If I get a harsh juice that makes me cough, should I decrease the PG or VG?

[paulw2014]

In another word, which causes the cough? It makes my throat tight. Thanks

I also noticed that mint flavored juice is easier on the throat for the same PG/VG ratio. Anyone else agrees?

 

[boomerdude]

I suggest you narrow it down to exactly what's causing you to cough. Try straight PG and if your still coughing do all VG. Still coughing? Maybe too much wattage on your PV. Up your resistance or lower your voltage and see if that helps.

 

[Buggs5347]

PG causes more of a throat hit, so I would reduce that. However, you also did not mention the level of nic in your juice. If that is too high for you, it can seem harsh, as well. Aside from those, certain flavors can seem harsh to some people and not to others.

 

[doots]

In another word, which causes the cough? It makes my throat tight. Thanks

I also noticed that mint flavored juice is easier on the throat for the same PG/VG ratio. Anyone else agrees?

What is the nic content of the juice you are using? What is the pg/vg ratio? Also too much air to vape ratio can make me cough.. I need more vape and the coughing all goes away. Too much air, no good for me..

 

[DiNet]

Or it could be dry hit... or hot spot... also burning juice caused me to cough.

 

[Hulamoon]

For me, it was the PG that caused a dry hacking cough and after a while my lungs felt heavy for want of a better description. I now vape 100% VG wherever possible. Hope that helps.

 

[XfooYen]

High nic levels cause throat irritation as much or more than PG. If you're above 12-15mg nic, that could be the culprit. I am somewhat sensitive to PG so higher than 30%PG in my juice is bothersome. Just for reference.

 

[feniks]

as far as I know (researched a lot before) it's the PG causing the throat hit (feeling of tightness or even cough) and I can attest to that ... when I set voltage too high (over 4.2V on my ego c twist) I nearly cough vaping 80/20 ratio (pg/vg) of some 6mg nicotine flavor.
glad I took next shipment of 70/30 standard with 11mg nicotine, that should do. also wondering that it must make sense for some vendors to claim 50/50 ratio as standard.
I also read that pure 100% VG produces least of "smoke" effect, no throat hit and may reduce strength of flavoring.

 

[Hulamoon]

Hi Feniks, the 100% VG produces the biggest "smoke effect" but yes it can mute flavor a little and is a much smoother throat hit. Some folk say it tastes a little sweet too. Still, it's a wonderful alternative to those who have issues with PG. Some vendors offer a true 100% VG also (the flavorings don't include PG either). Yes we're referring to a very small amount overall but for those who can't tolerate PG at all that's good news. Luckily there's something for just about everyone.

 

[feniks]

thanks for correcting me you are right, I double checked, VG gives the visible puff

I agree, that is an awesome alternative to PG when it causes issues to some. so far it's OK with me at 80% level, but I am wondering if lack of PG maybe removes a kind of aftertaste I have or maybe that is from the flavor (Cheesecake Torte hehehe), not sure yet until I try another one later/tomorrow.

here's the info on PG/VG I was reading before:
What is Propylene Glycol?

Hi Feniks, the 100% VG produces the biggest "smoke effect" but yes it can mute flavor a little and is a much smoother throat hit. Some folk say it tastes a little sweet too. Still, it's a wonderful alternative to those who have issues with PG. Some vendors offer a true 100% VG also (the flavorings don't include PG either). Yes we're referring to a very small amount overall but for those who can't tolerate PG at all that's good news. Luckily there's something for just about everyone.

 

[Hulamoon]

Hmmm - could be the juice, but some say that PG has a slightly bitter taste. I can't attest to that personally as I haven't used PG very much myself. Good luck in your sleuthing!