Blackcurrant Blackberry & Apple Double Brew Nic Salts 10ml 20mg

Overview

The Blackcurrant Blackberry & Apple Double Brew Nic Salts 10ml 20mg by Double in Blackcurrant Blackberry & Apple at 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Double Brew Blackcurrant Blackberry & Apple 20mg at a glance

Double Brew Nic Salts Blackcurrant Blackberry & Apple is a 10ml nicotine salt e-liquid at 20mg/ml. It is sold as a bottle of liquid rather than a ready-made device, which means it is designed to be poured into a refillable pod kit or another low-power device that accepts nic salt e-liquid. The flavour pairs three fruit notes, dark blackcurrant, blackberry and green apple, into a single blended profile. If you are moving away from single-use vapes, or you already run a refillable pod system and want a fruit flavour that is neither sugary candy nor icy menthol, this is the kind of bottle worth a look.

The key facts in one place:

• Product type: nicotine salt e-liquid, not a disposable and not a device
• Bottle size: 10ml, which is the largest bottle size permitted for nicotine e-liquid in the UK
• Nicotine strength: 20mg/ml, the UK legal ceiling, which works out at 200mg of nicotine across the whole bottle
• Flavour: blackcurrant, blackberry and apple
• Best suited to: pod kits and low-wattage refillable devices, roughly in the 8W to 15W range
• VG/PG ratio: most 10ml nic salt liquids sit close to an even 50/50 split, but confirm the exact ratio on the label of the bottle you receive
• Age restriction: 18+ only, intended for adult smokers and existing vapers

This page is written to be straight about what the product is and is not. A bottle of liquid does not carry a puff count the way a disposable does, so we explain how far a bottle typically goes in practice. It also does not include a battery, so we cover how to match it with a device and what to look for there. Where a specification is not something we can state with certainty, such as the precise VG/PG ratio, we say so and point you to the bottle label rather than guessing.

Nicotine is addictive and vaping is not risk-free. This product is for adults who already smoke or vape and want an alternative. It is not for non-smokers, anyone under 18, or anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding.

Flavour profile: dark berries with a crisp apple edge

The name gives away the recipe, but how the three fruits sit together matters more than the list. Here is how this flavour is built, and what to expect on your first few pulls.

• Blackcurrant: the lead note. Blackcurrant in vape flavourings tends to be tart, slightly jammy and a little musky, closer to a cordial or sorbet than to a fresh berry. It gives the liquid its deep, dark-fruit character.
• Blackberry: a rounder, sweeter dark berry that softens the sharper edge of the blackcurrant. Think of the sweetness of a ripe berry rather than the seeds or the tartness.
• Apple: the crisp, slightly green background that stops the blend becoming heavy. Apple is a common choice for lifting dark berries because it adds juiciness and a cleaner finish.

On the inhale you should notice the dark berry first, with the apple coming through more on the exhale and in the aftertaste. The finish is fruity and moderately sweet rather than sticky. Nothing in the product name suggests a menthol or ice element, so expect a room-temperature, fruit-forward vape rather than a cooling one. If you prefer a chilled finish, look for an ice variant elsewhere in the range instead of assuming this one has it.

The nicotine format also shapes flavour. Nicotine salts are typically made with an organic acid such as benzoic acid, which lowers the pH of the liquid and smooths the throat hit. That smoothness lets the fruit notes stay in front instead of being masked by the harshness you would get from a high strength of freebase nicotine. At 20mg the nicotine still has a presence, a gentle tickle at the back of the throat, but in a properly matched device it should not overpower the berries.

Flavour perception varies from person to person and from device to device. A hotter, higher-wattage setting tends to push the blend towards sweetness and flatten the tartness. A cooler, lower-wattage setting usually keeps the blackcurrant sharper and the apple more distinct. If the first pod tastes slightly muted, give it a few puffs, because a new coil often needs a short time to settle in, which we cover in the how-to section.

It is also worth being realistic about long sessions. Dark fruit blends can cause vape tongue, sometimes called taste fatigue, where the flavour seems to fade after hours of constant use. Switching to a different flavour for a day, drinking water and keeping your coil fresh are the usual remedies.

Performance: how far a 10ml bottle goes in real use

E-liquids do not have a puff count in the way pre-filled products do, so the honest way to describe performance is through volume and typical use. A 10ml bottle contains ten millilitres of liquid. A common refillable pod holds around 2ml, which is also the UK limit for tank and pod capacity, so one bottle fills a typical pod roughly four to five times once you allow for a little spillage and priming.

