Orange Mix / 12mg Slush Brew by Ohm Brew 10ml

Overview

The Orange Mix / 12mg Slush Brew by Ohm Brew 10ml by Slush in Orange Mix / 12mg at 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Overview: what Slush Brew Orange Mix is

Slush Brew by Ohm Brew in the Orange Mix flavour is a 10ml bottle of nicotine e-liquid sold in a 12mg strength. It belongs to the Slush line, which aims to recreate the feel of a chilled, crushed-ice fruit drink rather than a heavy dessert or confectionery profile. The Orange Mix name points to a blended citrus character rather than a single, plain orange, and the bottle follows the standard small-bottle format that UK vapers will recognise from any vape shop.

This is an e-liquid, not a disposable and not a device. You pour it into a refillable pod, tank or clearomizer, and it is vaporised by whichever coil your hardware uses. That distinction matters because a lot of the questions people ask about e-liquids, such as how long it lasts, how it feels in the throat and how much vapour it makes, depend as much on the device as on the bottle. This page covers both sides so you can judge whether the liquid suits the kit you already own.

A few points are worth stating up front so expectations are realistic:

• Bottle size: 10ml, which is the largest container UK rules allow for nicotine-containing e-liquid.
• Nicotine: 12mg/ml, which equals 1.2% and sits in the middle of the usual 3mg to 18mg range sold in the UK.
• Flavour direction: orange-led citrus with a light, icy slush feel.
• Intended use: refillable devices only, by adults who already smoke or vape.

We describe the typical behaviour of this style of liquid and flag anywhere you should check the printed label on your own bottle, because VG/PG ratios, sweeteners and packaging details can change between batches. Nothing on this page is medical advice, and nicotine is addictive, so it should only be bought by adults aged 18 or over who want an alternative to smoking.

Key specifications at a glance

Because this is a liquid, the specification list is shorter than it would be for a hardware product, but each line affects how you will use it. Here is the summary, with notes on what is fixed by the listing and what you should confirm on the label.

• Product: Slush Brew by Ohm Brew, Orange Mix flavour.
• Category: nicotine e-liquid for refillable vaping devices.
• Container: 10ml plastic bottle with a narrow nozzle, a tamper-evident ring and a child-resistant cap.
• Nicotine strength: 12mg/ml (1.2%). The UK ceiling for nicotine e-liquid is 20mg/ml, so 12mg is comfortably under it.
• Typical base: propylene glycol (PG), vegetable glycerine (VG), nicotine and flavourings. The exact PG/VG split is printed on the bottle, so read it before you choose a coil.
• Best-matched hardware: pod kits and small tanks that use a coil of roughly 0.8 to 1.5 ohm, run at low to moderate power. If the label shows a high-VG blend, a free-flowing coil with larger wicking holes is the safer pairing.
• Approximate yield: a 10ml bottle fills a typical 2ml UK tank about five times. Depending on wattage and puff length, that works out at roughly 700 to 1,200 puffs, which is an estimate and not a guarantee.
• Age restriction: 18+ only. Age verification applies when buying.

It helps to think of the bottle as a fuel supply. The number of puffs you get is a function of how much liquid your coil vaporises per second, which rises with power and falls with coil resistance. A low-power pod kit may stretch one bottle across a week or more for a moderate user, while a higher-wattage tank can empty the same bottle in a few days. Keep that in mind when you compare cost per bottle against cost per day.

Flavour profile

The headline note is orange, and the Orange Mix name suggests it is built from more than one citrus component. In practice this style of liquid usually combines a sweet juice-like orange with a slightly sharper zest or mandarin edge, so the flavour reads as rounded rather than sour. If you have tried orange soda, orange squash or a frozen orange ice pop, you will have a decent reference point for the direction.

The slush element describes texture and temperature more than taste. On the inhale you can expect a bright, sweet citrus hit. On the exhale the flavour tends to settle into a lighter, cooler finish that mimics crushed ice melting in a fruit drink. This is usually done with a mild cooling agent rather than a heavy menthol blast, so it should not feel like a mint liquid with orange added. If you dislike any cooling effect at all, check the ingredient panel for cooling agents or ask the retailer before buying.

