Drying racks are great. Cut the bud off the stem so they are all separated, leave some distance between each bud and ensure you have air circulation.
Once the outsides are completely dry but the inside of the buds have a small amount of moisture then start the cure in glass jars.
I like to fill the jars 3/4 or 2/3 full and leave the jar open for 24 hours and then leave the jar open for 12 hours the next day or so then only open the jars once or twice a day.
Its amazing how smooth and nice the smoke is. Flavours like crazy and not harsh at all.