Blackberry Ice Elux Nic Salts 20mg

Overview

The Blackberry Ice Elux Nic Salts 20mg by Elux in Blackberry Ice at 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Elux Nic Salts 20mg Blackberry Ice: overview

Elux Nic Salts 20mg Blackberry Ice is a 10ml bottle of nicotine salt e-liquid made for refillable pod kits and other low-wattage vape devices. It pairs dark, jammy blackberry with a clean menthol-style chill on the exhale, and it carries 20mg/ml of nicotine in salt form, which is the highest strength that can legally be sold in the UK. If you have been using Elux disposables and want to stay close to that flavour direction while moving to a device you can refill, this bottle is a straightforward way to make the switch.

In this guide we cover what the flavour actually tastes like, how the liquid behaves in common pod systems, which coils and batteries suit it, how long a bottle tends to last, how to fill a pod without making a mess, and how it compares with other nic salt ranges sold in the UK. We have written it for adult vapers, so it assumes you know the basics of vaping but not necessarily the finer points of nicotine salts, coil resistance or mesh technology.

Quick facts

• Product: Elux Nic Salts, Blackberry Ice, 10ml bottle
• Nicotine: 20mg/ml (2%) nicotine salt
• Flavour: ripe blackberry with a cooling menthol finish
• Base: a balanced VG/PG blend aimed at pod systems (check the label on your bottle for the exact ratio of your batch)
• Designed for: refillable pod kits, mesh-coil pods and other low-wattage mouth-to-lung devices
• Not designed for: sub-ohm tanks run at high wattage, or anyone who does not already use nicotine

Nicotine is addictive. This product is for adults who already smoke or vape and is not intended for non-smokers, under-18s, or anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding. UK health bodies, including the NHS, describe vaping as much less harmful than smoking for adults who switch completely, but it is not risk-free, and the only way to avoid nicotine dependence altogether is not to start.

Elux is a brand most UK vapers know from its disposable range, and its nic salt bottles follow the same logic: familiar fruit flavours, a cooling element on the iced options, and a throat hit that stays smooth enough to use at 20mg. That makes Blackberry Ice an easy product to understand. There is no complicated flavour story here, just a berry and a chill, delivered through whatever pod device you already own.

Flavour profile: what blackberry and ice taste like

Blackberry is a flavour that e-liquid makers usually build around three notes: a sweet jammy base, a slightly tart edge that mimics the skin of the fruit, and a darker, almost wine-like undertone that separates it from lighter berries such as strawberry or raspberry. Elux Blackberry Ice follows that pattern. On the inhale you should expect a rounded, sweet berry taste rather than a sharp or sour one, and on the exhale the menthol-style cooling arrives and lifts the sweetness so it does not feel heavy.

Here is how the flavour tends to unfold across a single draw:

• Inhale: soft, jammy blackberry with a light tartness, backed by a clean sweetness rather than a sugary one.
• Mid-draw: the fruit settles and the cooling sensation begins to build across the tongue and the back of the throat.
• Exhale: a noticeable chill through the nose and mouth, with a lingering berry aftertaste that fades over a few seconds.

The ice element in this style of flavour is a cooling agent, not a strong mint taste. That distinction matters. If you dislike spearmint or peppermint e-liquids, an ice flavour can still suit you because the cooling is there to refresh the fruit, not to dominate it. If you want a flavour with zero chill, you would be better off with a plain fruit or dessert bottle instead.

Because this is a nicotine salt, the flavour reaches you at a lower wattage than it would from a freebase liquid. Nic salts are generally vaped at 8 to 18 watts, and at those settings the blackberry stays clear and the cooling stays comfortable. Push the power too high and the fruit can turn flat while the menthol becomes sharper, so it pays to start low and move up only if you want more vapour.

If you enjoy this profile, it is worth knowing that fruit-and-ice e-liquids generally come in a handful of neighbouring styles. Other flavour families you might try next include blueberry ice, strawberry ice, mixed berries ice, blue razz ice, watermelon ice and grape ice. Stock changes, so check the Elux nic salts listings on our site to see which flavours are currently available in 10ml bottles.

