How to Make Apple Shisha: 13 Steps
Step 1: Gather your ingredients
To make apple shisha, you will need the following ingredients:
– Fresh apples (2-3)
– Tobacco (of your choice)
– Honey or molasses
– Glycerin
– Aluminum foil
– A sharp knife
– A cutting board
Step 2: Choose the right apple
Select fresh apples that are firm and without blemishes. The best apples for shisha are red, green or golden apples, as they have a tangy flavor that complements the tobacco.
Step 3: Prepare the apple
Wash the apples thoroughly and then cut off the top and remove the core. Be careful not to cut through the bottom of the apple.
Step 4: Cut out the tobacco chamber
With a sharp knife, carve a conical hole into the apple where you removed the core. The hole should be approximately 1 inch in diameter at its widest point, and about 1 inch deep.
Step 5: Mix the tobacco, honey/molasses, and glycerin
In a bowl, combine an equal amount of tobacco, honey or molasses, and glycerin. You can increase or decrease these ratios according to your preference for flavor and smoke thickness.
Step 6: Stuff the apple with tobacco mixture
Gently pack the apple with the prepared tobacco mixture filling it up to just below the rim of your carved hole.
Step 7: Create an airflow channel
Use a toothpick or another small item to poke a small hole in the center of the tobacco mixture, reaching down through to the bottom of your carved-out chamber. This creates airflow for when you use your hookah.
Step 8: Prepare aluminum foil cover
Measure enough aluminum foil to cover the top of your filled apple. Double-layered foil would be ideal for heat management.
Step 9: Poke holes in the foil
Use a toothpick or another sharp object to poke several small holes in the foil, which will be essential for airflow and heat distribution.
Step 10: Attach the apple to the hookah
Place your prepared apple onto the bowl stem of your hookah, replacing the standard clay or silicone bowl. Ensure the apple is secure and properly aligned.
Step 11: Set up your hookah
Assemble the rest of your hookah as you usually would, making sure to properly place and secure all necessary connections.
Step 12: Heat up the charcoal
Heat your preferred charcoal on a coil burner or open flame until it’s red-hot and ready to be placed on top of the prepared foil.
Step 13: Begin smoking
Place the heated charcoal onto your foil-covered apple and wait a few minutes for it to spread heat evenly. Now you can take a draw from your hookah hose and enjoy your homemade apple shisha!
By following these steps, you can create a unique smoking experience that combines the flavors of fresh apple with your favorite tobacco blend. This homemade shisha method offers a delicious alternative to traditional smoking options and allows you to personalize your hookah sessions according to taste and preference.