Joint, Blunt, Spliff -What's the difference?
When it comes to consuming cannabis flower, you have some options - a joint, blunt, or spliff. Depending on how you roll, these three terms are referenced when people talk about smoking cannabis.
It’s important to note that terms may differ from country to country, so it helps to know the basics and always ask before you take a toke!
What is a Joint?
Simply put, a joint is a rolled cigarette that contains cannabis. It can be hand-rolled or pre-rolled, and is usually narrower than a blunt.
One of our best-selling pre-rolled joints is the Pacific Reserve .7g pre-roll.These pre-rolls come in a variety of strains and are perfect for an individual smoke session or for sharing with friends (in pre-COVID days, that is).
Tips for Rolling a Joint
Learning how to roll a joint is essential to cannabis culture! Consider these helpful tips for how to roll a joint:
Finely grind up your cannabis flower for an even smoke. Many people use grinders for this, but scissors or your fingers work too!
Add a tip/filter to your joint for optimal airflow. Not only does this help the joint burn better but easier to hold. Some also call this part of the joint the “crutch.”
When it comes time to roll your joint - remember to tuck, lick, and seal!
What is a Blunt?
A blunt is similar to a joint, but often larger and rolled using a cigar wrap.
While most cigar wraps are usually made from tobacco, more companies are making wraps out of hemp products, like the brand El Blunto.
Tips for Rolling a Blunt
Thanks to the latest and most innovative cannabis products and accessories, there’s plenty of options when it comes to smoking blunts. Here’s a few trips to keep in mind about how to roll a blunt:
Unless you have a hemp blunt wrapper, many cigar wrappers come with tobacco already rolled inside. Empty and clean out the ground tobacco from the blunt wrapper.
Blunt wrappers are often dry and crisp. It’s helpful to lightly wet the edge of your blunt wrapper for better rolling flexibility.
Finely grind up your cannabis flower and evenly load it up onto the blunt wrapper. Tuck, lick, seal, light up and enjoy!
What is a Spliff?
A spliff is like a joint in how it uses rolling papers, and usually contains a ratio of loose tobacco and cannabis.
Our favorite flower for spliffs is Coastal Sun Banjo, which is a great daytime strain to enhance mood and help with daily aches and pains.
Tips for Rolling a Spliff
Based on the effects you’re after, you can customize the ratio of cannabis and tobacco you want in your spliff.
Like joints, a tip or filter in the spliff usually helps with good airflow and stability when smoking.
Roll Your Own or Shop Pre-Rolls at Santa Cruz Naturals
Whether you prefer a joint, blunt, or a spliff, learning the difference helps you become a better conscious consumer.
At Santa Cruz Naturals dispensary, we offer a wide selection of the finest cannabis flower to roll into a joint, blunt, or spliff for the ultimate smoke sesh!
Want something ready to smoke? Check out our dispensary menu to view our favorite cannabis pre-rolls available!