Guide
The Best Cannabis Concentrates
The best concentrates ranked — live rosin, live resin, badder, and diamonds judged on purity, terpene preservation, and value.
This roundup cuts through the marketing. Each of these 4 picks earned its place on the 8020 Score, with the trade-offs named out loud.
The ranking
Our picks, ranked by the 8020 Score.
01 R → 02 C → 03 P → 04 7 →
Raw Garden Live Resin Sauce
Affordable single-source live resin sauce.
Cresco Diamonds & Gold Live Resin Sauce
THCA diamonds in a live-resin terp sauce.
Papa & Barkley Live Rosin Badder
Whipped solventless badder with a clean melt.
710 Labs Live Rosin Tier 3
Solventless cold-cured rosin from single-source flower.
FAQ
Common questions.
Live resin vs live rosin — what’s the difference?
Both start from flash-frozen flower. Live resin uses a solvent like butane to extract; live rosin is solventless, pressed with heat and pressure. Rosin costs more but is prized as the purest option.
What are THCA diamonds?
Diamonds are crystalline THCA that forms in a terpene-rich sauce. They are extremely potent — often 90%+ — and best left to experienced dabbers.
Do I need a special rig for concentrates?
You need a dab rig or an electronic device like an e-rig. A standard dry-herb vape or pipe will not properly vaporize concentrates.