Cherry Ice Elux Nic Salts 20mg

Overview

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

What Elux Nic Salts 20mg Cherry Ice Is

Elux Nic Salts 20mg Cherry Ice is a 10ml bottle of nicotine salt e-liquid from Elux, a brand that most UK vapers know from its pre-filled devices. This bottle takes the familiar cold-cherry idea and puts it into a refillable format, so you can pour it into a pod kit of your choice instead of throwing a whole device away when it runs flat. The flavour is a sweet cherry with a cool, menthol-style finish, and the nicotine strength is 20mg/ml (2%), which is the maximum the UK allows for nicotine e-liquid.

Nicotine salt liquids differ from the older freebase style that many people remember from tank vaping. Nic salts pair nicotine with an acid, usually benzoic acid, which lowers the pH and makes the vapour feel smoother in the throat at higher strengths. That is why a 20mg/ml salt can feel gentler than a 20mg/ml freebase would, and why salts have become the usual choice for small, low-powered pod devices.

The essentials at a glance:

• Product: Elux Nic Salts, Cherry Ice flavour
• Bottle size: 10ml, the maximum bottle size for nicotine e-liquid sold in the UK
• Strength: 20mg/ml nicotine salt, equal to 2%
• Flavour: sweet cherry with an ice finish
• Base: Elux nic salts are typically a balanced 50VG/50PG blend, so check the label on your bottle for the exact ratio
• Intended use: refillable pod kits and other low-wattage, mouth-to-lung devices
• Age restriction: 18+ only, and for existing smokers or vapers

This guide covers flavour, device pairing, strength, filling, troubleshooting and value, so you can decide quickly whether it suits you. Everything is framed for UK buyers, which means UK legal limits, UK recycling routes and UK delivery. If you are coming from single-use vapes, note that disposable vapes have been banned from sale in England, Scotland and Wales since 1 June 2025. A refillable pod kit with a bottle like this one is the practical route for anyone who wants the same style of vaping with far less waste.

Flavour Profile: Cherry With a Cold Finish

Cherry Ice is a straightforward two-part flavour. The first part is the cherry itself, and the second is the cooling agent that arrives as you exhale. Understanding both helps you judge whether it will suit your taste before you buy.

On the inhale you get a sweet red cherry note. It sits closer to cherry sweets or a cherry lozenge than to a freshly picked fruit, with a rounded sweetness rather than a sharp, tart edge. There is no cola, cream or sour twist layered on top, which keeps the profile clean and easy to describe. If you enjoy the cherry in a boiled sweet or a cherry soft drink, this is the territory you are in.

On the exhale the cooling kicks in. It is a menthol-style chill rather than a mint flavour, so the dominant impression stays cherry while the back of the throat and the nose pick up a fresh, cold sensation. At typical pod-kit power the cooling is moderate. It is noticeable and refreshing, but it should not numb your throat the way a heavy menthol liquid can. If you find ice flavours too icy, a slightly warmer vape from a lower wattage setting will soften the chill a little.

Where this flavour sits among the wider range:

• Sweeter than mint or menthol liquids, which are drier and more herbal
• Simpler than blended fruit mixes, which layer several fruits and a cooling agent
• Less sharp than sour flavours, so it is gentler on the tongue over a long day

Elux nic salts have typically been offered in a spread of fruit-and-ice flavours, and the range commonly includes names such as Blue Razz Lemonade, Strawberry Ice, Watermelon Ice, Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Cherry Cola, Pink Lemonade, Banana Ice and Triple Mango. Availability changes from batch to batch, so check the Elux brand page on this site for what is currently in stock. If you like to rotate flavours, Cherry Ice pairs sensibly with a lighter citrus or a tropical profile, because the contrast resets your palate.

One practical note: sweet liquids can fatigue your taste buds over a few days of constant use. That is normal and is usually called vaper's tongue. Swapping to a different flavour for a day, drinking water and brushing your tongue gently all help bring the cherry back.

Performance and Puff Delivery

A bottle of e-liquid does not come with a puff count in the way a pre-filled device does, but you can estimate how much vaping is in the 10ml. At the low power levels used with pod kits, most people use somewhere between 0.005ml and 0.01ml per puff. That works out at roughly 100 to 200 puffs per millilitre, so a 10ml bottle gives you around 1,000 to 2,000 puffs. Your result will depend on your device, how long you draw for and how often you take a hit.

