There are many ways to smoke weed, and no method is necessarily better than another. Over the years, the number of options has increased rapidly, and today we’re going to be showing you many of the most popular and practical ways.
Regardless if you’re looking for a simple and practical way to smoke or a high-tech device, we’re confident you’ll find some options you like below.
List of Different Ways to Smoke Weed
1. Joint
A traditional joint is useful for how it lets you control your weed experience. You can use whatever rolling papers you want, plus you can stuff as much plant into the joint as necessary. You could even combine multiple strains in one joint for a more unique experience.
Be sure when preparing a joint that you find a good paper that fits your joint well. A paper material made with organic hemp or flax burns better, plus it won’t produce unusual odors or leave behind a greasy feel. Watch for something thick that you can handle, and see if there’s a natural adhesive material to help you close up your joint to keep the stuff inside from slipping out.
A joint can also be as long as you want it to be, but make sure when sizing your joint that you have enough weed material for what you’ll smoke. Many joint papers aren’t as clean as you might wish they could be.
A joint will also burn faster if you smoke it faster. Keep your smoking under control to keep it from being too intense while ensuring your joint lasts longer. If you’re strapped for time, you can pick on some pre-rolls which are already rolled perfectly with cannabis inside.
There is one problem with joints in that joints aren’t that discreet. The noticeable appearance of a joint makes it so that anyone can notice you’ve got a joint with you. People will possibly want to share your joint after they see what you have.
2. Bong
The bong is a tried and true option when looking for ways to smoke weed. You can use a bong by lighting the herb and drawing air through the attached mouthpiece to reach the smoke. This process does require some extra effort on your hand, as you’ll need to fill the bong with enough water and heat it up to where it produces the smoke necessary for inhaling.
The smoke you get from a bong is smoother than what other smoking methods might produce. It’s easier to enjoy your weed this way, although you’ll need to produce enough bubbles inside the bong to create the smoke necessary for enjoyment.
Bongs are also available in many shapes and sizes. You can even get a bong painted with one of many appealing designs based on what interests you the most.
3. Spliff
A spliff is similar to a joint, but it includes both cannabis and tobacco. A spliff will produce an energetic kick like what tobacco produces, but you’ll still enjoy the relaxing sensation of the cannabis after a while. You can adjust a spliff to include as much tobacco as you want, although a spliff with slightly more weed than tobacco often produces a better and more noticeable high.
The material you use for rolling up your spliff will be the same as what you’d get from a joint. You can use whatever rolling paper you desire, although something clean that burns well is best. Anything with an adhesive-type material that can close the spliff also works.
The tobacco will also burn at about the same rate as the cannabis. Be sure when smoking this way that you keep the tobacco and cannabis mixed well to create a consistent flavor and experience.
A spliff is more discreet than joints, as it can include a cigarette-like look. The design is even easy to share.
Spliffs are also more common in Europe than joints. Europeans often see joints are being wasteful, so incorporating both tobacco and cannabis in the same roll is ideal there.
Remember when using a spliff that you are cautious when getting the tobacco ready. Tobacco can impact the taste of your weed if you use too much, plus tobacco smoke often contains chemicals that might be dangerous to your body if you use too much.
4. Blunt
A blunt is similar to a spliff for how it has cannabis and tobacco mixed in one space. But a blunt doesn’t use rolling paper like a spliff. A blunt will instead use a cigar wrap.
The wrap for a blunt comes from a tobacco leaf that has been dried and aged to produce its distinct brown tone. The texture on the wrap adds a brilliant aesthetic look, while the compound itself features a body that burns well and produces excellent results. Some wrappers also have noticeable flavors, although not all smokers will like these features.
Many people who smoke with blunts will cut open and empty cigars and use those wrappings for their blunts. You can also order cigar paper materials you can roll yourself if you want a more natural blunt while keeping the amount of tobacco you add into it under control.
Blunts can take longer to burn than joints or spliffs because the blunt wrapper is often thicker. But the burn rate still depends on how well you inhale the smoke, with the blunt burning faster when you inhale in less time.
