The Flavor Apprentice (TFA) is a leading producer of water-soluble flavourings.
RY4 Asian refines the classic RY4: soft caramel/toffee and vanilla over mild leafy tobacco with a discreet spice and light smoky/roasted nuance. Ideal as a dessert-tobacco base, in caramel/praline builds or as a deep accent to coffee and chocolate. Use: Concentrate that must be diluted. TFA flavours are water-soluble and PG-carried; some may contain traces of ethanol. Note: We purchase in bulk and re-bottle into smaller bottles (not the original packaging).
Tips & accessories
Contents
- 1 × TFA RY4 Asian concentrate (20 ml / 50 ml / 100 ml / 250 ml / 500 ml)
Features
- Type: Food-grade flavour concentrate (water-soluble)
- Carrier: Propylene Glycol (PG)
- Profile: caramel/toffee, vanilla, mild tobacco, subtle spice & light smokiness
- Role: dessert-tobacco base/binder; sweet depth for coffee, cocoa and nuts
- Packaging: Re-bottled by us (not original)
Tasting notes
- Top: soft vanilla and caramelised sweetness
- Middle: smooth leafy tobacco with round toffee
- Base: gentle smoke/roast, warm spice and caramel warmth
Tips for this flavour
- Dosing start: 2–4% standalone; 0.5–2.5% as an accent. Higher % can feel overly sweet/spiced.
- Dessert-tobacco build: layer with Vanilla Swirl, Sweet Cream and a touch of Brown Sugar.
- Caramel & nuts: add Caramel Original/Butterscotch plus hazelnut/almond.
- Coffee/cocoa: pair with espresso and Cocoa Rounds for praline/mocha depth.
- Toasty edge: 0.05–0.15% Acetyl Pyrazine for roasted/nutty nuance—use sparingly.
- Steeping: 7–14 days—tobacco, caramel and vanilla meld and any sharpness softens.
Ingredients
Flavouring substances, Propylene Glycol (PG). May contain traces of ethanol/water.
Allergy & warnings
- Contains PG—do not use undiluted.
- Overuse may become soapy/spiced or overly sweet—stay within range.
- Store cool/dark and tightly closed. Keep away from children and pets.
Mixing ratios (starting points)
- E-liquid single: 2–5%
- As an accent: 0.5–2.5%
- Steeping: 7–14 days
FAQ
How is RY4 Asian different from classic RY4?
A touch more spice/roast with smooth caramel and light smokiness.
Is it sweet?
Moderately—caramel/vanilla lead. Tone down with more tobacco or sweeten with Sweetener if needed.
Good with fruit?
Yes—apple/pear, dark berries and a hint of citrus work well.
Can it get too spicy?
At high %; reduce, add cream and allow a week’s rest.
PG-carried and re-bottled?
Yes—PG-carried concentrate that must be diluted; we purchase in bulk and re-bottle.
Manufacturer info?
The Flavor Apprentice – official website
