Our selection of the best rolling papers: 9 brands worth checking out

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Our selection of the best cigarette papers

There are many options on the market, whether you are rolling for the first time or are a seasoned pro, choosing the right rolling papers is important as it affects the taste, burn and overall experience.

Below you will find our selection of 9 brands of the best rolling papers that excel in quality, materials and packaging style.

Various rolling papers from brands such as RAW, OCB, Smoking, Monkey King, Euphoria, The Bulldog, Royal Queen Seeds, Prague Filters & Papers, and Ziggi

1. RAW: an American legend among rolling papers

RAW is a legendary brand from the USA, founded around 2005. It was created by enthusiast Josh Kesselman. Although RAW is American in origin, the papers themselves are manufactured in Alcoy, Spain, in a paper mill that is over 100 years old and has a long tradition of producing smoking papers.

RAW came to the market with a revolutionary idea: to produce completely natural papers without bleaching or chemical additives.

The typical brown RAW papers are made from unrefined plant fibres (hemp or other cellulose) and have a special watermark for even burning. This means they do not distort the taste of the smoked material and burn beautifully slowly. The RAW brand is also renowned for its involvement in environmental and charitable projects.

Their portfolio includes a wide range of papers in various sizes and materials. The RAW Organic Hemp series made from organic hemp and the extra-thin RAW Black series for connoisseurs are very popular.

Connoisseur is a great choice for beginners and advanced users alike – it contains papers and filters together. If you want everything in one, try RAW Black Connoisseur 1¼, which contains 32 extra-thin papers and 32 filters. The range also includes pre-rolled RAW cones, cone filters and original RAW tips and pre-packaged filters.

RAW also offers other accessories, such as rolling trays, ashtrays and a tool for rolling king size cone cigarettes.

You can’t go wrong with RAW if you’re looking for the most natural smoking experience possible.

2. Smoking: a Spanish classic with over a century of tradition

You may have seen the iconic red or blue packet with the word “Smoking” on it. The Smoking brand is one of the largest and oldest manufacturers of smoking accessories in the world. Its history began in the 19th century in Spain. The brand was created by the Miquel y Costas family from Catalonia and was officially established in 1929.

Since then, Smoking has been supplying the whole world with its rolling papers, cigarette tubes, filters, rolling machines and other accessories. Smoking rolling papers are available in various sizes, thicknesses and flavours to suit different smoking preferences.

Smoking divides its rolling papers into several product lines.

For example, Smoking De Luxe (black packaging) are ultra-thin King Size papers that have been loved by people all over the world for their slow burning and minimal ash. Also available with filters or as rolls.

Smoking Blue (blue packaging) are classic thin papers. The pack also includes a clever warning that the last few papers are a different colour. So you’ll know when it’s time to get a new pack. This range is also available with filters.

The Smoking Brown range offers unbleached hemp or cellulose papers with natural gum. They burn more slowly and contain no chlorine. Want a set with filters? Go for Smoking Brown King Size with filters – a pack of long unbleached papers and perforated filters ready to tear off.

Whether you’re a novice or a veteran, Smoking has something for you, offering proven quality that has been tested by generations of smokers.

3. OCB: French tradition and organic innovation

OCB is also one of the oldest brands on the market, with a history dating back to 1918 in France. The name OCB reflects the initials of the Odet-Cascadec-Bolloré factory, and in over 100 years it has built a reputation as a leading manufacturer of cigarette papers.

OCB is renowned for its wide range of materials and paper types: it produces short and King Size papers, classic white and unbleached papers, and papers made from pure cellulose, flax, rice or hemp.

Today, OCB is internationally popular not only among beginners but also experienced smokers, mainly because it combines traditional quality with modern eco-friendly lines.

OCB keeps up with current trends, so you can buy organic hemp papers, for example. These are made from 100% organic hemp, unbleached and extra thin for the purest smoke possible.

Looking for a natural experience? Choose the OCB Organic Hemp King Size + filters pack, which includes long unbleached papers and filter tips.

Another hit is the OCB Virgin range with filter tips, which are also unbleached brown papers with a slightly porous surface for a smoother smoke.

New from OCB are Gold Slim King Size rolling papers, made from extra-thin, natural paper that guarantees slow and even burning.

Everyone will find something they like at OCB. Whether you prefer classic or modern eco-friendly options, the quality is always top notch.