You’ll require some practice to wrap a blunt well, as the rolling process is similar to what you’d use with a cigar. You’d have to moisten the rolling material and remove the central veins to create a smooth texture. You’d also have to measure the amount of material you add to a blunt to make it work well.
The intricate design of a blunt is part of why it is more popular in the United States than in other areas worldwide. Whereas many smokers outside the States want to enjoy their weed right away, Americans often put in intricate efforts to create blunts that are detailed and thorough. If you’re looking for ways to smoke weed without a pipe handy, this is a viable option.
5. Gravity Bong
You can also create a gravity bong to produce something new on the cheap. The gravity bong entails adding a bottle or container into a more massive reservoir filled with water. The practice is rudimentary, but it works if you don’t have access to a regular bong or you’re not interested in paying full price for something.
Pro Tip: Read our guide on making a gravity bong.
To produce a gravity bong, you will cut part of a bottle off of the bottom and then add it to a water reservoir. A two-liter bottle is the most common one you can use here. The cap also needs to stay on at the top. You’ll then pack and light the reservoir while lifting the bottle and trapping the smoke you produce inside. You can then remove the cap and suck out the smoke from the top.
This effort is a cheap option that lets you enjoy the heat, but make sure you are cautious when opening the bong. You don’t want to allow too much heat to go through at a time. You’ll still find this solution effective if you’re looking for a cheaper way to get high or you’re trying to see how a bong can work for the first time. The bong is also good for a few uses, but it’s not a long-term solution like a standard bong.
6. Pipe
A traditional weed pipe can be useful for beginners, as a pipe is easy to use. You can load the weed into the pipe and gently light it to start smoking. You can pull as much smoke from the pipe as you want at a time.
Glass pipes are useful for how they can handle heat better than wood pipes. You can also find glass pipes in many shapes and designs. The Sherlock pipe offers a deeper bowl, while a chillum pipe or one-hitter is compact.
Many people who smoke weed with pipes often like sharing them with others during smoking sessions. It’s often easier to clean off the mouthpiece on a pipe than it is to clean a bong’s mouthpiece, as you have more control over the pipe itself. But anyone who uses a pipe should be cautious when smoking it, as it’s easier for people to inhale more weed smoke than necessary.
7. One Hitter
A one hitter pipe is a smaller pipe that lets you enjoy a good amount of cannabis in less time. This option is useful when you’re trying to keep your weed use in check. You can also use a one hitter if you’re trying a new strain and you don’t want to overdo something.
A one hitter features a small hollow tube alongside a bowl compartment. The small design is easy to carry, plus you can get this pipe ready by lighting it on the end and smoking through its opening.
A metal one hitter will be easier to use in most cases, as it lasts longer than glass models. But glass one hitters tend to be easier to clean out. Be sure to look at how well you can clean out a one hitter if you’re going to choose this option. This is one of my personal favorite ways to smoke weed.
8. Chillum
A chillum pipe is similar to a one hitter, as it offers a compact design. A chillum pipe includes a front-loaded bowl, plus it doesn’t feature a carb. The design provides a good look that is easy to transport, plus it adds a simple design that any weed enthusiast can enjoy.
Since there’s no carb in the chillum, you’ll have to watch how you control the airflow inside the pipe. You can draw as much from the chillum as you want, but it’s easier to enjoy this if you’re cautious.
There’s also a small conical neck on one end of the chillum that lets the smoke go through. This design feature ensures you won’t struggle with excess smoke when taking a hit from your chillum.
The main difference between a chillum and one hitter comes from how much herb these two pipes can store. A one hitter can secure enough herb for a single pipe. But a chillum can hold a slightly greater amount of weed.
9. Bubbler
The bubbler is a pipe variant that features a chamber for water filtration in the middle. You can add water to the section to cool off the smoke before inhaling it. This feature lets you enjoy a more comfortable smoke, plus the water helps purify the smoke to give you the cleanest high possible. Many bubbler pipes are glass, plus you can find some transparent ones that will show how much water is inside the pipe.
