(Newswire.net — July 11, 2020) — The 21st century has seen vast changes across every industry, especially considering the rapid developments in technology. This has made the modern market make everything more accessible by providing solutions to eliminate the need for unnecessary work considering the hectic modern lifestyles. This said, for regular and recreational marijuana users, pre-rolls may be an excellent option to eliminate the need to work on the joint yourself.
A pre-roll is a joint that you can purchase after being prepared by a marijuana brand, weed clinic, dispensary, or even a cannabis retailer. Pre-rolls are generally made out of a rolling paper or wrap, a crutch, or filter at the base and ground marijuana. They are ready to use for users and significantly reduce the need for you to prepare yourself, that is, the process of grinding, rolling, and sealing into a rolling paper. Several factors may make one pre-roll different from the other, including potency, weight & size, rolling paper, filters, specific strain flavors, and even packaging. Some cannabis vendors sell pre-rolls in multipacks while others sell them in single tubes.
Why do people use pre-rolls?
As said earlier, the primary reason that most people may prefer to use pre-rolls is to save time. Pre-rolls also provide easy storability and are convenient. Additionally, some people are not regular marijuana users. This gives them an easy option for short-term fun – consider a group of friends camping for the weekend or having a private party on a Saturday afternoon. Though some individuals may prefer the ceremonious ritual of rolling their joints or loading up cannabis up a bong, pre-rolls are often the easy option.
How efficient is smoking a pre-roll?
The content in pre-rolls may vary in both flavor and potency, from twaxed cones lacquered in kief to standalone marijuana flowers. Smoking a standalone flower can provide THC levels between 10 percent and 25 percent. On the other hand, using keif on pre-rolls increases the percentages significantly. Some individuals prefer using kief to increase the effect of cannabis. It can increase the percentage of THC by 50 percent. Its effects may reach over 70 percent.
Researchers conducting a Natural Products Chemistry & Research study concluded that individuals using pre-rolls ingest less than 50 percent of a joint’s cannabinoids. However, this method of combustion is not different from alternatives such as pipes and bongs, among others. The averages in the study were a little below 40 percent. More than 50 percent of cannabinoids in pre-rolls end up as uninhaled smoke and ash. Pre-rolls are, however, the most dominant method of smoking cannabis. This is due to the potency variance, inherent discretion, and convenience.
What you need when making pre-rolls
– About 0.5 to 1 gram of marijuana
– Rolling paper
– Filter
– Rolling surface/sheet of paper
– Grinder (optional)
– Pen or pencil (optional)
– Chopstick (optional)
How long can a pre-roll last without use, and how can you extend their shelf life?
Various factors determine the shelf life of pre-rolls. Marijuana is known to degrade over time by losing flavor and potency. Pre-rolls that have stayed for long may grow mold, but it may take months. Smart storage and packaging, however, may extend their shelf life. Most users monitor the temperature, light, humidity, and hermetic sealing of storage containers. Sealing the container is one of the essential ways to ensure that your pre-rolls last longer. One of the easiest ways to achieve this is to acquire a Mason jar. They are easy to obtain, store, and cheap. They are also translucent and easy to use.
Controlling humidity is essential when preserving your pre-rolls. For individuals who can afford purchasing dehumidifiers i.e., humidity storage containers, it can be a reliable alternative. They are designed to treat and prolong the shelf life of marijuana. However, vacuum-sealed containers can give you the same results. When finding a place to store your joints, look for a dark and cool location. This will keep your pre-rolls away from heat and light, which significantly triggers natural degradation.