How the flavour changes with your set-up:

• Low power, tighter draw: the orange stays crisp and sharp, the sweetness is restrained and the cooling note is more noticeable.
• Higher power, looser draw: the liquid warms up, the sweetness becomes rounder and the zesty edge softens. Push too far and the flavour can turn flat or slightly cooked.
• Fresh coil: the cleanest, most defined taste appears in the first few days. Citrus flavours are among the first to dull as a coil ages.

Sweetness is the usual trade-off with fruit-and-ice blends. Sweeteners can leave a film on the coil, which is why we recommend changing coils on a schedule rather than waiting for a burnt taste. Flavour fatigue is also common with a single fruit profile, so many vapers keep a second bottle in a different family, such as berry or mint, and alternate between them. That habit keeps the palate fresh and also spreads wear across your coil.

Performance and puff delivery

At 12mg the liquid is designed for people who want a noticeable but not harsh throat hit. In a mouth-to-lung (MTL) set-up you will get a gentle scratch at the back of the throat that is closer to a light cigarette than to a strong one. In a restricted direct-lung set-up the same strength feels smoother and the vapour volume is higher, but you will also take in more nicotine per puff, so most people run a lower strength there.

Vapour production depends on the VG content printed on the bottle. A balanced or PG-leaning blend produces moderate clouds and carries flavour sharply. A VG-heavy blend gives denser vapour and a smoother throat feel but can mute flavour a little and needs a coil with wide wicking channels. Neither is better in the abstract, they just suit different hardware.

What to expect in day-to-day use:

• Puff count: a 10ml bottle typically delivers somewhere between 700 and 1,200 puffs on a pod kit running 8 to 15 watts. Longer puffs and higher power shorten that number.
• Tank life: a 2ml tank usually lasts 150 to 250 puffs before it needs topping up, so plan on five fills per bottle.
• Consistency: flavour should stay steady from the first puff of a fill to the last, provided the coil is healthy and the tank does not run dry. Letting a tank run empty is the most common cause of a harsh, burnt hit.
• Nicotine satisfaction: a vaper who smoked around ten to fifteen cigarettes a day often finds 12mg enough to control cravings without constant puffing. Heavier smokers may notice they need a stronger bottle or a nicotine salt.

Pacing matters. Short, evenly spaced puffs deliver cleaner flavour than long drags because the coil has time to re-wet between draws. If you notice flavour thinning out during a session, pause for ten to fifteen seconds and the wick will usually recover. Persistent weak flavour usually means the coil is due for replacement rather than there being a fault with the liquid.

Design and build quality

Because the product is a liquid, build quality here means the bottle, cap, label and consistency of the contents. UK rules require nicotine e-liquid to be sold in a container with a child-resistant and tamper-evident closure, and a refill mechanism that prevents leakage during filling. This bottle follows that pattern: a soft plastic body that you can squeeze gently, a narrow nozzle that fits most modern pod fill ports, and a cap that needs a firm push-and-turn motion to remove.

Things worth checking when the bottle arrives:

• Seal ring: the tamper-evident ring should be intact. If it is already broken, do not use the bottle and contact the seller.
• Label information: the nicotine strength, volume, ingredient list, batch number and health warning should all be legible. The warning text is a legal requirement and is there for good reason.
• Nozzle condition: a clean, even tip makes it easier to fill without spilling. Some narrow pod ports need a thin tip, so confirm yours will accept it.
• Liquid colour: a pale gold to light amber tone is normal for a citrus liquid. Colour darkens naturally with age and light exposure, and that is not necessarily a defect.

On the practical side, a soft squeeze bottle gives you control, but over-squeezing can force air and liquid out suddenly and cause a spill. Squeeze slowly, stop when the tank is about three-quarters full and wipe the nozzle before replacing the cap. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and out of the reach of children and pets. A nicotine liquid is toxic if swallowed or absorbed through the skin in quantity, so keep it away from anywhere it could be mistaken for a drink.

