Al Fakher Mojito Hookah Shisha - 250g

Al Fakher Mojito reproduces the well-known cocktail in tobacco form, built around lime with mint undertones and a light hint of soda character. Despite lime's naturally sour, spicy-bitter profile, the tobacco itself comes through sweet rather than sour, a deliberate softening that makes it more approachable than a straight citrus bowl.

It's worth being direct about a specific, detailed critique here rather than only general praise: at least one thorough review found the mint notes almost nonexistent despite the flavor's name and label, describing the blend as genuinely more lemon-and-lime forward than mint-forward, closer to a traditional cocktail Mojito, which actually leans on lime and mint rather than lemon. That same review noted a slightly odd aftertaste reminiscent of flat sparkling water. If you specifically want a strong, noticeable mint presence, this may read as lighter on that front than the name suggests.

Here's a specific, named mix worth trying: combining Mojito and Lemon, then adding Melon, produces what's known as the "Melle Mojo" blend. The Melon component keeps the bowl from turning too sharp or warm from the lime-and-lemon combination, and the flavor shifts between foreground and background throughout the session rather than staying static. If you want more coolness on the inhale specifically, swapping the Lemon for Lemon with Mint in that same recipe adds it. For sweeter palates generally, Al Fakher's own recommendation is adding Peach, Grape, or Guava directly to the Mojito base. This 250g tub is the standard format for regular smokers, delivering roughly 12 to 15 average bowls per tub.

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Flavor Notes:

1. Primary: Zesty lime, sweet rather than sour
2. Secondary: Cooling mint undertones, described by some as fairly subtle
3. Character: A light soda-like note runs through the profile
4. Named mix recipe: Mojito + Lemon + Melon ("Melle Mojo"), or straight Mojito with Peach, Grape, or Guava for sweetness

Key Features:

1. Brand: Al Fakher
2. Flavor: Mojito (Lime, Mint)
3. Tobacco Base: Virginia
4. Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates
5. Format: 250g tub
6. Smoke Character: Smooth draw, thick clouds, sweet lime with light mint undertones
7. Best For: Solo citrus sessions or the Melle Mojo mix (Mojito, Lemon, Melon)
8. Estimated Bowls: Approximately 12 to 15 average bowls per tub