4. Monkey King: a young creative brand from Spain

Monkey King builds on more than 75 years of tradition in the printing and paper industry. The brand was born in a family-owned printing company, which over time transitioned from classic printing to the production of modern, attractively designed cigarette papers.

This Spanish company brings innovation and excellent quality to the market at an affordable price. Monkey King uses high-quality materials and environmentally friendly processes, so most of its papers are unbleached. The products show a desire to experiment with design and editions: their limited series with unique prints and scents are great for collectors and anyone who likes original pieces with a distinctive style.

In addition to classic unbleached papers (e.g. Monkey King Psychodelic Wood – natural brown King Size Slim papers), the range also includes scented and flavoured papers.

The range includes fragrant filter papers – a special edition with mojito or fruit scents. For example, Monkey King filter papers (energy scent) combine King Size papers and perforated filters in one pack with a light energy drink scent.

This will be especially appreciated by beginners – everything is ready to go and the scent can mask the smell of smoke. You can choose from several scents such as ice peach, red lollipop, red cola, cookies and more.

The range even includes papers with filters that glow in the dark, papers in various colours (pink, orange, green and more), ultra-thin, hemp or unbleached papers, and fun trial kits in several attractive designs, which include a tray with a grinder, papers, filters and a lighter. There are also separate filters, pocket ashtrays, tobacco pouches and tin metal boxes.

Monkey King simply makes packaging fun. What’s more, the quality of the papers is on par with established brands, so if you like to try something new and original, Monkey King products are the way to go.

5. Euphoria: cigarette papers with original prints

Euphoria is a modern Czech brand that you probably know from other cannabis products (cookies, chocolates, lollipops, etc.).

In its range of papers, Euphoria profiles itself as a manufacturer of premium rolling accessories with an emphasis on design. It offers ultra-thin, slow-burning papers made from 100% natural fibres with Arabic gum. The brand sources its raw materials in Europe and pays close attention to the quality of its processing.

Euphoria is characterised by colourful and imaginative paper packaging – the editions have names such as Psychedelic, Mystical, Vibrant, Whimsical and Groovy with original prints. The papers are available in King Size with or without filters.

For example, Kingsize Slim Psychedelic + filters is a set of 32 papers and 32 tips in one pack.

The classic Euphoria ultra-thin papers (32 pcs) are translucent, lightweight and guarantee slow burning without added flavour.

The range also includes carbon filters, which will be appreciated not only by experienced users who want an unusual experience, but also by all smokers who prefer a slightly less harmful smoking experience.

Euphoria combines attractiveness with functionality. Do you like colourful designs? Then not only the papers, but also the rolling trays and grinders from Euphoria are just right for you.

6. The Bulldog: an iconic brand from Amsterdam

The Bulldog brand is renowned throughout cannabis culture. It was the first coffee shop in Amsterdam, founded back in 1975. Founder Henk de Vries named the business after his bulldog Joris, who also became the inspiration for the brand logo. The small coffee shop gradually grew into a brand that includes bars, hotels and, of course, smoking accessories.

In addition to operating famous coffee shops, The Bulldog also creates its own line of smoking products and offers everything from bongs to hats and backpacks.

The Bulldog produces white (bleached) and brown (unbleached) versions, King Size Slim and regular sizes.

Among users, The Bulldog Silver papers are well known, which are thin silver King Size Slim papers that are also sold in a set with filters.

The brand also offers brown unbleached papers (Brown) for a natural experience and separate filters. Fans of this brand will appreciate that they can also purchase stylish grinders, protectors, lighters and ashtrays with the Bulldog logo.

The Bulldog is a safe bet and great fun, especially if you have a soft spot for iconic coffee shop culture.

7. Royal Queen Seeds: royal papers from a seed bank

Royal Queen Seeds (RQS) is one of Europe’s largest cannabis seed banks, originally from the Netherlands, founded around 2007. In addition to seeds and growing supplies, they have also expanded their range to include smoking accessories, including their own rolling papers.

RQS aims for high quality and wants to provide its customers with a complete service from seed to joint. Their papers perfectly complement the lifestyle of cannabis enthusiasts and are made from eco-friendly materials.

Their range includes Royal Queen Seeds Eco-Friendly Rolling Papers 110×45 mm, which are long King Size papers made from organic fibres (unbleached hemp) and glued with natural gum. These papers are brown in colour and contain no chemicals, making them ideal for anyone who prefers the most natural smoking experience possible.

