Rolling Paper Sizes: How Much Weed Goes in a Joint?

How much weed goes in a joint depends on your rolling paper size: roughly 0.5 g for a regular single-wide paper, about 0.6–0.7 g for 1¼ and 1½ papers, and up to around 1 g for double-wide and king size. Once you've matched your cannabis to the right paper, rolling is just grind, fill, roll, lick and pack. It can look tricky at first, but with a little practice anyone can roll a joint that burns smooth and even and gets the most flavor out of your herb.

Rolling up a bud is an art that mixes technique, style and personal taste. If you're a beginner, you've probably wondered: "How much weed do I need for a joint?" or "Which papers should I use?" The amount of cannabis and the type of paper you pick will directly shape your smoke.

That's why we'll walk you through the different rolling paper sizes and the materials they come in, so you can find your sweet spot between flavor, burn and ease of rolling.

How much weed do you need for a joint?

How much bud you need mostly comes down to the size of the paper you roll with. There are five basic rolling paper sizes, each suited to different amounts and occasions:

1. Regular (single wide): At 70 mm long and up to 36 mm wide, these papers hold about 0.5 grams of dried flower. Perfect for a solo smoke.
2. 1¼: These measure roughly 78 mm long by 48 mm wide and hold around 0.6 grams, a good size to share between two people.
3. 1½: Same length as 1¼ papers but a bit wider (60 mm), they hold up to 0.7 grams for a stronger session.
4. Double wide: Twice as wide as a regular paper, it holds close to a gram of flower. Because of its size, it's best left to experienced rollers.
5. King size: King size papers are the biggest, at 110 mm long and 60 mm wide, and hold up to a gram of cannabis. They're ideal for group sessions and the most popular size in the cannabis community.

Which rolling papers should you use?

The paper you choose to roll your flower in can have a big impact on both flavor and burn. There are several types of rolling papers, each with its own personality:

• Wood pulp: Traditionally used by tobacco smokers, these are thicker and easy to handle, but they burn fast, which doesn't make them ideal for cannabis.
• Rice: Popular in Europe, rice paper is thin and burns slowly, perfect if you want a longer smoke.
• Bamboo: Not as common, but bamboo paper is eco-friendly and slow-burning, a good pick if you want something natural and unbleached.
• Bai Jak: Common in Southeast Asia and made from dried nipa palm leaves, it's tough and eco-friendly.
• Hemp: Made from 100% natural hemp pulp, hemp paper is durable, easy to roll and burns nicely without messing with the flavor.

Whatever your preference, picking the right paper is key to enjoying your joint. From the amount of weed to the type of paper, every detail counts toward a satisfying smoke.

How to roll a joint with rolling papers

Rolling a joint is an essential skill for any cannabis fan, whether you're just getting started or you've been at it a while.

Here's everything you need to know to roll the perfect joint, from how much weed to use to the gear and the step-by-step process for the best possible smoke.

What do you need to roll a joint?

Before getting into the how-to, make sure you've got everything on hand. Here's the basic kit:

• Your favorite strain: Pick something you enjoy, because it makes all the difference.
• Rolling papers: They come in different types and sizes, which we covered above.
• Crutch or filter tip: A filter makes for a better smoke and keeps you from wasting weed.
• A pen or something similar: Handy for packing the weed and shaping the joint.
• Grinder: The best way to break up your weed evenly.
• Rolling tray: Keeps everything organized and stops herb from ending up on the floor.

Step by step: how to roll a joint

Step 1: Break up the weed

Start by breaking up your weed to the right consistency. You can do it by hand, but a grinder is way more efficient. It saves time and keeps your fingers from getting sticky, which makes rolling harder. You're after small pieces, not powder, so air flows well and the joint burns evenly.

Step 2: Make a crutch for your joint

The filter tip, or crutch, is a small but important piece. Some smokers treat it as optional, but we recommend it for a few reasons:

• Keeps the joint open: Stops the end from collapsing and guarantees good airflow.
• Protects your fingers and lips: No burns as the joint gets short.
• Keeps the weed in: Holds the joint's shape so you don't lose any herb.
• Smoother hits: Makes for a smoother smoking experience overall.

You can make a crutch from thin cardboard or card stock, like a business card. If you're using long papers, a crutch of about 5.5 x 1.7 cm (2.2 x 0.7 in) is ideal. It can just be a rolled-up tube, but folding a few accordion pleats at one end keeps the weed from slipping out while you smoke.

Step 3: Fill the paper

Pick your favorite rolling paper. We like organic hemp papers, which are thin but strong and give you an even burn without changing the taste of your herb.

Lay the paper with the glue strip facing down and the crease toward you. Spread the weed evenly, putting a little less at the end where the crutch goes. That gives the joint a cone shape, which smokes smoother, though a straight joint is a perfectly good option for beginners.

Step 4: Roll it up

With the weed on the paper, start rolling gently, moving your fingers back and forth to spread it out evenly. Place the crutch at one end and start tucking the paper over itself, making sure it wraps over the crutch. A rolling tray makes the whole thing easier and keeps herb from falling out.

Step 5: Lick the glue strip and seal the joint

Once you've rolled enough to shape the joint, it's time to seal it. Lick the glue strip and keep rolling until it's closed up tight. Don't roll it so tight it's hard to pull on, but don't leave it too loose either, or it'll burn unevenly.

Step 6: Pack the joint

For an even burn, use a pen or something similar to pack the weed down from the open end. Tap the joint lightly on a flat surface to settle everything and make sure the crutch is snug.

Step 7: Twist the end

Twist the open end of the joint closed into a little wick. That keeps the weed from falling out and keeps the joint in good shape if you're not smoking it right away.

Step 8: Spark it up and enjoy

Finally, light the twisted end and enjoy. For the best experience, try to smoke it in one go, since relighting it over and over can mess with the flavor.

And there you have it! Follow these steps and you'll be rolling perfect joints and enjoying your favorite cannabis anytime.