Sweet Tangerine Coconut Nexus 100ml Shortfill

Overview

The Sweet Tangerine Coconut Nexus 100ml Shortfill by Nexus in Sweet Tangerine Coconut at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Nexus 100ml Shortfill Sweet Tangerine Coconut: Overview

Nexus 100ml Shortfill Sweet Tangerine Coconut is a nicotine-free, high-VG e-liquid sold in a large bottle with deliberate headroom, so you can add nicotine shots and mix your own strength at home. The flavour pairs sweet, juicy tangerine with a soft, creamy coconut finish. It sits in the fruit-and-cream corner of the shortfill market, where citrus brightness is balanced by something rounder and smoother on the exhale.

This is a refillable e-liquid, not a device. You pour it into a tank, pod or sub-ohm kit that you already own, which matters in the UK right now because single-use vapes have been banned from sale since June 2025. Shortfills are one of the most cost-effective ways to keep vaping a flavour you like without buying a new throwaway every few days.

Here is what you are getting at a glance:

• Format: 100ml shortfill bottle, supplied without nicotine so it can be sold in a larger size than regulated nicotine liquids allow.
• Flavour: sweet tangerine with a creamy coconut undertone.
• Blend: shortfills are normally formulated as a high-VG mix (70VG/30PG is the usual standard), so always confirm the ratio printed on your bottle.
• Best suited to: sub-ohm tanks and mesh-coil kits that handle thicker liquid and produce larger clouds.
• Nicotine: 0mg as supplied, with room for one or two 10ml nicotine shots.

The rest of this guide covers how the liquid behaves in real kit, how to work out nicotine strength, which devices suit it, how to mix and fill it, what to do when something goes wrong, and how it compares with other options on the UK market. If you only want the short version, jump to the nicotine and device sections. If you are new to shortfills, read the how-to-use section before you open the bottle.

As always, nicotine is addictive. Vaping products are for adult smokers and existing vapers who want an alternative to cigarettes. They are not for under-18s, non-smokers, or anyone who is pregnant or has a heart condition without medical advice. You must be 18 or over to buy from us, and you will be asked to confirm your age.

Flavour profile: what Sweet Tangerine Coconut actually tastes like

Flavour names on vape bottles can be vague, so here is a practical read of how this one is built. The headline note is tangerine: a sweet, slightly floral citrus that is closer to a ripe mandarin segment than to a sharp lemon or grapefruit. It is not sour and it does not carry the peel-bitterness you get from some orange e-liquids. The sweetness comes from the fruit itself plus the sweeteners that most shortfill flavourings use to round the edges.

The second note is coconut, and it behaves differently depending on how you vape. On a cooler setting you tend to taste the creamy, slightly milky side of coconut, a smooth finish that sits at the back of the tongue. On a warmer setting the coconut becomes a little toastier and more dessert-like, and it can start to mask the tangerine if you push the wattage too high.

Here is how the flavour typically unfolds across a single draw:

• Inhale: bright citrus sweetness arrives first, with a gentle fruity top note.
• Mid-draw: the tangerine fades slightly while the creamy coconut layer builds.
• Exhale: a soft, rounded coconut aftertaste with a hint of sweet citrus lingering.

Because it is a sweet profile, it is more of an all-day fruit than a menthol-style flavour. It has no cooling agent, so you will not get an icy throat feel unless you add one yourself. If you like your fruit liquids with a little chill, you could pair it with a separate menthol additive, though that is entirely optional and changes the character considerably.

A fair warning for anyone sensitive to sweet liquids: high sweetness can coat your coil faster than a drier flavour. That is not a fault, it is simply the chemistry of sugar-like flavour compounds, and it is covered in the coil-care part of this guide. If you vape sweet shortfills regularly, plan to replace coils a little sooner than you would with a tobacco or plain menthol liquid.

Performance and vapour delivery

Because this is an e-liquid rather than a device, performance comes down to three things: the VG/PG blend, the nicotine strength you mix, and the kit you put it in. A 100ml shortfill in a 70VG/30PG blend is designed for airy, high-power vaping, which means thick, dense vapour and a smooth, low-impact throat hit.

