Grape Raspberry Bar Series Gold Edition 100ml Shortfill E-Liquid

Overview

The Grape Raspberry Bar Series Gold Edition 100ml Shortfill E-Liquid by Bar Series in Grape Raspberry at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

What this Bar Series Gold Edition bottle is

Bar Series Gold Edition 100ml Shortfill E-Liquid Grape Raspberry is a flavoured vape liquid sold in a 100ml shortfill bottle at £11.99, with the strength listed at 0mg. In plain terms, you buy a large volume of fruit-flavoured liquid that contains no nicotine, then decide for yourself whether to add any. Plenty of adult vapers never add a thing and simply enjoy the flavour. Others pour in one or two separate nicotine shots to reach a light strength. Either way, the bottle arrives ready to use in a refillable tank or a refillable pod device.

The flavour is a grape and raspberry pairing, and our product data tags it with grape, raspberry and mixed berries. That is as far as the listing goes. The manufacturer has not published a recipe or an official tasting card for this bottle, so we would rather say so plainly than invent notes. What we can do is explain how this combination usually behaves in e-liquid, and the sections below do exactly that, alongside the practical arithmetic of price, volume and strength.

The Gold Edition label sets this bottle apart from the standard Bar Series shortfills, although the maker does not spell out what changes between the two, so we make no claims on that point. You can browse everything we stock from the same maker on our Bar Series brand page, which gathers the shortfills, nic salts and other formats in one place. If you are comparing sizes and styles across different brands, the shortfill e-liquids category lists every large bottle we sell.

This page is written for adults who already vape, or who are moving away from smoking and want a straightforward explanation of what they are buying. It covers the format, the flavour, the strength sums, the hardware that suits it, and the less glamorous topics of storage and troubleshooting. Every sale on this site is strictly 18+, and every bottle is genuine stock.

How a shortfill differs from nic salts and disposables

Hold a shortfill bottle up to the light and the first thing you notice is the empty headroom above the liquid. That space is deliberate. It leaves room for one or two nicotine shots to be poured in without the bottle overflowing, so you end up with a full-size mix that could not legally be sold ready-made with the nicotine already inside.

The reason is the way UK rules treat refill liquids. Bottles that contain nicotine are limited to 10ml and to a maximum strength of 20mg/ml, and refillable tanks are limited to 2ml. Nicotine-free liquid sits outside the bottle-size limit, so makers fill a large bottle with 0mg liquid and sell the nicotine separately as a 10ml shot. You combine them at home, which is why the product is called a shortfill: the bottle is deliberately short of full.

Compare that with the other formats on the site. A nicotine salt e-liquid arrives in a 10ml bottle with the nicotine already blended in, typically at higher strengths and designed for low-power devices and pod kits. A disposable vape is a sealed unit you use and throw away. A shortfill sits at the other end of the scale: a bigger bottle, a lower price per millilitre, and aimed squarely at refillable devices that you fill yourself.

A 0mg label simply means no nicotine has been added at the factory. It does not exempt the product from age rules, and it is not something to treat casually, because the liquid is still a vaping product for adults only.

The trade-off for the lower cost is effort. You need a refillable tank or pod, a few minutes to fill it, and a little patience with a bottle that has a narrow nozzle. In return you get more flavour for your money and full control over strength. If that sounds like too much hassle, the alternatives discussed later may suit you better. If it sounds appealing, a 100ml bottle is a sensible way to start.

What grape and raspberry should taste like

What does a grape and raspberry vape actually taste like? Our product data tags this bottle with grape, raspberry and mixed berries, and no official tasting notes have been published for the Gold Edition, so what follows describes how this pairing generally behaves in e-liquid rather than quoting a recipe.

Grape in vape liquid usually leans sweet and rounded. Think of a purple fruit sweet or a glass of dark juice rather than a freshly cut green grape. It supplies body and a smooth middle to the flavour. Raspberry does the opposite job. It adds brightness, a little tartness and a jammy edge that stops the sweetness from going flat. Put the two together and the usual result is a sweet, fruity liquid where the grape carries the weight and the raspberry lifts the finish.

On the inhale, expect the grape to arrive first. The raspberry tends to show more clearly on the exhale, where its tartness lingers briefly before fading. The mixed berries tag suggests there may be a rounder berry blend underneath, although without a label we cannot say which berries are involved. The name makes no mention of ice or menthol, so we would not expect a cooling sensation. If that matters to you, the bottle label is the final word.

Your device changes the picture. A higher-wattage sub-ohm tank tends to produce a fuller, warmer vapour and a more pronounced fruit character, while a low-power pod kit gives a cooler, more delicate version of the same flavour. Sweeteners in fruit liquids can also build up on a coil over time, so a profile that tastes vivid on the first day may soften towards the end of the bottle. Swapping the coil is usually enough to restore it, a point we return to in the troubleshooting section.

