Shisha tobacco and essences

Chicha is made from tobacco (25 to 30%) mixed with molasses, glycerine and essences of fruits, flowers macerated in oils, or spices. The tobacco is slightly moist, with a wide variety of flavors: apple, cherry, melon, lemon, strawberry, vanilla, mango, mint, peach, grape, rose, banana, honey, even cola or cappuccino. These aromas give it a tangy, fragrant taste. Contrary to popular belief, chicha is toxic.