Glossary · Measurement
Gram
The base unit cannabis is sold by, equal to roughly one to two joints of flower. Concentrates and many vape carts are also sold by the gram. Buying a single gram is the low-risk way to sample a new strain before committing to an eighth or larger quantity.
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- Eighth
- An eighth of an ounce of cannabis flower, equal to about 3.5 grams — the most popular retail quantity. An eighth yields roughly three to seven joints depending on size. Pricing per eighth is the quickest way to compare value across dispensaries once you account for flower quality.
- Concentrate
- A potent cannabis extract that strips the plant down to its cannabinoids and terpenes, reaching far higher THC levels than flower. Concentrates include shatter, wax, rosin, live resin, and distillate. They are consumed by dabbing, vaporizing, or adding to flower, and are best approached carefully by newcomers.
- Pre-roll
- A ready-made cannabis joint sold pre-packed by a dispensary, removing the need to grind and roll your own. Convenience is the draw, but quality varies — some pre-rolls use premium flower while others are filled with trim or shake. Infused pre-rolls add concentrate for a stronger hit.
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