If you've been smoking for a while, you know that there's more to rolling a joint than simply adding flower. You've probably heard of infused pre-rolls, which aren't just your average joints. These take things to the next level by adding upgrades — such as hash, kief, or distillate. The result? Your high is stronger, the smoke has more flavor, and the sensation is more intense.

So, if you want to elevate your next sesh or want to add some novelty to the experience, infused pre-rolls bring a premium touch.

What makes pre-rolls unique? How do they come together? High Profile Cannabis has shared a helpful guide to help you understand the hype.

What Are Infused Pre-Rolls?

Infused pre-rolls are simply joints that are taken to the next level with cannabis concentrates. Instead of just ground weed flower, the joints get an additional boost from potent extras. You get a more intense high as a result. Plus, the burn is slower, and the aromas are more complex.

For those who want a little more kick without diving into dabs or edibles, infused pre-rolls are the perfect solution (or stepping stone). Whether you coat the rolling paper with oils or mix kief with the flower, there are many ways to infuse joints. Thanks to this personalization, you can have your way and truly create a personal experience beyond the ordinary. Step up your game and stand out from the 62 million weed users in the U.S. with infused pre-rolls.

The Different Types of Infused Pre-Rolls Explained

You have plenty of options when choosing infused pre-rolls. Depending on the type of concentrate used and how it's added, you can get a totally different experience. Explore the possibilities starting with this list.

1. Kief

Have you ever seen the dusty, crystal-like bits that collect at the bottom of your grinder? Treat them like gold dust! This is called kief, and it's packed with cannabinoids and terpenes. Pre-rolls often have kief mixed into the ground flower. However, you can also coat the outside of your pre-roll in a sticky extract and then roll it in kief for an extra kick.

2. Hash

Hash is the compressed form of trichomes and resin, coming in the form of blocks. Since hash is more concentrated, the potency is higher. Hash-infused pre-rolls often have a smoother burn that combusts slowly. The result? A longer sesh and a more flavorful experience.

3. Distillate

Now, on to the most popular type of infusion: distillate. This is the purified form of cannabis extract so that you can expect super high THC levels — around 90% or more. Be careful, though, as distillate can pack a serious punch. Distillate is often sprayed on the flower for pre-rolled joints, but it can also be brushed on the outside or injected into the joint itself. Given how distillate is nearly flavorless, you can enjoy the aroma of the flower while getting a more intense high.

4. Resin (Live and Cured)

Terp sugars, budders, badders, THCa/diamonds, and sauce are all types of resin. Cured resin is made by drying and curing plant material capturing the full spectrum of aromas and flavors. Cured resin includes wax, crumble, and shatter. Live resin, which is made from fresh-frozen cannabis flower, is one of the more sought-after concentrates for its potency and rich terpene profile.

5. Rosin

Rosin is a solvent-free extract that preserves the plant's natural flavors and effects and removes the more obnoxious smells. It is a full spectrum extract offering more cannabinoids and terpenes – providing a fuller entourage effect. When infused into a pre-roll, rosin creates a smoother, tastier, and more terpene-rich smoke. Rosin infused pre-rolls are particularly popular among experienced smokers that don’t mind a higher price point.

6. Moon Rocks

No, we're not talking about samples of the lunar crust. Moon rocks, sometimes referred to as weed caviar, are made from flower steeped in cannabis oil and rolled into balls before dusting them with kief. This combo creates one of the most potent and flavorful options when used in pre-rolls.

7. Terpenes

One last type of pre-roll infusion to be aware of is terpene infusions. Unlike the concentrates above, infusing pre-rolls with terpenes is all about taste – which is why terpene infusions are usually coupled with other concentrates. Especially common with the distillate and THCa/diamond infused pre-rolls, you will often find these infused pre-rolls have a little extra flavor, or a non-cannabis flavor or candy type flavor. These extra tasty infusions include some terpenes, which may be cannabis, hemp, or even botanically derived.

What Makes Infused Pre-Rolls Special?

Infused pre-rolls have high potency. Double the ingredients means double the fun. However, this is not the only benefit of such a product. You can enjoy the following and more!