Here is what to expect from each part of the equation:

• Vapour production: the high VG content (vegetable glycerine) is what creates large clouds. In a sub-ohm kit running somewhere between 40W and 70W, you will get dense, visible vapour and a full mouthful of flavour per draw.
• Throat hit: PG (propylene glycol) carries the throat sensation, and at 30% it is mild. Adding nicotine shots increases the hit, particularly if you use freebase nicotine shots rather than nicotine salts.
• Flavour intensity: shortfills are usually flavoured at a level designed for the fact that you will dilute them slightly with nicotine shots. Adding two shots reduces the flavour concentration a little, so if you prefer the strongest taste, consider using just one shot or a larger bottle fill.
• Consistency: high-VG liquids are thick, so wicking speed matters. A coil with large wicking holes or a mesh surface area handles them well. Smaller restrictive pod systems may struggle.

On the question of puffs, there is no fixed number for a bottle because it depends on your device wattage and your vaping style. As a rough guide, a 100ml bottle typically lasts a moderate sub-ohm vaper around two to four weeks. A light user on a low-power device might stretch it to a month or more, while a heavy cloud-chaser may finish it in under a week. Mixing in nicotine shots adds volume, so a bottle with two shots ends up closer to 90ml or 120ml in total depending on how it was filled.

One practical note: if your kit produces too little vapour, check you have not mismatched the liquid and the coil. A 0.6-ohm coil at 15W is designed for thinner liquids, and a thick high-VG shortfill can underperform there. Matching the coil to the liquid is the single biggest lever on how good this e-liquid will taste.

Bottle design and build quality

A shortfill bottle is not glamorous, but good packaging makes the difference between a tidy refill and a sticky mess. Shortfills of this size are normally supplied in a soft plastic bottle, often called a chubby gorilla or unicorn-style bottle, with a long thin nozzle for filling tanks and pods and a tamper-evident, child-resistant cap.

Here is what to look for when your bottle arrives:

• Tamper-evident seal: the ring around the cap should be unbroken. If it has been broken, contact us rather than using the liquid.
• Child-resistant cap: press down and twist. It is designed to be awkward for small children, so keep the bottle out of their reach anyway.
• Nozzle: a narrow tip suits small pod fill ports and standard tank fill holes. If you have a very large or very small fill port, a blunt-tip bottle may be needed.
• Label information: look for the VG/PG ratio, the batch number, the best-before date and the nicotine warning. Shortfill labels also usually state how much nicotine shot you can add.
• Headspace: a 100ml shortfill is sold with spare room in the bottle. Depending on the fill level of your specific batch, that room accommodates one or two 10ml shots. Always check the label for the maximum recommended shot count.

Soft plastic is practical: you can squeeze the bottle gently to control the flow, and it is lightweight enough to carry. The downside is that plastic bottles are slightly more prone to developing small leaks around the nozzle if the cap is over-tightened or the bottle is squeezed hard in a bag. Storing it upright, in a cool dark place, avoids most issues.

Storage matters for flavour too. Heat and sunlight degrade flavourings and darken the liquid, so keep your bottle away from windowsills, car dashboards and radiators. An unopened, properly stored shortfill typically has a shelf life of around 18 to 24 months, and the best-before date on the label is the reliable guide. Once opened and mixed with a nicotine shot, try to use it within a few months for the best taste.

Device pairing: batteries, power and charging

There is no battery inside a bottle of e-liquid, so the question to ask here is which device and battery setup gets the best from it. The short answer is a sub-ohm tank or a mesh-coil pod kit with a battery that can deliver a steady 30W to 80W, ideally with adjustable wattage.

Common battery setups that work well include:

• Mid-power pod mod kits: typically 1000mAh to 2000mAh internal batteries and a wattage range of 5W to 40W. These suit lower-resistance mesh pods and give a manageable day's vaping per charge.
• Box mods with removable 18650 or 21700 cells: these run at higher wattage, from 40W upwards, and are the best match for large sub-ohm tanks. A single 21700 cell is usually rated around 4000mAh to 5000mAh.
• Compact sub-ohm kits with built-in batteries: typically 1500mAh to 3000mAh and an output of up to 80W or so.

A few practical points on charging and battery care apply regardless of the model:

• Charge using the cable and a USB adapter supplied with your device, or a reputable replacement with the correct output.
• Never leave removable cells charging unattended, and always use a dedicated external charger for 18650 and 21700 batteries.
• Do not carry loose batteries in a pocket with coins or keys. Use a battery case.
• Replace any cell that looks damaged, wrinkled or swollen.

Higher wattage uses more battery and more liquid. As a rule of thumb, running at 60W will drain a typical 3000mAh built-in battery in roughly half a day of regular use, while 25W to 30W with the same kit can last a full day. Because high-VG liquids need heat to flow and vaporise properly, resist the temptation to drop the wattage far below the coil manufacturer's recommended range. Too cool and the vapour thins out, the flavour flattens and the coil can flood.

