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@IDJoel I googled cooking with tea and it scared me. Not doing that again.:lol:
I read this and laughed so hard I peed a little! :lol::lol::lol::laugh::laugh::laugh::lol::lol::lol:
@IDJoel. I want to do a simple mix. Just Green Tea and Forest Fruit. What % would you use?
Lots of "depends" qualifiers to that question (isn't there always?!:D). But, for me, I would probably start with something like this:
1% FA Forrest Fruit
4% TFA Green Tea
And then go from there. Give it a three day rest and start test-vaping. :)

I have to confess that I haven't mixed with TFA teas since using my subtank mini. Then... I was using the TFA Green Tea, and Earl Grey Tea, at a whopping 13% (along with honey and cream; which I imagine was adding some muting). It was full-flavored; but not overwhelming. With today's hardware, and my semi recovered taste buds, I would start with the above.

I could see the tea needing to go up as high as 6-7%. And, depending on how berry forward one wants, the forest fruit ranging from 0.5-1.5% (maybe even 2%; if the FF is to become the centerpiece). But, that all seems to be the high end of the spectrum to me. :D

The Capt.shay Berry Berry Good recipe (that JC previously shared) is a staple for me. The Forrest Fruit at 4% is steadfast in its dominance. However, it is still easily steered to a lighter brighter mix, with just 1.5% of additional berries. Sub your preferred berries for the raspberry/strawberry combo and bend it to your liking.

And for you, FranC; I would 86 the marshmallow all together (though I find it still has a pleasant tartness even with it). Maybe a meringue, if you have one you can tolerate, for mouthfeel? I could see the cream notes needing de-sweetening, to appeal to your palate, as well.

Honestly, I find it on the upper end of my tart preference, as is. Maybe do a small tester, with just the MM removed; and then see where you need to go from there.
 

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I might skip the NR sale. I’ve still got a bunch of purilum flavors I haven’t tried yet.
Unfortunately, that’s never stopped me :lol:, or I need just ‘one more flavor” to round out a recipe. In my mind, it’s a cheap kind of shiny.
 

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    I read this and laughed so hard I peed a little! :lol::lol::lol::laugh::laugh::laugh::lol::lol::lol:

    Lots of "depends" qualifiers to that question (isn't there always?!:D). But, for me, I would probably start with something like this:
    1% FA Forrest Fruit
    4% TFA Green Tea
    And then go from there. Give it a three day rest and start test-vaping. :)

    I have to confess that I haven't mixed with TFA teas since using my subtank mini. Then... I was using the TFA Green Tea, and Earl Grey Tea, at a whopping 13% (along with honey and cream; which I imagine was adding some muting). It was full-flavored; but not overwhelming. With today's hardware, and my semi recovered taste buds, I would start with the above.

    I could see the tea needing to go up as high as 6-7%. And, depending on how berry forward one wants, the forest fruit ranging from 0.5-1.5% (maybe even 2%; if the FF is to become the centerpiece). But, that all seems to be the high end of the spectrum to me. :D

    The Capt.shay Berry Berry Good recipe (that JC previously shared) is a staple for me. The Forrest Fruit at 4% is steadfast in its dominance. However, it is still easily steered to a lighter brighter mix, with just 1.5% of additional berries. Sub your preferred berries for the raspberry/strawberry combo and bend it to your liking.

    And for you, FranC; I would 86 the marshmallow all together (though I find it still has a pleasant tartness even with it). Maybe a meringue, if you have one you can tolerate, for mouthfeel? I could see the cream notes needing de-sweetening, to appeal to your palate, as well.

    Honestly, I find it on the upper end of my tart preference, as is. Maybe do a small tester, with just the MM removed; and then see where you need to go from there.
    LOL and thanks,Joel:)
     

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    Trying my first Pink Guava mix and the .75% FA Lime Tahiti is way too strong in it. It's calling for a remix though. Interesting taste buried under the lime I think
    You can add that lime by the drop and get a better result if doing a small tester.
     

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    You can add that lime by the drop and get a better result if doing a small tester.
    That's a possibility but since I no longer like the taste of lime and it's super sweet to me I should probably just leave it alone.
     

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    Ok, NR info is out and I need to start a cart for tomorrow. :shock:

    What Purilum flavors (and/or other brands' flavors) do I *need* to get from there (that are hard to find elsewhere) that I positively need in my stash? I may go for more nic/PG/VG, too.
    All of their nut & cream or nut ice creams are very good. The raspberry is very good with a steep and I am really liking the butter pecan. Their meringue is my favorite and the white grape is a go to for me. The cheesecakes are well received as well. Haven't tried my NY cheesecake tester yet in a tank but the finger test was promising.
     
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    I already have two train cases of about 250 flavors to figure out how to move 3000 miles across the country. I am not buying anything else until I get to Seattle except for maybe some of those cap wraps that work with heat like battery wraps. That might safely allow me to take PG and VG with me. IDK - maybe what I have on hand goes into the freezer and I buy new PG, VG, and Nic for Seattle. I am going to vac seal the flavors and ship them separately.
     

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    I already have two train cases of about 250 flavors to figure out how to move 3000 miles across the country. I am not buying anything else until I get to Seattle except for maybe some of those cap wraps that work with heat like battery wraps. That might safely allow me to take PG and VG with me. IDK - maybe what I have on hand goes into the freezer and I buy new PG, VG, and Nic for Seattle. I am going to vac seal the flavors and ship them separately.
    When do you make the move?
     

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