Shortfill E‑Liquids Explained
Shortfill e‑liquids are a popular choice for vapers who want flexibility, flavour, and compatibility with modern refillable vape kits. We stock a wide range of quality shortfill brands in both 70/30 and 50/50 VG/PG ratios.
What Are Shortfill E‑Liquids?
Shortfills are typically 100ml bottles of nicotine‑free e‑liquid that are intentionally underfilled — usually to around 80ml — leaving space for the optional addition of nicotine shots.
This format was introduced following TPD regulations, which limit nicotine‑containing e‑liquid bottles to 10ml.
VG/PG Ratios and Device Compatibility
70/30 Shortfills
For Lower‑Resistance Vape Kits
70/30 VG/PG shortfills contain a higher proportion of vegetable glycerine (VG), delivering a smoother inhale and increased vapour production.
- Sub‑ohm vape kits
- Higher‑power devices
- Direct‑to‑lung (DTL) vaping styles
Typical resistance: 0.15Ω – 0.4Ω
50/50 Shortfills
Ideal for Pod Kits
50/50 VG/PG shortfills offer a balanced blend that prioritises flavour clarity with lighter vapour output.
- Pod kits
- Mouth‑to‑lung (MTL) devices
- Lower‑wattage vape kits
Typical resistance: 0.4Ω – 1.2Ω
Choosing the Right VG/PG Ratio
Higher VG (70/30) works best in lower‑resistance, higher‑power kits, while 50/50 blends are better suited to pod kits and higher‑resistance coils.