How To Find The Best E-Juice For You
Posted by Courtney McElligott on Aug 5th 2016
Finding e-juice you actually look forward to comes down to two things: a flavor you enjoy and a nicotine strength that fits how you vape. The catalog is huge, so narrowing it can feel like a lot at first. The shortcut most vapers land on is to start with flavors from established e-liquid makers and work from there.
What's actually in your e-liquid
E-liquid is the part of the setup you taste, though your tank and battery matter too. Every bottle is built from a few ingredients: nicotine (or none, if you choose 0mg), flavoring, and a base of Propylene Glycol (PG), Vegetable Glycerin (VG), or a blend of the two.
That PG/VG split changes the feel. PG is thinner, carries flavor sharply, and gives a firmer throat hit. VG is thicker and produces denser vapor. A 50/50 blend is a common middle ground; higher-VG mixes lean toward bigger clouds. Both PG and VG are common food-grade additives recognized as safe for use in food by the FDA (a fact about the ingredients, not a claim about vapor products).
Pick a nicotine strength that fits
E-liquid comes in a range of nicotine concentrations because vapers want different things. Before you buy, check that the strength on the label matches what you're after. Common freebase levels run from 0mg up through 3mg, 6mg, 12mg, and higher; nicotine salts are sold in their own strengths. If you're unsure, it's reasonable to start lower and adjust on your next order.
Use flavor reviews to narrow the field
Plenty of vapers post notes on the flavors they've tried across different brands. Those write-ups, scattered across vaping blogs and product pages, are some of the easiest research you can do. Reading a few before you commit tells you what other people liked or didn't about a specific juice.
The flavor range, briefly
There's a wide spread of e-liquid flavors out there. The familiar ones are sweet and dessert profiles, plus tobacco and menthol blends. Beyond those you'll find chocolate, coffee, coconut, vanilla, strawberry, apple, and banana. And there are the more unusual mixes like Strawberry Colada and Lemon Meringue Pie.
Sample before you size up
When you order e-juice from us, or anywhere, a good move is to try three or four 10ml flavors first. Many vendors sell sampler or variety packs with several small bottles, so you can taste a handful without committing to a large bottle of something you've never had. Once you know which ones you reach for, narrow down to the e-liquid that suits your taste. You can also mix tobacco or fruit flavors together and see what you get.
The list of flavors is effectively endless, and it all comes down to what you like. Search the profiles that sound best to you, read the reviews, and let other vapers' experiences point you toward something worth trying.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many e-juice flavors should I order to start?
Three to four 10ml bottles is a sensible starting point. Sampler or variety packs make this easy by bundling several small bottles, so you can taste a range before buying a large bottle of any single flavor.
What is the difference between PG and VG in e-liquid?
PG (Propylene Glycol) is thinner, carries flavor sharply, and gives a firmer throat hit. VG (Vegetable Glycerin) is thicker and produces denser vapor. A 50/50 blend is a common middle ground, while higher-VG mixes lean toward bigger clouds.
What nicotine strengths does e-liquid come in?
Freebase e-liquid is commonly sold from 0mg up through 3mg, 6mg, 12mg, and higher. Nicotine salts come in their own strength range. Check the label before you buy so the strength matches what you want, and adjust on a later order if needed.
Can I mix two e-juice flavors together?
Yes. Combining tobacco or fruit flavors is a common way to land on something you like. Start with small amounts so you can fine-tune the ratio before committing to a larger batch.
How do I know if I'll like a flavor before buying a big bottle?
Read flavor reviews from other vapers on blogs and product pages, then sample the flavor in a small 10ml size first. That combination tells you what others thought and lets you confirm it for yourself before sizing up.
What PG/VG ratio should a new vaper choose?
A 50/50 blend is a popular all-around starting point that balances flavor and vapor. If you want more vapor, move toward a higher-VG mix; if you prefer a firmer throat hit and sharper flavor, lean higher-PG. Your device and coil can also guide the choice.
These products are intended only for adults 21+. Nicotine is an addictive chemical. This article is general product information and is not a smoking-cessation claim.