If you are looking for a simple and cheap way to enjoy your herb or tobacco, you might want to try making an apple bong. An apple bong is a homemade pipe that uses an apple as the main component. Apples are easy to find, cheap, and biodegradable, making them ideal for a quick and eco-friendly smoke session. Plus, they add a sweet and fruity flavor to your smoke.
There are different ways to make an apple bong, but the basic principle is the same: you need to create a bowl, a mouthpiece, and a carb hole on the apple, and connect them with tunnels that allow the smoke to travel from the bowl to your mouth. You can use a pen, a knife, a spoon, or any other sharp object to poke holes on the apple. Here are two methods you can follow to make your own apple bong.
Method 1: Making an Apple Bong Using a Pen
This method is very simple and only requires an apple and a pen. Make sure the pen is empty of ink and has a sharp tip. You can use a ballpoint pen or a hollow tube.
- Remove the stem from the apple. You can use your fingers to twist or pull it off or cut a slit around the stem to remove it. Make sure you get the entire stem; if it breaks, dig into the hole with your fingers and remove it from the base.
- Bore a hole through the top of the apple. Place the pointed tip over the hole where the stem used to be and jam the pen into the apple at a slight angle. Push it into the apple until you’ve made a hole that extends about halfway through the apple. If the apple is difficult to push through, it may help to use a twisting motion as you push. Once you make the initial hole with the pen’s tip, you can remove the pen, unscrew the tip, and use the tip-less pen to push into the apple. The apple will slide into the hollow pen. When you’re finished making the hole, remove the pen and discard the apple piece.
- Bore a second hole near the bottom of the apple. It should be about half an inch from the hole at the apple’s base. Insert the pen and poke a hole that meets up with the first hole you poked.
- Bore a third hole on the side of the apple. Insert the pen into the apple an inch or a little more from the top hole. Push the pen into the apple until the third hole meets up with the chamber system you have created. This hole will serve as the carb, so it should be in a place that is convenient to cover with a finger while you’re lighting the pipe.
- Make a bowl. Use the pen or another object to carve out a hollow shape on the top of the apple where the first hole was drilled. You can make it as deep or shallow as you want, depending on how much herb or tobacco you want to pack. You can also use aluminum foil to cover the top of the hole and poke some holes on it to prevent your herb or tobacco from falling into the apple.
- Light up your apple bong. Fill your bowl with your herb or tobacco of choice and light it up with a lighter. Cover the carb hole with your finger and inhale through the mouthpiece at the bottom of the apple. When you’re ready to clear your hit, release your finger from the carb hole and inhale all of
the smoke.
Method 2: Making a Hollowed-Out Apple Bong
This method is slightly more complicated but it allows you to make a bigger bowl and use less of
the apple’s flesh.
- Cut off
the top of
the apple.
Use
a sharp knife
to cut
about an inch
from
the top
of
the apple,
where
the stem is.
Slide
the top off
and remove
the stem.
Do not cut too close from
the stem because you will need
to use
the top like
a bowl. - Hollow out
the apple.
Use
a spoon
to scoop out
the flesh
of
the apple,
leaving about half an inch
of thickness around
the skin.
Be careful not
to puncture
the bottom or sides of
the apple.
You can eat or discard
the flesh. - Poke holes on
the sides of
the apple.
Use
a pen or another sharp object
to poke two holes on opposite sides of
the apple.
One hole will be
the mouthpiece and the other will be
the carb.
Make sure
the holes are big enough
to fit
your pen or tube. - Insert
the pen or tube into
the mouthpiece hole.
Push it in until it reaches
the center of
the apple.
This will create
a downstem that will connect
the bowl to
the chamber. - Make a bowl. Use the top of the apple that you cut off earlier as a bowl. Carve out a hollow shape on the top using a spoon or a knife. You can also use aluminum foil to cover the top and poke some holes on it. Attach the bowl to the pen or tube that is sticking out of the mouthpiece hole. You can use tape or rubber bands to secure it.
- Light up your apple bong. Fill your bowl with your herb or tobacco of choice and light it up with a lighter. Cover the carb hole with your finger and inhale through the mouthpiece at the side of the apple. When you’re ready to clear your hit, release your finger from the carb hole and inhale all of the smoke.
Tips and Warnings
- Use fresh and firm apples for your bong. Soft or rotten apples may collapse or leak while you’re smoking.
- Do not reuse your apple bong for too long. Apples will start to brown and decay after a few hours, so it’s best to dispose of them after one or two uses.
- Be careful not to inhale any apple pieces or seeds while smoking. They may cause choking or irritation.
- Do not use any chemicals or pesticides on your apple bong. They may contaminate your smoke and harm your health.
- Enjoy your apple bong responsibly and legally. Do not smoke any substances that are illegal in your area or that may impair your judgment or ability to drive.
Now you know how to make an apple bong in easy steps. You can use this method to make bongs out of other fruits or vegetables, such as oranges, bananas, carrots, or peppers. Experiment with different shapes and sizes and have fun with your homemade pipes!
