Bloody Berry Nasty Ballin 50ml

Overview

The Bloody Berry Nasty Ballin 50ml by Nasty in Bloody Berry at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Overview: Nasty Ballin 50ml Bloody Berry

Nasty Ballin 50ml Bloody Berry is a shortfill e-liquid from Nasty Juice, supplied as 50ml of nicotine-free liquid in a 60ml bottle. The spare 10ml of space is there so you can add a nicotine shot, or you can leave the liquid at 0mg if you vape without nicotine. It is a high-VG formula designed for sub-ohm tanks and open pod systems, and it belongs to the Ballin line, which Nasty positions as a large-bottle, everyday range rather than a limited release.

Bloody Berry is a berry flavour. The name points towards a dark, deep fruit style rather than a light, candy-sweet blend, and that is how this page treats it: a sweet, juicy berry profile that is intended to stay pleasant across a full tank rather than fade into a flat sweetness after a day of use. We have deliberately not invented a list of tasting notes that the label does not support. Where we describe flavour below, we describe the style and how it behaves in different devices, and you should check the bottle label and the product listing for the exact flavour wording on your batch.

This guide covers what the shortfill format means in practice, how the liquid behaves in a tank, which coils and devices suit it, how to choose a nicotine strength within UK rules, how to mix and troubleshoot it, and how it compares with other 50ml options. It is written for UK adult vapers aged 18 and over, and for smokers who are considering a switch and want to understand what they are buying before they order.

• Format: 50ml shortfill in a 60ml bottle
• Nicotine as supplied: 0mg/ml, with room for one 10ml nicotine shot
• Base: high-VG blend, listed by the brand as 70VG/30PG (check your bottle label)
• Best suited to: sub-ohm tanks and open pod kits with mesh or low-resistance coils
• Flavour family: berry

If you are new to shortfills, the short version is simple. You buy a large bottle of flavoured liquid with no nicotine, and if you want nicotine you add a separate shot and shake. It costs less per ml than buying five 10ml bottles, and it lets you set your own strength.

Specifications and format at a glance

Before looking at flavour and performance, it helps to be clear about what is in the box and what the numbers on the label mean. Shortfills exist because of how UK rules work. Nicotine-containing e-liquid in the UK is limited to 10ml per bottle and a maximum strength of 20mg/ml. A 50ml bottle of liquid with nicotine would break the bottle-size limit, so manufacturers sell 50ml of nicotine-free liquid in a 60ml bottle and leave the nicotine decision to you.

• Liquid volume: 50ml of flavoured e-liquid
• Bottle size: 60ml, leaving about 10ml of headspace
• Nicotine strength supplied: 0mg/ml
• VG/PG ratio: 70VG/30PG as listed by the brand for this range; always confirm on the label of the bottle you receive
• Intended hardware: sub-ohm tanks, rebuildable-style tanks fitted with pre-made coils, and open pod systems that accept thicker liquid
• Typical coil range: mesh coils from roughly 0.15 to 0.4 ohm for sub-ohm use, running at about 40 to 80W depending on the coil
• Age restriction: 18+, with age checks at order and delivery

The 70VG/30PG ratio is what shapes almost everything else about the liquid. VG (vegetable glycerine) is thick and produces dense vapour with a smooth, slightly sweet feel on the inhale. PG (propylene glycol) is thinner, carries flavour well and gives more of the throat sensation that smokers often associate with a cigarette. A 70/30 blend leans towards vapour and smoothness rather than throat hit, which is why it is normally paired with open, airy devices rather than tight, restrictive ones.

Adding a nicotine shot changes the numbers slightly. Most UK nicotine shots are 10ml at 18mg/ml, and many are mixed at 50VG/50PG or 70VG/30PG. Adding one to the bottle gives roughly 3mg/ml total strength, and the overall VG/PG ratio moves by a couple of percentage points depending on the shot. That shift is small, and it does not change how the liquid wicks in a way you would notice.

One practical point on batch information: the bottle carries a batch number and best-before date. If you ever need to contact the shop about a problem, those two details make it much quicker to investigate.

Flavour profile: what Bloody Berry is built to taste like

Berry e-liquids vary enormously. Some are sharp and tart, built around blackcurrant or blueberry. Others are soft and jammy, leaning on strawberry and raspberry. Bloody Berry's name suggests the darker, richer end of that spectrum, and the Ballin range as a whole is built to be sweet and approachable rather than sour or medicinal. Treat the following as a description of style rather than a guaranteed ingredient list.

