What Is Flavor Sauce And How To Make It At Home

• 1. What are flavor?
• 2. The entourage effect explained
• 3. The most commonly found flavor in plants
• 4. What is flavor sauce?
• 5. Does flavor sauce get you high?
• 6. How is flavor sauce made?
• 6. a. How to make your own flavor sauce at home
• 7. The best ways to consume flavor sauce
• 8. Flavor sauce faqs
• 9. Conclusion

In this brave new world of plants legality, new options for consumption are hitting the shelves at a rate of knots. Exponential growth in the field, coupled with the opportunity for researchers to finally dig into the plant, has led to a plethora of new products, many of which are surprisingly delicious - and topping the list of scrumptious offerings is flavor sauce! The plants extract market has long been focused on producing the most cannabinoid-heavy substances, but with the introduction of flavor sauce, we have seen a shift away from strict potency and instead towards flavor and aroma.

So-

• What is flavor sauce?
• How is it produced?
• What are the best ways to consume flavor sauce?
• Should it be mixed with other extracts?
• And can you make it (safely) at home?

Let's dive right into it, get a little saucy, and find out the answers to those burning questions! But, before we get ahead of ourselves...

1. What Are Flavor?

Let's quickly get back to the basics before we head off into the more complicated stuff. Now, there's a high likelihood that the majority of you, dear readers, are already up to speed on flavor. But, for the uninitiated, let's break it down real quick. As we all know, plants flowers (buds) contain a huge range of different compounds. Research into the specific chemical makeup of these compounds is still ongoing, but at the time of writing this blog post, there have been over 100 different strength that have been isolated (including strength, Extract, CBN, and CBG) alongside 300 non-cannabinoid chemicals. Included in the non-cannabinoid category are our friends, the flavor.

So, what are flavor exactly?

Well, for starters, they are the aromatic compounds that provide plants (and all other plants) with its signature smell and flavor. Plants plants have been shown to contain a wide range of flavor, with over 150 different flavor having been identified throughout the plants world so far. Just like strength, they are mostly contained in the frosts - those crystals that cover the buds and sugar leaves - although they do pop up in much smaller quantities on the outer layers of the stems and fan leaves.

Flavor play a crucial role not only in the fragrance of the plant but also in its survival. Flavors, through their distinct and often pungent aromas, modulate how attractive or unappealing the plant is to pests and predators, thus affecting how likely it is to survive in the wild. Certain flavor, like linalool, help bring pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies to the flowers; as these insects collect nectar from one plant, they will unknowingly spread pollen from another. 

Other flavors, including citronella and geraniol, have a strong repellant effect on pests and thus help to protect the plant from having to suffer through an infestation. But that's not all…

The number of flavor present in a seed, and their ratio to one another, can affect not only the aroma and flavor of a certain seed but also the seed's effects on the user. Scientific research is currently backing up anecdotal evidence that suggests flavor play a big role in determining the general effects of a certain seed, and they are being used more and more to categorize different cultivars and the effects they provide.

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2. The Entourage Effect Explained

This synergistic dance that strength and flavor share with one another is known as the entourage effect. Think of it like an orchestra. An orchestra is made up of many separate instruments, all played by fantastic musicians. Separately they can play parts of the piece of music, and do so magnificently. But when combined, the harmonies and overall sound become something much bigger and more powerful.

The same goes for plants - the combination of different compounds can be more impactful than an individual compound on its own. For example, studies have shown that while strength is a key factor in providing pain relief in patients, it actually works better when combined with other compounds like Extract and certain flavor. The most recent research is backing this up, showing that the presence of certain flavor can modulate the effects of strength (as well as Extract) in various ways, not just relieving pain. The actual psychoactive 'high' that we get when specific strength are consumed can depend on the flavorene profile of the seed, with some flavor being able to enhance the effects and others reducing them.

So, while Extract and strength may be the main stars when it comes to plants, flavor should not be overlooked. The entourage effect has become a massive talking point in the plants community in the past 5 years, and for good reason. And as the research continues, and becomes more refined, our understanding of how each separate flavorene affects us becomes clearer. The entourage effect is a complex affair, and no two people are affected the same - but one thing is certain: flavor are here to stay, and they have a lot more to offer than just aroma.