One practical note on flavour: very sweet e-liquids tend to make a coil taste muted sooner than unsweetened ones. If your blackberry starts to taste dull after a week or so, that is usually the coil rather than the liquid, and a fresh coil head will bring the flavour straight back.

Performance and puff delivery

E-liquid does not have a puff count printed on it the way a disposable does, so performance depends on the device you put it in. What you can say about Elux Blackberry Ice is how it behaves in a typical refillable pod system: it produces a moderate amount of vapour, a smooth throat hit for its strength, and consistent flavour from the first draw to the last drop in the pod.

The balanced VG/PG base used in most nic salts is designed to wick well through the cotton and mesh used in pod coils. Wicking matters because a liquid that is too thick starves the coil and gives you a burnt taste, while one that is too thin leaks. A 50/50-style blend sits in the middle and works reliably across the common 0.6 to 1.2 ohm pod coils.

How far does a bottle go? There is no official figure, but you can reason about it. A 10ml bottle holds five times the liquid of the 2ml pod in a typical disposable. Mouth-to-lung vapers commonly report somewhere around 100 to 200 draws per millilitre, which puts a 10ml bottle in the region of 1,000 to 2,000 puffs. Longer draws, higher wattage and larger pod capacity all push that number down, so treat it as a rule of thumb rather than a promise.

In daily terms, that works out roughly as follows:

• Light use (around 1ml a day): about ten days per bottle
• Moderate use (around 2ml a day): about five days per bottle
• Heavy use (3ml or more a day): about three days per bottle

Throat hit is the other half of performance. Nic salts are made by combining nicotine with an acid, usually benzoic acid, which lowers the pH and makes the vapour feel gentler on the throat than freebase nicotine at the same strength. At 20mg/ml you will still feel a firm hit compared with a 3mg or 6mg freebase liquid, but it should not be harsh when the device is set correctly. Salts also tend to deliver nicotine to the bloodstream a little faster, which is why many people feel satisfied after fewer puffs.

Consistency across the pod is worth mentioning too. If you fill from the bottom of the pod and leave a small air gap, the draw stays smooth as the level drops. If the flavour fades early in a pod, the usual culprits are a tired coil or vaping for long periods without pauses, not the e-liquid itself.

Nicotine strength: is 20mg right for you?

The 20mg/ml figure on this bottle equals 2% nicotine by volume. In the UK that is the legal ceiling for refill e-liquid, and bottles are capped at 10ml, which is why you will see 10ml as the standard size across almost every nic salt range. The same 20mg/ml limit applies to disposable vapes, which can no longer be sold in single-use form in the UK after the ban that came into force on 1 June 2025. That change is a big part of why so many former disposable users are now buying 10ml nic salt bottles and refillable pod kits.

Choosing a strength is partly about how much you smoked or vaped before and partly about how the device delivers vapour. As a general guide:

• 20mg/ml: suits adult smokers who had around 15 or more cigarettes a day, or who smoked within half an hour of waking. It is also the usual match for a very small, low-powered pod device with a tight draw.
• 10 to 12mg/ml: suits moderate smokers, or people moving down from 20mg who want a softer hit but still want satisfaction from a small pod.
• 5 to 6mg/ml: suits light smokers, social vapers and anyone in the later stages of cutting down.

Signs that 20mg is too strong for you include dizziness, nausea, a racing heartbeat, headaches, sweating or a feeling of being jittery after a few puffs. If you notice any of these, stop vaping, drink some water, and consider a lower-strength bottle or shorter, gentler draws. Signs that you are on too low a strength include constant cravings, chain-vaping and the urge to smoke again soon after vaping.

One thing to understand is that salt nicotine and freebase nicotine are not directly interchangeable by number. Because salts are absorbed more efficiently and are less harsh, 20mg salt can deliver a nicotine hit closer to what a smoker expects than 20mg freebase would, even though it feels smoother. That is also why you should not simply put a 20mg salt into a high-power sub-ohm setup. The large amount of vapour combined with that strength is a recipe for overdoing it.