Finally, treat the cap as the safety feature it is. Do not leave a bottle loose in a bag with the cap only half closed, and never decant into an unmarked container.

Coil and mesh technology: matching the juice to your hardware

The liquid does nothing until a coil heats it, so coil choice shapes the result more than any other variable. Here is how the common coil types behave with a 12mg orange slush liquid.

• Standard wire coils (kanthal or nickel-based wire around cotton): a long-established design that handles most liquids well. Around 1.0 to 1.2 ohm works well in MTL pod kits at modest power and gives a clean, defined citrus note.
• Mesh coils: a flat sheet of etched metal mesh lined with cotton. Mesh has more surface area, so it heats quickly and evenly and often gives stronger flavour with less ramp-up time. It also suits slightly thicker liquids, which helps if your bottle is VG-leaning.
• Ceramic coils: a porous ceramic wick with an embedded heating element. They tend to last well and give a smooth, consistent taste, though some users find they take a moment to wake up and can be less forgiving of sweet liquids if run too hot.

Resistance and power go together. As a rough guide, a 1.0 ohm coil sits comfortably between 8 and 14 watts, and a 0.8 ohm coil handles 12 to 20 watts. Always follow the wattage range printed on the coil itself, since going above it is the fastest route to burnt cotton and a ruined bottle of liquid.

Citrus and sweetener care. Sweet fruit liquids deposit residue on coils faster than plain tobacco or unsweetened mint blends. Expect a coil to last roughly one to two weeks of regular use, sometimes less if you run high power. Signs that it is time to swap include a dull or muddy taste, a faint sour smell on the exhale and a rise in crackling or gurgling noise.

Priming new coils is not optional. Fit the coil, fill the tank, then let it stand for five to ten minutes so the cotton soaks through before you press the fire button. Skip this step and you can scorch dry cotton on the first draw, which permanently affects flavour. A few gentle puffs without firing, if your device allows it, also help draw liquid into the wick.

Battery and charging

A bottle of e-liquid has no battery of its own, so charging concerns the device you pair it with. It is still worth covering, because battery condition changes how a liquid performs. As a battery drains, many devices output less power, and that can make the orange note taste thin and the throat hit weaker than usual.

Typical hardware pairings and what to expect:

• Compact pod kits: internal batteries of roughly 400 to 1,000mAh, charged by USB-C. These usually run a full day of moderate use and recharge in 30 to 90 minutes.
• Larger pen or box mod kits: removable 18650 or 21700 cells in the 2,500 to 4,000mAh range, or large internal batteries. These suit higher-power use and last longer between charges.

Charging habits that protect the battery and your home:

• Use the cable supplied with the device, or a reputable replacement, and a standard wall adapter or computer port.
• Do not leave a device charging unattended or overnight, and do not charge it on a bed, sofa or any soft surface.
• Keep loose batteries in a case, never in a pocket with coins or keys.
• Stop using any battery that has a torn wrap, swelling, unusual heat or a strong smell.

Note on the law and on waste. Single-use disposable vapes were banned from sale in Great Britain from 1 June 2025, which is one reason refillable kits and bottled liquids like this one remain the main route for adult vapers. Nicotine strength caps still apply across the market: the UK limit is 20mg/ml for e-liquids and for the refillable pods that replaced many disposables. When a device or battery reaches the end of its life, do not put it in household bins. Take it to a vape-recycling drop-off, such as a household waste recycling centre, a vape shop that offers take-back or a supermarket with a small electricals bin. UK retailers that sell vaping products are expected to accept returned items, so it is always worth asking at the counter.

Nicotine strength guidance

12mg per millilitre equals 1.2% nicotine by volume. It is a mid-range freebase strength, stronger than the 3mg and 6mg bottles used by people stepping down, and well short of the 18mg bottles favoured by heavier smokers. Choosing the right strength is the single most important decision when you buy, so take a moment to match it to your own habits.

