──── Primo AK · South Anchorage
Cannabis Concentrates in Anchorage, From Sugar Wax to Live Rosin, Priced by the Gram
Wax, shatter, sugar, rosin: the world of cannabis concentrates has its own language, and Primo speaks it fluently. Our South Anchorage shop stocks licensed Alaska extracts across every texture and price tier, with per-gram prices you can compare and budtenders who'll help whether you've dabbed for years or never tried it. Open daily until 11:50 PM.
- Licensed and lab-tested. Every concentrate we sell comes from a licensed Alaska manufacturer and passes state-required lab testing.
- Compare by the gram. Our menu shows per-gram pricing, so a half-gram jar and a 3.5-gram jar are easy to compare.
- Beginner-friendly help. No rig? No problem. We'll show you simpler ways to start, and we never push more than you want.
- 4.3 ★ from 85 Google reviews
- 5+ years serving Anchorage
- AK License #24383
- Family owned & operated
──── Licensed. Local. Helpful.
Why Anchorage Chooses Primo for Concentrates
A concentrate-first shop from day one.
When Primo opened in 2021, Leaf Magazine reported that our owner personally samples every concentrate before it earns a spot on the shelf.
Every texture, one counter.
Sugar, wax, shatter, rosin, kief, and more, from everyday value jars to top-tier solventless.
Open late, every day.
Doors open at 10 AM and we're here until 11:50 PM, seven days a week.
Want to know what just came in? Call (907) 336-BUDS. We'll tell you what's worth trying.
Cannabis Concentrates
What Are Cannabis Concentrates, and Who Are They For?
Cannabis concentrates are products made by separating the plant's cannabinoids and terpenes from the rest of the plant material, which leaves something far more potent than flower. They're sold by the gram in textures like shatter, wax, budder, sugar, diamonds, sauce, and rosin, plus traditional forms like kief and hash. Most are vaporized on a dab rig or dab pen, and some are sprinkled on a bowl or joint.
How much stronger? Concentrates commonly test anywhere from about 40% to over 90% THC, compared with roughly 20% for high-grade flower. That makes them a favorite of experienced consumers who want flavor and efficiency. New to them? Start with a very small amount, go slow, and ask a budtender first. You must be 21 or older with a valid government ID to buy, including visitors.
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How Buying Concentrates at Primo Works
Buying concentrates at Primo is a quick walk-in visit, and the most useful part is a short chat about how you plan to use them.
Check the live menu.
See today's concentrates and per-gram prices on our shop page. Alaska batches are small, and standout jars sell through.
Bring your 21+ ID.
Alaska law requires every licensed store to check a valid government-issued photo ID at the door.
Tell us how you consume.
Rig, e-rig, dab pen, or bowl topper? Flavor-first or value-first? Your answers point us to the right texture and tier.
Compare per gram and check out.
We'll help you weigh a single gram against a bigger jar.
Store it right.
Keep concentrates in an airtight, opaque container somewhere cool, dark, and dry to protect flavor and texture.
Not sure which texture fits you? Call (907) 336-BUDS and a budtender will walk you through it.
Cannabis Concentrates
How Much Do Cannabis Concentrates Cost in Anchorage?
In Anchorage, a gram of cannabis concentrate commonly costs about $33 to $70 depending on the texture and extraction method, based on local dispensary menus and deals, before the city's 5% marijuana sales tax. Butane-extracted textures like sugar and wax usually sit at the lower end, while solventless rosin sits at the top.
For national context, a 2026 analysis of U.S. dispensary menus by Mr. Rosin found rosin typically costs about $30 to $65 per gram, averaging near $47. Alaska prices often run higher than other states, partly because of the state's $50-per-ounce cultivation tax on the plant material that goes into extracts.
What moves the price:
Extraction method.
Solvent-based (BHO) textures are the most affordable; live resin costs more; solventless rosin costs the most.
Fresh-frozen vs. cured.
“Live” products start from fresh-frozen plants, which adds cost.
Jar size.
Bigger jars usually lower the price per gram.
