Cannabis Concentrates at Village Brands
We are not your ordinary flower shop, and nowhere is that more evident than in our carefully curated concentrate selection. At Village Brands, we take pride in offering a premium yet accessible experience for every customer who walks through our doors in Broadview & Chicago, IL, & Hoboken, NJ and beyond. Whether you are a seasoned dabber or someone just beginning to explore the world of cannabis concentrates, our knowledgeable team is here to make the journey seamless and enjoyable. As a cannabis dispensary built on the belief that it takes a village, we put community and quality at the center of everything we do.
What Are Cannabis Concentrates
Cannabis concentrates are products created by extracting the most desirable compounds from the cannabis plant, primarily cannabinoids like THC and CBD along with terpenes that deliver flavor and aroma. The extraction process removes excess plant material and leaves behind a highly potent product that can contain anywhere from 60 to 90 percent THC, compared to traditional flower which typically ranges between 15 and 30 percent. This makes concentrates an efficient and powerful option for both recreational and medicinal consumers.
The concentrate market has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, with industry reports indicating that concentrates now account for a significant and growing share of total cannabis sales nationwide. This surge reflects changing consumer preferences toward products that offer precision dosing, cleaner consumption methods, and a broader range of flavor profiles. At our marijuana dispensary locations, we have seen firsthand how concentrates have become a go-to choice for customers looking for elevated experiences.
Types of Weed Concentrates We Carry
Our menu features a diverse range of concentrate formats, each offering a unique texture, potency, and consumption experience. We carefully curate every product based on quality and the overall experience it delivers, ensuring that what you find on our shelves represents the best available in the market. Here are some of the most popular types you will find at our recreational dispensary locations:
- Live Resin is made from freshly frozen cannabis plants, preserving the full spectrum of terpenes and cannabinoids for a rich and flavorful experience
- Shatter features a glass-like consistency and high potency, making it a favorite among experienced concentrate enthusiasts
- Budder and Badder offer a creamy, whipped texture that is easy to work with and delivers smooth, flavorful hits
- Rosin is a solventless concentrate created through heat and pressure, appealing to consumers who prefer products made without chemical solvents
- Diamonds and Sauce combine crystalline THC structures with terpene-rich sauce for an incredibly potent and aromatic product
Among the brands we proudly carry is Viola Brands, which holds a special place in our story. Founded in 2011 by Dan and Al Harrington, Viola Brands was named after Al’s grandmother, who suffered from glaucoma and high blood pressure. Al, an ex-NBA player who played for the Denver Nuggets, initially convinced his resistant grandmother to try cannabis, and she saw changes instantly. From those roots serving people with cancer and HIV, Viola has grown from Colorado to Oregon and into over 12 different markets and Canada since 2020, while building generational wealth in Black and brown communities.
Extraction Methods and Quality Standards
Understanding how concentrates are made helps you make more informed choices at our weed dispensary. The two primary extraction categories are solvent-based and solventless methods. Solvent-based extraction uses hydrocarbons like butane or propane, or supercritical CO2, to dissolve trichomes from plant material. The solvent is then purged from the final product through vacuum ovens and other specialized equipment, leaving behind a clean, potent concentrate. Solventless methods rely on mechanical processes such as ice water extraction for bubble hash or heat and pressure for rosin.
Every concentrate product on our menu undergoes rigorous third-party lab testing for potency, residual solvents, pesticides, heavy metals, and microbial contaminants. We believe that quality is non-negotiable, and our team reviews lab results and evaluates each product before it earns a spot on our shelves.
How to Enjoy Concentrates
There are several ways to consume concentrates, and our staff is always happy to walk you through the options:
- Dabbing involves using a specialized rig or electronic device to vaporize concentrates at controlled temperatures for maximum flavor and effect
- Vape Cartridges and Pens offer a convenient and discreet portable option using pre-filled cartridges
- Topping Flower means adding a small amount of concentrate to a bowl or joint to boost potency
Village Brands exists to be more than just a place to buy cannabis. In 2019, Dan created our retail concept with the understanding that big corporations were not connecting with people in the market. We are multi-state, but we are home to you. Whether you are visiting our locations in New Jersey & Missouri or discovering us for the first time, we invite you to explore our concentrate collection and experience the difference that careful curation and genuine care can make.
