🧠Introduction
If you’ve ever heard someone mention buying “a zip,” you might have wondered how much that actually is. Knowing what a zip means is important for anyone who uses, grows, or sells cannabis in the U.S.
In this guide, we’ll explain exactly what a “zip” means, how cannabis is measured, and why proper storage plays a crucial role in preserving freshness and potency.
⚖️ What Is a “Zip” of Weed?
In the cannabis world, a zip means one ounce of weed, which is 28 grams.
The term “zip” originally came from the way an ounce fits perfectly into a ziplock-style bag, which was once the standard for informal cannabis packaging. Even today, it remains one of the most common sizes for purchase in legal dispensaries.
An ounce of cannabis can roll approximately 25–30 joints, depending on how you pack them, making it ideal for regular users or medical patients who prefer buying in bulk.
🌱 Weed Measurements in the U.S.
Weed is typically measured using both imperial and metric systems, ounces and grams. Here’s a simple breakdown used across U.S. dispensaries:
| 1 gram | “G” | 1g | Enough for one joint or bowl |
| Eighth | “⅛” | 3.5g | Most common retail size |
| Quarter | “¼” | 7g | Two eighths |
| Half | “½” | 14g | Half an ounce |
| Ounce / Zip | “Zip” | 28g | Legal limit for most states |
| Pound | “LB” | 448g | 16 ounces; wholesale size |
📦 How Much Does a Zip of Weed Cost?
The price of a zip (ounce) depends on quality, strain, and location.
- Budget strains: $80–$120 per ounce
- Mid-tier flower: $150–$220
- Top-shelf / exotic strains: $250–$350+
Legal markets (like California, Oregon, or Colorado) usually offer better prices than states with stricter supply chains.
đź’¨ How Big Is a Zip Visually?
A zip of weed (28 grams) looks roughly like a filled sandwich bag about the size of an adult fist.
- You can roll about 28–30 medium joints or 14 blunts with it.
- It’s also the maximum amount recreational users can legally possess in most U.S. states.
🧴 How to Store a Zip of Weed the Right Way
Weed begins to lose potency and moisture once exposed to air or light. To preserve your ounce:
✅ Use smell-proof storage bags like Kure Bags’ FlavrSavr™ series, which:
- Maintain humidity to prevent drying.
- Keep odors contained and discreet.
- Preserve terpenes and cannabinoids.
- Prevent weight loss from moisture evaporation.
Kure’s 1-ounce storage bags are designed specifically for cannabis freshness, helping both consumers and dispensaries maintain top-shelf quality longer.
🏛️ Legal Limits Across the U.S.
In most legal U.S. states, adults (21+) can carry up to 1 ounce (a zip) of cannabis for recreational use.
For example:
For example:
- California, Oregon, Colorado: 1 oz limit
- Nevada: 1 oz flower or â…› oz concentrate
- Massachusetts: 1 oz in public, 10 oz at home
Always check your state’s regulations to ensure compliance.
🔚 Conclusion
So, how much is a zip of weed? It’s one ounce, 28 grams, the most popular and legally recognized cannabis measurement in the U.S.
Whether you’re purchasing small personal amounts or managing bulk storage, understanding weed measurements helps you buy smarter, store safer, and maintain quality longer.
With Kure Bags, you’re not just storing weed, you’re protecting it. 🌿