The 4 new Darkside Core varieties: MG Assi 2.0, Wild B, Bounty Hunter & Trp Ray in the test
Darkside is bringing four new darkblend varieties to the German market - from tropical mango to dark wild berries to creamy coconut. Here you can get all the flavor profiles, setup tips, mixing tips and the most frequently asked questions answered in detail.
All 4 new Darkside Core varieties at a glance
Darkside is the Russian darkblend legend and has significantly shaped the hype about strong Burley shisha tobacco in Germany. The Core Line is the flagship range - more intense than the Base Line, with higher nicotine strength and maximum heat resistance. The secret: The tobacco is produced using the so-called “boiled” process, in which the aromas penetrate deep into the tobacco fiber. The result is sessions that remain at full flavor from the first minute to the last.
The four new additions cover a wide range: from tropical-fruity to berry-tart to creamy-exotic. In this way, Darkside specifically served the categories that were most in demand by the community.
Darkside MG Assi 2.0 – The juiciest mango in the Darkblend game
MG Assi 2.0
Flavor: Mango
There are endless varieties of mangoes on the market - most of them taste like bubble gum. MG Assi 2.0 takes a different approach: The 2.0 version is a rework of the original, delivering a juicy, nectar-like mango flavor that tastes like the moment you bite into a fully ripe fruit. The strong dark blend base creates a perfect contrast between the lush fruit sweetness and the spicy note of the burley tobacco.
Compared to its predecessor, the sweetness has been intensified, the fruit profile is denser and remains stable throughout the entire session - without flattening out.
Buy nowDarkside Wild B – Dark wild berries with depth
Wild B
Taste: wild berry mix
Wild B is not just the next berry tobacco. The mixture relies on dark, ripe wild berries: blackberries and wild raspberries set the tone, blueberries round it off. The result is fruity and deep at the same time - a complex taste with a slight tartness and a natural acidity that harmonizes perfectly with the spicy note of the Burley base tobacco.
Wild B is the successor variety of Wild Forest. In comparison, Wild B relies more heavily on dark berry notes and a more pronounced sweetness, while Wild Forest leaned more towards strawberries and light berries.
Buy nowDarkside Bounty Hunter – Darkblend level creamy coconut
Bounty Hunter
Flavor: Coconut
Coconut is one of the trickiest flavors in shisha - many tobaccos taste like sunscreen. Instead, Bounty Hunter delivers a creamy, natural coconut note: almost like freshly whipped coconut milk or coconut ice cream. The sweetness is present but not overpowering. The dark blend base gives the taste a soft, almost dessert-like depth that pure Virginia coconut tobaccos cannot offer.
An insider tip for anyone who wants to get to know Darkblend from a completely different side.
Buy nowDarkside Trp Ray – Tropical Pineapple Coconut Cocktail
Trp Ray
Flavor: Pineapple & Coconut
Trp Ray is the piña colada moment in the dark blend segment. The pineapple gives the tobacco a tangy, slightly sour freshness, while the coconut forms the creamy base. The combination results in a tropical cocktail mix that tastes like a beach bar and sunset - with the intensity and depth that only a dark blend can deliver.
Who Bounty Hunter If you think it's good, but you also want some fruit freshness, Trp Ray is the right choice.
Buy nowComparison: All 4 varieties at a glance
| Variety | Flavor | profile | Sweetness | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MG Assi 2.0 | Mango | Fruity, juicy, tropical | High | All-day fruit fans |
| Wild B | Wild berries | Berry, tart-sweet, deep | Medium | Berry lover, blender |
| Bounty Hunter | Coconut | Creamy, sweet, exotic | Medium-High | Coconut fans, dessert types |
| Trp Ray | Pineapple & coconut | Tropical, fresh and creamy | Medium-High | Cocktail fans, tropical lovers |
All four varieties cost 19,99 € per 100g can and are based on the Darkblend Core base tobacco with medium to strong nicotine strength. The heat resistance is identical for all of them - Darkside Core can tolerate more heat than almost any other tobacco on the market.
Setup guide: How to get the most out of it
Head & attachment
Darkblend needs the right setup. We recommend one for all four new varieties Shisha Phunnel in combination with a massive Smokebox (HMD). The phunnel prevents the molasses from running off and the smokebox ensures even heat distribution without any overheating.
Pro tip: The new Darkside D-Micro head
To coincide with the drop, Darkside has released the D-Micro multi-hole head. It only needs around 16 g of tobacco per filling - perfect for quick but intensive sessions without unnecessary consumption. Ideal if you want to try all four varieties first.
