Types of Weed Joints
The intensity of marijuana’s effects varies with strain, preparation, and consumption methods. Remember that your metabolism and frequency of use will determine how marijuana affects you. In this article, we will discuss the different types of weed joints, their features, pros and cons, rolling tips, and the difference between spliff vs joint vs blunt!
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5 Types of Weed Joints
There are several common types of weed joints, each offering a unique smoking experience, so as a consumer, you can choose what you prefer.
The classic joint is a straightforward roll with cannabis, ideal for quick smoke. Cone joints burn slowly and offer a smoother experience. Pinner joints are thinner, perfect for smoking them alone. Blunts, on the other hand, are rolled with tobacco leaf or cigar wraps, providing a potent, long-lasting smoke with a mix of cannabis and nicotine. Finally, spliffs combine cannabis and tobacco in a rolling paper, offering a balanced high.
Although there are different types of joints, they have the same basic components. Those include rolling paper, usually made from hemp, rice, or flax, which holds the cannabis and gives the joint its shape. It also acts as a funnel to direct the smoke from the burning tip to the consumer’s mouth.
Cannabis is the main ingredient, and its quality impacts the smoking experience. Filter tips (also called crutches) prevent the cannabis from falling out, provide structure, and also prevent burning plant material from being inhaled. Rolling tools like a grinder and rolling tray simplify the preparation process, ensuring even burning and a smoother smoking experience.
1. Classic joint
A classic joint is the most straightforward and widely recognized form of cannabis consumption. It is usually made from ground cannabis rolled into a thin paper made out of wood pulp, rice, or hemp. This joint type is cylindrical with equal thickness from one end to another, and it is often sealed by twisting one end of the paper.
The classic joint is usually small and portable, often around the size of a cigarette. It only contains cannabis, and it burns evenly. Yet, you can sprinkle some kief and have an elevated smoking experience with kief covered joints.
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Pros
Portable – Easy to carry and smoke anywhere
Simple to roll – Rolling a joint becomes quick and easy with practice
No tools required – Unlike bongs or pipes, a joint requires only rolling papers and cannabis
Even high – Smoking a joint provides a more balanced high compared to other methods
Cons
Short duration – Joints burn out relatively quickly, so they might not be ideal if you want to have a longer smoking session
Health concerns – Smoking, in general, can irritate the lungs, and it can release harmful chemicals
Rolling tips
Gently roll the paper back and forth to shape the joint, tuck the edge, and seal it with a lick.
2. Cone joint
A cone joint is a cannabis joint rolled in a cone shape with a wider tip at the smoking end. Smoking a cone joint does not require modern concentrates or expensive glass pieces like other cannabis smoking ways. All it requires are rolling papers, a filter for the tip, and weed. So, if you are after a simple way of smoking a joint, the cone joint is for you.
When it comes to the characteristics, the cone joint is wider at one end, burns slower, and more evenly.
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Pros
Larger capacity – It holds more cannabis than the classic joint
Even burn – The conical shape promotes a smooth, consistent burn
Cons
More challenging rolling – Compared to the classic joint, beginners may struggle to roll a cone joint
Rolling tips
Use a cone-shaped rolling paper and fill it slowly. Twist the narrow end tightly.
3. Pinner joint
The pinner joint’s name comes from its similarity with sewing pins. This is a small, thin joint, often mocked for its size and small amount of marijuana. This joint is ideal for those who want a small amount of weed.
Due to its size, it has a shorter burn time, and it is discreet and easy to carry.
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Pros
Economical – It uses less cannabis, making it cost-effective
Discreet – Since the pinner joint is smaller than regular joints, it is easy to smoke it discreetly
Cons
Potency – Less cannabis means less potent effects
Rolling tips
Use a small amount of finely ground cannabis and a smaller rolling paper. Roll it tightly for an even burn.
4. Blunt
A blunt is a marijuana cigar with a hole filled with cannabis and rolled using tobacco leaf wrappers. It is larger and thicker than joints and holds more cannabis, providing longer burn.
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Pros
Social – The larger size is ideal for sharing
Flavor – Tobacco wrapper adds a distinct taste
Cons
Health risks – Increased exposure to harmful chemicals from tobacco
Strong odor – This makes your smoking session more noticeable
Rolling tips
Empty a cigar or use blunt wraps and lightly moisten the wrap for easier handling.
Use a moderate amount of cannabis, and spread evenly.
5. Spliff
A spliff is a joint type that combines both cannabis and tobacco in the rolling paper. It is similar in size to a joint but often slightly larger due to the tobacco. Along with the effects of cannabis, you can also feel the nicotine. It burns slower than a pure cannabis joint because of the tobacco. The popular Jamaican spliff is related to the cannabis culture and is the traditional way of rolling cannabis in Jamaica.
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Pros
Economical – A spliff is an economical option because it mixes cannabis with tobacco
Smooth burn – Tobacco helps the spliff burn more evenly
Cons
Nicotine dependency – This may contribute to nicotine addiction
Health risks – Increased exposure to harmful chemicals from tobacco
Rolling tips
We advise you to adjust the ratio of cannabis/tobacco as you prefer.
Consider adding a filter for a smoother smoking experience.
Special Joints
Other types of weed joints include cross, twax, tulip, inside-out joint, etc. The cross joint is a joint rolled in a cross shape, crossing two joints. A twax joint, on the other hand, is a joint with cannabis concentrate, either inside the joint or outside.
Interestingly, the tulip joint is made in the Dutch style, where a large amount of cannabis is placed into a bulb-shaped paper at the end of a regular joint. Finally, the inside-out joint is rolled with the paper inside-out.
Conclusion
There are various types of weed joints, both common and special.The common types include the regular classic joint, the cone, and pinner joint. Blunt and spliffs are also popular methods of cannabis consumption. Among the special types, there are joints like the cross, twax, tulip, and inside-out.
We recommend that you learn about each type of weed joint and their features and pros and cons to find the one that suits you best.
