My First Time Ordering (from this liquid vendor)

[Mr.Mann]

It is always fun and exciting when ordering liquid from a vendor for the first time. You have no idea about the packaging, shipping speed, or more importantly, you have no idea about the juice.

Maybe your like me and have been stalking a site, filling the cart multiple times, and editing said cart just as much. You've probably researched the vendor, read reviews, or just had a gut feeling about this vendor. Maybe it's time to pull the trigger?

I just ordered from Moondrop for the first time and I got Smith Barn Sticks (tobacco absolute juice) and Straight Up (tobacco absolute juice). I really have no idea what to expect but I have received the green light from a member's opinion who I respect (billherbst).

I think this thread could be cool for anyone, but especially new members who are ordering from new vendors daily. So let's here about who you've just ordered from, about to order from, or are on the precipice of ordering from. Also, let's hear about what it was like when you received your order.

 

[Sunshinefl8788]

It is always fun and exciting when ordering liquid from a vendor for the first time. You have no idea about the packaging, shipping speed, or more importantly, you have no idea about the juice.

Maybe your like me and have been stalking a site, filling the cart multiple times, and editing said cart just as much. You've probably researched the vendor, read reviews, or just had a gut feeling about this vendor. Maybe it's time to pull the trigger?

I just ordered from Moondrop for the first time and I got Smith Barn Sticks (tobacco absolute juice) and Straight Up (tobacco absolute juice). I really have no idea what to expect but I have received the green light from a member's opinion who I respect (billherbst).

I think this thread could be cool for anyone, but especially new members who are ordering from new vendors daily. So let's here about who you've just ordered from, about to order from, or are on the precipice of ordering from. Also, let's hear about what it was like when you received your order.

And here I thought it was just me that stalked a site... added liquids to the cart, just to end up removing them I just ordered from AVE for the first time, Bobas bounty and Gorilla juice!

I must have went to this site 10 times or more and then backed out at the last moment.....I am super excited just to try the juice, even if I don't like it I will finally get to experience what I have been hearing about since I first joined ECF

So much fun "Juice hunting" and then waiting like a kid on Christmas morning for the mailman!

 

[Mr.Mann]

And here I thought it was just me that stalked a site... added liquids to the cart, just to end up removing them I just ordered from AVE for the first time, Bobas bounty and Gorilla juice!

I must have went to this site 10 times or more and then backed out at the last moment.....I am super excited just to try the juice, even if I don't like it I will finally get to experience what I have been hearing about since I first joined ECF

So much fun "Juice hunting" and then waiting like a kid on Christmas morning for the mailman!

I know what it's like. It doesn't matter how long one does this, that first order is always cool. That is why I started this thread. I think I've been going back and forth with Moondrop for over a week and I've seen the negative and positive reviews. I finally just gave in cause time keeps on moving whether you do something about it or not.

 

[Sunshinefl8788]

I know what it's like. It doesn't matter how long one does this, that first order is always cool. That is why I started this thread. I think I've been going back and forth with Moondrop for over a week and I've seen the negative and positive reviews. I finally just gave in cause time keeps on moving whether you do something about it or not.

You're right, the first time is cool. The strange part for me is.....It seems to be hard to step away from my "go to" vendors. I always go through the "I KNOW" I like this, but I so want to "TRY" this! After the struggle is over and I finally go for it, it is so cool to finally click "complete order"

 

[Mr.Mann]

You're right, the first time is cool. The strange part for me is.....It seems to be hard to step away from my "go to" vendors. I always go through the "I KNOW" I like this, but I so want to "TRY" this! After the struggle is over and I finally go for it, it is so cool to finally click "complete order"

I have had a site open for over two days with all my information filled out just waiting on that click. That's a bit excessive, but sometimes I like prolonging gratification, and other times I am just paralyzed by indecision.

 

[Sunshinefl8788]

I have had a site open for over two days with all my information filled out just waiting on that click. That's a bit excessive, but sometimes I like prolonging gratification, and other times I am just paralyzed by indecision.

Been there several times, and the cause varies between the exact two reasons you stated above! So many wonderful vendors out there to try and so many we already love.

 

[Mr.Mann]

Been there several times, and the cause varies between the exact two reasons you stated above! So many wonderful vendors out there to try and so many we already love.

What sizes bottles of BB and GJ did you get? I only bought 2x10 mL bottles, but it is still as exciting as if I made a large order. Come to think of it, we both only ordered 2 bottles.


p.s. I absolutely love your signature!!!!

