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As the precursor acid to THC, THCA stands to offer a host of benefits in addition to those already provided by THC. But what constitutes a high THCA percentage, and how does it make a difference in the effectiveness of the compound? That’s what we’ll unpack below.

What is THCA?

Before we get into the nitty gritty about percentages and potency, it’s important to have a solid understanding of what THCA is. Tetraydrocannabolic acid (THCA) is the precursor to THC. The two cannabinoids have rather similar structures, except for one glaring difference: THCA has an extra carboxyl group that THC does not. This one little detail may seem minute, but it makes all the difference in the psychoactive effects that the compound does or does not deliver. Having an extra carboxyl group means that THCA is not psychoactive in its raw state and will therefore not get you high.

Once it is exposed to heat and light through decarboxylation, however, THCA loses that extra carboxyl group and effectively becomes THC.

How Do You Determine THCA Content?

Finding out the percentage of THCA before decarboxylation requires knowing how high the THC percentage of the cannabis strain is. All cannabis strains are different and will come with their own constitution of cannabinoids. You’ll be able to determine how high the THCA percentage is of the product you’re taking, and therefore how potent it may be, based on several factors, one of which includes the total cannabinoids analyzed.

A reputable CBD retailer should always be transparent about what is in their strains. Black Tie always makes our 3rd Party Lab Analyses available to our customers.

Take our Gushers (Indoor) THC-A Hemp Flower, for example. This indica-dominant hybrid clearly indicates a THCa percentage of 21.70% but also prominently displays our 3rd Party Lab Analysis for further explanation.

What is Considered a High THCA Percentage?

Generally speaking, any cannabis strain that is at or above 15% THC will have a high THCA percentage prior to decarboxylation. That means that once the THCA is decarboxylated, the transfer of the psychoactive properties will only increase.

Now before you get ahead of yourself, it’s critical to note that the THCA content is not the same as the THC content. For example, if you see that the THCA percentage of a strain is 22% and the THC percentage is 0.2%, you may think that the total THC will be 24%. While the total percentage of cannabinoids analyzed will be 22.2%, it doesn’t mean that the compound contains 22.2% active THC.

The molecular mass formula that can be used to determine the percentage of THCA that will turn into THC, and therefore indicate the degree of potency is as follows:

THCtotal = (%THCA) x 0.877 + (%THC)

Keep in mind that various factors may impact these results, so treating it as gospel is not advised.

The main thing to note is that the higher the THCA percentage, the more potent the product will likely be.

Where to Buy THCA Hemp Flower

If you’ve never tried THCA before, a great place to start is with a CBD retailer you can trust. Two of our favorite THCA hemp flower strains with notably high THCA percentages include:

• Ice Cream Cake (GH) THC-A Hemp Flower. Great for sleep, this indica-based hemp flower is perfect for sending you off into an ice cream cake dream state. Many users say that while the sweet dough/lemon scent is divine, the best part is that this THC-a hemp flower is heavily coated in trichomes.  some text
  • THCa - 20.70%
  • THC (Delta9) - 0.22%
• Gushers (INDOOR) THC-A Hemp Flower. This indica-dominant hybrid is perfect for mood enhancement and a better sleep. Expect a sweet, doughy aroma followed by heavy undertones of gas in this highly dense THCA hemp flower.some text
  • THCa - 21.70%
  • THC (Delta9) - 0.17%

Try out several different types and find the strain that suits you best. Find it all when you shop for THCA flower, CBD, CBG, and more at Black Tie today!

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Cannabis connoisseurs like ourselves are always on the lookout for the latest and greatest new product to hit the market. THCa is relatively new, at least as far as mainstream coverage of the compound is concerned. The public started to catch on to THCa’s popularity around mid-2017, and since then the concept of how this precursor to THC came to be has exploded. That leads us to the different forms of THCa, one of which being THCa diamonds.

You’re probably familiar with other crystalline concentrates like CBD crystalline, CBG crystalline, and THC in its diamond form. The concept of THCa diamonds is more or less the same. The goal of any concentrate is to provide users with as pure a form of the compound as possible. With most concentrates ranging from 70-90% THC when burned, THCa concentrates give users the chance to inhale a nearly pure form of THC. But what is THCa all about and how can you derive the most benefits from THCa diamonds? Black Tie CBD is here to show you.