Maker and batch.
Small Alaska producers run limited batches, and standout pressings carry a premium.
The easy way to compare: divide the price by the grams. A $30 half-gram jar is $60 per gram, more than a $45 full gram, even though the sticker looks lower. Want today's prices? Call (907) 336-BUDS.
How much concentrate can I buy at once?
Under Alaska regulation 3 AAC 306.355, a retail store can sell one person up to 7 grams of marijuana concentrate per day. It's a hard limit we're required to follow.
Cannabis Concentrates
Shatter vs. Wax vs. Sugar vs. Rosin: Which Texture Is Right for You?
Concentrate textures come from how an extract is made and handled afterward, and each one handles, tastes, and costs a little differently. Here's a fair side-by-side comparison.
| Compare | Shatter | Wax / Budder | Sugar / Diamonds | Rosin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Glassy, brittle sheet | Soft, whipped, scoopable | Grainy sugar or crystalline chunks | Solventless oil pressed with heat and pressure |
| How it's made | Usually butane, left undisturbed | Usually butane, whipped | Usually butane, crystallized | No solvents |
| Handling | Snaps into pieces | Easiest to scoop | Scoop or pick up crystals | Sticky; a tool helps |
| Typical price | Lower | Low to mid | Mid | Highest |
| Best for | Classic dabbers | Easy handling | Potency seekers | Flavor purists |
Cured Rosin vs. Live Rosin vs. Live Resin: What's the Difference?
Rosin and resin sound alike but are made very differently, and the difference shows up in price and flavor.
- Cured rosin is pressed from dried, cured cannabis or hash using only heat and pressure. It's solventless and usually costs less than live rosin.
- Live rosin is pressed from fresh-frozen material, typically ice-water hash, with no solvents. It usually sits at the top of the price range.
- Live resin also starts with fresh-frozen plants but is extracted with a solvent, which keeps plenty of flavor at a lower cost than live rosin.
Honest tip: a "live" label adds real production cost, but not unlimited cost. If a live product is priced far above the cured version of the same strain, ask why before you pay the premium.
New to Concentrates? You Don't Need a Rig to Start
Concentrates can be enjoyed without a dab rig or torch, and a few simple options make a comfortable first step.
- Top a bowl or joint. A small pinch of kief or wax on flower is one of the gentlest introductions.
- Try a dab pen. A portable, battery-powered device that vaporizes a small amount of concentrate.
- Start with a cart. Prefilled vape carts are the easiest way into extracts.
- Go slow. Concentrates are strong. Use a very small amount, wait, and ask a budtender if you're unsure.
Ready for a rig? Ask our budtenders about temperatures and technique, and you'll find rigs, bangers, and dab tools among our in-store accessories.
Storing Concentrates
Store concentrates in an airtight glass or silicone container, away from heat, light, and moisture. Warmth can change the texture, and light and air slowly fade flavor, so a cool, dark drawer beats a sunny windowsill.
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Every Concentrate We Carry
Our concentrate lineup covers solvent-based and solventless extracts at every price tier, the range you'd expect from a cannabis dispensary that takes extracts seriously.
Shatter, Wax & Budder
Shatter, wax, and budder are classic butane-extracted textures: shatter sets glassy, while wax and budder are whipped soft for easy scooping. They're typically the most affordable way into concentrates.
Sugar & Diamonds
Sugar and diamonds are crystallized concentrates known for very high THC and a sandy or gem-like texture, popular with experienced dabbers. Bigger jars bring the per-gram price down.
Live Resin
Live resin is extracted from fresh-frozen plants with a solvent, which preserves more of each strain's natural aroma than cured extracts. It's a flavor-forward pick at a fair price.
Cured & Live Rosin
Rosin is a solventless concentrate pressed with only heat and pressure; cured rosin starts from dried material, and live rosin starts fresh-frozen. It's the top tier for flavor purists.
Kief & Hash
Kief is the fine trichome dust sifted from cannabis, and hash is kief pressed or processed into a solid. Both are old-school ways to add potency to a bowl or joint.
