Banana Ice Yeti Original 100ml

Overview

The Banana Ice Yeti Original 100ml by Yeti in Banana Ice at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Overview of Yeti Original 100ml Banana Ice

Yeti Original 100ml Banana Ice is a shortfill e-liquid from Yeti, a brand that has built its reputation on fruit and ice blends stocked by UK vape shops and online retailers. This bottle pairs a ripe, mellow banana with a cool finish, and it is supplied as 100ml of nicotine-free liquid in a larger 120ml bottle so there is room to add nicotine shots if you want them. If you have used shortfills before, the format will feel familiar. If you have only ever used disposables or small pre-filled pods, the key point is that this is liquid for refillable devices, not a ready-to-use vape.

This guide is written for UK vapers who want a straight read before buying. We cover the specifications we can stand behind, how the flavour behaves in different devices, how to mix nicotine safely, what to do when something goes wrong, and how the bottle compares with other options, including the disposables many people used to rely on. We have tried to stay even-handed. Banana Ice is an easy-going, familiar flavour that suits some setups and some tastes better than others, and we say so where it matters.

At a glance

• Brand: Yeti, Original range
• Flavour: Banana Ice, ripe banana with a cooling finish
• Size: 100ml of liquid in a 120ml bottle
• Nicotine: 0mg/ml as supplied, with space for nicotine shots
• Base: high-VG blend, listed as 70VG/30PG (always confirm against the label on your bottle)
• Suited to: sub-ohm tanks and higher-wattage kits with mesh or low-resistance coils
• Age: 18+ only

Vaping is intended for adult smokers and existing vapers who want an alternative to tobacco. It is not risk-free, and anyone who does not already use nicotine products should not start. This product contains no nicotine until you add it, but the finished mix will if you do, and it should be stored and handled accordingly.

Key specifications and what they mean

Specifications for e-liquid are simpler than for hardware, but they decide which devices the liquid will work in and how it will feel. The figures below reflect how this product is listed and how shortfills in this format are normally put together. Check the label on the bottle in your hand, because packaging and batch details can change over time.

• Liquid volume: 100ml of nicotine-free liquid.
• Bottle capacity: 120ml, leaving roughly 20ml of headroom, which is enough for two standard 10ml nicotine shots.
• VG/PG ratio: 70VG/30PG as listed. Vegetable glycerine (VG) produces dense vapour and a smoother feel. Propylene glycol (PG) carries flavour and adds throat hit.
• Nicotine: 0mg/ml as supplied. Strength is your choice, using separately sold shots.
• Intended hardware: sub-ohm tanks, rebuildable tank atomisers with mesh or standard coils, and pod or tank kits that handle higher wattages with coils from around 0.15 ohm to 0.6 ohm.
• Closure: child-resistant cap, tamper-evident seal and a narrow nozzle designed for tank fill ports, along with the labelling UK rules require.
• Rough yield: somewhere between 15,000 and 30,000 puffs from one 100ml bottle, depending on wattage, coil and how long each draw is. That is a planning figure, not a guarantee.

Why the bottle is sold this way. UK regulations cap nicotine e-liquid at 20mg/ml and limit bottles that contain nicotine to 10ml. A 100ml bottle of ready-mixed liquid with nicotine in it is therefore not allowed. Instead, larger sizes are sold as nicotine-free shortfills with spare space, and you add nicotine shots of your own choosing. It is a widely used, fully legitimate format, and it gives you control over strength instead of locking you into one.

The same 20mg/ml cap is the reason UK disposables and pre-filled pods top out at 20mg, and why single-use devices ran to roughly 2ml of liquid. A 100ml shortfill sits at the opposite end of the scale: far more liquid per pound, but you need a refillable device and a few minutes of setup.

Flavour profile: what Banana Ice tastes like

Banana Ice is built around a single idea, and it does that one thing cleanly. On the inhale you get a soft, sweet banana note that sits closer to a ripe fruit than to the sharper, artificial banana sweets some brands go for. There is a gentle creamy roundness behind it, which is partly the banana character itself and partly the high-VG base smoothing the edges. It is not a dessert flavour and does not try to be a banoffee or a custard. It is a fruit vape with a cool finish.

The ice component arrives mostly on the exhale. Expect a clean, fresh chill across the back of the throat and a slightly cool tingle in the nose, rather than a harsh menthol blast. At the low end of the wattage range it is subtle. Turn the power up and the cooling becomes more noticeable, because warmer, denser vapour carries the cooling agents further. If you find ice flavours too aggressive, start low and work up.

