Hawaii shisha

Just picked up some Hawaii shisha today. I have a few different flavors so I will be testing them tonight and through the week. Hopefully, I will not be disappointed.

AF fresh mist and orange

So I picked up some Fresh mist by Al Fakher and I decided I needed to mix it with something. Orange was the best. For those of you who have not tried Fresh Mist, I highly recommend it, and the flavor is blueberry with a hint of mint. Orange complements this flavor really well and relaxes you completely. A 70/30 ratio of orange to mist is the best combination. The flavor of the fresh mist can be very overpowering if the ratio is too high. It hits the back of your throat very hard and will make you cough. But if you mix it correctly, it is delicious. You can taste the blueberry as you inhale and the orange as you exhale. I suggest drinking a blue moon while smoking this because the orange will complement the flavor of that. I give this mix a 5/5 and highly recommend it to any smoker. You will throughly enjoy it and personally, this is my new favorite flavor.

Stay smokey people!
-the hookah dude.

The White RYNO

So this is actually a mix I threw together one night at the hookah bar near my college... Its a delicious blend of Rose, Jasmine, and Peach shisha, placed in a pineapple hat (fruit hat optional, tastes amazing with or without.) The mix itself is not to have a very fruity taste, it has slight fruit undertones due to the peach. The mix tastes more like a tea due to the more earthy flavors of the Rose and Jasmine shisha. I would recommend this for more experienced hookah smokers, mainly because it can start giving you a coughing fit easier (trust me, it happened to my friend... very inexperienced hookah smoker), and it gives you a pretty intense head rush really fast (reason why it is called the RYNO.)

Vanilla coconut

So before I went to smoke this combination, my expectations may have been a bit high. This combination did not meet them but, it is still a decent mix. The flavors of the coconut and vanilla are mello, but as the bowl progresses, it starts to lessen. The coconut is very nice as you inhale, and as you exhale, you get a very nice vanilla flavor. I did a 50/50 mix, so I have learned that I have to scale down the vanilla a bit to make the mix a bit better. All in all, this is a mix that I would rate very well, but with a 50/50 ratio, I would give it a 3.5/5. With a bit more testing, Mabey around the 70/30 mark, this mix will rate up to about a 4.3/5. Still, if you are looking for a nice flavor, I would suggest this.

Vanilla cappuccino

So I purchased a 250 of AF cappuccino and a 250 of starbuzz vanilla, and all I need to say is Starbucks. It is an amazing combination of flavor that makes me feel like I am sitting in a Starbucks sipping on a coffee. Definately a good mix, but with one major downfall. The cappuccino shisha burns fast. By itself, it will be cooked within 45 minutes. Adding vanilla to the mix gives the bowl about 15-30 minutes more(depending on how fast the hose is going around a room). I would rate this mix a 4.5/5. Still, highly suggest this for those coffee lovers out there.

Coconut-peach

So haven't posted for a bit, but I have been broke recently and just made some cash. I picked up a 250 of peach and coconut from al Fakher and mixed them together. It is a perfect compliment of flavors. The coconut taste when you inhale, and when you exhale, a nice peachy taste. The mix is also very aromatic and enjoyable. For spending 30 bucks, this is one of the best dual mixes I have tried. I would suggest this to any smoker. If you have any comments or questions about shisha, hookahs or what flavors would mix well, shoot me an email at blnmoxie@gmail.com. If you have a question, make sure you leave me your email so I can respond to you.
Stay smokey,
Hookah Dude

Starbuzz: Queen of Sex

So I picked up a 100g of starbuzz's Queen of Sex and I can sum up the taste and smell in one word. Skittles. This flavor is delicious. It is basically like smoking skittles. This is one of starbuzz's best flavors. It is a long lasting smoke with a bold cloud. I would give this flavor a 4.7/5 and I highly recommend this to the smoker who enjoys fruity flavors.

Stay smokey-
TheHookahDude

Starbuzz: CocoJumbo.

So I went browsing for a tropical shisha, and I happened upon this. Figured why not? Only 18 bucks. Got back to the appartment and tried it out. IT BLEW MY MIND! This flavor is amazing. You get the full flavor of coconut, with a nice undertone of lime. Thick smoke, great price, and it lasts a while, even on a light pack. I would give this flavor 5/5. I highly suggest picking some up next time you are looking for new flavors.