When your device batteries reach end of life, recycle them. Most UK supermarkets, DIY shops and council recycling centres have battery drop-off points, and old devices go to WEEE electrical recycling points. Never put vape batteries in household bins.

Coil and mesh technology: choosing the right coil

The coil is where your e-liquid becomes vapour, and with a thick high-VG shortfill the coil choice has a direct effect on flavour. Wicking material, resistance and surface area all matter. The good news is that the right coil is easy to identify once you know what to look for.

The main coil types for a liquid like this are:

• Sub-ohm mesh coils (0.15 to 0.4 ohm): the usual recommendation. Mesh has a large surface area and many small wicking points, which spreads the heat evenly and gives a strong, consistent flavour with thick liquids. Typical power range is 40W to 80W.
• Standard sub-ohm round-wire coils (0.2 to 0.5 ohm): still dependable and often cheaper, though they can feel a little less flavourful than mesh at the same wattage.
• Mid-resistance mesh pod coils (0.6 to 0.8 ohm): these work with thicker liquids in newer pod kits designed for mouth-to-lung vaping. They run at 15W to 25W and are a good option if you prefer a tighter draw.
• Higher-resistance coils (1.0 ohm and above): best avoided with a 70VG liquid unless the coil is specifically rated for high-VG use. They can wick poorly and burn.

Sweet liquids with creamy notes, like coconut, tend to leave more residue on a coil than a drier flavour. That is normal. To get the longest life from each coil:

• Prime every new coil: drip a few drops straight onto the cotton and let it soak for five minutes before the first puff.
• Fill the tank at least halfway: running low risks a dry hit and permanently scorches the cotton.
• Use the recommended wattage: check the coil housing, which usually prints a power range.
• Chain vaping: pause for a few seconds between puffs so the wick can re-saturate.

As a rough guide, expect a coil to last between one and three weeks with this kind of sweet fruit and cream flavour. If the taste turns burnt, muted or unusually harsh, change the coil. It is cheaper than wasting a good bottle of liquid.

Nicotine strength guidance: how to mix your shortfill

This is the most important practical section, so it is worth reading slowly. Nexus 100ml Shortfill Sweet Tangerine Coconut ships with 0mg nicotine. In the UK, nicotine-containing e-liquids are limited to 10ml bottles and a maximum strength of 20mg/ml, which is why larger bottles are sold nicotine-free and you add nicotine yourself with separate 10ml nicotine shots. The same 20mg/ml ceiling applied to disposable vapes before they were banned, so a mixed strength of 3mg to 6mg here is well below what single-use devices used to deliver. You must be 18 or over to buy, and keep both liquid and shots well away from children and pets.

The formula is simple: (shot volume x shot strength) divided by total volume equals the final strength in mg/ml. Here are worked examples, assuming 20mg/ml shots:

• If your bottle holds 70ml of liquid and you add one 10ml shot: 200mg across 80ml gives 2.5mg/ml.
• If your bottle holds 70ml and you add two 10ml shots: 400mg across 90ml gives roughly 4.4mg/ml.
• If your bottle holds 100ml of liquid in a larger bottle and you add one 10ml shot: 200mg across 110ml gives roughly 1.8mg/ml.
• If it holds 100ml and you add two shots: 400mg across 120ml gives roughly 3.3mg/ml.

The fill volume varies between batches and packaging, so check the label before you calculate. If you use 18mg/ml shots instead of 20mg/ml, scale the numbers down accordingly.

As general guidance for sub-ohm vaping, which uses a lot of liquid per puff:

• 0mg to 1.5mg: for vapers who no longer need nicotine, or who are cutting down.
• 3mg: the most common starting point for ex-smokers moving to sub-ohm vaping from light to moderate smoking.
• 4mg to 6mg: for heavier smokers who find 3mg unsatisfying. At the higher end of this range, the throat hit becomes noticeable.

Higher power and more airflow means more nicotine per draw, so if you have just moved from a pod kit to a sub-ohm tank, start lower than you think you need. Too much nicotine feels harsh and can cause lightheadedness, nausea or a racing heart. If that happens, stop vaping, drink some water and get some fresh air.

Remember that nicotine shots are concentrated. Avoid skin contact, wipe up spills straight away and keep them away from children and pets. If you do not want nicotine at all, 0mg works perfectly well. The flavour is the same.

