REVIEWS
COLA SHADES
VG/PG ratio: 50/50
Additional sweetener: Minimal
Throat hit: Mild – 20mg salt nicotine
BLACKBERRY CRUMBLE
It was only a matter of time before
Vape Dinner Lady entered the salt-
based nicotine arena. Cola Shades was
originally part of the Summer Holidays
range and has now been reworked
for vapers with instant gratification in
mind. Described as a blend of cola
and lemon, this is a bright beverage
profile that’s ideal for low power users
looking for refreshment. A candied
cola dominates the mix and it’s a very
competent portrayal that will leave many
feeling nostalgic. The lemon here is
more of an accent, but it does add an
extra dimension, contrasting with the
naturally sweet cola and adding a mild
sour aftertaste. There also seems to be
a small amount of coolant present, which
imparts a pleasant refreshing finish to the
mix. Cola Shades nic salts is a winner for
those who enjoy light flavour profiles.
VG/PG ratio: 50/50
Additional sweetener: Moderate
Throat hit: Mild – 20mg salt nicotine
Blackberry Crumble was recently added
to the main Vape Dinner Lady line-up
and now it’s available in salt nicotine
form. This is a decadent and classic
profile that doesn’t shy away from
heavier dessert elements. A rich, jam
like blackberry is the top note here. It’s
sticky and sweet but does have a hint
of the floral notes found in it’s real life
counterpart. This is complemented well
by warm bakery notes that linger on
the palate. True to the description, the
crumble element of this mix is buttery
and this plays very well with the slight
tartness of the blackberry, without
overpowering it. The result is a well-
balanced dessert vape that packs a
punch. This is one of the sweeter Vape
Dinner Lady blends that I’ve tried, which
will likely please many vapers.
LEMON TART
VG/PG ratio: 50/50
Additional sweetener: Minimal
Throat hit: Mild – 20mg salt nicotine
Vape Dinner Lady’s Lemon Tart needs
no introduction to vapers in most
markets, but it’s likely a new experience
for Canadian vapers. Lemon Tart is an
expertly layered dessert profile which is
so much more than the sum of its parts.
A tangy and sweet lemon dominates
this blend. It’s a fantastic replication of
lemon curd, bringing a super authentic
zest to the mix. This is layered with a
creaminess reminiscent of soft meringue,
which helps balance the sharpness
found in the lemon top note. The profile
is finished with Dinner Lady’s signature
pastry base and this really ties the whole
thing together. It’s buttery, sweet and
startlingly true to life. I was still able to
taste all of these notes on low power
devices designed for salt-based nicotine
e-liquids. Lemon Tart is a must try for
dessert fans.
KILLER KUSTARD
VG/PG ratio: 70/30
Additional sweetener: Minimal
Throat hit: Mild
Despite having been around for several
years, Vapetasia has seen a huge rise
in popularity over the last 18 months.
Killer Kustard seems to be one of their
most talked about offerings, so how does
it measure up? This is a silky-smooth
vanilla custard profile that will be familiar
to veteran vapers. It has some rich egg
and dairy notes, but it’s not as heavy
or sweet as some of its competitors.
Instead, it’s a rather light vape that
retains a thick mouthfeel without
becoming overbearing. There does also
seem to be some brown sugar accents,
reminiscent of crème brûlée, which add
some intrigue to this classic profile. Killer
Kustard is a very well executed dessert
blend that will be a very strong all day
vape contender for custard fans. The
hype is real.
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