Decadent Vapours Available

DIY Flavours is proud to now supply some incredible flavours from our friends across the pond - Decadent Vapours!

Whether you are looking for something new to try, a fresh take on a old favourite or something tantalizing and original from their special blend of flavours called `djinni, we've got you covered here at DIY Flavours.

When you decide to give in to your temptations and order something new and special to try  from Decadent Vapour - you know you're getting some of the finest eliquid concentrated flavours available today. Established in 2009 and with almost a decade in the eliquid/vaping scene, these guys have it all. A massive array of flavours with great variety that are sure to satisfy any diy’er! Based in the city of Swansea in the United Kingdom, the fine folks over at Decadent Vapours have provided a delightful variety of some of the most classic, unique and award-winning eliquid concentrates available.

Here is the full list of premium eliquid concentrates that are now available from DIY Flavours!

American Red - DY4 - Virginia Concentrate - Absinthe - Cafe Brasiliano - Classic Cola - Crystal Blue - Menthol - Cherrylicious - Froot Bomb - Lime Zinger - Purpello - Strawberino - Watermelon - Banoffee - Toffy - Creme Anglaise - Doughnut - Krispies - Bubblegum - Apple Strudel - Orangella - Rainbow Fruit - Gummy bears

As you can see, there is a ton of variety here from bakery to tobacco, sweets to fruits and many delicious things in between. Let's take a closer look at a couple of these great offerings from Decadent Vapour! 

Creme Anglaise 

This award-winning eliquid concentrate won the 2015 ecigclick award for best new flavour. It is a deep and complex custard style vape. Rich notes of vanilla with hints of caramel and a unique brown sugar sweetness complete what is sure to be a treat for those who can’t get enough bakery style flavour!

Crystal Blue Concentrate

With a name like Crystal Blue and a blue colour to match you’ve got to give this fruity and sweet concentrate a try! A delicate blend of rich forest fruits like blueberry and raspberry with a twist of grape and anise culminating in a deep and delicious vape. Sure to be a hit!

Banoffee

And last but not least on our list of featured flavours we have - Banoffee from the djinni line of eliquid concentrates. This blend offers a unique take on both banana and toffee flavoured vapes by bringing them both together for this exquisite take on some classic favourites!

It is with great pride that we now offer these delicious decadent vapour eliquids here at DIY Flavours! Which one of these intriguing flavour excites you the most? Got any recommendations on blends using concentrates from decadent vapours? Let us know! 

Stixx Mixx NET Flavourings

Stixx Mixx flavours are now available at DIY Flavours

Are you a fan of rich tobacco’s, mellow aromatic teas and smooth coffee flavoured vapes? If so, you've got to check out the Stixx Mixx line of eliquid concentrates.

Stixx mix offers three big categories of concentrates:
Teas
Coffees
Naturally extracted tobaccos (n.e.t. flavours)

There is a great and diverse variety of different tasty and intriguing eliquid flavours. With flavour names like Kona coffee and Butter rum Cavendish you cannot help but be curious and delighted with the possibilities. We’ve even got a chai tea base with cinnamon and nutmeg flavours!

We are really excited to be able to offer you a curated selection of some of the finest rich and savoury flavours direct from Stixx Mixx. Here is a list of the new flavours making their way on to the DIY Flavours Store

Chai Black Tea - Wild Strawberry Tea - Kona - American Virginian - Turkish Oriental - Butter Rum Cavendish - Whiskey Cavendish - Black Cavendish - Sweet Brightleaf - Nicaraguan Seco - Canadian Virginian - A+ Blend - Aged Burley

DIY Flavours is also proud to carry the Stixx Mixx naturally extracted tobacco flavours (n.e.t. flavours). This is the process of steeping dried tobacco leaves and in an eliquid base to extract all the naturally occurring flavours and rich and deep aromas of tobacco.

One of the featured naturally extracted tobacco concentrates is called A+ blend. It is a
Smooth blend and produces a unique and distinct flavour of flue cured tobacco with a mellow body and a nutty finish.

Here are some diy mixing notes for experimenting with tobacco eliquid bases:

• Tobacco flavours really come in to their own after 5-7 days of steeping so. If you make a batch and it doesn’t quite have the flavour or hit you are looking for, let it sit for a little while for the flavours to mature and develop
• A good place to start with tobacco flavours is between 4% - 8% total volume on a standalone mixture.
• Be sure to take a test vape shortly after mixing to get an initial impression and then test again after a week or so of steeping. You’ll definitely notice a change in the impact of the  vape. Use this information when adjusting your percentages. If it is too strong after being fully steeped - dial back the initial amount. If you’re not quite getting the depth of flavour you desire - increase by a couple percentage points until you find the right balance.
• Prepared a base of your preferred PG/VG Blend and add 5% - 8% of a Sitxx Mixx tobacco base like American Virginian. 
• Then once the base is steeped for a few days - experiment by adding a similar or complementary flavour like a vanilla or a cherry.

