Banana Ice (New) Double Brew Nic Salts 10ml 20mg

Overview

The Banana Ice (New) Double Brew Nic Salts 10ml 20mg by Double in Banana Ice (New) at 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Double Brew Banana Ice 10ml Nic Salt: Overview

Double Brew Nic Salts Banana Ice (New) is a 10ml bottle of nicotine salt e-liquid at 20mg/ml, which works out at 2% nicotine by volume. The flavour is ripe banana with a menthol cooling finish, built for people who want a smooth, fruit-led vape with a clean chill on the exhale rather than a sharp, throat-scratching mint. The (New) tag in the product name refers to the current batch and packaging, so if you have vaped an earlier Double Brew Banana Ice, expect the same flavour idea in refreshed form. As with any e-liquid range, tiny batch-to-batch variation is normal, and we point out what to look for further down this page.

Nic salts behave differently from the freebase e-liquid that many vapers started on. The nicotine is bound to an organic acid, which lets the liquid deliver a higher strength without the harsh, scratchy throat hit you would get from the same amount of freebase nicotine. That makes a 20mg nic salt a sensible match for the small, low-wattage pod kits and refillable pen-style devices that dominate the UK market today. It is also why this bottle suits former smokers who want a nicotine hit that feels satisfying but not abrasive.

Here is a quick snapshot of what you are buying:

• Bottle size: 10ml, the maximum bottle size for nicotine e-liquid sold in the UK.
• Nicotine strength: 20mg/ml (2%), the highest strength permitted in the UK.
• Nicotine type: nicotine salt, designed for pod kits and low-power refillable devices.
• Flavour: Banana Ice, a sweet banana base with a cooling menthol finish.
• Best suited to: mouth-to-lung (MTL) and restricted direct-to-lung devices, typically running between 8W and 20W.
• Total nicotine in the bottle: roughly 200mg (20mg/ml across 10ml).

The rest of this guide covers flavour, throat hit, device pairing, strength selection, how long a bottle lasts, honest comparisons with other banana ice liquids and a practical troubleshooting section. If you are new to nic salts, read the strength and device sections first, because those two decisions affect how much you enjoy the bottle more than anything else.

Flavour Profile: What Banana Ice Actually Tastes Like

Banana is one of the harder fruit flavours to get right in an e-liquid. Too much of one compound and it tastes like artificial banana sweets; too little and it gets lost behind the cooling agent. Double Brew Banana Ice leans towards a rounded, ripe banana note, closer to the flavour of a soft, yellow banana than the sharp, candy-like profile of banana chews. On the inhale you get the fruit first, with a creamy, slightly sweet body. The menthol cooling arrives a beat later and takes over on the exhale, leaving a fresh, cool finish on the tongue.

That sequence matters, because it is what separates a well-balanced ice liquid from one that simply tastes of menthol with a hint of fruit. In a well-tuned banana ice, the fruit stays readable through the entire puff and the cooling acts as a finishing note rather than the main event. Double Brew keeps that structure here. The cooling is noticeable but not aggressive, so you are unlikely to feel an icy burn at the back of the throat.

Things you can expect from the flavour:

• Sweetness: medium. Enough to make the banana taste ripe, not so much that it becomes syrupy or coats the mouth.
• Cooling level: medium. A clear chill on the exhale, noticeably gentler than a pure menthol or arctic-style liquid.
• Creaminess: light. There is a soft, rounded quality that hints at banana pudding without becoming a dessert vape.
• Aftertaste: a clean, lightly sweet finish with a short menthol linger.

Flavour perception shifts with the device. On a low-wattage pod kit the banana tends to come through slightly warmer and sweeter, while the cooling feels softer. On a slightly higher-powered refillable device, the menthol sharpens a little and the banana flattens out. If you find the first few puffs on a new bottle a touch muted, give the liquid a few minutes in the tank or pod to soak into the cotton before judging it. Fresh wicking makes a visible difference to flavour on a nic salt, and a dry or half-soaked wick is the most common reason people think a good liquid tastes weak.

As for what it is not: this is not a dessert custard, not a banana candy shop liquid and not a heavy menthol. It is a straightforward fruit-and-ice flavour, and its appeal is that it is easy to vape for long stretches without palate fatigue.

Throat Hit, Vapour and Nicotine Delivery

Performance with an e-liquid comes down to three things: how the nicotine feels, how much vapour you get, and how consistent the flavour stays from the first puff of a pod to the last. Here is how Double Brew Banana Ice 20mg behaves on each count.

