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Learn | 03.04.2024

How To Save A Joint For Later: Tips To Keep Your Weed Fresh

Ever wondered how to store a joint for later without losing quality?

Sometimes, a good smoking session can be interrupted, and you’re left with a half-finished joint and don’t know how to store it. It’s also possible that you only want to smoke a little and a full joint is too much for what you had in mind.

In situations like this, it’s important to know how to store a joint for later, without losing flavor and properties. Storing your joints correctly is key to preserving the freshness, potency, and aroma of your weed.

There are some key factors that will determine the freshness of a rolled joint, whether it’s half-smoked or you haven’t had time to light it. Follow the tips below to keep your rolled joints fresh and ready for action.

What Happens When A Joint Goes Bad?

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Before we talk about how to store a joint, it’s important to know the factors that can cause it to acquire an unpleasant taste and smell.

For starters, it’s essential that the buds are of good quality. If you grow or buy them from a reputable source, you can be sure they are free of pesticides and harmful additives.

In addition, both whole joints and half-smoked joints have been exposed to excess heat and oxygen, which over time causes them to degrade. If you leave a joint off for too long, you will end up with thick weed, a straw-like taste, and a disappointing effect.

As an additional tip, if an already rolled joint develops fungus or mold, just forget about it.

How To Avoid The Bad Smell Of Half-Smoked Joints

Cannabis buds smell amazing before you roll a joint with them, and the smell of smoke in the air is also very pleasant, but it is common for half-smoked joints to acquire an unpleasant odor soon after they are lit.

To avoid this, there are several strategies you can use. One option is to extinguish them evenly, making sure that no embers are left burning, ideally leave them to extinguish themselves and remove all the ashes that remain. You can also store them in a cool, dry place and in an airtight container so that they are not contaminated with other odors or spread their smell.

Tips For Keeping A Rolled Joint Fresh

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Whether you need a way to keep your rolled joints fresh or want to store a half-smoked joint until the next time you can smoke again, these solutions can help.

Temperature: Make sure the temperature, and relative humidity, are constant and in the right range, as these two factors can be both your buds’ best friend and worst enemy.

Light: Keep your joints away from direct light exposure.

Airtight Container: Keep your joints in an airtight container that allows the freshness of the weed to be maintained for a longer period of time without spreading unwanted odors.

Best Methods For Storing Joints

Here are some methods to keep your unlit or half-smoked joints as good as new:

Saverette: This device features a flip-top lid that keeps the internal environment airtight, which helps preserve the cannabinoids and terpenes in your joints.

Airtight Jars: Airtight jars are ideal for storing half-smoked joints.

Vacuum Sealing: Vacuum sealing machines are the best option for long-term storage, as they not only protect from outside air but also remove all stagnant air from inside the container.

Cigar Tubes: These containers are similar to saverettes and help protect and maintain the freshness of your smokes. They are also a good option for controlling the smell of half-smoked joints.

Resealable Bags: This is a quick and inexpensive solution to keep your joints fresh for a while. For best results, try to expel as much air as possible from the bag before closing it and storing it in a dark place.

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