You Don’t Need to Go All the Way to Afghanistan for Afghani Hash, Baby!

 

Afghani hash culture goes back thousands of years. It is truly a traditional craft in Afghanistan to concentrate the trichomes from massive cannabis farms into a gooey brick of hashish that has been an important part of their culture and economy for a long, long time. The west was widely introduced to these treasures in the 1960’s as “The Hippie Trail” was popularized, a journey roughly from Morocco to Nepal. Many western hippies ended up staying in Afghanistan for longer than expected after finding a thriving hash culture. Bringing these treats home helped grow an already thriving industry in Afghanistan. Before dabs were a thing, this was the only real option for cannabis concentrates. Homemade hash was reserved for growers pretty much at this time.

Since the normalization and legalization of cannabis, genetically speaking it is difficult to find anything that has any real connection to the past and has a tradition. Afghani style hash is one of the few traditional things that Canadian smokers are lucky enough to be able to try. There is a real sense of history in this kind of product and, bonus, it also hits pretty hard. For those who constantly complain that it’s not like the old days, traditional Afghani hash pretty much stands unchanged. The biggest difference today is that you can get it delivered to your door. I think most would agree that’s a net positive.

The finest Afghani hash finds its origins within the Northern provinces nestled between the Hindu Kush mountains and the Russian border, encompassing areas such as Balkh and Mazar-i-Sharif. You might notice some popular weed strain names simply in the geographical locations here. That’s no accident obviously. If you want to know where your Kush’s lineage came from, it’s here. It’s pretty cool you can still find the ancestry of our modern strains in these regions.

The cannabis plants chosen for hash production are compact, bushy indicas, meticulously cultivated. In the Afghan hash-making process, hands skillfully press the hashish after a subtle infusion of tea or water. Patiently, the hashish is kneaded until it transforms into a state of remarkable elasticity, exuding a potent and captivating aroma. Within the Afghan hash-making tradition, the hash is meticulously shaped into balls or blocks, a form carefully designed to minimize exposure to air.

Afghani Hash typically boasts a THC content ranging between 18% and 22%, recognized for its robust and spicy aroma and flavour profile. The exterior appearance may appear dark, bordering on black, while the interior presents shades of deep green or brown.

Renowned for its potent psychoactive properties, Afghani Hash has gained a reputation for inducing a euphoric state in its users. Remarkably, its full potential can be realized in just five minutes. For individuals unacquainted with hash or cannabis, it is advisable to exercise caution and initiate consumption with a conservative dosage due to the potential side effects that could manifest.

Check out the Afghani Apple Hash. This high grade hash originates directly from the northern realms of Afghanistan, a region celebrated for yielding some of the nation’s most exceptional hashish. What sets the Afghani hash apart from its counterparts is the substantial investment of time and artistry dedicated to its creation. Crafted with meticulous care, Afghani hashish is painstakingly hand-pressed and artistically refined to attain a state of absolute perfection. The outcome is a product that boasts remarkable flexibility and exudes an immensely alluring fragrance.

The flavour palette of the Afghani Apple Hash is characterized as profoundly earthy, embellished with subtle notes of spice and a woody mellowness. Whether meticulously crumbled within a bong or artfully rolled into a joint, our AAAA+ hash promises to leave an indelible mark, even on the most discerning of cannabis enthusiasts.

Enjoying your hash is easy. Incorporating hash into your smoking routine can be seamlessly achieved with several methods. One straightforward way involves blending hash into your joint, elevating your smoking experience with a little extra punch. Alternatively, the option of utilizing a pipe presents itself, providing a distinct way to enjoy hash. For those opting for the pipe route, it is advisable to place a mesh-style screen atop the bowl of your pipe. This precautionary measure prevents the inadvertent inhalation of heated hash fragments, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted smoking encounter. It also makes the hash last longer without pulling through the bowl prematurely.

Hash made like the Afghani’s has become popular enough that the tradition has spread to countries like Columbia as well. Perhaps because of the ease of adoption and lack of solvents, sticky bricks of mechanically separated hashish are available from all around the world with rather unhelpful and dubious markings. Either way, it’s likely fire.

If you’re looking for a throwback high or something different in your routine, grab yourself some old-school hash and smoke like your dad. Potsmart has links to plenty of fun hashes to test out. Many of them are very cheap per gram and almost everything has a coupon, so that’s helpful.

 

By Rico Suave, for Potsmart