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Better Ethanol Extraction Methods for High-Quality Botanical Products

Ethanol extraction has grown increasingly popular in recent years due to its versatility, safety, and ability to produce high-quality concentrates. For those in the botanical, cannabis, and essential oil industries, achieving better ethanol extraction has become crucial to producing premium-quality products with high purity and potency. However, optimizing the ethanol extraction process requires a deep understanding of factors like solvent quality, plant material, temperature control, and post-processing techniques. Addressing each of these elements in a methodical and thoughtful way can yield significant improvements in the overall extraction process. The first consideration in any ethanol extraction process is selecting the right solvent. Ethanol is an effective solvent because it can dissolve both polar and non-polar compounds, meaning it captures a broad spectrum of cannabinoids, terpenes, and other beneficial compounds from plant material. However, the purity of the ethanol used ...