Think of a bubbler pipe as a portable bong for how it can purify the smoke and produce a better high. You’ll even hear some bubbling sounds when you use your bubbler, creating a memorable design.
10. Dugout
Another interesting pipe variant to explore is the dugout. A dugout includes a one hitter pipe and a separate chamber for ground-up weed. This design comes in three separate parts. First, you’ll have a wooden case that you can carry around. Second, there’s a one hitter pipe on the inside that you can take out after opening a compartment. Third, you’ll find a space for your weed that you can use to keep it secure before smoking.
A dugout provides a convenient approach to smoking, as you’ll have enough space for whatever weed you want to enjoy. But the wooden design of a dugout makes it where you’ll need to clean out the inside more often. Some dugouts can come with metal hook materials that can help you dig out old debris inside the chamber, keeping it from sticking in place.
11. Soda Can
A rudimentary way to smoke entails using an empty soda can to smoke. You can do this by poking a few holes at the top part of the can and then another hole in the side to create a carburetor. This process creates a makeshift pipe.
The reason so many people stand behind this measure is that an empty soda can may include some sugar and caffeine particles left on the inside. These particles can blend with the weed to create a more energetic high. This effect can create a more pleasing experience for some users, although it’s not something that all people will stick with when smoking.
12. Makeshift Apple Pipe
Many weed enthusiasts have tried creating makeshift pipes out of apples. This practice creates a smooth feeling that also adds a slight bit of sweetness to the weed.
You can create an apple pipe by cutting a hole at the top of the apple to create your bowl. You’ll then produce a smaller hole in the side that you will inhale while smoking. Another hole will go on the other side of the apple to create a space where the smoke can flow.
You’ll smoke through one of the holes and use your finger to regulate how the smoke flows from the other end of the apple. This practice takes a bit of work and training, but it can be worthwhile if handled well.
You’ll also like only be able to use the same apple once when smoking. The heat from lighting up the bowl can burn the apple, although the juices from the apple can get into the smoke and create a distinct flavor that adds to your experience.
Some enthusiasts like trying different apples to see which one works best for an apple pipe. You can experiment with various types if you want. If you’re searching for creative ways to smoke weed, try smoking out of an apple!
13. Flavored Rolling Paper
Sometimes it’s easier to smoke weed when you have flavored rolling paper. A flavored rolling paper will feature an additive that produces an extra flavor that enhances the taste and scent of your weed. Many of these papers come in various flavors, including fruit or mint tones.
A flavored rolling paper should be thick enough to where you can prepare your joint well without the weed slipping out of the space. Be sure you also choose a flavor that blends well with the specific strain you’re using.
14. Donut
A donut is a different type of joint that includes both cannabis and an extra bit of hash. The joint takes its name from how it creates a donut-like appearance as the joint burns.
A donut joint is a joint with a hash snake that stays in the middle of the joint as you wrap it up. The added hash adds a good flavor touch to your joint. The hash melts into oil as you smoke it, producing the center hole that creates its appearance.
You’ll be more likely to enjoy a donut joint if you’re more experienced in smoking joints. It takes time and effort to prepare one, plus the stickiness of the joint can make it tough to prepare. You can find pre-rolled donuts at various dispensaries, but those are often more expensive than traditional joints.
15. Dabbing
Dabbing is a person drops a bit of concentrated cannabis oil on a hot plate and lets that drop vaporize. Dab Rigs are used for dabbing. The heat in the Dab Rig will produce an intense vapor that provides the user with the unique potent effect of the dab.
Dabbing requires a bit of extra effort, as you’ve got to use a torch to heat a nail that will take in your weed dab. You’ll also require a cap over the space to keep the airflow under control.
This practice is also best for experienced weed users. Newcomers to weed smoking should avoid dabbing, as it doesn’t take much for someone to inhale more than one will plan. Even those who have experienced dabbing should still be cautious when doing so.