Translated into days, a rough guide looks like this:

• Light user, about 1ml a day: one bottle lasts around 10 days
• Moderate user, about 2ml a day: one bottle lasts around 5 days
• Heavy user, 3 to 4ml a day: one bottle lasts around 2.5 to 3 days

The vapour itself is what you would expect from a 50/50 nic salt: modest in volume, with a throat hit that is firm but smooth, and a flavour that reads clearly at low wattage. It is not a cloud-chasing liquid, and if you are used to large sub-ohm vapour you will find the output restrained. For most people switching from cigarettes that restraint is the point, since a tight, cigarette-like draw is what makes small pod kits satisfying.

Nicotine delivery is where salts earn their place. Because the nicotine is in salt form, it reaches you quickly and with less harshness at 20mg/ml, so cravings usually settle after a few puffs instead of needing long sessions. If you vape a lot in short bursts, that fast hit is the main reason a salt can feel more efficient than a lower-strength freebase.

Flavour consistency across the bottle is generally steady. Give the bottle a gentle shake before your first fill of the day, because ingredients can settle slightly during storage. Over a pod's lifespan the flavour tends to fade gradually as the coil ages, rather than dropping off suddenly. A sweet liquid like cherry can leave a little residue on the coil, so changing your coil or pod when the taste goes flat or slightly burnt is the simplest way to keep the performance where it started.

As a point of comparison, a typical 2ml single-use vape was marketed at around 600 puffs. A 10ml bottle holds five times that liquid, which is why a single bottle usually works out to be much longer-lasting than any one of the old disposables, provided you refill a device that suits it.

Coils, Mesh and Device Pairing

Nic salt liquids are designed for low-power, restricted-draw devices. In practice that means refillable pod kits with a coil resistance of roughly 0.6 to 1.2 ohm, running at about 8 to 25 watts. Using Elux Cherry Ice in a high-power sub-ohm tank at 50 watts or more is a poor match. The vapour becomes hot and harsh, you waste liquid quickly, and 20mg/ml delivers far more nicotine per puff than most people want from a large, warm cloud.

The coil inside your pod decides much of how the liquid behaves, so it is worth knowing the main types:

• Mesh coils have a flat or cylindrical mesh of heating wire with a large surface area. They heat evenly and quickly, give strong flavour and produce a consistent vapour. They are the common choice in modern pod kits and suit a fruit-and-ice liquid very well.
• Ceramic coils use a porous ceramic wicking material. They give a clean taste and a long lifespan but can take a moment longer to warm up.
• Standard cotton-and-wire coils are inexpensive and widely available. They give good flavour but can be more prone to dry hits if the pod is not primed properly.

Suggested starting points for a 50/50 nic salt like this one:

• 0.8 ohm mesh coil: start around 12 to 18 watts
• 1.0 ohm coil: start around 10 to 16 watts
• 1.2 ohm coil: start around 8 to 14 watts

Always follow the range printed on your coil or pod, since that is the manufacturer's tested limit. Starting at the lower end suits a cooling liquid, because extra heat can push the menthol component into a sharp, peppery territory. You can work up in small steps until the flavour feels full without the throat hit turning rough.

You need a device with a refill port, either on the top or the side of the pod. Pre-filled, sealed pods are not meant to be opened or refilled, and attempting it can damage the pod, cause leaks and void any warranty. Check that your device is refillable before buying. Most refillable pods hold 2ml to 3ml, so one 10ml bottle will fill a pod around three to five times.

Battery and Charging Considerations

The e-liquid has no battery of its own. Power comes from whichever refillable device you pair it with, so the battery advice here is about choosing and caring for that hardware. If you are moving from disposables, this is one of the biggest practical differences: the battery in a refillable kit is rechargeable and designed to last for many months or years, rather than being thrown away with the rest of the product.

How much battery capacity do you need? As a rough guide:

• 400 to 600mAh: slim, pocket-friendly pod kits. Good for light to moderate use, and they usually need charging every day or two.
• 700 to 1,000mAh: mid-sized kits that comfortably get a moderate user through a full day.
• 1,000mAh and above: larger devices for heavy users or anyone who dislikes charging often.

Look for USB-C charging, which is now standard on most modern devices. It is quicker and more convenient than older micro-USB, and the cable is one you probably already own. A full charge on a small pod kit typically takes between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on the battery size and the charger.

Sensible charging habits keep lithium-ion batteries safe and long-lived:

• Use a quality plug and cable rated for the device, usually a standard 5V charger
• Never charge under a pillow, on a bed or on a sofa, and do not leave a charging device unattended overnight
• Keep the battery away from heat, direct sun and loose metal items such as keys or coins
• Stop using a device that swells, overheats, smells odd or leaks, and take it to a recycling point

When a device finally reaches the end of its life, do not put it in your household bin or kerbside recycling. Lithium-ion batteries can start fires in collection lorries and sorting plants. Vaping devices count as waste electrical equipment, so you can usually take them to a household waste recycling centre, or back to a retailer that offers a take-back service. Many UK vape shops and supermarkets run battery and device drop-off points, and recycling your old kit is the responsible way to cut down on waste.

