So there’s this really cool hookah site at Purdue that does awesome articles about smoking and stuff, but they haven’t been posting anything lately. Anyway, I heard that they just got back into it after a short break and it’s going to be pretty stinkin’ epic. Oh wait…that’s us. We did take a break. We are back. You shall be floored by our newfound awesomeness.
Here’s a review of our latest Flavor of The Week, from the Egyptian Cafe: Hookah Gives You Wings.
Mike’s Take
Hookah Gives You Wings, the appropriately named Red Bull flavored hookah at the Egyptian, is one of those flavors that gives you a reminder of what it is while all at once giving you something entirely new. With Red Bull in the base you definitely get that caffeine-induced tang, but the shisha doesn’t have nearly the same bite that the drink does. In fact, I was reminded quite a bit of the Silver Fox flavor we’ve reviewed, with a strong hint of melon. The buzz is decent, but surprisingly weak given the amount of caffeine in the base.
Sam’s Take
In a wonderfully tasty act of blatant trademark infringement, Hookah Gives You Wings is an energy filled smoke that kicks you in the lungs and leaves you wanting some more. We tried it with a full can of Red Bull in the vase and the classic “energy drink taste” (I’m a self-proclaimed caffeine guru) was very apparent and gave the smoke a tingly feeling. We’re all agree that the mix is the Egyptian’s “Red Bull” flavored shisha, along with a melon flavor, likely their “Silver Fox.” Don’t quote us on that – ok, go ahead, we need the exposure – it’s just what our tastebuds picked up.
Blair’s Take
I quite enjoyed this hookah, it was very flavorful. I’m not sure if the the Red Bull in the base overpowered the flavor, but it definitely tasted like one. I got a little bit more of some fruity flavors, as opposed to the more tart taste of the drink. I feel like it had a bit more of a cherry flavor overall. After smoking it I did feel a little more upbeat, but maybe that was because I just enjoy smoking hookah. However, for a shisha named Hookah Gives You Wings, I did not get much of a buzz. There is some, but I was expecting this to hit me. Despite that, this a is a very good, and I would recommend smoking it at any time.