A practical way to think about it:

• 3mg: light or occasional users and people close to quitting nicotine altogether.
• 6mg: a common step-down strength, often used in higher-power direct-lung set-ups.
• 12mg: a general-purpose choice for people who smoked roughly ten to fifteen cigarettes a day and vape from a mouth-to-lung pod kit.
• 18mg: for heavier smokers who find lower strengths leave them reaching for a cigarette.

Signs you may have the wrong strength:

• Too high: dizziness, nausea, a racing heart, a very harsh throat hit or a headache. If you feel unwell, stop vaping, take fresh air and drink some water. Switch to a lower strength next time.
• Too low: persistent cravings, taking many extra puffs, or lighting a cigarette between vaping sessions.

Freebase 12mg is different from nicotine salt liquids. Salts are usually sold at 10mg or 20mg and feel smoother at higher strengths, which suits small low-wattage pods. Freebase gives a sharper throat hit and works best at slightly higher power. Never use a nicotine salt in a high-power sub-ohm tank, and never use a high-strength liquid in hardware designed for lower strengths.

The UK cap on nicotine in e-liquid is 20mg/ml and the largest permitted bottle for nicotine liquid is 10ml. Both rules apply across the market, including for liquids intended to replace the old disposable products. Stay within them, buy from reputable sellers, and avoid any product offering higher strengths or oversized bottles.

If you are trying to give up smoking, free local stop-smoking services in the UK can pair a vape with behavioural support, and a GP or pharmacist can talk through options. This page is general information and not medical advice.

Who it is for, and who should skip it

Slush Brew Orange Mix at 12mg is aimed at a specific kind of adult vaper. Being clear about that saves money and disappointment.

It is likely to suit you if:

• You are an adult smoker moving to vaping and want a fruit flavour that feels light and refreshing rather than dessert-heavy.
• You use a refillable pod kit or small tank at low to moderate power with a coil around 0.8 to 1.5 ohm.
• You smoked ten to fifteen cigarettes a day and want a mid-range strength with a moderate throat hit.
• You like citrus and cooling sensations, and you want a flavour that works through the day without feeling heavy.
• You prefer buying 10ml bottles to keep each purchase affordable and easy to carry.

You may want something else if:

• You do not smoke or vape already. Nicotine is addictive and this product is not for non-smokers or anyone under 18.
• You are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a heart condition. Speak to a healthcare professional rather than relying on a retail page.
• You use a high-power sub-ohm tank. A 10ml bottle will disappear quickly and 12mg is likely to be too strong at that wattage, so a lower-strength shortfill and separate nicotine shots would be more practical.
• You dislike any hint of cooling in a fruit flavour. The slush character depends on it.
• You prefer a very sweet, candy-style liquid. This profile leans towards crisp citrus.

Anyone who is unsure should start with a single bottle rather than a multipack, try it for a few days, and keep the previous liquid on hand in case the new flavour does not suit. If you have never vaped, a stop-smoking adviser, a pharmacist or a specialist vape shop can help you choose hardware and a strength that match your smoking history.

How to use it

Filling a device is straightforward, but a careful routine prevents most of the problems people run into later. These steps apply to the majority of refillable pods and tanks, but always follow the instructions for your specific device.

Follow the steps in order.

• 1. Check the label. Confirm the strength, flavour and PG/VG ratio, and make sure the seal ring is intact.
• 2. Switch the device off or lock it. This prevents accidental firing while you handle the tank.
• 3. Open the fill port. Depending on the model this is a silicone plug, a sliding cover or a top cap that unscrews.
• 4. Fill slowly. Place the nozzle against the side of the fill port, not directly onto the central air tube, and squeeze gently. Stop around three-quarters full to leave room for air.
• 5. Close and wipe. Close the port, wipe away any spills with a clean tissue and make sure no liquid sits in the airflow slots.
• 6. Let it soak. Wait five to ten minutes for the cotton to absorb the liquid, particularly with a new coil.
• 7. Start gently. Take a few short puffs at low power and build up to your normal setting.

Day to day, top up the tank before it empties and never let the liquid level fall below the coil's wicking holes. Wash your hands after any spill, because nicotine can be absorbed through the skin. If liquid gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, rinse with plenty of water and seek advice.