Throat hit. At 20mg/ml in a nic salt format, the throat hit is firm but smooth. If you are used to a cigarette, it sits in the territory you would recognise: a distinct tap at the back of the throat on the inhale, without the rasp that 20mg freebase would produce. If you are stepping up from a 10mg or 12mg liquid, the extra strength will be obvious from the first puff. Some vapers describe it as the point where the vape starts to feel like it is doing something rather than just tasting nice.

Vapour production. Nic salt liquids are usually formulated with a higher proportion of propylene glycol (PG) than sub-ohm liquids, which means thinner liquid, sharper flavour and more modest vapour clouds. Check the VG/PG ratio printed on the bottle label, because exact ratios can differ between product lines. On typical pod and pen devices you should expect light to moderate vapour with strong flavour carry, not billowing clouds. If clouds are what you want, a 20mg nic salt is the wrong tool and a lower-strength shortfill is a better fit.

Nicotine absorption. Nicotine salts are absorbed more quickly than freebase nicotine at equivalent strength, which is why many people find a nic salt satisfies cravings with fewer puffs. In practice this means two things. First, you usually take fewer, shorter puffs than on a freebase. Second, you can get through the bottle faster than you expect if you chain-vape, so it pays to pace yourself in the first couple of days until you understand how much you actually need.

Consistency across a pod or tank. A good indicator of a well-made liquid is that the flavour does not fade as the tank empties. Banana Ice holds its profile reasonably well, though like most fruit-and-ice liquids it can taste slightly sweeter as the coil ages. If the flavour turns muted or burnt, that is almost always a coil issue rather than a problem with the liquid, and we cover that in the troubleshooting section.

Choosing Your Nicotine Strength: Is 20mg Right for You?

The 20mg/ml strength on this bottle is the ceiling for UK e-liquid, so it is worth being deliberate about whether it suits you. Too low and you will keep puffing without feeling satisfied. Too high and you will get headaches, a racing feeling, nausea or a throat that feels raw after an hour. Neither outcome is pleasant, and both are avoidable.

As a rough guide, these are the starting points many UK vapers use with nic salts in pod devices:

• 20mg/ml (2%): a sensible starting point for people who were smoking around 15 or more cigarettes a day, or who use a very small, low-airflow pod device. This is the strength on this page.
• 10mg to 12mg/ml: suits lighter smokers, people who vape frequently through the day on a more open device, and anyone who finds 20mg too strong.
• 5mg to 6mg/ml: for people who are reducing their nicotine intake, or who vape mainly for the flavour.

A few practical points help you decide:

• If you take a lot of puffs per hour on a high-powered device, 20mg nic salt can be too much. Nic salts are made for low-power devices, and extra wattage means more vapour and more nicotine per puff.
• If you smoke heavily and have just switched, 20mg is the strength most likely to avoid you reaching for a cigarette in the first week, which is the period when relapse is most common.
• If you start to feel dizzy, queasy or jittery after vaping, you are taking in more nicotine than your body wants. Stop, drink water, and drop to a lower strength next time.
• If you vape only occasionally and have never smoked, 20mg is almost certainly too strong. It is also not a product for non-smokers; vaping is aimed at adults who already use nicotine.

Remember that strength is only half the story. Puff length, device airflow and how often you vape all change how much nicotine you actually take in. If you are unsure, start with the strength that matches your previous nicotine habit, then adjust after a week. Nicotine needs vary, and it is normal to fine-tune the strength a couple of times before settling.

Devices, Coils and Settings That Suit This E-Liquid

Because this is a nic salt, the device matters as much as the liquid. Pairing it with the wrong hardware is the quickest way to get a harsh, overly strong or leaky experience from a bottle that should be smooth.

Pod kits and pod systems. This is the natural home for a 20mg nic salt. Most refillable pod kits use a coil resistance between 0.6 and 1.2 ohms, often with a mesh or ceramic-style coil, and a battery of roughly 400mAh to 1,000mAh depending on the model. Pod capacities are usually 2ml, which means a 10ml bottle fills around five pods. Look for devices that take their power from a USB-C port, as they charge faster and the cable is easy to replace.

Pen-style refillable kits. A pen kit with a 0.8 to 1.2 ohm coil running at roughly 10W to 20W also works well with nic salts. Because pens often have larger batteries (500mAh to 1,500mAh) and bigger tanks, they suit people who want to refill less often. Keep the wattage on the lower side to protect flavour and keep the nicotine hit smooth.

Mesh versus standard wire coils. Mesh coils spread heat across a larger surface area, which produces fuller flavour and more consistent vapour. They also tend to last a little longer with sweet liquids, provided the wattage is correct. Standard round-wire coils heat faster and can give a crisper, sharper puff, but can burn out sooner with banana liquids because the sugars and sweeteners caramelise on the surface.