DIY Flavours is excited to be providing you with this new and exciting line of flavour concentrates from Stixx Mixx. There are some great options here for flavours and unique combinations that are sure to get your mixing mind moving!

What are your favourite Stixx Mixx flavours? What sort of blends have you come up with that blow you away?! Which tobaccos pair best in blends and which ones are solid standalone flavours? Be sure to let us know in the comments below or on our facebook page and check out all the flavours we carry from Stixx Mixx page in the DIY Flavours store and place your order today!

How To Avoid e-Cigarette Explosions

Vaping an e-cigarette is, in general, very safe. But, as with any electronic device, there’s a small chance of an explosion occurring, especially when the device is plugged in for charging. You’ve probably heard some variation of a vapor battery explosion story in the news. These accidents are really happening, but most can easily be avoided.

It has been found that most explosions occur when an e-cigarette is being charged with an alternative charger; that is, a charger that was not sold with the battery being charged. A small proportion of the explosions occur when the vape is in the users’ possession, whether in hand or in pocket. Regardless of the circumstances, it’s important to take measures to avoid this vaping hazard. There are a few simple precautions that may save you or someone you love from injury.

Charge It Right

You want to be sure the charger you use to keep your vape going is 100 percent compatible with the battery in your vape, no exceptions. This is probably the most important safety measure you can take since the majority of vape explosions occur from using the wrong charger. Do you only have your phone charger with you? Too bad. Err on the safe side and wait it out. On this note, avoid plugging your e-cigarette into computers or other USB-cable devices.

Stick With the Big Names

Forget supporting the small brands – protect yourself by only purchasing vapes made by the well-known players in the industry. You want to be sure the product you’re getting is made using high-quality standards to avoid an increased risk of malfunctioning. Finding a reputable source for your vaping supplies is also important so you don’t fall victim to counterfeits. New to the vaping world? Do your research before making an investment!

Give Your Battery Some TLC

A few vape battery safety tips: When you’re not using your e-cigarette, turn the battery off. If the battery is dirty, clean it – and the terminal contents – with a tissue or alcohol wipes. And if your device has a clearomizer, avoid over-tightening the battery when attaching it. When in doubt, your safest option is probably to invest in a new battery.

Study the Instructions

Okay, you don’t have to study them exactly – but definitely don’t throw them aside. Read through them carefully before you get started. Even if you’re a veteran vaper, your new device will probably have its own idiosyncrasies, and you’ll want to know about them so you don’t miss an important step as you set it up. Following the instructions will also likely increase the longevity of your vaping device, so following the manufacturer’s directions is also a smart financial move.

Charge for a Finite Period

It’s easy enough to leave your vape charging all night – but that’s exactly what you don’t want to do. You may have heard this advice about other electronics, such as your phone, but it rings true for vapes even more so. Overcharging your vaping device can lead to overheating, which increases the potential for explosion. Charge your vape for only as long as it takes to reach a full charge. Don’t leave it charging for extended periods of time; instead, remain in proximity so you can unplug it when charging is complete.

Think Minimalism When Charging

In other words, keep the area where your vape is charging free of clutter. It’s also recommended to charge on a flat, clean surface. This will minimize the chance of a fire doing damage in case your device does explode.

Keeping Dry Is Best

This is probably an obvious one, but keep your vaping device away from water at all times. Sometimes, condensation will form on the battery and atomizer, so stay on the lookout for that and give it a quick wipe-down if you see anything.

While extremely rare, a vape explosion is at best a damaging inconvenience and at worst a serious injury. Keep yourself safe by following these simple guidelines. Feel free to share any other tips you may have in the comments below!

The Biggest Vape Myths: Busted

As vaping becomes more popular and more mainstream, everyone seems to have an opinion on it. Some people say vaping allowed them to quit smoking or drinking and get healthier, while other people point to rumors of the dangers of vaping and advocate against it. It’s hard to muddle through all the talk and figure out the truth.

As vape experts, we have quite a bit of experience in the field. We know vaping inside and out, and we hope to clear up some rumors and get the truth out there. Here are the top five vape myths that you’ve probably heard – busted.

