The marijuana industry has been a topic of conversation over the last few years as more and more countries seek to normalize the usage of cannabis due to the large boom in the industry. As a result, the industry has grown exponentially, paving the way for a variety of products and methods of usage. However, the old-fashioned way of smoking marijuana is still very popular in society today. Furthermore, those who prefer the purist form, still have many products available to them.
If you are curious about using marijuana for personal or professional use, it is important to know the different products that are out there and how to use them. It can be very intimidating and confusing at first, but once you understand the basics, it becomes easier to choose the method that suits you best. Here are a few methods of smoking marijuana for the modern enthusiast.
Hand Pipes
A hand pipe is used commonly amongst smokers and it is usually made from a refined source of wood called briar which is naturally resistant to fire. They are highly regarded and have even turned into an artistic expression in society as a symbol of use or for creative purposes, such as pipes like these. The size of a hand pipe is quite small, making it portable and convenient to us.
You can use a hand pipe by simply burning the cannabis at the end and inhaling the smoke from the top. It takes a standard amount of time for you to feel the effects of smoking from a hand pipe.
Water Pipes
There are various types of water pipes ranging from bongs to bubblers. They are elevated in appearance and style through the incorporation of water, which is also associated with health benefits. The smoke that emits from a water pipe is much cooler, however, that does not mean it aids in alleviating the harm that is caused by smoking marijuana. Water pipes tend to be a lot bigger, and thus not as portable as hand pipes, however the effects are quite therapeutic.
Blunts and Joints
A joint is similar to a cigarette and involves placing cannabis on a sheet and rolling one end to the other. You light one side and smoke from the opposite, just like you would with a cigarette. A blunt, on the other hand, uses cigar paper which is hollowed out to leave room for weed to be inserted. Whilst, like a hand pipe, it is quite portable, unlike the hand pipe, it requires a lot more effort in terms of rolling a joint or filling the cigar paper.
Many do still prefer it as it’s cheapest option to obtain in a fast period of time, and you still feel th effects of smoking it as the fumes hit you directly through your bloodstream.
Edibles
For those of you who aren’t the biggest fans of smoking, edibles are a fantastic substitute. Edibles are foods or drinks that contain cannabis and it is mixed with one of the ingredients which is the highest in fat, such as oil or butter. An example of this would be weed brownies which are a common amongst college students. The issue with this method is that it requires a lot of effort in terms of planning and preparation. It is easy to mess the timing or overheat the product and lose the effects of it, however, when made right, the effects have a longer onset and a pleasant sensation.
Other forms of cannabis are tinctures and topicals. Tinctures are a liqud form of cannabis that can be dissolved or taken directly in drops under the tongue, while topicals are thick lotions or creams, and used on the skin for relief.
Smoking marijuana as a modern gentleman is not tough as long as you know what options are out there for you to use. Weigh up the pros and cons of using a hand pipe compared to a water pipe or an edible or a blunt/joint, and choose the instrument that suits your desires best. In fact, you may surprise yourself and find out that a tincture is the perfect item for your household. There’s no need to be held back by the ways of the past. Take a leap forward and embrace the newness of technology and the evolution of cannabis.