Battery and charging. The liquid does not need charging, but your device does. Most pod devices recharge in one to two hours via USB-C. A few habits protect your battery and your safety:

• Use the cable supplied, or a reputable replacement, and a standard phone charger rather than a fast-charge brick.
• Do not leave a device charging overnight, and do not use it while it is plugged in.
• Do not carry spare batteries or devices loose in a pocket with keys or coins.
• If the device becomes hot, swells or smells unusual, stop using it and dispose of it safely.

Avoid sub-ohm tanks. Using a 20mg nic salt in a sub-ohm tank at high wattage delivers an enormous amount of nicotine and a very hot, harsh vapour. If you want big clouds, switch to a lower-strength shortfill designed for that kind of device.

Bottle Design, Packaging and Build Quality

The liquid is the product, but the bottle is what you handle every day, so build quality counts. Double Brew Nic Salts comes in a standard 10ml plastic bottle with a narrow, long-tip dropper nozzle. That nozzle is the feature to pay attention to, because it is what lets you fill small pod ports and narrow tanks without spilling liquid down the side of the device.

What to look for on arrival:

• Tamper-evident seal: the cap should have a ring or seal that separates the first time you open it. If the ring is already broken, contact us.
• Child-resistant cap: required on nicotine e-liquid in the UK. It takes a moment to learn if you have not used one before: press down and twist at the same time.
• Label information: the bottle should carry the flavour name, nicotine strength, batch number, ingredients, health warning and a best-before date. Check that the strength reads 20mg/ml before you open it.
• Squeeze response: the plastic should flex easily enough to release liquid in controlled drops. A bottle that is too stiff or too soft makes filling harder and increases the risk of overfilling.

A few notes on handling. Always fill your pod or tank over a surface that can handle spills, and keep a tissue nearby. Nicotine salt liquid on bare skin is absorbed and can cause irritation or a nicotine rush, so wash off any spills with soap and water straight away. Store the bottle upright, with the cap fully tightened, in a cool, dark place out of reach of children and pets. Heat and direct sunlight break down the flavour compounds and darken the liquid over time.

It is normal for banana and fruit liquids to darken slightly as they age. A shift from pale yellow to amber is not a fault. A strong sour or chemical smell, however, is. If a bottle smells off on opening, do not use it and get in touch. As with all consumable products, keeping the original packaging helps if you ever need to raise an issue with the order.

How to Fill and Use Double Brew Nic Salt

Getting the basics right at the start saves a lot of wasted liquid and burnt coils. Follow these steps for a standard refillable pod or tank.

• Check the device is switched off and that the pod or tank is clean and dry. Never fill a device while it is firing or plugged in.
• Open the fill port. On most pods this is a silicone bung on the side or the top. Pull it back with your fingernail. On a tank, slide or unscrew the top cap.
• Insert the nozzle and squeeze gently. Fill slowly, keeping the nozzle angled against the wall of the pod rather than pointing straight into the airflow hole. Stop just under the maximum fill line. Overfilling is the most common cause of leaking.
• Close the port firmly and wipe away any liquid from the outside of the pod and the contacts.
• Let the coil prime for 5 to 10 minutes. New coils need to soak through before first use. Skipping this step is the single most common reason a new coil tastes burnt.
• Take two or three gentle priming puffs without pressing the button (or with the lowest setting) to draw liquid into the cotton, then vape normally.

As you vape, use slow, steady puffs of two to four seconds for a mouth-to-lung device. Longer or harder pulls draw more liquid than the wick can replace, which can lead to dry hits and a burnt taste. Pause between puffs; chain-vaping a nic salt overheats the coil and delivers far more nicotine than you may realise.

When you swap flavours, empty and rinse the pod with warm water, dry it thoroughly and fill with the new liquid. If you want to stay with banana, you can simply top off. Flavours mix in the cotton, so changing without a clean can leave a muddled taste for a few puffs.

Finally, vape in the places where it is permitted. Many UK workplaces, trains, indoor public places and some pubs and restaurants restrict vaping, and a 20mg nic salt produces a distinctive fruity, menthol aroma that people nearby will notice.

How Long Does a 10ml Bottle Last, and Is It Good Value?

Value in e-liquid comes down to cost per millilitre and how long each bottle lasts you. Since a 10ml nic salt is a high-strength product intended for low-power devices, the numbers behave differently from shortfills.