1. Vapes explode randomly.

Let’s start with the rumor that seems to have the most factual support. While it may seem like vapes are exploding left and right with no real warning or explanation, that’s not really the case. The media has popularized this phenomenon to create a great story. In reality, exploding vapes are just a simple issue of battery safety.

Vapes and e-cigarettes contain lithium ion batteries, which are the same batteries you’ll find in your smartphone. These batteries are designed for safe consumer use as long as they’re used properly. What exactly does this mean? It comes down to a few simple guidelines:

• Store your batteries safely in an insulated case. Batteries should never be loosely floating around pockets or in the bottoms of bags.
• Use vape-recommended chargers.
• Replace your batteries regularly.
• Never use damaged batteries or devices that may short circuit.

Basically: Treat your vape and its batteries well, and it won’t ever go boom.

2. Vape juice contains formaldehyde, anti-freeze and other harmful ingredients.

This rumor, while definitely terrifying, is entirely untrue. Depending on the type of e-liquid you use, there are usually only three ingredients included. Those ingredients are propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin and natural/artificial food grade flavoring – all products that we consume in everyday life through cosmetics, food and drink. You should always be able to easily see which ingredients are included in any e-liquid you choose, and take even more autonomy over what ingredients you inhale by making your own custom e-liquid.

Some e-liquids contain nicotine, which is an addictive ingredient. While it’s not good to consume high amounts of nicotine on a regular basis, nicotine does not cause cancer or damage your lungs like many anti-vape advocates will say. It’s also easy to omit nicotine from your vape routine by opting for nicotine-free flavors.

3. Vaping hurts your lungs.

If when you first started vaping you experienced some minor throat soreness, this is completely normal and usually goes away after a short period of time. Other than that, vaping should not cause any discomfort at all, especially to your lungs. Vaping does not hurt your lungs.

If vaping is causing you discomfort in your lungs or anywhere else, consider trying a different e-liquid, cutting down on how much you vape or staying hydrated. You should also make sure your device isn’t heating up too much before inhaling, as this can cause an overly harsh hit. All of these solutions should provide you some relief and let you return to a comfortable vaping experience.

4. Vaping will stain your teeth.

It may seem like vaping could stain your smile. Traditional smoking does, and sometimes the colors of caramel and coffee-flavored e-liquid look pretty ominous. But in reality, there is no evidence that vaping, even dark colored flavors, stains your teeth. In reality, drinking coffee, tea or soda will make your teeth more yellow than any e-liquid. Maybe consider trading in your Coca-Cola for Capella’s Cola Flavor for extra pearly whites.

5. Vaping will make you gain weight.

Cherry pie and banana split and fudge brownie flavor – oh my! We typically associate these tastes with lots of calories and weight gain – but this couldn’t be further from the truth. While it may taste like you’re inhaling dessert, you’re really just getting a burst of flavor that averages out to around 4 calories per gram. Vaping does not have a negative effect on your waistline. In fact, with so many indulgent flavors to choose from, you might never crave real dessert again!

There you have it – the truth behind the five biggest rumors about vaping. We hope your mind has been put to rest as you wade through the pro-vape/anti-vape debate with some new knowledge and reassurance. Any more rumors you’ve heard that you want debunked? Let us know in the comments to learn the truth about vaping!
 it. It’s hard to muddle through all the talk and figure out the truth

A Guide to Storing Your E-Juice

When it comes to vaping, one of the best ways to improve your experience is by experimenting with a variety of different flavours. With all these flavours to try, you may find yourself with a large number of bottles to handle – and store. Arguably one of the worst feelings in the world is looking forward to enjoying the flavour you’ve been slowly savoring only to find it’s become stale and old. If you’re anything like us, you want your flavours to last as long as possible. Not sure how to keep your favorite e-liquids fresh? Read on for some tips to keep in mind for vape liquid storage.

Find a cool, dry place away from children and pets

When looking for the perfect place to keep your e-juice, it’s important to find a spot that is not only cool and dry but also out of the reach of children or pets. Exposing your e-juice to heat will speed up the chemical processes that make it lose its flavour and strength. Because of this, you should never leave your substances outside or in a car where they can be exposed to direct sunlight. 

Ideally, the best place to store your e-juice would be any cupboard or cabinet. Not only does this provide a dry, cool and dark place, it will also make it hard for children or pets to get their hands on it. If your house has a basement, this is also an excellent place for storage because it’s often cooler and darker than any other room in the house. 

