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[beautycat]

I've ordered some Capella from frogster

But I know some people use cup cake world flavouring, they say they are intense flavours so what amount of mls would you use them in

Thanks

[Jen]

It does depend on the flavour - some are very strong, some less so. I find the rhubarb really overpowering, for example, and wouldn't go over 8% with that. The cream is also quite strong. Then I got their Iron Brew and mixed it at 20%, tasted of nowt 3 weeks later

[beautycat]

Thanks Jen

[OneDay]

BC if you have a look through the members recipe thread you'll get some ideas as to the percentages of different flavours people use

[beautycat]

Thanks oneday, so much to learn

[Blownupdolly]

I think I am going to try CCW at the weekend and buy a few. I am a bit apprehensive about the Capella I got as Ash said last night he sometimes got a chemically aftertaste.

[Jen]

May 9, 2013 9:22:23 GMT Blownupdolly said:

I think I am going to try CCW at the weekend and buy a few. I am a bit apprehensive about the Capella I got as Ash said last night he sometimes got a chemically aftertaste.

I feel the same about TPA fruit flavours - it's just a matter of taste, I think all the flavouring houses have their strengths and weaknesses. Capella fruit, for example, I find to be lovely. TPA bakery flavours are superior IMO. CCW strawberry is my absolute favourite. F'arts fruits can be a little harsh, but their cocoa, mints and nutty flavours are lush. Trial and error

[OneDay]

I can't say I've ever had an aftertaste with Capellas

[Blownupdolly]

Hmmm. I guess it is just a minefield of trial and error.
I think I read somewhere on here the other day that there is a company selling batches of small samples so you don't have to waste a lot of money finding out what you like using normal sized bottles. Trouble is, I can't remember where I read it.

[OneDay]

May 9, 2013 9:30:45 GMT Blownupdolly said:

Hmmm. I guess it is just a minefield of trial and error.
I think I read somewhere on here the other day that there is a company selling batches of small samples so you don't have to waste a lot of money finding out what you like using normal sized bottles. Trouble is, I can't remember where I read it.

Was it this thread Dolly?

[chrisjw]

May 9, 2013 9:07:32 GMT beautycat said:

I've ordered some Capella from frogster

But I know some people use cup cake world flavouring, they say they are intense flavours so what amount of mls would you use them in

Thanks

The thing to remember bc, is that you can always add more flavouring, but you can't take it away, so start low.....taste it.....& add more if required. It's all a personal taste really....I normally start around 5% & then test after a day or so & then start adding....once you've used a particular flavour, you'll get used to it's strength & know the next time you use it, where to begin with regards %'s.......at least that's my way, but everyone does it differently...you'll find your own system.

[Blownupdolly]

May 9, 2013 9:34:51 GMT OneDay said:

May 9, 2013 9:30:45 GMT Blownupdolly said:

Hmmm. I guess it is just a minefield of trial and error.
I think I read somewhere on here the other day that there is a company selling batches of small samples so you don't have to waste a lot of money finding out what you like using normal sized bottles. Trouble is, I can't remember where I read it.

Was it this thread Dolly?

Ahhh yes. But it seems they are for ready made mixes. Shame a it would be a great help for us if they did it for flavourings.

You really are a diamond Steve. So helpful.

[Frogster (The Alchemist)]

Dolly,

I have sold maybe close on 5000 bottles of Capella, no one has ever reported back (to me) that there is a chemical aftertaste from them, they are respected in the mixing community as one (if not "The") best you can get! So, I wouldn't worry about it.... Just start with a little lower % flavour and then you can add as others have said.

Kev

[Blownupdolly]

May 9, 2013 10:09:58 GMT Frogster (The Alchemist) said:

Dolly,

I have sold maybe close on 5000 bottles of Capella, no one has ever reported back (to me) that there is a chemical aftertaste from them, they are respected in the mixing community as one (if not "The") best you can get! So, I wouldn't worry about it.... Just start with a little lower % flavour and then you can add as others have said.

Kev

Okey doke. I knew they were popular as many on here mention them and that's why I picked them from your list of suppliers. I shall just have to wait and see how it turns out. But I intend to try all the different suppliers you deal with in the coming months to see what suits me best, and as others say, even between certain flavours in different ranges there can be big differences.

Confused? Yes, so am I

[Roger]

F'arts do 2ml samples of flavours. £1.20

www.flavourart.co.uk/2ml-flavour-samplers-123-p.asp

Quite a good way to try a range of their stuff.