Typical consumption. On a standard pod kit, light vapers usually go through around 1ml to 2ml a day, average vapers 2ml to 3ml, and heavy vapers 4ml or more. That puts a 10ml bottle at roughly:

• Light use (about 1.5ml per day): six to seven days.
• Average use (about 2.5ml per day): around four days.
• Heavy use (about 4ml per day): two to three days.

These are estimates, not guarantees. Puff length, coil age, device wattage and how often you vape all shift the numbers. As a rough guide, a nic salt on a pod kit delivers somewhere in the region of 150 to 250 puffs per ml, so a 10ml bottle often supplies approximately 1,500 to 2,500 puffs. If you are comparing it with a disposable that is rated at 600 puffs, this single bottle gives you several times that, though you do need a refillable device to use it.

Cost against the alternatives. Refillable vaping generally works out cheaper per day than buying disposables once you have paid for a reusable kit. A reusable device with a small stock of 10ml nic salts avoids the waste and repeat spend of single-use products. Replacement coils or pods add to the running cost, so factor those in; a good coil typically lasts one to three weeks depending on how sweet your liquid is and how hard you use it.

Where the value really sits. A bottle that tastes the same from the first fill to the last, does not flood the coil and delivers a satisfying hit without needing constant puffing is cheaper to run than a lower-priced liquid that burns through coils. Banana Ice is a medium-sweetness liquid, so coil life should be reasonable if you keep wattage sensible. Multi-bottle bundles, where offered, usually bring the unit price down, and buying a few at once makes sense if you have settled on a flavour and strength.

The environmental side is relevant too. A refillable setup produces far less waste than a pile of single-use devices, and empty bottles can be recycled with the right route, which we explain in the final section.

Who Double Brew Banana Ice Is For (and Who It Is Not For)

No e-liquid suits everyone, and being upfront about that saves you money. Here is how to judge whether this bottle fits.

It is a good fit if you:

• Are an adult smoker moving to vaping and need a 20mg nic salt to stay off cigarettes.
• Use a pod kit or low-wattage pen device and want a liquid that stays smooth at that strength.
• Like fruit flavours with a gentle chill rather than heavy menthol.
• Want a bottle that suits discreet, short sessions throughout the day instead of long cloud-chasing ones.
• Are moving from disposables to a refillable setup and want a straightforward, familiar flavour to start with.

It is probably not for you if you:

• Have never smoked or used nicotine. Nicotine is addictive, and this product is intended for adults who already use it.
• Prefer large clouds, which need a higher-VG liquid at a lower nicotine level in a sub-ohm device.
• Dislike menthol or cooling agents of any kind. The ice component is part of the flavour design here and cannot be removed.
• Find 20mg too strong. A lower strength may suit you better, and you can ask us which options are available for this flavour range.
• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a heart condition or other medical issue that makes nicotine a risk. Speak to a health professional first.

Anyone under 18 cannot buy or use this product. We carry out age checks, and a delivery may require proof of age. If you are trying to stop smoking, the NHS and local stop-smoking services in the UK offer free support alongside vaping, which can improve your chances of stopping entirely.

For regular vapers who already have a favourite fruit flavour, Banana Ice is a useful rotation option. It is distinct enough to break up flavour fatigue, yet mild enough to vape comfortably all day. Many people keep one fruit, one dessert and one menthol on hand and swap between them to keep things interesting.

Honest Comparison With Similar Banana Ice E-Liquids

Banana Ice is a crowded category in the UK, and a fair comparison helps you decide whether Double Brew is the right choice or whether another bottle might suit you better. We have not tried to turn this into a ranking; the point is to be clear about trade-offs.

Against other 10ml banana ice nic salts. Most branded banana ice nic salts share the same basic structure: a ripe banana note with a medium cooling finish. Where they differ is in the balance. Some push the sweetness higher and sit closer to a banana candy; some lean harder into the menthol and cool aggressively. Double Brew sits in the middle, with medium sweetness and moderate cooling. If you prefer a stronger chill, a liquid labelled with extra ice or arctic notes will give you more. If you want a sweeter, dessert-style banana, look at a banana custard or banana milkshake profile instead.

Against banana flavoured disposables. Disposables are convenient: no filling, no coils, no charging fuss. They are also single-use, cost more over time and have a fixed flavour that fades toward the end of the device. A refillable setup with a 10ml bottle costs more to start but less to run, allows you to change strength, and produces less waste. If convenience is your top priority, a disposable still wins. If you plan to vape for months, refillable usually wins on cost.

