Among today’s hottest trends is vaping. The many types of e-cigarettes and flavors of e-liquids available is growing daily. The heart of the e-cigarette, where the flavor comes from, is the e-liquid, also known as e-juiceThe e-liquid has only a few ingredients. This include the base, the flavor and nicotine, if there is any. The main part is the base. The base is generally made up of a combination of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG). Propylene glycol is a liquid used as a flavoring carrier in foods. It is also an ingredient in food coloring, and an additive in some medications. Vegetable glycerin is a thick, vegetable-based liquid. Because of its thickness the vegetable glycerin is generally mixed with the propylene glycol to form a smooth base for vaping.
The e-liquid can have various levels of nicotine, or none. The levels can range from 0mg up to 24mg. The many different types of flavors of an e-liquid are added with food grade, natural or artificial flavorings. The taste of e-liquid flavors can vary among suppliers. Buying small batches of a new flavor will help insure you don’t end up with large quantities you don’t like. The flavors of e-liquids are like ice cream flavors, a wide variety. The flavors can vary from fruity such as strawberry or blueberry, to savory such as double fudge brownies. For the traditional tobacco lover e-liquids can also come in flavors such as tobacco or menthol. Coffee lovers can delight in the fact that there is also a caffeinated e-cigarette. According to Vape Magazine the three extra ingredients in the caffeinated e-cigarette are ginseng, taurine, and guarana. The levels of caffeine can vary depending on the supplier. There is generally about two milligrams of caffeine per e-cigarette.
E-liquids are light sensitive. To keep them fresh they should be kept in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Often brands are sold in colored bottles to reduce light exposure. There is also an expiration date and a manufacture date on the container to ensure freshness. The e-liquid cartridges in an e-cigarettes should be refilled when the vapor that is being produced by your e-cigarette is reduced. Also know that this can be caused when the battery is low. When changing flavors it’s recommended you change the e-liquid cartridges to reduce any possible carry-over tastes.
There are many available flavors and types of ready to use e-liquids. Making your own is also an option. It’s best to buy quality products and have an expert show you how before trying to make your own e-liquid. The base mixture of the e-liquid, propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin, are not considered toxic. Nicotine, on the other hand, can be and should be added with caution.
The variety of flavors of e-liquids in the vaping market continue to expand. For help in finding your favorite new e-liquid flavor come into our Houston Vape Shop. Our knowledgeable employees can help you pick out flavors that fit your personal taste.
References:
- Vape Magazine. “Is Vaping Caffeine The Next Big Trend?”
3 May 2016
