Prerolls

Prerolls are pre-rolled cannabis cigarettes or joints prepared for immediate consumption. Sold by cannabis retailers, they are typically made from ground cannabis flower and rolled in a thin cannabis paper, often with a filter at one end. Prerolls can vary in size and potency, and some examples include plain ground flower prerolls, blends with hash or concentrates, and so-called infused prerolls that incorporate distillate or resin.

Production methods range from manual rolling to automated machines. Prerolls are usually sealed in airtight containers or tubes to maintain freshness and potency and are often labeled with strain name, weight, and cannabinoid content. Common weights include 0.5 gram, 1 gram, and 2 grams, though other sizes exist.

Regulation and quality control vary by jurisdiction. In many places prerolls must meet labeling requirements for cannabinoid content, ingredients, and warnings, and are packaged to be child-resistant or tamper-evident. Concerns include mold, pesticides, microbial contamination, and the presence of foreign materials; producers may test products for contaminants and potency.

On the market, prerolls offer convenience and consistent dosing relative to loose flower, though potency and burn rate can be uneven between units. They appeal to users seeking portability, discretion, or a ready-to-use option without rolling equipment. Critics note variability in quality and the higher price per unit compared with loose flower.

Prerolls continue to be a common form of cannabis product in regions where cannabis is legalized.