Blunturi: From Ancient Roots to Modern Mysticism
Blunturi refers to the modern, often ritualized practice of consuming cannabis wrapped in tobacco leaves or hemp skins, a tradition that merges ancient herbal ceremonies with contemporary urban culture. Historically, the practice evolved from 19th-century Caribbean traditions where laborers combined indigenous tobacco with imported cannabis to create a slow-burning, communal experience. Today, the term “Blunturi” (a…