Bottle Design and Build Quality

The bottle is a 10ml plastic dropper-style container with a narrow nozzle designed to fit into the fill ports of pod kits. UK rules are specific about how nicotine e-liquid is packaged, and those rules shape the design you see. Bottles must hold no more than 10ml, must carry a child-resistant cap and a tamper-evident seal, and must show a health warning, the nicotine strength, ingredients and a batch number on the label.

What this means in everyday use:

• Child-resistant cap: press down and turn, or squeeze and turn, depending on the bottle. It takes a second to learn, and it is there for a good reason.
• Tamper-evident ring: a break-away band on the cap shows the bottle has not been opened. If the ring is already broken when it arrives, contact us rather than using it.
• Soft, squeezable body: lets you control the flow drop by drop, which helps when filling narrow ports.
• Narrow nozzle: reduces spills and means you are less likely to overfill a small pod.

A few build-quality tips from daily use. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place, because heat and sunlight can darken the liquid and dull the flavour. Keep the cap fully closed, as e-liquid thickens slightly when exposed to air. Wipe the nozzle clean after each fill to keep residue from building up and to avoid sticky patches in your bag or pocket.

Nicotine is a hazardous substance in concentrated form, so treat the bottle as you would any chemical product. A 10ml bottle at 20mg/ml contains 200mg of nicotine. Keep it out of reach of children and pets, wash any spilled liquid off your skin with water straight away, and never leave it where it could be mistaken for a drink or medicine. If someone swallows e-liquid, call 999 or seek urgent medical help.

When the bottle is empty, check your local council's guidance on disposal, since rules for small plastic bottles with nicotine residue vary. Many UK vape retailers accept empty bottles, and a growing number of drop-off points take vaping waste alongside devices and batteries. Never pour leftover liquid down the drain.

Nicotine Strength Guidance for 20mg/ml

The UK caps nicotine strength in e-liquid at 20mg/ml (2%), and this bottle sits exactly at that cap. It is the highest strength you can legally buy, so it is the right choice for some people and too strong for many others. Choosing the right level is the single most important decision you make with a nic salt.

20mg/ml is generally aimed at people who:

• Smoke around 10 or more cigarettes a day, or used to, and are switching fully to vaping
• Are using a small pod kit at low power, where each puff delivers a small amount of vapour
• Were previously using single-use vapes at 20mg and want a similar level of nicotine from a refillable setup
• Find lower strengths leave them reaching for a cigarette or puffing constantly to feel satisfied

10mg/ml is often a better starting point for lighter smokers, people who only vape socially, and anyone moving down from a higher dose. If you are unsure, remember that you can always go up a strength later, but you cannot take a dose back once you have overdone it.

Signs that 20mg is too strong include a racing heart, dizziness, headaches, nausea, a sore throat after short sessions and a feeling of being lightheaded. If you notice any of these, stop vaping, drink some water and consider switching to 10mg/ml. Signs it is too weak are persistent cravings, taking much longer sessions than you used to and slipping back to cigarettes.

A few practical points on how strength interacts with your setup:

• A tight, low-power pod delivers less liquid per puff, so higher strength makes up for it
• A looser airflow or a higher wattage delivers more liquid per puff, so the same bottle will feel much stronger
• Chain-vaping on 20mg increases total nicotine intake quickly, even though each puff feels light

Many people use 20mg to stop smoking, then step down over weeks or months. Stop smoking services in the UK, including those through the NHS, can offer advice and support alongside vaping. Nicotine is addictive and vaping is not risk-free, so it is meant for adults who already smoke or vape. If you do not currently use nicotine, you should not start with a product like this one.

How to Fill and Use It

Filling a pod kit is simple once you have done it once or twice. The key is patience and a clean workspace, because rushing is the main cause of leaks and flooded coils. This guide assumes you have a refillable device with a side or top fill port.

