Shortfill E-Liquid

Shortfill e-liquids are large bottles of nicotine-free vape juice that are intentionally underfilled to leave room for nicotine shots. For instance, a 60ml bottle typically contains 50ml of e-liquid, with 10ml of space for a nicotine shot, while a 120ml bottle might hold 100ml, leaving space for two shots. This design allows you to customize your nicotine strength, from 0mg for nicotine-free vaping to around 3-6mg for a balanced hit.

The rise of shortfills began in 2017 due to the Tobacco Products Directive (TPD), which limits nicotine-containing e-liquid bottles to 10ml in the UK and EU. By offering nicotine-free e-liquids in larger sizes, manufacturers provide a cost-effective solution without breaking regulations. Shortfills are often called “shake and vape” because you shake the bottle after adding nicotine to mix it thoroughly.

Using shortfill e-liquids is easy and allows you to tailor your vaping experience:

1. Select Your Shortfill: Choose a flavor and VG/PG ratio that suits your device (e.g., high VG for sub-ohm, 50/50 for pod kits).
2. Add Nicotine Shots: For a 50ml shortfill, add one 18mg nicotine shot to get 60ml of 3mg e-liquid. For a 100ml shortfill, add two 18mg shots for 120ml of 3mg e-liquid.
3. Shake Thoroughly: Secure the cap and shake the bottle for at least 30 seconds to mix the nicotine evenly.
4. Steep for Best Flavor: Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, or up to an hour for complex flavors, to enhance taste.
5. Fill and Vape: Pour the mixed e-liquid into your tank and enjoy!

Pro Tip: Match the VG/PG ratio of your nicotine shots to your shortfill (e.g., 70/30 nic shots for 70/30 shortfills) to maintain consistency.