How To Roll A Joint In 7 Simple Steps?

Learn to Master How To Roll A Joint With This Beginners Guide From Our Dispensary

While there’re many ways to consume cannabis, most weed enthusiasts agree that rolling a joint is one of the greatest ways to enjoy the flavour of your favourite cannabis strain. 

Therefore, every weed smoker should know how to roll a joint.

Learning how to roll a joint not only allows you to control the quality of your weed but also gives you a chance to customize your smoking experience. 

If you’re wondering how to roll a joint, this guide is meant for you. We’ll take you through the step-by-step process of rolling a joint. 

We’ll discuss the components of a perfect joint, including filters, rolling papers, and of course, weed flower. We’ll then give you the steps and tips you should follow when learning how to roll a joint. 

Let’s get started!

Understanding The Basics

Before we delve deeper on how to roll a joint, it’s important to understand the basic components involved. To roll a perfect joint, you’ll need the following key elements:

Rolling Papers & Other Materials

Rolling papers are thin, lightweight papers designed specifically for rolling joints. 

Rolling papers come in different flavours, sizes, and materials. 

When it comes to size, 1¼ papers are considered the standard for joints because they are easy to roll and can fit a filter or crutch. These papers are typically 1¼ inches wide and 3 inches long.

Other common sizes of rolling papers include:

• Single wides: Smaller than 1¼ papers, often used as the standard for cigarette rolling.
• 1½ papers: Wider than 1¼ papers, hence allowing for slightly fatter joints.
• King-size papers: As the name suggests, these are the “king” of all rolling papers. They are wider and longer than the above papers and are usually used for longer smoking sessions.

It’s important to pick the right size depending on your preference as well as your experience. 

Most beginners find it easy to learn how to roll a joint using larger rolling papers, while the experts may prefer smaller, thinner papers for a more concentrated smoking session. 

When learning how to roll a joint, you must also consider the material used to make the rolling paper. 

Each material offers a unique smoking experience and burn rate, so it’s important to understand the different materials and their characteristics. 

Here’re the most common materials used to roll a joint:

• Hemp: Made from natural hemp fibres. Hemp rolling papers are generally thin and offer a slow, even burn rate.
• Wood pulp: Wood rolling papers are generally thicker and burn faster than rice or hemp papers. While they are cheap and easily available, some users find them unsuitable because they tend to alter with the natural flavour of cannabis.
• Rice: Rice rolling papers are often thin and translucent. Just like hemp rolling papers, they offer a slow, even burn, producing a clean taste.

Another factor that you must consider when picking the best rolling paper is the flavour.  Rolling papers can come in a wide range of flavours, including, cherry, strawberry, chocolate mint, or even coffee.

While these flavours are meant to enhance your smoking experience, it’s important to note that some of the flavoured rolling papers may contain additives or chemicals that may be harmful to your health.

If you’re like most weed enthusiasts who prefer to experience the natural taste and flavour of weed in their mouth, you should go for the unflavoured rolling papers. 

Quality Cannabis From Our Weed Dispensary

It goes without saying that the quality of your weed plays a major role in the overall smoking experience. 

When looking to buy weed online in Thailand or Bangkok, always go for well-cured, dry cannabis buds. Don’t go for excessively moist or sticky buds, as this can complicate the rolling process. 

You should also consider the potency of your cannabis. If you have a low tolerance or are very new to using cannabis, opt for low-THC cannabis. 

You should also determine the amount of weed to use in your joint. 

Remember, too little flower may result in a loose and uneven burn. On the other hand, packing too much weed in a joint may result in a tight, hard-to-smoke joint. 

If you’re new to cannabis or joint rolling, we recommend starting with a small amount of flower. Most people find a ½ gram of weed a good place to start as it fits well in the standard 1 ¼ rolling paper. 

Filters

Also known as crutches, filters are not mandatory when rolling a weed joint, but they can greatly improve your smoking experience. 

The filter refers to a component added at the end of your joint that you hold and inhale through. 