Finally, a word on expectations. Fruit liquids are a balancing act between sweetness and tartness, and two people can describe the same bottle quite differently. If you like blackcurrant sweets, ripe berry jam or grape soda, this pairing is probably in your territory. If you prefer dry, tobacco-style or minty profiles, it will feel too sweet.

Who this bottle suits, and who should look elsewhere

Some products try to suit every buyer. A 100ml shortfill is more specific than that, and it helps to be straight about who gets the most from it.

It suits adults who already use a refillable tank or pod kit and get through liquid steadily. If you vape every day, cost per millilitre matters, and a large bottle is where the saving sits. It also suits people who prefer to control their own nicotine level, whether that means none at all or a light mix built from shots, and people who enjoy fruit profiles more than tobacco or menthol.

It can be a reasonable step for adults switching from smoking who have outgrown disposables and want something cheaper to run, provided they are comfortable choosing a strength sensibly. A 0mg bottle on its own delivers no nicotine, while a mix that is too weak or too strong will feel wrong, so the strength section below is worth reading before you order.

Who should look elsewhere? If you do not own a refillable device, this is not the place to start. You cannot vape straight from a 100ml bottle, and it will not work in a sealed disposable or a closed pod that accepts only its own cartridges. If you want maximum convenience with no filling, measuring or coil changes, a disposable vape will feel simpler, even if it costs more over a month. If you want a high nicotine strength in a pocketable bottle, nic salts are built for that job instead.

Anyone who likes to rotate flavours should also think about quantity. A full 100ml of one profile is a commitment, and a flavour you tire of costs the same as one you love. Finally, a reminder that this is for adults only. Nobody under 18 should buy, handle or be given vaping products, nicotine-free or not.

The numbers: price, volume and cost per millilitre

Start with the figures we can state with confidence. The bottle holds 100ml of liquid, the price is £11.99 and the listed strength is 0mg. Divide one by the other and you arrive at roughly 12p per millilitre, or about £1.20 for every 10ml. Smaller 10ml bottles generally cost noticeably more per millilitre, and that gap is the whole appeal of buying in bulk.

Here is how that volume translates into real use. Consumption varies widely, so treat these as rough illustrations. Someone filling a 2ml tank once a day would take around fifty days to finish 100ml. Someone filling it four times a day, which is heavy use, would get through the bottle in roughly twelve days. Most people land somewhere in between, which means a bottle that lasts a few weeks for the average daily user.

Adding nicotine changes the sums slightly. Each 10ml shot adds volume and cost, and shots are sold separately, so the effective price per millilitre of your finished mix rises a little. With one shot the total comes to 110ml, and with two it comes to 120ml, assuming the bottle has the headroom for them. Even so, the mix usually still works out cheaper per millilitre than buying small bottles.

Value also depends on coil life. Fruit liquids with sweeteners can wear a coil faster than simple profiles, and a coil costs money, so a sensible budget includes a few spares. If you want variety without committing to another large bottle, our 5 for 10 e-liquids collection is worth a look.

There is also flavour fatigue to consider. A hundred millilitres is a lot of one taste, and if you tend to get bored quickly, the saving may not be worth it. Treat the maths here as a guide rather than a promise, because your own vaping pattern decides how far the bottle goes.

Choosing a nicotine strength with shots

Nicotine strength is the decision that catches most first-time shortfill buyers out, so it deserves its own section. The bottle is 0mg as supplied. Anything above that comes from the shots you add, and the final strength depends on two things: the strength printed on the shot, and how many shots you use.

Here are the usual results when adding standard 10ml shots to this 100ml bottle.

• No shot: 0mg/ml, exactly as supplied.
• One 10ml shot at 18mg/ml: about 1.6mg/ml in a 110ml mix.
• Two 10ml shots at 18mg/ml: 3mg/ml in a 120ml mix.
• One 10ml shot at 20mg/ml: about 1.8mg/ml in a 110ml mix.
• Two 10ml shots at 20mg/ml: about 3.3mg/ml in a 120ml mix.

These figures assume the shot and the shortfill are fully mixed and that your bottle can hold the extra volume. Always read the label on the shot you buy, as strengths and sizes vary, and check the headroom on the shortfill bottle before pouring.

Which level should you pick? As a general guide, lower strengths suit sub-ohm tanks, because those devices produce a large amount of vapour per puff and a high strength can feel harsh at the back of the throat. Mouth-to-lung tanks and low-power pod devices, which draw less liquid, are often paired with somewhat higher strengths. Neither rule is fixed, and personal preference decides. Start modestly and adjust from one bottle to the next rather than guessing high.

