Nic Shots

Nicotine Shots for Shortfill E-Liquids

At Tablites, you'll find flavourless freebase nicotine shots, nic salt boosters and ice nic shots in a choice of strengths and VG/PG ratios. Whether you want to keep the original flavour of your shortfill, add a cooling icy finish or use nicotine salts, you can choose the booster that best suits your vape.

Which Nicotine Shot Should I Choose?

The best nicotine shot depends on the finished nicotine strength and vaping experience you're looking for.

• Flavourless freebase nic shots – ideal for adding nicotine while keeping the original flavour of your shortfill as close as possible.
• 15mg nicotine shots – a lower-strength option. Adding a full 10ml 15mg shot to a 50ml 0mg shortfill creates 60ml at approximately 2.5mg nicotine strength.
• 18mg nicotine shots – the traditional choice for shortfills. Adding a full 10ml 18mg shot to a 50ml 0mg shortfill creates 60ml at approximately 3mg nicotine strength.
• Nic salt shots – use nicotine salt rather than traditional freebase nicotine for customers who prefer a salt nicotine booster.
• Ice nic shots – add nicotine while also introducing a refreshing cooling effect to your chosen shortfill flavour.

How Much Nicotine Shot Do I Need?

The amount of nicotine booster you need depends on the size of your shortfill, the strength of your nic shot and the nicotine strength you want to achieve.

Using an 18mg Nicotine Shot

• 50ml 0mg shortfill + 1 x 10ml 18mg nic shot = 60ml at approximately 3mg
• 100ml 0mg shortfill + 2 x 10ml 18mg nic shots = 120ml at approximately 3mg

Using a 15mg Nicotine Shot

• 50ml 0mg shortfill + 1 x 10ml 15mg nic shot = 60ml at approximately 2.5mg
• 100ml 0mg shortfill + 2 x 10ml 15mg nic shots = 120ml at approximately 2.5mg

Always check that your shortfill bottle has enough space for the amount of nicotine booster you intend to add.

How to Add a Nicotine Shot to a Shortfill

Adding a nicotine shot is straightforward. Remove the cap and nozzle from your shortfill, add the required amount of nicotine booster, securely replace the nozzle and cap, then shake the bottle thoroughly to distribute the nicotine evenly throughout the e-liquid.

For a more detailed explanation, read our 10 Easy Steps to Shortfill E-Liquids guide.

Flavourless vs Ice Nicotine Shots

A flavourless nicotine shot is designed to increase the nicotine content of your shortfill while having minimal impact on its original flavour. This makes it the most versatile choice for fruit, dessert, tobacco, menthol and other shortfill flavours.

Ice nicotine shots perform the same basic job but also add a cooling effect. They're a good option if you enjoy chilled fruit, berry, tropical or other ice-style vape flavours and want to turn a standard shortfill into a cooler vape.

Freebase vs Nic Salt Nicotine Shots

Freebase and nic salt shots both allow you to add nicotine to a nicotine-free shortfill, but they use different forms of nicotine. Traditional freebase shots are the most common choice for high-VG shortfills, while nic salt shots provide another option for customers who prefer nicotine salt formulations.

When choosing a booster, also consider its VG/PG ratio. A higher-VG nic shot is particularly well suited to high-VG shortfills because it helps maintain the VG-heavy composition of the finished e-liquid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a nicotine shot?

A nicotine shot is a small bottle of nicotine-containing e-liquid designed to be added to a larger nicotine-free shortfill. Nic shots are commonly supplied in 10ml bottles and are also known as nicotine boosters.

Can you vape a nicotine shot on its own?

No. Nicotine shots are designed to be mixed with nicotine-free shortfill e-liquids rather than vaped on their own.

What strength does an 18mg nic shot make?

Adding one complete 10ml 18mg nicotine shot to a 50ml 0mg shortfill produces 60ml of e-liquid at approximately 3mg nicotine strength.

What strength does a 15mg nic shot make?

Adding one complete 10ml 15mg nicotine shot to a 50ml 0mg shortfill produces 60ml of e-liquid at approximately 2.5mg nicotine strength.

What is an ice nic shot?

An ice nic shot is a nicotine booster that also adds a cooling effect to your shortfill. It's useful if you want to increase the nicotine strength while giving your chosen flavour a colder, icier finish.

Do nicotine shots change the flavour of a shortfill?

Flavourless nicotine shots are designed to have minimal impact on the original flavour, although adding extra liquid can slightly dilute the flavour concentration. Ice shots intentionally change the finished vape by adding a cooling effect.