Against shortfills. Shortfills (50ml or 100ml bottles with room for nicotine shots) are cheaper per ml and made for sub-ohm tanks, with higher VG and bigger vapour. They are not designed for pod kits and will often flood a small coil. Nic salts like this one win on throat feel, simplicity and compatibility with compact devices.

Against freebase nicotine liquids. A freebase liquid at 3mg or 6mg gives bigger clouds and a more traditional vape feel, but it will not satisfy a heavy smoker in the same compact way. This bottle sits at the opposite end: low power, strong, quick nicotine delivery.

Where Double Brew has limits. It is not the cheapest 10ml on the market, and like all fruit-and-ice liquids it can show sweetener build-up on coils faster than a plain tobacco liquid. If you vape heavily, plan on replacing the coil more often. If you want a super-intense, concentrated flavour, expect a rounded profile rather than a punchy one.

Troubleshooting: Common Problems and Quick Fixes

Most problems with a nic salt come down to the coil, the fill or the settings rather than the liquid itself. Work through these before assuming something is wrong with the bottle.

• Burnt or acrid taste. Usually a dry or worn coil. Make sure the pod has been filled and left to prime for at least five minutes, and avoid chain-vaping. If the taste persists after a couple of fills, replace the coil or pod. Sweet liquids like banana shorten coil life, and a coil that tasted fine on day one can turn on day ten.
• Weak or muted flavour. Check that the liquid level is not too low and that the coil is properly wicked. Flavour fatigue (vaping the same flavour for days) can also dull your taste. Try a different flavour for a day and come back. If the coil is more than two weeks old, a change often restores the taste.
• Leaking from the pod or tank. Common causes are overfilling, a loose bung or a cracked pod. Fill to just below the max line, press the plug firmly into place, and keep the device upright when not in use. Temperature and air pressure changes, such as flying, can push liquid out, so store the device with the tank empty when travelling.
• Gurgling noise or spitting. Condensation in the airflow channel or excess liquid at the coil. Blow gently through the mouthpiece with the pod out of the device, wipe it clean and refit.
• Throat too harsh or too strong. This is usually down to strength or device power. Reduce the wattage, take shorter puffs, or move to a 10mg or 12mg liquid.
• Dizziness, nausea or a racing heart. You are likely taking in more nicotine than you are used to. Stop vaping, sit down, drink water and, if symptoms persist, seek medical advice. Come back with a lower strength.
• Device not firing or flashing. Check the battery level, clean the contacts with a dry cotton bud, and ensure the pod is seated fully. If the problem continues, try a different pod to rule out a faulty one.
• Sticky residue on the device. Normal with sweet liquids. Wipe contacts and the mouthpiece weekly with a dry tissue or cotton bud, and rinse the pod with warm water when you change flavour.

If you have tried these fixes and the liquid still tastes off, smells sour or looks cloudy, stop using it, keep the bottle and packaging, and contact us with the batch number and a photo of the label so we can look into it.

UK Rules, Safe Storage and Recycling

Vaping in the UK is regulated, and these rules shape what you see on the bottle and what you can legally buy. In short: nicotine e-liquid must be sold in bottles of no more than 10ml, nicotine strength is capped at 20mg/ml, bottles must have child-resistant and tamper-evident closures, and labels must carry health warnings and ingredient details. Products must be notified to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) before they can be sold. The legal age to buy is 18, and retailers are expected to verify that. For disposables, the UK has a 20mg nicotine cap and a ban on the sale of single-use vapes now applies, which is one reason refillable setups like this one have become the standard option.

Safe storage.

• Keep e-liquid out of the reach of children and pets. Nicotine is toxic if swallowed, and bottles with fruit imagery can be tempting.
• Store upright, tightly capped, in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight.
• Do not leave bottles in cars during hot weather, or in a bag with devices that could heat up.
• If liquid spills on skin, wash with soap and water. If it is swallowed or gets in the eyes, seek urgent medical help and have the bottle with you.

Recycling. A 10ml bottle is plastic, and a used pod, coil or device contains small electrical components. Do not put these in your normal household bin. Empty bottles can often go with plastics recycling once they are fully empty and rinsed, though local councils vary, so check yours. Batteries, devices and anything electrical belong in a drop-off point for waste electricals. Many UK supermarkets, household recycling centres and vape retailers run take-back points for used vapes and batteries, and since the rules changed, shops that sell vapes must offer to take back waste devices. Never put lithium batteries in general waste or recycling bins, as they are a fire risk in collection vehicles and sorting plants.

Following these simple habits keeps you, your household and the environment safe, and it makes refillable vaping the more responsible choice compared with a pile of single-use devices heading for landfill.