Some smokers struggle with giving up smoking, not just because of the nicotine or the habit of smoking, but the taste. The taste of tobacco can be a love or hate relationship for smokers, and for those looking to quit, tobacco-flavoured vapes could be a make or break. Whether you have a favourite brand of cigarettes or a specific flavour profile of tobacco you prefer, there's a good chance you can find the right vape for you.
Disposable vapes make this even easier for newcomers to vaping, as smokers can try new flavours and vaping for the first time with little to no investment. Often, disposable vapes are pen-shaped devices making them feel even more like you are puffing on a cigarette.
So, what tobacco flavours are there? Let's first look at the different types of tobacco and the sort of flavours they create.
The most common types of tobacco and how they taste
Aromatic Fire-Cured
This Virginia grown tobacco has a distinct aroma and floral flavours. The most common type of Aromatic fire-cured tobacco is Latakia typically used in some English-style blends.
Burley
Mainly grown in Kentucky but can also be found in Tennessee, West Virginia, Indiana, Ohio and North Carolina. Burley has a low sugar concentration and is commonly used for making cigarettes.
Brightleaf (Flue-Cured) Tobacco
Typically, from Maryland, Ohio and Pennsylvania, Brightleaf tobacco features milder flavours and a better aroma than typical tobacco. If cured with charcoal, it creates an even lighter flavour.
Dokha
Originating from the Gulf States, this pure tobacco offers a very high nicotine content. It isn't cured or processed like other tobacco products to keep it as pure as possible, meaning it keeps a fresh, natural tobacco flavour. Any herbs or bark mixed along with it also benefit from this and provide flavour.
Criollo
A popular type of tobacco for making cigars from Cuba, it can also be used as a filler tobacco. It can sometimes be called 'native seed' or 'Havana seed' and has a spicy, earthy flavour.
Oriental Tobacco
Mostly grown in Turkey, Lebanon and Greece, this type of tobacco is sun-cured and is used in blends of tobacco sticks. With a low level of sweetness, it benefits from a strong, musty aroma and spicy, earthy flavours.
Shade Tobacco
Given its name because it is a type of tobacco grown in shade away from direct sunlight, it's commonly grown in Connecticut and Massachusetts. It has much more delicate features giving it a mild flavour and aroma. Commonly used in wrappers for premium cigars.
The best tobacco flavours for cigarette lovers
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Origin is inspired by the origin story of vaping, finding its roots in those who looked to quit smoking. With authentic tobacco flavours and our premium Nicotine Salt, Origin is a unique vaping experience that's truly the bee's knees.
For those with a passion for tobacco, Origin includes flavours inspired by rich tobacco products that include Cuban crème, Virginia Gold, Royal Tobacco, True Tobacco, Liquor Tobacco, and Menthol Tobacco.
Why Nic Salts are perfect for smokers
Those who smoke are used to getting strong nicotine hits with their cigarettes or cigars, and although vaping helps to tackle nicotine cravings, it actually provides less nicotine than cigarettes. This is why some smokers who make the switch notice that they vape quite a lot in the early days, especially if they've picked a lower-strength E-Liquid.
Nicotine Salts, however, have been designed specifically in mind for smokers. These types of E-Liquid provide a stronger nicotine hit whilst being kinder to the throat than traditional E-Liquids. Nicotine Salts are the go-to for smokers looking to quit with vaping, and Pod Salt Origin's Nic Salts are definitely one you should try if you're a fan of tobacco.
