What is a chillum? – The fresh toast

One-hitters or chillums are small pipes containing a hit of cannabis. Generally made of glass or metal, they look like a long tube that has a head at one end and a mouthpiece at the opposite end.

One-hitters are made in a variety of shapes and designs and can range from stunning blown glass pieces to one-hitters designed to look exactly like a cigarette for added discretion.

The terms “chillum” and “one-hitter” are often used interchangeably, but can refer to slightly different devices.

Both chillums and one-hitters consist of a tube with a bowl at the end. However, a one-hitter will hold a puff of cannabis flowers, while a chillum can hold more. Some chillums have fairly spacious bowls that can fit almost a gram of ground cannabis flower.

How to properly smoke a one-hitter

You can smoke a one-hitter just like a pipe, although it’s a straight pipe, so you’ll need to angle it up to prevent cannabis from falling out. The traditional way of smoking chillums is to smoke them vertically through a closed fist.

Chillums, dugouts, and one-hitters are best used with ground cannabis as it is easier to burn and can be packaged and transported without the buds falling out.

To properly smoke a chillum or one-hitter, grab the one-hitter, angle it, and light it. Then you inhale as if it were a standard pipe.

Try not to get the lighter too close to your mouth as one-hitters tend to be small and short and there is a chance of burning your lips.

One Hitter Benefits

One hitters are one of the most discreet ways to smoke cannabis. Quick to use and convenient to store, they can be stowed out of sight in your pocket or in the palm of your hand in no time.

Also, lighting a one-hitter can seem like lighting a cigarette to the untrained eye, which is why many are designed to look like a cigarette or cigar.

You can also conserve your stash and keep your doses down by using one-hitters. For example, if you’re smoking a bong, pipe, or joint, it’s easy to fill your entire bowl and consume quickly. If your bowl is large, each bowl could hold nearly a gram of bud.

One-hitter only allows you to use a small amount of cannabis at a time, helping you use your minimum effective dose and conserve your stash.

• Cannabis microdosing with one-hitters

Microdosing is easy with one-hitters. Consumers can customize the effects of marijuana with smaller, more precise hits. With its use you can manage your consumption while maximizing your performance.

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What is a chillum?

Originally used by holy men in India, chillums are also known as one-hitters or bats. Simple stone chillums are believed to have been used by Indian holy men for thousands of years and have traditionally had a connection with spirituality and meditation.

Smoked vertically, chill pipes are held in the fist with the bowl sticking out between the middle and ring fingers. You breathe in through the opening made by your index finger. You can also smoke a chillum pipe horizontally like a regular pipe.

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Chillums have become popular over the last few decades as they are known for producing powerful hits that are often stronger than typical hand whistles. As such, chillums are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to the traditional hand pipe and are easy to find in almost every head shop.

In terms of design, chillums are fairly straightforward, making them a good choice for beginners. Chillums do not have a “carburetor” or hole to remove the smoke that has accumulated in the pipe’s chamber. This is why chillums have a stronger punch. But the airflow in the chillum is less controlled than pipes with carbohydrates. As a result, the head of a chillum will burn for as long as its flame burns.

How do you use a chillum?

Chillums are traditionally held between the ring and little fingers, with the hand placed over the end. Use your fist to create a smoke box by cupping your mouth over your hand. It cools the smoke and traps embers, making smoking a more enjoyable experience. Chillums should be lit at 45 degrees to avoid bud loss.

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