The vape juice market is ever expanding, and with so many different brands and flavours to choose from, you might find yourself a little bit spoilt for choice.
To help you choose which vape juice to try next, we’re taking a look at some of the best e-liquids for 2025.
What does the VG/PG ratio of a vape juice mean?
Vegetable glycerine (VG) and propylene glycol (PG) are the two base ingredients used to make vape juices, and they can be found in different ratios depending on the type of e-liquid.
50/50 e-liquids contain an equal amount of VG and PG, giving them a thin consistency which is best suited to starter vape kits and pod systems. 50/50 e-liquids are most commonly sold in 10ml bottles in a range of different nicotine strengths, making them the best option for new vapers.
High VG e-liquids on the other hand contain more VG than PG, and is a thicker liquid that is better suited to sub-ohm and advanced vape kits. High VG e-liquid is most commonly sold in short fill bottles, which are bottles larger than 10ml, and come with a nicotine-free formula. Nicotine can be added to the vape juice if needed, but high VG e-liquids work best at lower nicotine strengths.
What are nic salts?
Nic salts is short for nicotine salts, which describes the type of nicotine used in these e-liquids. The nicotine used in vape juice comes in two different forms, nicotine salts and freebase nicotine. Each type is extracted using a different method, giving them different characteristics.
Freebase nicotine was traditionally used in all e-liquids when vaping first hit the market, but over the last few years nic salts have become a more popular option. Freebase e-liquids are known for the throat hit that they offer, which becomes more pronounced the higher the nicotine strength, and can feel much too harsh for some vapers.
Whereas, nic salts do not offer much of a throat hit and are known for their smooth feeling inhale, no matter which nicotine strength is used. They also allow for faster nicotine absorption, which can satisfy cravings faster than freebase nicotine e-liquids.
If you want to read more about nic salt e-liquid check out our blog post ‘What are nic salts? A comprehensive guide to using salt nicotine’.
What are bar salts?
Bar salts are e-liquids that give you that distinctive intense flavour and smooth inhale associated with disposable vapes. They are made in the same way as nic salts, using benzoic acid to neutralise the alkalinity of the vape juice.
They aim to enhance some features of nic salts to replicate the disposable vape flavour experience, and are particularly popular with those transitioning from disposable vapes to a reusable vape kit. Nic salts, on the other hand, tend to appeal to a broader range of vapers.
Like standard nic salts, bar salts are absorbed into the blood stream in just a few puffs to satisfy cravings quickly. They also have a smooth feeling inhale with minimal throat hit, even at high nicotine strengths.
Where they differ, is the use of concentrated flavourings and sweeteners to offer an intense flavour experience. For example, Double Brew e-liquids have twice as much flavour concentrate as standard e-liquids. Bar salts also tend to be available in all of the most popular disposable vape flavours. You can find out more in our complete guide to bar salts.
Which vape juice should I use?
Which ratio vape juice you should use is mainly dictated by which type of vape kit you are using. If you are using a small device like a starter kit or refillable pod vape kit we recommend 50/50 or high PG e-liquids, as these have a thin formula which is easy for the coil to absorb. They also come in a wider range of nicotine strengths. However, if you are using a larger device like an advanced vape kit, you will need to use a high VG vape juice which has a thicker consistency, to avoid leaking or over absorption.
Whether you should use a nic salt or freebase nicotine vape juice is more down to your own personal preference, and which one feels most comfortable to you. You can find more information on choosing the best e-liquid for you in our blog post ‘How do I choose the right e-liquid?’
Best vape juice for new vapers
When you are new to vaping it is important that you are able to choose the exact nicotine strength and flavours that are best suited to your needs, to ensure that you can effectively manage your nicotine cravings and that you continue to pick up your vape in favour of returning to smoking.
An e-liquid range that we always recommend to new vapers is Ohm Brew 50/50. The formula of these vape liquids is perfect for use with a starter kit, and there are over 40 different flavours to choose from, from all different flavour categories. From traditional options like tobacco and menthol, to fruits and desserts, no matter what your flavour preference is there is bound to be a flavour that suits you.
