(A deep dive into flavour, personality, and ancient science)
We live in a world of chaos, where 99% of reality can’t yet be measured or tracked. Yet the 1% we can measure, changes everything. From that small slice of understanding, we’ve built civilizations, created meaning, and shaped how we see the world. So today, we’re taking that same approach, this time, looking at what your vape flavour says about you.
The Science Behind It
Throughout history, the greatest thinkers were obsessed with measurement and meaning.
Eratosthenes, a Greek mathematician and astronomer, famously measured the Earth’s circumference just by studying shadows between Alexandria and Syene.
Callippus calculated the lengths of the seasons and created the Callippic cycle to sync the sun, moon, and calendar.
And Vitruvius, a Roman architect, tied the proportions of the human body to architecture, claiming that if you could “measure the man,” you could “measure the cosmos.”
These minds proved that almost anything can be measured and from measurement, meaning follows. So let’s apply that same curiosity to something a little more modern: your vape flavour.
What Inspired This Post
Every human carries a story written in their DNA — shaped by the region they came from, the foods they ate, the weather they lived in, and the cultures that raised them. Our genetics are memory wrapped in flesh, each craving and preference tied to where we originated.
So if every desire is a thread that connects to our past, why not follow that thread to see what it reveals about us? In this post, we explore how the flavours you enjoy in your vape, disposable, or device can say something deeper about your nature and personality.
What Science Actually Finds
Sweet flavours:
People who enjoy sweet or fruity vapes are often warm, sociable, and generous. Studies show that those with a sweet tooth tend to be more agreeable and enjoy sharing positive experiences, the “good energy” family/friends who lift others up.
Spicy seekers:
While spice doesn’t exist in vapes (yet), research on spicy food lovers shows they’re risk-takers who crave novelty and excitement. These are your adventurous vapers, the first to try new flavours, new devices, and the latest disposable drops.
Sour lovers:
Sour-taste fans are open-minded and exploratory. They’re quiet observers who love discovering new experiences and aren’t afraid of a little change or a bold lemon flavour.
Bitter preference (tobacco vapers):
Tobacco fans tend to be more grounded, disciplined, and focused. They prefer routine over chaos and usually appreciate craft and authenticity. Their choice of flavour reflects reliability and calm under pressure.
Menthol & Ice:
Those who reach for menthol or “ice” vapes often crave control and comfort. These flavours trigger something called trigeminal analgesia, a cooling and numbing effect that relaxes the nerves and makes each puff smoother. Ice lovers are often calm, composed, and prefer clean, refreshing sensations, the ones who keep their cool when others don’t.
Stereotypical Demographics:
Younger vapers tend to lean toward bright, sweet, and fruit-heavy flavours, while older users usually prefer tobacco, menthol, or light fruit blends that feel smooth and balanced.
The Four Greek Temperaments (Reimagined Through Flavour)
Ancient Greek physicians like Hippocrates and Galen believed personality was shaped by four temperaments: Sanguine, Choleric, Melancholic, and Phlegmatic, each tied to “hot/cold” and “dry/moist” qualities. Here’s how you’re vape flavour might align with theirs:
1. Tobacco — Melancholic (cool, dry)
Vibe: Traditional, precise, steady. You value control and consistency more than chaos.
Science: Tobacco flavours are often chosen by older vapers and “switchers.” That earthy bitterness signals reliability, ritual, and focus.
2. Menthol / Ice — Phlegmatic (cool, moist)
Vibe: Calm, thoughtful, balanced. You bring solutions instead of problems.
Science: Menthol blunts harshness and creates a clean, cooling mouthfeel. People drawn to these vapes enjoy clarity, clean spaces, and sensory balance.
3. Citrus & Sour — Choleric (hot, dry)
Vibe: Driven, adventurous, decisive. You thrive on energy and movement.
Science: Sour lovers tend to be open to new experiences, they travel, explore, and chase excitement, just like they chase that sharp lemon hit.
4. Berries & Candies — Sanguine (hot, moist)
Vibe: Social, enthusiastic, and people oriented.
Science: Sweet flavours align with social, friendly personalities who love connection and conversation, online or in person.
5. Stone Fruit (Peach, Mango) — Between Sanguine & Melancholic
Vibe: Aesthetic and thoughtful. You notice detail and crave beauty.
Science: Sweet but balanced, these flavours attract perfectionists who enjoy music, design, and good vibes in equal measure.
6. Watermelon (and Watermelon Ice) — Between Phlegmatic & Sanguine
Vibe: Easy-going, friendly, and dependable.
Science: Refreshing, watery flavours like watermelon give a cooling sense of calm. Add ice, and you’ve got focus and composure, the “crisis manager in flip-flops.”
7. Dark Notes (Tobacco-Coffee-Cocoa blends) — Between Melancholic & Choleric
Vibe: Intense, analytical, witty, and bold.
Science: Bitter flavours have been loosely tied to more serious or introspective personalities. Better seen as a taste for complexity, the espresso drinkers of the vape world.
In Conclusion
Take all of this with a pinch of salt or maybe a handful. This post isn’t about defining anyone, it’s about connecting history, science, and the art of vaping in a way that gives meaning to the little choices we make every day.
So next time you’re picking a vape flavour or disposable, think about what it might reveal about you.
Maybe you’ll see a bit of yourself in Eratosthenes’ curiosity, Vitruvius’ precision, or Hippocrates’ balance of body and mind.
Or maybe, it just means you really like peach.
Either way, that’s worth measuring.