A joint crutch is typically made using small cardboard. You can also buy a pre-rolled joint from an online weed dispensary near you.

The crutch, which is always inserted at one end of the joint before rolling, serves several purposes, including:

• Offer stability to the joint, helping it maintain its shape. It prevents the joint from collapsing or becoming too loose. 
• Acts as a barrier, preventing bits of plant matter from getting in your mouth as you inhale.
• Helps create a consistent and unrestricted airflow through the joint. This improves the draw, giving you a smoother smoking experience.
• Provides a safe and convenient holding area, allowing you to fully enjoy your joint without burning your lips or fingers. 

How To Roll A Joint; Step-by-step Guide

With the basics taken care of, it’s time for the meat of the article, how to roll a joint. 

Step 1: Grind Your Cannabis

Buy quality cannabis flower from the best online shop in Bangkok and Thailand. Using your grinder, grind down the buds into a shake. 

Grinding cannabis flower is a very important step when learning how to roll a joint, as ground weed is easier to roll and ensures that the joint burns evenly on all sides.

If you don’t have a grinder, you can use your hands or scissors to break down the nugs.

Once you’ve broken down the flower to the ideal size, usually to the size of a grain of rice (although some people prefer smaller or larger bits of flower), you can proceed to the next step.

Step 2: Place The Crutch On One End of Your Rolling Paper

You can either buy pre-rolled joint filters or make one at home. 

To roll a filter for a joint at home, you can use easily available materials such as business cards, rolling paper packs, or just thin pieces of cardboard.

To make the filter, cut a small strip from the cardboard or paper, then fold the strip in a zigzag or accordion-style pattern. Start by folding a small section of the paper at the end, flip it over, then fold it in the opposite direction.

Repeat this process until you reach the other end of the strip. You can then use an adhesive or tape to secure the ends of the strip together. 

Once you’ve made the filter, place it on one end of the rolling paper. 

Step 3: Sprinkle The Ground Weed In The Rolling Paper

Place the ground cannabis evenly along the length of the rolling paper. Start by placing the ground weed at one end of the paper, leaving some space for tucking and sealing later.

Step 4: Shape & Distribute The Weed

Using your fingers, distribute the weed evenly along the paper. Shape it to form a nice, even tube. 

Ensure that the layer of weed is uniform without gaps or clumps. Be careful to avoid under-packing or over-packing the joint.

Step 5: Roll The Joint

Once you’ve shaped your joint, use your fingers to roll it. Starting from the end where the weed is closest, roll the joint paper towards the opposite end.

 Apply gentle pressure to pack the cannabis as you roll the joint. 

Step 6: Seal & Pack

To seal the joint, hold it with one end, ensuring that the open end is facing upward and the adhesive strip is exposed. 

If you wish, you can moisten the adhesive strip with just a little bit of saliva. Using your fingers, press the adhesive strip onto the rest of the paper, starting from one end of the joint, and moving towards the other.

Use a pen or a small stick to pack the open end of your joint, this helps keep the ground cannabis consistent throughout the joint, promoting an even burn. 

You can then seal the open end of the joint paper by twisting it using your fingers. 

Step 7: Enjoy Your Joint!

To enjoy your joint, place the crutch into your mouth, then light the other end (the one you just twisted). Take a few hits, and start meditating, or whatever is it that you do when high!

Roll Your Joint At Home Like A Pro!

There it is! You just learned how to roll a joint at home. 

Start by buying quality weed flower from the best online shop in Thailand or visit The Hightimes Thailand retail cannabis dispensary at 764/3 Sukhumvit Road, Klongton, Klongtoei, Bangkok 10110. You can also contact us at 01-60023444 to place your order or ask any questions.

We sell our flowers at the lowest prices in Thailand with some of our strains going for up to 50% less than other dispensaries in Thailand.

Once you have bought your flower, grind it, then use our tips above to make the filter for the joint, sprinkle and distribute cannabis evenly in the rolling paper, seal it, pack it up, and enjoy.

The next time someone asks you how to roll a joint, you already know what to tell them!