10 MG Edible VS Joint: What’s More Potent?

Joints and edibles are two really common ways to consume cannabis. 

Both edibles and joints offer their own unique benefits but how exactly does a 10mg edible compare with a one gram joint? Is one stronger than the other? Do they offer similar effects? 

If you’re new to cannabis and wondering what the difference is between edibles and joints are, we’ve got you covered. 

Keep the following differences in mind between 10mg edibles vs joints the next time you’re at the dispensary so you can make the best decision for your personal canna consumption needs.

Key Takeaways: 10 MG Edibles VS Joints

• The effects of joints can be felt almost instantly.
• Edibles can take up to an hour or more to kick in. 
• The effects of a 10mg edible will last longer than the effects of a joint because of the way they’re processed in the body.

How Strong Is A 10 MG Edible Gummy?

A 10mg edible gummy may not seem like a lot. But if you’re new to edibles, it may hit you harder than you think.

Typically, 10mg is considered a moderate dose for a Delta 9 edible.

In my experience, you may feel effective relief from pain, nausea, and anxiety symptoms, as well as increased feelings of euphoria and bliss. A 10mg edible is definitely strong enough for the average cannabis consumer to feel some intoxication.

That said, as a daily cannabis enthusiast, a 10mg edible dose barely phases me. But other times, whether due to lack of sleep or food in my belly, 10mg will knock me out. 

I have noticed though, that when I eat an edible made with milk chocolate, I seem to get a lot higher than I do when I consume cannabis gummies. This is likely due to the fact that THC is fat-soluble and is stored in the body’s fatty tissues.

It enters the bloodstream slowly for up to two days after consumption when combined with other fats like milk chocolate. The slow release might be why I like it so much. And I thought it was just the chocolate! 

I recommend trying gummies, drinks, chocolate edibles, and suckers and seeing which offers the effects you desire.

There are a few different factors when it comes to how strong a 10mg edible is, including: 

• Tolerance level
• Age, weight and metabolism 
• The type of edible (gummies, chocolate, gum, etc.)

Keep in mind that every person will react differently. 

If you’re new to edibles, 10mg might be too strong. I recommend you take no more than 5mg at a time. Wait an hour or so, and if you don’t feel anything, take another 5mg.

Do not overdo it because you think your edibles aren’t working.

Greening out is real, and it can be a very uncomfortable experience. 

I’ve made the mistake before of thinking my edibles weren’t working. Let’s just say after eating 100mg I became extremely paranoid and the experience wasn’t pleasant in the slightest. 

Trust me. There’s a reason it’s recommended to “start low and go slow” when it comes to cannabis consumption. You can definitely overdo it. Especially with edibles.

How Potent Is a Joint?

When you smoke the average joint (and no, I am not talking about a 7-gram blunt), the effects are likely similar to how you’d feel from a 10mg edible. 

But when you smoke weed, it enters the body differently compared to eating it. When you smoke a joint, it enters your lungs and hits the bloodstream almost immediately before quickly reaching the brain. 

This is why you feel the effects of a joint so fast. 

When considering the potency of the average joint, a person’s tolerance needs to be taken into consideration. For instance, I can’t even handle a quarter of what my boyfriend smokes. 

When smoking your first joint, don’t be a hero. Take a couple small hits and wait to see how that affects you before smoking more. You don’t need to smoke the whole thing, either! You can put your joint out and save it for later. If you’re new to cannabis, a couple hits off a joint should really be all you need.

10 MG Edible VS Joint

What exactly is the difference between 10mg edibles vs the average joint? 

Let’s take a look. 

Product Content

When you smoke a gram of cannabis flower in a joint, you’re getting a “full spectrum” high. That means your flower contains THC, CBD, and all the other cannabinoids and terpenes in cannabis that lend to its unique effects.

However, unless your edible specifically states that it is full spectrum, it usually only contains THC. This is great, but you won’t reap the entourage effect found in your typical joint. 

The biggest difference between a joint and an edible? Edibles can be made with different concentrates like distillate, rosin, hash, isolate and others.

Effects

The effects of the two products are also somewhat different. 

Edibles often take longer to kick in than joints, but metabolize much slower and more consistently. 

When you eat cannabis your body metabolizes THC into 11-hydroxy-THC, which is stronger than D9 THC. If you’re new to cannabis, consider that ingesting 10mg of an edible will probably produce stronger effects in the long run than a few hits off the joint. 

Overall, the effects for both are relatively similar. Some say that with an edible, however, you feel a much stronger body high.

Duration

When you smoke a joint, you will feel the effects almost immediately. These effects typically last from 1-3 hours. 

When ingesting THC via an edible, you will typically feel the effects within 30 minutes up to two hours after consumption. Full effects peak about four hours after consumption and can last up to 12-48 hours.

Pros of Edibles

• Discreet with no smoke
• Long-lasting effects
• Strong body high

Cons of Edibles

• Hard to judge how they’ll affect you
• You may feel effects longer than you want (like even the next day)

Pros of Joints

• Effects are felt almost instantly
• The effects don’t last as long as edibles
• It’s a natural way to enjoy cannabis

Cons of Joints

• The peak effects only last an hour or so
• Difficult to gauge how much THC you’re actually consuming

5 MG Edible VS Joint

We determined that a 10mg edible is more likely to be stronger than a joint. 

But what about a 5mg edible? 

In this case, it’s likely the joint will have a more powerful effect. 

Effects

With a 5mg edible, the effects would likely be less intense. But consumers should experience stronger pain and anxiety relief than a microdose of 2.5mg, making a 5mg edible perfect for medical patients who don’t want to get inebriated. 

A joint would likely cause much stronger effects than a 5mg edible. 

Duration

With a 5mg edible dose, how long you feel the effects will likely be shorter than a 10mg dose.

How much the length of the experience will decrease depends on a few things, particularly your tolerance, metabolism and the ingredients in the edible.

Pros of 5mg Edibles

• Great dose for beginners
• Remain sociable while high
• May help promote a peaceful night’s sleep

Cons of 5mg Edibles

• Not great for medical patients
• May need to take more to feel desired effects

But which is stronger? The 5mg edible or the gram joint?

Hands down, the joint is the stronger of the two. 

Edible Or Joint: Which Is Best for Me?

If you’re looking for a cannabis product that’s as natural as it comes, a nice doobie of cannabis flower is definitely your best option. Joints are also one of the most classic methods of cannabis consumption.

Edibles are also a great option when it comes to cannabis consumption, though. And the effects tend to last a lot longer than a joint. 

Who Should Take Edibles?

•  Individuals who desire long lasting effects
• People who don’t like smoking
• People who don’t wish to vape
• Medicinal users
• Recreational users

Who Should Smoke a Joint?

• People who want to consume cannabis naturally
• Individuals that enjoy smoking
• Folks interested in immediate effects
• Medicinal users who want instant relief

Wrapping Up: 10MG Gummies VS Joint

There’s quite a few differences when it comes to 10mg gummies and 1 gram joints. 

Both contain the coveted benefits of cannabis, but that’s where the similarities stop. Not only do 10mg edibles take longer to kick in than joints, the effects last a lot longer when you do start to feel them. 

When it gets right down to it, 10mg gummies will have stronger effects for a longer duration than a joint ever will. 

That said, the effects of a joint can be felt almost immediately. And while you won’t stay high for hours on end like you might with an edible, smoke the entire joint and you’re going to get pretty lit.

At the end of the day, it all comes down to your personal preference. A joint will have you high almost instantly, while that 10mg gummy will take a while. If you’re not into smoking, however, a 10mg gummy will certainly get the job done.