Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEleven Gulf CoastCalifornia Citrus Breeze Recipe

California Citrus Breeze Recipe

Inspired by Eleven Gulf Coast
Time30m
Serves1

Transport yourself to the sunny orchards of California with California Citrus Breeze hookah shisha tobacco.

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Ingredients

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Tobacco Base

Flavor Enhancements

Additional Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Shisha

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tobacco

    In a mixing bowl, combine the shisha tobacco with the lemon zest, orange zest, grapefruit juice, and honey. Mix well until all components are evenly incorporated.

  2. 2

    Let it Rest

    Allow the mixture to rest for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Setup of Hookah

  1. 3

    Fill the Base

    Fill the hookah base with cold water until it covers the downstem by about 1-2 inches.

  2. 4

    Add Ice

    Add ice cubes to the base for an extra chill effect.

  3. 5

    Pack the Bowl

    Carefully pack the prepared shisha tobacco mixture into the hookah bowl without compressing it too tightly to allow proper airflow.

  4. 6

    Setup the Hookah

    Cover the bowl with a piece of aluminum foil, poke small holes in it, and place it on top of the bowl securely.

  5. 7

    Heat the Coals

    Light your hookah coals and let them burn until they are fully red and glowing.

  6. 8

    Begin Smoking

    Place the heated coals on top of the foil-covered bowl, and allow the shisha to heat for a few minutes before enjoying the first puff.

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