Who this shortfill suits, and who should skip it

Not every e-liquid fits every vaper, and it is better to be upfront about it. Here is a realistic picture of who tends to enjoy a sweet tangerine and coconut shortfill and who may be happier with something else.

This is likely to suit you if:

• You already own a sub-ohm tank, a mesh-coil kit or a refillable pod system that handles high-VG liquid.
• You enjoy fruit flavours with a creamy or dessert-style finish rather than icy or sharp ones.
• You want to control your own nicotine strength, including reducing it gradually over time.
• You use enough liquid that the lower price per millilitre of a 100ml bottle makes a real difference.
• You are an adult smoker switching to vaping and want a pleasant, non-tobacco flavour to help avoid slipping back.

You may want to look elsewhere if:

• You use a tight, restrictive pod device designed for nicotine salts. Thick 70VG liquid can flood or underperform in these. A 50/50 nic salt liquid is a better fit.
• You want a grab-and-go product with no mixing, charging or filling. A pre-mixed 10ml nic salt bottle in a pod system is simpler.
• You dislike sweet flavours. This one is sweet, with no cooling or tobacco element to cut through.
• You are very new to vaping and have no kit. You would need to buy a device first. We stock starter kits, and the kit you pick matters more than the liquid.

It is also worth being clear about who should not use it at all. If you are under 18, you cannot legally buy it. If you have never smoked, there is no health benefit to starting nicotine, and the best choice is not to start. And if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a heart condition, talk to your GP or pharmacist first, as they can point you toward licensed stop-smoking support.

Many UK stop-smoking services, including local NHS programmes, now support switching to vaping as part of a quit plan, so it is worth asking what support is available in your area.

How to use: mixing, filling and priming step by step

If you have never opened a shortfill before, the process is straightforward. Take your time on the first bottle and it will become routine quickly.

Mixing nicotine shots into the bottle:

• Wash and dry your hands. Place the bottle on a flat surface on some kitchen roll, in case of spills.
• Check the label for the maximum number of shots the bottle can take. Do not exceed it.
• Unscrew the cap, then remove the plastic nozzle by gently pulling it out. Some bottles have a nozzle that twists or pries out.
• Open your nicotine shot, squeeze its contents carefully into the shortfill bottle, and repeat for a second shot if you are using two.
• Push the nozzle back in firmly and replace the cap, making sure it is secure.
• Shake the bottle well for at least 30 seconds to blend the nicotine evenly through the thick liquid.
• Let it rest for a few hours, or ideally overnight, so the ingredients settle and the flavour settles into a consistent profile. This is known as steeping, and it is optional but worthwhile.

Filling your tank or pod:

• Switch off the device and unscrew the tank top cap, or open the fill port on a pod.
• Tilt the tank slightly and fill along the inside wall to reduce air bubbles. Avoid pouring directly over the central airflow tube.
• Stop just below the maximum fill line. Overfilling causes leaking and gurgling.
• Close the tank, then wait five to ten minutes for the wick to saturate before you take the first puff.

First puffs: take a few short, gentle draws without pressing the fire button for long, then step up to your normal pattern. This reduces the chance of dry hits on a fresh coil.

Wipe the bottle nozzle and your tank threads with a tissue after filling. A sticky bottle attracts dust and a sticky tank threads can crack over time. Store the bottle upright with the cap on tight, and label it with the date and the nicotine strength so you remember what you mixed.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with refillable vaping come down to a handful of causes, and almost all of them are easy to fix. Here are the issues we see most often with high-VG shortfills and what to do about them.

• Burnt or dry taste: usually a coil that has not been primed properly, or a tank that has run too low. Replace the coil, prime it thoroughly, keep the tank above half full and reduce the wattage slightly.
• Gurgling noise and spitting: this means the coil is flooded or the tank is overfilled. Take the tank off, blow gently through the mouthpiece to clear it, wipe the drip tip and lower the airflow slightly.
• Leaking from the tank: check that the coil is screwed in firmly, the O-rings are seated correctly and the tank is not overfilled. Worn rubber seals are a common cause and cost very little to replace.
• Weak or muted flavour: a tired coil is the most likely culprit. Sweet liquids gunk up coils faster than most. Swap the coil, or try a slightly higher wattage. If you used two nicotine shots, the flavour will be a little more dilute than it would be with one.
• Thin, wispy vapour: this is often a wattage mismatch, or a low-resistance coil being underpowered. Check the coil's recommended range, and raise power in small steps.
• Harsh throat hit: nicotine strength may be too high for your kit. Next time, use one shot instead of two, or switch to a smaller dose. Lowering the wattage slightly can also soften it.
• Liquid looks darker or smells different: some darkening is normal over time, but if the smell is off or the liquid has separated, do not use it.
• Device does not fire: check the battery charge and the connection between the tank and the battery. Clean the contacts with a dry cotton bud.