Another possible place for storage would be in the refrigerator. Although this could be a great option, it is not always the best option, as it may lead to a change in consistency of the liquid. If you do opt for fridge storage, be sure to let your liquid warm up to room temperature before using it. Storing your substance in the fridge may also make it more accessible to children. If you’re planning on refrigerating your e-juice, keep it on one of the higher, out-of-reach shelves. 

Store e-juice in tinted glass bottles 

While storing in plastic containers can be acceptable for short-term storage, the best way to store e-juice for the long term is to use glass bottles. Unlike plastic bottles, glass bottles are better at keeping oxygen out of the bottle. When oxygen gets into the bottle, the vape liquid will oxidize faster, causing it to lose its flavour faster than otherwise. Glass bottles do a great job of keeping your juice sealed away from the harmful substances outside.

Exposure to light will also have a huge effect on the flavour of your vape liquid. Because the chemicals in e-juice are highly affected by heat and light, the ideal container in which to store your product is a tinted glass bottle, minimizing the amount of light allowed into the bottle. 

Label your bottles

More often than not, people forget to do the little things that could help make their e-liquid last. Something as simple as labeling the bottle with the date can make a world of difference. Even if you think you’ll remember when you got your favorite banana split-flavoured e-juice, you’d be surprised how easily that information can get lost in the excitement of receiving your new blueberry pomegranate-flavoured e-juice. 

Labelling your e-liquid will ensure you know exactly what you’re opening as well as allow you to see which flavours you should use up first. When looking through your cabinet of flavours, you’ll find that it’s probably better to prioritize the older yet still delicious options when choosing a flavour. By taping a label to the bottle, you’ll not only feel more organized, but you’ll also be able to get the most out of your precious liquids. 

 

You don’t always have to wait until you finish the first flavour to move on to the next. We know how important it is to make the things that we love last as long as possible, and these simple tips could make a huge difference. As long as you don’t go overboard, you can have a nice variety of flavours while still being able to enjoy the fresh taste of new bottles. 

Top Vape Gifts for the Holidays

Picking gifts for friends and family who are into vaping is fun and easy when shopping here at DIY Flavours. With more than 1,000 flavours available, you’ll have no trouble finding flavours you like that will go well with your tried-and-true favourites. If you're not a vaper yourself but want to make a great impression on someone who is, take some time reading through the reviews found on many of our product pages. You can gain some great insights learning about the experiences of others who have used the products you’re considering. Read on for where to start on finding the perfect vapor gifts.

Where To Start

At DIY Flavours, we offer an almost unlimited range of flavors and flavor combinations to help make vaping experiences uniquely enjoyable. In tailoring your gift to get someone started on creating their own e-juices, you'll want to give one of the two available bases – propylene glycol (PG) or vegetable glycerin (VG) – right off the bat.

VG has a naturally sweet taste that enhances many of our sweet flavors, such as the fruit, confectionery and sweets made by Capella. We offer a wide range, from French Vanilla to Blueberry Cinnamon Crumble to Orange Creamsicle.

PG has no taste whatsoever, allowing it to mix seamlessly with any flavour of your choosing, whether you lean toward a tobacco-tasting flavour, such as Mild Seven, Dunhill Super Concentrated or Cherry Cigar Flavour, or one of our bakery flavours, such as Fluffy White Cake, Pretzel Dough or Croissant.

Choose your base – whether PG or VG – in the milliliter amount of your choice. PG is available in 60, 120, 250, 500 and 1000 ml sizes, or it comes in wholesale sizes of 4000 ml and 5-gallon sizes. VG is available in 60, 120, 250, 500 and 1000 ml sizes as well as 4-liter, 10-liter, 20-liter and 5-gallon sizes.

Giving the Gift of Flavour

Once you’ve chosen your base, the second gift to bestow upon your favored vaper should be one or more flavors. If you check out the Flavourings category on our site, you'll have access to all the different manufacturers whose products we offer as well as the categories those flavorings fall under. You'll find fruit, drinks, confectionery, menthol & mints, tobacco, emotions, bakery, candy, cereal, dessert, DX (diketone free), and sweets. Pick one or more flavors that sound good and that you think your gift recipient would appreciate. Whether they’ve tried them before or have never heard of them, they’re sure to enjoy the process – and perhaps may discover a new favourite!

When gift giving, you can play it safe and start small if you’re unsure of the recipient’s preferences, or you could up the ante and go with a larger supply. Some of our flavours are available in 1000 ml bottles while others come in quantities of up to one gallon!

