FECO (Full Extract Cannabis Oil): A Complete Guide

Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Living with cancer more often than not means living with some gruelling side effects: pain, nausea, anxiety, insomnia, or appetite loss.

For many people living with cancer, or recovering from it, standard treatment saves lives but doesn’t always soothe every symptom.

And it’s often in these moments that patients begin to ask:

“Is there anything that might help me feel better?”

That question has led many cancer patients to explore cannabis, as a potential therapeutic tool.

That’s where Full Extract Cannabis Oil (FECO) is gaining attention.

FECO contains a concentrated blend of cannabinoids (like THC and CBD), terpenes, and other plant compounds believed to contribute to its therapeutic potential.

Because of its potency and whole-plant profile, many patients are curious about how FECO works, how to use it, and whether it might be worth exploring alongside their care.

FECO contains the very essence of the cannabis plant, it’s typically a dark and viscous liquid that may appear daunting at first. However, you will soon find out why many medical marijuana patients prefer FECO over other marijuana extracts, such as RSO.

Once you have all of these materials it’s time to make your own full extract cannabis oil in five easy steps.

The amount of dried cannabis you’ll need depends on the amount of FECO you intend to make. To get 20 grams of cannabis oil, use 140 grams (5 ounces) of dried flowers and 1.5 liters (0.4 gallons) of Everclear.

Step One: Grind

First, use your blender to grind the cannabis flowers.

Next, pour the ground cannabis into the large/tall mason jar.

You must make sure the ground cannabis doesn’t overflow from the jar. You should always leave a quarter of the jar empty to accommodate the incoming alcohol.

Step Two: Soak

Next, pour the grain alcohol into the jar until all of the cannabis material is submerged. To get the most out of your labor, pour a small amount of alcohol into the blender to remove every last trichome and pour it back into the mason jar.

Use a long-handled spoon and gently stir the mixture for 2-5 minutes.

Once done, cap the jar and store it in the freezer for two hours or a minimum of 45 minutes.

Step Three: Strain

After 2 hours in the freezer remove the large mason jar back to the workbench.

Place the cheesecloth bag over the wide mouth opening of your second mason jar. Slowly pour the alcohol and cannabis mixture into the cheesecloth bag.

Once the bulk of the cannabis mixture drips into the wide-mouth mason jar, use your hands to squeeze out the remaining liquid. Due to the alcohol, we recommend using latex gloves during this process.

Once complete, discard the cannabis plant material and move on to step four.

Step Four: Evaporate

Now, bring out the crockpot and fill it with warm water.

Place the wide-mouth mason jar into the crockpot. The water line should be at the same level as the FECO within the jar. This method is known as the double boiler technique, protecting the FECO from overheating.

Regardless, you must be careful during this step. The cannabis mixture within the mason jar contains alcohol, which is extremely flammable if it comes in contact with fire. Therefore, exercise a multitude of safety measures, such as:

• Adequately ventilate the room
• Have a fire extinguisher nearby
• Do not inhale the fumes

Bring the water to a boil and allow the FECO to cook for 3-4 hours. You must make sure to keep a constant watch on the FECO to ensure everything is going smoothly.

As the alcohol evaporates from the heat the FECO will become thick and viscous like syrup.

After 3-4 hours, the FECO will be dark and thick. Even if you tilt the jar, the FECO within will barely budge.

Step Five: Store

Lastly, it’s time to store your FECO.

Use a long-handled plastic syringe to pull out the FECO and place it into organic and vegan capsules.

Once you fill all your capsules you’re done! All that’s left to do now is consume the capsules and determine the right serving size for your needs.

Remember, FECO contains THC, which provides psychoactive effects. Unless experienced, you should always consume FECO with another individual present.

If it’s your first time consuming FECO begin with a tiny dose and increase the amount as needed after three hours. FECO may take upwards of 1-2-hours to produce effects when eaten or applied topically.