If you have a bottle you suspect is faulty, do not simply bin it. Keep the packaging, take a photo of the batch number and the problem, and contact us. We can investigate with the supplier and arrange a replacement where appropriate. For safety, never use e-liquid that smells burnt, chemical or sour.

Disposal is straightforward: empty plastic bottles can be rinsed and placed in household recycling in most areas, though you should check your local council's guidance. Nicotine shot bottles that contained concentrated nicotine should be fully emptied, and any residue disposed of according to local rules. Batteries and old devices should go to a battery or WEEE drop-off point, which many UK supermarkets and council recycling centres provide.

Value for money: cost per millilitre and running costs

Shortfills are popular for one reason above all others: they are cheaper per millilitre than small nicotine bottles. A 10ml bottle of nic salt liquid costs about the same as a decent chunk of a 100ml shortfill, so the savings add up for anyone who vapes every day.

Here is a simple way to think about the cost:

• Liquid cost: divide the bottle price by the volume you end up with after adding shots. A 100ml shortfill plus two 10ml shots gives you roughly 120ml of finished liquid in a typical full bottle, or 90ml from a 70ml fill. Check the current price on the product page and do the sum.
• Nicotine shot cost: shots are cheap, and are usually sold in multipacks. Buying a pack of shots with the shortfill is generally more economical than buying them singly.
• Coil cost: expect to replace a coil every one to three weeks. Coils are a real running cost with sub-ohm vaping, so factor in a few pounds a month.
• Power cost: negligible. Charging a vape battery costs pennies.

Compare that with the alternatives. Since the ban on single-use vapes in June 2025, the realistic comparison is with refillable pod kits using 10ml nic salt bottles, and with tobacco itself. At current UK cigarette prices, a daily smoker can save a meaningful amount per month by switching to vaping, and a shortfill-based setup is at the cheaper end of the vaping options.

Where shortfills are not good value is for very light users. If you only vape a couple of times a day, a 100ml bottle can sit open for months and lose some flavour quality. In that case, a 50ml shortfill or a 10ml bottle may be wiser, because liquid you cannot finish is liquid wasted.

Finally, think about time. Mixing and filling take a few minutes a week. Some vapers enjoy the routine; others find it a chore. If convenience matters more than the lowest cost, it is fair to say a pre-filled pod system might suit you better, even if it costs more over time.

How it compares with other options

It would not be honest to pretend there are no alternatives, so here is a fair comparison of where Nexus Sweet Tangerine Coconut sits against the main competing categories. This is general guidance rather than a ranking, and your own taste should have the final say.

Against other 100ml fruit shortfills. Brands such as IVG, Doozy Vape Co, Ohm Boy and Bar Juice all sell large-format fruit shortfills at similar prices. Most are 70VG/30PG and perform much the same in similar kit. The practical differences are flavour recipe, sweetness level and how the flavour holds up after dilution with shots. Tropical and citrus profiles are crowded, so if you like a particular brand's house style, there is no strong reason to switch for performance alone. What this liquid offers is a specific combination, tangerine with coconut, that is less common than the usual mango, strawberry or blue raspberry options.

Against nicotine salt liquids. Nic salt 10ml bottles, usually 50VG/50PG or similar, work in small pod devices, deliver nicotine faster, and have a tighter, more cigarette-like throat feel. They are better for light-power, mouth-to-lung vaping and for people who want maximum simplicity. They cost more per millilitre, and you cannot easily build a large cloud with them. A shortfill is the better choice if you use a sub-ohm kit and want volume at a lower price.

Against pre-filled pods. Closed pod systems are convenient and consistent, but they limit your flavour choice to what the brand sells, and each pod is more expensive over time. Shortfills give you freedom but need more attention.

Against disposables. Single-use vapes are no longer sold legally in the UK, and even before the ban they carried a higher cost and a bigger environmental footprint. Where a disposable offered 20mg/ml nicotine in a small, fixed format, a refillable system gives you the control to lower strength over time.

In summary: this shortfill is a sound choice for sub-ohm users who want a sweet, fruity-creamy flavour at a sensible price. It is not the only option, it is not the cheapest, and it is not going to suit a nic-salt pod user without a change of kit.