Jul 14 2026

Mint Recipe

Inspired by Eleven Gulf Coast
Time30m
Serves4

Mint is a well-balanced mint hookah tobacco and is one of Eleven's most beloved flavors.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Additions

Method

Preparation of Hookah Tobacco

  1. 1

    Mix the Base Ingredients

    In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mint hookah tobacco, glycerin, and honey (or molasses). Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Add Mint Flavoring

    Add the natural mint flavoring to the tobacco mixture and stir thoroughly to ensure the flavor is well-distributed throughout the tobacco.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Optional Ingredients

    If using, finely chop the dried mint leaves and mix them into the tobacco blend. This will enhance the flavor and provide a more robust minty aroma.

Preparing the Hookah

  1. 4

    Pack the Bowl

    Take the prepared tobacco mixture and pack it into the hookah bowl. Do not press it down too hard; leave some air space for the smoke to flow.

  2. 5

    Add Ice (Optional)

    If desired, add ice cubes to the hookah base water to cool the smoke for a smoother inhalation.

  3. 6

    Cover and Heat

    Cover the bowl with a piece of aluminum foil, making sure it's tight. Poke small holes in the foil to allow airflow. Heat the charcoal until it’s glowing red and place it on top of the foil.

Enjoying the Hookah

  1. 7

    Inhale and Enjoy

    Once the charcoal has heated the tobacco, you can begin inhaling through the hookah hose. Enjoy the cool, refreshing mint flavor!

  2. 8

    Maintain Charcoal

    Keep an eye on the charcoal and replace it as needed to maintain the heat and flavor of the hookah throughout your session.

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