There are loads of great e-liquid brands for sale at the moment, so many, in fact, that it can be a little overwhelming. Interested in brewing up your own e-liquid? It can be a really fun way to freshen up your vaping experience and discover what works best for you, but knowing how to get started can feel like a bit of a mystery. Luckily the team at E-Cig Clouds are here to help with an easy-to-understand guide explaining how to mix e-liquid. Let’s get into it.
There are two basic ways to mix e-liquid accurately: by volume and by weight.
Both techniques have their pros and cons, but mixing by weight is usually the best option because it’s generally a bit more precise than mixing by volume, it’s also quicker to do and creates way less mess. So in this guide, we’re going to focus on mixing by weight.
Ingredients:
- PG – propylene glycol
- VG – vegetable glycerine
- Flavour concentrate – Check out our DIY and concentrates shop area for these
- Nic shot – You can order nic shots online from E-Cig Clouds
Mixing E-liquid by weight
When mixing by weight, remember that PG, VG, and flavour concentrates all weigh different amounts per millilitre. VG is more dense because it has a higher viscosity. 1ml of VG weighs about 1.27g and 1ml of PG weighs approximately 1.04g.
Using a mixing calculator can make things easier. It automatically considers these weight differences and calculates the weight based on the required millilitres. You’ll see separate columns for ml and grams.
Flavour concentrates also have specific gravities that can vary. The mixing calculator defaults to 1ml equaling 1g, which is usually accurate enough. Just make sure you’re consistent so your e-liquid turns out the same every time.
How to mix e-liquid in four easy steps
- Collect your ingredients: Get your VG, PG, flavour concentrates, and nicotine shot (although you don’t have to use nicotine). Have your recipe handy, either printed or on your device.
- Set up: Place your scales on a flat, solid surface. Anything soft or uneven is going to mess things up. Put the container or e-liquid bottle on the scales’ weighing platform. Turn on the scales and wait for the reading to settle at 0.00g. If it doesn’t go to 0g, use the tare button to reset the scale to zero.
- Weigh your ingredients: Weigh each ingredient into your mixing bottle. Work through the list in order. It can be helpful to lay your ingredients out in a line so you know where you are in the process. Remember it’s easy to add too much so don’t rush. Some scales take a moment to register weight, so take a moment between each drop when nearing the correct weight.
- Shake it up: Put the cap on your bottle and shake it well to make sure all the ingredients are properly mixed.
And that’s it, now you can enjoy your perfectly blended e-liquid!
If that seems a bit too much like hard work, remember it’s easy to order one of the many top-quality e-liquids we sell on our online vape store. Browse our full selection of e-liquids for sale here and remember that all orders over £15 come with free UK standard delivery.
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What’s the ideal PG/VG ratio for MTL vs. DTL?
You’re right to note that the best PG/VG ratio depends on your vaping style. And you should always vape in style.
Mouth-to-Lung (MTL) Vaping: This style is similar to smoking, where the vapour is drawn into the mouth before inhaling into the lungs. MTL vapers typically prefer a higher PG (Propylene Glycol) content, such as a 50/50 or 60/40 (PG/VG) ratio. Higher PG provides a stronger throat hit and better flavour, making it ideal for MTL vapers who use lower-powered devices and prefer more discreet vapour production.
Direct-to-Lung (DTL) Vaping: DTL involves inhaling the vapour directly into the lungs, producing larger clouds and requiring more airflow. For DTL, a higher VG (Vegetable Glycerin) content is preferred, such as 70/30 or 80/20 (VG/PG). VG is thicker, produces denser vapour, and offers a smoother hit, which is suitable for sub-ohm devices that operate at higher wattages.
In summary, MTL vapers prefer a higher PG ratio for throat hit and flavour, while DTL vapers favour higher VG for smoother hits and bigger vapour clouds