Ultimate Nic Shot Mixing Guide

Nicotine shots or nic shots are 10ml bottles of flavourless e-liquid that can be added to 0mg vape juice like shortfills to increase their nicotine strength. Nicotine shots are an essential purchase for most shortfill users. We stock  range of nic shots from all the top brands. We know that every vaper is different and while 18mg nic shots may be the most popular, we offer multiple strengths - all the way to 20mg. Our range also includes classic freebase shots as well as shots that use nic salt for a smoother throat hit. Thanks to a diverse range of VG/PG ratios, it’s very easy to find a shot that matches your shortfill.

Nic shots (or nicotine shots) are used to increase the strength of 0mg vape liquid, or to create the ideal strength when mixing your own. Available in unflavoured or menthol variations, nic shots are a key component for many shortfill. Simply remove the top cap of your shortfill e-liquid and add your chosen nic shot. Typically, a 50ml bottle contains enough space for 1 nic shot, with 100ml bottles able to take 2 nicotine shots.

HOW MUCH NIC SHOT DO I NEED TO USE?

Nic shots will boost the nicotine strength of your e-liquid, however depending upon how much you add will determine the overall strength of the e-liquid. Below we have included a simple chart which should help you to determine how much you need to add to both 50ml and 100ml short fill e-liquids to achieve a desired strength. Most nic shots will only boost nicotine strength to 3mg. This is based on the additional space provided within the bottle of e-liquid. If you are purchasing 20mg, simply add around 1ml less than you need based on the chart below. The results will work out roughly the same:

How Much Nic Shot To Use With 50ml E-Liquid

• Target strength: 55ml, 1.67mg. You Will Need: ½ x 18mg Nic Shot

• Target strength: 60ml, 3mg. You Will Need: 1 x 18mg Nic Shot

How Much Nic Shot To Use With 100ml E-Liquid

• Target strength: 110ml, 2mg. You Will Need: 1 x 18mg Nic Shot

• Target strength: 120ml, 3.6mg. You Will Need: 2 x 18mg Nic Shot

WHAT VG/PG RATIO DO I NEED?

The VG/PG ratio determines the flavour, throat hit and vapour production of the e-liquid. So, it is important to find the right ratio to suit your preference. The Nic Nic 100% VG Nicotine Shot is designed for sub ohm vapers who want an e-liquid that produces huge clouds of vapour. Nic Nic also has an Ice Cool option which adds an icy throat hit to your liquid.  It mimics the natural salts found in tobacco leaves to offer an experience closer to smoking.

How to use Nic Shot Step by Step :

Step 1: Get a pen and mark halfway down the height of the nic shot. All nic shots come in 10mL TPD-compliant bottles, so this halfway mark represents 5mL of nicotine-containing e-liquid. Once you’ve marked the halfway mark, mark again two more times, halfway above and halfway below the first. Each of these lines now represents 2.5mL of unflavoured nic shot.

Step 2: Figure out how much to add. Find a TPD nicotine shot calculator on the internet and input the size of your 0mg bottle, the strength of your nicotine shot (usually either 18mg or 20mg), and your desired nicotine level. The calculator will spit out a number. In the case of a 100mL bottle, 20mg nic shots, and a desired nicotine level of 3mg is 17.25mL of nic shot. This amounts to one full 10mL nic shot and slightly less than three quarters of a second, which you’ve already marked with a pen in step one.

Step 3: Unscrew your 0mg juice and slowly drip in your nic shot until you’ve reached your desired nicotine level as dictated by your online calculator in step two. It’s not a bad idea to test your e-liquid for flavour and nicotine potency throughout the mixing phase.

Step 4: Give the bottle a vigorous shake, test, and enjoy. Giving the bottle a little shake now and again helps make sure everything is evenly blended throughout.