iQ Vaping: How to choose the right PG/VG ratio

Here at iQ Vaping, we focus on helping new vapers efficiently transition from smoking to vaping. If you are a seasoned vaper, you probably know all about PG/VG ratios and what works best for you. If you are relatively new to the habit, however, choosing the right mix may be a challenge. This is why we have prepared a quick and to-the-point guide with tips on choosing the right PG/VG ratio.

So, how do you choose the right PG/VG ratio?

There are two key things to consider here: what kind of kit you have and what you want to get out of the experience.

Let's start with experience.

• The throat hit : if you are looking for a sharp throat hit when vaping then you'll prefer a high PG vape— and the stronger "kick" is something a lot of ex-smokers crave as it's closer to what they used to experience when smoking cigarettes.
• Smoothness: High VG vape juices, on the other hand, offer a smoother feeling on the throat.
• Cloud chasing: if you like exhaling dense clouds of vapor, you will need a vape with a high VG content. The more VG your vape juice has, the more clouds you will get out of it.
• Stealth vaping: if you want to keep your vaping under the radar, you will need to do the opposite and go with the juice that is high in PG. Check out our post on stealth vaping for more tips on keeping your clouds low key.
• low VG juice. (By the way, don't miss our Guide to Stealth Vaping).

Flavors also make a difference: tobacco, fruity and beverage flavors tend to go well with high PG blends. And creamy, custardy and yogurty flavors are a better match for high VG juices.

Then, there is the equipment. Different devices are meant for different PG/VG ratios and it's best to consult your kit manufacturer or, at least, check at your neighborhood vape shop what e-juices your gadget is compatible with. But there are some basic best practices "rules" to keep it.

One of the most popular tank types is a clearomizer. These come with high resistance coils and are usually used for vaping under 15 watts. Clearomizers are not a good match for high VG e-liquids: their coils are not well-suited for coping with thicker fluids, which may cause a dry hit.

It is generally advised to go with high PG e-liquids on a clearomizer or, at least a 50/50 ratio.

Sub-ohm tanks  can take a lot more power than clearomizers and are designed to handle high VG juices well. Typically featuring extra batteries, these devices use up juice much quicker than standard tanks and are ideal for blowing large clouds of vapor.

Then, there are rebuildable. If have reached the stage in vaping where you enjoy making your own coils, you get rewarded by having way more flexibility when it comes to your PG/VG ratios.

At iQ Vaping, we are big fans pod mod devices. And these usually come with their own selection of carefully balanced pods that match the kit precisely. However, some pod mods are refillable — in which case, it's a safer bet to go with a higher PG juice as the coils on these kits are rarely meant for thick viscous e-liquids. Some devices (like the iQ One, for instance) will make things easier for you by coming with two types of coils that you can use interchangeably depending on the e-juice you use.

So there you have it — a few quick tips on choosing the right PG/VG balance. What PG/VG ratios do you vape most often?