The pipe for smoking is called "latrine" in Arabic. From this word came the name of the apparatus "hookah", one of the main elements of which is the pipe. It is believed that compared to cigarettes, hookah smoking is a more harmless process. Moreover, it is relaxing and even meditative in nature. But hookah smoking is specific and requires certain skills.
Instructions
Step 1
Hookah consists of a top, a bulb and a hose. Sometimes a ball valve is included with which excess smoke is removed. The main thing to pay attention to when buying a hookah is the tightness of the connection of all parts.
Step 2
For hookah smoking, special tobacco is used, which is filtered, and the smoke is cooled by water poured into the flask. Harmful impurities partly dissolve in water and partly condense on the inner surface of the hose.
Step 3
It is very important to properly prepare the hookah for use. First, sort out the tobacco intended for smoking, leave only the leaves. Break the largest ones. Place the tobacco in the bowl (chilim) without crushing or tamping the leaves. Arrange them freely. Leave at least five millimeters to the edge of the bowl and cover with foil on top. Make sure that the foil does not come into contact with the tobacco (to avoid burning it). Thick foil can be put in one layer, and thin foil must be folded in two or three. Then punch holes all over the foil. This can be done conveniently with a needle or pin.
Step 4
Fill the flask with cold water so that the tube is five centimeters immersed in it. If you pour less water, the filtration of the tobacco will be insufficient, and if you add more water, it will become difficult to inhale the smoke. Putting some ice in the flask will make smoking more enjoyable. You can add some wine to the flask to add flavor to the smoke. But it is not recommended to use strong drinks for this (whiskey, cognac, absinthe). The result of smoking in this case will be unpredictable. You can add a few drops of fruit juices and essences (orange, lemon, pineapple, etc.) to the water. The main thing is to correctly combine tobacco with juice. For example, if you are going to smoke pink tobacco, add five to six drops of Bulgarian Rose to the water.
Step 5
Light up the coal. Wait for it to glow red and transfer to foil. If you use charcoal, preheat it on the stove, from a candle or lighter flame. The degree of readiness of coal is determined by redness (it must cover at least 30% of the area). If you are using fast-burning charcoal, pick up the tablet with tongs and light it. Wait for the charcoal to spark and transfer to the foil. In a few minutes you can start smoking the hookah.
Step 6
The processes of smoking hookah and cigarettes are similar, but there are differences. The main thing is the strength and duration of the inhalation. During hookah smoking, they are much more intense. In this case, the smoke is not swallowed, but is collected in the mouth. Excess smoke should be blown out and then inhaled.
Step 7
Smoke a hookah after your meal. It is more convenient to do this while sitting or reclining on a small dais (sofa, pillow, ottoman). The hookah should be on the floor or on a low table. Do not drink alcohol while smoking. Green tea, hibiscus, and juicy fruits (peaches, bananas, apricots) are ideally combined with hookah.
