When Infused Pre-Rolls Are Right for the Moment

Although all pre-rolls sold at licensed dispensaries have THC, one type of pre-roll in particular makes for especially powerful liftoff. Infused pre-rolls are considerably higher in THC content than their non-infused counterparts, making them an excellent choice for folks in search of a potent experience. Learn what makes a pre-roll infused, who these cannabis products are good for, and which brands are doing it best.

What are infused pre-rolls?

Infused pre-rolls are pre-rolls that, alongside the usual ground flower, are packed with cannabis concentrates. Sometimes, the concentrate is applied to the outside of the pre-roll.

In terms of how they’re made, the only difference between an infused pre-roll and a regular pre-roll is the added concentrates. As potency goes, though, there’s another important difference: Infused pre-rolls contain much more THC than their non-infused counterparts.

Cannabis flower typically ranges from 15% to 30% in THC content, whereas concentrates contain anywhere from 60% to 90% or more THC content. Add concentrates to the flower in a pre-roll, and that 15% to 30% THC content often approaches or exceeds 40%. That’s considerably more potent than a pre-roll containing solely ground flower.

What types of concentrates are added to infused pre-rolls?

Several of the concentrates that you can buy at a licensed dispensary in New York are also the shining stars of infused pre-rolls. Here are the basics you should know about these concentrates.

Kief

Kief-infused pre-rolls add this concentrate to joints, either by coating the outside of the pre-roll or adding to flower before rolling up.

Where does kief come from? When you grind flower, its trichomes — which are packed with the cannabinoids and terpenes that shape the cannabis experience — fall off. Loose trichomes that accumulate at the base of your grinder are collectively known as the concentrate “kief,” which has around 50% to 80% THC content.

When you buy kief at a dispensary, it’s typically made by dry sifting flower through a series of mesh screens. It’s a solventless concentrate, which means no chemical medium was used to make it.

Hash

The history of hashish, also known as hash, spans millennia. This concentrate, which often contains 40% to 60% THC, is the end product of pressing kief into bricks. Though ancient, hash is today produced via the modern technology of ice water agitation, and the end product is commonly known as bubble hash.

Hash-infused pre-rolls typically add this concentrate to the flower while rolling up.

Distillate

Distillate contains only a single cannabinoid, typically THC, with no other minor cannabinoids, trichomes, or other compounds from cannabis. To make it, flower soaks in a medium like ethanol, and THC is isolated from that mixture. The result is an extract that’s highly potent — as much as 90% pure THC — and is used to add a THC boost to products like pre-rolls. Distillate is either added to flower or applied to the outside of the joint.

Live resin

Live resin is a full-spectrum extract made from fresh-frozen flower. This concentrate is known for preserving all the cannabinoids and terpenes from its source strain, allowing for strain-specific extracts. Like in this Candy Jack infused pre-roll from Florist Farms, this specific strain’s flower is infused with its own live resin extract, amplifying the aromas, flavors, and experience of that particular strain.

Crumble

To create the extract known as crumble, cannabis flower is exposed to hydrocarbons such as butane. The resulting cannabis extract is put through a process that dries it out and creates its unique crumbly texture. It’s this texture that makes crumble easy to distribute throughout flower before rolling. Crumble’s potency is typically 90% THC or greater, adding a nice boost to pre-roll’s THC content.

Diamonds

In some cases, purging cannabis flower of a solvent used to produce oil leaves behind crystals of THCA (the precursor to THC). These crystals are called diamonds, and they’re 99.9% THC — exceptionally potent. Diamonds are highly coveted for their high THC content, and in pre-rolls, they’re distributed in the flower throughout the joint.

Are infused pre-rolls stronger than regular pre-rolls?

You bet. The concentrates added to pre-rolls add a significant amount of THC to regular flower. Expect infused pre-rolls to contain anywhere from 30% to 55% THC. Check the label on the product you’re buying to confirm the THC content per pre-roll.

Who are infused pre-rolls good for?

Infused pre-rolls are worth trying if you enjoy inhaling cannabis, but pre-rolls aren’t as effective as they used to be to achieve your desired effects. For example, if your tolerance built up over time as you’ve made pre-rolls part of your everyday routine, infused pre-rolls might be how you elevate your experience.

You might also like infused pre-rolls if you’ve been embracing vapes or concentrates for a while but still want to enjoy flower. And if you’re spending time with loved ones who are as experienced with cannabis as you are, then multi-packs of infused pre-rolls are perfect for the moment.

Since infused pre-rolls are stronger than regular pre-rolls, those newer to cannabis are best off sticking to regular pre-rolls. And first-timers or those early in their journey have more options than pre-rolls and cannabis flower (though low-THC flower is always beginner-friendly). For example, dosing edibles so that you take a microdose or starter dose may get you exactly where you want to go.

