An eighth (⅛) is a measurement of cannabis weight. It is the shorthand for “one-eighth of an ounce,” or 3.5 grams. Cannabis shops and dispensaries sell cannabis in a variety of different weights, the most common of which are grams, eighths, quarters, half-ounces, and ounces. Depending on how big the bowl is on your pipe or bong, an eighth of cannabis will typically provide you with seven to ten bowls.“I’m going to pick up an eighth of Bubba Kush at the dispensary.”“You should get a quarter of Bubba Kush, because last time an eighth wasn’t enough.”What is an eighth?An eighth refers to a common weight measurement used when selling cannabis. It equates to one-eighth (⅛) of an ounce by weight, which is approximately 3.5 grams. Just as coffee shops typically sell coffee in 12 oz., 16 oz., and 20 oz. cups, cannabis shops and dispensaries usually sell cannabis flower by specific standardized amounts. These include:One gramAn eighth (3.5 grams)A quarter (7 grams)A half (14 grams)An ounce (28 g...
