{"id":46050,"date":"2025-07-11T16:36:28","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T14:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/?p=46050"},"modified":"2026-10-21T12:30:04","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T10:30:04","slug":"alternatives-to-marijuana-use","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/","title":{"rendered":"Ways to use cannabis without smoking: alternatives and differences"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> the main ways of consuming marijuana besides smoking are vaping, eating (edibles and drinks), sublingual tinctures, concentrates and topical products. They differ a lot in how long they take to work and how long they last: vaping is felt within minutes and lasts 2\u20133 hours; an edible can take up to 2 hours and last 6\u20138. If you want to cut down on smoke, a vaporiser is the most direct alternative to the joint.<\/p>\n<p>More and more members are asking us about alternatives to the traditional joint: to avoid mixing it with tobacco, to look after their lungs, or simply to try something different. In this guide, we look at all the different ways to consume it, how they feel, and what to bear in mind with each one.<\/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\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#Tabla_comparativa_de_formas_de_consumo\" >Comparison table of consumption patterns<\/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\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#1_Fumar_porro_pipa_y_bong\" >1. Smoking: joints, pipes and bongs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#2_Vaporizar\" >2. Spray<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#3_Comestibles\" >3. Groceries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#4_Bebidas\" >4. Drinks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#5_Tinturas_y_aceites_sublinguales\" >5. Tinctures and sublingual oils<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#6_Concentrados_dabs_rosin_wax\" >6. Concentrates: dabs, rosin, wax<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#7_Topicos\" >7. Common topics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#%C2%BFCual_elegir_segun_lo_que_buscas\" >Which one should you choose, depending on what you\u2019re looking for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#Consejos_para_cualquier_forma_de_consumo\" >Tips for any form of consumption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#%C2%BFCual_es_la_forma_menos_danina_de_consumir_marihuana\" >What is the least harmful way to use cannabis?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#%C2%BFVaporizar_coloca_menos_que_fumar\" >Does vaping get you less high than smoking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/alternativas-de-consumo-de-marihuana\/#%C2%BFSe_puede_consumir_cannabis_sin_fumar_en_un_club\" >Is it possible to use cannabis without smoking it in a club?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tabla_comparativa_de_formas_de_consumo\"><\/span>Comparison table of consumption patterns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Form<\/th>\n<th>It\u2019s starting to show<\/th>\n<th>Approximate duration<\/th>\n<th>Easy to measure out<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Joint or pipe<\/td>\n<td>2\u201310 mins<\/td>\n<td>2\u20133 hours<\/td>\n<td>Registration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Flower diffuser<\/td>\n<td>2\u201310 mins<\/td>\n<td>2\u20133 hours<\/td>\n<td>Registration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Concentrates (dabs, rosin)<\/td>\n<td>Immediate<\/td>\n<td>1\u20133 hours<\/td>\n<td>Bass: very powerful<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Groceries<\/td>\n<td>30 mins \u2013 2 hours<\/td>\n<td>6\u20138 hours or more<\/td>\n<td>Decline: the effect is delayed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Drinks<\/td>\n<td>20\u201360 mins<\/td>\n<td>4\u20136 hours<\/td>\n<td>Media<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sublingual tincture<\/td>\n<td>15\u201345 mins<\/td>\n<td>4\u20136 hours<\/td>\n<td>Registration (via drops)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Topical preparations (creams, balms)<\/td>\n<td>Local<\/td>\n<td>Local<\/td>\n<td>No psychoactive effect<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>These are just guidelines: every person and every product is different.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Fumar_porro_pipa_y_bong\"><\/span>1. Smoking: joints, pipes and bongs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This is the best-known method and the one with the most immediate effect. The problem is combustion: the smoke contains tar and other irritants, and in Spain it is very common to mix with tobacco, which adds nicotine and dependence. If you smoke, doing it <strong>without tobacco<\/strong> is already a big change. To do it properly you should grind the weed evenly: we explain how in <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/how-to-grind-without-a-grinder\/\">how to grind without a grinder<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Vaporizar\"><\/span>2. Spray<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The vaporiser heats the herb or extract without burning it, usually to between 170 and 210 \u00b0C, so that the cannabinoids and terpenes are released as vapour. Advantages: there is no smoke, the flavour is much cleaner and you get more out of the herb. At lower temperatures, the aromas are more pronounced and the effect is gentler; at higher temperatures, the effect is stronger and more relaxing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This is the most natural alternative for anyone who smokes joints and wants to give up the smoke. You'll find more detail in our <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/marijuana-vaping-what-you-should-know\/\">marijuana vaporiser<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Comestibles\"><\/span>3. Groceries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brownies, biscuits, sweets, chocolate\u2026 When you eat cannabis, your liver converts the THC into a compound that produces a more intense and longer-lasting effect. That\u2019s why edibles require patience: the most common mistake is to take more because \u00abit\u2019s not doing anything\u00bb, only for both doses to kick in at once. Start with a very small amount and wait at least two hours.