DIY Flavoring Thread - Part 2

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I want just a plain coffee to add to other mixes, to make something like the snickerdoodle coffee. So two questions...

1) anyone tried the FA espresso or coffee and is it close to the HS espresso
2) is ecx's nic good (I am an RTS nic user, but they don't have the HS espresso...trying to save on shipping since I'm out of work)
I really like ECX 100mg (PG) Nicotine. It is also very consistent.
 
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I want just a plain coffee to add to other mixes, to make something like the snickerdoodle coffee. So two questions...

1) anyone tried the FA espresso or coffee and is it close to the HS espresso
2) is ecx's nic good (I am an RTS nic user, but they don't have the HS espresso...trying to save on shipping since I'm out of work)
I am using ecx nicotine right now. I really like it. I bought this earlier this year but it was chilling.
 

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I want just a plain coffee to add to other mixes, to make something like the snickerdoodle coffee. So two questions...

1) anyone tried the FA espresso or coffee and is it close to the HS espresso
2) is ecx's nic good (I am an RTS nic user, but they don't have the HS espresso...trying to save on shipping since I'm out of work)

I've tried every coffee I can find - ECX, FA, FW, TPA, Inawera, Capella and NF. Also multiple extracts I've made.

The HS Espresso is the only one that's been useable to me with ECX and Inawera being somewhat distant seconds.

I do use higher voltage and low resistance, so some of those may be ok with lower heat.
 

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Thanks for all the suggestions :) I vape higher voltage but usually around 2.5ohm. I still love my carto tanks...can't get on board with the RBAs or bottom coil tanks.

Unfortunately I had to go the other route (RTS) because between their 15% sale and my points, being able to save $10 made the difference between being able to but 250ml of nic instead of 120ml. I tossed in a small bottle of the FA espresso...hope it doesn't gag me LOL!
 

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1) anyone tried the FA espresso or coffee and is it close to the HS espresso

To my taste buds they're pretty similar. Both have a dark, roasty flavor. I guess the FA has a darker (more burnt/roasted) flavor to it. I like to add a small amount of either one to my tobaccos sometimes.
 

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I haven't tried mine yet... just got three in the mail today. They do smell good though (unmixed) - especially the hazelnut. I also got vanilla and cocoa. Hopefully I'll have a chance to mix them up tonight.
I am interested on your thoughts related to the vanilla. I still need to mix up my powdered vannillin and try.
I also have the Cherry and the American Tobacco.
 

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Oh masterful DIY'ers, I have a question for you :) I just got Lorann's Pina Colada and it smells great, mixed it at 10% with an added 2.5% fresh cream and 2,5% coconut. It tastes quite good, but the citric acid in the Lorann's is murdering the inside of my mouth. Is there anything that will tone that down?

I'm guessing that since it's in the flavoring, I'm just stuck with it :blink:

Merry Christmas!!
 

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Oh masterful DIY'ers, I have a question for you :) I just got Lorann's Pina Colada and it smells great, mixed it at 10% with an added 2.5% fresh cream and 2,5% coconut. It tastes quite good, but the citric acid in the Lorann's is murdering the inside of my mouth. Is there anything that will tone that down?

I'm guessing that since it's in the flavoring, I'm just stuck with it :blink:

Merry Christmas!!


Try a drop of Honey Flavor works with cooking.
 

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By golly Sdh, I think you came up with something with the baking soda! I read the info from the link, and mixed 1teaspoon baking soda with 1/2 cup warm water to dissolve. Added a couple of drops to my tank and a drop in the top of my carto to soak down. While 3 drops was too much for a 4ml carto tank (I can taste the bicarb) it did cut the ph and there is no more mouth and throat irritation. Working off that premiss, I added 3 drops to the remaining 15ml bottle and will adjust up from there if needed. It should be workable without being able to taste the bicarb.

Please use distilled water if anyone decides to try this out! I used tap water because I was too impatient to wait til I could get distilled :blush:
 

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By golly Sdh, I think you came up with something with the baking soda! I read the info from the link, and mixed 1teaspoon baking soda with 1/2 cup warm water to dissolve. Added a couple of drops to my tank and a drop in the top of my carto to soak down. While 3 drops was too much for a 4ml carto tank (I can taste the bicarb) it did cut the ph and there is no more mouth and throat irritation. Working off that premiss, I added 3 drops to the remaining 15ml bottle and will adjust up from there if needed. It should be workable without being able to taste the bicarb.

Please use distilled water if anyone decides to try this out! I used tap water because I was too impatient to wait til I could get distilled :blush:
So cool Bov! I never had to use it for vaping yet. However, it does make sense. . Yes, it sounds like it may work for you. Fingers crossed for you. :)
 

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I have not had any luck finding a balance with the baking soda, sadly. If I use enough to stop the mouth irritation, I can taste it in my juice...using little enough not to taste it is not enough to stop the irritation. It was a great idea tho!

Pity too, because the Pina Colada flavor tastes good.

Sweetener also neutralizes Citric Acid that's why I suggested trying a drop of Honey Flavor. I realize vaping is different from cooking, but I think it is worth a shot.
 
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