Trifecta really is a perfect "trifecta" between 3 things - flavor, nicotine, and overall smokability.
Flavor: I never liked Al Fakher because the glycerin creates a harshness in the back of your throat (I get the same effect from vapes which are also glycerin based). I would say the consistency of Trifecta is similar to Starbuzz - not too wet, not too dry, natural tasing marinade. The flavors are very unique though. The melon flavors are delicious. The mint also tastes like real spearmint, not like mouthwash. Ruby has also been a crowd favorite (kind of a warm fruity taste). Cucubmer mint is my newest discovery and possibly new favorite. The Nawar has a wonderful LIGHT floral taste, similar to rose water, not too overpowering.
Nicotine: I used to be a heavyweight smoking Tangiers and Nakhla. At some point I lost my nicotine tolerance and had to switch to Starbuzz. The Trifecta blonde is perfect for lightweights or for the general population (i.e. taking the hookah to a party where most people have never tried one). It won't make you sick, but you still get a tiny bit of a buzz after a while.
Smokability: Beware, Trifecta can burn easily, so manage your heat and rotate your coals frequently. If you do this, you will get big puffy clouds with lots of flavor. It does require a bit of management though, not a set-and-forget shisha. It can easily take about a round and a half of coconut coals before it starts to burn. So not a heat champ like Nakhla or Tangiers, more in the realm of Starbuzz or Al Fakher in that regard.
