I remember the pre-shortfill days. Eight little bottles rattling around in my backpack, endless plastic waste, all that FIDDLING AROUND. Maddening. But it’s 2025, folks, and there are shortfills for MTL and DTL vapers alike these days!
With a focus on acquiring some excellent new juices, we’d like to highlight some of the best shortfill e-liquid options currently available. Whether you want a thick, moist cake taste for big cloud chasing or wish to have an extensive reservoir of fruity zest for your MTL kit, there are great choices here for you!
The Best Shortfill Vape Juice Overall Is the Bombo Platinum Tobaccos Nutty Supra Reserve
Nutty Supra Reserve is one of the best tobacco vape juices I’ve ever tried, and I’ve tried hundreds of them. Its smooth, silky profile, with a gently toasted, smoky flavour, wafts across the tongue so pleasantly, and the addition of a nutty flavour adds an indulgent yet layered touch of creaminess to the taste.
The best shortfill vape juices are:
- Bombo Platinum Tobacco Nutty Supra Reserve
- Just Juice Bar Saltfill Kiwi Cooler
- The Lancashire Ice Creamery Mint Choc Chip
- Just Juice Black Mint
- Bombo Remaster Crema Santa
- Supergood Fruit Lemon Lime & Orange
- Future Juice Butterscotch Custard
- Frugi Raspberry
Just Juice Bar Saltfill Kiwi Cooler
Delivers the intense, icy rush of a disposable vape in a more economical shortfill format.
Why We Recommend It
- Perfectly captures the sweet and sour notes of fresh kiwi and zesty lime.
- The high level of iciness provides a sharp, refreshing throat hit on every puff.
- “Saltfill” extra sweeteners provide a disposable-style flavour intensity that’s great for ex-smokers.
Maybe I’m crazy or synesthetic, but to me, the colour green tastes refreshing. And I can’t be that insane because Just Juice clearly agree with me, just look at Kiwi Cooler from their Bar Saltfill range!
Sweet kiwi fruit and tart, zesty limes are blended with a strong dose of ice, resulting in a profile that, in my experience, reaches every part of your palate with frosty, viridian tendrils of sweetness, sourness, and refreshment.
Pros
- Incredibly refreshing and crisp flavour profile.
- A potent flavour is satisfying for those transitioning off disposables.
- Balanced sweet and sour notes prevent flavour fatigue.
Cons
- The ice level may be too intense for some vapers.
- A smaller 40ml bottle means less liquid for your money if you’re not using nicotine.
The Lancashire Ice Creamery Mint Choc Chip
An authentic recreation of the classic ice cream flavour, balancing cool mint and decadent chocolate perfectly.
Why We Recommend It
- It masterfully combines sharp peppermint with a creamy, indulgent base.
- The rich chocolate chip notes are distinct and don’t have an artificial taste.
- A fantastic all-day dessert vape that isn’t overwhelmingly sweet.
I’ve always been a bit iffy on mint. A bit herbal, no? Quite botanical. Hrmph. Not for me. UNLESS IT’S ICE CREAM, OF COURSE. Because, as any reasonable and tasteful person knows, mint choc chip is the best ice cream flavour in the entire world.
And those angels at The Lancashire (Ice) Creamery have achieved a perfect recreation of it for our vape tanks. Searing and sharp peppermint menthol with an extra touch of coolness, blended with a rich cream and chocolate blend to achieve that unmistakable dessert taste.
Pros
- Authentic and nostalgic dessert taste.
- Excellent vapour production from its high-VG blend.
- The cooling mint is refreshing without being overpowering.
Cons
- Dessert flavours can be subjective for some palates.
- It may be a coil-killer due to its sweetness.
Just Juice Black Mint
A no-nonsense, powerfully cold and pure mint flavour for those who crave an intense icy blast.
Why We Recommend It
- It offers a pure and unadulterated mint flavour without any distractions.
- The triple-menthol blend provides a mighty and refreshing kick.
- Ideal for cleansing the palate or for menthol purists.