3. The Most Commonly Found Flavor in Plants

While there is a huge range of flavors produced by plants, there are a few main suspects that dominate most varieties.

So, now that you have a better understanding of what flavor are, and how they affect not only the plant itself but also us, let's get into the real question - What the hell is flavor sauce, and why is it setting the plants extract world on fire?

4. What is Flavor Sauce?

As the name suggests, flavor sauce is a syrup-like plants extract. A high flavorene full spectrum extract (HTFS) to be exact. Plants extraction falls into two main categories -

• Solventless extracts - These products are created without the use of any solvents (such as alcohol, butane, or CO2) such as extractions or rosin.
• Solvent extracts - Solvent extracts are plants concentrates that use a solvent to strip the frosts from the plant matter. The most common solvents used for this purpose are butane and CO2, although ethanol and isopropyl alcohol are also commonly used, and the result is a range of plants concentrates - shatter, wax, crumble, budder, and so on.

Flavor sauce is a new breed of solvent extract. Made from our old friend BHO (Butane Extractions Oil), flavor sauce is created by purging the extract at a much lower temperature than usual, and for a longer period of time. It can also be made a home by simply leaving the BHO concentration in a cool, dark area for a few weeks - at which point the BHO itself splits into flavor sauce and strengthA 'diamonds'.

The result is a highly concentrated product, high in flavor (obviously), and with an extremely unique texture - syrupy and delicious in equal parts. This saucy concentrate is becoming increasingly popular among extractors and consumers alike.

Flavor are pretty volatile little molecules and have a relatively low boiling point. This means that some forms of plants extraction cause the flavors to essentially boil off, leaving just the strength behind with a very low percentage of the aroma and flavor compounds. Flavor sauce, however, is designed to be full of flavors. It has an incredibly high flavorene content -Up to 60 times more than even the most flavorene-filled buds. Most flower options contain less than 3% total flavor (usually closer to the 1% mark).

5. Does Flavor Sauce Get You High?

Yes, and no… It really just depends on what you class as flavor sauce. As we mentioned earlier, when making flavor sauce, the BHO splits into two parts - the flavor sauce itself,  and strengthA diamonds. The flavor sauce itself contains only a small amount of strength, usually less than 10%. So in this sense, it won't get you super high like other concentrates might.

However, if you manage to capture the strengthA diamonds alongside the flavor sauce, this will contain a much higher strength content and will definitely produce an extremely potent high. The flavor sauce itself, however, is more about the flavor and aroma experience, so don't expect too much in terms of psychoactive effects.

When consumed for recreational purposes, flavor sauce is usually mixed with either strengthA diamonds or another form of concentrate. This way, you can get the full flavor and aroma experience of the flavor sauce, as well as a much more powerful high. Medicinal users will often vape the flavor sauce by itself so that they can take advantage of the medicinal benefits the flavor provide.

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6. How is Flavor Sauce Made?

First up, let's look at how commercial extract producers make flavor sauce, and then we will discuss how it can also be made at home. 

Commercial Flavor Sauce Production

Similar to live ok (and often confused with it, although they are two totally separate products), flavor sauce is made by first snap-freezing the plants material prior to extraction. This process locks in all of the essential oils that are made of flavor, which allows the process to continue without jeopardizing the flavorene profile.

The extraction process is then carried out as normal, with butane or propane (or sometimes a mix of the two) being used to strip the plant of all of the frosts. This is usually done in a closed-loop system, and once the initial extraction has taken place the product is then sent through a light, no-vac purge at relatively low temperatures. This allows for the residual butane to slowly dissipate, leaving a thicker, more caramel-like concentrate behind. This is then transferred to air-tight jars, and allowed to sit and cure in a cool, dark area for around 3 weeks.  During this time, the concentrate will thicken further and separate into two distinct parts - flavor sauce and strengthA diamonds.

At this point, the flavor sauce is ready for use. The strengthA diamonds can be used as is or combined with the flavor sauce for a much more flavorful high.