16. Gas Mask
Some weed smokers use gas masks to smoke by attaching a gas mask to the top part of a bong. The smoke from the bong will go into the mask, and then the user can wear it. This process is popular for how it lets people enjoy smoking for longer, as the smoke will not escape from the mask when worn well.
This option might be overkill for some people, but it can be effective enough to keep the smoke under control. Instead of taking in too much smoke, the user can control how much smoke enters the mask. But like with any other practice, the smoke can wear out fast if someone inhales too fast.
17. Baked Goods
Cannabis edibles are useful for people who want to enjoy their weed without having to smoke anything. Brownies, cookies, and other baked goods can include small bits of cannabis planted inside them.
The process for preparing these edibles can be complex, as you’d have to prepare a cannabis-infused butter material to work in a recipe. You’ll also need to watch how much cannabis you include in the butter and how much you’ll use in a baked recipe, as you don’t want to put in too much to where the weed could become overwhelming.
You can also prepare these edibles in many flavors, as you can include peanut butter, chocolate, caramel, or whatever else interests you. You can find many recipes for weed-based baked goods online, but you’ll also require a suitable recipe for preparing the butter or oil necessary for your goods.
18. Candies
Candies are also noteworthy edibles to explore. Hard candies like lollipops tend to keep their potency longer than others, but gummies are also appealing for coming in many shapes and flavors. But be sure when finding edible candies that you’re looking for something with a good enough potency. Some candies can contain less than 1 mg of weed per piece, while others could have 10 mg or more. Watch for how much you’re enjoying versus how much weed is in each piece before you consume your weed this way.
19. Chocolates
Weed chocolates are also great for people who want to enjoy weed but aren’t trying too hard to smoke something. These chocolates are made with infused butter as a critical ingredient. The butter can be combined with cocoa and other compounds to create a great flavor. You can even include other weed items like candies or chips in chocolate.
While you can prepare weed chocolate from home, it’s often easier to buy a weed chocolate bar from a dispensary. You’ll find this chocolate in many forms, but watch for how strong the weed is before finding something. The intensity of weed chocolate can be strong and might make it harder for some people to enjoy what they are trying. But when chosen well, you’ll find it is easy for you to enjoy a good amount of weed without being rough.
20. Soda
Cannabis soda is a carbohydrate drink that is infused with weed particles. You can get a good hit from cannabis soda, as it produces effects higher than what many edibles can create. You can also various weed sodas in various flavors like orange, root beer, lemon-lime, and traditional cola.
Weed soda is produced when a manufacturer uses a process called nanoemulsion. Cannabis oil is harvested and then broken down into smaller particles. The particles are necessary for producing a smoother feel that is easier to consume. These particles are then blended with a liquid to create the THC-infused body one deserves.
Be sure when consuming weed soda that you keep it slow. It’s easier to experience a high sooner when you drink something like this, so keep from consuming more than necessary at once.
21. Tincture
A tincture is a unique option for smoking weed that can be more potent than most other items. A tincture is a bottle that contains cannabis oil that includes THC. You’ll use a dropper to dispense tincture drops under your tongue.
You only need one drop under your tongue to consume your weed. While this practice might seem too plain or boring, it’s more effective than what you might expect.
Sublingual consumption of weed allows the THC to enter the bloodstream faster. Traditional digestive processes from edibles require the THC to go through the liver and digestive system before the body can feel the effects. Sublingual consumption doesn’t go through the liver or digestive system, so you can experience the results faster. The THC will enter the bloodstream sooner and make it all work.
The intense effect of a tincture will prepare a memorable feeling that you can only experience through a simple drop. It’s exciting to see how well a tincture can work, but be careful when using a dropper and getting this ready. You don’t want to take in more of something than what you can afford.
22. Vape Pen
The vape pen has become a popular way for people to smoke weed in recent years. Vape pens were originally produced as healthy alternatives to cigarettes that people could use to help them quit using tobacco. While vape pens often feature flavor cartridges with different tastes that fit various interests, weed users have long experimented with these pens to see what works.
