Flavours & Taste
A common cause is vaper’s tongue — your taste receptors become desensitised after prolonged exposure to the same flavour, making it seem muted or “gone.” Switching flavours or taking short breaks can help your palate reset.
Vaper’s tongue is when flavours seem dull or absent even though the e-liquid hasn’t changed. It’s similar to becoming “nose blind” to smells — your taste buds stop perceiving the same stimulus.
Yes — airflow, coil type, wattage and device design all influence flavour. Tighter airflow (MTL style) often gives more concentrated taste, while larger open airflow (DTL) can dilute flavour intensity.
Flavour intensity depends on ingredient balance, PG/VG ratio, and profile type (e.g., fruit vs dessert). Higher PG often delivers sharper, clearer flavour, while high VG makes smoother vapour but can feel less intense.
Yes — old or gunked coils don’t vapourise e-liquid cleanly, resulting in dulled or off-tastes. Replace coils or pods regularly and ensure they are primed correctly to keep flavours crisp.
When you switch e-liquids without cleaning a tank or pod, remnants of the old flavour can mix with the new one, producing odd or muted taste. Thorough cleaning helps avoid this.
Sweeteners (like sucralose) can leave residue on coils, which builds up and alters flavour — often making it overly sweet or smoky before burning. This can mask the intended flavour.
Yes — a dry mouth from vaping (especially frequent PG use) reduces saliva and can dull taste perception. Staying hydrated can improve flavour clarity.
Yes — blocked sinuses, colds, allergies and even smoking history can alter taste and smell, making vaped flavours seem weak or different.
Tips that help UK vapers get better flavour:
- Change flavours regularly to avoid palate fatigue.
- Clean tank/pod and replace coils often.
- Adjust airflow or wattage appropriately for your device.
- Hydrate well to keep taste buds active.