How to roll a joint: a beginner's guide

Rolling a joint is a skill that takes a few tries to get right. A clean, beginner-friendly method, step by step.

What you need

• Rolling papers (a medium size is easiest to learn on)
• A filter tip / crutch (a small rolled piece of card)
• Ground flower (a grinder gives an even consistency)

Step by step

1. Grind your flower to an even, fluffy consistency, no big chunks, no dust.
2. Make the crutch. Roll a small strip of card into a tight spiral; it keeps the end open and the joint stable.
3. Fill the paper. Hold the paper with the glue strip up and away from you. Place the crutch at one end, then spread flower evenly along the paper.
4. Shape it. Pinch and roll the paper back and forth to pack the flower into a cylinder.
5. Roll and tuck. Tuck the non-glue edge over the flower, roll upward, lick the glue strip lightly, and seal.
6. Pack the tip. Gently tamp the open end with a pen or tool so it burns evenly.

Tips for a better roll

• Don’t overfill, a slightly under-packed joint rolls easier and burns smoother.
• Roll firmly but not too tight, or it won’t draw.
• Practice. Your fifth joint will be far better than your first.

Sources

• Health Canada, About cannabis