The most important part of a shisha is... the bowl?

Alright, shisha enthusiasts, for those who are new, this might seem a bit odd, but... why does everyone say that the bowl is the most important part when it comes to enjoying a good shisha? The answer is simple, and that's why we're going to explain everything about shisha bowls and why they are even more crucial than the shisha itself.

At 1001 Cachimbas, we of course have a wide variety of shisha bowls for every use and in different styles. We work with different brands and artisans to create the best possible catalog of bowls, offering bowls made from different clays, with various loads and styles: shisha bowls in the phunnel, trypo, and traditional models, with all kinds of loads, and made from specific clays that we will also discuss. For this reason, we're going to explain why two bowls can be so different and work in different ways. Let's get started!

A bowl for every smoke session

Let’s set the scene. You have a brand new shisha, and of course, you’re dying to try it out; however, you need a bowl. Just like with shishas, there are hundreds and hundreds of models to choose from, and even if you’ve been enjoying your shisha for years, the peculiarities and characteristics of each bowl are so numerous that you don’t know which one to choose.

To start, we would recommend a clay bowl, as these are the best shisha bowls on the market and offer exceptional performance and quality. Moreover, most of them, except for the more modern brands that make molded bowls, are handcrafted by the best shisha artisans.

So, why are there so many different bowls? This is because they have particularities that enhance certain factors. As we mentioned, we could divide bowls into three main types: phunnel shisha bowls, the classic ones, traditional bowls, and trypo-style bowls.

Phunnel-style shisha bowls

These bowls are generally the most abundant on the market. They are a perfected model of shisha bowl for standard sessions, with good performance and duration. They are characterized by having a hole in the center that protrudes, which will serve as a guide when preparing them, always avoiding exceeding this hole. These bowls could be considered an improvement over the vortex type, which are very similar with the difference that in the latter, instead of having a hole at the top, they have several around the central pivot, which creates some restriction when using your shisha.

Phunnel shisha bowls are mainly characterized by having optimal duration, producing a large amount of smoke, and not having the restriction that can occur in traditional bowls. In addition, some phunnel bowls have a bridge over the top hole to prevent the hole from being blocked.

Moreover, these shisha bowls can be compatible with different types of heat management devices, which we talk about in their section, and are frankly easy to clean as the molasses does not seep into the bowl.

If you're looking for an affordable and useful bowl, you can find a wide variety of phunnel bowls in different sizes, colors, and models in our catalog for your collection. Take a look, and you’ll surely find it impossible to stick with just one!

Classic is always in style: traditional shisha bowls

All over our website, we talk about how the market is constantly modernizing, but... why are traditional bowls so popular? The reason is simple: they fulfill a completely different function compared to other shisha bowls.

Traditional bowls are distinguished by their unobstructed load, as the way the air passes through them is through a series of holes located at the bottom. What does this achieve? Generally, it tends to enhance the intensity of the chosen flavor.

However, their main disadvantage compared to phunnel-type bowls is that in these, the molasses does not cook inside but tends to fall through the holes. These holes, in addition to making it more difficult to clean the bowl afterward, can also cause variable restriction if we haven't prepared the bowl correctly, so we need to be very careful when preparing it.

In general terms, using a traditional bowl can be favorable if we know how to use it. For example, it is recommended to avoid using flavors with a lot of molasses to avoid precisely what we talked about.

If you feel like giving them a chance, these bowls are very interesting if you are very accustomed to phunnel ones, as they can offer a very different type of session than what you're used to thanks to their flavor enhancement. In our catalog, we have a wide selection of affordable traditional bowls with which you can immerse yourself in this bowl model.

Trypo shisha bowls: what makes them different?

Finally, there are the trypo bowls, which are among the most interesting on the market. This is because they are variations of phunnel bowls, and although subtle, they have certain peculiarities that may interest us to add variety to our collection.

In these bowls, the central pivot is wider and has several holes instead of one. This mainly provides a reduced load area in case you don’t want to use much flavor without losing performance. These bowls are really a variation of the phunnel, so practically speaking, there aren’t many differences.

If you're interested in the concept, we have many affordable trypo bowls in our store that you might like, so take a look and find your favorite bowl.

Back to the basics: the clay

We can't leave without mentioning the importance of the clay in our bowl. After all, it is the material that provokes the combustion, and therefore, we have to pay close attention to its properties to know how they differ.

We might think that all clays work the same, but in reality, each one provides a different particularity. shisha bowls are currently usually made from white or chamotted white clay, black clay, green clay, red clay, and mixtures.

To start, white clay is the most common thanks to its thermal properties. Heat spreads easily throughout the bowl, especially if it has chamotte. "Well, what is chamotte? To avoid overwhelming with too many concepts, it is a refractory material that precisely helps with heat management. On the other hand, there is black clay which, although similar to white, causes the heat to be retained in our bowl for a longer time.

Then there's red clay and green clay. The former has less efficient heat management, as bowls made from this clay are designed for shorter and more intense sessions. On the other hand, green clay, although widely used in cosmetics, is gradually being experimented with by some artisans, as it provides very good heat management like black clay.

In the end, the good thing about shisha bowls is that given their price range, everyone can afford to have a large collection to use each bowl in a different situation. If, after reading all this, you’re excited to try, in our store, we have many affordable shisha bowls with which you can innovate in your sessions with friends and, of course, show them off, their performance, and their striking glazes and finishes.

What materials are shisha bowls made of?

At 1001 Cachimbas, we have a wide selection of bowls, and with these tips, we can help you choose the most suitable bowl for you. First, when talking about bowls, the most important thing is to consider the materials because they can be made from many different materials. Some of them are:

• Glass
• Metal
• Silicone
• Clay

In this case, we recommend clay bowls, which are our favorites and are considered the star material for bowls.

What types of clay are there for bowls?

Clay is divided into several types, the most common being:

• White clay bowls
• Black clay bowls
• Red clay or terracotta bowls
• High-temperature clay bowls

Each of these types of clay has different characteristics and affects the performance of the bowl.

What shapes do shisha bowls come in?

Another important aspect to consider is the shapes of the bowls. Regarding the shape where we will place the tobacco, we can find:

• Phunnel Bowls
• Trypo-style Bowls
• Traditional Bowls

As for the shape of the load area, we can find flat or concave bowls.

Our selection: The best affordable bowls

Below, we present some of the best bowls that can be purchased for less than 20 euros:

• 1001 Pusi Bowl - White clay bowl with chamotte, ideal for tobacco that can withstand heat well.
• 1001 Pusi Stone Bowl - High-temperature white clay bowl that retains a lot of heat and performs well with any tobacco.
• HC Strip and Neo Bowls - High-temperature fired clay bowls with different load shapes, recommended for heat-resistant tobaccos.
• 1001 Pusi Stone Tradi Bowl - Traditional high-temperature white clay bowl that works well with all types of tobacco.

Discover our wide selection of shisha Bowls at the best price. Find the perfect bowl for your Shisha: from affordable options to high-end exclusives. Explore material varieties like glass, metal, silicone, and clay. Choose from styles like Phunnel, Traditional, and load shapes like flat or concave. Our handcrafted bowls, made by expert artisans, guarantee quality and uniqueness. Get advice on our blog and discover the best brands on the market. Enjoy an exceptional smoking experience with our shisha bowls!


Conclusions

In conclusion, very good performance can be achieved with bowls costing less than 20 euros. It is not necessary to spend large sums of money on international bowls, as there are high-quality options on the national market. The bowl is the most important part of the shisha, so it is advisable to have a variety of bowls to suit different tobaccos and smoking styles.

We hope this summary has been helpful to you!