One thing that we love about vaping is the endless
variety of flavor combinations that are
available on the market, especially here at The Vape Mall. We have everything from unique blends of
exotic fruits to enticing layered desserts that are as decadent as they are
calorie-free. But, not all flavors are
meant to be enjoyed together, which is as true as it is for cooking as it is
for vaping.
Everyone’s Palate is Different
Everyone has a unique palate, so it’s not abnormal for
a flavor combination that makes one person queasy to absolutely delight someone
else’s taste buds. Therefore, take the
list below as a general guideline rather than hard and fast rules. This information applies to those who make
their own e-liquid, as well as those who engage in flavor-blending, which is
the act of combining two different pre-made vape juices together for a more
complex taste.
Flavor Combinations That Don’t Usually Work Well
Keep in mind, this ultimately a subjective question,
but there are some general rules that you’ll want to stick to if you want to
avoid an absolute disaster when it comes to combining flavor
#1: Cream/Custard and Menthol
Generally, custards and creams do not mix well with
menthol. How come? Well, because the cooling menthol interacts
strangely with the richness of the creams and custards, managing to take away
some of that richness in a way that makes you feel like you’re vaping skim milk
that’s been chilled in the fridge.
#2: Citrus and Chocolate
Citrus and chocolate usually don’t go well together,
because sour chocolate just isn’t something that appeals to most people’s taste
buds. We know that there’s that iconic
orange-chocolate dessert that everyone gets around the holidays, which tells us
that orange is probably the least offensive chocolate pairing, but still,
usually this combo falls flat. If you
must have both, consider vaping two different flavors in different tanks: one
that has citrusy notes, and one that satisfies your chocolate cravings.
#3: Coffee and Tropical Fruit
Coffee and tropical fruit definitely don’t make for a
tasty match. Just imagine pouring
pineapple juice into your morning cup.
Sounds gross, right? We can say
with certainty that almost no vaper would want to attempt this, even if you’re
a diehard lover of pineapple, mango or some other luscious fruit that grows in
the islands. It’s just not a good blend,
period.
#4: Caramel and Mint
Caramel and mint may sound nice at first, but when you
really think about it, it just doesn’t work.
The combination of these two makes for a very strange taste that’s
simply unappetizing. The caramel flavor
needs to maintain its sweetness to hit the spot, and the mint has a tendency to
take away that sweetness along with the richness. Meanwhile, the caramel stops the mint from
being refreshing.
#5: Candy and Coffee
Candy and coffee is another blend that doesn’t
work. After all, when was the last time
you got a candy-flavored espresso drink at the local brewery? Candy and coffee should stay far away from
each other, as they combine to create a strange taste that’s not going to
satisfy either your sugar cravings or your coffee-related desires.
#6: Sour Candy and Chocolate
Chocolate just doesn’t work with sour candy, for the
same reason it doesn’t work with citrus.
Sour chocolate instantly makes the palate think that the milk in the
chocolate has gone rancid, which can lead to a very unappetizing experience, to
say the least.
#7: Pastry and Candy
While pastry and fruit go wonderfully together, the
same can’t be said for pastry and candy, except in rare cases where you end up
with a fluke. It’s basically sweet
sensory overload.
#8: Butter and Most Fruit
The rich n’ buttery flavor that’s usually added to
popcorn or cookies isn’t great with most fruits, like apples, pears. and
tropical fruits. It makes the fruit
weirdly savory in a way that’s unnatural.
Final Flavorful Thoughts
Yes, vapers are free to explore any flavor
combinations they desire, because vaping is all about experimenting to see what
satisfies your palate. But, most people
will agree that the flavor combinations above simply aren’t worth even
trying. Stick to flavors that are known
to complement each other, as they are already present in our favorite treats.
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