Editor's note: This article has been reviewed and updated for accuracy in 2026. Ever since it was first stumbled upon on the Himalayan foothills centuries ago, people have been exploring different was to consume the miraculous herb. Some tokers enjoy packing it into a bong, others like to light up a bowl, and many enjoy prefer modern-day methods, such as vaporization or dabs. Despite all of the different techniques, however, there’s one tried-and-true method that’s still just as popular today as it has been for millennia: rolling bud up into a leaf or a piece of 100% organic hemp rolling paper. Whether you use it recreationally or medicinally, if you consider yourself a traditionalist or you just want to use a basic approach, the latter method of smoking weed described above (rolling) might be your preferred choice. There are three main ways to roll marijuana: joints, blunts, and spliffs. Each method is an art form (it’s true, rolling really is an art), and due to the distinct features of each method, cannabis smokers can customize their high and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience that you just can’t get from a pipe, a bong, or a vaporizer like PAX. If you’re new to joints, blunts, and spliffs, the difference between each approach can be confusing. What’s the difference between these minimalist, highly accessible, tried-and-true method? Read on