How Does A Beaker Bong Work?
A beaker bong works in the same principle as a hookah water pipe, but with a few small differences. Even a typical shisha or smoking pipe works very similarly to this, although it will not contain the filtration function of the bong. The bong mixes the smoke with water up-front and cools it down by this initial mixing. The smoke then is filtered by the water while still in the bong chamber, meaning that most harmful substances that get pulled into your lungs are filtered out even before they reach you.
Bong vs. Hookah
While the bong and shisha can be pretty different from each other, you can consider them the same in many aspects. The most crucial difference between the bong and shisha is that you inhale from a bong using the fixed mouthpiece or a hole, while in a hookah, you use a tube. The hookah is commonly used to smoke various herbs, though sometimes used with tobacco or hookah stones.
If you're looking to enjoy smoking cannabis in a way that doesn't give you unwanted tastes or smells, or isn't challenging to use or maintain, a bong can be a great option. A beaker bong is not only easier to clean and maintain, but it also does a much better job of filtering smoke than hookahs, creating a cleaner draw for smokers. Hookahs rely on the porous nature of their material to filter smoke--if you don't clean your hookah enough, then it can be impossible to remove the taste of previous sessions from it. On the other hand, bongs are generally made with glass or metal that is free of unwanted flavors and can be easily cleaned to provide a pure smoking experience. If you're planning to smoke for more than just a night or two, a bong is likely the right choice for you.
There are many kinds of bongs today, each designed with a specific intention. It is not just water that can be used to cool the smoke. Sometimes, fruit juices, herbs or other liquids are added to a beaker bong. This makes the smoking experience even smoother, even though it may sound odd to put juice or other additives directly in a bong meant to smoke weed through the water.