What is THCa?

Tetraydrocannabolic acid (THCa) is the precursor compound to THC. Found in fresh, untreated cannabis, THCa in its raw state is not psychoactive. When decarboxylated, a portion of THCa turns into THC and delivers the pleasant effects we know and love. That said, THCa is still valuable even in its unheated form.

The Basics of THCa Diamonds

Made from the cannabinoid THCa, THCa diamonds deliver a concentrated, crystalline form of the compound. People love THCa diamonds because they find them to be the purest form of THCa. As with all other crystallines, THCa diamones vary in size, shape, color, and clarity. They most stand out from other types of concentrates for their potency, terpene content, and the ways in which the compound is extracted. Those in the know hold THCa diamonds in high regard for their versatility and because of the skill required for the extraction process.

How to Use THCa Diamonds

If you’re familiar with vaping or smoking THC diamonds or other crystalline forms of CBD concentrate, you’ll be a pro at taking THCa diamonds. That’s because the consumption method is the same. Some people add the diamonds to blunts or bowls to increase the THC consumption.

How THCa Diamonds Stack Up Against Other Concentrates

We mentioned earlier that there are various other forms of THCa cannabis concentrates  such as resin and distillate oils. These differ from THCa diamonds in chemical makeup, texture, and the materials from which they are extracted. When comparing the different types, the primary factor to consider is the potency.

THCa diamonds deliver a high-quality form of THCa that often contains over 98% of the product’s chemical profile. Distillates, on the other hand, may contain various other cannabinoids that make the product less pure. Additionally, distillate cannabis oils can be extracted from many different things and may include stems and leaves. Extracting THCa diamonds, however, utilizes the hydrocarbon extraction process; this entails using the whole flower base material to preserve the maximum amount of terpenes in each cannabis strain.

Simply put, THCa Diamonds are higher quality because of the refined cultivation techniques used to produce them.  

THCa Hemp Flower

In the event that you’re not quite ready to dive into the full concentrate, you can dip a toe into the THCa-laden waters by trying out THC-a Hemp Flower:

• Jealousy (INDOOR) THC-A Hemp Flower. This hybrid blend is a 50-50 indica-sativa split designed to enhance your mood and reduce stress.
• Ice Cream Cake (GH) THC-A Hemp Flower. Great for sleep, this indica-based hemp flower is perfect for sending you off into an ice cream cake dream state.  

Find THCa, THC, CBD, CBG, and other cannabis products at your favorite CBD retailer, Black Tie CBD!

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Are you new to the world of THCA? If so, you may have heard lots of conflicting information about tetrahydrocannabinolic acid. Questions like, “Does THCA get you high?” and “What is the point of THCA?” have been swirling around the web as of late. Black Tie is here to help you get to the bottom of these questions and debunk some of the myths associated with THCA.

• Myth: THCA will not get you high.

Truth: THCA in its raw, untreated form will not get you high. This is because tetrahydrocannabinolic acid in its original form contains an extra carboxyl group. This additional carboxyl group alters the molecule, making it impossible for it to bind to the endocannabinoid receptors in the same way that THC does.

Once it is decarboxylated, however, THCA loses its extra carboxyl group and transforms into THC. Upon doing this, THCA in its THC-transformed state can now bind to the endocannabinoid system and produce psychoactive effects.  

• Myth: THCA won’t show up on a drug test.

Truth: Unfortunately, this one simply isn’t true. THCA shows up in urine and blood drug tests just about the same way THC does. This means that if you’re concerned about testing positive, it’s best to steer clear of it altogether in the days leading up to your test.

• Myth: THCA is legal everywhere.

Truth: While THCA is technically federally legal, the waters get a little murky when it comes to its legality once it becomes THC. While THCA is not listed as a controlled substance, it is only deemed legal as long as it is sourced from industrial hemp containing less than 0.3% THC. That means that if the THCA is derived from industrial hemp, it is legal. If it comes from marijuana and exceeds 0.3% THC in its raw form, THCA may not be legal in all states. It’s always best to verify with your local and state regulations before taking or purchasing THCA.

Lucky for you, there are multiple ways to try THCA. Black Tie has THC-A hemp flower and THC-A Diamonds available for purchase. Our Hemp THC-A flowers come in a range of strains, some of the most popular being our Gushers (GH), our Gushers (INDOOR), and our Jealousy (INDOOR) THC-A flowers.

