{"id":45685,"date":"2025-06-29T12:44:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-29T10:44:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/?p=45685"},"modified":"2026-10-21T12:30:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T10:30:03","slug":"how-to-grind-without-a-grinder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/","title":{"rendered":"How to grind without a grinder: 9 home methods that work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> to grind without a grinder, the most practical option is a small pair of scissors inside a shot glass; the finest result comes from a sharp knife and a board; and if you have nothing, your fingers (with well-dried buds). Always remove the stems and break it up before cutting: that way the weed burns evenly and the joint draws better.<\/p>\n<p>A grinder is one of those bits of kit you only realise you\u2019re missing when you don\u2019t have it. Whether you\u2019re travelling, have left it at home or it\u2019s broken, there\u2019s no need to resort to makeshift solutions. Here are the methods that work best, when to use each one, and the most common mistakes people make when grinding weed.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Index<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#Por_que_merece_la_pena_picar_bien_la_hierba\" >Why it\u2019s worth mowing the lawn properly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#9_formas_de_grindear_sin_grinder\" >9 ways to grind without a grinder<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#1_Tijeras_y_vaso_de_chupito_la_mejor_opcion_improvisada\" >1. Scissors and a shot glass (the best makeshift option)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#2_Cuchillo_y_tabla_de_cortar\" >2. Knife and chopping board<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#3_Con_los_dedos\" >3. With your fingers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#4_Molinillo_de_cafe_o_especias\" >4. Coffee or spice grinder<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#5_Rallador_de_queso\" >5. Cheese grater<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#6_Cortador_de_pizza\" >6. Pizza cutter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#7_Mortero\" >7. Mortar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#8_Bote_con_monedas\" >8. Coin jar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#9_Papel_doblado_y_tarjeta\" >9. Folded paper and card<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#Comparativa_rapida\" >Quick comparison<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#Trucos_para_triturar_mejor_un_cogollo\" >Tips for grinding a bud more effectively<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#Errores_habituales\" >Common mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#%C2%BFY_si_quieres_un_grinder_de_verdad\" >What if you want a proper grinder?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#Preguntas_frecuentes\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#%C2%BFSe_puede_picar_marihuana_con_las_manos\" >Can you chop cannabis by hand?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#%C2%BFQue_es_mejor_tijeras_o_cuchillo\" >Which is better, scissors or a knife?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#%C2%BFPuedo_usar_una_batidora\" >Can I use a hand mixer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/como-grindear-sin-grinder\/#%C2%BFComo_de_fina_debe_quedar_la_hierba_para_un_vaporizador\" >How finely should the weed be ground for a vapouriser?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Por_que_merece_la_pena_picar_bien_la_hierba\"><\/span>Why it\u2019s worth mowing the lawn properly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Even burning:<\/strong> with pieces of a similar size, the joint burns evenly and doesn't \u201crun\u201d down one side.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Better draw:<\/strong> not so coarse that it leaves gaps, nor so fine that it clogs the paper or the filter.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>More flavour and less waste:<\/strong> the trichomes, where the cannabinoids and terpenes are, stay on the weed and not on your fingers or the table.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>If you vape<\/strong>, a medium, even grind is essential so that the heat reaches the whole load properly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_formas_de_grindear_sin_grinder\"><\/span>9 ways to grind without a grinder<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Tijeras_y_vaso_de_chupito_la_mejor_opcion_improvisada\"><\/span>1. Scissors and a shot glass (the best makeshift option)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Place the bud in a shot glass or small cup and cut it with a pair of fine-tipped scissors using quick movements, as if you were \u00abchopping\u00bb inside the glass. In 30 seconds you\u2019ll have a fairly even chop and nothing will slip away. It works even better with manicure scissors or small kitchen scissors.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Cuchillo_y_tabla_de_cortar\"><\/span>2. Knife and chopping board<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Break the bud into small pieces and chop it with a very sharp knife, as if you were chopping parsley. This method gives you the most control over the final size. Use a clean, dry chopping board and be careful with your fingers: a blunt knife crushes rather than cuts and is more likely to slip.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Con_los_dedos\"><\/span>3. With your fingers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s the tried-and-tested method. It works well with dry weed: crumble the bud bit by bit, removing stems and seeds. Downsides: the trichomes stick to your fingers, and with damp or very resinous weed, it clumps together.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Molinillo_de_cafe_o_especias\"><\/span>4. Coffee or spice grinder<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It gives quick results, but you need to be careful: a couple of short pulses are enough. If you leave it running, you\u2019ll turn the weed into powder and the joint won\u2019t draw properly. Clean it thoroughly before and after, as the smell and taste linger.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Rallador_de_queso\"><\/span>5. Cheese grater<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Freeze the heart for a few minutes so that it\u2019s firm, then grate it using the fine side. It produces a surprisingly even grind. When you\u2019ve finished, scrape the grater with a card to remove any residue left on the blades.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cortador_de_pizza\"><\/span>6. Pizza cutter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Run the cutter over the core several times in different directions on a chopping board. It\u2019s safe and quick, although it produces slightly more irregular pieces than a knife.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Mortero\"><\/span>7. Mortar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Useful for small quantities. Tap gently and turn the mallet; if you pound too hard, the herbs will become compacted. With very dry herbs, it\u2019s easy to overdo it and end up with them being too fine.