Hemp cigarette papers, 110×45 mm with filters, and unbleached cigarette papers, 111×53 mm with filters, are also available.

RQS has also added limited edition printed papers with motifs to its range. RQS Printed Organic Papers feature non-toxic soy ink, which gives the papers stylish banana or watermelon motifs.

Royal Queen Seeds papers offer top quality with an eco-friendly approach. If you value the reputation of this brand and want “royal” papers, be sure to give them a try.

8. Prague Filters & Papers: Czech quality with a filter included

We must not forget the Czech brand Prague Filters & Papers, which was founded in 2011. As the name suggests, the company is based in Prague and specialises in premium filter papers. Their philosophy is to offer a complete set, so most packs contain a certain number of papers and the same number of filters. This means you don’t have to worry about filters separately, as you have everything you need in one place.

Prague Filters & Papers emphasises top-quality materials and workmanship: the papers are ultra-thin, burn beautifully and the glue (Arabic gum) has high adhesion. The papers are mostly unbleached and the entire package is designed with sustainability in mind.

What makes Prague papers special? For example, they contain more papers than is standard; the Prague King Size pack has 40 papers instead of the usual 32, and the paper is tens of percent more resistant to moisture than the competition.

Try Prague Filters and Papers unbleached set 40+40. You will get 40 long unbleached King Size Slim papers + 40 filters in one pack at a very affordable price.

This set is praised not only by beginners, because it has everything you need and the paper is easy to roll thanks to its low weight, but also by advanced users who appreciate the slow, even burn and clean taste of the chlorine-free paper.

Prague Filters & Papers also manufactures rolls (so-called endless rolls of paper). If you like to support Czech quality, these papers with filters will not disappoint you.

9. Ziggi: style, innovation and sustainable production from Europe

Ziggi Papers was founded in the early 1990s by Žiga Nahtigal (aka “Ziggi Man”), who wanted to revolutionise the world of hand-rolled cigarettes. The brand quickly spread through urban culture, roots music, reggae and art, becoming more than just a cigarette paper manufacturer: a social phenomenon that combines quality, creativity and community.

Ziggi uses FSC and ISO certified materials, and its papers and filters are manufactured exclusively in Europe, specifically in the foothills of the Julian Alps in Slovenia. This is also where their factory is located, which operates according to modern standards while respecting sustainability. They even have patented packaging that serves as a rolling tray.

The range includes Ziggi Original Double, 64 rolling papers + 64 filters, which are made from transparent virgin pulp and natural Arabic glue for clean and smooth rolling.

Wide Extra Special Edition offers 32 papers, 32 filters and a patented tray for convenient rolling. The papers are made from 100% organic hemp with natural Arabic gum.

Also worth mentioning is the beautifully designed limited edition in King Size Slim, including filters and a rolling mat. And there are also brown papers with filters, made from unbleached virgin pulp with natural Arabic gum.

Ziggi combines European quality, style and practicality in one. If you want papers with a touch of creativity, then these are the obvious choice.

How to choose the right papers and filters

The choice of papers and filters depends on your preferences and experience. Below are the main factors you should consider.

Size of papers

The most common sizes are:

  • Single Wide (regular): length approx. 68–70 mm, width 34–37 mm
  • King Size papers: length approx. 100–110 mm, width 55–60 mm
  • 1 ¼ (medium): length 76–78 mm, width 45–48 mm
  • 1 ½ : length 76–78 mm, width 60–62 mm
  • Double Wide: length 76–78 mm, width 63–88 mm
  • Rolls (endless rolls of paper) from which you can tear off any length.

The dimensions mentioned are approximate and vary depending on the manufacturer.

Beginners may prefer shorter papers, which are easier to handle. Experienced smokers usually go for large King Size papers or rolls so they can roll longer cigarettes and joints according to their preferences.

Thickness and burning speed

The thickness of the paper affects how quickly the cigarette will burn. Ultra-thin papers burn more slowly and have less impact on the taste – they are suitable for those who want the purest smoke possible.

On the other hand, thicker papers (known as free-burning) burn faster and are easier to roll (they are stronger and less likely to tear), which may suit beginners.

Paper material

Classic papers are made of cellulose (wood pulp), but rice or hemp papers are also very common.  There are also transparent cellulose papers that do not contain any paper at all – they burn more slowly and provide an interesting aesthetic effect (a completely transparent joint).

  • Hemp papers are often unbleached and appeal to fans of natural products and slower burning.
  • Rice papers are usually extra thin and almost transparent.

