Cooling Noir is a Tangiers hookah tobacco blend of dark cooling mint, brisk menthol, and a deep herbal finish.
Flavor build: The profile leads with a strong cooling effect that hits quickly and stays present, built around a mint-leaning top note and a more direct menthol-style chill underneath. Unlike lighter mint blends, the “Noir” character gives it extra weight, with an herbal darkness that keeps the cooling from feeling thin or sweet. Sweetness is low, and tartness is absent, so the flavor reads clean, sharp, and functional rather than candy-like. The mint stays crisp on the inhale, while the deeper herbal tone shows up on the exhale and lingers, creating a cooling finish that feels sustained rather than spiky. Intensity is strong, especially in the first portion of the session, and it remains persistent without needing aggressive heat.
Session behavior: This hookah tobacco produces dense clouds and a firm, cooling throat feel when heat is steady. It handles long sessions well and remains consistent through re-heats, often maintaining the chill even as other flavors would fade. Overheating can turn the mint sharper and the herbal side more astringent, so it performs best with controlled heat and small adjustments. When dialed in, it stays smooth for a high-cooling profile, with a stable flavor line that doesn’t drift into sweetness or muddiness.
Packing & heat tips: A phunnel bowl with a medium pack is the most forgiving setup, keeping the cooling note clear and preventing harsh peaks. Pack evenly to the rim without heavy compression. Start with moderate heat, let the bowl warm through, then maintain a steady level rather than pushing higher. If the cooling feels too aggressive early, reduce heat slightly and allow the session to settle. If you want maximum chill, increase heat in small steps while avoiding sudden spikes that can sharpen the finish.
Mixing suggestions:
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Pair with lemon to sharpen the profile into a cleaner, brighter cooling bowl without adding sweetness.
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Mix with dark berry to create a chilled fruit finish where Cooling Noir stays dominant.
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Add vanilla to soften the edges and make the cooling feel smoother and less pointed.
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Combine with coffee or cocoa to create a cool, dark contrast while keeping the herbal noir tone intact.
Overall, Cooling Noir hookah tobacco is a dark mint and menthol-style shisha mix with a deep herbal finish, delivering strong cooling, dense clouds, and stable re-heat performance.
Now available at Smoxygen.com, in 250 grams.