How it changes through the bottle and the day

• First few tanks: the banana is at its most distinct and the cooling is sharpest. Some vapers find it a touch sweet at first.
• After a few days: the sweetness tends to settle and the cooling feels better integrated, particularly if you let a freshly mixed bottle rest.
• Late in the day: sweet fruit flavours can start to feel samey after heavy use. Rotating with a second flavour helps if you notice flavour fatigue, which is a normal effect of vaping one profile all day.

Sweetness and coil care. Banana and other sweet fruit liquids contain flavourings and sweeteners that can build up on coils faster than a plain tobacco or mint liquid. That is not a fault. It simply means coils may need replacing a little sooner if you vape the bottle at high power, and a dull or slightly burnt taste is the usual sign.

If you like the idea of banana but want more complexity, this is not that. Think of it as a straightforward, drinkable all-day fruit-and-ice option, closer in spirit to a banana smoothie with an ice cube than to a layered pudding.

Performance and puff delivery

With a 70VG/30PG base and a sub-ohm style setup, you can expect thick, plentiful vapour and a smooth, relatively mild throat hit. This is a lung-inhale liquid. The draw is airy, the cloud is generous and the flavour carries well through the vapour. In a restricted mouth-to-lung pod with a tight coil, the same liquid is likely to feel thick and may wick slowly, which we cover under coil and mesh technology below.

Vapour and throat hit

• Vapour production: high, thanks to the VG content. Larger clouds are a feature of the base, not something Banana Ice does on its own.
• Throat hit: light at 0mg and 1.6mg, firmer at 3mg. The cooling adds a sensation that some vapers read as extra throat hit even without much nicotine.
• Flavour delivery: strongest at moderate wattage on a mesh coil. Very high power can wash out the banana and leave mostly sweetness and chill.

How many puffs to expect. One millilitre of liquid typically gives somewhere between 150 and 300 puffs, depending on device power and how long you draw. On that basis a 100ml bottle represents roughly 15,000 to 30,000 puffs, and more if you vape at lower wattage. Heavy sub-ohm users often go through 3ml to 5ml a day, which would see a bottle last around three to five weeks. Lighter users on a lower-power kit may stretch it to two months or beyond. These are estimates, and your habits will move them either way.

Consistency from first puff to last. The most common cause of weak or inconsistent flavour is not the liquid but the coil. A fresh coil primed properly gives full flavour from the first draw. As the coil ages, the vapour thins and the sweetness can turn slightly burnt. Replacing the coil, not adding more liquid, usually fixes that.

If you vape on the move, remember that high-VG liquid is thicker and can leak from tanks under pressure change, such as on an aeroplane. Keep the tank upright, leave it nearly empty before flying if you can, and carry it in a sealed bag.

Design and build quality of the bottle

For an e-liquid, design really means the bottle: how easy it is to fill from, how it handles shaking and mixing, and whether it is built to stay safely closed. The 120ml bottle used for this shortfill is made from soft plastic that can be squeezed gently to control the flow, and it carries a narrow nozzle that fits most tank fill ports without spilling onto your fingers.

What to look for when it arrives

• Tamper-evident seal: the cap should have an intact seal or ring that breaks when first opened. If it arrives already broken or loose, do not use it and contact the retailer.
• Child-resistant cap: the cap needs a push-and-turn action to open. It can feel stiff at first, which is deliberate.
• Nozzle: a small nozzle sits under the cap. If your tank fill port is unusually narrow, a bottle with a long, slim tip is an easy workaround, but most modern tanks accept this size without issue.
• Labelling: batch number, ingredients, volume, VG/PG ratio and the legally required warnings should all be present and legible.

Handling the larger size. A 100ml bottle is heavier and more likely to be squeezed too hard than a 10ml bottle. Pour slowly and tilt the bottle at an angle against the fill port rather than squeezing from above. Because the bottle is soft, the contents can also pulse out if you squeeze while it is nearly upright, so it helps to hold the tank in one hand and the bottle gently in the other.

Storage. Keep the bottle out of direct sunlight and away from heat, which can darken the liquid and dull the flavour over time. A cool cupboard is fine. Keep it out of reach of children and pets at all times. Even 0mg liquid is not meant to be swallowed, and once nicotine shots are added the finished mix must be treated as a nicotine product.

Cleanliness. Wipe the nozzle after filling and replace the cap firmly. A bottle left with a smear of sticky liquid on the neck attracts dust and makes the cap harder to open later.

