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How Much Has Vape Juice Gone Up? The 2026 Price Rise Explained

Vape juice went up on 1 October 2026 when the new duty added £2.64 per 10ml with VAT. What it adds to bottles, shortfills and pods, and the rules on 0mg, mixing at home and bringing liquid in from abroad.

E-Liquids 101: What Are They?

In this blog we'll take a look at what e-liquids are all about, including what they're made of, what kits to use them in, and how they're vaporized.

The Best Nic Salt Brands in the UK (2026)

Our pick of the best nic salt brands in the UK for 2026: 12 brands across bar-style disposable flavours and premium dessert, custard and tobacco salts.

Switching From Disposable Vapes: Prefilled or Refillable?

In this blog we'll look at how to switch from disposable vapes to pod kits, the different types of pod kits available, and some tips to make the transition easier.

How to Refill a Vape Pod and Choose Your First Pod Kit

In this blog we will discuss how to choose your first pod vape kit, what they are and what vape juice to use you will find everything in this helpful guide written with someone with 11 years experience.

How to Prime a Vape Coil: Stop Burnt Taste on New Coils

In this blog we'll take a look at how to prime your coil properly in order to maximize longevity, flavour and cost effectiveness.

How to Store E-Liquid

In this blog we'll go over how best to store your e-liquids to keep them in tip-top shape.

What Are Nic Salts? Nicotine Salts Explained

In this blog we'll be looking at what nic salts are, what they're made from, how they differ to other e-liquids and what the best devices to use them with are.

Which Caliburn Pod Fits Your Kit? The G Pod Platform Explained

Caliburn G3, G4 and G5 pods explained. The G Pod Platform (GPP) and GPP ALPHA are now the pods that fit the current Caliburn kits, plus which resistance to pick.

How To Choose The Right Vape Kit

In this blog we'll be looking at how to choose a vape kit and discuss the different factors you'll need to take into consideration before choosing.

What Is a Vape Coil? Types, Resistance and Chart

In this blog we'll be taking a look at vape coils, what they are, the different resistances and how they affect the vaping style you use, along with what e-liquids are best for different resistances.

UK Vaping Laws 2026: TPD Rules, Vape Tax and What You Can Buy

Every UK vape law change and its date: the vape tax that started on 1 October 2026, the wider 18+ rules from 29 October, duty stamps from April 2027, the June 2027 advertising ban, and what is not being banned.

Can You Use 70/30 E-Liquid in a Pod Kit?

70/30 e-liquid works in pod kits with sub-ohm coils below 0.6 ohm and wattage above 20W. Kits with 1.0 ohm coils and low wattage can't wick thick VG fast enough, so stick with 50/50 for those setups.