How do you smoke herbs?

Smoking herbal blends is a unique smoking experience that’s unlike anything else you’ve ever smoked. 

A lot of that has to do with the way commercial smoking products are produced. More common smokes such as tobacco or cannabis go through a curing process that locks in a bit of moisture to ensure you’re getting the best smoke. 

However, the water vapor collects an ash residue. This is what causes that big cloud of smoke you get when exhaling. This ash can also be harsh on the throat. That vapor causes tobacco and cannabis to need more heat and a heavier lung pull to burn properly. You can feel it in a toke that is heavier and harsher on the lungs.

But Bear Blends doesn’t include that moisture content on our herbal smoking blends – there’s less resistance to burn, resulting in a smoother, gentler hit that’s easier on the lungs. 

The extra heat or pull that normally causes a cigarette to light and hold would cause the herbal blends to singe and negatively affect the taste and the smoking experience. Without the ash, there’s less visible smoke because there isn’t any water vapor to collect the ash, but you are still getting the effects of the herbs. There’s just less ash being inhaled into your lungs, leading to a smoother, gentler toking experience. 

“Sip” Herbs for a Smoother Toking Experience

Our best advice? To get the best toking experience, adjust how you smoke herbs. 

We encourage people to “sip” our herbs rather than inhaling deeply. Smoking herbs is best done as a soothing, meditative experience. It’s more like sipping tea – not chugging a beer. Gently inhale the smoke, let it fill your lungs, and exhale like natural breath. This helps the entire blend burn slowly, smoothly, and evenly.

Pair herbs with your morning coffee, evening cocktail, or a steaming cup of tea. Or you can smoke the herbs by themselves. Smoking herbs is more about the experience – not getting a nicotine fix. Bring your own sense of ceremony and ritual to your toke – make it your own. A good smoke is about stepping out of stress of the world, stepping into ourselves, and appreciating our place in the Universe.

Celebrate wisely and smoke herbs in harmony with the spirit of the wind and the nurturing presence of the Earth.