Dragon's jumbo coco.

So I just picked up a 50g of dragons breath, and figured I would mix it with starbuzz's coco jumbo. By itself, cocojumbo is pretty heavy into coconut flavor, but mixed together with dragon's breath, it mellows out the coconut. A 50/50 ratio makes this mix work very well. The dragon's breath adds a hint of fruit into the coconut, and does not erase the undertone of lime from the cocojumbo. This flavor makes for a very good smoke, with profound flavor and a very rich smoke. The lime is also a great addition to any drink and truly shines when accompanied by a fine beer. It is well worth the 30 bucks it takes to mix 500g(250g of each). I give this mix a 4.3/5. The reason why, nothing is ever perfect. The only way something can earn a 5/5 is if it passes all expectations and is more than it seems. I would suggest this mix for the person who like to mix and match. It is a perfect combination, and will satisfy any hookah-goer. -thehookahdude.

Romman Lemon Mint

So after getting done with a bowl of Romman's Lemon-Mint, I can say that for me, it is not great. The flavor is a bit bland, it is also a bit gritty. When I was packing the bowl I could feel grit in the molasses and, after smoking it for 15 minutes, I could taste and feel it as well. Overall, not a great way to spend 12 bucks. If you are going for a flavor combination of lemon and mint, your best bet would be to purchase Al Fakher mint, and some other brand of lemon shisha.

Crazy camel: super mix

So still at the camel and I tried doubling down on their 2 house flavors Zombie and Reo. Delicious. And thus the new flavor Brazillian zombies has been born. Swing on by and try it out for yourselves.

Meanwhile, at the camel...

So I'm back at the camel and we are having a mix of berry and melon and I must say, for 45 minutes into the session, the flavor is still very good. Thick smoke with a full flavor long into the session makes for one good mix. More to come.

Crazy Camel, Manchester NH.

So I'm chilling at the CC, and I got 2 of their house mixes. California and Zombie. California is ok, not that amazing. It's basically a blend of some really bland flavors that die out about mid session. Zombie on the other hand, very nice. Minty undertones cool and refresh, while the other flavors sit beautifully in the mix. For anyone in the Manchester area, the camel is the place to go for a good smoking experience. I would rate zombie a 4/5 and California a 2/5. With over 30 different mixes to choose from, plus all the single flavors, their extensive stock of flavors will blow your mind.

The Flavors of Ice Cream...

So after going to the Black Myst tonight to watch the Lakers game, I received a combination that was absolutely marvelous. The shisha combination was a mixture of strawberry and mango, but instead of having ice water in the base (though good it would be) I substituted milk. The milk gave me a larger amount of smoke, and when combined with the sweet aroma and palette from the strawberry, the tang of mango, and the creamy taste of the milk gave off the feeling of a nice dish of ice cream. The strawberry is the main flavor you taste right away, but the mango after taste leaves you with wanting to go to your nearest grocer and purchase the largest tub of ice cream that money can buy. Overall I would recommend this to people who have been smoking for a while, because it does hit you hard. I would rate this a 5 star combination that you should definitely get your hands on.

The Vortex Bowl

So, for those of you who loose flavor because of the molasses dripping through your bowl, here is how to solve that. The Vortex Bowl. This bowl has a central "pillar" with the holes in it. So that way the molasses stays in the bottom and you get the most flavor from your shisha. It's about 10-15 bucks(depending where you get it, plus tax, ect.) but it is 100% worth it. It also is very good with dividing the heat from the coal amongst all the shisha, not just in one section like classic Egyptian bowls. I prefer to use one coal on the middle pillar just to cook the shisha a bit and get some smoke going, then when that first coal is about 1/2 way burnt, light another and put one on each side. Once the coals burn down to 1/2, and the other is done, light another coal and put them on the sides of the bowl that had no coals on them. It gives the best smoke and keeps a good rotation of heat going. I suggest this bowl to anyone who enjoys a good, long smoke.

Stay Smokey People!
-hookah dude.

