Beard Vape Co Review

Little late, but the holidays are hectic. Hope everybody had a wonderful Christmas and enjoys a new year. With the year closing out, I'm happy to bring you my review on Beard Vape Co and their juice line. Thanks for the opportunity, Colbey, this is some killer juice!

No 5

3 MG

60% VG 40% PG

Description: New York style cheesecake with strawberries on top......Mmmmmmm

Flavor: No 5 blew me away. It is a very satisfying mixture of strawberry and cheesecake, with a hint of vanilla. The inhale is, hands down, the best damn strawberry taste I've ever had, with the exhale exploding with cream, vanilla, and pie crust undertones. It is a very sweet and creamy vape, decadent if you will. If I could, I'd drink it.

Final thought: I'm a dessert junkie, so naturally I had very high hopes for this juice in particular, as the cream/strawberry combo ala "Mother's Milk" is one of my all time favorite blends. Luckily, this does NOT disappoint, perfecting everything it set out to accomplish and more. But seriously...can I drink it? 5/5

No 32

3 MG

60% VG 40% PG

Description: We're told this tastes like a cinnamon funnel cake - so we're going with it.

Flavor: No 32 is...interesting. It is quite comparable to a cinnamon funnel cake - cinnamon, yellow cake, and sugar permeate throughout the blend. Unfortunately, the flavors kind of clash - it's as if I want to vape either just the cinnamon, cake, or the sugar and cream - they all taste fantastic, but together I get a lost in translation feel. It's not BAD, and I would definitely believe that this is numerous ADVs for some people, but personally I wasn't wowed.

Final thought: If I could separate the flavors, I'd be happy - the cinnamon is the best I've tried, and the yellow cake and sugar mix is good. I'd like to see maybe a cinnamon juice, and a cake and sugar juice, from Beard Vape - they're delectable. Together though, I can take it or leave it. 3/5

No 64

3 MG

60% VG 40% PG

Description: Creamy Hibiscus Cotton Candy.

Flavor: Hibiscus and cotton candy,.... I dunno, man. It's a sweet, creamy, floral vape. I love the creaminess, and the sweetness, but the hibiscus hit is just too weird for me to digest. I know some people love the floral liquids, but personally? Get it out of my juice. The cotton candy is kind of hit or miss - I've honestly never had a "true" cotton candy juice. It never replicates well in e-liquid form. Hibiscus is florally, with kind of a sweet undertone. The cream is the highlight of this juice - nearly all of the juices contain a hint of cream or vanilla, and boy is it delicious. Ditch the hibiscus and this would be a fantastic juice. As it stands, I can definitely vape it, but I wouldn't make it an ADV.

Final thought: If you're into a floral vape, this is probably the gold standard - personally, it's just not my thing. A lot of people I let try it, loved it. Give it a shot if it sounds like your thing. 3/5

No 88

3 MG

60% VG 40% PG

Description: Literally a girl scout thin mint. Literally.

Flavor: To be perfectly honest, the manufacturer description is all that needs to be said. If you have had a girl scout thin mint, you will know the taste - the menthol, the chocolate, the cookie. This juice hits every damn mark on the head, and than some. The inhale is wonderfully crisp, clean, with a very, very nice mint taste. The exhale is a very rich blend of chocolate cookies, with the mint cutting in. It's delicious. If you told me the guys at Beard Vape literally liquefied a girl scout thin mint and bottled it, I'd believe it.

Final thought: If you're looking for a remarkably dessert e-liquid, No 88 is a no brainer. If you like the cookie, you'll LOVE the juice. Give it a shot, seriously, it is life changing. 5/5

No 51

3 MG

60% VG 40% PG

Description: Vanilla custard with a hint of chocolate.

Flavor: Custard is without a doubt my favorite e-juice. I had high hopes for this, as I do a majority of custards - you just can't say custard and expect me to not get excited. The inhale is packed full of vanilla cream, with a slight hint of egginess, followed by a hint of chocolate. I thought the chocolate was a bit weird at first, but after I got used to it, the bottle was literally gone in a day. This is one of the finest flavors I've ever had the chance to vape. If you're looking for a delightfully creamy, sweet vanilla custard, pick it up. Even if you're skeptical on the chocolate, it blends very, very well. 

Final thought: This is some damn fine juice. For all you custard junkies out there, I seriously recommend you pick this up - you will be impressed. 5/5

I'm glad I got the opportunity to try out this wonderful line of juice. I highly suggest you all get over to www.eliquid.com and pick up a bottle of Beard Vape Co juice. I hope you all have a safe new year, and remember, be safe!

Skyline M-6 Mechanical Mod Review

Hey everybody! Busy week. With finals coming up and a backlog of inventory, I'm happy to FINALLY bring you my Skyline M-6 review. I got this from Aaron at www.smokenmist.com and I've got to say, for 27.99, I can't think of a better mod on a budget. Let's get to it!

Let's start of with the manufacturer specifications 

Quick thread technology: Double Start Precision Threading
D4 Compliant lead free materials
Machined to aircraft grade standards
Laser etched design
24.34mm
Billet aluminum
Copper contacts
Magnetic button (fuhattan/manhattan design)
LOW voltage drop (4.17)

Okay. Let's just go over that one more time.

Precise, thoroughly machined threading? Copper contacts? Extra pins and insulator....for only 27.99?

YES! It's true!

For the low cost of 27.99, you can get a beast of a mod that lives up to expectations, and performs near identically to it's 275.00 counterpart.

Let's get down to what I dig about this mod.

