Bowden's Mate E-Liquid by Five Pawns

By Mr R from Scotland

It's ok. (03 October 2024)

Reminds me of a liquid I used to buy from liberty flights back in the day. It's ok though I'm glad I only bought the 10ml as it's not for me. It's got a chocolate a mint & I get some cigar or tobacco notes as well.

By Caz from Brighton

Five pawns (11 July 2023)

As mentioned in other reviews, an accurate depiction of an after eight mint. Not sickly, well balanced. A delicious dessert vape I could use all day. Five pawns really has proven itself to be top shelf premium liquids. Highly recommend

By Raiz from Leeds

Good (08 June 2023)

Nice flavours but a little too heavy on the mint for me.

By Jesta from Mid Wales

What happened? (24 April 2023)

This used to be one of my top 5 juices, but for some reason it seems to have gone downhill. When it was sold in the 30ml glass bottles it was absolutely delicious. Really creamy and minty with a dash of chocolate. Since the regulations came in and they switched to plastic bottles it's really taken a turn for the worst. I don't know if they've changed the recipe, or the plastic has changed the taste, but it tastes almost bitter to me now. I've tried a few of the 10ml bottles now incase it was a bad batch, but they all tasted the same. Maybe they have dropped their quality ingredients as well as their price as it used to be more expensive.

By Steffi from Surrey

After Eight in liquid form (20 April 2023)

As others have said, that’s exactly what it tastes like. A lovely dessert flavour and after a few years I’m back to this quality range that Vape Club stock. Flavour really comes out on my Innokin Endura 0.9 mesh coil although unfortunate leakage at the beginning which sometimes happens with new coils and tanks:(

By Mickeyblueeyes from Uk

Bowdens mate nom nom (02 October 2022)

Love this after eights but better, possibly my favourite vape juice! Expensive yes tasty yes worth it yes!

When it’s treat time bowdens mate is the the juice! Too expensive for a regular daily vape but always have a bottle around to treat myself!!

By Melanie from UK

Taste the quality (08 August 2022)

Lovely juice. I baulked at first to get it due to the price but it's worth every penny. Nice rich flavour with great depth, nothing artificial tasting. Have just ordered another bottle and will try the shortfill soon.

By Gingerguy85 from Shetland

Nice (28 April 2022)

Definitely taste the chocolate and the mint (win win) didn't pick up in the vanilla much. But as a treat in the evenings it's well worth the money

By Se7eN from Uk

Not nice (27 October 2020)

I don't really do juice reviews, but at this price I felt a strong need to.
This juice is revolting, I have tried it in several different tanks and each of them report back the same.
This juice tastes like mint and a very nasty horrible mint at that, no dark chocolate, no vanilla, I do get an cooling sensation on exhale, but that's it!
I've had better vapes from the market than this.
Its disgusting..in flavour and price.

By RSH from UK

An absolute decadent treat! (17 December 2019)

Rich dark chocolate mixed with French vanilla and perfectly balanced with peppermint, to make a thoroughly decadent treat well worth the price, and one of my absolute favourites.

By Joshkrz from Leeds

Quality E-Liquid (25 September 2019)

Really nice balenced flavour. The mint is the primary flavour here with hints of chocolate / caramel but nothing is overpowering. It's pretty expensive but the quality of the liquid is evident.

By RachelH from Yorkshire

Delicious ADV (31 August 2019)

This juice has really become one of my favourite ADVs! Absolutely chocolatey minty treat with strong vanilla notes. It's really strong but smooth flavour wise, but anyone who likes minty juices should love this.

By FiveThou from Leics.

A Standard (01 June 2019)

This is an excellent adv. A great balance of indulgent and refreshing. It's very satisfying, and never gets old.
Didn't think much of it at first, but it quickly grew on me. It's become my standard go-to for menthol/mint juices.

By Rachel from Leeds

Rich Mint Choc Heaven (23 May 2019)

A strong mint flavour mixed with dark chocolate and some hints of vanilla and a mild sugary aftertaste. If you like dark chocolate with strong mint flavour you will love this.

By Big Daddy from Oxford

A bit overpowering! (15 February 2019)

After reading some of the 5 star reviews I thought I would give this flavour a go. I love choc mint so was excited to receive this vape. On inhale it has a strong mint flavour with a hint of chocolate on exhale. I personally can’t tast the vanilla but that’s only my opinion. I have found the mint is a bit overpowering and takes over from the chocolate exhale. It would be nice if it was more balanced. I think it’s more suited for vapers that like mint flavours. However, don’t get me wrong the chocolate is there, it’s smooth and authentic to taste just overpowered by the mint! I can’t vape this all day as it becomes a bit sickly for me but it’s ok for a change up! I think it will just come down to personal taste. Comes in lovely packaging but a bit overpriced. I think it comes down to personal preference. Authentic flavours just overpowered by the mint!

By Gman from London

Overwhelming mint (13 November 2018)

On Lower temperatures around 14 you can taste a bit of vanilla and sometimes on Excel you can taste a bit of chocolate but overall it is a mint orientated flavour. Personally I didn't like it too much but I think it's more than two personal preference, I like more of a balance. The product itself is solid in quality strong flavour and comes in one of the best packaging I have seen in a 10 ml bottle.
For me this is not an all day vape but it is quite refreshing and I might use it to mix with other flavours. If you like Strong Mints I would recommend this. It Does have a slight mint chocolate ice cream feel to it

By JoJoeBat from Carmarthenshire

Great (05 June 2018)

One of my favourites. Smooth on the inhale with a nice minty kick to finish. Love this juice .

By Marta from España

Suave pero bueno (18 May 2018)

Buscaba un líquido que supiera parecido a los bombones after eight, pues sí, pero suave, demasiado suave. No destaca la menta ni el chocolate, están equilibrados. Lo bueno es que puedes vapear todo el día que no empalaga. Pero quien busque un sabor mas dulce y fuerte, este, para mí, no lo es. Seguiré buscando, probaré uno que es edición especial de Navidad, igual se acerca más al after eight.

By Toby from Bristol

A nice change (23 March 2018)

I tend to stick to menthol berry flavours but have this a shot. The chocolate isn’t overpowering but it’s definitely there. There is a nice menthol hit with a hint of vanilla at the end. Pretty sure I’d get bored of it for an adv but nice for a change up.

By Graeme4635 from Scotland

Bland and overpriced. (17 March 2018)

Usually a big fan of the Five Pawns range, especially Gambit and Black Flag. Had big expectations when ordering Bowdens Mate, but was left somewhat underwhelmed.
The mint flavour is definitely there but it is lacking a chocolate taste on the exhale. In summary it is just too bland to warrant the premium price tag that goes with it.
Don't get me wrong, it definitely "vape-able" but there are plenty other mild mint flavours out there that will do the job at a fraction of the cost.
Decidedly average.