Distillate is a highly pure form of cannabis. It's usually very strong, with THC or CBD levels often exceeding 90%. Making distillate involves several steps that remove almost everything except the THC or CBD, making it flavorless. People who like distillate favor it because it's pure, potent, and flexible. You can use it in vape pens, edibles, or creams.

Concentrates cover a wider range of products like wax, shatter, and live resin. They are produced using various extraction methods, like CO2, butane, ethanol, or simple heat and pressure. Some retain more of the plant's original compounds, so concentrates can have a fuller taste and offer a variety of effects, depending on what's in them. People use concentrates primarily for dabbing or vaping, though some edible brands incorporate full-spectrum concentrates into their edibles.