- Construction

If my understanding of metals is correct, "Billet" aluminum is forged out of one piece of aluminum, not heated, cut, etc. The Skyline is touted as "aircraft grade" material, and while I am a little unsure of that, I must say it is definitely built solidly. The threads are magnificently smooth, and the "quick thread technology" is actually very intuitive. The switch and top cap lock into place with ease, threading faster, and with less resistance, than nearly all the mods in my collection. Another awesome thing about being all aluminum is that it is incredibly light weight. On the other hand, it is very thin - I would not say it is cheap, but it is deceptively so - I have dropped it and have yet to so much as scratch the paint or dent a thread (I am a notorious butter finger so I do not suggest dropping this based on my experience.)

Another interesting addition is the contoured middle part of the mod. It is ergonomically contoured to rest within your palm, for maximum comfort. It can look a bit obscure, but it is definitely a design choice that grows on you over time. I personally find it to be an incredibly sexy mod, despite the unique approach in it's design.

 


The skyline m6 features the "rare earth" magnetic button design we have seen on the manhattan, fuhattan, so on and so forth. It is said that it can never fail in the "on" position, but with clones, this is a flat out lie. It is not the skylines fault, it is just that ameravape clones in my experience do not perform nearly as well as the authentic. I have had a manhattan, fuhattan, and even this fire on their own - usually the pin unthreads from the switch, however if you make sure to properly tighten it, this problem should not happen again. This is sadly the only gripe I have with the mod - it's not that it constantly auto-fires, just that it can. That can be potentially dangerous. From owning the fuhattan I have found that tightening the screw and keeping your magnets and contact clean prevent this problem, so be sure to maintain the switch.

The skyline comes in two colors - black and purple. I have it in black, and I'm happy to say that the threads were not painted. The logo on the bottom of the switch is classic ameravape design, and the tube is almost engraved with the AV logo. Both are very well done.

- Voltage drop

Billet aluminum + copper contacts + copper contact pin = 4.17 voltage drop. This thing is without a doubt THE hardest hitting mod in my collection. I was skeptical when my buddy sent me a picture of a 4.19 reading, but I'll be damned if it wasn't true. This thing is an absolute monster of conductivity and remains a staple because of this.

- Packaging 

The skyline comes in an ameravape box, with extra center pins, insulators, and a contact. It was well packed, resting within a foam insert. Always good to know that your mod is travelling the country safely.

Overall, the Skyline is a well made, beautiful, hard hitting mod that can be had on a budget. I wish more mods of this caliber were available in a similarly priced bracket, as it is simply stunning to know that you can get such a great performing mod for half the cost of other clones. I would recommend this product to ANYBODY on the market for a new clone, or looking to add something hard hitting, attractive, and functional to their rotation.

As always, it is a pleasure working with www.smokenmist.com, and I urge you guys to stop by and take a look. He has very competitive prices, stocking the Aspire Atlantis at 29.99 (be sure to read my review) 

Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you enjoyed the review. Be sure to pick up a Skyline Mod in your choice of purple or black if you're looking for affordability, performance, and clouds. Thanks!

The Aspire Atlantis

Finally...I have it. Within my hands at this very moment is none other than the Atlantis by Aspire. Aaron from www.smokenmist.com gave me the opportunity to review it, and well.. this thing is revolutionary. If you told me a year ago I could achieve this sort of performance using a clearo, I'd laugh. Get ready.

Let's take a look at the definition of "Game Changer" as it has been thrown around quite a lot when discussing the Atlantis.

game chang·er

noun

1. an event, idea, or procedure that effects a significant shift in the current manner of doing or thinking about something.

   "a potential game changer that could revitalize the entire US aerospace industry"

.... Though that picture may not be the official emblem of the world, in our context, I find it perfectly suitable. To be completely honest, I had extremely high hopes for this tank. I first found out about it when KidneyPuncher prematurely launched their presale. It was swiftly removed at the behest of Aspire, only to resurface a few days later. It was listed at, I believe, 44.99. 44.99? I could put that to better use, I thought...no clearo could command that price. 

Or so I thought.

The atlantis is a remarkable design, breathing life into our world, that some could say we needed. I personally find it difficult keeping track of each new RDA, as it seems that they burst onto the market on a weekly basis. x has more airflow, y has four posts, z has a wide bore drip tip, w is made out of SS, e out of copper, etc. I could go on and on and on. This is not a bad thing, however if you're consistently trying to stay on top of your game, you need to be apart of the gear race - I tend to stay towards the back, watching the evolution, planning my purchases....now I can do that for a longer period of time, getting back into the market when something truly entices me.

The Atlantis is aspires answer to sub ohming. The Atlantis proves  that you do NOT need to know how to build, you do NOT need to tinker, and you CAN get clouds in the process. A year ago, a lot of people would of scoffed at the thought. "0.5 ohms? In a CLEARO? You're mad." I remember when people would shy away from building that low in fear of a dead short.

Let's take a look at the specifications.

Product Features:

• Huge bore drip tip
• Stainless construction with aspire logo
• Sub-Ohm Coils - Patented Aspire BVC technology (Much improved BVC coils)
• Sub-Ohm Heads are 0.5 ohm coil
• Compatible with 20-45w (though I have successfully used it at 50w)
• Adjustable airflow control similar to a RBA

On paper, that sounds amazing. Unfortunately, in the vape game, certain hardware just does not live up to standard. Fortunately, the Atlantis does. I'll take you through a walkthrough now, breaking down everything I like, the construction, and what I do not like.

- Packaging

The Aspire Atlantis comes pre-packaged in a nice plastic box, sealed with tape. It rests within a form-fitting foam insert, gently cradling the clearomizer as it makes it's way to your doorstep. Within the plastic box are the Aspire Atlantis, containing a pre-installed 0.5 ohm coil, a replacement coil, and a replacement pyrex tube. I was ecstatic when I found out it came with replacement glass, as I have managed to shatter the glass on the original nautilus not once, but twice. Peace of mind should be at hand for the butterfingers like myself out there.