1. More Intense Flavors: In addition to the distillates, the other infusions we mentioned can provide more pronounced flavors and aromas. You'll recognize the earthy herb, the sweet fruits, and many other profiles that enhance your experience.

2. Smoother Burn: Infusions like hash and rosin make each puff smoother. These allow for more even and slow burning, leading to longer sessions with no harsh hits.

3. Cost Savings: How is using more ingredients more affordable than just using flower? Think of it this way: since the infusions make your joints more potent, you feel the effects much more quickly than just with flower. Even a small amount goes a long way, so you won't need to smoke as much, leading to savings.

4. More Convenience: Consuming kief, hash, and other cannabis products on their own often requires additional equipment. Infused pre-rolls are a convenient solution that lets you enjoy the benefits of these other variations. No need to get a dab rig or vape or what have you. Flying to new heights has never been this easy!

How Are Infused Pre-Rolls Created?

Trusted dispensaries like us take the art of joint-rolling seriously and curate the best selection of infused pre-rolls. We take extra time to ensure the products we carry are infused just right, giving you a more predictable high.

Many of our preferred brands use biomass and THCa/diamonds that have been milled down to a powder and then tested. The powdered diamonds are then homogenized into the pre-ground biomass. This material is then sprayed with terpenes and packed into pre-rolls.

Step 1: Picking the Flower Strain

The products we carry only use the highest-quality marijuana flower. We love to mix-up Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid strains for more complex flavors and varied THC content. We choose each strain based on the flavor profile, potency, and how well it pairs with the infusion or concentrate.

Step 2: Adding the Concentrate

There are many ways to infuse a pre-roll, but a couple of the most popular are:

1. Inside the Joint: concentrate is added right into the ground flower before rolling, resulting in even distribution.

2. Outside the Joint: oil or distillate is added by carefully brushing it on the paper. Then, the pre-roll is dusted with kief to increase the potency.

Step 3: Rolling and Packing

For joints with concentrate inside, it’s important to carefully pack the flower to ensure even burn. If the joint has the infusion outside, take care to make the roll tight to avoid unraveling but not so tight that air circulation is affected. It's all about balance.

Step 4: Testing

This step is necessary for quality assurance. By only procuring tested products from trusted vendors, we can ensure that the potency is on point and that they burn smoothly and evenly.

Differences Between Infused Pre-Rolls vs. Regular Pre-Rolls

How does each variation stack up?

Potency

Regular pre-rolls, in general, have between 12–30% THC. Sure, it does get you high. But the infused pre-rolls can reach up to 50%! Which makes them way stronger.

Flavor

Flower on its own already packs a lot of flavor, giving regular pre-rolls lots of distinct aromas. With concentrates, the terpenes are more enhanced, creating flavor compounds at more concentrated levels. Pre-rolls infused with additional terpenes will also have a further enhanced flavor profile.

Effects

The higher THC content makes infused pre-rolls a more potent product. They tend to hit faster than traditional joints, leading to more intense sessions.

Cost

Infused pre-rolls are more expensive, which may feel like a disadvantage at first. But considering their potency, you often need less to feel the effects. In the long run, infused pre-rolls are actually more cost-efficient.

Are Infused Pre-Rolls Stronger?

Oh, absolutely. Given the higher concentrations of THC — the cannabinoid that gives a high — you can expect more potent joints that have you flying past the stratosphere. This effect is more pronounced when using distillates and other forms that have higher THC content. As such, it's safe to say that the high from infused pre-rolls is tough to beat.

Visit Our Dispensaries Near You

Don't settle for just regular pre-rolls. Infused pre-rolls are the name, and more intense highs are the game. Adding concentrates to the joint allows you to enjoy more flavorful aromas, a smoother burn, and a next-level smoking sesh.

If you're looking for quality infused pre-rolls, High Profile Cannabis has various dispensaries within the following locations.

1. Michigan

2. Massachusetts

3. Missouri

4. New Jersey

5. Connecticut

6. Illinois

We offer a wide range of products, including edibles, concentrates, and equipment for preparing pot or cannabis derivatives. Check out the dispensary nearest you to try new strains or enjoy weed specials and discounts!

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