Storage tips. Keep the bottle upright, capped and away from heat, sunlight and children. E-liquid usually keeps well for around 12 months from opening when stored sensibly. If the colour darkens markedly or the flavour turns flat or sour, replace it rather than persevering.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most issues blamed on a liquid turn out to be hardware or technique. Work through these in order before deciding a bottle has a problem.

• Burnt or harsh taste: usually a dry or tired coil. Check the tank level, prime a new coil properly and lower the power. If the taste persists with a fresh coil, try a different liquid in the same device to rule out the hardware.
• Weak or muted flavour: typical coil fatigue, particularly with sweet citrus. Replace the coil, and make sure the battery is charged. Strong flavour at the start and weak flavour a few days later points straight to the coil.
• Gurgling or spitting: too much liquid around the coil or condensation in the airflow channel. Remove the pod, tap out excess on a tissue and refill to a lower level.
• Leaking: check the seals, the pod seating and the fill port plug. Overfilling and temperature changes, such as going from a warm room to cold air, cause most leaks.
• Dry hit: a sudden, harsh, burnt puff. Stop immediately, let the device rest, check the liquid level and prime the coil again. Chain vaping can outrun the wick on thicker liquids.
• Throat hit too strong: lower the power, shorten your puffs or move to a lower strength such as 6mg.
• Throat hit too weak: raise the power slightly or consider an 18mg bottle if you are consistently unsatisfied.
• Bottle will not open or pour: push down firmly while turning to release the child-resistant cap. If the liquid will not flow, squeeze gently and check that the nozzle is not blocked.

When to stop and ask for help. If a bottle arrives damaged, leaking or with a broken seal, do not use it. Keep the packaging and photograph the problem so the seller can respond quickly. If a device overheats, swells or smells unusual, stop using it, and treat it as a battery safety matter rather than a flavour issue.

Disposal of empties. Once a bottle is completely empty, check your local council guidance. Many councils accept clean plastic bottles in household recycling, while residual nicotine liquid and used coils are better taken to a household waste recycling centre or a vape-recycling drop-off point. Never pour leftover liquid down a drain.

Value for money and how it compares

Value with e-liquid is a calculation of price per millilitre, how long that millilitre lasts, and how much of the cost is quietly absorbed by coils. A 10ml bottle gives you a low entry price and easy portability, but small bottles cost more per millilitre than larger shortfill options, so the case for them rests on convenience and on being able to use nicotine strengths that shortfills do not offer.

Here is a fair way to judge it:

• Cost per day: divide the bottle price by the number of days it lasts you. For a moderate pod-kit user, one bottle often covers around a week, sometimes more.
• Coil cost: include a coil change every one to two weeks. A sweet citrus liquid may shorten coil life slightly, which adds a little to running costs.
• Waste: a flavour you do not enjoy is the most expensive purchase of all, so a single bottle trial costs less than a multipack that gathers dust.

Honest comparison with similar options. Formulations change, so treat these as general observations and check labels:

• Against other 10ml fruit freebase ranges such as Bar Juice 5000, Vampire Vape or IVG 10ml bottles: pricing is broadly similar. Slush Brew differentiates itself with a deliberate icy finish, while some rivals offer a wider catalogue of flavours or a stronger sweet-shop character.
• Against nicotine salt liquids such as Elf Liq or Pod Salt style bottles: salts usually deliver nicotine more smoothly in small low-power pods and are the better route for heavy smokers who want satisfaction at low wattage. Freebase 12mg suits people who prefer a throat hit and use slightly higher power.
• Against 50ml shortfills such as Nasty Juice or Dinner Lady: shortfills are cheaper per millilitre and suit sub-ohm tanks, but they need nicotine shots added and cannot be bought as pre-mixed 12mg. If you only need a single flavour for a week, the 10ml is simpler.

The overall picture is a reasonably priced, straightforward citrus liquid with a clear identity. It will not suit every palate or every device, but for adults using a low-to-mid power refillable kit who want a crisp orange with a light chill, it is a sensible option. Because it is a consumable, the best test is a single bottle in your own device rather than relying on a description.