Keef is the small, greenish-brown resin found between the pistils of cannabis flowers. It’s often referred to as “pot pollen” because it looks like yellowish pollen.
Keef has become very popular in recent years for its high concentration of cannabinoids—primarily THC and CBD—and its crunchy texture makes it easy to sprinkle on top of things, such as food or drinks. Users can choose from a variety of ways to consume keef, including eating it raw, mixing it with other foods such as nuts or chocolate, sprinkling it over other snacks such as popcorn or mixing it with oils to create an edible hash oil. But what about snorting keef? Is that even possible?
What Is Keef?
Keef is a form of cannabis extract that can be collected by sifting or “trimming” loose flower buds through a fine screen or mesh to remove the excess plant material. This cannabis prep is produced when the cannabis flowers are being prepared for baking or other types of cooking.
Keef can be found in certain types of cannabis flower, such as the sativa-dominant hybrid Blueberry Haze, which is known for its large concentration of keef. Keef is the small, greenish-brown resin found between the pistils of cannabis flowers. It’s often referred to as “pot pollen” because it looks like yellowish pollen.
Why Would Someone Want to Snort Keef?
Keef is more potent than regular bud, which means it can be more efficient when it comes to dosing. This can be particularly helpful for those who have a low tolerance. Keef can also be easier to dose with, since it’s a solid substance.
If you’re new to edibles, it can be difficult to know how much to take. With keef, there are no confusing instructions to follow or dosage-related calculations that can lead to inaccurate measurements. You simply take a small amount of keef and you’re good to go. Keef can also be a more discreet method of consumption. You don’t have to smoke or vape it, so there won’t be any odor and it can be easily swallowed or mixed into a drink.
How to Snort Keef?
There are many different ways to consume keef, including eating it raw and mixing it with other foods such as nuts or chocolate. You can also sprinkle it over other snacks such as popcorn or mix it with oils to create an edible hash oil. But what about snorting keef? Is that even possible? Yes, it is, but it’s not recommended for a few reasons.
First, keef has been found to have a high concentration of pollen, which can be very difficult to completely remove from the mucosal membranes in your nose and throat. Even though the pollen is said to be physically harmless and won’t get you high, it can cause some irritation, which can make it difficult to breathe out of your nose. And while it’s possible to remove the pollen by washing out your nasal cavities with a saline solution, it might be better to simply ingest the keef since it has been proven to transfer into the bloodstream more efficiently than when snorted.
The Dangers of Snorting Keef
As we’ve discussed, it’s possible to snort keef. It’s also possible to snort almost anything—including glass, sand, fiberglass, and even crushed-up diamonds. You may be wondering, “If it’s dangerous to snort keef, then why would anyone do it?” Well, there are certain “benefits” of snorting keef, such as the high being more intense than when you ingest it, but even with those perks, there are still a lot of dangers associated with this practice.
For starters, keef is much more concentrated than buds, meaning you have to use less but experience a greater high. This can lead to accidental overdoses, and if you’re snorting it, the substance is much more likely to get lodged in your nose, which can cause a lot of damage. There is also the risk of contracting an infectious disease via cuts or abrasions in your nasal passages, which is more likely to occur with keef than with buds.
Final Words
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to get high, snorting keef may seem like a good idea. Unfortunately, it can come with a lot of unwanted side effects, including discomfort and damage to your nasal passages. For the best experience, we recommend ingesting keef instead of snorting it. You can accomplish this by swallowing it raw or by adding it to other foods such as yogurt or chocolate. You can also mix it with oils to create a hash oil that can be consumed via a vaporizer or dab rig.