Lower strengths of Elux nic salts may be listed as separate products on our site, so if you decide 20mg is more than you need, look for the 10mg or 5mg version of the same flavour rather than diluting the bottle yourself. Diluting changes the VG/PG balance and can alter how the liquid wicks.

If you are trying to stop smoking altogether, your local NHS stop smoking service can offer free support and advice on getting the most from a switch to vaping, including how to step the strength down over time.

Compatible devices, coils and mesh technology

Nic salts are formulated for low-power devices. Elux Blackberry Ice is intended for refillable pod kits and similar systems that run roughly between 8 and 20 watts with coil resistances from about 0.6 to 1.2 ohms. Within that range it performs the way the manufacturer intended, with a smooth throat hit and a clear flavour. Outside it, particularly in low-resistance sub-ohm coils run at high wattage, the experience becomes harsh and wasteful.

Types of device that suit this e-liquid:

• Refillable pod kits: compact devices from makers such as Vaporesso (the XROS series), OXVA (Xlim), Uwell (Caliburn), Geekvape (Wenax) and Smok (Novo). These are the most common home for a 10ml nic salt bottle.
• Pod mods with adjustable wattage: useful if you want to tune the output to your preference, typically from 10 to 25 watts.
• Small mouth-to-lung tanks: suitable when fitted with coils of around 0.8 ohm or higher and run at modest power.

Why mesh coils matter. Most modern pod coils use a mesh element rather than a traditional round wire wound around a cotton wick. A mesh coil is a thin, perforated metal sheet that spreads heat over a much larger surface area. That brings three practical benefits for a fruit and ice liquid like this one: the coil heats up quickly so the first draw tastes right, the heating is more even so you get fewer hot spots and less burnt taste, and flavour definition tends to be clearer because more of the liquid is vaporised at a lower temperature.

Coil resistance guidance for nic salts:

• 0.6 to 0.8 ohm: a looser, warmer draw with more vapour. Run it at the lower end of the recommended wattage so the 20mg does not become overwhelming.
• 0.9 to 1.2 ohm: a tighter, more cigarette-like draw with a firmer throat hit and lower liquid consumption. This is the usual choice for first-time switchers.

Coil life is typically one to three weeks depending on how much you vape, and sweeter liquids such as berry flavours tend to build up residue faster because the sugars and sweeteners caramelise on the coil. If the flavour dulls or you get a burnt hit even with a full pod, change the coil head rather than assuming the liquid has gone off.

Before you buy, check that your pod or tank has a fill port suited to a narrow bottle nozzle. Almost all do, and the standard 10ml bottle tip used for nic salts fits the great majority of refillable pods on the UK market.

Battery and charging considerations

The bottle itself has no battery, because the e-liquid is only the consumable part of your setup. Battery life depends entirely on the device you use. That said, understanding how a pod kit battery works helps you choose a device that suits a 20mg nic salt and avoids the most common problems.

Most refillable pod kits ship with an internal battery between roughly 500mAh and 1,000mAh. Because nic salts run at low wattage, a small battery goes further than you might expect. As a rough guide, a 1,000mAh pod kit at 10 to 15 watts will typically give a few hundred puffs per charge, which for many moderate vapers is a full day of use. A 500mAh device is lighter and more discreet but may need charging mid-day.

Charging tips:

• Use the USB-C cable that came with the device, or a reputable replacement. Cheap unbranded cables and fast chargers can deliver more current than the battery is designed for.
• Charge from a standard phone-style plug or a computer port at around 1 amp or less. Most pod kits take between 30 and 90 minutes to charge fully.
• Do not charge a device overnight or leave it unattended while it charges. Lithium-ion batteries are safe when treated properly, but a damaged cell charging unsupervised is a fire risk.
• Do not carry a vape loose in a pocket with keys or coins, because metal can short the contacts.
• Stop using any device that is swollen, hot to the touch while idle, or has a cracked casing.