E-Hookahs

So me and some friends went up to Canada for the day and on the way back we stopped at a gas station. They had some E-Hookahs there so my friend picked one up. I gave it a try and all I need to say is that it is the full hookah flavor, without any tobacco or nicotine. It is perfect for people who are trying not to smoke but want to smoke hookah, in public places where you cannot smoke cigarettes or hookahs under normal circumstances, or if you are just out for a walk and feel like smoking a hookah. For about 6-8 bucks (depending on where you order from, plus tax, ect.) it is a worthwhile investment, and there are some that you can recharge with oil and use over and over again. Very good product and I would highly recommend trying one for yourself.

Black Myst Review

No wonder that the Black Myst has such outstanding reviews! The decor is very modern and the general atmosphere is really laid back. There is no cover charge and to get a hookah for two people is only $20, which for being in the heart of LA, is really surprisingly acceptable. They play rap mostly, which is not much of a problem if you do not mind the background music. Their shisha selection is relatively small, but they have a great selection none the less. Their best selections are either Code69, Blue Mist, or Pineapple. There is though one problem, and that is the wait if you have a larger party. They have seating mainly for smaller groups which is acceptable, but larger groups will have to wait for seating in the back due to the long couches located in the rear of the facility. Overall I would rate this as a 4.8 / 5.

Black Myst, Los Angeles CA

Hey guys how are you all doing? Im currently in LA, and within the next few days I will be writing some hotspot hookah locations and their best flavors and mixes. So look forward to some west coast hookah!

Al Twareg Creamy Vanilla

So after smoking this, it is safe to say, this is one very good flavor. AT makes some good flavors but creamy vanilla is the best. Full vanilla flavor, full smoke. For 11 bucks, 250 grams of this will last a while. This can be blended with basically anything. I added some to my fruit bowl mix and it adds a nice undertone of vanilla, while making the mix a bit more creamy. I would give this flavor 5/5 stars. I highly suggest this to anyone who likes a nice creamy flavor on top of a think, full body smoke.

The "Fruit Bowl"

So after trying my first mix, "The Fruit Bowl", I am quite satisfied. The fruit flavors all blended together makes for a very smooth, delicious flavor. It is very relaxing and I would give it 4 out of 5 stars. To recap, it's contents are : Al Fakher grape-berry, watermelon, pineapple and peach. About 50%-20%-20%-10%. With a bit more tweaking, to about 40-20-20-20, I think It would be a much better mix. But for now, it is pretty good.

Cool Hookhas and Where to Buy and Not Buy Online

So I recently purchased my new Khali Mammon FIFA Ice 33" Hookah. looking at the picture it looked amazing. All I need to say is that if you are buying a hookah online, be VERY cautious from where you order. I got mine from Hookah-Shisha.com. After my hookah arrived, I cleaned it up and figured out that there is a small non-welded spot in the top ice dish. Although it is not a problem that will reduce the smoking abilities, it is annoying. Any water that comes from the melting ice will drain into the hollow soccer ball in the middle. It acts like a push door. once you push to walk in, you cant push to go back out. This is a simple fix. I am going to be getting some things from my hardware store to fix that and a couple of minor dings. I got this hookah for 72 dollars off of base price (normally $192, purchased for an Xmas sale for $119.99, plus a free Vortex bowl and a wind cover.) With the issues that it has, I am very glad that I did not pay max price for this. I do not plan on using Hookah-Shisha.com anymore for purchases. My friend suggests using 5star, so i will be looking into this next. As of now, KMs are very good and very durable, so I highly suggest getting one for your next hookah, just be careful where you order it from.

Alright, so I decided to make my first couple of blogs about mixing and matching. I just made a really nice mix i call the Fruit Bowl, using Al Fakher Pineapple, Watermelon, Grape-Berry and Peach. Very nice. I also have Vanilla  that I will be putting in the mix to add a bit of creaminess into the mix.

Another good combination is AF Gum plus mint. The best percentage of each is 80% Gum and 20% Mint. With too much mint, it overpowers the other flavors. the 20% ratio adds just enough flavor to the mix and it also makes it very relaxing.

As I make more Mixes, i will post them on here for those of you hookah-goers who enjoy making your own mixes. If you find that one of  my mixes is improved with a change or addition you make, feel free to email me and i will make note of that.

MORE TO COME! Stay Smokey