Dabbing Guide
Dabbing means vaporizing a small amount of concentrate on a heated surface, using a rig or e-rig. Rosin, for example, is often dabbed at lower temperatures to protect flavor.
The Full Vape & Concentrate Aisle
Want to browse carts and concentrates together? Our vape and concentrate category page shows the whole aisle at a glance.
──── Why Primo
Why Choose Primo for Cannabis Concentrates?
Primo is a locally owned South Anchorage shop with concentrates at the heart of its story, and here's how we answer the concerns people bring to the counter.
“Concentrates seem too strong for me.”
They are strong, which is exactly why we start people small. A pinch on a bowl or a cart is an easy first step, and we'll never push more than you want.
“Why is rosin so expensive?”
Solventless pressing and fresh-freezing cost more to produce. We'll show you the per-gram math, point out value jars, and tell you honestly when a cheaper texture will do the job.
“Are solvent-based extracts okay to use?”
Every concentrate we sell comes from a licensed Alaska manufacturer and passes state-required lab testing. If you'd rather avoid solvents entirely, rosin and kief are solventless options.
“How do I know the THC number is real?”
Every licensed product carries a lab-tested label. Alaska lab results can vary from lab to lab, so we also go by maker track record, texture, and aroma.
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What Anchorage Customers Say About Primo AK
4.3
Google rating from 85 reviews
──── Service area
Serving South
Anchorage and the
Greater Anchorage Area
Primo AK proudly serves cannabis customers across Anchorage from our home base on the Old Seward Highway in South Anchorage. Neighbors in Bayshore, Klatt, Oceanview, Huffman, O'Malley, Goldenview, and Rabbit Creek are just minutes away, and shoppers on the Hillside and around Abbott Loop and Campbell Park find us an easy stop on the way home. We also welcome regulars from Sand Lake and Turnagain to the west, Midtown and the University Area to the north, and Airport Heights beyond. Whether you are heading home past Potter Marsh, spending the day at Far North Bicentennial Park, or driving down from Downtown or the Dimond district, Primo AK is your convenient, order-ahead dispensary on the south side of town.
- Old Seward Highway
- Bayshore
- Klatt
- Oceanview
- Huffman
- O'Malley
- Goldenview
- Rabbit Creek
- Hillside
- Abbott Loop
- Campbell Park
- Sand Lake
- Turnagain
- Midtown
- University Area
- Airport Heights
- Downtown
- Dimond
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do concentrates cost in Anchorage?
In Anchorage, a gram of cannabis concentrate commonly costs about $33 to $70 depending on the texture and extraction method, before the 5% marijuana sales tax. Call Primo at (907) 336-BUDS for today's prices.
What's the difference between shatter and wax?
Both are usually made with butane. Shatter is left undisturbed so it sets hard and glassy, while wax is whipped into a soft, easy-to-scoop texture.
What's the difference between live resin and live rosin?
Both start with fresh-frozen cannabis. Live resin is extracted with a solvent, while live rosin is pressed using only heat and pressure and usually costs more.
What's the difference between cured rosin and live rosin?
Cured rosin is pressed from dried, cured material, while live rosin is pressed from fresh-frozen material, typically ice-water hash, and usually costs more.
How much does rosin cost?
A 2026 analysis of U.S. dispensary menus found rosin typically costs about $30 to $65 per gram, averaging near $47. Alaska prices often run higher than the national average.
How strong are cannabis concentrates?
Concentrates commonly test anywhere from about 40% to over 90% THC, compared with roughly 20% for high-grade flower, so newcomers should start with a very small amount.
Do I need a dab rig to use concentrates?
No. You can sprinkle a small amount on a bowl or joint, use a dab pen, or start with a prefilled vape cart. A rig simply offers more control over temperature and flavor.
How much concentrate can I buy in Alaska per day?
Under Alaska regulation 3 AAC 306.355, a licensed retail store can sell one person up to 7 grams of marijuana concentrate per day.
How should I store concentrates?
