While 420 is a globally recognized symbol of cannabis culture and its celebration, 710 is also a notable cannabis holiday. Here’s everything you need to know about Cannabis Oil Day and how to celebrate it!
What is 710?
Compared to 420, the slang term 710 is more of a niche part of the cannabis industry, referring to the cannabis concentrates and oils rather than being a general symbol of cannabis culture. When you type the number 710, it spells out oil when turned upside down, so that’s why July 10th is considered the cannabis concentrate holiday!
Understanding Cannabis Concentrates
Cannabis concentrate is a potent extract from the cannabis plant, made through a solventless or solvent-based process that separate the cannabinoids and terpenes. Compared to cannabis flower, concentrates typically offer more intensity and flavor due to isolating trichomes and preserving high levels of THC and CBD, offering cannabis lovers a rich experience.
Solvent-based concentrates are made by using a chemical solvent such as butane or propane to separate terpenes and cannabinoids from the cannabis plant. The common solvent-based concentrates include:
- Wax
- Shatter
- Live Resin
- Budder
- Distillate
- Hash oil
Solventless cannabis extraction is made without chemical solvents, by using heat, pressure or other mechanisms. The common solventless concentrates include:
- Rosin
- Ice water hash, bubble hash
How to Consume Cannabis Extracts
There are several ways to consume cannabis oil and concentrates, depending on personal preference and experience level. The common consumption methods include:
- Dabbing
- Vaping
- Topping bowls or joints
- Mixing with edibles
The Origins of the 7/10 Holiday
Every year on July 10th, a holiday dedicated to celebrating cannabis concentrates and oils is held across the United States. The holiday has multiple names, including 710 holiday, Dab Day, Oil Day or 7/10. According to High Times Magazine, in 2013, various cannabis-friendly news outlets like LA Weekly started using the term 710. The 710 Cup, also known as the first official celebration of cannabis concentrates and oils, was held in Denver, Colorado, the same year.
Over the years, 710 became a popular cannabis holiday and is now known as a symbol of modern cannabis culture. But its importance goes beyond just celebrating cannabis products, it’s also about spreading awareness and advocating for further cannabis legalization.
How To Celebrate Oil Day
There are numerous ways to celebrate 710 Day, depending on your individual preferences. If you are someone who likes to stay in, you can still participate in this niche holiday by picking out new concentrates or cannabis oil products you’ve never tried before. The most common way to celebrate the stoner holiday is to immerse yourself in the cannabis community and attend a 710 event or festival. This way, you can have a good time with like-minded people and try new and unique products by local cannabis businesses!
Using the Right Tools for Cannabis Concentrates
To consume a product with a specific consistency, such as a concentrate, you need proper tools. Since some concentrates are highly potent cannabis products, dosing correctly is a vital element of consumption, and using a small dab tool to control the intake is key. Common tools used for handling and consuming concentrates include:
- Dab rigs, dab pens, dab mats, and other dab tools, which are used to handle the concentrate
- Vaporizers or vape pens suitable for concentrate consumption
710 is much more than just a weed holiday, it stands for constant innovation and craftsmanship in the cannabis industry. So make sure to celebrate cannabis concentrates and oils in the comforts of your home or with fellow cannabis enthusiasts by supporting your favorite cannabis brands and dispensaries! Find your nearest dispensary and explore the selection of available cannabis products.