Short path distillation question.

[Kirakdeka]

I’m starting to get into the processing of my trim and bud. I purchased The Source Turbo and that’s great for small batch’s and tinctures. I’m kind of a nerd and wanna do the short path distillation. I would be doing alcohol extraction(195proof everclear). With the source I decarb my stuff 1 oz at a time. 230 degrees for 30min. With alcohol extraction, and short path, do I need to decarb since the cannabis is heated to the required temps during the short path process. As I start purchasing equip, I want to make sure I’m doing it right, if anyone has a YouTube link or a site that explains entire process, from harvest to short path to even adding back in terrines that would be great. As I’m looking for equipment ideas and setups but as far as process, I’m very familiar with the short path equipment and science. Any help would be great.
Regards JJ

[alltatup]

Hi Kirakdeka, I also have a Source Turbo and it's an awesome machine. I'd also recommend an Ardent Nova decarb machine, so you get the steadiest lowest temps for decarbing, which prevents the loss of any terpenes.

The short answer to your question (if I understand it correctly) is: If you decarb your bud before you distill out the alcohol in the Source, you'll be left with an oil. I add MCT from coconut oil to that to make a vape juice.

If you don't decarb the bud before you distill, you'll end up with shatter, which you can vape or smoke in a bowl. Get a silicone pad to lay the shatter on.

https://extractcrafter.com/2016/05/22/diy-best-cannabis-smokables-with-the-source-quick-guide/

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