What to Do With AVB (Already Vaped Bud)
AVB is cannabis that has already been through a vaporizer. The good news: it's already decarboxylated — meaning the THCA has been converted to active THC and you can eat it directly or infuse it without any oven step. The bad news: it tastes terrible. Here's what to do with it.
The Most Important Thing to Know
Do not re-decarb AVB. It's already done. Putting AVB in the oven to "decarb" it destroys the remaining cannabinoids instead of activating them. When calculating AVB potency, set decarb efficiency to 95% — the only variable left is infusion efficiency.
7 Best Uses for AVB
The most versatile option. Infuse AVB into butter using a slow cooker for 2–4 hours. Skip decarb — it's done. Use in any baked good. Water curing beforehand dramatically improves the taste of the finished butter.
Fill empty gel caps with finely ground, water-cured AVB mixed with a small amount of MCT oil. No cooking required. Precise dosing, zero taste, discreet. Best option for medical users or anyone who hates the flavour.
Eat It Directly
Effort: ZeroTaste: Harsh (water cure helps)Mix AVB into peanut butter, Nutella, yogurt, or a smoothie and eat immediately. No prep required since it's already decarbed. Best for lightly vaped, blonde AVB. Use 2–3x your normal dose as a starting estimate.
Soak AVB in high-proof alcohol (Everclear or similar) for 2–4 weeks — or use a quick wash. Strain and dose under the tongue for faster onset (15–30 min) vs. swallowed edibles. Water curing before alcohol extraction improves flavour.
Infuse AVB into MCT or coconut oil for 2–4 hours in a slow cooker. MCT oil has higher bioavailability than butter. Use in capsules, salad dressings, or smoothies. Lecithin improves extraction and absorption.
AVB Peanut Butter
Effort: ZeroTaste: Earthy but maskedMix finely ground AVB directly into peanut butter — the strong flavour of peanut butter masks the AVB taste better than almost any other food. Eat on toast or in a sandwich. Best with water-cured AVB.
Combine AVB with raw honey in a jar and warm gently (160–180°F) in a slow cooker for 2 hours. Strain if desired or leave the material in. Good in tea, on toast, or taken directly.
Water Curing: Remove the Taste Without Losing Potency
Water curing is the single biggest quality-of-life improvement for AVB edibles. Cannabinoids are not water-soluble — so soaking AVB in water removes the burnt, harsh, chlorophyll taste without affecting THC content.
AVB Colour → Potency Guide
| Colour | Est. THC % | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Blonde / Light Tan | 6–9% | Lightly vaped. Best potency, harshest taste. |
| Light Brown | 4–6% | Light session. Good balance of potency and volume. |
| Medium Brown | 2–4% | Most common AVB. Standard starting point. |
| Dark Brown | 1–2% | Well vaped. Use in bulk for meaningful doses. |
| Dark / Black | 0.3–1% | Heavily vaped. Low potency — only use a lot of it. |
Calculate Your AVB Batch
BatchCraft has a built-in AVB mode — toggle it on, pick your colour grade, and the calculator sets the concentration and decarb efficiency automatically.
Open AVB Calculator →Frequently Asked Questions
Can you eat AVB directly?
Yes. AVB is already decarboxylated, meaning the THCA has been converted to active THC during vaporization. You can eat it straight, mix it into peanut butter, yogurt, or sprinkle it on food. The taste is harsh and earthy, but water curing first significantly reduces this.
How strong is AVB?
AVB potency depends on your vaporizer and how thoroughly you vaped. Lightly vaped (blonde/light tan) AVB retains roughly 6–9% THC. Medium brown AVB is around 2–4%. Dark brown to black AVB is typically 0.3–1.5%. As a rule: use 2–3x more AVB than you would fresh cannabis for equivalent effects.
Do you need to decarb AVB before making edibles?
No. The vaporization process already decarboxylated the cannabis. Decarbing AVB again would destroy remaining cannabinoids. Set decarb efficiency to 95%+ when calculating AVB batches — the remaining work is just infusion.
What is water curing AVB?
Water curing is soaking AVB in water (changing it daily for 3–7 days) to remove water-soluble compounds that cause the bad taste — ash, chlorophyll, and burnt plant matter. Cannabinoids are not water-soluble, so potency is unaffected. Water-cured AVB makes much better-tasting butter, capsules, and tinctures.
How long does AVB last?
Stored dry in an airtight container away from light and heat, AVB keeps for 1–2 years. The remaining cannabinoids are already decarbed and relatively stable. Water-cured AVB should be dried thoroughly before storage to prevent mold.