How many puffs that translates to depends on your device, the wattage, how long you draw and how often you vape. As a planning figure, many vapers get somewhere between 100 and 200 puffs per millilitre on a low-power pod kit, which suggests around 1,000 to 2,000 puffs from a 10ml bottle. Treat that as an estimate, not a promise. The puff counts printed on disposable packaging are usually far higher per millilitre than everyday use supports, so do not use them as a yardstick.

In terms of days rather than puffs, a rough guide looks like this:

• Light use (a few short sessions a day): a bottle can last one to two weeks.
• Moderate use (steady use through the day, replacing around ten cigarettes): roughly four to seven days.
• Heavy use (frequent vaping, replacing a pack-a-day habit): often two to four days.

Throat hit and vapour production are the other two performance factors. At 20mg in salt form, the throat hit is noticeable but smoother than a freebase liquid of the same strength. Vapour volume is modest compared with high-power sub-ohm vaping, because salts are made for low-wattage devices where the goal is a satisfying nicotine delivery from small, tight draws rather than big clouds. If you want large clouds, a nic salt at this strength is the wrong tool, and a lower-strength freebase or shortfill in a suitable device is a better match.

Consistency across the bottle should be steady. The liquid is a thin-to-medium viscosity blend that wicks readily in most pod coils. If you notice the flavour fading or the vapour thinning part-way through a pod, the usual cause is a tired coil or a half-empty pod rather than the liquid itself. We cover that in the troubleshooting section.

Nicotine strength guidance: is 20mg right for you?

Twenty milligrams per millilitre is the highest strength that can legally be sold as a nicotine e-liquid in the UK. The same ceiling applies to every nicotine e-liquid on the market, including the liquids used in refillable systems that replaced single-use disposables, which have been prohibited from sale in the UK since June 2025. Because it is the top of the range, 20mg is not automatically the right choice. It is a good fit for some people and too strong for others.

As a general guide:

• Likely a good match: adults who smoked around fifteen or more cigarettes a day, or who are coming from a 20mg single-use vape and want a similar level of nicotine from a refillable pod kit.
• Possibly too strong: adults who smoked ten or fewer cigarettes a day, or who vape only occasionally. A lower strength, around 10mg to 12mg if the range offers it, is usually more comfortable.
• Not suitable: non-smokers and anyone under 18. Nicotine is addictive, and there is no reason to start.

Nicotine salts behave differently from freebase nicotine. Salts are absorbed more quickly and feel smoother, so a 20mg salt can deliver nicotine faster than a freebase liquid with the same number on the bottle. That is why people switching from freebase sometimes find 20mg salt stronger than expected, even though the throat hit feels gentler.

Signs that the strength is too high include dizziness, nausea, a racing heart, headaches or a sore, tight throat. If you notice any of these, stop vaping, drink some water and consider a lower strength. Signs that it is too low include constant chain vaping, cravings that return within minutes and falling back to cigarettes. The aim is to find the lowest strength that stops you smoking, then reduce over time if you wish to.

One more practical point. A 20mg nic salt is designed for low-wattage devices. If you pour it into a high-power sub-ohm tank, the large volume of vapour per puff delivers far more nicotine than you intend and the liquid will taste harsh. Match the strength to the device as carefully as you match it to yourself.

Bottle design, packaging and build quality

A liquid does not have a body or casing to judge, so build quality here comes down to the bottle, the cap, the label and the packaging. The 10ml size is the legal maximum for nicotine e-liquid in the UK, and the bottle is expected to follow the usual UK format: a soft plastic bottle with a narrow nozzle and a child-resistant, tamper-evident cap.

What to look for when your bottle arrives:

• Tamper-evident seal: the cap should have a break-away ring that is intact when the bottle arrives. If it is already broken, do not use the bottle and contact us.
• Child-resistant cap: you typically press down and turn to open it. This is a legal requirement and a genuine safeguard in a house with children or pets.
• Narrow nozzle: designed to fit the small fill port of a pod. A good nozzle lets you add liquid in a thin, controlled stream with less spillage.
• Label information: nicotine strength, volume, ingredients, health warning and batch details should all be printed clearly. The batch code is useful if you ever need to report a problem.
• Squeezable body: a flexible bottle lets you control the flow. If a bottle is stiff or the nozzle seems blocked, a gentle squeeze with the bottle held upright usually clears it.