If you decide you would rather stay at zero nicotine, you have plenty of company, and our nicotine-free e-liquids collection has more flavours at 0mg. And if you want a higher strength in a ready-mixed small bottle, nic salts are the better route. Whatever you choose, shake the bottle well after adding shots so the nicotine spreads evenly through the liquid.

Adding shots and filling your tank, step by step

Mixing and filling take about five minutes once you know the routine. Wash and dry your hands first, put some kitchen roll under the bottle, and work somewhere with good light. If you are staying at 0mg, skip straight to the priming and filling steps.

• Check the headroom. Look at the shortfill bottle and the shot together. The shot should fit comfortably in the empty space with no spillage.
• Open the bottle. Remove the cap and, if the nozzle is removable, set it aside on a clean surface.
• Add the shot. Pour in the nicotine shot, or both shots for a stronger mix, and squeeze the last drops out of the shot bottle.
• Close and shake. Refit the nozzle and cap tightly, then shake firmly for about thirty seconds. Some vapers repeat this the next day.
• Prime a fresh coil. Drip a few drops of liquid directly onto the cotton through the coil openings, then fit the coil to the tank.
• Fill the tank. Fill to just below the maximum line, avoiding the central tube and keeping the airflow clear. Leave it to soak for five to ten minutes.
• Start gently. Take the first few puffs at the lower end of the coil's power range, then raise it if you want a warmer vapour.

A fresh coil from our coils range is worth fitting whenever you start a new flavour, because the taste of the previous liquid lingers in used cotton. Rinse and dry the tank thoroughly when you change flavours.

Four mistakes account for most early problems: overfilling, skipping the priming, pouring liquid down the central tube, and chain vaping on a brand new coil. Your tank's own instructions may describe a top-fill or bottom-fill method, so follow those where they differ from the steps above. Wipe the bottle tip after every use and close the cap firmly so nothing crusts around the nozzle.

Tanks, coils and kits that pair well

Not every device suits a shortfill, so check your hardware before you buy. The bottle is designed for refillable tanks and pods, and the best match depends on the style of the liquid and the style of the device.

Our listing does not state the VG and PG ratio for this bottle, so check the label when it arrives. As a rule, 100ml shortfills are made as thicker, higher-VG blends intended for sub-ohm tanks, whose low-resistance coils and wide wicking channels handle thick liquid comfortably. Thinner liquids pair better with mouth-to-lung coils, usually 1.0 ohm or higher, which draw more tightly and use less power. Putting a thick liquid in a tight coil can cause weak flavour or dry hits, so match the coil to the liquid rather than the other way round.

If you are starting from scratch, tank-based vape kits are the most direct match, as they bundle a battery with a refillable tank and usually a spare coil. For a smaller, simpler device, a refillable pod system works as well. Our refillable vape pods collection covers pods with a fill port that accepts liquid from a bottle like this one. Check that the bottle nozzle fits the port, because some narrow ports are fiddly with wider tips.

What does not work are disposables, prefilled pods and closed pod cartridges. These are sealed units without a fill port, and they cannot be topped up with a shortfill. Because refillable tanks are capped at 2ml in the UK, expect to refill regularly, which is why a steady, clean routine matters.

As you gain experience, a few upgrades are worth considering: a spare tank so you can run two flavours, a handful of spare coils, and a small dropper bottle for decanting when you are out and about. Whatever coil you choose, match the wattage to the range printed on it. Running a coil outside that range is the quickest way to ruin the flavour and shorten its life.

Storing the bottle and protecting the flavour

Heat, light and air are the three things that age e-liquid, and storage is mostly about keeping all three away from the bottle.

Keep the bottle in a cool, dark place such as a cupboard or drawer, upright, with the cap fully closed. Avoid windowsills, radiators, hot cars and bathroom shelves, where temperature swings can thin the liquid, dull the flavour or push it out through the nozzle. There is no need to refrigerate it, and cold liquid is thicker and slower to wick, so let it reach room temperature if it has been somewhere chilly.

Once you have added nicotine shots, the mix may darken over the following days or weeks. That is a normal reaction between nicotine and oxygen and mostly affects colour, but a heavily darkened liquid can taste a little sharper. Keeping the cap tight limits the effect. Check the best-before date printed on the bottle, and use older bottles first.

Safety matters too. Whether or not the bottle contains nicotine, keep it out of reach of children and pets at all times. A fruity smell and a colourful label can attract curiosity, and the liquid is not food or drink. If you decant into a smaller bottle for carrying, label it clearly with the flavour and the strength, and use a clean, purpose-made dropper bottle rather than a recycled container.