Step by step:

• Prepare: wash and dry your hands, switch the device off and remove the pod. Work over a tissue or a flat surface so any drops are easy to clean up.
• Open the port: lift the silicone bung or slide the cover on the pod. Check for the maximum fill line, which is usually marked on the pod body.
• Open the bottle: press and turn the child-resistant cap. Keep the cap and bottle upright so the liquid does not run.
• Fill slowly: place the nozzle against the side of the fill port, not directly over the central chimney, and squeeze gently. Stop just below the max line. Air needs room to move, and filling the central tube will flood the coil.
• Seal and wipe: push the bung back in fully, wipe off any liquid from the pod and the bottle nozzle, and put the cap back on firmly.
• Prime the coil: let the filled pod sit upright for 5 to 10 minutes so the wick can saturate. Skipping this step is the most common cause of a burnt first puff.
• Reassemble: clip the pod back into the device, switch it on if needed and take two or three short, gentle puffs before settling in.

On the first few puffs, use slow and short draws of two to three seconds, without any hard inhale. Mouth-to-lung style is the intended technique, where you draw into the mouth first and then breathe in. Pulling hard or holding the button for too long can overheat the coil and lead to dry hits.

A new coil benefits from a gentler first tank. Keep the wattage at the lower end for the first few puffs, then increase gradually. If your device is draw-activated, there is nothing to switch on; if it has a button, five clicks usually turns it on and off, but the exact sequence depends on your hardware, so check its manual. There is nothing to activate on the e-liquid itself, because the bottle is simply a refill.

Clean the pod's mouthpiece and contacts with a dry cloth once a week or so to keep the flavour crisp and to ensure a steady electrical connection. Replace the coil when the flavour weakens, when you notice a burnt edge to the taste, or after roughly one to two weeks of regular use. Sweet liquids like cherry can shorten coil life slightly, so keep a spare at hand.

Who It Suits and Who Should Skip It

No single liquid works for everyone, and being honest about fit saves you money. Elux Nic Salts 20mg Cherry Ice has a clear target, and it is worth checking whether that matches your needs before you add it to the basket.

It is a sensible choice if you:

• Are an adult smoker switching to vaping and want a strong enough nicotine level to feel satisfied
• Have been using single-use vapes and now want a refillable setup that costs less per millilitre and produces less waste
• Enjoy fruity, sweet flavours with a cooling finish rather than tobacco, dessert or pure mint profiles
• Use a small pod kit or other low-power mouth-to-lung device with a refill port
• Like to rotate flavours and are happy to buy 10ml bottles of several different styles
• Prefer a smooth throat hit and a quick nicotine feel without a harsh, scratchy sensation

You should skip it, or choose something different, if you:

• Are under 18. It is illegal to sell nicotine products to anyone under that age.
• Do not currently smoke or vape. Nicotine is addictive, and non-smokers should not start.
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding. Speak to a doctor, midwife or stop smoking adviser about nicotine before using any product.
• Have a heart condition, high blood pressure or other health concerns. Check with your doctor first.
• Want large clouds. A sub-ohm kit and a lower-strength 70VG freebase liquid are a better match.
• Are only a social or occasional smoker. 20mg is likely to be too strong, and 10mg/ml or lower is a more suitable level.
• Dislike cooling flavours. If you want fruit without any chill, look for the non-ice versions of similar flavours.
• Own a sealed, non-refillable device. This bottle will not work unless you have a refillable pod or tank.

If you land in the middle, for example you are a lighter smoker who likes this flavour, consider buying the 10mg/ml version if one is listed, or ask us on the contact page and we will point you to a lower-strength alternative.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Most problems with a refillable pod kit come down to a short list of causes. Before assuming your liquid or device is faulty, work through the usual suspects below.

• Burnt or dry taste: the coil is either old or has not saturated. Let a freshly filled pod rest for 10 minutes, lower the wattage and check the liquid level. If the taste stays burnt after that, replace the coil.
• Flavour seems weak or muted: sweet liquids can coat the coil with residue. Change the coil, then give your palate a break from the flavour for a day. Check that you are not vaping at a power that is too low for the coil.
• Leaking from the pod or device: usually caused by overfilling, a loose bung, or cracks in the pod. Fill below the max line, press the bung in fully, and store the device upright. If it still leaks, try a fresh pod.
• Gurgling or spitting: the coil is flooded. Switch the device off, remove the pod, blow gently through the mouthpiece to clear excess liquid, and wipe it dry before reassembling. Take slower puffs when you start again.
• Sharp, harsh throat hit: the wattage is too high, or the strength is too high for you. Drop the power by a few watts and try again. If it is still rough, consider moving to a 10mg/ml strength.
• Cherry tastes medicinal: this can happen at high temperatures or when a coil is on its way out. Lower the wattage and fit a new coil before judging the liquid.
• Device does not fire: check that the pod is seated correctly, the contacts are clean and the battery is charged. If the device has a lock mode, make sure it is switched off.
• Device will not charge: try a different USB-C cable and power source. Check the charging port for lint or dried liquid and clean it gently with a dry cotton bud.
• Vaper's tongue (flavour fades): rotate to another flavour, drink water and avoid heavy use of the same sweet profile for long stretches.