Have questions? Need advice? We’re here to help. Contact Black Tie today for more information.

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As someone who stays up-to-date on all things cannabis, you’re probably like us in that you’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest thing. THCA is one of the newer compounds to hit the market, and with that comes a bit of uncertainty about what it can do. What is THCA? Are there side effects with THCA we should know about? These are important questions, both of which we’ll dive into.

What to Know About THCA

The first thing to cover is what THCA is in the first place. As the precursor to THC, Tetraydrocannabolic acid (THCA) becomes THC. By that, we mean that once THCA is decarboxylated, it loses the extra carboxyl group it contains, which transforms it into the THC we know and love.

In its preheated, raw state, THCA is not psychoactive and isn’t likely to produce side effects. Once exposed to light and heat, however, THCA goes through the decarboxylation process and consequently becomes the “high”-inducing compound many people use.

Why Taking THCA Could Produce Side Effects

The main thing to note about THCA’s side effects is that they are unlikely to appear in THCA’s raw state. Most side effects of THCA come as a result of THCA turning into THC through decarboxylation. In that sense, the side effects of THCA are similar to those of THC.

The Legality of THCA

For many people, the side effect they’re most concerned about when it comes to THCA is whether or not it will show up on a drug test. The answer is, unsurprisingly, not so clear cut. While THCA is federally legal and not listed as a controlled substance, the caveat is that it must be sourced from industrial hemp containing less than 0.3% THC. That means that if the THCA is derived from industrial hemp, it is legal. If it is derived from marijuana and exceeds 0.3% THC in its raw form, it may not be legal in all states.

The most important part of that scenario to most people is how or if it shows up on drug tests. THCA will most likely show up in urine and blood samples in the same way THC does, which means that if you’re looking for a negative result, this side effect could hinder that.

Where to Buy THCA Hemp Flower

Some people experience THCA side effects due to the strain, terpenes, or potency of the product. One of the great things about Black TIe CBD is that we sell a variety of THCA products, so you can experiment with different strains until you find the one that’s just right for you.

Some of our favorites include:

• Gushers (INDOOR) THC-A Hemp Flower. This indica-dominant hybrid is perfect for mood enhancement and a better sleep. Expect a sweet, doughy aroma followed by heavy undertones of gas in this highly dense THCA hemp flower.
• Jealousy (INDOOR) THC-A Hemp Flower. This hybrid blend is a 50-50 indica-sativa split designed to yield a better mood and reduce stress. You’ll love the mild pine and citrus aroma that hits you the moment you open the bag.
• Ice Cream Cake (GH) THC-A Hemp Flower. Great for sleep, this indica-based hemp flower is perfect for sending you off into an ice cream cake dream state. Many users say that while the sweet dough/lemon scent is divine, the best part is that this THC-a hemp flower is heavily coated in trichomes.  

Start your THCA journey with a trusted, reliable source: Black Tie! Find THCA, CBD, Delta-8, Delta-9, and tons of other cannabis products at Black Tie when you shop with us online today!

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Welcome to the world of Black Tie CBD, where new and exciting CBD products are being released every day. Delta-8 THC gained mainstream clout in recent years for being D9’s lighter, more subtle THC friend. Since its introduction to the market, Delta-8 has exploded in popularity. It comes in various forms, including Delta-8 infused hemp flower, Delta8 Vapes, and of course Delta-8 THC gummies.

Never experimented with Delta-8 THC gummies before? You’ve come to the right place. We’ll break down everything you need to know about these tasty edibles so you can fully enjoy them.

What to Know About Delta-8 THC

It’s always good to do a quick overview of any topic at hand, so while we’re at it, let’s give a recap of what there is to know about Delta-8 THC. Delta 8 products come from the Cannabis sativa plant. As the only cannabinoid that contains all six Delta 8 phytocannabinoids in one compound, Delta-8 still offers psychoactive properties, but typically less so than its Delta-9 THC counterpart. It is because of this milder, smoother experience that many people refer to Delta-8 as “Delta-9 Lite.” This makes it perfect for beginners who may be inexperienced with THC products and are just looking to dip their toes into the cannabis waters.