For travel, carry the bottle upright inside a sealed bag, and expect changes in air pressure to push a little liquid out of a part-empty bottle. Wipe the nozzle after every fill, as dried residue cakes up and leaves sticky fingers. When a bottle is finished, rinse and dispose of it responsibly, following local recycling guidance.

Strengths and weaknesses, stated plainly

Every product has trade-offs, and this one is no exception. Here is a balanced summary so you can weigh it up before ordering.

What works in its favour

• Low cost per millilitre: about 12p, for a generous volume of liquid.
• Strength under your control, from 0mg upwards using separate shots.
• Grape and raspberry is an easy, familiar fruit pairing that suits sweet-toothed vapers.
• Plenty of liquid, so fewer reorders and fewer delivery charges.
• Compatible with a wide range of refillable tanks and pods.

What counts against it

• It needs a refillable device, so it is no use in disposables or closed pods.
• Mixing and filling take effort, and the shots cost extra.
• A hundred millilitres is a lot of one flavour if you get bored easily.
• Sweetened fruit liquids can age coils faster than simpler profiles.
• Our listing has no published VG and PG ratio or official tasting notes, so check the bottle.
• It is bulky to carry compared with a pod or a disposable.

How should you weigh these up? If you have a refillable device and a regular routine, the advantages usually outweigh the drawbacks within a couple of bottles. If you vape only occasionally, or want a no-effort setup, the drawbacks grow quickly, and a smaller format or one of the other flavours in the Bar Series line may make more sense. Be honest about how you actually vape rather than how you imagine you will, and the right choice usually becomes obvious. It also helps to remember that a first bottle is a trial of the whole routine, not only the flavour, so judge the experience after a week of normal use rather than after the first tankful.

Troubleshooting leaks, dry hits and muted flavour

Most problems with shortfills come down to a handful of causes, and almost all of them can be fixed at home. These are the ones we hear about most often.

• Leaking tank. Usually caused by overfilling, a loose coil, a damaged seal or air pressure changes. Fill below the maximum line, check the coil is screwed in firmly and make sure the o-rings are seated. Leaks after a flight or a hot day are typically pressure related.
• Dry or burnt hits. Normally an unprimed coil, a tank that has run low, or too much power for the liquid. Prime the coil, keep the tank at least a third full and drop the wattage. A burnt taste on a coil that has been in use for weeks means it is time to replace it.
• Muted flavour. Could be a tired coil with sweetener build-up, or vaper's tongue after days on a single flavour. Swap the coil, then try something different for a day to reset your palate.
• Gurgling or spitting. Excess condensation in the airflow or an over-full tank. Clear the airflow channels gently with tissue and reduce the fill level.
• Harsh throat hit. The strength may be too high for your device. Make your next mix with a lower strength or a single shot.
• Bottle will not pour. Squeeze gently and steadily. If the tip is clogged, rinse the nozzle in warm water and dry it fully before refitting.

If you have worked through these and the liquid still tastes wrong, check the batch and best-before details on the label and consider whether the bottle has been stored somewhere hot. Fruit liquids are particularly sensitive to heat.

If a bottle arrives damaged or leaking, photograph it, keep the packaging and contact our team promptly, so we can sort it out quickly.

Delivery, age checks and returns

Ordering is simple. UK orders over £20 qualify for free delivery, and orders placed before 4pm are dispatched on the same day. Everything we sell is 100% genuine stock. A single bottle at £11.99 sits below the free delivery line, whereas two bottles come to £23.98 and clear it, so a second flavour in the basket is the efficient way to order.

Our shipping and delivery page has the full detail on carriers, cut-off times for weekends and bank holidays, and how returns are handled. Read it if you have a deadline or a question about sending something back, because the terms on that page take priority over any summary here. Our frequently asked questions page covers the wider ordering queries as well.

Age checks matter as much as delivery. Vaping products, nicotine-free liquids included, are for adults only, and you must be 18 or over to buy from us. We may ask you to verify your age before an order ships, and the process is explained on our age verification page. Orders can be delayed or cancelled if we cannot confirm that an adult is buying and receiving the parcel.

Before you check out, run through this short list.

• Check you have a refillable tank or pod that will actually take this liquid.
• Nicotine shots, coils and tanks are separate products, so make sure your basket includes everything your setup needs.
• Open the parcel promptly and check the bottle for leaks. If anything is damaged or incorrect, photograph it and keep the packaging.
• Store the bottle upright and keep it away from children and pets.

If a question is not answered on this page, ask us, and we will give you a direct answer rather than a sales line.