How and Where to Buy Nicotine
New laws may commence July 1, 2020.. Here is a list of nicotine suppliers. We also look at the options in terms of mg/ml strength.
Charles Yates
20 June 2020
DIY e-liquid Mixing
Guides, tutorials and resources on how to make your own custom e-liquids
Explore
Quality concentrated flavours, along with PG & VG, are the essential building blocks of DIY. Experimenting with profiles from various manufacturers enables you to build an inventory on which you can unleash your creativity.
Create
Starting with as little as 6 or so flavours allows one to create a number of profiles that can satisfy. An example could be a blended tobacco with a touch of caramel, vanilla and an underlying note of nuts or bourbon.
Satisfy
Having a variety of flavour profiles can assist with transition. They can also satisfy long-term. Although there are countless recipes online, hone your skills through practice and trial and error, creating your own profiles.
Our Flavour Category Section
An in-depth look at various flavours such as dairy, bakery, fruits, tobaccos, beverages and fusions. We cover flavour profiles, uses, pairing ideas, tips, resources and more.
September 2020: We are currently updating this section, along with testing old and newer flavours. We don’t anticipate having a decent database until late October.
DIY Additional Ingredients
Updated April 2020. Using additives and enhancers can assist with promoting flavours and or improving the richness or balance of an overall mix.
Charles Yates
17 April 2020
Introduction to Concentrated Flavours
What are the correct flavour types we can safely vape, and what are the ingredients? We look at some common brands.
Charles Yates
6 January 2019
Steeping and Storing your DIY e-Liquids
Tips on the best methods to steep and store your e-liquids. Also is specialty hardware to speed the process worthwhile?
Charles Yates
5 January 2019
The Science Behind Taste and Flavour
Here’s a look at the science of aroma, taste and flavour. Having an understanding of this can improve your pairing and mixing.
Charles Yates
5 November 2018
Mixing with Flavour Doublers
Flavour Doublers are commonplace in Australia and provide an easy means for beginners to mix up a bottle of e-liquid with nicotine.
Charles Yates
2 November 2018
How to Mix DIY e-Liquids
Here is a guide on making DIY e liquids. It’s a long post but it’s fairly involved and detailed. New vapers should consider starting with flavour doublers.
Charles Yates
1 November 2018
DIY e-Liquid the Simple Way
Here’s a simple quick guide on how to make your own DIY e liquids. It’s cost-effective, creative and enjoyable.
Charles Yates
31 October 2018
Flavours and Additives for DIY Tobacco Recipes
Concentrated flavours to develop a solid tobacco or cigarette style base. How best to simulate combustion.
Charles Yates
29 October 2018
How to Test Flavour Concentrates for DIY Mixing
To become a better mixer, you should acquaint yourself with each flavour by aroma and taste testing.
Charles Yates
18 October 2018
DIY Tools and Supplies
Updated June 2020. Here I’ll discuss the most commonly used supplies to make your own DIY e-liquids, as well as where to buy them.
Charles Yates
17 October 2018
Alternate Sweeteners for DIY
Updated June 2020. There are a number of alternatives to traditional sweeteners. What are they and what is the best practice?
Charles Yates
16 October 2018