kick
1. a habit or tendency

2. to break or cease said habit or tendency

3. a noticeable effect 
1. "I've been on this stogie kick ever since I discovered scotch whiskey!"

2. "Kicking the smoking habit would be a lot easier if it wasn't for these damn nic fits!" 

3. "I gotta say...these jalapeno-covered tabasco-doused enchiladas sure have a kick to them!"