Like other shishas, herbal shisha is made from molasses. However, herbal shisha ingredients do not contain any tobacco, nicotine, or tar. Shisha herbal offers you an organic, all-natural alternative to tobacco that is every bit as exotic as its various flavors. Tanya is made with only the best components rich in flavor, great alternative for non tobacco users. Upon opening the packaging, the contents may not seem wet. This is normal due to the nature of the product since the juice has absorbed over time. The full flavor and smooth experience will be present when the product is heated. Be sure to mix the contents in the bag if the juice has settled. -Fill the bowl generously using the "semi-dense pack method" but DO NOT overfill above the inner rim of the bowl. -Gently, press down product to slightly compact contents below the rim. This will leave you a small gap for when you apply your foil/screen. Be careful not to over compress it may restrict airflow. -Stretch foil tightly on the top of your bowl to prevent the foil from contacting the Tanya Herbal Molasses inside the bowl. This will help prevent the product from burning quickly.