Alright, guys, so I’ve been messing around with making my own vape juice lately, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride. Today, I wanted to share my experience trying to make a vanilla ice cream flavor. It sounds simple, but there’s a bit more to it than you might think.
First off, I did a bit of reading online about what I needed. Seems like the two main ingredients, besides flavorings, are PG and VG. Apparently, PG is what carries the flavor and gives you that “throat hit” feeling, and VG is what makes the big clouds of vapor. They say some folks are sensitive to PG, but I figured I’d start with a mix of both and see how it goes. It’s recommended to use a higher VG for beginners, who smoke more than a pack of cigarettes a day, I used to be a heavy smoker, so I think I should start with a higher VG.
Mixing the Base
So, I grabbed some PG and VG and mixed them together. I went with a 30% PG and 70% VG mix. I poured them into an empty bottle, put the cap on, and shook it like crazy to make sure they were combined. This stuff looked pretty cool, kind of like a mad scientist’s potion, hah!
Adding the Flavor
Now for the fun part – the flavor! I found this vanilla bean ice cream concentrate online, and it smelled incredible right out of the bottle. It’s super concentrated, so a little goes a long way. I carefully dripped some into my PG/VG mix. I started with a small amount because I could always add more later, but I couldn’t take it out once it was in there.
Then came the waiting game. They say you gotta let this stuff “steep,” which is basically just letting it sit for a while so the flavors can blend together. I tucked the bottle away in a dark cupboard, I read somewhere that it helps with steeping. It is said that menthol e-liquid is one of the most popular e-liquid flavors, I tried it many times before, and I like it very much, but I think vanilla ice cream flavor will be better than it.
Testing it Out
I decided to try it. I filled up my vape tank with the freshly made juice. The first puff was… interesting. It was definitely vanilla, but it wasn’t quite that rich, creamy ice cream flavor I was hoping for. It was more like a subtle vanilla with a hint of something else. Maybe it needed more time to steep, or maybe I didn’t use enough flavoring.
I played around with it a bit more, adding a tiny bit more of the vanilla concentrate and letting it steep for another day. The second try was better. The vanilla flavor was definitely stronger, and I could start to get that creamy note coming through. Still not perfect, but definitely heading in the right direction. And I found that 2% or 20mg of nicotine in an e-liquid is recommended for heavy smokers, so I tried to add 2% nicotine into it, it’s a little bit harsh, but it feels good.
Final Thoughts
Making your own vanilla ice cream vape juice is a fun experiment, but it definitely takes some trial and error. It’s not as easy as just mixing some stuff together and hoping for the best. But that’s part of the fun, right? You get to be a bit of a mad scientist and create something unique. I think I’ll keep tinkering with this recipe. Maybe add a touch of something else, like a caramel or a hint of custard, to really bring out that ice cream vibe.
If you’re thinking about trying to make your own vape juice, I say go for it! Just be prepared to experiment a bit. And don’t expect to nail it on the first try. It’s all about finding what works for you and creating a flavor that you enjoy. The general rule is that juices high in PG make for a stronger throat hit than e-juices high in VG. So keep this in mind when you are choosing the PG/VG rate.
- Start with a good base: Get some quality PG and VG.
- Don’t overdo the flavor: Start small and add more as needed.
- Be patient: Steeping is your friend.
- Experiment: Don’t be afraid to try different combinations.
- Have fun: That’s what it’s all about!
Hope this helps you in your own vape juice adventures!
