Why is hookah tobacco so expensive?

As you probably know, the tobacco tax was increased for the first time after seven years in January 2022. Through this, there is currently an additional fee of 15€ for each kilo of hookah tobacco, which will increase to 19€ in 2023. The Tobacco Tax Modernization Act is currently scheduled to last until 2026, with the additional levy being €26. Furthermore, the 25 gram regulation was put into effect on 01/07/2022. The price of 25g of Virginia tobacco is between 2,90€ and 4,90€ and 25g of Darkblend tobacco is between 3,90€ and 5,90€. This adjustment of the price is due to various reasons, including the increase in taxes and the increased effort of tobacco manufacturers. As a result, there is a short supply of hookah tobacco in the old packaging sizes. Therefore, we recommend you to hoard your favorite hookah tobacco!