Apple Bongs and Other DIY Smoking Devices

If you’re looking for a creative way to enjoy your next smoke, an apple bong is a fun and natural option that you can create yourself. By hollowing out an apple, you can create a makeshift smoking pipe that is fire, affordable, and slightly fruity. Keep reading to learn how to make a pipe out of an apple or other common household items.

What is an apple bong?

An apple bong is technically more of a pipe. It’s an easy makeshift smoking device made from an apple, where the fruit is hollowed out to create a bowl and a chamber for inhaling smoke. 

Out of apples at home? A pear can also be used similarly, with the same basic setup: carving out a bowl and creating a pathway for the smoke and another to function as the carb. Both fruits offer a natural and temporary alternative to the traditional glass bong or pipe, which can be especially handy if you’re in a consumption pinch. 

How to make an apple bong

Creating an apple bong is an easy way to enjoy your smoke. Here’s a straightforward step-by-step guide for creating your apple bong at home.

Collect your materials:

• Apple
• Pen or poking tool
• Cannabis flower

Follow these six steps:

1. 1. Prepare the apple. Twist and pull the stem from the apple and create a small bowl-shaped indentation at the top.
   2. Create the chamber. Use a pen or a small poking tool to hollow out a tunnel from the top of the apple down towards the center of the apple, making sure it’s deep enough to hold smoke.
   3. Add the mouthpiece. Poke a hole from the side of the apple into the chamber you just created. This will be your mouthpiece. We don’t recommend smoking with a small piece of aluminum foil as a bowl.

• Add the carb. Poke a second hole where your thumb comfortably rests when holding the apple with your mouth near the mouthpiece. Connect this hole to the chamber. This will be your carb.

1. Pack the bowl. Fill the indentation at the top with ground weed.
2. Use the bong. Light the cannabis in the bowl while inhaling through the mouthpiece. If you added a carb hole, cover the hole with your finger or thumb and uncover it to control the airflow.

How to smoke out of an apple bong

To successfully smoke out of an apple bong, just follow these simple steps:

1. Pack the bowl. As we mentioned above, you’ll start by filling the hole in the top indentation of the apple with ground weed.
2. Light the weed. Use a lighter to ignite the weed while inhaling gently through the mouthpiece hole you created on the side of the apple. 
3. Inhale. Draw the smoke through the chamber and into your lungs.
4. Exhale and enjoy your fruit-flavored smoke!

Other DIY smoking devices

Looking to continue the creativity with other household items? Here are a few more DIY smoking devices you can craft with common objects that might just be lying around:

• Gravity bong

A gravity bong is a popular DIY stoner go-to that uses water and gravity to draw smoke into a chamber. It’s made from two plastic bottles, with one submerged in water while the other is used to hold and light the weed.

• Water bottle bong

This simple trick involves cutting a hole in a plastic water bottle and using it as a chamber. You create a bowl with a small container, and water helps filter the smoke.

• Carrot pipe

Carve out a carrot to create a bowl and a chamber. It’s a sturdy, natural alternative that works well for a quick fix.

• Pumpkin bong

For a seasonal twist, hollow out a pumpkin and use it as a large base for your bong. This one is perfect for Halloween gatherings.

FAQ

Do apples make good pipes?

Yes, apples can certainly make for quality weed pipes. They’re easy to find, biodegradable, and can even add a sweet, fruity flavor to the smoke. Plus, using an apple bowl doesn’t involve any harmful chemicals or complicated setup, making it a quick and natural option.

Is smoking out of an apple bad for you?

Smoking out of an apple is generally considered safe, especially when compared with other makeshift smoking methods that involve plastic or aluminum, which can release harmful chemicals when heated.

How do you light an apple pipe?

Start by packing the small indentation at the top of the apple. Hold the apple so the mouthpiece hole is near your lips, and cover the carb hole with your finger. Then, use a lighter or match to ignite the weed in the bowl while gently inhaling through the mouthpiece.

Can you make a pipe with other fruit?

Yes! Common choices include pineapple, pear, and pumpkin.