 

[Sunshinefl8788]

What sizes bottles of BB and GJ did you get? I only bought 2x10 mL bottles, but it is still as exciting as if I made a large order. Come to think of it, we both only ordered 2 bottles.


p.s. I absolutely love your signature!!!!

I went with 2 x 12ml.....I learned the hard way not to get carried away with a new liquid! Sometimes I end up wishing I had went with a larger bottle, but then there are those "other" times

I am glad you like the quote I have to tell you, it is quite an honor to have a conversation with you! When I see your posts I ALWAYS take notice! Your intelligence shines through in every sentence!

 

[Mr.Mann]

I went with 2 x 12ml.....I learned the hard way not to get carried away with a new liquid! Sometimes I end up wishing I had went with a larger bottle, but then there are those "other" times

I am glad you like the quote I have to tell you, it is quite an honor to have a conversation with you! When I see your posts I ALWAYS take notice! Your intelligence shines through in every sentence!

"Shines" means a lot coming from you! Thanks.

The way I see it is, as soon as you decide whether you like those juices or not, whether immediately or after a nice long steep, that is the time to order more. All too often I had this defect in my brain that told me a bottle would last forever. Unfortunately, that defect was coupled with procrastination -- I ended up actually being without juice a few times. Those are the kind of situations that only have to happen once (or three times LOL) before you open your eyes.<----I guess we came full circle. I don't know where you are in your journey, but one day (if you're not already there) you'll look up and have so much good juice that you could open up an e-liquid re-sell shop. But, that won't stop the hunt!

 

[Sunshinefl8788]

"Shines" means a lot coming from you! Thanks.

The way I see it is, as soon as you decide whether you like those juices or not, whether immediately or after a nice long steep, that is the time to order more. All too often I had this defect in my brain that told me a bottle would last forever. Unfortunately, that defect was coupled with procrastination -- I ended up actually being without juice a few times. Those are the kind of situations that only have to happen once (or three times LOL) before you open your eyes.<----I guess we came full circle. I don't know where you are in your journey, but one day (if you're not already there) you'll look up and have so much good juice that you could open up an e-liquid re-sell shop. But, that won't stop the hunt!

LOL I haven't had that happen "yet"....I have quite a few bottles I could always fall back on if the situation was desperate enough. That goes back to what I said earlier about learning the hard way about the larger bottles. Odd thing about some of these liquids....There are some that I really do like, just don't love them and I find myself avoiding those and only using my favorites.

I am a LONG way from opening my own shop, BUT at the rate I am going it won't be long! I have only been vaping about 4 months...I started off buying liquids from a local B&M and almost gave up, because their liquid supply was so limited. I am thankful I found ECF, it opened up a whole new world!!! I would not have known where to start, had it not been for all of the wonderful people and their experience!

 

[Mr.Mann]

LOL I haven't had that happen "yet"....I have quite a few bottles I could always fall back on if the situation was desperate enough. That goes back to what I said earlier about learning the hard way about the larger bottles. Odd thing about some of these liquids....There are some that I really do like, just don't love them and I find myself avoiding those and only using my favorites.

I am a LONG way from opening my own shop, BUT at the rate I am going it won't be long! I have only been vaping about 4 months...I started off buying liquids from a local B&M and almost gave up, because their liquid supply was so limited. I am thankful I found ECF, it opened up a whole new world!!! I would not have known where to start, had it not been for all of the wonderful people and their experience!

One thing I know for sure is that in this forum and in your vaping life, you will experience two months like it was a year. You'll look up back at what you were diggin' a few months ago, and moved on from, and be amazed at how long ago it seems. I just recently made the unfortunate decision to buy a 30 mL of juice for nostalgia's sake. Well, after I got it and vaped it, that is all it was for: nostalgia! It sure isn't going to be for vaping, cause that stuff is nasty! The worst part is that it wasn't that long ago when I thought it was the epitome of flavors and I was vaping it like it was going out of style (apparently it was going out of style.)

 

[Sunshinefl8788]

One thing I know for sure is that in this forum and in your vaping life, you will experience two months like it was a year. You'll look up back at what you were diggin' a few months ago, and moved on from, and be amazed at how long ago it seems. I just recently made the unfortunate decision to buy a 30 mL of juice for nostalgia's sake. Well, after I got it and vaped it, that is all it was for: nostalgia! It sure isn't going to be for vaping, cause that stuff is nasty! The worst part is that it wasn't that long ago when I thought it was the epitome of flavors and I was vaping it like it was going out of style (apparently it was going out of style.)

