Discover the Best Flavours of Crown Bar Vape: A Comprehensive Guide

Overview of Al Fakher Brand

Al Fakher started making shisha tobacco in 1999, and they didn't mess about. While other companies were cutting corners, they were sort of perfecting flavours. Twenty-five years later, walk into any decent shisha lounge anywhere in the world and you'll see Al Fakher products. That doesn't happen by accident.

The thing about shisha flavour development is it teaches you patience. You can't just throw some artificial strawberry flavouring in a mix and call it done. Proper shisha flavours have layers, they evolve as you smoke them, they balance sweet and tart and cool in ways that keep you coming back. I mean, honestly, no clue how they do it technically - just that it works.

That expertise translates directly to vaping. When Al Fakher say their Double Apple tastes like actual apples with aniseed undertones, they mean it. When other brands claim apple flavour, you get something that tastes like green apple sweets. Big difference.

They're expanding their vape range rapidly now, becoming a proper global force in prefilled pod vape kits . And honestly, about time someone with actual flavour credentials stepped up.

Al Fakher Crown Bar Features

Puff Count and Performance

The numbers are mental good with these devices. Crown Bar Pro Max 12K kit gives you 12,000 puffs per Crown Bar Prefilled Replacement pod, Mini 3K delivers 3,000. That's weeks of vaping from a single pod replacement, not days. Basically means you're not constantly running to the shops.

But here's what matters more than the numbers - the consistency. I've tested pods that claim big puff counts but taste burnt after 500 puffs. Nightmare. The Crown Bar pods use 1.0ohm mesh coils, and the flavour stays proper throughout. Puff 1 tastes the same as puff 11,000. That's engineering, not marketing fluff.

The Pro Max system is clever too - 2ml pod plus 8ml refill container. Means better e-liquid flow, no dry hits, consistent performance. The 900mAh battery will power through an entire 12K pod on one charge, which is sort of mental when you think about it. The Mini's 550mAh handles its 3K pods with juice to spare.

Both are designed specifically for MTL vaping. Proper throat hit with 20mg nic salts, satisfying without being harsh. Perfect draw resistance, not too tight, not too loose. You know, just right.

Design and Usability

These aren't budget devices trying to look premium. They actually are premium. The faux leather wrap feels proper quality, gives you a secure grip, looks smart. Ten colour options across both devices, all with that embossed Crown Bar logo. I mean, who doesn't want their vape to look decent?

USB-C charging on both, which - let's be real - should be the standard by now and gets the job done quickly without messing about. The pod replacement system is dead simple - pop the old one out, push the new one in, sorted.

Build quality is solid throughout. No creaking plastic, no loose connections, no cheap feeling components. These are devices built to last, not just until the next trend comes along. Honestly refreshing in a market full of throwaway nonsense.

Popular Flavours of Al Fakher Crown Bar

Fruity Flavors

This is where Al Fakher's heritage really shows. Their fruit flavours don't taste like fruit sweets, they taste like actual fruit. 

• Strawberry Kiwi balances sweet strawberry with tart kiwi perfectly - refreshing without being cloying. It's basically summer in a pod.
• Watermelon Cherry shouldn't work but absolutely does. Summer vibes with enough complexity to keep it interesting. 
• Triple Mango shows what happens when you take one fruit and layer different aspects of it - proper depth of flavour, not just sweet mush.
• Blue Razz Rush is their take on a modern classic, but done right. Sharp, tangy, satisfying without being artificial. These aren't flavours designed by committee, they're crafted by people who understand taste. You can tell the difference immediately.

Minty and Cooling Options

• Lemon & Lime with cooling is, sort of, perfection. Citrus bite with refreshing finish, not a menthol assault that makes your eyes water. 
• Pineapple Ice enhances rather than masks the pineapple - tropical without being overwhelmingly sweet.
• Fresh Mint is exactly what it says - clean, pure, palate-cleansing. Perfect between other flavours or as an all-day vape if you're a mint person. No complaints here.

Traditional Shisha-Inspired Choices

• Double Apple (used to be called Two Apple still is in the 30K Vape) is our absolute best seller at Ecigone, and for good reason. This isn't just apple flavour - it's apple with aniseed undertones, complex, sophisticated, instantly recognisable to anyone who's smoked proper shisha. Basically the gold standard.
• Gum Mint captures that fresh spearmint experience without being synthetic. These traditional flavours are what set Al Fakher apart - you literally can't get these profiles anywhere else in vaping. Trust me, I've looked.