I've got to say that I was impressed with the stylish, yet minimal, packaging. I'm glad that Aspire opted out of the traditional box packaging that the protanks, nautilus, and similar clearos come in. In fact, I think it was just as much of an appearance decision as a marketing - these things will look very, very classy stacked in a B&W. I certainly felt that I was handling something of value, truly content that I had a piece of gear to cherish.

- Looks

I was a bit concerned that the Atlantis would look a bit gaudy on a mechanical mod, box, what have you. I, like many others, love a uniform look. I prefer to match my stainless RDAs with stainless mods, copper with copper, etc. I always liked the look of a kayfun nano on a SS mech, or a kraken on a brass, but I was concerned with the Atlantis as it looks like, well, a traditional clearo. It has no definitive "look", if you will, it merely looks like a beefed up clearo on steroids.

Well, that's not a bad thing, 'cause it actually looks pretty neat sitting atop any given mod, box, etc. It is fairly large, despite having a 2ml capacity. I appreciate the appearance, and it has now grown on me so much so that I actually prefer it over the kayfun, kraken, etc.

- Construction 

It is safe to say that this thing is built like a tank. I seriously remain at loss for a better word, this thing seems like it can take an absolute beating. The pyrex tank is very thick, and just oozes quality - it threads onto the base of the tank, as well as the top cap, with butter smooth ease. The drip tip is exceptionally well made, and boasts quite a larger bore - I actually like to throw it on an RDA from time to time, it is that large. The chimney and base remain near identical to the original nautilus - you thread the coil into the base, and than the base into the chimney, to ensure a snug, tight fit. This is secured in place by a rubber gasket, which seems redesigned as well. I found that the rubber gasket in the original nautilus was too large, and if you threaded the base in too tightly, you'd need pliers to get it free. This is probably a case by case basis, but it has happened to me, and others, on more than one occasion.  

Another thing I'd like to mention is the AFC ring is just a pleasure to use. The original nautilus was a pain, the nautilus mini was a bit better, but this thing just works. It seems to conform to the base very, very tightly, letting it turn back and form with ease. It is also considerably larger, with indents that are very easy to grip and turn back and forth. I have used this tank heavily and it has not once got stuck, sticky, or refused to turn. Another great addition to the AFC is the options it affords to the user. 

The smallest setting is about the size of the largest setting on the original nautilus.

The second is marginally bigger.

The third is a miniature cyclops slit.

The fourth is a larger cyclops slit, I'd say eyeballing it, it is bigger than the stock Stillare slit.

This definitely provides a wide range of air flow. If you are a mouth to lung hitter, the first two settings will feel at home for you. The third is an improvement, and the fourth is balls to the wall airflow, for a clearomizer. Will those who use RDAS such as the darkhorse, doge, mephisto, still want more airflow? Probably. However, you have to take into consideration that this is a clearomizer, and for what we're working with, it is a ton of air flow. I'd go as far to say that it is more than both the orchid AND the kayfun, two direct competitors to the RDA market.

Another thing I'd like to touch on is the coils. They're similar to the recently introduced BVC coils, but they are a lot larger, and therefore not interchangeable with the mini and vice versa. They are 0.5 ohms, appear to be 24 gauge, traditional wrapped (ie, not a contact/micro coil) and surrounded by the same ceramic fiber. I personally do not like the ceramic fiber, however I am pleased to say that users are already rebuilding, and rewicking. It can get a bit tricky, but it is possible, and I definitely look forward to rewicking mine. If you would rather keep it stock, the produce an ample amount of vapor, rich flavor, and I have got a week out of one at 40w and it is still going strong.

Overall, it is built incredibly well, and is evident that Aspire definitely took attention to detail. It is not a drastic design, in fact, it is quite similar to the nautilus, however they seem to have perfected the quirks with this bad boy.

- Performance

Let's get to what everybody wants to hear...does the Atlantis live up to the hype?

This thing is revolutionary. For those of you out there who want clouds, yet you are not ready to build, the Atlantis is for you. With just a single 0.5 ohm coil, I am able to get some admirable clouds out of a mechanical mod, and some down right impressive ones out of a regulated. It absolutely crushes the orchid, kayfun, and quite a few entry level drippers (in my opinion.) Is it a replacement for some of the better RBAS, such as the mutation x v2, the plume veil, the dark horse, mephisto, doge, etc? No. If you are satisfied with the experience you get from those, (or others), and confident in your building abilities, you probably do not "need" the atlantis. If you are however, getting tired of building, or looking for something to take with you to work or in the car, consider the Atlantis. It is a comparable experience, providing dense vapor, and some pretty powerful flavor.

With that in mind, I'd like to point out that while it does work on a mechanical mod, I personally believe it is best at home on a regulated. It is advertised at being operable up to 30w, but I have personally took it to 50w and not once got a dry hot. It was a bit warmer than I'd like, but I had to test it out. It can definitely handle a higher wattage, and if you like a warmer vape, than feel free to experiment. I personally found it works best at around 40w, creating a harmonious balance of flavor and vapor.

I am thoroughly impressed. The Atlantis manages to chuck vapor, provide wonderful flavor, and the coils are still going strong after a whole week at 40w, I personally feel that it now replaces the need to upgrade to an RBA. Instead, users can opt in for the Atlantis, if they're looking to achieve a similar experience, yet not wanting to dive into building just yet. It can be a stepping stone, or a one and done - I often find myself wondering if I'd be at the rebuildable/hobby phase if this was available to me when I made the jump from my nautilus/mvp to a king/magma. 

One of the only downfalls about the atlantis is the 2ml capacity. At higher wattages, 2ml of juice will not last long, and as a heavy vapor, I can go through about 3-4 tanks a day, depending on how much I vape. I personally feel that I am utilizing juice better however, as with a dripper I find myself vaping more and more. The 2ml capacity is a slight hindrance at best, and I wouldn't be surprised if aspire came out with a larger pyrex tube. This may take away from the aesthetic appeal but hey, if we can get a 5ml tank, I'd be okay with an ugly form factor.

