From Smok and Vampire Vape to Elf Bar and Lost Mary, the vape industry has produced globally famous names that almost every vaper has heard of.
However, there are plenty of fantastic vape juice brands out there that may lack mass recognition but excel when it comes to flavour and quality.
From lesser-known hidden gems, to new names set to make a splash and award-winning brands that still fly under the radar, here are 6 of the best vape juice brands you may not know about.
Contents
- Best vape juice you’ve probably never heard of
- Pacha Mama
- Ohm Boy
- Six Licks
- Double Brew
- Dr Vapes
- Bar Works
- How we chose these brands
- Related guides
While Pacha Mama may not be as well known as their parent brand Charlie’s Chalk Dust, this US brand is one to watch thanks to its premium e-liquids and unique flavours.
Originally known for their fresh tropical fruit blends, the California-based company’s juices utilise lesser-used ingredients and unique flavours such as Fuji apple, pitaya and jackfruit.
Alongside tropical tastes, Pacha Mama’s Desserts shortfill range features classic flavours including Blueberry Crumble and Strawberry Cheesecake which are perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
What our team say:
“ Pacha Mama’s Fuji Apple has been one of my favourite flavours for many years. It’s different from other apple flavours I’ve tried, very smooth and with a great mix of sweet and tangy notes.” Kayleigh, ECD Team
Most popular flavour: Golden Peach Pineapple.
With high-quality, unique flavours, artisan UK brand Ohm Boy has earned a loyal following amongst vaping aficionados since launching in 2017. They’re also a firm favourite here at E-Cigarette Direct.
Contrasting the in-your-face flavours and branding of their competitors, Ohm Boy focuses on delicate, layered blends. Their stand-out Volume II range of nic salts and shortfills won praise for its mixing of fruit bases with florals and botanicals to create unique and sophisticated flavours.
More recently, Ohm Boy has embraced the Bar Salts trend with their latest Ohm Boy SLT range. Introducing new, more tropical options, these 10ml nic salts boast a double-concentrated formula to provide maximum flavour.
If you’re looking for something a little different, Ohm Boy is one to go for.
What our team say:
Ohm Boy’s flavours are fantastic - with both nic salt & shortfill options available. Apple, Elderflower & Garden Mint is a personal fave! Ben, ECD Team
Most popular flavour: Rhubarb Raspberry & Orange Blossom (available as shortfill & nic salt)
A must-try for those who like complex, fruity flavours and cheeky, creative branding, Six Licks is flying the flag for UK e-liquid creators.
Launching in 2017 with a collection of just 6 fruit-based flavours, Six Licks’ commitment to quality over quantity led to 9 awards in their first year. This included Best Up and Coming Brand at the 2017 Vapouround Awards and multiple accolades for their signature Truth or Pear blend.
With a growing number of flavours available in 10ml, nic salt and shortfill formats, Six Licks caters to a wide range of vapers and continues to expand its product range. In 2024 they launched 2 new collections - the sour-tasting Tongue Twisters range and the refreshing Sub Zero collection of fruity flavours with an icy kick.
What our team say:
“Not only does the Six Licks range offer a lot of choice, but their e-liquids stand out for having plenty of flavour without ever being overly sweet or sickly.” Corey, ECD Team
Most popular flavour: Truth or Pear (available in salts & 100ml shortfill)
While you’ve probably heard of their parent company Ohm Brew, the lesser-known Double Brew is set to make a splash with their tasty flavours and innovative new e-liquid types.
Double by name and by flavour, Double Brew’s Bar Series e-liquids boast a highly concentrated formula for maximum taste. Their original nic salt range features a varied choice of disposable-inspired flavours with fruit, menthol, beverage and tobacco options to suit vapers of all tastes.
New for 2024, Double Brew has translated these flavours into their innovative Bar Series shortfills. While nicotine-free shortfills have long been restricted to Direct-Lung vapers using high-powered kits, these 100ml juices feature a VG:PG 50:50 formula allowing them to be used with lower-powered kits for Mouth-to-Lung vaping.
What our team say:
"I was surprised at how intense Double Brew’s flavours are, while still being very well-rounded and more balanced than other ranges I’ve tried… everything I look for when choosing an e-liquid." Lloyd, ECD Team.
Most popular flavour: Strawberry Raspberry Cherry (available as shortfill & nic salt)
UK manufacturer Dr Vapes’ high-quality e-liquids and unique flavour combinations have made them one to watch.
The popular Panther Series of nic salts and shortfills have a flavour to suit most tastes - with fruit, tobacco and dessert options available. This includes their multi-award-winning Black tobacco blend - which mixes distinct flavours from across the world.
As well as stand-out flavour, Panther Series shortfills make a great choice for cloud chasers thanks to their unique VG:PG 78:22 formulation.
In 2024, Dr Vapes followed this impressive first offering with their Frozen Series nic salts and shortfill collections of delicious fruit and ice blends.
What our team say:
“Although Dr Vapes’ e-liquids aren’t as punchy as some others, their flavour combinations make them unique and very enjoyable to vape.” Corey, ECD Team
Most popular flavour: Lotus Cheesecake (available as shortfill & nic salts)
While ‘Bar Salts’ have gained huge popularity for bringing disposable-style flavours to reusable device users, up-and-coming UK brand Bar Works has taken this concept further than many of their competitors.
Unlike other brands who have focused their disposable-inspired flavours on nicotine salts, Bar Works’ range caters to multiple vape styles.
Mouth-to-Lung and pod vapers can enjoy Bar Works nic salts in a choice of strengths, while nicotine-free and Direct-Lung vapers can also enjoy the same great flavours in 50ml shortfills.
Inspired by 14 of the most popular Elf Bar flavours, Bar Works e-liquids are extra concentrated for maximum taste and available in a choice of fruit, beverage and menthol options.
What our team say:
“Bar Works’ flavours aren’t amazingly adventurous by name, but they stand out for being super punchy. I particularly liked Ice Menthol, which was sweeter than regular menthol flavours but still super refreshing” Corey, ECD Team
Most popular flavour: Menthol Ice (available as nic salts & shortfill)
The products we feature on our ‘best of’ lists are selected via both customer feedback and personal testing. Instead of simply listing best-selling brands or the most popular ranges, we recommend products we truly believe in.
When we receive a new e-liquid range, it is assigned to an in-house tester for several days. They then fill in a detailed feedback form rating everything from flavour to sweetness and intensity. After all, we couldn’t recommend a product we haven’t tried out ourselves!
We also monitor customer response including sales, anecdotal feedback and more to find out what our customers love and take this into consideration when selecting our top picks.