If the bottle itself seems wrong, for example the seal is broken on arrival, the liquid smells off or looks cloudy or unusually dark, do not use it. Take a photo and contact us with your order number, and we will arrange a replacement or refund under our returns policy.

Value for Money

Value comes down to cost per millilitre, how long a bottle lasts and what else you need to buy. Because prices vary with promotions and multi-buy offers, check the current price at the top of this page. The illustrations below use round numbers so you can see how the maths works and then swap in the real price.

If a 10ml bottle costs about £4, that is 40p per millilitre. A moderate user taking around 2ml a day would use one bottle every five days, which comes to roughly £5.60 a week on liquid. Add a pod or coil costing a few pounds every one to two weeks, and a weekly running cost of around £7 to £8 is realistic for a regular vaper.

For comparison, a typical single-use vape with 2ml of liquid used to cost somewhere between £5 and £7. That is £2.50 to £3.50 per millilitre, a price many people accepted for the convenience. Switching to refillable 10ml bottles can cut your liquid costs by something like 80 to 90 percent for the same amount of vaping. The cost of a refillable kit is a one-off outlay, usually between £10 and £30 depending on the model and brand, and it is recovered quite quickly.

Compared with smoking, the gap is wider still. A pack of 20 cigarettes in the UK now costs well over £15, so a person smoking a pack a day spends more than £100 a week. Even allowing for the device and spare coils, switching fully to vaping typically saves hundreds of pounds a month.

What affects whether this bottle is good value for you:

• Multi-buy deals: look for bundles of several 10ml bottles, which can lower the average price per bottle
• Coil life: sweet liquids can shorten it, so factor in a coil every one to two weeks
• Your device: a mesh-coil pod kit with a good seal wastes less liquid than a leaky budget model
• Your strength: if 20mg/ml is right for you, you will vape less often than on a weaker liquid, which stretches the bottle

Elux is a recognised name, and part of what you pay for is consistent batch quality and clear labelling. If you are on a tight budget, own-brand and value-line nic salts will sometimes undercut Elux, though the flavour can be less refined. The honest summary is that this bottle is fairly priced for its category, and the bigger saving comes from moving away from single-use devices rather than from picking one brand over another.

How It Compares With Alternatives

Cherry Ice is a crowded flavour category, and Elux is one of several brands that offer it in a 10ml nic salt. Being fair about the alternatives helps you decide, so here is how the main options compare in general terms. Product ranges change, so treat this as a guide to style rather than a list of what is in stock.

• Elf Liq and Lost Mary nic salts: follow a similar fruit-and-ice formula, since they come from the same disposable-vape tradition. Pricing and strength options are close to Elux, and the choice often comes down to which flavour names you like.
• Bar Juice and other value 10ml salts: usually cheaper per bottle and available in big multi-buy bundles. The flavours are broader and sometimes less sharply defined, but they are a reasonable choice if cost is your main concern.
• Dinner Lady Salt: leans toward dessert, drinks and more complex blends. The liquids are often a little pricier but suit someone who wants depth rather than a simple fruit-and-ice combination.
• Nasty Salt and similar mid-range brands: have a loyal following for bold flavour and a confident throat hit. They can feel stronger and sweeter than Elux, which some people prefer and others find heavy.
• Pod Salt and Nic Salt Shots styles: designed with pod devices in mind and sometimes sold at different base ratios. Worth considering if you want to match a liquid to a specific device.

Compared with other Elux flavours, Cherry Ice is a sweeter and simpler option than the multi-fruit blends, and a more fruit-led alternative to the mint and menthol options. If you tried a blend and found it too busy, this one may suit you better.

How does a refillable bottle compare with other formats?

• Versus single-use vapes: disposables are no longer sold in England, Scotland and Wales. Bottle-and-pod setups give you the same flavour variety and a much lower cost per puff, with the trade-off that you fill and maintain the device yourself.
• Versus pre-filled pods: sealed pods are convenient and tidy, but you pay more per millilitre and you are locked into a brand's range. A bottle gives you control and variety.
• Versus freebase e-liquid: freebase suits big sub-ohm clouds at lower strengths, while salts suit small devices and tighter draws. If you want large clouds, this is the wrong format.

There are real reasons you might choose something else: a cheaper multi-buy, a more complex flavour, or a different strength. But if you want a simple, clean cherry with a cool finish at the maximum UK strength, in a bottle that is easy to find and trust, Elux Nic Salts 20mg Cherry Ice does that job well.