• Inhale: expect a rounded berry sweetness that arrives quickly, helped by the high-VG base, which carries flavour smoothly through a sub-ohm coil.
• Exhale: berry flavours of this type tend to linger as a slightly deeper, juicier note, with a fuller finish than a light fruit mix would give.
• Sweetness: moderate to high. Dark berry blends are usually sweeter than citrus or menthol styles, which matters for coil life, as covered in the coil section below.
• Cooling: this is not sold as an ice flavour, so do not expect a menthol blast. If you want cooling, a few drops of a menthol additive are an option, though they will change the character of the liquid.

How the flavour comes across depends heavily on the device. In a mesh-coil sub-ohm tank at moderate power, berry liquids usually taste fuller and slightly cooler because the airflow is wide and the vapour is not very hot. Push the same liquid hard on a high wattage and the sweetness tends to turn flat and a little burnt-sugar in character. Running it at the lower end of the coil's wattage range normally gives the most defined fruit.

There is also the matter of vaper's tongue, the temporary loss of taste that comes from vaping one sweet flavour all day. Dark berry profiles can be prone to it because the sweetness is constant. Taking a break with water, or alternating with a different flavour for a day, usually restores things. It is not a sign that the liquid has gone off or that your coil has failed.

If you like Bloody Berry, you may also want to look at other berry-led liquids across the Nasty and wider Ballin lineup, and at the other flavours we stock in 50ml format, so you can keep a second bottle to rotate in.

Performance and vapour delivery

Performance with a shortfill is a combination of the liquid, the coil and the power you run it at. The liquid contributes its thickness and flavour concentration. The device decides how much of it gets turned into vapour, and how hot that vapour is when it reaches your mouth.

With a 70VG liquid in a sub-ohm tank, you should see dense vapour production and a smooth, soft inhale. That is the main appeal of this format. It is a direct-to-lung style of vaping, meaning you inhale straight into the lungs through a wide-open airflow, rather than the mouth-to-lung style used by pod kits and traditional cigalikes. If you have only used tight, restricted devices before, the first few sessions of direct-to-lung vaping can feel like a lot of vapour, so start with the airflow partly closed and open it as you get used to it.

• Vapour production: high, thanks to the VG-heavy base and wide coils.
• Throat hit: light at 0mg, and gentle at around 3mg. The 70VG base softens the hit at any strength.
• Flavour intensity: strongest when the coil is properly primed and run in the middle of its recommended wattage range.
• Consistency across the bottle: a well-mixed bottle should taste the same from first tank to last. If you add a shot, shake thoroughly and give it a few hours to settle before judging.

On liquid consumption, sub-ohm vaping uses noticeably more liquid than mouth-to-lung vaping. A moderate user on a mesh coil might get through somewhere in the region of 3 to 6ml a day, so one 50ml bottle could last roughly eight to sixteen days depending on power, airflow and habits. Those are estimates, not guarantees, but they are useful for judging how many bottles to buy at once.

Thick liquid also affects wicking. Coils with large wicking ports handle 70VG without trouble, but if a coil is old, or if you are running a smaller-ported pod, you may notice slower wicking and the occasional dry or spitting hit. Giving a new coil five to ten minutes after filling before the first puff solves most of these early problems, and it is the single most useful habit for anyone using a high-VG liquid.

Design and build quality of the bottle

A shortfill is mostly a liquid, but the bottle matters more than people expect, particularly for a product you handle every day and top up several times a week. The Ballin bottle follows the common UK shortfill format: a 60ml soft plastic bottle with a narrow dropper-style nozzle, a child-resistant cap and a tamper-evident seal. The nozzle is designed to fit most standard tank fill ports, though very small fill holes on some pod devices can be fiddly.

• Material: flexible plastic, which lets you squeeze liquid out in a controlled stream and lets you shake the bottle properly after adding a nicotine shot.
• Nozzle: thin and tapered, which suits most tank fill slots and reduces spills.
• Cap: child-resistant, as required for e-liquid sold in the UK. It takes a firm push-and-twist, so keep it away from children and pets regardless.
• Label: carries the product name, the nicotine statement, ingredients, batch code and the legally required warnings.
• Headspace: the empty 10ml at the top is intentional. It is the space for the nicotine shot, and it also helps with shaking.

In use, the thing to watch is the seal after the first opening. Wipe the nozzle after filling a tank, because residue left on the thread can make the cap stick and can leave a sticky film in a bag or pocket. Store the bottle upright, away from direct sunlight and away from heat sources such as a car dashboard or a radiator. Heat and light degrade e-liquid over time, darkening the colour and dulling the flavour.