The vaporizer component in a vape pen produces enough heat to burn cannabinoids without being too intense. Whereas a butane flame can produce temperatures that are thousands of degrees Fahrenheit, a vape pen vaporizer works at temperatures of around 300 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, so it’s a safer choice for burning.
The lower temperature for heating the weed allows the cannabinoids to change from solid to gas without using as much energy. The active ingredients in the cannabis will also stay intact, as the heat won’t be strong enough to where those parts burn down too fast.
A vape pen will let you heat up your weed well while making it last longer, producing a more memorable experience. But vape pens aren’t as common in today’s weed market because they are expensive. These pens will likely become less expensive as more people start using them and the technology for making them work becomes more accessible.
These pens are also designed in many ways, although some are built to look like traditional cigarettes. This feature can create a nice look, but some people might be bothered by how it works.
You can also use a weed oil material in your vape pen if you want, although this requires extra effort in preparing something that works. You’ll have to watch how well the oil works and that it’s not going to clog up the chamber inside the pen. Cleaning that inside chamber can be tough to where you might have to buy a new pen altogether.
23. Topicals
One of the more interesting ways people can enjoy weed entails using topicals. A topical extract is a compound that you can apply to your skin. Cannabis lotions, balms, and patches are common items to use.
This option lets you take in the THC from your cannabis without having to light up anything. The THC can go through your skin and into your bloodstream, producing the same high you’d get from smoking. But the timing necessary for getting the THC to enter your body can vary, as it might take longer to get something to work than expected.
Topics are useful for most people, but you’ll also have to watch how well you respond to this option. Sometimes your skin might develop an allergic reaction to some of the components in a topical treatment. This point is especially true for patches that might consistently deliver THC to your body.
24. Volcano Vaporizer
A Volcano vaporizer is one helpful option for smoking weed that you can enjoy at home. The name of the vaporizer comes from both the Volcano brand name and how it has a volcano-like design.
The vaporizer will include a chamber that lets you heat up your herb. You can vaporize the herb to create the vapors necessary for giving you a high or buzz.
The most popular part of vaporizers is how they can help you create quality weed vapors without inhaling carbon dioxide or other byproducts that come from the heating process. But the specific temperature for how you’ll set up your vaporizer will vary by strain, and you might have to experiment with different settings to figure out what works best for you.
The intense heat your Volcano vaporizer can produce can be very strong, so you’ll have to keep the vaporizer in a safe spot where the heat it produces won’t be too intense. Some vaporizers can also come with digital readouts and displays to help you figure out how hot it is, but you’ll still need to watch how well the heat shifts and that it stays consistent.
25. Foil Pipe
This last way to smoke weed is one that not many people use, but it’s something that can work in situations where you’re trying to smoke something, but you don’t have a pipe readily available. A foil pipe is a weed pipe you can construct from aluminum foil.
Many people use foil pipes when they want to get a quick smoke. Others use these pipes because they don’t want to pay all that money for a traditional pipe.
A foil pipe can still work well if you only use it temporarily. A foil pipe is intended for only one use. The foil material can weaken after a while, plus the compound can burn intensely to where it might be dangerous to touch. It’s also not a good idea to share a foil pipe with others, as it can easily spill its content while being too hot for someone else to handle.
You can create a foil pipe by producing a small cone on one end of the foil and creating a sharp crease near one side to produce a bowl. You can add the weed into the bowl and start smoking the pipe as usual, but be cautious if you’re going to use this measure.
To Wrap Up:
You can smoke weed with many tools, including various types of pipes. There are some creative measures you can use as well, although some of them might be a little too impractical or otherwise expensive. You can even find a few ways to enjoy weed without having to light anything up. While those options are different from smoking weed in the traditional sense, they are still useful if planned well enough.
Do you have a different way to smoke weed that you want to share with us? Let us know by leaving a comment or message with us. We’d love to hear about the many ways how people like smoking weed, including what they enjoy the most. Everyone’s interest in weed is different, so looking for a way to smoke that is more memorable and enjoyable is always worthwhile.