Battery and charging: matching the liquid to your device

The liquid itself has no battery, but your results depend heavily on the device it goes into. A high-VG, sub-ohm-style liquid wants power, and that has implications for battery size, charging habits and safety. This section covers practical guidance for the kinds of devices people usually pair with a 100ml shortfill.

Choosing a battery to suit the liquid

• Higher-power tank kits: usually take one or two removable 18650 or 21700 cells, or contain an integrated battery of roughly 2,000mAh to 3,000mAh or more. These cope with wattages from about 40W to 80W.
• Compact pod and tank kits: often use internal batteries of roughly 1,000mAh to 1,500mAh. They are fine with lower-resistance mesh pods at modest wattages, but they will drain faster with thick liquid at higher settings.
• Sub-ohm setups on low power: will not do the liquid justice. A 0.15 ohm coil run at a few watts tends to taste muted.

Charging safely

• Use the cable supplied, or a decent quality USB-C cable and a standard charger. Avoid fast chargers designed for phones unless the device instructions allow them.
• Do not leave a vape charging unattended overnight, and do not charge it on soft furnishings such as a sofa or bed.
• Do not charge a device that is wet, swollen, hot to the touch or visibly damaged.
• Keep loose removable cells in a plastic case, never loose in a pocket with coins or keys.

Battery life in practice. A single battery charge typically lasts from several hours of mixed use to about a day, depending on wattage. Denser, sweeter liquids tend to need slightly more wattage to wick properly, so you may find that this liquid drains the battery marginally faster than a thin PG-heavy mix at the same settings.

Recycling batteries and devices. Never put vapes, batteries or chargers in household bins or standard recycling. UK retailers that sell vapes and batteries are required to take back waste equipment, and local authority recycling centres accept small electricals and batteries. Search for your nearest drop-off through the Recycle Your Electricals directory. A damaged battery should be handled with care and taken to a recycling point as soon as possible.

Coil and mesh technology: what suits this liquid

The coil is where the liquid becomes vapour, so it is the single biggest factor in how this bottle tastes. The 70VG/30PG ratio is on the thicker side, and thick liquid needs a coil that wicks quickly. That points towards coils with larger wicking holes or a broad mesh surface.

Coil types and how they handle high-VG liquid

• Mesh coils (about 0.15 to 0.4 ohm): a flat sheet of fine metal mesh with a wide surface area. These heat evenly, wick thick liquid well and tend to deliver the strongest flavour and the largest clouds. They are a natural match for this bottle at roughly 40W to 70W, depending on the coil rating printed on the coil head.
• Standard sub-ohm round-wire coils (about 0.2 to 0.5 ohm): perfectly workable, though some wick more slowly and can dry-hit if pushed past their rated wattage.
• Higher-resistance mesh pods (about 0.6 to 0.8 ohm): usable at lower wattages, around 15W to 30W, for a tighter draw. Thicker liquid can wick slowly in very small pods, so give new coils time to prime.
• Restricted mouth-to-lung coils above 1.0 ohm: not recommended for a 70VG blend. These are designed for thinner, PG-heavy liquids and nic salts.

Priming a new coil. Drip a few drops of liquid directly onto the cotton through the coil's holes, fill the tank, then wait five to ten minutes before vaping. Skipping this step is the most common reason for a burnt first draw, and a dry-burnt coil can taste scorched for the rest of its life.

Wattage guidance. Start at the lower end of the range printed on the coil and increase in small steps. If the vapour feels too hot, drop the power. If the flavour seems thin and chilled with little banana, raise it slightly. Chain-vaping too quickly without letting the coil re-saturate causes dry hits, so leave a few seconds between draws.

Coil life. Sweetened liquids can make coils gunk up faster. Many users replace the coil every one to two weeks with regular use. If the flavour dulls, the cooling vanishes or the vapour tastes slightly bitter, a fresh coil is the usual fix, not a new bottle.

Nicotine strength guidance

This bottle contains no nicotine as supplied. Whether you add any, and how much, depends on your smoking or vaping history. Most shortfill vapers choose either 0mg, around 1.6mg or around 3mg, because those are easy to reach with standard 10ml shots.

The simple maths

• No shot: 100ml at 0mg/ml. No nicotine.
• One 10ml shot at 18mg/ml: about 1.6mg/ml in roughly 110ml of finished liquid.
• Two 10ml shots at 18mg/ml: about 3mg/ml in 120ml of finished liquid, which fills the bottle.
• Two 10ml shots at 20mg/ml: about 3.3mg/ml. UK nicotine shots are limited to 20mg/ml, so you will not find stronger.

