i was a menthol smoker before i switched to e-cigs, i have only tried the cheap $20 dollar xhale02 brand from 7-11 but they have a menthol flavor and it has been fine as far as taste, however they have a terribly short atty life, burning out completely around the 10 day mark, just bought my third one this month (completely new starter kit) because they don't sell spare parts at the 7-11, just starter kits ($20) and cart refills (10 carts for $15) so ive spent about $100 dollars this month and today i just ordered a 510 joye with a refill bottle of apple mint e-juice, im looking forward to trying the new flavor, and the atty lasting longer than 10 days, as far as finding a good menthol flavor for your friend i'l let u kno how i like the apple mint i ordered when it arrives later this week