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Bote_con_monedas\"><\/span>8. Coin jar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Put the weed in a jar or pill box with a couple of clean coins and shake it vigorously for a minute. The coins act like the blades of a grinder. It\u2019s slower and the result is uneven, but it\u2019ll do the job if you don\u2019t have anything sharp to hand.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Papel_doblado_y_tarjeta\"><\/span>9. Folded paper and card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Fold a piece of paper, put the bud inside, then press and slide along the edge of a card or a lighter. This breaks up the weed without it sticking to your fingers. Good for a quick fix with just one puff.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparativa_rapida\"><\/span>Quick comparison<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Method<\/th>\n<th>Result<\/th>\n<th>Speed<\/th>\n<th>Ideal for<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Scissors + glass<\/td>\n<td>Average, fair<\/td>\n<td>Quick<\/td>\n<td>Joints and a vaporiser<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Knife + chopping board<\/td>\n<td>Refined and controlled<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Thin joints, blunts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fingers<\/td>\n<td>Coarse, uneven<\/td>\n<td>Quick<\/td>\n<td>Pipe or bong, emergencies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Electric grinder<\/td>\n<td>Very delicate (handle with care)<\/td>\n<td>Very fast<\/td>\n<td>Large quantities, cooking<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Grater<\/td>\n<td>Fine and even<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Joints<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pizza cutter<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Quick<\/td>\n<td>General use<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mortar<\/td>\n<td>Fine<\/td>\n<td>Slow<\/td>\n<td>A small amount<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Coin jar<\/td>\n<td>Irregular<\/td>\n<td>Slow<\/td>\n<td>With nothing sharp to hand<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trucos_para_triturar_mejor_un_cogollo\"><\/span>Tips for grinding a bud more effectively<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Remove stems and seeds first.<\/strong> Stems tear the paper, and seeds pop and taste bad.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Break it up before cutting.<\/strong> Separating the bud into pea-sized pieces makes any method more even.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>If it's damp, dry it a little.<\/strong> Leave it out for a few minutes somewhere out of direct light. Never in the microwave: you lose terpenes and flavour.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>If it's very resinous, chill it.<\/strong> Five minutes in the freezer in a sealed container hardens it and makes it easier to grind.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Choose the size according to how you will consume:<\/strong> medium for joints and vaporisers, coarser for a pipe or bong.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Make the most of the pollen.<\/strong> Chop over a clean, folded sheet of paper; at the end, collect whatever is left on it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Errores_habituales\"><\/span>Common mistakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Turning it to powder:<\/strong> it clogs the joint and burns too fast.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Using dirty utensils or ones with food residue:<\/strong> you can taste it.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Crushing instead of cutting:<\/strong> the weed clumps together and doesn't spread evenly.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Chopping it all at once:<\/strong> ground weed loses its aroma sooner. Better to chop only what you are going to use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFY_si_quieres_un_grinder_de_verdad\"><\/span>What if you want a proper grinder?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you consume often, a four-piece grinder with a screen is the most convenient option: it grinds evenly, protects the trichomes and also collects the pollen (kief) in the bottom compartment. Metal ones last for years; wooden or acrylic ones are cheap but wear out sooner. If you are interested in pollen, you'll find more information in <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/what-is-hashish-all-you-need-to-know\/\">what hashish is<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preguntas_frecuentes\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFSe_puede_picar_marihuana_con_las_manos\"><\/span>Can you chop cannabis by hand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, as long as it\u2019s dry. It\u2019s the quickest method without tools, although some of the resin sticks to your fingers and the grind is coarser.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_es_mejor_tijeras_o_cuchillo\"><\/span>Which is better, scissors or a knife?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Scissors in a glass are quicker and tidier; a knife produces a finer, more controlled chop. For a standard joint, scissors are sufficient.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFPuedo_usar_una_batidora\"><\/span>Can I use a hand mixer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can, but only with very short pulses. It\u2019s easy to turn the herb into powder, and you\u2019ll also end up wasting some of the resin on the sides of the glass.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFComo_de_fina_debe_quedar_la_hierba_para_un_vaporizador\"><\/span>How finely should the weed be ground for a vapouriser?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A medium, even grind, with no dust. If it is too fine, it passes through the screen and clogs the device; if it is too coarse, the heat does not reach the centre properly. You'll find more tips in our guide on the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/marijuana-vaping-what-you-should-know\/\">marijuana vaporiser<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you are a member of The High Class and have questions about how best to prepare your consumption, ask the team at the club. And if you want to try other ways of consuming, have a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternatives-to-marijuana-use\/\">alternative ways to consume marijuana<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Respuesta r\u00e1pida: para grindear sin grinder, lo m\u00e1s pr\u00e1ctico son unas tijeras peque\u00f1as dentro de un vaso de chupito; lo m\u00e1s fino, un cuchillo afilado y una tabla; y si no tienes nada, los dedos [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":45689,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[244],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-45685","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guias-basicas"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45685","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45685"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45685\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":54228,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45685\/revisions\/54228"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/45689"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45685"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=45685"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=45685"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}