Once you have used the bottle, it should not go straight in the bin. Empty plastic bottles are usually accepted for recycling, but local rules differ, and residue from nicotine liquids can complicate things. Check what your local council accepts for e-liquid bottles. If the council will not take them in kerbside collections, many household waste recycling centres have a collection point, and some vape retailers run take-back schemes. Any batteries, vape devices or pods should go to a dedicated electrical or battery recycling point, not the household bin, because lithium cells are a real fire risk in bin lorries and sorting plants.

Battery and charging: matching the right device

A bottle of e-liquid has no battery of its own, so the battery and charging question here is really about the device you will use it in. Because Bloody Berry is a high-VG, direct-to-lung style liquid, it generally pairs with devices that have enough battery capacity to run a mesh coil at 40 to 80W for a day. A pod kit with a small 400 to 800mAh battery will drain quickly if you ask it to run a sub-ohm mesh coil, and may not fire reliably at all if the coil resistance is too low for the chip.

• Box mod kits: typically use a built-in battery in the region of 2,000 to 3,000mAh, or one or two replaceable 18650 cells rated at 3,000mAh or more. These suit sub-ohm tanks and mesh coils.
• Slim sub-ohm pen kits: often around 1,000 to 1,800mAh, usable at lower wattages with 0.4 to 0.6 ohm coils.
• Open pod kits: batteries commonly range from 800 to 1,500mAh and use higher-resistance mesh pods. Only some accept 70VG comfortably, so check the device specification.

Charging practice is the same for all of these. Use the cable supplied with the device, or a reputable USB cable from a known brand, and use a standard wall adapter rated at 5V with 1 to 2A output. Avoid cheap unbranded chargers and avoid leaving a device charging unattended overnight. Lithium cells that are over-charged or damaged can fail, and while the risk is small, the consequences are serious enough to justify simple precautions.

• Do not carry loose 18650 cells in a pocket with keys or coins. Use a plastic case.
• Stop using any cell with a torn or damaged wrap, and take it for recycling.
• Do not charge a device that is hot, swollen or has been dropped hard.
• Take dead batteries and devices to a proper drop-off point rather than the household bin. Many supermarkets, electrical retailers and household waste recycling centres have collection bins for exactly this purpose.

A final note on the UK context. The 20mg/ml nicotine limit that applies to refillable e-liquid and nicotine shots also applied to old-style disposable vapes, but single-use disposables have since been banned from sale across the UK. That makes refillable systems running shortfills like this one the main route for vapers who want a large flavour choice, and it makes proper battery recycling more relevant, not less.

Coil and mesh technology that suits this liquid

The coil is where a high-VG liquid either works well or causes problems, so it deserves more detail than any other component. A coil heats a wick, usually organic cotton, and the e-liquid soaks into the wick and is vaporised. Thick liquid moves into the cotton more slowly than thin liquid, so the coil needs to be designed to let it in quickly.

• Mesh coils: a flat sheet of mesh wire lined with cotton. They have a large surface area, heat evenly and wick thick liquid well. Typical resistances run from 0.15 to 0.4 ohm. For a 70VG berry liquid, a mesh coil is the first thing to try.
• Standard round-wire sub-ohm coils: a coiled wire inside a cotton wick, usually 0.2 to 0.5 ohm. They work with 70VG, but tend to give a little less flavour and a bit more heat than mesh at the same wattage.
• Higher-resistance coils (0.6 to 1.0 ohm): intended for mouth-to-lung vaping at lower wattages. They can run 70VG if the wicking ports are large, but many struggle with the thickness and may produce dry hits.

Sweet liquids put more strain on coils than unsweetened ones. Sugars and sweeteners caramelise on the coil and build up a dark crust, known as gunk. This reduces flavour and, over time, blocks the wicking ports. Dark berry flavours like this one can be fairly sweet, so expect a coil to last a little less time than it would with a menthol or tobacco liquid. A realistic range is one to three weeks per coil for a daily user, depending on power and habits. Replace the coil when the flavour turns flat or burnt, not on a calendar.

To get the most out of each coil, follow a few steps. Prime the cotton by dripping a few drops of liquid directly onto it before installation. Fill the tank, wait at least five minutes and ideally ten, then take the first few puffs at low power before moving to your normal setting. Keep the wattage within the range printed on the coil. Do not chain vape without letting the wick refill between puffs. Clean the tank at each coil change, not just at each refill.

If you are not sure what your device supports, the coil's printed wattage range is the most reliable guide. Matching the coil to the liquid, rather than the other way round, is the reliable way to avoid wasted bottles and early coil failures.

Nicotine strength guidance

Choosing a nicotine strength is the decision that matters most with any shortfill, and it is also the one that people get wrong in both directions. Too little nicotine leaves cravings unsatisfied and leads to over-vaping. Too much makes the vapour harsh, causes dizziness or nausea in some people and is a poor use of a high-VG liquid that is supposed to be smooth.

