Have you ever been so high that you couldn’t feel your eyebrows, even when you physically touch them? If not, try smoking Moon Rocks and I guarantee you’ll get there. I recently smoked them for the first time ever, and two months later, I’m still unable to locate my facial features. (Worth it, by the way.)
What are Moon Rocks?
The origins of Moon Rocks are a bit fuzzy, but rumors abound that the dispensary Starbudz760 first concocted them, with legendary West Coast rapper Kurupt popularizing the product and trademarking his own version called Kurupt Moonrock.
Moon Rocks are a THC megazord—they’re essentially cannabis buds (historically GSC, but any strain suffices) dipped in or sprayed with hash oil, then rolled in kief.RelatedWhat are cannabis concentrates, oils, and extracts?
How strong are Moon Rocks?
Though the potency of each batch of Moon Rocks varies and depends on how it’s made/who produces it, the general consensus is that they hover around 50% THC (most flower by itself averages around 20% THC).
Hitting Moon Rocks produces an extremely pleasant, terpene-rich taste of kief that makes you say, “Woooo, that’s delicious.” The smoke clouds produced are super big and full, so each hit is damn near its own experience.
And the high? Oh buddy, oh pal, don’t even get me started on the high. Starting in the head, and eventually spreading throughout the entire body down to your toes, a Moon Rocks high is one of those slow burns that you definitely feel at first, but 30 minutes later, you realize that you have reached a mountaintop that you may not have been ready to climb.
I smoked my gram of Moon Rocks at around 5 p.m., and when I woke up the next morning at 7 a.m., I was still on Mars waiting for the train back to Earth.
How strong are Moon Rocks?
Though the potency of each batch of Moon Rocks varies and depends on how it’s made/who produces it, the general consensus is that they hover around 50% THC (most flower by itself averages around 20% THC).
Hitting Moon Rocks produces an extremely pleasant, terpene-rich taste of kief that makes you say, “Woooo, that’s delicious.” The smoke clouds produced are super big and full, so each hit is damn near its own experience.
And the high? Oh buddy, oh pal, don’t even get me started on the high. Starting in the head, and eventually spreading throughout the entire body down to your toes, a Moon Rocks high is one of those slow burns that you definitely feel at first, but 30 minutes later, you realize that you have reached a mountaintop that you may not have been ready to climb.
I smoked my gram of Moon Rocks at around 5 p.m., and when I woke up the next morning at 7 a.m., I was still on Mars waiting for the train back to Earth.
How are they consumed?
You can smoke moon rocks like you would any other nug, by breaking it up into a joint, bowl, vape, or pipe. Keeping it lit isn’t easy, and it’s also super dense and greasy, so glassware like a bong or pipe is the preferred way.
What are the effects?
Moon rocks are potent. People who’ve indulged describe big, full, fragrant smoke clouds and a rich and pleasant taste of kief.
THC is the primary psychoactive ingredient in cannabis and mainly responsible for producing the “high.” Given that moon rocks contain considerably higher levels of THC, the effects are more pronounced than what you experience from run-of-the-mill cannabis products.
The severity of the effects depend on a few things, including the strain used and your tolerance. Someone who’s not used to high THC cannabis tends to have more intense effects. Using large amounts also increases the intensity of the effects.
Here are some of the common effects of moon rocks:
- dizziness
- increased heart rate
- anxiety
- paranoia
- sleepiness
- headaches
- dry mouth
- impaired memory
- dry, red eyes
- cough or other respiratory issues
- extreme hunger, aka the munchies
How long do they take to kick in?
They produce a slow burn with some immediate effects that really kick into high gear about 30 minutes in.
Based on people’s reviews, you can expect your buzz to linger for several hours or even into the next day if you’re new to moon rocks or high-THC strains.
How to make Moon Rocks
Moon Rocks aren’t super complicated. With access to a high-quality cannabis dispensary such as Mission Cannabis Club in San Francisco, you’ll be able to get everything you need. As an added bonus, Mission Cannabis Club also offers cannabis delivery, so you can get what you need to be sent straight to your home.
All you need to create Moon Rocks is the following cannabis supplies:
- Your favorite strain of cannabis flower/bud.
- Your favorite type of hash oil or concentrate.
- Scrap up some kief from your grinder (always save it).
- Some tweezers or small tongs to grab your bud and a liquid dropper.
How to make your Moon Rocks
- Get your bud – Start off with your bud. The denser, the better, will help hold the Moon Rock together as you go through the different steps.
- Time for your concentrate or hash oil – You want to gently heat your concentrate until it’s liquidy enough to use a dropper. Fill the dropper with your concentrate and completely cover the exterior of the bud. Don’t dip your bud in the concentrate because if you get it too wet, it’s going to take much longer to dry and be harder to smoke.
- Roll it – Now, take the bud and gently roll it back and forth in the kief until your entire bud is covered in the Kief. That’s it! Let it dry somewhere warm and dry, and when it’s completely dry again, it’s ready to smoke.
How to smoke your Moon Rocks
We just want to start off by reiterating that Moon Rocks are best left to experienced smokers as they can be an intense and long-lasting high. In the next section, we’ll take a look at different ways that you can enjoy Moon Rocks and how you can prepare yourself for the Moon Rock experience.
The ultimate way to enjoy Moon Rocks is with some premium glassware. You’re not smoking regular cannabis bud here; it deserves and requires a little extra love and attention. You’ll need to tear apart your Moon Rock piece by piece, and they’re generally a little bit sticky icky.
You may be thinking here that you could use a pre-roll or rolling paper, but we’d advise against it. Of course, if you really want to, you can, but glass is better. Moon Rocks don’t burn like regular cannabis and can be a little messy and annoying on a rolling paper. However, if you crumble up your Moon Rock and sprinkle it lightly on a regular cannabis flower, it will burn better.
What are Moon Rocks – Conclusion
Clear your schedule. Seriously. If you have a busy day ahead of you, then don’t smoke Moon Rocks. If you have any intention of getting anything remotely productive done, don’t smoke Moon Rocks. If you think you’re up for the challenge and ready to climb aboard the Moon Rock express, then get ready for a wild ride! Remember, start off slowly and take your time. A little bit goes a long way, and if you overindulge, you’re going to regret it a few hours later.