companies who use shake or trim for pre-rolls. Check the labels and look to see if the label states premium hemp flower. If not, it is most likely rolled with shake. Which is not always a bad thing - depending on the hemp flower.
At Full Moon Valley Farm, since we are small batch farmers, we offer only one strain of hemp flower - Sweet Wife. So all our products are not mixed with other strains of hemp.
If you are using CBD for medicinal reasons, and if strain-specific effects are important for your treatment, you may want to avoid “assorted” flower or shake made from a mix of different strains.
So, we answered a few questions:
What is CBD Shake, and what is it used for? In summary, whether you want to incorporate CBD into butter or coconut oil - for baking or infusing into lotions or rubs. Brew a batch of tea or grind it up for pre-rolls. Our CBD Hemp Shake + Trim is an ideal option since it increases convenience and can be a more affordable option.