REVIEWS
HUNNID K:
VG/PG ratio: 70/30
Additional sweetener: Minimal
Throat hit: Mild
Described as a caramelized peanut butter
and pistachio blend by the manufacturer,
HUNNID K is an ambitious e-liquid.
Caramel is definitely the star of the
show here, and it punches through the
profile without lingering on the palate
in an unpleasant way. It’s a bright, soft
crack style caramel flavour that is rarely
done well, so I’m quite impressed with
Transistor on this front. These top notes
are supported by a slightly earthy peanut
butter flavour that only serves to make
the blend even creamier, while giving it
some more depth at the same time. I’m
struggling to pick out the pistachio element
of the mix, likely due to it blending in with
the peanut butter. Nonetheless, this is a
lovely dessert vape that I find myself going
back to repeatedly
NECTOSPHERE/
NECTOCHILL:
VG/PG ratio: 70/30
Additional sweetener: Minimal
Throat hit: Mild, with cooling
#BABYCLOUDS: RESPEK:
Additional sweetener: Minimal
Throat hit: Mild Additional sweetener: Minimal
Throat hit: Mild
#BABYCLOUDS is billed as a nutty vanilla
strawberry custard by Transistor e-juice. A
classic flavour profile such as this requires
great execution in order to stand out in a
market full of dessert vapes, so how does
Transistor’s offering measure up? In short,
#BABYCLOUDS is an expertly blende d
e-liquid. Top notes of moderately sweet
candied strawberry are complemented
by a full-bodied vanilla custard that has
a beautifully thick mouthfeel. There’s a
subtle hint of nuttiness on the exhale which
adds some depth to this otherwise simple
mix. At a guess I would say this is walnut,
though it’s a tough call because this
element of the profile isn’t dominant. I’ve
enjoyed #BABYCLOUDS so much that it’s
found a home in my squonk rotation, which
requires me to vape 8ml before swapping
out to another flavour. This is an incredibly
moreish vape for any dessert fans who are
looking for a classic, decadent e-liquid. Cherry vapes are historically rather hit
or miss. There’s a very real danger of
venturing into cough medicine territory
when trying to tame this fruit, but I’m
glad to report that this isn’t the case
with RESPEK from Transistor e-juice.
Described as a blend of cherry, cream and
nuts, this mix is reminiscent of a Bakewell
tart. The maraschino cherry top note here
is sweet whilst retaining a hint of natural
bitterness, which is a welcome break
from some other, more artificial cherry
flavours on the market. Supporting notes
of cream add some body to the profile,
whilst a light almond aftertaste rounds
out the mix, making for a delightful bakery
profile that doesn’t become sickly or
overbearing. RESPEK is among the best
cherry e-liquids that I’ve tried and is likely
to be an all day vape for bakery fans.
VG/PG ratio: 70/30
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VG/PG ratio: 70/30
Transistor describe NECTOSPHERE as
a blend of orange and nectarine. Citrus
profiles can be tricky – if not balanced
correctly, these flavourings bring a strong
throat hit and astringent aftertaste to the
party, which can be off putting for some.
This isn’t the case here. A candied orange
is front and centre. It’s a simple, sweet
citrus kick and doesn’t have any medicinal
off notes that are sometimes found in
orange vapes. This is supported by a more
authentic nectarine flavour that brings a
darker, earthier sweetness to the blend,
along with a pleasant sour aftertaste.
NECTOPHERE is a simple blend, but
that doesn’t make it boring by any stretch.
Instead, the result is a light and refreshing
profile that’s perfect for warmer weather,
or earlier in the day.
If you like the sound of NECTOSPHERE
but prefer your e-liquids to include menthol
for a more intense experience, then
NECTOCHILL may be more suited to
you. The main flavour profile is identical,
but the addition of menthol only elevates
the mix in my opinion, making it even
more appropriate for hot days and early
starts by cutting through the citrus and
keeping things fresh. If you’re into no-
frills fruit flavours, NECTOSPHERE and
NECTOCHILL are fantastic options.