A lower-powered battery also pairs well with a higher-strength liquid. Because 20mg nic salt is meant to satisfy you in fewer puffs, you spend less time firing the coil, and that stretches both battery and liquid. If you find that your device needs charging twice a day, check whether the wattage is higher than necessary or whether you are taking very long draws.

Recycling devices and batteries. Pod kits contain a lithium-ion battery and must never go in household bins or standard recycling. They should be taken to a designated battery or small electrical item drop-off point. These are available at household waste recycling centres run by local councils, and many shops that sell vapes now accept used devices as well. Your council website will list the nearest drop-off location.

Bottle design, build quality and storage

Nic salt bottles follow a fairly consistent design across the UK market, and the Elux 10ml bottle is no exception. It is a small plastic bottle with a long, narrow nozzle that fits into a pod fill port, a tamper-evident ring on the cap so you can tell it has not been opened, and a child-resistant closure that you press and twist. The label carries the nicotine warning, ingredients, batch information and volume, as required by UK rules for e-liquid.

A few details are worth checking when your bottle arrives:

• Tamper ring intact: if it is broken or missing, contact us before using the liquid.
• Cap closes firmly: a loose cap leads to leaks in transit and evaporation over time.
• Label legible: look for the nicotine strength, the volume and the batch or best-before information.
• No cracks or deformation: squeezable plastic bottles can split if crushed in transit, so inspect the body and nozzle.

The bottle is soft enough to squeeze, which gives you control over the flow when filling a small pod. The slim nozzle reduces the chance of overfilling, but it also means you should squeeze slowly. A fast squeeze can push liquid out in a rush and flood the central airflow tube of the pod.

Storage guidance. Keep the bottle upright with the cap tight, in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight, radiators and car glove boxes. Heat and light degrade nicotine and flavourings over time. An unopened nic salt bottle commonly stays in good condition for one to two years. Liquid may darken slightly with age as the nicotine oxidises; a gentle colour change is usually harmless but a strong change in smell or taste means it is time to replace the bottle.

Keep every bottle well out of reach of children and pets. Nicotine liquid is toxic if swallowed or absorbed through the skin in quantity, and a 10ml bottle at 20mg/ml contains 200mg of nicotine. If liquid gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If a child or pet swallows any, seek medical or veterinary help straight away.

Recycling the empty bottle. Once empty, replace the cap and check your local council guidance. Many councils accept clean, empty plastic bottles in household recycling, while others ask that e-liquid containers go to the household waste recycling centre. Do not pour leftover liquid down the drain.

How to fill and use it

Using nic salt e-liquid in a refillable pod takes about a minute once you know the routine. Getting the first fill right makes a bigger difference than most people expect, because a poorly primed coil is the single most common reason for a burnt first hit.

• Step 1, power down: turn the device off if it has a power switch, then remove the pod and wash your hands so you do not transfer any liquid.
• Step 2, open the fill port: most pods have a silicone plug on the side or the base. Pull it open with a fingernail rather than a sharp tool, which can tear the seal.
• Step 3, avoid the central tube: find the airflow channel running up the middle of the pod and keep the bottle nozzle away from it. Liquid is meant to go into the outer chamber only.
• Step 4, fill slowly: tilt the pod slightly, place the nozzle in the port and squeeze gently. Stop just below the maximum line and leave a small air gap at the top, which stops pressure changes from forcing liquid into the airflow.
• Step 5, close the plug: press it back fully, wipe away any spills with a tissue and check for liquid around the mouthpiece.
• Step 6, let it soak: wait five to ten minutes for the cotton to absorb the liquid. If the coil is new, give it closer to fifteen. Skipping this step is how most coils get burnt in the first few puffs.
• Step 7, prime and vape: take two or three gentle draws without pressing the fire button, then start vaping at the lower end of the device's wattage range.

Using it day to day: take short, steady draws of two to three seconds and pause between puffs so the coil can re-wet. With nic salts, long chain draws are rarely necessary, because the nicotine is delivered efficiently. If your device offers adjustable airflow, start with it about half open and tighten it if you want a firmer throat hit or open it up for a cooler, airier draw.