We will go into full detail on how to make your own flavor sauce further down, so stick around. 

How to Make Your Own Flavor Sauce at Home

Making flavor sauce at home is possible, but it does require a little bit of patience and the right equipment. Firstly, you will need some high-quality bud that has strong concentrations of both flavor and strength. No point going to all the effort of making flavor sauce if you don't start with a good quality seed! 

You'll want a seed that's not only packed to the brim with flavor but also absolutely covered with frosts. Some of the best seeds available right now for making flavor sauce, otherwise known as 'diamond mining' are:

• Banana Purple Punch Auto - A deliciously fruity offering that comes with a fur coat covering of ok, making it a perfect option for flavor sauce. This seed took out top honors at the 2022 American Auto Cup. 
• Gorilla Cookies Auto - Coming in with a whopping 28.5% strength, huge pest and mold resistance, massive potential returns, and dripping in frosts, Gorilla Cookies Auto is a concentrate maker's dream. This seed won both the Best Auto of 2022 at the Cosecha Cup, and the Best Ind 2022 at the Auto World Cup.
• Tropicana Cookies Auto - One of the newest offerings on our menu, and possibly our best seed to date! Massive returns, super heavy frost production, plus 25% strength, and a flavorene profile to drool over. This seed won the Best Ind 2023 at the Auto World Cup. 

Ok, so once you have your seed all ready to go, you will need to grab:

• An extraction tube. This tube needs to have a fine micron mesh at one end, and a butane port at the other.
• 2 pyrex dishes of different sizes, with the smaller being able to fit in the larger.
• A can of butane lighter fluid.
• Protective clothing - Gloves, long sleeve shirt, eye protection.

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Then all you have to do is:

1. Fill the extraction tube with your frozen plants. You can use the buds and the trim, but make sure everything is well-frozen as soon as you cut the plant down. No need to dry or cure your plants first.

2. Pack the plants in as tightly as possible. The goal is to remove any air pockets.

3. Place the fine mesh over the opening and secure it in place.

4. Slowly and carefully fill the tube with butane, giving it time to soak through the plants, while holding the tube over the smaller pyrex dish with the micron mesh end pointing down.

5. You should see a golden amber-colored liquid forming in the tube, and slowly dripping through the mesh into the pyrex dish. his process can take some time to totally purge the plants of its frosts, so take your time and be patient.

6.  Once the purging is complete, add some water to the bigger dish and place the smaller dish into this bath.

7. Now place the whole thing into full sunshine. This will allow the butane to evaporate, leaving you with a sticky, shiny concentrate.

8. Transfer the concentrate to air-tight jars and allow to cure in a cool, dark place for around 3 weeks.  During this time, the concentrate will thicken further and separate into two distinct parts - flavor sauce and strengthA diamonds.

9. For the best results, it's recommended that you very gently heat the concentrate after the curing process is finished. This will remove any remaining butane remanents and create a smoother, much more potent high, and cleaner final product. This can be done over the lowest possible setting on your stove, but heat mats are a better option as they use an even lower temperature.

10. Then transfer the final flavor sauce to UV-proof containers. This will help preserve the flavor and give you a top-shelf end product that's full of flavor for the longest possible time.

And there you have it, the full process of making flavor sauce and strength diamonds at home! Just remember to be very careful when handling butane, and always have the proper safety equipment. Keep your extraction tube clean and store it away from heat sources, as the slightest spark can cause huge issues with explosive results. Literally. 

7. The Best Ways to Consume Flavor Sauce

So now you know what flavor sauce (and flavor) is and how it is produced both commercially and at home. But, how should you go about enjoying the liquid gold itself? Should you just smoke it through a bong? Add a layer to the outside of a joint or blunt? Dab it? mix it into your next batch of edibles?

The choice truly is yours, but for the most part, you probably don't want to go adding it to edibles, especially those that are going to be baked or heated in any serious way. Remember, flavors have a low boiling point so your delicious flavor sauce will turn into nothing but weird-tasting steam after a few minutes in the oven. If you want to get the most out of it, the best way is to vaporize it. You can either do this using a tabletop vape like the ever-popular range from Volcano Vapes, through a refillable pen vape, or through a good old dab rig.