If you're on the fence about rebuilding, pick up an Atlantis. If you hate feeling like you're diffusing a bomb when you drip at a red light, pick up an Atlantis. If you just need something for around the house when you're feeling lazy and you RDA needs a build, pick up the Atlantis. 

PSA : I'd like to bring something to the attention of those who are new to vaping and are considering an Aspire Atlantis. The Aspire Atlantis is a sub ohm device, and therefore, is only compatible with high drain batteries that can support the amp limit. It will not work on the following devices

- Ego batteries and variations

- Itaste VTR, Itaste VV/VW, Itaste MVP

- Eleaf iStick

- Any regulated mod that can not fire below 0.7 ohms (as the coils typically meter at 0.6)

If you wish to use an Aspire Atlantis, make sure you're using high drain batteries with an appropriate amp limit. Do not attempt to fire this clearomizer unless you have a battery that is rated for the amp load. Personal injury CAN occur. Verify that the device you're using is compatible. Mechanical mods (with proper batteries), unregulated mods, and regulated mods that can fire down to 0.5ohms are suitable. Do your research and please, be safe.

It just works, people.

Nautilus/Nautilus Mini/Atlantis

Thanks for taking the time to read my review. If you're finding yourself in the market for an Atlantis, my buddy Aaron at www.smokenmist.com has them listed for 29.99 - the lowest price stateside I have came across. I'd like to once again thank him for the opportunity, and personally let him know that I sincerely value our partnership.

Mutation X V2 Review

Hey everybody. Today, I'll be going over the Mutation X V2 atomizer by Indulgence. I got this from Jonathan at www.alluringvapors.com to review and I must say, it has been the only RDA in my rotation for going on two weeks!

The title says it all. The Mutation X V2 has successfully carved out all of my other RDAs, standing tall as the definite dripping experience. Let's go ahead and take a look at the specifications

Four post split design

SS construction

Top sink to disperse heat

Triangle torque screws

18 (!) airholes 

Wide bore delrin drip tip

Deep juice well

Original and AFFORDABLE

All in all, this thing is amazing. Let's break it down and go over each and every aspect of this beast.

- Deck

For those who own a plume veil or a CLT, you're in for a nice surprise. Instead of the tri-post design of the original mutation X, the v2 features a split, four post deck. This a nice addition to the already fantastic design, as it affords the user more room to build, as well as making center coils a very easy process. The negative posts are milled into the deck, and the split block is secured by a PEEK insulator and screw, just like many other RDAs. The posts themselves are very, very sturdy - I have not once noticed any indication of spinning, nor do I imagine I will.

Another cool feature is that the v2 features triangular torque screws. Initially I was skeptical, because I would need a new tool, and the traditional screws are easier to replace/locate in the size required. Fortunately, a torque screw came with the atomizer, and it seems very, very sturdy. I have done about six or seven builds so far, and the torque screwdriver is holding up just fine, as are the screws. I am beginning to wish that all RDAs featured these screws. They lock into place very easily, have yet to cut my wire, and do not back out over time as the posts and threads begin to wear down. I also believe that they will survive for quite some time, striped screws are a major pain in the ass, however I'm confident this won't be an issue.

The well itself is absolutely massive - deeper than the stillare, mephisto, patriot, and even the tobh. I would not say it is the deepest well I have ever used, but it is definitely near the top.

- Airflow

This is what made the original mutation a must have atomizer. Essentially, the original mutation was a tobh on steroids. It featured a similar deck, cap, and design. The V2 has successfully distanced itself from the tobh, turning itself into a standalone competitor. With the revolutionized deck, so comes the airflow. The original mutation featured 18 air holes, as does the V2, however the V2 now has the ability to run in single coil configuration. The AFC is accomplished by sliced blades that can block the holes accordingly. I personally do not see a reason to run the v2 in single coil mode, however I do know that plenty of people prefer to, so it is definitely nice to have the option. 

With the sliced blades comes a more powerful airflow, as it can effectively create a power vortex of vapor, if you will. The V2 is a fog machine, no doubt about it. I can fog up most of my apartment in about 15 minutes, so if you're looking to chase some serious clouds, the V2 is what you're looking for.

Included with the V2 is a wide bore delrin drip tip. It is definitely wider than your standard 510, I'd say if I had to eyeball it about half the size of a chuff. Delrin is comfortable to vape off, it does not get hot, nor will it get cold in the winter time like SS tips may. One thing I do not like about the DT is that because it is so large, the top cap can only accommodate it and it only. It is simply far to large to house a standard 510, and I have not found a compatible sized chuff (though for what it is worth, the clones of the V2 come packaged with a chuff style cap.) 

- Flavor

I'm going to come right out and say I did not expect this much flavor from the v2. The original, in my opinion, did not have a ton of flavor - it was meant for cloud chasing, and that is what it did best. The v2 however, perfects the combo. I get a TON of flavor and even more vapor. I believe it is because the inner diameter is larger than the original, and I can close off my air holes. Another nice improvement.

- Construction/Packaging

To be blunt, this thing is built well. It features 304 grade stainless steel, milled posts, a peek insulator, an ultra wide bore drip tip, heat sink cooling fins, and 18 airholes. The craftsmanship at it's price point (27.99) is astonishing, giving those who are teetering on clone or authentic an affordable option to pursue originality, affordability, and durability.

The packaging itself is a nice touch as well. It comes in a neatly wrapped gift box, and within the gift box are four replacement screws, replacement o-rings (for the deck and the drip tip) and a torque screw. I was glad to know that I had back up screws as I do not have any of these lying around.

