Complete Vape Juice Guide 2025: Flavours, Tips, and Buying Advice

Navigating Canada's complex world of vaping may seem intimidating at first, given all of its options and regulations. This guide offers insights into essential components of vape juice in Canada to make vaping easier; both experienced vapers, as well as newcomers, will benefit from understanding all that vaping entails for an enhanced experience.

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Vaping has quickly become an accepted lifestyle choice among Canadians seeking alternatives to tobacco use. Vaping's success not only lies with its devices and accessories; rather it depends on finding an e-juice blend tailored specifically for each user's individual taste and health needs - creating the optimal combination of flavour, nicotine strength and cloud production for an exceptional vaping experience.

What is vape juice?

E-liquid, also called vape juice, is the flavoured liquid that is added to your vape pod or vape tank. It’s heated by the coil inside your device to create vapour that you inhale, delivering flavour and nicotine (if nicotine is present in liquid). This specially formulated liquid powers your vaping experience, offering a safer alternative to traditional smoking by eliminating tobacco combustion. Our range of flavours at Puff Vapes ensures that every vaper can find its perfect match. You get all flavours ranging from tropical fruits, desserts and tobacco. This gives you the option to try out all sorts of tasty flavours and pick the best for you. So, what are you waiting for? Check out our vast range of e-liquids. We cater to all budgets, too, so you’re bound to find a vape liquid that meets your needs.

How E-Liquids Work?

E-liquids are very important for vaping. When you press the fire button or inhale on a draw-activated device, the coil heats the e-cig liquid, turning it into vapour. The PG/VG ratio (more on them below) affects how strong the flavour is, how much vapour is produced, and how it feels in your throat. Nicotine in e-liquid helps to satisfy cravings. This simple process makes e-liquids a crucial tool for smokers looking to switch and for vapers seeking their perfect experience. 

What is inside a vape juice?

Made up of four ingredients (rising to 5 with the addition of nicotine); the main ingredients used are:

• Propylene glycol
• Vegetable glycol
• Distilled water
• Nicotine
• Food grade colouring

What is Propylene Glycol (PG)? PG is a flavourless, thin and odourless organic liquid. Unlike VG, which is thicker, PG does not leave as much build-up on a vape device’s coil, meaning the coil won’t need replacing as often. It's great for delivering strong flavours and providing a stronger throat hit - much like smoking a traditional cigarette. A higher proportion of PG in e-liquid is best suited for Mouth-to-Lung (MTL) devices like vape pens or refillable pod kits. Liquids high in PG tend to be used for low-powered pen or pod devices as they offer a clean flavour and nicotine hit while being easy to vaporise.

What is Vegetable Glycerin (VG)?: VG is a liquid derived from plant oil. VG is an odourless and mostly clear liquid that helps form the base of an e-liquid. VG is a thicker and sweeter liquid. A higher VG e-liquid is commonly used in sub-ohm devices for direct-to-lung (DTL) vaping, where a smooth inhale and intense flavour are preferred. It is perfect for creating big and dense clouds of vapour. High VG e-liquids tend to create fantastic amounts of vapour and are super smooth to vape. However, they require more heat to vaporise, so this is why they require a more advanced device. The potent nature of VG can also cause more maintenance due to coils building up liquid residue.  

Understanding PG and VG Ratios:

What are PG/VG ratios? VG/PG ratio refers to the balance between PG and VG in an e-liquid. The ratio of PG to VG in vape juice has an enormous influence on your vaping experience. While higher PG levels provide stronger throat hits for transitioning smokers, smoother hits from higher VG blends allow cloud chasing more easily. Knowing these ratios allows for the selection of an ideal juice blend tailored specifically for you; Experimenting with different ratios will allow you to find what best fits your habits whether focused on flavour intensity or volume! The different ratio of PG/VG ratio blends impact the flavour, throat hit and vapour production helping you to ensure the right e-liquid for your vaping experience.