The visual design of the label follows the fruit theme, with dark berry colours to signal the flavour at a glance. That matters more than it sounds, because when you own several bottles it is easy to pour the wrong one into a pod. Keep the bottle in its box or at least labelled if you also have other flavours or other strengths on the shelf.

Storage is part of build quality too. Nic salt liquids are sensitive to heat and sunlight, which can darken the colour and dull the flavour over time. Keep the bottle upright in a cool, dark place with the cap fully closed. A bottle stored sensibly should keep its flavour for many months. If the colour has darkened a little, that is normal oxidation of the nicotine and flavourings, though a strong change in smell or taste is a sign to replace it.

Pairing with a device: battery and charging

This product is a liquid, so it has no battery of its own. The experience depends heavily on the device you pair it with, and the battery in that device affects how the liquid performs. Here is what to look for.

Nic salts are designed for low-power pod systems, and most of those use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in a fairly narrow range. Compact pod kits typically carry batteries of roughly 400mAh to 1,000mAh, and slightly larger pod mods go up to around 1,500mAh. A bigger capacity gives you more vaping time between charges, but it also makes the device bulkier. For a nic salt user who wants to carry the device in a pocket, somewhere in the 500mAh to 1,000mAh range is a sensible middle ground.

Practical charging advice that applies to almost every pod kit:

• Use the cable that came with the device. Most modern pod kits charge over USB-C. A cheap, uncertified cable can charge slowly or unevenly.
• Use a standard wall adapter or a computer port. A basic 5V adapter is enough. Fast chargers are not needed and offer no benefit for a small pod battery.
• Do not leave a device charging unattended overnight. Lithium batteries are safe when treated properly, but unattended charging is the situation where problems can occur.
• Charge on a hard, non-flammable surface and away from bedding or soft furnishings.
• Do not carry a device loose with keys or coins. Metal objects can short the contacts.

Some pod kits are draw-activated, which means they fire when you inhale, and others have a firing button. Draw-activated kits are convenient with salts because the tight, mouth-to-lung draw triggers the device naturally. Buttons give you more control and are less likely to fire accidentally in a bag.

Battery condition affects flavour. As a battery runs low, the output voltage falls and the vapour can feel cooler and thinner, which many people read as the liquid fading. Recharging before the battery is fully flat tends to give steadier flavour. When a device reaches the end of its life, with swollen casing, very short run time or unusual heat, stop using it and recycle it properly.

Coil and mesh technology: what suits this liquid

Coils are the heating element that turns liquid into vapour, and the coil in your device has more influence on how Blackcurrant Blackberry & Apple tastes than almost anything else. Nic salts at 20mg are made for coils that run at low power, so it helps to understand the common types.

• Standard wire coils typically run between about 1.0 and 1.4 ohms. They heat quickly at low wattage, give a tight draw and use liquid slowly. They are the usual choice for mouth-to-lung salt vaping and tend to give a slightly sharper, more concentrated flavour.
• Mesh coils use a flat sheet of woven metal rather than a round wire, usually at about 0.6 to 0.8 ohms. The larger surface area heats the liquid more evenly, which many people find gives a rounder flavour and a little more vapour. Mesh coils generally want slightly higher wattage and use liquid faster.
• Ceramic coils are found in some pods and are valued for clean flavour and long life, though they can take a few puffs to wick fully when new.

For a fruit blend like this one, either a standard coil or a mesh coil will work. If you want to taste the tart blackcurrant and the crisp apple distinctly, a standard coil at a modest setting is a good starting point. If you want a fuller, juicier vape, a mesh coil should bring out the sweeter blackberry notes.

Resistance and wattage need to match. A rough rule is that higher resistance coils want lower wattage. Running a 1.2 ohm coil at 10W to 12W is typical, while a 0.8 ohm mesh coil may sit at 12W to 15W. Follow the range printed on the coil or in the device manual rather than pushing beyond it. Too much power with a salt liquid gives a hot, harsh vape and burns the coil faster.

Coil life is another variable. Sweet fruit liquids tend to leave more residue on the coil than unsweetened flavours, so expect a coil to last somewhere around one to two weeks of regular use. When flavour turns flat or burnt even after a fresh fill and a short rest, it is time to replace the coil or pod instead of the liquid.

Who it is for, and who should skip it

A good product description should tell you when not to buy, so here is a direct answer on suitability.