The Ohm Brew 50/50 range is also available in a range of different nicotine strengths, allowing you to choose a 3mg, 6mg, 12mg, or 18 mg/ml strength. This means that you can choose the exact strength that best reflects your previous nicotine intake from smoking, giving you the best chance at successfully managing cravings and avoiding withdrawal symptoms.
Another great thing about the Ohm Brew 50/50 range is that many of the flavours are also available in the Ohm Brew Badass Blends and Badass XL ranges, which have a high VG formula and come in larger short fill bottles. This means that if you choose to transition to a more powerful vape kit that needs a different type of vape liquid, you can continue to use the flavours you love.
Best vape juice for MTL
Another great 50/50 range comes from Dinner Lady Fruit Full who offer an extensive range of vape juice flavours, including lemon & lime, blue raspberry, and apple peach.
These e-liquids are ideal for mouth-to-lung (MTL) vapers, as the nic salts are super smooth with barely any throat hit, so even if you need a high nicotine strength they feel incredibly comfortable to use.
Mouth-to-lung vaping is the style of vaping that most starter kits are used for, as it replicates the way in which you would smoke a cigarette. The formulation of this Dinner Lady range makes them a great option for use with these kits, and the range of 10 flavours incorporates all of the best vape juice flavours for beginners. You can also choose between a 10 mg/ml or 20 mg/ml nicotine strength to find which one best suits you.
Best vape juice for flavour
Double Brew Bar Series is a unique vape juice range that is perfect if you are looking for intense, full-on flavour. This is because they are made using twice as much flavour concentrate as standard e-liquids, so the flavour payoff is much higher than most other vape juice options.
The Double Brew range is comprised of 24 flavours inspired by all of the most popular disposable vapes, specialising in fruity flavours like blueberry sour raspberry, kiwi passionfruit guava, and pink lemonade.
Another unique thing about the Double Brew range is that there are two different bottle sizes to choose from; 10ml nic salts and 100ml short fills. Their 10ml nic salts are available in a choice of three nicotine strengths, 5mg, 10mg, or 20mg, while their 100ml short fills contain a nicotine-free e-liquid but leave enough room in the bottle for the addition of nicotine shots if needed. Both options have a 50/50 ratio, perfect for small vape kits, and have the same double concentrate formula for incredible flavour payoff.
Best bar salt vape juice
Bar salts, also referred to as bar juice, are e-liquids that are specifically formulated to replicate the taste and feel of using a disposable vape, making them a great option for those who have been using disposables and are now looking to transition to a reusable vape kit.
Pod Salt Nexus are still pretty new to the market, but they have proved to be a favourite among many vapers. The Pod Salt Nexus range are available in 10 of flavours, like blue razz cherry blast, strawberry watermelon kiwi, pineapple passion lime and mango strawberry peach, giving you plenty of options to choose from.
These vape juices are available in both 10 mg/ml and 20 mg/ml nicotine strength, so you find which a nicotine strength that best suits you.
Best vape juice for sub-ohm
If you are using sub-ohm vape kits or advanced vape mods you will need a high VG e-liquid, like the Badass Blends short fills. This is because these vape kits are more powerful with larger coils, and the higher vegetable glycerine content gives these e-liquids a thick consistency that is perfect for large vapour production.
Bottles of e-liquid larger than 10ml are sold without nicotine, and so the Strapped short fills contain 50ml of 70VG/30PG nicotine-free e-liquid. However, it comes in a 60ml bottle, which leaves room for the addition of one nicotine shots, if you would prefer to have a nicotine content. By adding one 18 mg/ml nic shots you would get 60ml of 3 mg/ml e-liquid, but this also gives you the option to keep the short fill at a zero nicotine if preferred.
The Badass Blends range includes flavour options, like tobacco ziggicig, strawberry chew, and salted caramel. The Badass Blends range is also available in 100ml of e-liquid, giving you space to add up to two nicotine shots.
If you want to find out more about the different vape juice options available, take a look at our handy e-liquids explained guide, or reach out to a member of our team either in your local Evapo store or through our online Customer Service Hub.