Add Some Tools

Making a homemade e-juice will require the use of some essential tools, so add some glassware to your gift package. Glassware options include our graduated cylinders and beakers that are available in a number of sizes, including 50 ml, 100 ml, 150 ml and 250 ml.

Bottle It Up for Safe Keeping

The lucky recipient will also need some bottles for transporting and storing his or her e-juice once it's been concocted. You'll find several types of bottles here, including Chubby Gorilla bottles, dropper bottles, capped bottles and glass bottles. These come in many different sizes and are available in child-proof and tamper-evident styles.

To Top It Off

And finally, the icing on the cake: that perfect DIY Flavours coffee mug, large enough for even the most sleep-deprived coffee addict with our vape logo on the side to remind you of all those great flavors. This coffee cup will be an all-year reminder of the vape gifts your loved one has received – and nothing goes better with a good cup of coffee than a tasty DIY vape!

Vape TLC

Maybe you’ve had your vape for a few weeks, months or even longer. Whatever time you’ve spent with your device, if you haven’t been performing proper vape maintenance, it’s likely that it just doesn’t run like it used to. Your vape is dirty and gunky, and your hits are not nearly as flavourful as they were the day you purchased your device. What’s the deal?

Turns out, vapes are like cars, iPhones or basically any other device that you use on a regular basis: The more tender love and care you put into them, the better they will serve you. In order to get the best experience, you need to be regularly cleaning your vape so it is in tip-top shape. If you’re not sure what this means, don’t worry. All newbies need a quick lesson in the basics of vape TLC. Read on to learn how to love your vape so it will love you back.

Head to Toe

First off, let’s go over the basic parts of the vape that you need to know. To be very general, a vape is made up of a few basic parts:
1. The tip: This is where you inhale the vapor.
2. The tank: This is where the e-liquid is held.
3. The heating element: This turns the liquid into vapor. It’s also called the coil or the atomizer, because the heat speeds up the atoms in the liquid, causing it to change into vapor.
4. The wick: This draws e-liquid to the heating element. Pay special attention to this piece when cleaning between flavors, as residue from past e-juice can affect the taste of new e-juice. Nobody wants to mix Loranns’ Watermelon with FlavorWest’s Buttered Popcorn Flavor (but if you do, we’re not going to stop you).
5. The cartomizer: This separates the e-liquid from the heating element in some vapes. If you clean your vape regularly and still notice a funky burnt taste while vaping, you might need to replace your cartomizer.
6. The battery: This is what powers the device.

Cleaning

A quick rinse of your vape device on a regular basis is a good idea, and especially when changing your e-juice flavor. You’ve spent the time creating your own custom e-juice, so get exactly what you asked for by following the steps below:

1. Detach and dissemble the tank, disposing of any residual e-liquid.
2. Fill a bowl with warm water and a few drops of dish soap, and place the tank parts into the bowl.*
3. With your fingers, gently wash tank components in water until they look clean.
4. Carefully dry off each component with a paper towel.
5. Leave parts out to air dry until they are completely dry. DO NOT reassemble your device until you are certain all pieces are dry, as this might damage your device. This usually takes anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes.

*Note: If your device uses a disposable coil, you don’t want to soak it; instead, replace the coil and soak the other pieces.

If you’ve had your device for months and have never cleaned it, the quick rinse is not going to be sufficient. Even if you have been cleaning your device, treating your vape to a deep clean every now and then is necessary – and you’ll be glad you did it. Think about what it feels like to have your car detailed!

For a deep clean, you’re going to need a solvent that is stronger than water. Lots of people will suggest using rubbing alcohol to clean your vape, but we strongly advise against that. Isopropyl alcohol can damage your device. Instead, purchase vape-specific cleaning liquid, or use high-proof, unflavored grain alcohol:

1. Detach and disassemble the tank, disposing of any residual e-liquid.
2. Dampen a paper towel with the cleaning liquid and scrub any dirty areas until they are clean.
3. Wipe down and rinse with warm water.
4. Leave parts out to air dry until they are completely dry. Again, DO NOT reassemble your device until you are certain all pieces are dry.

Voila! Your device is good as new. Follow these steps regularly to keep your vape happy and functioning well into the future.

One last thing – if you follow all the steps above and your vapor still tastes sour, your device isn’t producing as much vapor as it used to, or your coil is visibly dark and crusty, it’s time to replace your coil and/or cartomizer. It may seem like a pain, but good upkeep of your vape will ensure a superb flavour experience, and with all the flavours we have to offer, you don’t want to miss out.