This is likely a good fit if you:

• are an adult smoker or existing vaper looking for a fruit flavour at the top end of nicotine strength
• already own a refillable pod kit, or you are ready to buy one, and want a liquid that suits low-wattage vaping
• are leaving single-use vapes behind and want something that costs less per millilitre and creates less waste
• prefer fruit flavours with some tartness over dessert, candy or menthol styles
• want a small 10ml bottle so you can try a flavour without committing to a large purchase

You should probably skip it if you:

• are under 18, do not currently smoke or vape, or are pregnant or breastfeeding
• use a high-power sub-ohm device, because a 20mg salt is not intended for that style
• are sensitive to nicotine or smoked only a few cigarettes a day, in which case a lower strength is a more comfortable option
• want a cooling or menthol hit, as the name does not suggest an ice element
• want a ready-to-use device that works straight out of the box, since this is liquid only

It is also worth thinking about experience level. For someone brand new to refillable vaping, a pod kit is simple, but the filling and priming steps do add a small learning curve compared with a disposable. The method is easy once you have done it a couple of times, and the how-to section below walks through it. For experienced users, this is a straightforward fruit blend that will sit alongside other nic salt flavours in a rotation.

Finally, think about how often you vape. If you only vape occasionally, a 10ml bottle may last weeks, and an opened bottle will gradually lose some of its flavour. In that case it is better to buy one bottle at a time instead of stocking up.

How to use it: filling, priming and your first few days

Using a bottle of nic salt is simple once you have done it once. Follow these steps for a clean fill and a good first impression.

Work through the steps below in order.

• Step 1, check the basics. Make sure your device is switched off or the pod is removed, the seal on the bottle was intact, and your hands are clean and dry.
• Step 2, open the bottle. Press down and turn the child-resistant cap. Hold the bottle upright for a moment so any liquid in the nozzle drains back.
• Step 3, fill the pod. Find the fill port, usually under a silicone plug or a sliding cover. Insert the nozzle and squeeze gently, adding liquid slowly in a thin stream. Stop just below the maximum fill line. Never cover the central air tube or overfill, because that is the main cause of leaks.
• Step 4, close the port. Wipe away any spilled liquid with a tissue and push the plug fully back into place.
• Step 5, let it rest. Wait five to ten minutes before your first puff so the liquid can soak into the coil. A new coil needs this priming time, and skipping it is the most common cause of a burnt taste.
• Step 6, take gentle first puffs. Take a few short, light pulls without firing for long. Then settle into your normal draw.

A mouth-to-lung draw is the usual technique for salts: draw into your mouth for a couple of seconds, pause briefly, then inhale into the lungs. Slow, smooth draws usually give a cleaner flavour and avoid flooding the coil.

For the first few days, pay attention to how your body responds. If 20mg feels too strong, space out your puffs or consider a lower strength. If you find yourself vaping far more than you smoked, that can also be a sign the strength is too low. Keep a note of how long a pod lasts, because it makes it easier to judge how much liquid you actually use and to plan your next purchase.

Do not mix this liquid with other e-liquids in the same pod. Different flavourings and nicotine strengths can produce unpredictable tastes, and mixing makes it harder to work out what is causing a problem. Empty and rinse the pod properly if you switch flavours.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with a nic salt and pod combination come from a short list of causes. Here is a plain-English guide to the usual ones.

• Burnt or acrid taste: usually caused by a dry coil. Make sure you let a freshly filled pod rest for five to ten minutes, keep the liquid above the minimum level, and avoid long, hard draws. If the taste persists with a full pod, the coil is probably worn out and should be replaced.
• Weak or flat flavour: check whether it is the coil, the battery or your own taste. Replace the coil if it has been in use for more than a couple of weeks. Recharge the battery. Try a different flavour for a day to rule out vape tongue.
• Gurgling or spitting: too much condensation or a flooded coil. Remove the pod, wipe the mouthpiece and the connection, and blow gently through the mouthpiece to clear the airway. Then fill a little lower next time.
• Leaking from the pod or the bottom of the device: a common cause is overfilling or an ill-fitting plug. Check that the fill port is sealed and that the pod is seated firmly. Temperature and pressure changes, such as flying or leaving a device in a hot car, make leaks more likely.
• Liquid will not come out of the bottle: the nozzle may be blocked or the bottle may have a vacuum. Hold it upright, squeeze lightly, and release slowly. If it is still blocked, contact us with the batch code rather than forcing the nozzle.
• Device will not fire: check the battery and the pod connection, and see whether the airflow is blocked. Some devices lock after multiple clicks, so check the manual.
• Sticky residue on the device: sweet fruit liquids can leave a film. Wipe the connections with a dry cloth or a lightly damp tissue and let it dry completely before use.
• Sore throat or dizziness: likely too much nicotine or too frequent use. Slow down, drink water and consider a lower strength.