Shots are usually a 50VG/50PG mix, so adding two of them nudges the finished ratio from 70/30 to roughly 67/33. That is a small change and the liquid remains a high-VG blend.

Which strength should you pick?

• 0mg: for people who vape purely for the flavour or the habit and have no nicotine need.
• Around 1.6mg to 2mg: a light option for those stepping down from low-strength liquid, or occasional vapers.
• Around 3mg: the usual choice for former light smokers using a sub-ohm setup. At high wattage the vapour volume delivers more nicotine per puff than the number suggests, so many people find 3mg is plenty.
• Higher than 3mg freebase in a sub-ohm device: not generally recommended. It tends to be harsh and can feel too strong. If you need a firmer nicotine hit, a lower-power kit with a nicotine salt liquid is the more common route.

Mixing properly. Open the bottle, pour or squeeze in the shot or shots, close the cap tightly and shake gently for 30 seconds or so. Rest the bottle for a few hours before use if you can, so the nicotine blends fully. Label the bottle clearly with the strength and the date, and wash your hands after handling nicotine liquids.

A note on disposables and the 20mg limit. UK law caps nicotine in e-liquid at 20mg/ml, and that cap applied to the disposables many people used. Single-use vapes have also been banned from sale in the UK since June 2025, which is one reason more adults have moved to refillable kits. Choose your strength by how you feel after a few days, not by copying a number from a disposable.

Who Yeti Banana Ice is for, and who should look elsewhere

Every flavour has a natural audience. Banana Ice is approachable and uncomplicated, but it is not for everyone, and it is worth being clear about both sides.

It tends to suit

• Adult smokers and ex-smokers who have moved to a sub-ohm or higher-power refillable kit and want a fruit flavour for daily use.
• Former disposable users who want to cut running costs and avoid throwing away a device every few days.
• Cloud-friendly vapers who value thick vapour and a smooth inhale.
• Fruit-and-ice fans who enjoy a gentle chill rather than a heavy menthol hit.
• People who like to mix their own strength and are comfortable measuring and adding a shot or two.

You might want to look at something else if

• You use a tight, restricted mouth-to-lung pod device. A 70VG blend will wick slowly there. Look for a 50/50 or nic salt liquid designed for that style.
• You want a high nicotine strength in a small, discreet kit. Shortfill with freebase shots tops out around 3mg for practical purposes.
• You dislike sweet flavours. Banana and ice are both on the sweeter, cooler end of the spectrum.
• You want a complex, layered profile. Banana Ice is a single-note fruit, and if you prefer dessert-style depth you may find it plain.
• You are not comfortable handling a bottle, adding shots and filling a tank. A pre-filled pod system would be simpler.

Who should not buy it at all. This product is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. It is not suitable for non-smokers, people who are pregnant, or anyone with a medical condition that nicotine could affect, who should speak to a doctor or pharmacist first. If you are trying to quit smoking, your local NHS stop smoking service can offer free support alongside vaping, and many people find the combination makes quitting more likely to stick.

If you are unsure, buy a single bottle, try it at 3mg for a week and see how it fits your routine. The format makes it easy to adjust strength on the next bottle.

How to use Yeti Banana Ice step by step

Setting up a shortfill takes a few minutes the first time. Follow these steps and the process becomes routine very quickly.

Step by step

• 1. Wash your hands and clear a clean, flat surface. Lay down a piece of kitchen roll in case of drips.
• 2. Decide on your strength. If you want nicotine, buy 10ml shots separately. They are labelled with the strength, commonly 18mg/ml or 20mg/ml.
• 3. Open the shortfill. Press down and turn the child-resistant cap. Remove the cap and check the nozzle is in place.
• 4. Add the nicotine shot or shots. Squeeze them gently into the 120ml bottle. Do not overfill. If you want two shots, the bottle has space for exactly that.
• 5. Mix. Close the cap tightly, tilt the bottle end over end and shake for around 30 seconds. Rest the mix for a few hours if possible.
• 6. Fill your tank. Remove the tank top or open the fill port, tilt the tank, and squeeze the liquid slowly down the side of the central tube, not directly onto the coil. Stop below the maximum fill line. Do not cover the airflow tube.
• 7. Prime the coil. Wait five to ten minutes after filling a new coil before your first draw.
• 8. Set your power to the lower end of the coil's recommended range and take a few gentle draws to check the flavour.

