Mixing Vape Juice flavours to come up with new combinations can be a lot of fun. Like most anything else, it helps to have a good foundation of knowledge and a few simple rules to follow to get the results that you want. Here are some basics to get you started.
General rules
Mixing e-juice presents a whole world of new flavour possibilities, but there are a few guidelines from which you shouldn’t stray. These include:
Sticking with similar viscosity blends
Using similar flavour profiles
Using common-sense ratios
For example, in most cases, starting with a 50/50 blend of flavours that you know would go well together, such as caramel and apple, will yield the best results. Of course, there are exceptions; for example, cinnamon has a strong flavour, so you might want to use it in smaller amounts in your blends. If you have a particularly unusual e-juice, such as cola, you might want to hold off on using it until you've gained more experience combining juices and have a well-rounded basis of flavours.
The Ratio
Establish a consistent ratio utilising the drop approach if you wish to mix a stronger flavour with a more mellow one. For instance, you may try one drop of green apple for every ten drops of banana and adjust as needed. This criterion can also be applied when combining "strange" or "off-the-wall" flavours. Once you've established a suitable base, such as strawberry lemonade, you may gradually add your "special sauce" in 5 percent increments until you have the desired flavour.
Flavours that work well together
If you're wondering how to develop vape liquid with a unique flavour, start by thinking of food flavours that mix well together and work your way up from there. You can try one of the many step-by-step recipes available on the Internet, or simply think about your favourite culinary flavour combinations for inspiration. For example, you'll probably have a lot of luck with mixtures like:
- Apple-banana
- Apple-blueberry
- Peanut butter-banana
- Lemon-custard
- Coffee-chocolate cake
- Popcorn-caramel
- Orange-almond
- Vanilla-pistachio
- Watermelon-cucumber-apple
Remember that learning how to manufacture your own e-juice is supposed to be enjoyable. Everyone, including chefs, makes mistakes when they first start out. Indeed, if you haven't made a mistake yet, you aren't doing it correctly! Don't be scared to mix and match your favourite flavours to come up with new and intriguing e-liquids to enjoy and flaunt. You'll be skilfully blending exquisite flavours for a truly wonderful vaping experience before you realise it.
If you would like to experiment, nicotine-free shortfill e-liquids give you plenty of room to blend, and adding a nic shot lets you set your own strength. You can also explore ready-made e-liquid bundles for combinations that already work well together. Vaping products are for over-18s only.
FAQ
Can you mix two different vape juices together?
Yes. Mixing e-liquids is possible and can be enjoyable. For the best results, blend liquids with a similar VG/PG ratio and complementary flavour profiles, starting around a 50/50 mix and adjusting from there.
Is it safe to mix nicotine and nicotine-free e-liquids?
Combining a nicotine-free shortfill with a nic shot is common practice. Keep track of the volumes so you know the final nicotine strength, and store all e-liquids safely away from children and pets.
Which flavours mix well together?
Complementary pairings such as apple and blueberry, lemon and custard, or coffee and chocolate tend to work well. Strong flavours like cinnamon or cola are best added in small amounts.
How do I work out the ratio when mixing?
Use the drop method: start with a base flavour and add the stronger flavour a few drops, or about 5%, at a time, tasting as you go until you reach the balance you want.
Do I need special equipment to mix e-liquids?
For simple flavour blending you only need clean bottles and the liquids themselves. If you are adding nic shots to shortfills, follow the mixing guidance printed on the bottle.