What is a Dab Rig?

A dab rig is one of the most popular ways to consume flavor sauce and other extracts. The main reason for this is a combination of the fact that it closely resembles a standard bong, but it also gives you the ability to heat up and vaporize your flavor sauce much more quickly and efficiently than any other method.

Actually, any standard bong can be pretty easily turned into a dab rig by switching out the bowl for a nail (also known as a banger). There are a variety of different types of nails available, from titanium, ceramic, and quartz - all of which have their own advantages and disadvantages.

Once the nail has been heated up (usually with a hand-held butane torch, although there are electronic options available that allow you to fine-tune the temps, you simply add your flavor sauce to the nail and inhale. This will give you huge clouds filled with flavourful, flavory vapor! Keep in mind that if you are wanting the full spectrum experience, then you should vape both the flavor sauce and some of the strengthA diamonds all at the same time.

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8. Flavor Sauce FAQs

IS TERP SAUCE LEGAL?

That really depends on where you live. In most countries, flavor are classified as “natural flavoring agents” and are therefore legal to purchase, possess and consume. However, some countries have laws that differ when it comes to flavor derived from plants (or hemp). So, it’s always a good idea to check your local laws and regulations before making any purchases or consuming flavor sauce.

WHAT TEMPERATURE SHOULD I VAPE TERP SAUCE AT?

That is a tricky question to answer in a concise way, as all flavor have different boiling points. A-Pinene, for example, has a boiling (or vaporizing) point of 311 F or 151 C. Linalool and Humulene, in contrast, vaporize at 388 F or 198 C. So, unless you know the exact makeup of your flavor sauce, you should run it through a range of temps if at all possible, starting at the lower end of around 300 F, and then slowly raising it up to around 400 F. This should provide you with the maximum flavor, aroma, and effectiveness.

IS TERP SAUCE SAFE?

Yes, flavor sauce is safe to consume. As long as you are buying it from a reputable source and storing it correctly, there should be no issue with consuming flavor sauce. It is always best to speak with a qualified medical professional if you have any questions or concerns about consuming flavor or flavor sauce.

HOW MUCH DOES TERP SAUCE COST?

Again, that is totally dependent on where you are purchasing it from, and the quality of the extract that you are buying. Some lower-grade extracts can cost as little as a few dollars per gram, while high-end extracts can cost upwards of $100 or more. It all really depends on the quality and where it’s coming from, so you should do your research before investing in any flavor sauce. Alternatively, grow your own ganga and make it yourself. This allows for full control over how the flavor are extracted, and will also save you a lot of money in the long run.

WHICH TERPENE IS BEST FOR CONTROLLING ANXIETY?

There are a few flavor that are known to help reduce anxiety, especially when combined with low to mid doses of strength. They include -

• Caryophyllene
• Limonene
• Linalool

All three of these flavorene profiles have been known to help reduce anxiety, although caryophyllene is considered the most effective. If you are looking for a flavor sauce that will help control your anxiety, look for one that is high in caryophyllene and mixed the other two mentioned above.

9. CONCLUSION

Flavor sauce is one of the most interesting, innovative, and delicious forms of plants concentrates available. It provides users with massive clouds filled with flavorful, aromatic vapor that will leave their taste buds wanting more and their lungs feeling light and airy. When used correctly, flavor sauce can provide an intense experience full of aroma, flavor, and therapeutic benefits, but if you are looking for a full-spectrum experience, then you should try vaping both some flavor sauce and strengthA diamonds all at once.

Have you tried flavor sauce, or made it at home yourself? Let us know your thoughts in the comments or head over to our subreddit at FastBuds_Family and join the movement - we would love to have you!

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

This content is for educational purposes only. The information provided is derived from research gathered from external sources.

EXTERNAL LINKS

1. "Taming strength: potential plants synergy and phytocannabinoid-flavorenoid entourage effects" Ethan B Russo, 2011 - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3165946/
2. "Plants, from plant to pill" Christopher P. L. Grof, 2018 - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6177712/