As supplied, Bloody Berry is 0mg/ml. To add nicotine, you buy a 10ml nicotine shot, usually 18mg/ml, add it to the 60ml bottle and shake well. The maths is straightforward: 10ml at 18mg/ml is 180mg of nicotine in 60ml of liquid, which works out at 3mg/ml. A 10ml shot at 20mg/ml gives about 3.3mg/ml. Under UK rules, nicotine e-liquid is limited to 20mg/ml, and shortfill is not sold with nicotine in it, so this mixing step is how you get from 0mg to a usable strength.

• 0mg: for people who vape for flavour and habit only, or who are no longer nicotine dependent.
• 3mg (one 18mg shot): the usual starting point for former moderate smokers using a sub-ohm tank.
• Below 3mg: add half a shot, or use a 3mg lower-strength shot where available, if you find 3mg too strong.
• Above 3mg: this is difficult with a 50ml shortfill. Higher strengths are better served by 10ml nic salt or freebase bottles intended for mouth-to-lung kits.

A caution that is worth stating clearly: sub-ohm vaping delivers a lot of liquid per puff, so 3mg in a sub-ohm device can deliver more total nicotine than the same strength in a small pod. If you are coming from cigarettes and want higher nicotine, a mouth-to-lung setup with 10 or 20mg nic salts is usually a better fit than a shortfill. If you have never smoked or vaped, you do not need nicotine at all, and vaping is not recommended for non-smokers or anyone under 18.

After adding a shot, shake the bottle for at least thirty seconds, then leave it for a few hours, ideally overnight, before vaping. Some liquids taste slightly different once the nicotine has fully blended. Nicotine is a hazardous substance in concentrated form, so handle shots carefully, keep them out of reach of children and wash any skin contact straight away.

Who Bloody Berry is for

No single liquid suits everyone, and being honest about that saves time and money. Bloody Berry makes sense for a specific type of user, and is a poor match for others.

It is likely to suit you if:

• You already use, or plan to use, a sub-ohm tank or an open pod kit with a mesh coil.
• You like fruit flavours, particularly berries, and prefer sweetness to menthol or tobacco.
• You want a large bottle at a lower price per ml than 10ml bottles, and you are happy to mix in your own nicotine.
• You prefer a smooth, vapour-heavy experience over a sharp throat hit.
• You vape often enough to use a 50ml bottle within a few weeks, so the liquid does not sit for months.

It is probably not the right choice if:

• You use a small, tight pod kit or a cigalike that is designed for thin 50VG or nic-salt liquid. A 70VG liquid may wick badly and cause dry hits or leaks.
• You want a strong nicotine hit equivalent to a 20mg nic salt. A shortfill with a single shot tops out around 3mg.
• You dislike sweet flavours or find berry blends cloying.
• You are not currently a smoker or vaper. Vaping carries risks and is intended as an alternative for adult smokers, not a starting habit.
• You want a single-use, no-maintenance device. Shortfills need a refillable tank, coils and some basic upkeep.

For people who are switching from smoking, the practical route is usually to begin with higher-strength nic salts in a small pod kit, and move to a shortfill and sub-ohm kit later if they miss large clouds or want a wider flavour choice, reducing nicotine over time. For experienced vapers, a sweet berry shortfill is a straightforward, low-risk bottle to keep as an all-day option or to alternate with other flavours.

If you are unsure about suitability, the sensible approach is to match the liquid to your device first, then choose the flavour. A good liquid in the wrong device will always disappoint.

How to use and mix your shortfill

Using a shortfill properly takes a few minutes the first time, and then becomes routine. The process has two parts: mixing the nicotine if you want it, and filling and priming the tank.

Mixing a nicotine shot

• Wash and dry your hands, and work somewhere with good light and a surface you can wipe clean.
• Open the shortfill bottle and pull off the nozzle or unscrew the cap, depending on the design.
• Open the nicotine shot and pour the whole 10ml into the 60ml bottle. Do not overfill, as the headspace is calculated for one shot.
• Refit the nozzle and cap firmly.
• Shake the bottle thoroughly for at least thirty seconds.
• Label the bottle with the date and strength. Use a pen or sticker, because a bottle that is later confused with a 0mg one is a genuine problem.
• Let it rest for a few hours before use.

Filling and starting a tank

• Fit a fresh coil and prime the cotton by adding a few drops directly onto it.
• Fill the tank to the maximum fill line, not above it, and avoid covering the central airflow tube.
• Close the tank, let it stand for five to ten minutes so the cotton saturates.
• Set the power to the lower half of the coil's recommended range.
• Take a few gentle puffs, then adjust power and airflow to taste.

