Electronic Shisha & E-Hookahs Explained
E-hookahs and electronic shisha promise the flavour and clouds without coals. Here's how they work and where they fit.
How they work
Instead of coals heating tobacco, an e-hookah vaporises flavoured liquid electronically — like a vape in hookah form. Some are disposable; some are shared electronic heads that sit on a traditional base.
Pros and cons
No coals means no carbon monoxide from combustion and easy setup. But purists find the flavour and ritual different, and nicotine content varies — check the label.
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