It is entirely up to you which material you prefer. If you care about the environment, choose unbleached, chlorine-free papers, ideally made from organically grown fibres (such as those offered by OCB, RAW or Royal Queen Seeds in their “organic” editions).

Filters and tips

Using a filter improves the experience and protects your fingers from burns. You can choose simple paper filters (tips) that you roll from the attached strip of paper, or pre-packaged, reusable or so-called smart filters from Rolls.

For even more effective filtration, there are carbon filters filled with activated carbon. These significantly soften the smoke and are especially appreciated by more demanding users who want to minimise the amount of tar and odour.

Beginners usually start with ordinary paper filters – they are cheap and easy to use. It is all a matter of user preference.

Conclusion

There is a wide range of different papers on the market, and the choice depends on the user’s requirements.

For beginners, papers that are easy to roll and forgive minor mistakes are suitable. More classic or slightly thicker papers are ideal – for example, the Smoking Blue range, OCB Virgin, fragrant Monkey King papers or Connoisseur from RAW.

If you are a beginner, be sure to consider a pack that includes filters. Excellent choices include The Bulldog Silver + filters, Prague Filters & Papers 40+40 or the limited edition from Ziggi, which includes filters and a rolling mat. You have everything you need in one place and can fully concentrate on your rolling technique. Don’t be afraid to use pre-rolled cones – there’s nothing wrong with that.

Remember that practice makes perfect; the beginnings are often clumsy, but with quality tools, it will be much easier.

If you are an advanced user, you probably already know what suits you best. Nevertheless, we recommend that you don’t be afraid to discover new gadgets. Have you tried carbon filters yet? You may be surprised at how much smoother they make the smoke.

Whether you choose a tried-and-tested classic from OCB, Smoking or RAW, give the new products from Monkey King a try, or opt for the Czech brand Prague Filters & Papers, you are sure to find the right product for your rolling style and taste in our range.

FAQ

Take a look at other questions that interest you most in relation to this topic.

1. What is the best size for rolling papers?

It depends mainly on your preferences and also on what you are rolling and how much you want to smoke.

  • Regular (classic) papers are great for quick, short smokes.
  • Medium (1 ¼): offers more space than Regular, but is still easy to roll.
  • 1 ½: suitable for those who want a slightly wider paper and more filling.
  • Double Wide: offers a lot of space, but is more difficult to roll into a tight shape, especially for more experienced hands.
  • King Size: most popular for rolling herbs or sharing.
  • Rolls: best for those who want to choose the exact length.

We recommend beginners start with Regular or King Size Slim – they are easy to work with and offer a good balance between length and ease of rolling.

2. What are the alternatives to rolling papers?

  1. Pre-rolled cones

These are ready-made paper tubes, often with a filter – all you have to do is fill them with your mixture. They save you time and effort, and the result is a perfectly straight joint without any skill required.

Cones are a great gadget for beginners: instead of practising rolling, you simply fill the cone.

  1. Special wraps

Natural wraps made from plant leaves are an alternative to paper. These wraps do not contain tobacco or chemicals.

Palmero Palm Leaf Wraps are 100% natural palm leaf tubes with a corn filter, hand-rolled and slow-burning. These wraps do not require any glue (they hold their shape on their own) and burn even slower than rolling papers.

The range includes:

If you want to try something completely different and as natural as possible, Palmero palm leaves are a great choice – they provide a smooth smoke and an exotic experience.

3. What is the difference between bleached and unbleached papers?

  • Bleached papers are usually white and have undergone a chemical process (often using chlorine) to obtain their colour.
  • Unbleached papers are naturally brown to yellowish in colour and do not contain any chemicals. They burn more slowly, taste more natural and are gentler not only on your health but also on the environment.

4. What is the difference between tips, filters and carbon filters?

  • Tips are paper strips that serve as mouthpieces. They do not trap tar, but they strengthen the cigarette and prevent crumbs from falling out.
  • Filters trap more harmful substances and allow temperature control. Rolls offers smart filters in several sizes.
  • Carbon filters contain activated carbon and filter more effectively.

5. How should I store papers so they don’t get damp or lose their stickiness?

Store papers in a dry, cool place away from direct light. Ideally, keep them in their original packaging, which protects them from moisture. If you take them outside, we recommend a metal or plastic case to prevent them from getting crumpled or sticking together.

 

Author: Patricie Mikolášová

 

 

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