Overall, the mutation X V2 is definitely worth it's price and at this point should be a staple in any vapors arsenal. If you're looking for a comfortable deck to build on, flavor, and more vapor than you know what to do with, you need to look into purchasing this monstrous RDA. For the low price of 27.99 you can own an original, authentic design, that works better than most clones on the market. Go ahead and stop by www.alluringvapors.com and pick yours up today! They come in black, copper, and stainless.

Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you enjoyed the review. Stay tuned, big things are coming. I'll be reviewing the SLS M6 by Ameravape (clone) and the Aspire Atlantis. Shoutout to Jonathan @ www.alluringvapors.com, I also enjoy working with you and your generosity. 

The Vape Shack 808 Juice Review

Today I'll be covering some juice I received from the Vape Shack. They're located in Hawaii and I must say, they have very affordable prices on QUALITY juice. I swear it is some of the tastiest juice I've ever had! Starting at 5.00 for a 10ml or 30.00  for a 120ml, it is hard to go wrong.

Aunty Li Hing 

3mg

Overview: Aunty Li Hing is a unique flavor, which also happens to be a popular treat in Hawaii. 

Final impression: Aunty Li Hing is a very interesting flavor. It tastes like a mixture of pineapple and mango, which a very sugary taste permeating throughout. It is incredibly sweet, and a deep red - this will stain your cotton something fierce. It's an interesting flavor though, as it is a truly unique taste - a fruity, yet incredibly sweet, vape. I could not vape this consistently as it gets tiring, but it is a nice juice when you're looking for a very sweet change of pace. 4/5

Fat Elvis

3mg

Overview: Ah, the peanut butter and banana sandwich. Aptly named after quite possibly the biggest fan of the tasty treat, Fat Elvis is a take on the classic gooey, tasty sandwich that Elvis himself swore by.

Final impression: Damn. This juice is absolutely amazing. It manages to perfect a natural peanut butter taste without any weird aftertaste, or odd butter flavor. The banana is incredibly real, a majority of banana flavors taste like runtz to me, this however tastes like the real fruit. It is a winning combination, just like the sandwich. It's a very creamy, thick vape, but it definitely does the dessert justice. I could vape this for the rest of my life. 5/5

Sgt. Smack Berries

3mg

Overview: An inspiring take on a beloved cereal, Captain Crunch.

Final impression: Out of the mail, the bottle smelled just like the box of cereal - I had high hopes. They were surpassed. I am quickly becoming a cereal juice junkie, and this is juice is no slouch. It has the berry taste, the corn cereal taste, and even a splash of creamy milk. It's definitely one of the best cereal flavors I've ever had, and this is another juice I could vape for the rest of my life! It's sweet, decadent, and disappears very, very quickly. 5/5

Banana Cream

3mg

Overview: Another take on a staple dessert, banana cream tries to emulate the creamy, velvety vanilla pudding, and ripe banana taste.

Final impression: This juice didn't do it for me. I have yet to have a good banana cream, and I really hoped this would be it - it smelt wonderful. However, the pudding taste is a bit funky, almost like a bad custard, and the banana isn't anything like the fat elvis juice - it tastes like candy. It's not a bad juice, I am sure somebody would like it - it is certainly vapeable. However it did disappoint me, and I personally would not revisit it. 2/5

Unicorn Tears

3mg

Overview: An interesting mixture, of which I couldn't begin to describe. It is sweet, fruity, and unique.
Final impression: Unicorn Tears taste like, well....unicorn tears. It is magical, you could say. It is incredibly fruity, but sweet at the same time - it is almost like every berry had be turned into a delicious candy and melted into a liquid. It's one of those juices you've just got to try, and you will either love it or hate it. I personally loved it, it's a very sweet, fruity vape, that is done right. This is a very hard juice to make, as "candy like" fruit can and usually does taste horrible. Unicorn Tears however managed to perfect the secret. Grab a bottle, let your taste buds explain it, because it is pretty hard to tell you just how awesome this juice is. 5/5

V mist

3mg

Overview: If you know, you know.

Final impression: This seems to be a secretive flavor, as even the websites overview states "if you know, you know." Perhaps it is a hit locally, a secret mixture, I am not sure - I am not native to the state. I can however tell you what I do know, and it is that this flavor is fantastic. It tastes like fruit punch with a strong menthol kick. For some, menthol is a deal breaker. I enjoy it if it is done well, and V Mist is a homerun. If you're looking for a fruity, sweet flavor with an icy chill, V mist will NOT disappoint. 5/5

The Vape Shack goes to show you that premium juice does not mean premium price. At just $5.00 for 10/ml, you too can enjoy some quality, tasty juice, without breaking the bank. Get over to the vapeshack now and pick yourselves up some killer juice!

MtBakerVapor Juice Review

Hello everybody! I'd like to apologize for my absence - I have had some computer trouble and have been left with mobile access only! With that out of the way however, today I'll be going over some new flavors from MtBakerVapor. I'd like to thank Michael for giving me the opportunity to review the new line!  Let's get to it!

Vanishing Oatmeal Treats

3mg

Max VG

Overview: Vanishing Oatmeal Treats is a take on the traditional oatmeal raisin cookie. I have to say, I did have extremely high hopes for this particular juice - I love a good oatmeal raisin cookie. Right out of the mail, this particular liquid has a very sweet and spicy scent - not quite like cinnamon, but definitely packing a kick. I was a little hesitant to try it, considering the aroma was well removed from what I anticipated, however I found it to be an entirely different story when I actually vaped it.

Flavor: To be honest, it is surprisingly good! It has a hint of cookie dough, raisin, and a delicate cinnamon twist. The cinnamon is very, very faint, but I definitely taste it. Otherwise, it is the embodiment of it's inspiration - a true take on a oatmeal cookie! It succeeds where others have failed because, I think, it has the perfect blend - it is not too sweet, and it is not too fruity. Every flavor mixes together and somehow, they are all true middle ground - no particular flavor overpowers the other. I really enjoyed this juice.
4/5

Maui Sunrise
3mg

Max VG

Overview: A tropical, fruity blend, definitely something that fruit flavor lovers will enjoy. It's an intricate mix, and by that I mean there is definitely a lot going on - it's nice to see such a complex flavor not fall through the cracks.

