510 vape cartridges remain one of the most popular ways to enjoy cannabis in Ontario. Compact, portable, and easy to use, they’re a go-to choice for enthusiasts who want a clean, discreet session without the hassle of rolling. But when shopping for 510 carts, you’ll quickly notice two main types: live resin and distillate.
At Pepe Cannabis Store in Burlington, we carry both, and each offers a very different cannabis experience. Here’s everything you need to know before you pick your next cart.
What Is a Distillate Cart?
Distillate is one of the most common cannabis extracts you’ll find in cartridges. It’s created by refining cannabis oil through multiple stages of heat and filtration until nearly everything except the target cannabinoid (usually THC) is removed.
Distillate carts are known for:
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High potency: Often testing above 85% THC.
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Consistency: Predictable effects, session after session.
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Neutral taste: Terpenes are removed and often reintroduced later.
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Affordability: Usually the more budget-friendly option.
Distillate is ideal if you’re chasing maximum THC levels at a great price.
What Is a Live Resin Cart?
Live resin represents the opposite approach. Instead of refining away everything but THC, live resin seeks to preserve as much of the original plant as possible. The process begins with fresh cannabis flower flash-frozen at harvest and extracted at low temperatures, locking in the strain’s natural terpenes and cannabinoids.
Live resin carts are loved for:
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Authentic flavour: True-to-strain taste and aroma.
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Balanced effects: Terpenes and minor cannabinoids support the entourage effect.
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Premium experience: Often priced higher but with richer, fuller results.
If you want a vape that tastes and feels closer to smoking the actual flower, live resin is the way to go.
Comparing Live Resin vs Distillate
| Feature | Distillate Carts | Live Resin Carts |
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| Flavour | Neutral or artificial terpenes | True-to-flower, strain-specific |
| Potency | Very high THC (85–95%) | Slightly lower THC, fuller effects |
| Price | Affordable | Premium |
| Experience | Straightforward, strong high | Complex, well-rounded, flower-like |
Featured Live Resin Picks at Pepe
At Pepe Cannabis Store, we’re passionate about live resin because it captures the plant’s full expression. Some favourites in our lineup include:
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Pepe Lemon Freeze Live Resin 510 Cart – Bright lemon with sweet floral undertones, crafted from fresh frozen Ontario flower. Shop Lemon Freeze
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Pepe Lemonatti Live Resin 510 Cart – A bold citrus strain brought to life with hydrocarbon extraction and Ispire hardware. Shop Lemonatti
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Sherbinskis Live Resin Carts – Featuring legendary Gelato genetics like Orange Sherbs, Pink Sherbs, and True Gelato 33.
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Tribal Live Resin Carts – Known for big flavour strains like Terple and Cuban Linx.
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Purple Hills Live Resin Carts – Ontario-grown options like Frozen Bananas, Wedding Pie, and Orangeade.
So Which Should You Choose?
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Choose distillate if you want high THC, consistency, and value.
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Choose live resin if you care about flavour, authenticity, and the entourage effect.
No matter your preference, you’ll find top-tier options at Pepe Cannabis Store — Burlington’s home for live resin and distillate 510 vape carts. Visit us at 892 Brant Street, near Burlington GO Station, and let our team help you find the perfect cart for your vibe.
FAQ: Live Resin vs Distillate Carts
What is the main difference between live resin and distillate carts?
The biggest difference is flavour and composition. Live resin preserves the full terpene and cannabinoid profile of the plant, while distillate focuses on high THC content with fewer supporting compounds.
Are live resin carts stronger than distillate carts?
Not necessarily. Distillate often has a higher THC percentage, but live resin can feel stronger for some because of the entourage effect from terpenes and minor cannabinoids.
Do live resin carts taste better than distillate?
Yes, most enthusiasts find live resin tastes better since it captures the natural flavour of the original strain. Distillate can taste neutral unless terpenes are added back.
Which carts last longer, live resin or distillate?
They’ll last about the same in terms of number of puffs, depending on size and usage. However, live resin effects can sometimes feel more sustained due to the fuller spectrum of cannabinoids.
Where can I buy live resin and distillate carts in Burlington?
You can find a wide selection of both at Pepe Cannabis Store, 892 Brant Street, Burlington — your friendly neighbourhood dispensary near Burlington GO Station.
