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Vaping 101

Learn how to care for made-to-order e-liquid, troubleshoot common flavor problems and safely store your bottles.

Juice Care and Steeping

Orleans Vapor Company e-liquid is made after you order. Some flavors may need additional time for their full flavor profile to develop.

1 Shake Well

Shake the bottle thoroughly when it arrives and again before filling your device. This helps keep the ingredients evenly mixed.

2 Allow the Flavor to Develop

If a freshly made flavor is lighter than expected, store it tightly closed in a cool, dark place and try it again after several days.

3 Check Your Device

Weak, harsh or unusual flavor can be caused by an old coil, incorrect wattage, insufficient coil saturation or a liquid that is not suited to the device.

4 Contact Us for Help

If something still does not taste right, contact us before changing or discarding the liquid. Tell us the flavor, nicotine strength and device you are using.

Important: Keep the bottle closed while storing it. We do not recommend leaving e-liquid open overnight or refrigerating it to correct a flavor problem.

Common Flavor Problems

Flavor Seems Weak

Shake the bottle, confirm that the coil is fully saturated and check whether the coil needs replacing. Fresh bakery, dessert and cream flavors may also need additional development time.

Flavor Seems Harsh or Spicy

Stop using the liquid and check the nicotine strength, coil condition, wattage and device compatibility. Contact us if you are uncertain about the cause.

Flavor Tastes Burnt

A burnt taste usually points to the coil or wick. Replace a damaged coil and allow a new coil to become fully saturated before use.

Flavor Seems Too Strong

Check whether an extra flavor option was selected and confirm your device settings. Contact us before trying to dilute or alter the liquid yourself.

Bottle Guidelines

Thicker e-liquid can require more pressure to pass through a narrow bottle tip.

Trim Only if Necessary

If the opening is too small, carefully trim only a tiny portion from the end of the tip. Cutting too much can cause leaking or spills.

Prevent Spills

Keep the bottle upright, avoid excessive squeezing and replace the cap securely after every use.

Ingredients

Orleans Vapor Company made-to-order e-liquid may contain the following ingredients, depending on the options selected.

USP-Grade Propylene Glycol (PG)
USP-Grade Vegetable Glycerin (VG)
Natural and Artificial Flavorings
Nicotine, when selected

Storage and Safety

  • Keep bottles tightly closed when not in use.
  • Store e-liquid in a cool, dark place.
  • Keep bottles away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
  • Keep all e-liquid securely away from children and pets.
  • Orleans Vapor Company products are intended for adults 21+ only.

Need Help Choosing Your Options?

Use our Find Your Flavor Guide to compare flavor categories, vape juice, pod juice, nicotine strengths and VG/PG ratios.

Visit the Find Your Flavor Guide

Common Vape Juice Questions

Open a question below for additional help choosing flavors and understanding what can affect your experience.

What are some popular vape juice flavors for fruit lovers?

Fruit lovers can explore strawberry, mixed berry, melon, citrus, apple, peach and tropical blends. Orleans Vapor Company choices include Ponchatoula Strawberries, Mad Melonz, Blue Coconut and Blue Razberry. Browse Fruit Vape Juice or Fruit Pod Juice.

What affects how long a vape juice flavor lasts?

Flavor duration can vary based on the recipe, device, coil condition, wattage, airflow and personal taste. Because these factors differ, no flavor can be guaranteed to last longer for every customer.

What affects throat sensation?

Throat sensation is affected by nicotine strength, VG/PG ratio, device power, airflow and coil condition. It is not determined by flavor alone. Stop using the liquid and check your setup if the sensation is unexpectedly harsh.

How do dessert flavors compare with menthol flavors?

Dessert flavors are generally rich and inspired by cakes, creams, custards and other sweets. Menthol flavors have a cooler profile and may include mint or icy fruit. Choose according to whether you prefer rich sweetness or a cooling finish.

How can I find out whether a flavor has added sweetener?

Recipes and product options can vary. Do not assume a flavor is sweetener-free unless it is specifically confirmed. Contact us through our Last Drop links before ordering if this is important to you.

How should someone new choose a vape juice flavor?

Begin with a familiar flavor category such as fruit, bakery, dessert, cream, menthol or tobacco. More importantly, confirm that the juice type, nicotine strength and VG/PG ratio are compatible with your device.

Which VG/PG ratio is commonly used for larger vapor clouds?

Higher-VG liquid, such as an 80% VG and 20% PG blend, generally produces more vapor. It should only be used in a compatible tank, coil and device that can properly wick the thicker liquid.

Are natural flavorings better than artificial flavorings?

“Natural” and “artificial” describe the source or production of a flavoring, but one is not automatically better for every recipe or customer. Orleans Vapor Company e-liquid may contain natural and artificial flavorings.

Which flavors are available with nicotine salts?

Orleans Vapor Company offers nicotine-salt pod juice in fruit, bakery, dessert, candy, cream, menthol and tobacco categories. Choose the flavor you prefer, but use pod juice only with a compatible refillable pod system.