Flavor: It's kind of hard to describe what is going on here -  it's definitely a collection of fruits, I get a bit of orange, guava, and strawberry, with almost a hint of alcohol. This isn't a bad thing - I've had a few sex on the beach replications that manage to imitate that alcohol taste, without compromising the fruity flavor profile. If you're into fruity vapes, or a fan of tropical juices, this will be a definite ADV for some. Personally, it feels like too much is going on - I reserve this for when I do flavor-chasing builds, like twisted, or use my Nautilus Mini. Overall, not bad.
3/5

Apfelstrudel

3mg

Max VG

Overview: I heard Apple Strudel and the first thing to come to my mind was - please, please, PLEASE do NOT disappoint! If you have followed my blog since it's creation, you would know, by and far my first ADV was Green Apple from MtBakerVapor. It was everything about a green apple that I loved, and I would demolish bottle after bottle. So, needless to say, I had extremely high hopes...

Flavor: They were exceeded. I have had a LOT of different flavors from MBV, and this is easily one of the best they've ever made. You get the warm, gooey strudel crust, a hint of cinnamon, and a very delicious, organic apple taste. This is my new ADV, without a doubt - it has got to be the current pinnacle of my rotation! I plan on ordering a large bottle in the near future, and I urge all those who love dessert/apple juice PICK THIS UP. NOW. Don't wait!
5/5

Admiral Berry Crunch
3mg

Max VG

Overview: Admiral Berry Crunch is a take on the classic cereal we all know and love, Captain Crunch. It seems that the cereal flavor fanbase is growing strong - everybody and their mother are salivating over Cereal Killa. It's nice to see MBVs introduction to the cereal game and I'm happy to say - they nailed it!

Flavor: If you've had the cereal, you know what to expect. Admiral Berry Crunch manages to emulate the crunchy, sweet taste of corn cereal, and the fruity, equally sweet taste of berry. What impresses me the most is it tastes like actual cereal, not sweet, desserty fruit. It actually reminds me of the very first bite of cereal in the morning, and now I see why this particular flavor is in high demand - it's wonderful! As an added bonus, it smells EXTREMELY good - my room often smells like a box of captain crunch...who could complain about that?!
5/5

Cinnamon Munch
3mg

Max VG

Overview: Cinnamon Munch is another shot at the cereal juice, this time attempting to emulate cinnamon toast crunch. I, personally, was never a fan of the cereal - it is far too sweet for me, This particular juice however, is FANTASTIC! I really do not know what it is with the cereal flavor - I wish they had this kind of stuff when I started vaping.
Flavor: Cinnamon munch is sweet, spicy, and I can definitely see why adults love it. It manages to replicate everything you'd love about the cereal - from the slight taste of milk, to the bite of cinnamon, and the sweet, sugary crunch in every bite. This juice is phenomenal, really - all these flavors are. I am quite impressed with MBV, and I eagerly await to see what they do in the future.

There you have it, folks. Make sure to get over to www.mtbakervapor.com and pick up one of the flavors I reviewed, you will not be disappointed. You can use coupon code "VAPOCALYPTIC" at check out for a 10% discount. Vape strong and live long!

Infinite Cartel review

I always love working with MtBakerVapor. Micheal is such a great guy and never fails to surprise me! He gave me the opportunity recently to review this particular cartel, and man, it is beautiful mod. Be sure to use coupon code "vapocalyptic" for 10 % off your order !

Pros

- THICK BRASS
- Silver plated brass contacts
- LOGOLESS :D
- Full tube set
- Recessed button

Cons

- So far, so good !

http://youtu.be/CyS5BAt90F8

HCIGAR Paragon Review 18650

Hey there people, I'm slowly but surely beginning to translate some of my work over to youtube. It is easier, it is quicker, and I can reach a wider audience. I love to write, and while I'll never abandon blogging, I've got to say...youtubing is pretty fun! 

I don't have the best camera, but it is what it is. With that said, be sure to watch my review on the Paragon 18650 mod by HCIGAR. 

You can pick yours up for 32.99 at www.smokenmist.com

PROS

- Copper construction

- Recessed switch

- Buttery smooth threads

- Sexy carbon fiber finish

- Brass contacts

- Telescopic pin

CONS

- Thin metal - don't drop this !

- Silly vent hole placement

- Telescopic pin rattles, does not fire with some automizers

Overall, I do recommend it, it's a nice entry into the world of copper mods without breaking the bank. Be sure to watch the video and pick yours up today!

Smokenmist E-Juice

Hey everybody! Another E-juice review, courtesy of www.smokenmist.com. Smokenmist has a great selection of must have, affordable vaping gear, as well as top notch e-liquid. What are you waiting for? Get on over there!

Strawberry Monroe

0 MG

80/20 VG-PG

Overview : A tantalizing mixture of succulent strawberries and devilishly creamy cheesecake. Out of the mail, it smells a bit deceptive - kind of like cheesecake, but no hint of strawberry. Vaping it, however, is a completely different story. They come in standard bottles with the flavor name, company name, mixture, and warnings - I've got to say, I love it when a company takes their time to perfect what is in the bottle, and not the bottle itself.

Flavor : ADDV. All damn day vape. Once more. ALL. DAMN. DAY. VAPE. Strawberry monroe is in my opinion, the mother's milk/suicide bunny KILLER. With a delicate balance of sweet strawberry and the creamy, custard like taste of cheesecake filling, this is heaven in a bottle. I've never had something so sweet, so tasty, so.... just, yeah. I've really got to nag Aaron (president of smokenmist) about adding large ML bottles...say, a gallon? ;) In all seriousness though, if you're a dessert junkie like I am, this will absolutely blow you away.

