flavor strenght and %

[junior28186]

hi, im new to DIY and theres something making me scratch my head a bit,

i have bought a lot of concentrated flavors from TPA directly cause i know revendor dillute, not everyone but the far majority.

for example, apple from TPA some people say that is not a really strong flavor.... is it because i need to go high on % or the flavor is just
weak at its peak?

 

[Train2]

I think when they say it's not strong, they mean you may need a higher percentage.
You can always go higher, so still don't start TOO high - maybe 10%, and see if it's good.
I use some flavors as high as 15%.

 

[Wingsfan0310]

I also believe when people say it's a weak flavor they mean they use a higher percentage. For single flavors I go anywhere from 1 to 2 drops of Caramel Cappuccino per 10ml to 10% for Pineapple (both TFA).

Cheers,
Steve

 

[junior28186]

yeah, i have pineapple too but didnt found the sweet spot yet.... have 2 boittles at 5% and 10% gonna tweak from there i like very strong flavor thats why im asking.

since apple seems very weak IMO i tought it just the way it is and cant get really stronger......

also i have another question about the overflavoring, when ur flavor starts to get there, i mean is it good at a 10-15% range or its
something like 10 is good 11% taste nothing

 

[Rat2chat2]

Here is a good list of the percentage of flavorings that are recommended. I normally start out lower and play with them to see what I like. Always easier to add more. Hope this might help.

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0-fokotvwm4VXhiOXltZ3pBdmc/edit

Here is a very good thread for learning everything about flavorings.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/diy-e-liquid/336110-flavor-apprentice-flavoring-thread-218.html

Good luck to you and happy mixing. Hope you have fun with it. I do.

 

[junior28186]

i use this thread and help me greatly. for the banana nut bread its right on.

i always make a 5ml at 5 % and 10% of each flavorings.... but sometimes i feel like getting lost.

just an example tried 5% pear... very subtil taste and great scent, tried the 10% after and seems weaker..... was like damn

so tweaked the 5% to 7 and didnt add much... ended up going to 15 to be the best.....