Check out our PG/VG Ratio Guide to see how each blend affects vapour production, flavour, and throat hit, helping you find the perfect match for your type of vape kit. The general ratios you find in the market are

• 70% VG- 30% PG:  Ideal for sub-ohm tanks and DTL kits
• 50% VG- 50% PG:  good for pod kits and pen kits
• 30% VG- 70% PG: focusses on strong flavours

For more info, you can visit, “VG and PG What are they and what do they mean - E Liquids.”

We have a complete collection of vape mods, sub-ohm tanks and vape devices in our Vape Hardware collection. Also, we have Vape Coils & Replacement Pods with brands like Geek Vape, UWELL, SMOK, Vaporesso, Aspire, Dvine Laboratories and Rocky Vapor.

What kind of Vape Juice should I use?

Choosing the Best Vape Juice in Canada is a complex task as are many types of e-liquids available. Understanding the different types available can significantly improve your vaping experience.  A great-quality e-juice should taste good, provide the desired throat hit and have a clean and refreshing finish.

• High VG ratio juices: Generally, considered 70% VG or more. These create thicker vapour clouds and a strong flavour with more sweetness. These are ideal for sub-ohm tanks.
• High PG ratio juices: Generally, considered 70% PG or more. These create lesser vapour clouds and give clean nicotine hits.
• 50/50 PG/VG:  One popular option among vapers is a 50/50 ratio that provides a balance between throat hit and vapour production, making it suitable for different vaping preferences and styles alike.
• Nic Salts: These offer a smoother throat hit and faster nicotine absorption than freebase nicotine vape juices. They are recommended to be used in low-power devices and pod systems.
• Hybrid Nicotine: These consist of an equal blend of freebase nicotine and salt nicotine. They provide the fast absorption of nicotine salt e-liquids along with the more noticeable throat hit found in freebase juices.
• Shortfills: Large bottles of nicotine-free e-liquid, leaving space to add Nic shots if desired. Designed to comply with regulations on nicotine limits, shortfills typically come in a 50ml or 100ml bottle size with extra room for 10ml nicotine shots, allowing you to customise your nicotine strength. Traditionally a sub-ohm liquid, shortfills are now available in high PG formats, so cater to both MTL and DTL vapers.
• Device Compatibility: Pod Systems use nicotine salts with higher nicotine levels and a 50/50 PG/VG ratio. Sub-ohm Tanks are used for freebase nicotine with lower nicotine levels (3-6 mg/ml) and a higher VG content.
• Quality and Safety: Always purchase from a valid brand and look for all manufacturer instructions and customer feedback.

Nicotine Strengths:

Choosing the right nicotine strength for your e-liquid is crucial to ensuring you satisfy your nicotine cravings, especially if you're transitioning from smoking cigarettes. The amount of nicotine you require depends on your previous smoking habits and how your body reacts to vaping. Nicotine strength in e-liquids is measured in milligrams per millilitre (mg/mL), indicating the nicotine content in a given volume of e-liquid.

How to Choose Your Nicotine Strength:

The first step in selecting your nicotine strength is to assess your current or past smoking habits. See below for a general guideline based on the number of cigarettes you smoked per day:

• Low (1-5 cigarettes/day): 5mg Nic Salts or 3mg Freebase.
• Medium (6-14 cigarettes/day): 10mg Nic Salts or 6mg Freebase.
• High (15 cigarettes/day): 20mg Nic Salts or 12mg Freebase.
• Very High (20 or more cigarettes/day): 18mg Freebase

Taste Profiles and Their Appeal

Flavour is an integral element of vape juice, from fruity profiles to dessert-inspired ones. Your selection can have an enormous impact on both satisfaction and experience. Vapers can use these wide varieties of flavours to customise their experience based on mood or time of day. Flavour concentrates added in the production of e-liquids are food-grade and safe to be ingested, but they must always be water-soluble. You get flavours of Tobacco Flavors, Fruity Flavors, Dessert Flavors, Candy & Sweet Treats(Cotton Candy, Gummy Bear, Sour Apple, Bubblegum )and Beverage Flavors( Coffee, Cappuccino, Cola, Mojito, Lemonade).

Are e-liquids safe?