9 infused pre-roll options at The Travel Agency

There’s always something hot on the menu. Check our menu regularly for infused pre-rolls, or sign up for the Travel Club to get the latest on new product drops.

Toast

All of Toast’s 0.5g pre-rolls are infused, usually with diamonds and sold in five-packs, but occasionally with live rosin and sold in two-packs. Expect THC content solidly above 40% — often approaching 45% — and options that may help you feel refreshed and restored, perfectly calm, or deeply euphoric. With flavors and aromas ranging from strawberry and lemon to sugary and woodsy, Toast offers a sensory adventure for everyone.

Dogwalkers

Although Dogwalkers is named for its pre-rolls so small you can finish one while walking your pup, not all its offerings fit this mold. Its Show Dog pre-rolls are instead 1g each, and they’re infused with THC crumble and available in sativa, indica, or hybrid varieties. Their THC content may be as high as 48%, and they’re always made from strain-specific premium flower for truly ascendant travels. Each pre-roll comes with an on-the-go tube for convenience, and a portion of your purchase goes to animal shelters throughout the U.S.

Explore Dogwalkers in greater depth via our Dogwalkers pre-rolls review.

MFNY

MFNY infuses its 0.5g and 0.75g pre-rolls with live resin, taking its offerings to the next level. Choose one of its products with THC content of 36% for a strong but not skyrocketing experience, or go for an option with 51% THC content to instantly soar into the clouds. Embrace classic gas and skunk aromas, or enjoy the sharp edge of citrus and berry flavors. Head ever upward with MFNY’s sativa cultivars, or sink right into your mattress and pillows with its indica strains.

Get to know the full MFNY product line via our MFNY review.

Florist Farms

With 0.5g per infused pre-roll and five pre-rolls per pack, Florist Farms makes quick, potent sessions easy whether you’re alone or with friends. These pre-rolls are infused with live resin, and their THC content ranges in the high-30s to the low-40s, depending on the strain. You may feel more creative and energetic while enjoying citrus and pine flavors, or you may feel nighttime-appropriate relaxation come on while tasting delightfully sweet, sour, and herbal notes.

Florist Farms offers products beyond pre-rolls – explore it all via our Florist Farms review.

Rove

Available as single 1g pre-rolls or five-packs of 0.5g pre-rolls, Rove’s infused line combines the punch of flower with the lift of ice rosin, diamonds, and hash. You’ll encounter THC content in the low to mid-40s range when shopping Rove’s infused pre-rolls, making these infused pre-rolls among the strongest available. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil indica, a cerebral buzz from a hybrid, or a fun and relaxing sativa, Rove makes for smooth sailing.

Rythm

Infused 1g singles from Rythm clock a THC content in the 40% to 50% range while offering a spectrum of flavors, aromas, and potential effects. You’ll find indica cultivars known for relaxation and floral blueberry notes, earthy and sweet sativa strains associated with mood boosts, and focus-forward hybrids with piney, peppery flavors. Pop your pre-roll back into the doob tube it comes in after your sesh for plenty of future moments, or share it with friends for group travels.

Dive deep on RYTHM’s other offerings — vapes and whole flower — via our RYTHM cannabis review.

Miss Grass

Although perhaps best known for its sleekly branded and packaged five-packs of standard pre-rolls, Miss Grass also offers infused 1g singles. The brand, which is on a mission to make people (especially women) good at weed, leverages the purity and power of ice water hash in its indica and sativa-infused pre-rolls. Unwind after a long day or get in the zone while the sun shines strong — with THC content in the mid-30s to the mid-40s, Miss Grass’ infused line is a one-way ticket to your own personal paradise.

Ruby Farms

Available in 10-packs that are ideal for group settings, Ruby Farms’ 0.5g hash-infused pre-rolls have elevated THC content over their non-infused counterparts. Find strains for a boost of happiness, a balance of relaxation and energy, or a burst of creative focus.

Discover the full Ruby Farms product line via our Ruby Farms review.

Her Highness

Known for its cannabis products inspired by women — and engineered by and for women — Her Highness infuses its 0.5g pre-rolls with kief and distillate. Formulated to potentially minimize the munchies, these infused pre-rolls with 38% to 45% THC content may be just the ticket to transport you directly to serenity. Some of these pre-rolls may deliver daytime-friendly uplifting sensations, whereas others may help you feel deeply relaxed right before sleep. Light up, relax, and infuse yourself with bliss.

Learn all about Her Highness’ focus on women via our Her Highness review.

Shop infused pre-rolls at The Travel Agency

Infused pre-rolls belong in every frequent flyer’s stash — and at The Travel Agency, we have options for however you like to depart. Visit one of our four locations to browse our collection yourself or with help from a budtender, or look at our online menu and order weed delivery. Highly potent experiences are just around the corner, whether you’re staying home, venturing out, or heading directly to zen.