But this is an altogether different kind of mint from the one featured above. Black Mint from Just Juice’s new mint line of shortfills is a mighty blast of pure tundra frost, with no distracting additional flavours.
Admittedly, those who like a bit of menthol with their fruit flavours will likely find this too intense to handle. But if the only thing that feels right to you is an icy cool blast with every puff, this is the minty e-liquid for you.
Pros
- Intensely strong and satisfying for menthol lovers.
- Clean and crisp flavour with no artificial aftertaste.
- Excellent for mixing with other juices to add an icy kick.
Cons
- Far too intense for vapers who prefer mild menthol flavours.
- The single-note profile may be lacking in complexity for some.
Bombo Platinum Tobacco Nutty Supra Reserve
A sophisticated, layered and deeply satisfying tobacco blend that feels like a genuine luxury.
Why We Recommend It
- Its elegant, toasted tobacco base is smooth and completely authentic.
- The addition of nuts and caramel provides a unique and indulgent depth.
- This is a premium-tasting e-liquid that justifies its position as our winner.
I don’t want to beat around the bush here: Bombo’s Nutty Supra Reserve, part of their Platinum Tobaccos range, is one of the best tobacco vape flavours I’ve ever tasted. The tobacco taste is velvety, toasted and fresh, with no musk or oppressively earthy tones.
The addition of nuts lends a decadent, luxurious quality to the blend, which works so well that I’m amazed I hadn’t encountered it before. I appreciate that tobacco may not be everyone’s favourite flavour, but it’s certainly mine, and I feel this is the best shortfill around right now.
Pros
- Complex, rich and satisfying flavour profile.
- Tastes like a very high-quality, premium product.
- A perfect all-day vape for tobacco connoisseurs.
Cons
- The flavour profile may be too complex for new vapers.
- Tobacco blends are not to everyone’s taste.
Bombo Remaster Crema Santa
A wildly ambitious and complex dessert blend that somehow pulls it off, delivering a symphony of sweet flavour.
Why We Recommend It
- It successfully layers multiple distinct dessert notes without becoming muddled.
- An incredibly indulgent and satisfying vape for any sweet tooth.
- The high-quality flavourings prevent it from tasting artificial or cloying.
Another offering from Bombo, but this is a far sight sweeter than the Nutty Supra Reserve. Crema Santa from Bombo’s Remaster line is a cacophony of indulgent pudding tastes that SHOULDN’T work but somehow manages to!
You would think that flavours like coconut, chocolate, cream, nuts and cake would turn into a confusing mess, but somehow Bombo keep all the flavours distinct and detectable. I’m not sure how those Iberian brujas managed it, but they really, truly did.
Pros
- Highly complex and multi-layered dessert vape.
- A true treat for anyone who loves rich pudding flavours.
- Surprisingly well-balanced despite the number of elements.
Cons
- It can be overwhelmingly sweet for some vapers.
- The complexity might not be suitable for an all-day vape.
Supergood Fruit Lemon Lime & Orange
This zesty citrus medley is elevated by the sweet inclusion of orange, making for a unique and refreshing vape.
Why We Recommend It
- The 50/50 VG/PG ratio makes it perfect for MTL vape kits.
- A bright and punchy citrus flavour that is both sweet and sour.
- A gentle hint of ice on the exhale keeps it fresh and clean.
Some fruity fun for the MTL crowd now with Supergood Fruit’s 50/50 Lemon Lime & Orange shortfill! I’ve mentioned a few times that I feel orange is often overlooked when people create citrus blends, and it seems like Supergood felt the same way I did!
The resulting flavour combo is zesty and memorable, with the tart lemons and sour limes clashing delightfully against the sweet, juicy orange flavour. Then there’s a final note of gentle ice to prevent any sugary building on your tongue. A creative yet straightforward citrus project!
Pros
- Excellent choice for lower-powered MTL devices.
- Unique citrus blend that stands out from the crowd.
- Light and refreshing enough for all-day vaping.
