Characteristics of the juice tested
- Sponsor having lent material for the review: VDLV
- Price of the tested packaging: 19.90 €
- Quantity: 50 ml
- Price per ml: 0.40 €
- Price per liter: 400 €
- Juice category according to the price per ml previously calculated: Entry level, up to 0.60 € / ml
- Nicotine dosage: 0 mg / ml
- Proportion of vegetable glycerin: 50%
Packing
- Presence of a box: No
- Presence of a tamper-evident seal: Yes
- Bottle material: Flexible plastic, usable for filling, if the bottle is fitted with a mouthpiece
- Cork equipment: Nothing
- Tip Feature: Fine
- Name of the juice wholesale on the label: Yes
- Display of PG / VG proportions in bulk on the label: Yes
- Wholesale nicotine dosage display on the label: Yes
Vapelier's note for packaging: 3.77 / 5 
Comments on the packaging
VDLV is a historical French manufacturer of liquids for electronic cigarettes since 2012. The brand manufactures its liquids in its own laboratory located in the South West, more precisely in Cestas.
The particularity of VDLV in the development of its recipes is that the entire manufacturing process is analyzed from A to Z from the flavors to the nicotine that VDLV produces itself in Gironde.
VDLV thus offers more than 100 flavors in its catalog among which we find the range “VICE” which includes eight juices with fruity and fresh flavors.
This collection of liquids is available in two variants, in the classic 10ml format with nicotine levels of 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 and 16 mg/ml and a 50ml version without nicotine. The latter being overdosed in aroma, it will be imperative to add the neutral base or a nicotine booster directly to the vial before using it. After adding a booster, the nicotine level will be 3 mg/ml. It is advisable not to add more than two boosters in order not to distort the flavors, this important information regarding the use of the product is clearly written on the label.
The base of the recipe is balanced and displays a PG/VG ratio of 50/50. The liquids in 10 ml format are displayed at a price of €5,90 while those in 50 ml are available from €19,90 and thus classify the Al K'Pomme among the entry-level liquids.
Legal, security, sanitary, and religious compliance
- Presence of child safety on the cap: Yes
- Presence of clear pictograms on the label: Yes
- Presence of relief marking for the visually impaired on the label: Not compulsory
- 100% of the juice compounds are indicated on the label: Yes
- Presence of alcohol: No
- Presence of distilled water: No
- Presence of essential oils: No
- Compliance HIDE: Do not know
- HALAL compliance: Do not know
- Indication of the name of the laboratory producing the juice: Yes
- Presence of the contacts necessary to reach a consumer service on the label: Yes
- Presence on the label of a batch number: Yes
Vapelier's note regarding the respect of various conformities (except religious): 5 / 5 
Comments on the security, legal, health and religious aspects
All the various data relating to the legal and safety compliances in force appear on the label of the bottle, nothing surprising in this when you have perfect control of the manufacture of the product with the analyzes of the various components during the entire manufacturing process!
The list of ingredients is displayed and also mentions the presence of certain components that can potentially be allergens, the data concerning the precautions for use and storage are well specified.
The liquids offered by VDLV have AFNOR certification anticipating future health requirements and a guarantee of transparency and safety with regard to the various manufacturing methods.
Appreciation of the packaging
- Do the graphic design of the label and the name of the product agree? Yes
- Global correspondence of the packaging with the product name: Yes
- The packaging effort made is in accordance with the price category: Yes
Vapelier's note regarding packaging with regard to juice category: 5 / 5
Comments on the packaging
The packaging of the juices in the V'ICE range is very well done. The flasks all feature a cartoon-style illustration of a polar bear, the range's mascot and at the same time recalling the fresh notes of the liquids, the visual of which changes according to the name of the juice.
Liquids have names or rather puns reminiscent of certain films, common expressions or famous characters, here for the Al K'Pomme I challenge you to find out who it is!
Special mention for the finish of the label. Indeed, this one has a remarkably well-made smooth finish, its touch is really very pleasant and reminds that of an “eraser”, the name of the range as well as the illustration are slightly raised, I love it !
As you will have understood, I particularly appreciate the care taken in finishing the packaging, congratulations for this work!
Sensory appreciations
- Is the color and the name of the product in agreement? Yes
- Do the smell and the name of the product agree? Yes
- Definition of odor: Fruity, Menthol, Sweet
- Definition of taste: Sweet, Fruit, Menthol, Light
- Are the taste and the name of the product in agreement? Yes
- Did I like this juice? Yes
Vapelier's note on the sensory experience: 5/5
Comments on the taste of the juice
Al K'Pomme is a fresh fruity with flavors of apple, mint and kiwi.
The aromatic scents of apple are the ones that I identify most easily when opening the bottle. I also guess the fresh notes of the composition but, at this stage of the discovery of the juice, they remain discreet.
The flavors of apple and kiwi have good aromatic power in the mouth, the taste rendering of the two fruits is realistic.
The apple is very sweet and juicy, its taste slightly acidulous and fragrant with subtle notes of banana reminiscent of the Golden. The flavors of the kiwi are also slightly acidic, the rendering of its green flesh is well transcribed, a brown kiwi type kiwi also very sweet.
The freshness is expressed from the start of the tasting. Without exaggeration, it comes naturally from the mint present in the preparation of the recipe. A delicate, very refreshing and fragrant peppermint reminiscent of the taste of certain chewing gum. These refreshing notes come to close the session by lasting a short moment at the end of the tasting.
Tasting recommendations
- Recommended power for optimal taste: 25 W
- Type of steam obtained at this power: Normal
- Type of hit obtained at this power: Light
- Atomizer used for the review: Aspire Nautilus 322
- Value of the resistance of the atomizer in question: 0.3 Ω
- Materials used with the atomizer: Cotton, Mesh
Comments and recommendations for an optimal tasting
Al K'Pomme being a fruity type juice, an average power of vape will be more adapted for its tasting. With its base displaying a PG/VG ratio of 50/50, most equipment will be perfect for its use, including pods.
The liquid is soft, a restricted draft seems ideal to me in order to bring out the fruity flavors of apple and kiwi which, with a more airy draft, become more diffuse.
Recommended Moments
- Recommended times of the day: Morning, All afternoon during everyone's activities, Early evening to relax with a drink, Late evening with or without herbal tea, The night for insomniacs
- Can this juice be recommended as an all-day vape: Yes
Overall average (excluding packaging) of the Vapelier for this juice: 4.59 / 5 
My mood ticket on this juice
The apple kiwi mix is clever because it combines two flavors with similar taste characteristics while providing a different result depending on the fruit. The two fruits merge perfectly in the mouth while remaining distinct from each other.
Al K'Pomme will easily satisfy fans of fruity juices with a punch while being soft, light and refreshing with the added bonus of really well-made packaging! What to end up in Alcatraz!
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