Afzal Double Apple Hookah Tobacco - 250g Shisha Molasses

Double apple without the icy modification. The warm, traditional version of the most classic hookah flavor in the world. Sweet red apple, tangy green apple, and the characteristic anise note that Middle Eastern hookah culture built this category on.

If you want to understand hookah's flavor history, start with double apple. It is the oldest and most widely smoked flavor in the global hookah tradition, originating in Middle Eastern shisha culture and spreading to become a staple in hookah lounges from Cairo to New York to Dubai. The combination is straightforward: sweet red apple and tart green apple together, elevated by a subtle anise note that gives the blend its distinctive aromatic character. That anise note is what separates genuine double apple from plain apple, and it is what gives this flavor the slightly herbal, complex quality that has made it the default choice in traditional hookah settings for generations.

Afzal's Double Apple is consistently cited as one of the most reliable versions of this classic flavor in their range. It is "often highlighted for its classic appeal, a staple in many lounges, praised for its rich and consistent flavour." The apple character is balanced, with neither the sweet red nor the tart green overpowering the other. The anise runs underneath as an aromatic, slightly licorice-adjacent note that is subtle enough to not dominate but present enough to authenticate the profile. The overall experience is warm and satisfying in the way a traditional hookah session is meant to be.

This is the non-iced version. Afzal Icy Double Apple adds a strong menthol element that gives the same apple base a frozen, cooling character. Regular Double Apple does not have that modification. For hookah smokers who prefer the warm, traditional double apple experience without icy cooling in the session, this is the correct choice. For those who want the same apple profile with a chilling finish, the Icy version is the alternative.

The 250g tub provides approximately 15 sessions and suits solo smokers and lounges who want a steady supply of the most reliable hookah flavor in the Afzal catalog.

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Flavor profile:

1. Sweet red apple: the body of the blend, full-bodied and sweet
2. Tart green apple: adds a tanginess that keeps the sweetness from going flat
3. Anise: a subtle herbal note in the background that gives the blend its traditional character
4. Finish: warm and clean, the apple and anise linger naturally
5. Overall: the warm, classic double apple tradition without modern modification

What to expect from a session:

1. A classic double apple and anise aroma on opening the tub
2. Sweet-tart apple balanced from the first draw
3. The anise note running underneath, more noticeable as the session settles in
4. Consistent, dense clouds through the bowl
5. Warm and satisfying throughout, no cooling element
6. Around 15 sessions per 250g tub

Shisha Specs

1. Brand: Afzal
2. Origin: India
3. Flavor: Double Apple
4. Flavor Category: Fruit Range (Traditional / Classic)
5. Weight: 250g (single tub)
6. Tobacco Base: Indian tobacco leaves, natural molasses, natural flavors
7. Key Flavor Notes: Sweet red apple, tart green apple, subtle anise
8. Flavor Intensity: Medium to Strong
9. Nicotine Level: Medium (standard hookah tobacco)
10. Smoke Output: Heavy
11. Throat Hit: Medium, smooth
12. Heat Sensitivity: Low to Medium
13. Session Duration: Approximately 45 to 60 minutes per bowl
14. Sessions per 250g: Approximately 15
15. Icy Element: None (traditional version, see Icy Double Apple for the cooled variation)
16. Mixability: Good standalone and mixer, classic pairing with Mint
17. Recommended Bowl: Egyptian, Phunnel, or any standard bowl
18. Best For: Traditional hookah sessions, new and experienced smokers, lounge use
19. Skill Level: Beginner through experienced