Dessert and Complex Blends

• Sugar Rush delivers sweetness without being sickly, which is harder to get right than you'd think. 
• Fusion Pop combines elements that create something entirely new while maintaining that Al Fakher balance. These aren't afterthoughts, they're carefully developed flavours that work as all-day vapes.

Comparing Al Fakher Crown Bar with Other Prefilled Vapes

Price Point Analysis

Do the maths and the Crown Bar systems make sense. Pro Max device costs £15-£18, pods are £8-10 for 12,000 puffs. Once you've got the device, you're looking at less than a penny per 10 puffs. That's better value than anything else in the market, basically.

The Mini system is even more accessible - lower entry cost, 3,000 puffs per pod. Perfect for trying the Al Fakher experience without committing to the bigger system. Sort of like a trial run.

Compare that to other prefilled pods delivering 1,000-2,000 puffs for similar money, and there's no contest. Plus you're not binning batteries every few days, which is nice for the environment and your wallet.

Flavor Variety Comparison

Al Fakher focuses on quality over quantity, which is refreshing. Thirty-eight flavours, but each one is properly developed. Other brands offer hundreds of mediocre options. Al Fakher offers fewer excellent ones. I mean, what's the point of 200 flavours if half of them taste like cleaning products?

The difference is immediately obvious when you try them side by side. Where competitors give you artificial strawberries, Al Fakher gives you strawberries that actually taste like strawberries. Where others offer generic apple, Al Fakher gives you Double Apple with complexity you can't get anywhere else.

Build Quality and Reliability

Having tested countless devices, the Crown Bar build quality stands out immediately. Solid construction, premium materials, reliable performance. The mesh coils deliver consistent flavour throughout each pod's lifespan, which honestly is all you want from a vape.

No flooding, no dry hits, no inconsistent draw activation. These work properly from first puff to last. You know, like they should.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Separating batteries from pods makes environmental sense, doesn't it? Instead of binning a battery every few days, you're using the same one for months. The waste reduction compared to traditional disposables is significant.

Al Fakher uses recyclable materials where possible. While pods still need disposing of, the frequency is much lower than old-style disposables. Not perfect, but definitely better.

MTL Vaping Experience

Both Crown Bar devices are engineered specifically for MTL vaping. The 1.0ohm mesh coils provide perfect resistance for satisfying throat hit with 20mg nic salts. Airflow is calibrated for that cigarette-like draw, which is what most UK vapers actually want.

Unlike the Crown Bar 30K which is looser for RDL/DTL vapers, these are designed for people who want proper MTL experience. Satisfying vapour production without massive clouds, perfect for discreet vaping. Basically, you won't look like a fog machine.

User Experience and Real-World Performance

The puff counts are genuine - no marketing nonsense. Flavour consistency throughout each pod's lifespan is exceptional. Battery life handles the stated pod capacity easily, which is sort of what you'd expect but nice to confirm.

Draw consistency is spot on - every puff feels identical. No variation in vapour production or flavour intensity. These work reliably, day after day. Honestly, sometimes the simple things are the hardest to get right.

The Future of Prefilled Pod Systems in the UK

The disposable ban has pushed innovation forward, and the Crown Bar series shows where the industry's heading. Quality over quantity, proper engineering over quick fixes. About time, really.

Al Fakher's approach of perfecting fewer flavours rather than flooding the market with mediocre options will become the standard as the market matures. I mean, hopefully.

Tips for Getting the Most from Your Crown Bar

Store devices and pods at room temperature, to avoid extreme heat. Learned that one the hard way after leaving a pod in the car on a hot day. Charge regularly rather than running batteries flat - helps maintain battery health.

Have multiple pods ready for flavour switching. The replacement system is designed for easy swapping, so why not take advantage?

For travel, both devices are ideal - long battery life and high puff counts mean you're covered for extended trips. Trust me on this one.

Common Questions and Troubleshooting

Weak flavour usually means the pod's nearly finished - time for a replacement. If the device won't charge, check the USB-C connection and make sure the port's clean. Basic stuff, but worth checking.

Inconsistent draw activation typically means condensation in the mouthpiece - clean gently with a cotton swab. Happens to the best of us.

Both batteries are designed to last through multiple pod replacements under normal use. Sort of the whole point really.