When topping up, do not let the tank run completely dry. A low liquid level exposes the wick and can scorch the cotton, which leaves a lasting burnt taste. Top up when the tank is a quarter full. If you are changing flavour, rinse the tank and use a new coil rather than mixing a new liquid with the residue of an old one.

Store spare bottles upright in a cool, dark place, with the cap on. Shaken, opened and mixed bottles are best used within a few months, as nicotine can darken liquid with age. This is cosmetic and does not normally affect safety, though a strong colour change or off smell means it is time to replace the bottle.

Keep liquid and nicotine shots away from children and pets at all times. If liquid is swallowed, or splashes in the eyes, seek medical advice straight away and take the bottle with you.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with shortfills come down to the coil, the wicking, the power setting or the way the nicotine was mixed. Working through the following list normally finds the cause without needing to replace anything.

• Burnt or dry taste on first use: the coil was not primed. Replace the coil or let the tank stand longer, drop the wattage and take shorter puffs until the flavour returns. If the taste stays burnt after a day, the cotton is scorched and the coil needs replacing.
• Gurgling or spitting: too much condensation or liquid in the airflow. Check that the coil is seated firmly, the tank is not overfilled, and that the airflow is not choked. Wipe the central tube with a tissue.
• Leaking from the tank: usually caused by loose seals, a cracked tank glass, or a coil that is not screwed in fully. Dismantle the tank, dry every part and rebuild it. Also avoid filling above the line.
• Weak or muted flavour: a gunked coil, vaper's tongue or a wattage that is too high. Try a new coil, a day on a different flavour and a lower power setting.
• Throat harshness: the nicotine is too strong for you, or the wattage is too high. Lower power first, then consider a lower strength.
• Nicotine seems weak: the shot may not be mixed properly. Shake the bottle again, and remember that 3mg is a low strength in absolute terms.
• Liquid looks darker than before: normal ageing, particularly after adding a nicotine shot. A slight tint is not a concern. A very dark colour or a strange smell is.
• Device will not fire: usually a battery or connection issue, not the liquid. Check charge, clean the contacts and confirm the coil resistance is within the device's range.

Before blaming the liquid, replace the coil and clean the tank. These two steps solve the large majority of complaints.

If the bottle is leaking in transit, or arrives with a broken seal, a cracked body or a missing cap, do not use it. Keep the bottle, take photographs and contact the shop with your order number and the batch code from the label. Do not pour damaged e-liquid down a drain. Wrap it in absorbent material in a sealed bag and take it to your household waste recycling centre or follow local council advice.

Value for money and how it compares

Value in e-liquid is easy to measure and easy to get wrong. The headline price tells you less than the price per ml, the price per week of vaping and the cost of the coils you will burn through. A 50ml shortfill is normally cheaper per ml than 10ml bottles, but it needs a nicotine shot, which adds a few pounds, and it works only in devices that suit it.

• Price per ml: a 50ml shortfill generally costs less per ml than five 10ml bottles, often by a clear margin. Check the current price on the product page, as it changes with promotions.
• Nicotine shot: adds a small cost, though a shot is still cheaper than buying nic-salt in the same volume.
• Coils: sub-ohm coils cost more and wear out faster than pod coils, which offsets some of the saving.
• Usage: sub-ohm vaping uses more liquid, so the saving per ml is partly spent on volume.

Against the alternatives, the comparison is as follows. Compared with 10ml nic-salt bottles, Bloody Berry gives much more vapour and a gentler throat, but much less nicotine per puff, so it suits a different type of user and is not a like-for-like replacement. Compared with other 70VG shortfills from brands such as IVG, Doozy Vape Co or Dr. Frost, it sits in the same general price band. The differences lie in flavour style rather than format. Nasty's range tends towards sweet, bold flavours, while some competitors lean towards more subtle or tart blends. Which is better depends on taste, and we would rather say that than claim a ranking we cannot support.

Compared with the disposables that used to dominate the UK market, a refillable setup is more work but usually much cheaper over a month, and it produces far less waste. Since single-use disposables are no longer sold in the UK, the comparison is now mainly between different refillable options. If you also use a device that takes pre-filled pods, the pod system will be simpler, though flavour choice is narrower and the cost per ml is often higher.

On balance, Bloody Berry is good value for a regular sub-ohm vaper who likes berry flavours, uses a compatible coil and goes through a bottle in a couple of weeks. It is not good value for someone who vapes lightly, runs a tight pod device or needs high nicotine. For those users, a different format is the more sensible purchase.