Attention All Shipping wrote:Tried a soxhlet extraction with ethanol, but with no success. There was just no drainage of liquid through the cactus powder (pre-wetted) and it got clogged.
How do you guys ensure good drainage & functioning soxhlet with cactus powder?
I know the method seems neat, but it's really a waste of time. my approach with a pressure cooker is far more effective, and requires an hour tops. the soxhlet is better suited for making tinctures; i.e. kratom and salvia extracts.
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