Top up the pod when it gets to about a quarter full instead of running it dry. A coil that has been fired without enough liquid will taste scorched and may be ruined, even after you refill it.

If you switch from another flavour to Blackberry Ice, it helps to fit a fresh coil or at least rinse the pod with warm water and let it dry completely. Otherwise the old flavour will bleed into the new one for the first few millilitres.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with nic salt e-liquid come from the device or the fill, not from the liquid itself. Here are the issues we see most often, and what to try:

• Burnt or acrid taste: usually a dry wick or a worn coil. Let the pod rest for ten minutes with the liquid topped up, take a couple of unpowered draws to move liquid into the cotton, then try again at a lower wattage. If it persists, replace the coil.
• Gurgling or spitting: the coil is flooded. Remove the pod, wipe the mouthpiece and airflow channel, blow gently through the mouthpiece to clear the air path, and next time fill a little less. Opening the airflow slightly also helps.
• Leaking from the pod: common causes are overfilling, a plug that is not fully seated, a cracked pod, or a pressure change such as a flight or a hot car. Check the seal, wipe the pod clean and avoid leaving the device on its side.
• Weak or muted flavour: a coil that has reached the end of its life, a very low liquid level, or what vapers call vape tongue, where your taste buds become fatigued after heavy use. Change coil, top up, and try a different flavour for a day. Rinsing your mouth with water also helps.
• Harsh throat hit: the strength may be too high for your device or your habits, the wattage might be too high, or the airflow may be too tight. Reduce power, open the airflow, or move to a lower-strength bottle.
• Dizziness, nausea or headache: a sign you are taking in more nicotine than your body wants. Stop, rest, drink water and consider a lower strength.
• Device does not fire or blinks: check the battery, the pod seating and the contact points. A small amount of liquid on the contacts can interrupt the connection, so wipe them with a dry cotton bud.
• Strange smell or darkened liquid: if the colour has changed strongly or the liquid smells off, stop using it. Oxidation is normal over time but a big difference suggests the bottle has been stored too warm.

If you have tried these steps and the problem remains, check whether the issue repeats with a different pod or coil. If it does not, the original pod was probably faulty. If it does, contact us with your order number and a short description, and we will help work out whether the bottle itself needs to be replaced.

Who it is for and who should skip it

Elux Nic Salts 20mg Blackberry Ice is a focused product with a clear target audience. Knowing whether you fit that audience saves you money and avoids a disappointing experience.

It is likely to suit you if you are:

• An adult smoker looking to move away from cigarettes who needs a nicotine level close to what you are used to.
• A former disposable user now moving to a refillable pod kit after the single-use ban and wanting a familiar fruit and ice flavour.
• A mouth-to-lung vaper who prefers a tight, discreet draw and a smooth throat hit at higher strength.
• A fruit-flavour fan who likes a cooling finish but does not want a strong mint taste.
• Someone who values low-power devices, small batteries and compact kit that fits in a pocket.

You should probably skip it if you are:

• Under 18, or buying for someone under 18. It is illegal to sell nicotine vaping products to anyone under that age in the UK, and we will not do so.
• A non-smoker, or someone who has never used nicotine. 20mg is a strong dose and is not appropriate for anyone without nicotine tolerance.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding, or managing a heart condition, high blood pressure or another medical condition. Speak to your GP or pharmacist before using any nicotine product.
• A direct-lung vaper using a sub-ohm tank at high wattage. A 20mg salt in that kind of setup produces far too much nicotine, and you would be better served by a freebase e-liquid in the 0 to 6mg range.
• Someone who dislikes menthol or cooling sensations. There is a clear chill on the exhale, so a non-iced fruit flavour will suit you better.
• Looking for a tobacco, dessert or sour candy flavour. Those profiles are covered by other bottles in the Elux range and in competing ranges.

It is also worth being honest about expectations. A nicotine salt will not remove the habit of vaping on its own, and it will not replace the support available through NHS stop smoking services if your goal is to quit nicotine entirely. If that is your aim, consider combining a gradually reducing nicotine strength with that kind of professional help.