If you have tried these checks and the problem remains, consider whether it is the device rather than the liquid. A quick way to find out is to try a different liquid in the same pod, or a fresh pod with the same liquid. If the problem follows the liquid, such as an off smell, a visible change in clarity, or a taste that is wrong from the first puff, stop using it and get in touch with the batch code from the label.

Never ignore overheating, swelling, hissing or a smell of burning from a device. Stop using it immediately, remove it from any charger and place it somewhere safe and non-flammable.

Value for money and honest comparisons

Value in vaping is mostly about cost per millilitre and how well a product fits your habit. A 10ml bottle of nic salt is one of the more economical ways to vape because you are paying for the liquid, not for a battery and a casing that is thrown away. Check the current price on this page, as prices and promotions change. As a rough guide, typical 10ml nic salt bottles in the UK sit between about £3 and £5, which works out at around 30p to 50p per millilitre.

Here is how that compares with the main alternatives:

• Pre-filled closed pods: these are convenient, but the cost per millilitre is usually several times higher, often in the region of £1.50 to £3 per millilitre. You also create more packaging waste. A bottle and a refillable pod kit cost more upfront but less over a few weeks.
• Single-use vapes: these are no longer legal to sell in the UK, and when they were available the cost per millilitre was the highest of all options. Refillable kits are the practical successor.
• Other nic salt ranges: well-known UK 10ml ranges such as IVG Salts, Nasty Salt and Elf Liq cover similar strengths and a wide choice of flavours. Some of these have larger flavour catalogues than this range, and pricing across brands is competitive, so a short price check is sensible. This product's pitch is the specific three-fruit blend, not a claim to beat every alternative on price.
• Larger nic salt bottles and multi-buys: a multi-buy deal on 10ml bottles can bring the cost per millilitre down, which is worthwhile if you already know you like the flavour.
• Freebase and shortfill liquids: these suit different devices and styles. They are not direct replacements for a 20mg salt, because the nicotine delivery and the device style are different.

Where this liquid offers good value is in the combination of a distinct fruit flavour, the top legal strength and a small, low-commitment bottle. Where it may not suit is if you want a very wide flavour range, a cooling finish or a high-volume cloud-chasing setup.

A fair way to judge value is to estimate how many days a bottle lasts for you, divide the price by those days, and compare that with what you used to spend on cigarettes or disposables. For most people who switch fully, the saving is clear. If you only dual-use, the saving is smaller but still usually positive.

UK rules, safe storage and recycling

Selling and using nicotine e-liquid in the UK is regulated, and it helps to know what the rules mean in practice.

• Strength limit: nicotine e-liquid cannot be sold above 20mg/ml. This bottle is at that limit.
• Bottle size limit: refill liquid containing nicotine can only be sold in bottles of up to 10ml, and refillable tanks and pods are limited to 2ml.
• Age limit: you must be 18 or over to buy. We may ask for age verification at checkout or on delivery, and a courier may ask to see ID.
• Packaging: bottles must have child-resistant, tamper-evident closures and carry a health warning and an ingredients list.
• Single-use vapes: disposable vapes have been banned from sale in the UK since June 2025, which is one reason refillable pod kits and bottles like this one are now the standard route.

Safe storage. Keep nicotine liquid out of reach of children and pets, ideally in a high cupboard. Store it upright, with the cap closed, away from heat and direct sunlight. If liquid gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, rinse with plenty of water and seek advice. If anyone swallows nicotine liquid, contact emergency services or NHS 111 straight away and have the bottle to hand.

Recycling and disposal. Devices, batteries and chargers should never go in household bins or general recycling, because lithium batteries can start fires in collection vehicles and waste sites. Take used vapes and pod kits to a retailer take-back scheme, or to a household waste recycling centre that accepts small electricals. Many vape shops accept used devices for recycling even if you did not buy them there, though it is worth checking first.

Empty liquid bottles are usually plastic. Rules differ between councils, so check your local guidance. In many areas an empty, dry bottle can go in the household plastics recycling, but some councils ask that small nicotine containers go to the recycling centre instead. Do not pour leftover liquid down the sink or into the garden. Seal the bottle and take it to your local hazardous waste point.