Cons
- Not suitable for high-wattage, sub-ohm vaping.
- Citrus flavours can be harsh on plastic tanks over time.
Future Juice Butterscotch Custard
A rich, warm, and comforting dessert flavour that’s like a warm hug for your vape tank.
Why We Recommend It
- It delivers a thick, velvety and authentic custard taste.
- The fiery brown butterscotch adds a perfect layer of rich sweetness.
- Produces dense, flavourful clouds thanks to its high-VG formula.
Now, fruits are all well and good, but I know you sub-ohmers, I know what you’re like. You like desserts, don’t you? Yeah, you do, and Future Juice’s Butterscotch Custard 100ml is a magnificent pudding puff option.
Thick and sumptuous egg custard, flavoured with Madagascar vanilla spices, and then blended with a rich and fiery brown butterscotch sauce. For those who felt Crema Santa sounded nice but a bit too much, Butterscotch Custard is the perfect sweet compromise.
Pros
- Vibrant and satisfying flavour.
- Perfect for cloud-chasers using sub-ohm kits.
- A classic, comforting dessert flavour that never gets old.
Cons
- Very sweet, which may not suit all palates.
- Likely to reduce coil lifespan more quickly than fruit flavours.
Frugi Raspberry
A fantastic option for PG-intolerant vapers, offering a pure fruit taste in a 100% VG formula.
Why We Recommend It
- Its 100% VG blend is perfect for those with a PG sensitivity.
- The single-note raspberry flavour is juicy, sweet, and authentic.
- Makes vaping more accessible to a broader audience.
Frugi is a significant range of e-liquids, as it enables an entire audience to enjoy vaping in a way they couldn’t before. Produced by a founder whose PG intolerance made vaping difficult, the 100% VG contents of Frugi vape juices make them perfect for those who find regular e-liquid too irritating.
Admittedly, this will require a sub-ohm kit (100% VG is thick like treacle) and the flavour is a little muted (PG is the usual flavour carrier). However, Frugi used what they had available to produce some really memorable fruity flavours, such as Raspberry. And I’ll always salute any effort to make vapes more accessible!
Pros
- Enables people with a PG intolerance to vape comfortably.
- Produces impressively large and dense vapour clouds.
- A clean and straightforward single-fruit flavour.
Cons
- Only compatible with powerful sub-ohm vape kits.
- Flavour is noticeably more muted compared to PG blends.
FAQ
Are Shortfill E-Liquids Cheaper?
Yes, shortfill e-liquids tend to be cheaper, as larger quantities of e-liquids often have greater value than smaller, 10ml bottles. If you’re wondering about the financial difference between smoking and shortfill vape liquids, I can tell you right now that vaping is cheaper than smoking by far.
Do I need to add nic shots?
By no means! If you like to vape for flavour alone, then feel free to eschew nic shots and vape at 0%. Most of the time, adding nicotine shots to the shortfill e-liquids will result in 3mg, but some shortfill e-liquids like the Sweet Thief and MIST MTL Shortfills range will offer space for more shots, resulting in stronger nic strengths.
Why Do Shortfill E-Liquids Have No Nicotine?
Shortfill e-liquids are a handy workaround for the government’s Tobacco Products Directive, which stipulates that an e-liquid cannot contain nicotine if the bottle is over 10ml in size. You can legally add nicotine shots to the shortfill e-liquids after the point of sale. We have more info in our helpful guide to shortfills.
Do Shortfill E-Liquids Have More Flavour?
Shortfill e-liquids are certainly bigger than 10ml vape juices. However, that doesn’t result in them having more flavour. The degree of flavour held within the bottle is down to the manufacturer. If you’re looking for super strong flavours in shortfill e-liquids, then consider some juices from the Nasty Modmate range, which are flavoured with additional sweeteners in the Malaysian style, similar to disposable vape flavours.
Need More Help?
This list has helped you find your next all-day shortfill vape juice! The shortfill selection is vast and varied these days, but these picks represent some of the very best shortfill e-liquids you can get your hands on today.
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