Tips for First Timers

If it’s your first time using Delta-8 THC gummies, or edibles/gummies in general, we have a few tips to steer you in the right direction.

First, always remember to start slow. Taking ½ a gummy will be more than enough when you’re not accustomed to the substance. Some people even prefer to start with ¼ of a gummy. We just advise not to take the whole thing at once, as it could make for an experience that’s a bit too strong for your first go.

Secondly, know that you will likely feel some sense of a “high” or euphoria. This differs from CBD gummies and other CBD products. While the “high” won’t be as strong as if you took a Delta-9 THC gummy, it’s still important to know what to expect so you’re not caught off guard. Anticipate feeling more relaxed and a little giddy.

Third, when you’re ready to up your dosage, do so after you’ve waited about 90 minutes. Gummies take a bit of time to kick in, so you won’t know how they’ll affect you fully until after a period of time.

Choosing Delta-8 THC Gummies

There are tons of different flavors, consistencies, and types of Delta-8 THC gummies out there. With so many options, how can you know which ones are the best? The first thing to always do when evaluating any product (be it Delta-8, Delta-9, CBD, CBG, or others) is to make sure that its effects are lab-tested.

At Black Tie CBD, all of our products are analyzed by 3rd party labs. This adds a necessary layer of trust to our customers purchasing our products and verifies that all of our claims are legitimate.

Not sure where to start? We recommend our Relaxation Delta-8 THC Gummies (50 mg each)- Pineapple. Ease yourself into a Pineapple-flavored sense of relaxation with our blend of indica terpenes. All-natural, vegan, and gluten-free, these Delta-8 THC gummies have Myrcene and Linalool terpenes, which are known for their sedative and stress-reducing properties.

Ready to try them for yourself? Order Delta-8 THC gummies online from Black Tie CBD today. For any questions, feel free to reach out and contact us today!

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Looking for a milder, less potent, still pleasant way to get your “high?” Delta-8 THC could be it. A lot of people opt for Delta-8, aka Diet Delta-9, for its smoother, less intense effects. Given that Delta-8 THC is known as Delta-9 light, some people may think that it stays in the body for less time than Delta-9. We’re here to give you all the information you need to know about how long Delta-8 THC stays in your system so you can make the best decisions about how and when to use these products.

An Overview of Delta-8 THC in the Body

If you’re looking for a hard and fast answer about how long Delta-8 THC stays in the body, we’re sorry to tell you that we cannot provide you with that. As with all substances, a variety of factors impact how long Delta-8 remains in the system. On average, Delta-8 can stay in the system for between 2 to 30 days. That’s a huge stretch of time, which leads us to discuss the factors that contribute to its lasting presence.

What Impacts The Length of Time Delta-8 Stays in Your System

How long Delta-8 THC can be detected in the body (via a drug test or other means) may depend on factors including:

• Consumption Method of Delta-8 THC: Inhaling any substance (be it Delta-8, Delta-9, CBD, or CBG) will result in it remaining in the body for the longest period of time. That means smoking Delta-8 and using Delta-8 vapes will result in it staying in your body for longer than if you take edibles, use oils, or apply it topically.
• Body Metabolism: Everyone’s body processes the things they consume differently. Your individual metabolism will impact how quickly Delta-8 THC stays in your body.
• Dose of Delta-THC used: As you might expect, a higher dosage of Delta-8 THC will take longer to clear from your system than just a small amount.
• Age of the User: Older individuals tend to metabolize Delta-8 THC at a slower rate than those who are younger, which means it will likely stay in their system longer.
• Frequency of Use: The more frequently you use Delta-8 THC, the longer it will remain in your system. Habitual users may have detectable levels of Delta-8 for up to 30 days or more, while people for whom it was their first time will probably see it clear their systems faster..

Will Delta-8 THC Show up On a Drug Test?

Delta-8 THC will show up on a drug test, so it is highly advisable to refrain from using it if you know you have one coming up. While Delta-8 is not the same as Delta-9, the two are indistinguishable on urine drug tests. Keep this in mind as it relates to the frequency of your use, but don’t let it stop you from enjoying it! Just about everything can be enjoyed in the right circumstances.

Ready to try Delta-8 THC for yourself? Order high quality, 3rd-party-lab-tested Delta-8 THC from Black Tie CBD today!

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