Why Molasses Or Honey? I've Got Something Better

[TheShishaDoctor]

I've been adding honey and molasses to my tobaccos to moisten them up a bit. But this time, I picked up some corn syrup. I added some to my nakhla, and it seems to be working great. I prefer it because it doesn't leave a distinct taste like honey or molasses does.

Anybody else use corn syrup? Thoughts?

[Dr. B]

Agave Nectar.

I've never used corn syrup, but it doesn't get a lot of hype around here so it either sucks or you're honestly the first to think about it. I usually use glycerine though Edited May 21, 2009 by Dr. B

[shisha fan]

i have used a little canadian ahorn syrup in the past, and that worked really well to make the tobacco a little more moist. but the last year or i`ve only gotten nakhla that was wet enough already.

[chinamon]

Agave Nectar.

there are a few types of agave nectar. which one do you use? light agave nectar? or raw? or amber? or dark?

[Kapten Kanel]

Have been discussed before:

http://www.hookahforum.com/?showtopic=28274

Found some swedish sites that sold it, still havent tried it though.

[chinamon]

Have been discussed before:

http://www.hookahforum.com/?showtopic=28274

i know about that thread but there is no info in there that states exactly which agave nectar to use with shisha.

[Kapten Kanel]

Have been discussed before:

http://www.hookahforum.com/?showtopic=28274

i know about that thread but there is no info in there that states exactly which agave nectar to use with shisha.

Which hardcore vendors are you looking at hehe, didnt know there were different variants of it, nobody else seems to have had an issue with this, the only advice i can give you is to find a vendor which only sells one type, yeah that advice sucked i know

[Giant Ninja Robot]

I use glycerine and Trader Joe's Organic Blue Agave Nectar from the blue agave variety of the plant. Works super duper well.

I would worry about inhaling vaporized corn syrup, we get enough of that horribnle stuff in most of what we eat here in the states. Agave is proven to have a low glycemic index rating which means the body absorbs it over a greater period of time and more completely and easily converts it to energy instead of fat. Not that that has anything to do with inhaling it, but in general I'm more comfortable with agave.

[chinamon]

Which hardcore vendors are you looking at hehe, didnt know there were different variants of it, nobody else seems to have had an issue with this, the only advice i can give you is to find a vendor which only sells one type, yeah that advice sucked i know

not from any vendor. im reading wikipedia.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agave_syrup

Agave nectars are sold in light, amber, dark, and raw varieties. Light agave nectar has a mild, almost neutral flavor, and is therefore sometimes used in delicate tasting foods and drinks. Amber agave nectar has a medium-intensity caramel flavor, and is therefore used in foods and drinks with stronger flavors. Dark agave nectar has stronger caramel notes, and imparts a distinct flavor to dishes, such as some desserts, poultry, meat, and seafood dishes. Both amber and dark agave nectar are sometimes used "straight out of the bottle" as a topping for pancakes and waffles. Raw agave nectar also has a mild, neutral taste.

[Kapten Kanel]

Which hardcore vendors are you looking at hehe, didnt know there were different variants of it, nobody else seems to have had an issue with this, the only advice i can give you is to find a vendor which only sells one type, yeah that advice sucked i know

not from any vendor. im reading wikipedia.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agave_syrup

Agave nectars are sold in light, amber, dark, and raw varieties. Light agave nectar has a mild, almost neutral flavor, and is therefore sometimes used in delicate tasting foods and drinks. Amber agave nectar has a medium-intensity caramel flavor, and is therefore used in foods and drinks with stronger flavors. Dark agave nectar has stronger caramel notes, and imparts a distinct flavor to dishes, such as some desserts, poultry, meat, and seafood dishes. Both amber and dark agave nectar are sometimes used "straight out of the bottle" as a topping for pancakes and waffles. Raw agave nectar also has a mild, neutral taste.

Found this, seems to be the right type

http://www.canadianvitality.ca/product/WHL47323

This was just from a quick googling, i just read the product description, i have no clue if the site is legit or not so dont come after me if they rape your credit card

[FamiliarJoe]

A lot of grocery stores have Agave nectar in the organic section.

I work at Publix and we have a few different types. I might have to try this out.

[r1v3th3ad]

how about Maple Syrup?

Tangiers Maple Syrup ftw!

[TheShishaDoctor]

I use glycerine and Trader Joe's Organic Blue Agave Nectar from the blue agave variety of the plant. Works super duper well.

I would worry about inhaling vaporized corn syrup, we get enough of that horribnle stuff in most of what we eat here in the states. Agave is proven to have a low glycemic index rating which means the body absorbs it over a greater period of time and more completely and easily converts it to energy instead of fat. Not that that has anything to do with inhaling it, but in general I'm more comfortable with agave.

I bolded what I agree with.

I checked the ingredients before I bought it... its just glucose and fructose. I don't see how that can be any worse than molasses or honey. Maybe I'm missing something.

[BLUE&GOLD]

the corn syrup i have is "light" and VERY sticky, is this normal?

[Sonthert]

Corn Syrup? Yick. Molasses man here. I have tried corn syrup. I don't like it. Too flat.

[Vampy6997]

Best bang for your buck for agave:

http://www.amazon.com/Madhava-Organic-Nect...151&sr=1-96

46 oz x 2....not too bad...free shipping too. around here that would be $40 or more....

madhava's agave is pretty good for flavor too....worth it if you like agave for sweetening more than just mixing with shisha...

If not, I guess go for a smaller container. :-p

[Tuscani]

if you have a fresh and easy around you, I bought my agave there.

[tinyj316]

I typically use light blue agave nectar... It works well, and doesn't mess with the flavor of the shisha... I also use the dark agave on my pancakes/waffles/french toast... its delicious

[Vampy6997]

I typically use light blue agave nectar... It works well, and doesn't mess with the flavor of the shisha... I also use the dark agave on my pancakes/waffles/french toast... its delicious

I love agave both the light and the dark. like mixing it with real maple syrup (maple flavor is too strong for me) for pancake syrup. Much better tasting than the bottled fake maple syrup.

I also am just addicted to agave flavor. I could sit there with a teaspoon of it and just...enjoy....yumm...

[Giant Ninja Robot]

Not to mention that in a pinch one can use agave plant fibers and tips as makeshift sutures and needles.

[ilikemyusername]

AUNT JAMAIMA ftw.

[MrMoodz]

Hmmmm, I have only used glycerine with honey. For those who have tried both glycerine and honey and glycerine and agave, how would you compare the two? How would you compare to using molasses? When you use molasses, do you still need the glycerine?

[TheShishaDoctor]

Whenever I've used honey, molasses, or corn syrup (haven't tried agave, but I'd really like to) I've added glycerine as well. I add them for different reasons though. The honey/syrup is for making the tobacco a bit wetter, makes it burn a bit better IMO. I add the glycerine for the clouds, and it also helps against overburning the tobacco.

[TizaNabi]

never thought about it, but I'll try that out. Thanks!