Joint rolling hacks
Have you ever wondered how nice it would be to be able to consistently roll a high-quality joint with ease? We've all been there; we're with a group of friends who want a joint, but no one knows how to roll. Unfortunately, that means sticking with low-quality pre-rolls or paying for cones every time we want a J.
This article will give you the tricks necessary to learn how to roll a high-quality joint.
Joint rolling hacks
- Use a high-quality filter tip for structure and ease.
- With rolling papers, lick the back-side of the sticky gum, or dab instead of swiping.
- Grind up your herbs or break them up evenly.
- Pack and add herb evenly inside after finishing the roll.
- Finish your roll with a Dutch crown instead of a twist.
1. Use a high-quality filter tip
For the best joints and easiest rolls, we recommend using a high-quality filter tip that will make rolling easier for you. Glass tips, unfortunately, make rolling more difficult because they are slippery. The paper does not roll as easily, and they can slide out if the paper isn't tightly rolled up against them.
These reusable filter tips make rolling substantially easier. They are made of high-quality, food-grade silicone that grips the paper while you are rolling, making the tuck and roll much easier. They provide structure to your joints, and they set you up to be able to roll a straight tube or a cone as you please.
2. Lick the back of the sticky part of the rolling paper
I used to have a huge issue with rolling joints. I would create a nice, clean roll, and when I finished licking the sticky gum and sticking it down, the roll would come undone. This was super disheartening to see my rolls fall apart.
I told a friend about this issue, and he mentioned that it was probably because when I licked the paper, I was actually removing the sticky gum. Simple fix: lick the back side of the paper. This gets both sides of the paper wet to activate the adhesion, but it ensures that you do not remove the sticky gum in the process.
You can also try dabbing with your tongue instead of swiping. This ensures the gum is not removed, so the paper will still stick well.
3. Grind up your herbs evenly
Nobody likes it when a joint "canoes," or burns unevenly. It wastes a lot of your herbs and is very unsatisfying. To prevent canoeing, make sure the flower that you are packing with is broken up evenly. We recommend using a grinder as it ensures consistency, but using your hands to pick flower apart works just fine.
4. Pack and add more herb evenly inside after finishing rolling
When you first begin rolling, you should be focused on rolling consistently. The amount of flower you add does not have to form a perfectly completed joint. So, when you finish rolling, it helps to add more flower to the open cone and use a paperclip to pack it down evenly as necessary.
As you master rolling, you will learn how to pack the proper amount of flower without needing this step; however, this will help your early joints burn more evenly and have a bit more structure.
5. Finish your roll with a Dutch crown
We all recognize the famous "twist" at the top of joints. It's second nature to finish your joint this way. However, the twist doesn't always burn very well, and it lacks personalization.
Instead of twisting at the top, try a Dutch crown to finish off your joint. You leave about the same amount of space as you would for a twist, but instead of twisting, you fold each side flat over the top of the flower and push outwards. This video shows how it's done, as it is a bit difficult to illustrate with words.
Wrap up
Once you're done rolling your joint, take the time to notice details that went well and things that could be improved. Joint rolling is a form of art, and you will grow a strong appreciation for it as you progress.
For the best rolls, use a quality filter tip, lick the back side of the sticky end of your papers, grind up and pack your herbs evenly, and use a Dutch crown on the tip of your roll. Keep your head up. With joint rolling, the more you practice, the better they will become, I promise! Best wishes, and cheers to all of the beautiful rolls to come.
