Native CIgarettes have been a part of the culture of many Indigenous communities in North America for centuries. They are also known as ‘peace pipes’ and they are often used as a way to mark special occasions or show appreciation. They are a unique form of smoking tobacco that has been used for centuries by Indigenous peoples in the United States and Canada. In recent years, however, their use has become more widespread in mainstream culture, with companies producing flavored ‘native cigarettes’ and other products marketed to a younger audience.
What Are Native Cigarettes?
Native cigarettes, also known as kinnikinnick, are cigarettes made from dried and ground leaves, bark, berries, or roots. Depending on the tribe, ingredients may vary greatly. For example, some tribes in the Pacific Northwest use different types of red cedar while others in the Midwest use sunflower leaves or bearberry bark. There are many variations of …