Value for money and bottle longevity

Value in vaping comes from three numbers: the price of the liquid, the cost of coils, and how many days a bottle lasts you. A single 10ml bottle of nic salts is usually priced in the low single pounds, and that price is typically shown on the product page above. Because this is a retail price that changes with promotions and bundle deals, the more useful exercise is to work out your own cost per day.

The calculation is simple:

• Step one: estimate how many millilitres you use a day. Light users burn around 1ml, moderate users around 2ml and heavy users 3ml or more.
• Step two: divide 10 by that figure to see how many days a bottle lasts, so a moderate user gets around five days.
• Step three: divide the bottle price by the number of days, then add the cost of a coil spread across its life, usually one coil every one to three weeks.

Compared with the disposables that used to dominate the market, a refillable setup generally costs less per day, because the device is reused and only the liquid and coil are consumed. A 2ml disposable pod was designed to last a day or two, while a 10ml bottle holds five times as much liquid for a price that does not rise fivefold. The up-front cost of a pod kit is the main extra spend, and it pays itself back within a few weeks for most regular users.

Ways to get more from each bottle:

• Choose a coil resistance around 1.0 ohm if you want a longer-lasting bottle, since higher-resistance coils use less liquid.
• Run the device at the lower end of its wattage range, which reduces consumption and extends coil life.
• Buy several bottles at once when multi-buy deals are available, as long as you will use them within a year or so.
• Keep a spare coil on hand so a burnt coil does not force you to buy a replacement at short notice.

On shelf life, an unopened bottle stored correctly should stay in good condition for around a year or two, so buying a few bottles to save money is reasonable. An opened bottle should ideally be used within a few months because exposure to air and light slowly alters the flavour.

All in all, this is a mid-range product in terms of value. It is not the cheapest liquid on the market, but it is competitively priced for a branded nic salt, and the flavour consistency from bottle to bottle makes it a reliable repeat purchase for people who know they like it.

How it compares with other nic salts

The UK nic salt market is crowded, and Elux sits alongside several other familiar ranges. Here is an honest look at where Blackberry Ice stands against the most common alternatives. These are general observations about each brand, not claims about any specific batch, so flavours will vary.

• IVG Salts: IVG offers a very wide flavour catalogue and is a long-standing name in 10ml nic salts. Its fruit and ice options are a close competitor. IVG tends to include a bigger spread of dessert and drink flavours, while Elux leans toward fruit and ice combinations that mirror its disposable heritage.
• Elf Liq and similar disposable-brand liquids: brands that grew from disposables have launched their own 10ml bottles for the same reason Elux has. The pitch is the same: familiar flavours in a refillable format. Choosing between them is mostly a matter of which flavour name you recognise and which cooling level you prefer.
• Nasty Salt and Dinner Lady Salt: both have loyal followings and tend toward stronger, more complex flavour layering. They are often priced a little higher, and some people find the flavours richer, though others prefer the simpler profile of an Elux fruit and ice.
• Pod Salt: a premium-leaning range with a strong reputation for flavour accuracy. If budget is not a concern and you want the most nuance from a berry flavour, it is worth trying, though the price per bottle is usually higher.
• Freebase liquids (3mg, 6mg, 12mg): if you use a more powerful device or prefer a bigger cloud, freebase is the better choice than 20mg salt. It offers more vapour and a different throat hit, but it needs a higher-power setup to satisfy a smoker.

Where Elux Blackberry Ice stands out: the flavour is easy to understand, the cooling is present without taking over, and the brand name carries recognition for people who used its disposables. It also behaves predictably across common pod kits.

Where it falls short: the flavour range, while broad, is narrower in dessert and tobacco territory than some competitors. The sweetness is clear, so if you prefer drier or more tart profiles, you may find other ranges more to your taste. And like any sweet liquid, it will build up residue on the coil faster than an unsweetened flavour.

If you are unsure, buy one bottle, use it for a week, and judge it on coil life, flavour fade and how well the strength suits you. That small trial costs less than guessing wrong with a multi-pack.