Head structure
In the phunnel: Press the tobacco lightly - knob contact or light bar contact with the smokebox. Not too loose, not too tight. In the multi-hole head: loose and airy until just below the edge. Darkside can handle a lot of heat - start with full power. This makes the clouds thicker and the aromas more intense.
Coal
2-3 pieces high quality Natural charcoal (26 cubes) on the smokebox. Since Darkside Core is extremely heat-tolerant, you start with full equipment and remove a coal if necessary - not the other way around.
Mixing tips & combinations
All four varieties work excellently on their own - but when combined, new worlds of taste are created:
MG Assi 2.0 + Trp Ray
Mango meets pineapple coconut: a tropical fruit cocktail that's sweeter and fuller than either variety alone. Mixing ratio: 60 / 40 in favor of MG Assi 2.0.
Wild B + MG Assi 2.0
Wild berries and mango – unusual on paper, fantastic in practice. The tartness of the berries perfectly balances the sweetness of the mango. Mixing ratio: 50/50.
Bounty Hunter + Trp Ray
Double coconut power with a pineapple kick. For everyone who likes creamy tropics. Mixing ratio: 50/50.
Wild B + Bounty Hunter
Wild berry coconut sounds exotic – and tastes it too. Berry tartness meets creamy coconut, almost like a berry smoothie with coconut milk. Mixing ratio: 60/40 in favor of Wild B.
For darkblend beginners
If this is your first time smoking darkblend, mix one of the new strains 50/50 with a Virginia tobacco of your choice. This way you slowly get used to the strength. You can increase the dark blend proportion with each session.
Who are the new varieties suitable for?
The new core varieties are primarily aimed at experienced shisha smokers with dark blend experience. The nicotine strength is well above Virginia levels, and the original taste of the base tobacco is present.
MG Assi 2.0 – for everyone who is looking for an authentic, juicy mango without a bubblegum aroma. Perfect all-day tobacco in the dark blend segment.
Wild B – for berry lovers who appreciate depth and complexity. Also excellent as a base for your own mixtures.
Bounty Hunter – for coconut fans who want a natural, creamy taste – without the usual sunscreen aftertaste.
Trp Ray – for everyone who loves tropical cocktail flavors. If you like piña coladas, you will love Trp Ray.
Frequently asked questions about the new Darkside Core strains
MG Assi 2.0 tastes like intense, fully ripe mango. The aroma is reminiscent of sweet mango nectar and is significantly fruitier and juicier than the previous version. The taste remains constant throughout the session.
Wild B offers a strong wild berry mix of blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. The taste is sweet and slightly tart, with a natural acidity that provides depth. Wild B is the successor variety to Wild Forest with a stronger focus on dark berries.
Bounty Hunter tastes like creamy, tropical coconut - like fresh coconut milk or coconut ice cream. Sweet, exotic and with a soft depth. The dark blend base makes the coconut flavor particularly full-bodied.
Trp Ray combines juicy pineapple with creamy coconut to create a tropical cocktail. The pineapple brings a tangy freshness, the coconut a creamy base - perfectly balanced between sweetness and freshness.
All four belong to the Core Line with medium to strong nicotine strength. Stronger than Virginia and the Darkside Base Line. For beginners, we first recommend a 50/50 mix with Virginia tobacco.
Phunnel or multi-hole head – both work. Press lightly in the phunnel (nub contact), build loosely and airily in the multi-hole head. Always combine with a massive smokebox for even heat.
All four cost €19.99 per 100g can (€199.90/kg). At hookahx.de shipping is free for orders over €70.
Absolutely. Top combinations: MG Assi 2.0 + Trp Ray (mango-pineapple-coconut), Wild B + MG Assi 2.0 (wild berry-mango), Bounty Hunter + Trp Ray (double coconut with pineapple). All are based on the same core foundation and harmonize perfectly.
No. Wild B is the successor variety to Wild Forest. Both are wild berry tobaccos, but Wild B relies more heavily on dark berries (blackberries, wild raspberries) with a more pronounced sweetness. Wild Forest was lighter and more strawberry-heavy.
The Core Line is more intense with higher nicotine strength and stronger taste. The Base Line is milder and suitable for dark blend beginners. In terms of taste, both lines offer the same varieties.
All four varieties are available immediately at hookahx.de - shipping in 1-2 working days, free for orders over €70.
Thanks to the extreme heat resistance, core sessions last 60-90 minutes with full flavor. With Phunnel + Smokebox and 2-3 natural coals, the aroma remains intense until the end.
Conclusion & order directly
With MG Assi 2.0, Wild B, Bounty Hunter and Trp Ray, Darkside closes four gaps in the range at once. The mango has become juicier, the wild berries more complex, and Darkside is setting new standards in the coconut segment with two varieties. All four are now available from us – with free shipping for orders over €70.
