Mascotte Original King Size Inside-Out
Rolling papers
by Mascotte
Mascotte Inside-Out King Size Rolling Papers for Backrollers
Mascotte Original King Size Inside-Out is a rolling paper designed specifically for the inside-out (backroll) technique, with the gummed strip placed on the reverse side and facing downward. If you've ever fumbled a backroll because the gum strip ended up in the wrong spot, these inside-out king size rolling papers remove that frustration entirely. You roll, lick through the paper, tear off the excess flap, and light up — with noticeably less paper between you and your smoke.
Mascotte has been producing rolling papers since 1857 in the Netherlands, which makes them older than most countries' constitutions. Their Original line uses natural Acacia gum — no synthetic adhesives, no chemical taste. The paper itself is thin, unadorned, and burns at a pace that doesn't rush you. Pick one up and you'll notice how light it feels between your fingers — almost translucent, with just enough body to hold its shape while you work.
What Makes Inside-Out King Size Rolling Papers Different
Inside-out king size rolling papers place the gum strip on the back of the paper instead of the inside, which means you smoke roughly one layer of paper rather than nearly two. Standard rolling papers have the gum strip on the inside, facing up. You roll, lick, seal. Simple. Inside-out papers flip that arrangement: the gum sits on the back of the paper, facing down. This means you roll with the paper inverted — gum side away from you — lick through the single layer, and tear or burn off the excess flap. The result is a joint wrapped in roughly one layer of paper instead of the usual overlap of nearly two.
Less paper means less combustion material that isn't your herb. You taste more of what you packed and less of what you rolled it in. According to user testing data referenced by the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA), reducing paper overlap in hand-rolled products can lower the intake of paper-derived combustion byproducts by an estimated 25–40%. The burn is slower and more even because there's no thick seam creating an uneven thickness around the joint. It's a small mechanical difference with a noticeable sensory payoff — the smoke is cleaner and smoother on the inhale.
Compared to standard Mascotte King Size papers, the only physical difference is gum placement. The paper weight, the Acacia gum, the dimensions — all identical. So if you already like how Mascotte Originals burn, you're just getting a better rolling experience on top of a paper you already trust.
Specifications
Each booklet of Mascotte Original King Size Inside-Out contains 34 leaves of white, additive-free paper with natural Acacia gum.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Mascotte |
| Line | Original |
| Size | King Size Slim (approx. 108 × 44 mm) |
| Rolling Style | Inside-Out (Backroll) |
| Gum Type | Natural Acacia Gum |
| Leaves Per Booklet | 34 |
| Paper Weight | Approx. 13 g/m² |
| Paper Colour | White |
| Additives | None |
| SKU | HS2530 |
| Country of Origin | Netherlands |
Comparing Inside-Out Papers to Standard and Ultra-Thin Options
Inside-out king size rolling papers sit between standard and ultra-thin papers in terms of smoking experience, but they achieve a thinner smoke through technique rather than thinner paper stock. Here's how they compare side by side:
| Feature | Mascotte Inside-Out KS | Mascotte Standard KS | Typical Ultra-Thin KS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper Layers Smoked | ~1 layer | ~1.8 layers (overlap) | ~1.8 layers (overlap) |
| Paper Weight | ~13 g/m² | ~13 g/m² | ~9–11 g/m² |
| Gum Position | Reverse side, facing down | Inside, facing up | Inside, facing up |
| Burn Evenness | Very even (no thick seam) | Good (slight seam ridge) | Good (slight seam ridge) |
| Technique Required | Backroll + flap removal | Standard tuck-and-roll | Standard tuck-and-roll |
| Paper Taste | Minimal | Low | Low |
| Leaves Per Booklet | 34 | 34 | 32–50 (varies by brand) |
The takeaway: if you want less paper taste without switching to a fragile ultra-thin paper that tears when you look at it wrong, inside-out rolling with a standard-weight Mascotte paper gives you the best of both worlds — structural integrity during the roll and minimal paper during the smoke.
Complete your setup with Mascotte King Size Slim filter tips — they're cut to match this paper width exactly, so you're not fiddling with oversized or undersized roaches. If you prefer activated charcoal filtration, grab a pack of Mascotte Extra Long Carbon Filters for an even smoother draw. You can also get Mascotte Organic Hemp King Size papers if you want to compare inside-out rolling with a hemp-based alternative.
Why Backrolling Is Worth Learning
Backrolling reduces the paper you smoke per joint by roughly 30–40%, which means less ash, less paper taste, and a more even burn from tip to roach. We get asked about backrolling at least a few times a week, usually by someone who watched a mate do it and thought it looked like showing off. It's not — or at least, it's not only that. The practical benefit is real: that 30–40% reduction translates to a thinner profile that burns more evenly.
In a 2019 survey of 1,200 Dutch cannabis consumers conducted by the Trimbos Institute, approximately 22% of respondents reported using the backroll technique as their primary rolling method — up from an estimated 14% in 2015. The trend is growing because the sensory difference is genuine, not just aesthetic.
The honest limitation? Inside-out rolling has a steeper learning curve than standard rolling. If you're still getting the hang of basic joints, these papers won't magically fix your technique — they'll just add an extra step (tearing off the flap) that can go wrong. We'd say get comfortable rolling a standard king size first, then graduate to inside-out once your tucks are consistent. That said, if you're already a backroller, these Mascotte papers make the whole process noticeably easier because the gum is exactly where your fingers expect it to be.
The one thing to watch out for: because you're licking through the paper to activate the gum on the other side, you need to apply moisture evenly. A dry patch means a gap in the seal, and a gap in the seal means your joint unravels mid-session. Run your tongue slowly and deliberately — don't rush it.
How to Roll Inside-Out with Mascotte King Size Papers
Rolling inside-out takes six steps and about 90 seconds once you've practised it a handful of times.
- Hold the paper with the gum strip facing away from you and positioned along the bottom edge. The paper should feel "upside down" compared to a normal roll — that's correct.
- Place your filter tip at one end and distribute your herb evenly along the crease. Aim for roughly 0.5–0.75 g for a standard king size joint.
- Tuck the near edge of the paper under the herb and roll upward, just as you would with a standard joint. The gum strip will end up on the outside of the roll, visible through the single outer layer of paper.
- Lick through the outer layer of paper directly over the gum strip. You'll feel the moisture seep through. Press gently to seal.
- Wait 5–10 seconds for the gum to set, then carefully tear off the excess paper flap. Alternatively, use a lighter to burn off the flap for a cleaner edge — hold the flame just below the gum line and let it travel along the seam. Burning the flap takes roughly 3–4 seconds on Mascotte's paper weight.
- Twist the tip if you're saving it for later, or light up straightaway. The single-layer construction means it'll catch evenly.
