The Basics of Rolling Papers

The basics of rolling papers are as simple as 1, 2, or 3: wood fiber, hemp or rice paper. When it comes to materials that make rolling papers there is no superior kind, it comes down to personal preference and often the experience the smoker is seeking.  Some of the factors to consider for type of rolling paper are environmental impact, ease of rolling, taste, and burn rate.

Wood pulp papers are the most common and traditional, and the same type of paper used for cigarettes or even notepads.  Wood pulp papers are the least environmental or renewable, and can be bleached or natural brown fiber. Wood pulp burn fast and dirty which adds abundance of ash to the smoke; therefore, the taste (and aftertaste) is the most noticeable and undesirable in comparison to the other materials. The ash is increased with the processing of the paper (white bleached papers have more of a noticeable flavor than natural brown). Wood pulp papers are therefore the least healthy from a personal health perspective, as the smoke is the most contaminated and ashy.  However, for beginners these papers are arguably the easiest papers to roll, and certainly some of the most available options.  


Hemp papers are made typically from 100% hemp fibers and are primarily unbleached.  Hemp papers are generally thicker than wood fiber and have a more texturized feel. The texture of hemp papers makes then relatively easy to roll and grip. The burn rate of hemp papers is, also, slower than wood fiber and stays lit well, which is ideal for sharing. The flavor of hemp papers is noticeable but can be described as sweet and musky, and even desirable.  As an added bonus hemp papers are the most renewable and environmental option.

Rice papers are made with processed rice but can include sugar and additives such as flax.  They are the thinnest papers and have the least texture, making them more difficult to roll.  Rice papers burn slow, and often require re-lighting if not smoked quickly. Rice papers have no noticeable taste, and produce the cleanest smoke.  They allow you to enjoy a pure cannabis flavor not available with the other types of papers.  Environmentally they are renewable and a better option that wood fiber.

When selecting your papers make sure to consider all these factors, and if you need help, hit us up because…. We love weed, do you?






Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Weed Grinders: Why you need one

Image
What is a weed grinder? As the name might indicate, its small device that shreds or chops up cannabis efficiently into consistent smooth pieces. There are 2 main types of grinders that perform the same task: manual and electric. Whether hand or motor powered, weed grinders make life easier for the user. Weed grinders save sweaty, clumsy and fumbling hands from the smell of flower, and do a far better and faster job than anyone could without one. Weed grinders will, also, make your tokes more potent and taste better. The fine consistency a good grinder produces increases overall surface area of the weed that is in contact on ignition producing more flavor and potency. By producing more potent hits and by preventing lost flower and holding the grounds, a great grinder should also save money in the long run.  Beyond all these benefits, one more exists that is by far the most coveted of all cannabis lovers: kief. The best grinders will shred cannabis into a fine consiste...
Read more

Kief: What is it, why you want it, how to get it...

Image
Kief, keef or keif is formed from dried resin producing glands (called trichomes) on the leaves of cannabis plants. It looks like a fine brown powder when collected. Kief is also called crystal or pollen at times because of its appearance. Kief is one of the most sought after cannabis products because it contains a high concentration of THC, the drug that causes euphoric feelings or the notorious marijuana high. This is where it derives its name; the word `kif` is taken from the Arabic word `kayf`meaning well-being or pleasure. Kief is collected with a few methods.  If you have grown and dried cannabis, then it can be collected by rubbing leaves over stainless steel mesh screens or by shaking the branches and holding something under the plant. Larger operations have a special machines designed for processing larger amounts of leaves where they tumble against a rotating silk drum and glands fall off to be collected.The most common way to collect small amount of kief is using a...
Read more

The Science and Sensations of Water Pipes

Image
Cannabis lovers know there is a limitless variety of sensations and flavors that can be experienced. So why should you try a water pipe, aka bong? The simple answer is it produces a unique experience that is smoother, cooler, easier toke than smoking. Many bong users love that it is easier to pack then fill with water, and does not require rolling a joint which can be time consuming and leave your hands smelling.  The odor of smoke from a water pipe is lessened and therefore its more discrete as well. The bong also allows users to get the most out of their cannabis, as one can milk tokes and burn it more efficiently. To understand the full benefit of using a water pipe or bong, you must understand a bit of the chemistry of smoking cannabis.  Burning cannabis produces smoke which contains desirable chemicals such as THC, CBD and other cannabinoids but also nasty by-products such as tar and particulate ash.  When using a bong or water pipe the smoke is bubbled...
Read more