Why would anyone suggest switching from smoking to vaping if vaping is just as harmful as smoking? It is widely accepted by regulators that vaping e-liquids presents far lower health risks when compared to traditional smoking cigarettes. The number just said is E-cigarettes are 95% less harmful than tobacco. Besides we have strict Canadian vaping regulations for selling, packing and promoting. These intense safety regulations support a safer vaping experience. It is however recommended to check for any allergies/reactions to vaping. Safety and Regulations in Canada. Canada has implemented rigorous vape juice regulations to safeguard consumer safety, such as restrictions on nicotine concentration and mandatory childproof packaging requirements. If vapers want an enjoyable vaping experience and contribute to building responsible communities within vaping, purchasing products that comply with Canadian regulations is key if they wish to enjoy quality vaping juice products that comply by adhering to regulator guidelines effectively regulating their industry. Canada's Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) regulates the manufacture, sale, labelling, and promotion of vaping products in Canada.

Vape Juice Delivery:

Yes, we do offer Vape juice delivery in Canada. We offer FREE Canada wide shipping, same day vape delivery GTA and next-day Vape delivery Montreal. Our special Same Hour Vape Delivery can be made possible for any location within a 15km radius. So never think of vape juice near me. Our online prices are the same as our in-store prices with no difference.

FAQ’S( Frequently Asked Questions)

1. What are 50/50 E-liquids?

50/50s are one of the most common types of e-liquid. 50/50s are named because of their VG: PG ratio; they are 50% PG to 50% VG. The higher PG ratio makes them easier to use with a low-power device such as smaller on-the-go pod kits. It also means that they carry flavour a little more clearly and that the nicotine in them will have more of a satisfying throat hit. One popular option among vapers is a 50/50 ratio which provides a balance between throat hit and vapour production, making it suitable for different vaping preferences and styles alike. 50/50 is not suited for sub-ohm because of the juice’s thin consistency and the usually higher nicotine content and should be operated on The best wattage for 50/50 e-liquid is within the range of 9W – 16W,

2. What are Nic Salts E-liquids?

Nicotine salts are similar to 50/50s e-liquids nicotine-containing e-liquids, They have a nicotine salicylate which is a salt form of nicotine. This salt is a similar natural form of tobacco leaf nicotine. This results in a much smoother and more satisfying nicotine experience, with a throat hit that is far less harsh.

3. What is freebase vape juice?

Freebase e-liquid uses freebase nicotine which is a pure form of nicotine compared to nicotine salts. Due to its alkalinity, freebase nicotine delivers a noticeable throat hit, especially at higher nicotine strengths.  These are for sub ohm tanks and give DTL(direct–to–lung) Vaping and so give larger vape cloud production. 

4. What are Shortfill E-liquids?

From the name, we can infer that these come in lesser capacity liquid. The remaining capacity is given to add nicotine salts. Shortfills are e-liquids that come in much larger bottles, typically 50ml and over because they contain zero nicotine. Shortfills are often cheaper than other e-liquids per ml as they come in larger bottle sizes.

Shortfills are popular for regular or advanced vapers for a couple of reasons. Firstly, they are far more cost-effective if you vape often, as they are cheaper to stock up on. Secondly, shortfills tend to have a high VG ratio, around 70% VG to 30% PG, making them great for producing loads of vapour with a sub-ohm vape kit.

5. What are Nic Shot E-liquids?

Nic shots are flavourless, nicotine-containing e-liquids made to be added to shortfills to give them nicotine content. Adding nic shots to a shortfill effectively increases the nicotine content of a shortfill. This allows vapers to take advantage of the cost savings of buying shortfills, while still being able to vape nicotine. Nic shots are available in a number of different strengths, allowing you to tailor your nicotine intake. Simply add your nic shot to your favourite shortfill bottle and shake well to allow them to combine.

