Al Fakher Hookah Tobacco
August 20, 2008 1:17 pmWhen thinking of a good all around tobacco product, many Hookah smoker’s will cite Nakhla is a good mid range product. If you’re looking to take it to the next level, however, and you’re willing to pay a premium, then you’ll likely want Al Fakher Hookah Tobacco. Al Fakher hails from the United Arab Emirates, is made with high quality French Tobacco Leaves, and is now considered one of the most popular tobacco products in the world. If you head to the Middle East and you’re looking for premium tobacco, this is likely what you’ll receive.
Al Fakher is known for its rich flavor, and offers a wide variety of flavored tobaccos for you to try. From green grape to strawberry to orange, cherry, and apple. Unlike some of the more artificial tastes of Nakhlah’s flavored line, Al Fakher offers a more rich natural flavor. As such you’ll likely be able to recognize the distinct flavor without even asking or seeing the packaging beforehand.
Many users report enjoying this particular aspect of the product, and like the unique flavor and taste offered. Al Fakher products also produce thick, fluffy white clouds when smoked, a testament to the quality of the tobacco. Another advantage of choosing Al Fakher as your tobacco of choice is that they offer primarily single flavor hookah tobacco products. This means that its easy to mix and match different flavors to experiment or to find the perfect tobacco for a number of different tastes.
The cut of the Al Fakher tobacco is typically a little less than medium cut, not usually too fine, and with just enough moisture so that its not too drippy. Its also known for its longetitivity, providing you with a sufficient bang for your buck. Also keep in mind that Al Fakher tobacco is quite sensitive to climate changes. A high altitude or a drastic humidity change can make too wet or too dry to smoke in short order. As such its best to acclimate the tobacco to the current climate by opening the container for a few hours before you begin smoking.
Of course, quality does not come without its price. On average, Al Fakher products sell for roughly twice the price of Nakhla. However its a quality product is and nice to have around, especially when entertaining guests. Al Fakher also consistently scores well when reviewed, particularly so with some of their more interesting flavors like watermelon and cinnamon.
