Introduction

Rolling a blunt is an art form that any cannabis smoker should master. Blunts are extremely popular due to the size and potency of the hits, compared to joints or pipes. There’s also something special about rolling a blunt. It might not be something you do every day, but special occasions can be made even better with a great blunt to share with your loved ones. You might think that rolling a blunt is a skill you learn after years of smoking marijuana, but it’s not as difficult as it sounds. In fact, it could easily be the life of your next party. So get ready to impress your friends with your newly acquired blunt-rolling skills.

Why A Blunt

Smoking is a popular method of consuming marijuana, and there are many pros to it over other methods. Bongs and pipes are more convenient, but they can be expensive and require a lot of maintenance. Vapes and concentrates are also expensive, but many smokers find the concentrates too strong. It’s important to know your limits so you can enjoy the experience.

Edibles are a popular choice among cannabis users because they are often more pleasant to consume than smoking. However, the THC levels in edibles can be less predictable than smoking marijuana flower. If you want to consume edibles, it is best to purchase them from a reputable dispensary.

Smoking cannabis directly (i.e. without tobacco) is generally considered healthier than smoking a spliff (a joint or shell with a combination of marijuana and tobacco). One option for doing this is to smoke a joint, which is simply cannabis buds wrapped in cigarette paper. Thanks for considering this healthier option!

So, why opt for a blunt instead of a joint? Blunts can actually contain more cannabis than six joints, making them more potent. If you’re looking to get a strong effect, smoking a blunt is the way to go. Additionally, blunts often have a small amount of tobacco which can give you a slight buzz.

Choosing Your Weed

The most important thing you need when rolling a blunt is high-quality cannabis. Make sure to buy your weed from a dispensary you trust, so that you can get a wide variety of strains. Indica strains are ideal for relaxing nights with friends, while sativas are better if you plan on staying up late or going out. Hybrid strains offer the best of both worlds. Shopping at a dispensary that offers a variety pack lets you try all types of cannabis buds and find the perfect one for you.

Rolling the Perfect Blunt

All you need for this activity are a cigar or cigarillo, a sharp blade, and an optional paper filter. You can find pre-flavoured cigarillos to enhance the taste of your product and in which case you wont need to have a sharp blade as these are typical wraps made specifically for weed. If you need something to smoke with a large group, cigars are a better choice because they’re bigger than cigarillos. 

To prepare your blunt, start by cutting a clean, straight line along the length of the cigar with a sharp blade. Remove the tobacco from the leaf. For best results, grind the cannabis to a fine, fluffy consistency. This allows more of the flower to come into contact with heat, resulting in a stronger hit. Place the ground cannabis evenly on the cigar sheet, filling the entire space so the shell is firm once rolled. If using a filter, place it on one end of the blunt shell.

Here’s a quick and easy guide to rolling a perfect blunt every time. First, hold the leaf with both hands and use your thumbs to roll the end closest to you over the cannabis. You should see the blunt shell cylinder beginning to form. Next, lick the opposite edge of the sheet to give it an adhesive quality. Finally, carefully roll the leaf between your fingers, making sure to apply the sticky edge over the other side. It may be necessary to close the blunt one section at a time, especially if it is a larger section.

Once your blunt is all rolled up, the last step is to seal it and make it smoke-ready. This is easy. Hold the blunt force over the flame of a lighter, being careful not to burn it. Run the flame over the seam you just created. This will dry the foil and help it burn smoothly. Some choose to microwave their shells for a few seconds to achieve a similar effect, but using a lighter works just fine. Now you have a wonderful punch to enjoy during some relaxing time alone or to share with your friends!

Conclusion

If you don’t usually smoke blunts, you might be rolled one up for a special occasion. If that’s the case, you might want to add something extra to take your cigarette to the next level. You can do this by mixing different forms of higher potency cannabis in your blunt. Many people use the kief, the tiny crystals that accumulate at the bottom of their grinder, or hash, blocks of pressed cannabis resin, to intensify their blunt. Both of these concentrates contain high amounts of THC that will make your blunt more potent. Simply sprinkle the concentrate over the ground cannabis on your blunt leaf and roll it up as you normally would. It’s sure to impress when you bring such a strong force to your next party. What really makes a blunt special is sharing it with those you love. Regardless if you choose to consume your cannabis via smoking herb wrapped in a blunt, eating some delicious edibles, or casual hitting the pen. All are great ways to enhance the moment, creating lasting memories.