6. Which Vape Nicotine Strength Should I be Using?

The nicotine strength depends heavily on your current smoking habits. Occasional smokers can go for a lower nicotine strength is recommended, while heavy smokers may need a higher strength. This variation is to satisfy your nicotine cravings. For more steady smokers, mid-range nicotine strengths of around 12mg are suitable, but if nicotine cravings start getting worse, then it's advisable to move up to a higher strength. The MTL tanks are always used for high nicotine strength, while sub-ohm tanks are used for lower nicotine strength. Always keep in mind that your final goal should be a “nicotine-free life”. Always push yourself to decrease your nicotine strength. All these are general recommendations. If you are facing any health concerns it is always recommended to consult a professional employee or health care provider.

7. Can I Get Vaping Eliquids without Nicotine?

Yes, we do sell e-liquid with zero nicotine strength. You get nic free flavours in many flavours. Vape juices without nicotine is best for sub-ohm tanks. 

Nicotine salts absorb far faster into the bloodstream compared to standard freebase e-liquids.

8. Nic salts vs Freebase:

If you're looking for a strong throat hit and large clouds, freebase e-liquid is a great choice. However, if you prefer higher nicotine with a smoother inhale, nicotine salts might be better. 

9. How much does E-Liquid cost?

At Puff Vapes we sell e-liquids at a range from $24.99 to $49.99. Please be assured that this price varies with quantity and brand.

10. Which e-liquid is best for beginners?

For beginners, it is best to start with 50/50 e-liquids. They provide the right balance between flavour, hits and cloud production.

11. What is the strongest strength available?

In general, the maximum strength of nicotine available is 20mg/ml. But with some craving for more, we offer Bold 50 which is a synthetic nicotine which gives the feel of 50mg/ml nicotine strength but still maintains standards of 20mg.ml.

12. Do e-liquids expire?/ Does vape juice go bad?

Yes, each e-liquid comes with an expiry date which is printed on the box. It is essential to note this date and compare it to your usage time to ensure safe vaping. After the expiry date, these liquids lose colour and other properties with oxidative reactions. Even after purchase, it is recommended to store them in a dry and dark place to avoid any reactions.

13. Which e-liquid to use for sub-ohm kits?

For sub-ohm kits, we recommend using an e-liquid that is high in VG. This allows for the creation of the best clouds, and they work well with the low resistance of sub-ohm coils. Many shortfills are available in 70-30 VG-PG ratio.

14. Which e-liquid to use for pod kits?

Pod kits work best with e-liquids that have good PG content. For convenience, we recommend either 50-50s or nic salts. Both of these e-liquids have a 50% PG content and their convenient size makes them ideal for pod kit vaping.

15. Can I mix e-liquid flavours?

You can mix e-liquid flavours to create your own unique flavours. However, it is not recommended to mix different nicotine-strength liquids as it may haper vape performance and experience. Mixing only enhances you to be more creative in your own preferences.

16. What is Mouth-to-Lung (MTL) vaping?

This style mimics traditional cigarette smoking, where you draw vapour into your mouth before inhaling it into your lungs. MTL vapers typically use higher nicotine strengths and thinner vape liquids, like nicotine salts and freebase nicotine e-liquids.

17. What is Direct-to-Lung (DTL) vaping?

Here, you inhale vapour directly into the lungs, like a deep breath. DTL is best for lower nicotine concentrations but higher VG blends, which produce more vapour with intense flavour. High VG shortfills and sub-ohm vape kits pair best for a DTL vaping experience.

18. Best e-liquid brands?

At Puff Vapes we do sell all famous E-liquid brands. Our popular selling brands are Apple Drop Vape Juice, Crave Vape Juice, Flavour Beast Juice, Iced Up Vape Juice, KAPOW Vape Juice, Twelve Monkeys Vape Juice and many more. Shop Now at PuffvapesOnline.

More Info:

At Puff Vapes Online we do offer vape online delivery. With a range of options including Same Hour Vape delivery, Same Day Vape delivery GTA, Next Day Vape delivery Montreal and FREE Canada-wide shipping.  Do visit each section for detailed reviews of each delivery option.For any queries, you can contact us at  416-583-1428 and info@puffvapesonline.com. You can visit our store at  85 Queens Wharf Rd TH07, Toronto, ON, M5V 0J9.