Keep concentrates in an airtight glass or silicone container in a cool, dark, dry place. Heat can change the texture, and light and air slowly fade flavor.
What is kief?
Kief is the fine, sandy trichome dust sifted from cannabis flower. It's often sprinkled on a bowl or joint, or pressed into hash.
Order Ahead and Skip the Line at Primo AK
Open late tonight until 11:50 PM — order online now and your cart will be ready for pickup in minutes.
Call: (907) 336-BUDS
Visit: 12870 Old Seward Highway, Suite 105, Anchorage, AK 99515
Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM – 11:50 PM
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Explore Every Category at Primo AK
Cannabis Flower in Anchorage
Primo AK stocks one of South Anchorage's broadest selections of cannabis flower, from budget-friendly grams at $6 to top-shelf eighths at a flat $40. Choose from indica, sativa, and hybrid strains, each labeled with THC potency and terpene notes so you can match effect to occasion. Whether you want a relaxed indica for the evening or an energizing sativa before exploring Far North Bicentennial Park, our budtenders help you pick with confidence. Every batch is lab-tested with a Certificate of Analysis available on request, and what you read on our flower page is exactly what you find on the shelf on Old Seward Highway.
Pre-Rolls in Anchorage
Skip the grinding and go straight to the good part with Primo AK's pre-rolls and infused pre-rolls. Classic half-gram joints start at just $5, while high-potency infused pre-rolls from brands like Arctic Heater test well above 30% THC for a stronger experience. Every pre-roll lists its strain, type, and potency, so first-timers and seasoned smokers near Dimond and Bayshore alike know exactly what they are getting. They are the easiest, most portable way to enjoy quality Alaska flower — grab a single to try something new or stock up on your favorites next time you visit our South Anchorage store.
Cannabis Cartridges in Anchorage
For clean, convenient sessions, Primo AK carries a deep lineup of 510-thread vape cartridges and all-in-one disposables. Brands like Arctic Honey fill our cases with BDT, CDT, and live-resin carts, many testing around 80% THC, priced from $25 up to $66 for premium disposables. From bright sativa flavors to heavy indica strains, each cartridge lists its potency and profile so you can choose with confidence near Old Seward and Dimond. New to vaping? Our team will match the right cartridge to a compatible battery from our accessories wall so you leave ready to go, with everything working together.
Cannabis Concentrates in Anchorage
Experienced users will find Anchorage's concentrate connoisseurs well served at Primo AK, with live rosin, cured rosin, BHO, sugar wax, sugar crystal, distillate syringes, and kief. Potency runs high — many extracts test from the 60% to 90% THC range — and prices stay honest, from $16 single grams up to $140 baller jars. Our budtenders near Oceanview and Klatt can walk you through the difference between a solventless live rosin and a BHO sugar wax so you get the flavor and strength you want. Read our concentrates page to compare options, then visit to pick up your favorites.
THC Edibles in Anchorage
Primo AK's edible selection makes smoke-free dosing easy and precise, with gummies, chocolates, hard candies, RSO cannacaps, baked goods, and infused beverages from Anchorage-made brands. Most products are portioned at 100 mg total THC across ten doses, so you can start low and go slow — a great fit for first-timers and anyone in Bayshore or Oceanview who prefers a discreet option. Prices run $16 to $40, and every item lists its milligram potency clearly. Ask a budtender about onset times and dosing, or read our edibles page for a beginner's guide before you visit.
Smoke Accessories in Anchorage
Round out your visit with everything you need from Primo AK's accessories selection: rolling papers and cones, grinders, glass pipes and bongs, bowls and downstems, wax pens, 510 batteries, dab tools, and odor-proof storage. We carry trusted brands like Zig-Zag, RAW, Lookah, and Vuber at fair prices, from $1 screens to full e-rig kits around $50. It is the convenient one-stop option for South Anchorage — pair your flower, a cartridge, and the hardware to enjoy them in a single trip to Old Seward Highway. Not sure which battery fits your cart? Our team will match it for you.