5/5

Plush
0 MG

80/20  VG-PG

Overview: A fruity blend, weaving peach, berries, and melons. I was curious why it was named "Plush", so as I was pulling the image, I read the description - "don't stroke the furry wall!" and as you can tell...it's a furry wall. Well, when the world slips you a Jeffery, stroke the furry wall.

Flavor: Despite the intriguing aroma and spectacular ingredients list, Plush unfortunately falls a bit short, in my opinion. I'm not a big fan of fruity juices, however peach is and always will be one of the few I can tolerate - unfortunately with plush, I get a tinge of berry, and an overwhelming amount of melon - and I am definitely not a fan of melon. To fruit/berry aficionados
, this has the potential to be a home run, however I've got to respectfully pass. I will note however, it does have a very clean taste - I find nearly all fruit juices overly sweet or artificial, but at least plush has a crisp, distinctive taste.

3/5

Raspberry Lemonade
0 MG

80/20  VG-PG

Overview: A summer time classic. The refreshing blend of tangy yet sweet raspberry and the delightfully sour lemonade culminate in a classic, tasteful beverage. Right out of the mail the crisp smell of lemonade permeates, cutting through the berry mix. Raspberry Lemonade used to be an ADV for, and I'm happy to say this particular incarnation finds it's way into that category with ease.

Flavor:  A simple yet complex mix - lemonade is notoriously hard to perfect. It can be too sweet, too bitter, too tangy, up to and including downright unvapeable. I know, I've had my fair share of  "lemons", no pun intended. It is evident however that Aaron has managed to perfect the blend, leading to artistry in a bottle - this is a definitive raspberry lemonade. The raspberry is pronounced, mixing well with the lemonade, curbing it's bitter-sweet taste. It's not too sweet, not too bitter, it's... it's actually quite impressive. I couldn't vape it all day. but it is definitely refreshing, sweet, and a treat of sorts - an after dinner vape, perhaps.

5/5

Dragonfruit
0 MG

80/20  VG-PG

Overview: I've never had a dragon fruit, however after trying this juice I can say I don't really want to have one. It's not... bad, it's just... different. I imagined a sweet tasting juice, however it is kind of sour, almost like a melon.

Flavor: I, personally, was not a fan of this juice. It tastes like a sour melon. I really can't put my finger on it or articulate much more than that - I'm not a fan of melon. For what it's worth, however, my wife absolutely loved it. She tore through a 10ml in about a day. It's not a bad juice, I mean, it doesn't taste nasty, or have a funky smell, it's just.... different.
2/5

Animal House Gum
0 MG

80/20  VG-PG

Overview: Despite the name, I instinctively knew what this was going to be - Zebra Stripe Gum. Don't ask me how, don't ask me why, I just had an inclination. I'm not huge on candy tasting vapes, this one however, kept me coming back for more. It's sweet, it's sour, it's zebra stripe gum and it takes me back to when I was eight years old.

Flavor: If you've ever had zebra stripe gum, than you know what to expect. If you haven't, well, to quote Mr. Ricky Bobby... if you don't chew zebra stripe gum, then .... well you can fill in the blanks, or watch the movie! Animal House Gum is delightfully sour and sweet, managing to replicate the taste of actual gum without compromising it's fruity and sweet integrity. If you're in the market for a sweet and sour vape with a candy kick, definitely pick up some animal house gum.

4/5

It's been an absolute pleasure working with Aaron and www.smokenmist.com. I
'd like to once again personally thank him for his generosity and support; people like you are the backbone of Vapocalyptic. The knowledge and experience I gain by working alongside companies like yours are what propels not only Vapocalyptic but myself forward. 

Thanks for reading yet another Vapocalyptic review, and as always, vape strong and live long.

Skeleton Key by HCIGAR

Today, I'll be covering the Skeleton Key clone by HCIGAR, provided by Aaron at www.smokenmist.com. It's a work of art, and I'd like to urge all my readers to stop over at www.smokenmist.com for affordable prices on a variety of mechanical mods, tanks, juice and rebuildables.

Before I start this review, I'd like to take a moment to speak to Marquis personally. Although I sincerely doubt that the creators of the authentic Skeleton Key will be reading this review in particular, I'd still like this point to somehow get across.  

The clone war will not stop, guys. Your legal team can threaten suppliers, vendors, and ebay sellers, (and rightfully so) but it is inevitable. Your device will continue to be copied, sold, and marketed with or without your patent(s) and trademark(s). As a company, I sincerely understand your objection - you have provided the community with a wonderful device, a device that contains your blood, sweat and tears - and it is being ripped from under you, and sold at a lower cost. Corners are being cut, manufacturing and QC processes aren't as strict as your manufacturing process might adhere to. While I do sympathize with you; know this. Your device IS a work of ART. You have created something so beautiful, so elegant, so profoundly efficient that it is hard to NOT clone it. With a clone available, your device can be in the hands of people who may otherwise never been able to afford something so exquisite, unique, and well made. Any publicity is good publicity, and I sincerely believe that a clone will find it's way into the hands of a user who very well may purchase the authentic - I know I will in the future, as I am impressed. Impressed enough to warrant spending 250.00+ on what is essentially a metal tube, a contact, and a switch.

The fact of the matter is, a large majority of the community simply cannot afford such a device, and while I would never, ever suggest a way to run your business or price your product, I would like you to see the other end of the spectrum- your innovative design is afforded the ability to find it's way into a larger niche of the market, something I personally find this to be invaluable - and I sincerely hope that those who own a clone of the Skeleton Key by Marquis take into consideration purchasing an authentic, as it is the only clone that has inspired me to do so personally. Feel free to email me at vapocalyptic@gmail.com if you see this message and would like to further discuss opinions and business practices, I'd love to hear from you.