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you are interested in cooking with cannabis, take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/cannabis-meals\/\">cannabis food<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/ingested-cannabis\/\">effects of ingested cannabis<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Bebidas\"><\/span>4. Drinks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Infusions, beers and other cannabis drinks. Those made with emulsions act somewhat faster than a solid edible. Be careful with mixes containing alcohol: they increase dizziness. You'll find more information in <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/cannabis-beer\/\">cannabis beer<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/cannabis-alcohol\/\">cannabis alcohol<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Tinturas_y_aceites_sublinguales\"><\/span>5. Tinctures and sublingual oils<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Extracts in oil or alcohol that are placed under the tongue with a dropper. Part is absorbed through the lining of the mouth and the effect arrives sooner than with an edible. They allow precise dosing drop by drop, which is why they are the usual way to take CBD. If you want to know more, read <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/what-is-cbd\/\">what CBD is and what it is used for<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Concentrados_dabs_rosin_wax\"><\/span>6. Concentrates: dabs, rosin, wax<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Extracts with a very high THC concentration that are vaporised at high temperature. The effect is immediate and very intense, so they are not for beginners. Some concentrates are obtained with solvents and others without, such as rosin, which is made using only heat and pressure. More information in <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/cannabis-concentrates-with-and-without-solvents\/\">cannabis concentrates with and without solvents<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Topicos\"><\/span>7. Common topics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Creams, balms and oils that are applied to the skin. They do not enter the bloodstream in significant quantities, so they do not produce any psychoactive effects. They are mainly used to provide local relief and for skin care.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCual_elegir_segun_lo_que_buscas\"><\/span>Which one should you choose, depending on what you\u2019re looking for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>I want to give up smoke but keep the experience:<\/strong> a flower vaporiser.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>I don't want to mix with tobacco:<\/strong> a pure-weed joint with a card filter, or a vaporiser.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>I want a long-lasting effect and don't mind waiting:<\/strong> edibles, starting with very low doses.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>I want to dose precisely:<\/strong> tinctures or a vaporiser.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>I have high tolerance and experience:<\/strong> concentrates, always in moderation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consejos_para_cualquier_forma_de_consumo\"><\/span>Tips for any form of consumption<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Start with a small amount and wait before giving another portion, particularly with food and concentrates.<\/li>\n<li>Do not mix with alcohol during the same session.<\/li>\n<li>Do not drive after drinking.<\/li>\n<li>Keep the products out of the reach of children and pets.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">If you ever overdo it, follow the advice in our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/cannabis-whitey-what-to-do\/\">getting over a whitey<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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%BFCual_es_la_forma_menos_danina_de_consumir_marihuana\"><\/span>What is the least harmful way to use cannabis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Of the various methods of inhalation, vaporisation avoids combustion and is less irritating than smoking. Edibles and tinctures bypass the lungs, but require greater care with regard to dosage.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFVaporizar_coloca_menos_que_fumar\"><\/span>Does vaping get you less high than smoking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Not necessarily. Many people find the effect is cleaner and clearer, but with the same amount of herb, a vapouriser tends to make better use of the cannabinoids.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFSe_puede_consumir_cannabis_sin_fumar_en_un_club\"><\/span>Is it possible to use cannabis without smoking it in a club?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It depends on each association's rules. At The High Class you can ask at the club itself what options are available and how they work. If you are not a member yet, take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/requirements-to-join-an-association-in-barcelona\/\">requirements to join an association<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Respuesta r\u00e1pida: las principales formas de consumir marihuana adem\u00e1s de fumar son vaporizar, comer (comestibles y bebidas), tinturas sublinguales, concentrados y productos t\u00f3picos. Cambian mucho en cu\u00e1nto tardan en hacer efecto y cu\u00e1nto duran: vaporizar [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":46056,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[242],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-46050","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-conoce-el-cannabis"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46050","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=46050"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46050\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":54229,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46050\/revisions\/54229"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/46056"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46050"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=46050"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thehighclassbcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=46050"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}