Everyday handling

• Refill when the liquid drops to about a quarter of the tank so the wick stays wet.
• Take medium draws of two to four seconds and pause between puffs.
• Wipe the mouthpiece regularly. Sweet liquids can leave a sticky residue.
• Store the bottle upright with the cap on, away from heat and sunlight.

Disposing of empties. Once the bottle is completely empty, remove any nozzle, rinse out what you can and check your local council guidance for plastic recycling, because acceptance of e-liquid bottles varies between areas. Used coils, tanks, batteries and devices belong at a vape or electrical recycling drop-off point, not in household bins. Most retailers that sell vapes will take back old equipment, and the Recycle Your Electricals website lists local collection points.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with high-VG shortfills have simple causes. Work through the likely culprit first before assuming the liquid is at fault.

Burnt or scorched taste

• The coil may have been fired before it was properly primed, or the tank may be running too low. Refill, allow time to soak, and drop the wattage a few watts.
• If the taste persists, the coil is spent. Swap it for a fresh one.

Weak or muted flavour

• An old coil is the most common reason, followed by running the device at too low a wattage for the coil's resistance.
• Flavour fatigue is also real. Switching to a different flavour for a day often brings the taste back.
• Freshly mixed liquid benefits from a short rest before use.

Gurgling or spitting

• Often caused by overfilling or condensation in the airflow. Tip the tank and clear the drip tip, then check that the liquid level is below the maximum line.

Leaking

• Check that the coil is screwed in firmly, the o-rings are seated and the tank is not overfilled. High-VG liquid can seep through poorly seated seals.
• Changes in air pressure, such as flights or driving over hills, can force liquid out. Keep tanks upright and nearly empty when travelling.

Dry hits

• These happen when the coil is not saturated. Slow down between puffs, refill earlier and confirm the airflow is not set too wide for the power level.

Too strong or harsh

• Lower the nicotine strength on your next mix, reduce the wattage, or open the airflow a little more.
• If a throat tickle bothers you, a slightly lower power and a fresh coil usually help.

Liquid looks darker than before

• Banana flavourings can darken naturally with age and exposure to light and heat. A moderate colour change is normal. If the liquid smells off, tastes sour or has separated, do not use it.

Skin or throat irritation

• If you feel unwell or notice a reaction, stop using it. If you spill liquid on skin, wash it off with soap and water. Seek advice from a pharmacist or GP if symptoms persist, and never swallow the liquid.

Value for money and how it compares

The strongest argument for any 100ml shortfill is cost per millilitre. Each ml of this liquid is considerably cheaper than the same ml of nicotine liquid in a disposable or in small 10ml bottles. For a regular vaper, a 100ml bottle that lasts a month or more brings the running cost down noticeably, although you need to factor in coils and a one-off device. Check the current price on the product page, as shortfill prices move with promotions and stock levels.

Against disposables. A disposable typically contained around 2ml of liquid, was capped at 20mg/ml nicotine in line with UK rules, and went into the bin once empty. Single-use vapes have been banned from sale in the UK since June 2025, so the comparison is now mainly about the alternatives you can still buy. A refillable kit plus this bottle costs more up front but works out cheaper from the second or third week, creates far less waste, and lets you choose your own strength. The trade-off is convenience: you handle liquid, change coils and charge a device.

Against nic salt 10ml refills. Nic salts are better for small pod kits and for people who want a stronger hit from a small device. They cost more per ml and rarely suit sub-ohm tanks. If you use a sub-ohm kit or want large vapour, this shortfill is the more sensible fit. If you use a low-power pod device, it is not.

Against other 100ml shortfills. Mainstream UK brands such as IVG, Doozy Vape Co and Nasty Juice sell similarly sized bottles with comparable VG/PG ratios, and the hardware requirements are practically identical. Differences come down to flavour tuning. Yeti Banana Ice sits on the milder, cooler side of the banana category, while some competing bottles lean sweeter or creamier. Many of these brands are competitive on price, so the deciding factor is usually which flavour you prefer. A cheaper bottle is not worth buying if you do not enjoy it, and a more expensive one is not necessarily better.

Where it falls short. Banana Ice is a single-note flavour, so it will not please those looking for complex layers. The 120ml bottle is also bulkier than a 10ml bottle for carrying. And if you only vape occasionally, 100ml can take a long time to finish, so freshness and storage matter more.

Our view. For a regular sub-ohm vaper who likes banana and a gentle chill, it is a sensible, cost-effective choice. For occasional or small-pod users, a smaller bottle or a different format is likely to suit better.