With that said, the Skeleton Key by HCIGAR is a wonderful, wonderful mod, so much so I am hesitant to use it - it seems fitting that it remain on display, much like the authentic. Let's get onto the details and I'll share my thoughts.

CONSTRUCTION

- Brass 

- Three piece design (18650, 18350, 18490, and separate sleeve to use a kick)

- Telescopic silver contact pin

- Silver firing contact

- Unique locking mechanism - magnetic 360 lock ring allows it to be locked, and unlocked, with a 1/4th of a turn

- 510 connection

- 23 mm diameter

PROS

- Superior machining, boasting beautifully made threads that are buttery smooth at each juncture

- Low voltage drop, under load test showed about .23 drop

- Silver contacts that won't deteriorate and wear down like copper

- Deep, pronounced engravings, notably the Key - I doubt this is wearing off anytime soon

- Innovative lock ring that can be adjusted with just a 1/4 of a turn

CONS 

- Top caps are becoming a thing of the past - look at the 4NINE, Stingray X, Nemesis etc - the top cap is a bit gaudy and adds unnecessary length and weight, in it's absence you would notice a shorter profile and lower voltage drop

- 23 mm diameter, so not everything will sit flush

Design

In all honesty, I have yet to hold a mod as elegant as the Skeleton Key. Boasting a deep engraving on the main tube and quality laser engravings on the switch, it goes without saying that sometimes, simplicity is key. The device retains an aura of elegance without going overboard and employing a multitude of varying designs. The design was conceptualized with a hint of style and classiness, and it is safe to say HCIGAR managed to replicate this wonderfully. Pictures do not do the Skeleton Key justice - I had originally thought it to be too simplistic, lacking if you will. When it was in my hand, however, I could not help but be completely spellbound - intricacies of the engravings will captivate and amaze, even as a clone.

The mod itself is beautiful as well in brushed brass, and I can only imagine a natural patina will amplify it's antiquity and it's "days of old" inspirations. The top cap is notched, however it is is a bit too big for my taste - currently authentic owners are receiving improved flat caps. I would have liked to see HCIGAR wait and release their version with a hybrid / flat cap, but it isn't a deal breaker because the voltage drop is well within the acceptable range. A flat top cap would also afford a smaller profile - this thing is a bit big, not nearly as large as the king, though it definitely towers over my Fuhattan.

The switch, however, is something out of a dream - a cloners dream, if you will. Typically the clone community gets the short end of the stick when it comes to the switch. We have all dealt with the nightmare inducing nemesis switch, the endlessly crunchy stingray switch, and the infamous king switch. I would consider a top dollar purchase like the original just by the switch alone - it is that wonderful. I have had a ton of mods fire in my pocket, scorching my leg, decimating my high performance builds, so I find it extremely comforting to not have to worry about this ever happening.

The switch itself is brass, remaining quite conductive, however it is the design and innovation it exudes that makes me giddy with excitement. The switch itself is spring loaded, however the floating locking mechanism is magnetic. Not only does this afford trouble free operation, it also allows the Skeleton Key to be locked with just a 1/4t of a turn - I can lock, unlock, lock, unlock with just a flick of my finger, endlessly taunting my friends, who stand astonished in the inherent ease of it's  design.

Performance

Not only does the Skeleton Key marvel with it's articulate design and immaculate attention to detail, it also performs extremely well - I would go as far to say that it hands down trumps my entire collection. I ran a few different setups on it and compared them to my fuhattan

Skeleton Key with a Mephisto RDA - .4 dual coil

Skeleton Key with a Stillare V3  .2 dual coil

Skeleton Key with a Tugboat .8 twisted single coil

I tested each dripper on both the Manhattan and Skeleton key and hands down, the Skeleton Key put out denser, longer clouds than the fuhattan - a completely copper mod! Naysayers will have you believe that copper is the most conductive material to use although it is not. Silver is in fact the most electrically conductive metal. To think that HCIGAR managed to authenticate and implement high quality silver contacts at an affordable price is something out of a dream, I'd say. I absolutely love the telescopic contact feature - it is actually quite easy to adjust for battle rattle with just a few slight turns, and because it is a two piece design, I do not have to spend much time getting it right.

With that said, the Skeleton Key by HCIGAR is also surprisingly user friendly - I have been able to fire a variety of drippers without having to constant fiddle with the telescopic pin, or deal with battery rattle. I have yet to pair it with a tank or dripper that it refuses to fire - something I can't say for what is unfortunately quite a few mods in my collection.

Final thoughts

Without going off on a clone war tangent, I will just say this - I support the clone movement. I do prefer logoless designs, as I do not care for "made in the U.S.A" and 1:1 logo/design replications - imitation is the best form of flattery, but theft is always theft. I hope that the market comes to an agreement on the clone war soon, so that everybody can shut up and vape! After all, that's all we're trying to do, right?

With that said, the Skeleton Key by HCIGAR is hands down, the nicest clone on the market, at least in my experience. I would place this over the fuhattan, stingray x, nemesis, panzer, king, tree of life, caravela, stingray (in all it's incarnations), hades, etc - I have owned countless, and none of them stack up to the Skeleton key by HCIGAR.

It is well made. It is conductive as all hell. It hits like a turbo charged train. It has no noticeable construction or quality flaws. It has inspired me to purchase the authentic.

This is the real deal, folks. Shoutout to Aaaron at www.smokenmist.com he is a hell of a guy and a pleasure to do business with. Be sure to stop by and pick up a mod or some juice, his Strawberry Monroe a mothers milk killer - yes, I said that. Be sure to follow us on instagram @_vapocalyptic and @smokenmist.

PS: www.smokenmist.com has had to remove the Skeleton Key. If you're interested in purchasing the brass version for 34.99, please contact support@smokenmist.com. The copper version is 50.00. Thank you!

As always, vape strong and live long people.