LOL I already have one I feel that way about....Tribeca by Halo, It was my all day vape for about a month and now......well, it tastes like old perfume and graham crackers

 

[Mr.Mann]

My liquid just shipped from Moondrop.

 

[aubergine]

Well, hello Mr Mann!
I am TRYING to order from Ahlusion. (Grave and frowning face.) As it is something of a rare emergency (I gave away my HUGE, and I do mean huge, meh-juice emergency stash during a recent move and kept only the Better Stuff, which then dwindled perilously without my noticing) I finally gave up, after discovering them often closed and drowned in their excellent reputation, actually pleading with people to keep orders at a minimum, and announcing that they may or may not be taking orders on Monday, and will be closed for the holidays after that, and ordered myself another recap of established favorites.
I'm not grousing, as ordering juice is a wooly biz, which makes it much more fun than ordering spirulina from Amazon, but am announcing to the empty ethers that IF they will take a small morning order on Monday, I'll return here and describe my various states of mind with Proustian perspicacity. It's always good to see you.

They are either damned good or damned inefficient, is what I say. Or both.

 

[Iowa Gal]

Aubergine...I have to say they are damned good. Seriously have become one of the two vendors I now use. I have been very pleased with the flavors and consistency from order to order which I was not getting from other vendors. I know there has been some frustration lately but my hope is closing after the 10th will allow them to get caught up and get a little downtime over the holidays. I have had several orders from them and my cyber Monday order is the only one that has taken more than a couple of days to process. If you give them a chance after the new year I think you will be pleased.

 

[Iowa Gal]

Now back to the OP. I was looking for a second vendor and really looking for a tobacco I just hadn't found. A dear friend suggested Heathers Heavenly Vapes so I started stalking the forum...great people. Ordered a sample pack based on forum favorites. Was very pleased with the turn around time and liked the samples. Bonus for me was a classified ad with a couple of other juices I wanted to try..pre steeped it was a jackpot. Gollum soon became my absolute favorite. I quickly ordered a larger bottle along with four 15ml of others to try and I couldn't be happier.

 

[Mr.Mann]

Now back to the OP. I was looking for a second vendor and really looking for a tobacco I just hadn't found. A dear friend suggested Heathers Heavenly Vapes so I started stalking the forum...great people. Ordered a sample pack based on forum favorites. Was very pleased with the turn around time and liked the samples. Bonus for me was a classified ad with a couple of other juices I wanted to try..pre steeped it was a jackpot. Gollum soon became my absolute favorite. I quickly ordered a larger bottle along with four 15ml of others to try and I couldn't be happier.

Isn't it sweet when it works out?! Yep, it's SWEET all right.

How would you describe the tobacco in Gollum?

 

[SAG]

Well this is certainly a thread that I can relate to! To be honest, I let out a sigh of relief to find that I'm not the only one that just can't click "process" without hesitation. By the time I decide to venture out to a new vendor, I'm almost blinded with frustration which adds to the indecision. It's a vicious cycle although I've been on a roll lately. It's such a relief after the "process order" has been smacked. Sometimes it leads to a dissappointment after the vapemail arrives. But not always I've found several keepers" for sure , so it's not always bad. It's a journey and anything is better than where I was with analogs. This is more fun. I'm just trying to enjoy the ride.

 

[Iowa Gal]

I'm terrible at this but..satisfying..it is subtle mixed with a lovely hint of raisin and a little rum...nothing like the stinkies but smooth. Sorry the best I can do...really need to work on that

 

[Mr.Mann]

Well this is certainly a thread that I can relate to! To be honest, I let out a sigh of relief to find that I'm not the only one that just can't click "process" without hesitation. By the time I decide to venture out to a new vendor, I'm almost blinded with frustration which adds to the indecision. It's a vicious cycle although I've been on a roll lately. It's such a relief after the "process order" has been smacked. Sometimes it leads to a dissappointment after the vapemail arrives. But not always I've found several keepers" for sure , so it's not always bad. It's a journey and anything is better than where I was with analogs. This is more fun. I'm just trying to enjoy the ride.

One of the really amazing parts of hitting the order button is that at that very moment everything is perfect! All juices ordered for the first time (especially from a first time vendor) initially exists in that stage where you have no idea, really, what your getting yourself into. That equality of possibilities (( sometimes )) is the best part. Right now I am waiting on some new juices, and as far as I know, they could be my new favs >>> doubtful <<< or my next opportunity to get another positive rating in the classifieds.