New to CBD e-liquids and refillable pod vapes? This guide breaks down the fundamentals that actually affect your experience: PG/VG base ratios, coil resistance, wattage, airflow, and realistic strength (mg/mL) planning.
By the end, you’ll know how to choose the right CBD e-liquid, dial in your pod settings, and avoid the common pitfalls that cause harshness, dry hits and muted flavour.
If you’ve ever wondered why one bottle feels silky smooth while another feels peppery, the answer is usually in the base ratio, not the CBD itself.
CBD e-liquids (often called CBD vape juice) are bottled liquids you pour into a refillable pod or tank just like standard vape juice.
They’re typically formulated for smooth wicking and consistent flavour across low-power devices.
Compare that to prefilled CBD vape cartridges, which are sealed and come ready to use; cartridges are brilliant for convenience and terpene realism, while e-liquids shine for flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and flavour variety.
Shopping shortcut: if you want the widest flavour choice or you plan to fine-tune your strength using additive shots, start with bottled CBD e-liquids.
If you want rapid, no-mix convenience and ultra-potent options, look at cartridges instead.
For connoisseurs, the Reserve CDT cartridges deliver authentic strain profiles in a plug-and-play format.
Most CBD e-liquids use a propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG) base.
PG is thinner and carries flavour well; VG is thicker and produces denser vapour.
For CBD, a balanced or PG-leaning base improves wicking in small pods, reduces dry hits, and keeps flavour bright.
Too much VG can feel sluggish in tight pods and may cause inconsistent wicking, especially at lower wattage.
Practical tip: if you’re using compact refillable pods, opt for CBD e-liquids designed for pods and MTL (mouth-to-lung) vaping.
Canavape’s 50ml lines (for example Pineapple Peach & Mango or Watermelon Ice) and 10ml strong options are blended to stay smooth in low-power devices.
If you prefer a more botanical taste, try terpene-forward options in the CBD e-liquids with terpenes range.
For background on why PG and VG ratios impact vaping, see this article in Healthline.
Device setup is just as important as the liquid you choose.
A great e-liquid in the wrong coil or wattage range will feel harsh and unsatisfying.
Here are the main things to dial in:
Labels can be confusing.
A 50ml bottle listed at 1250mg contains 1250mg total CBD.
To estimate feel, think in mg per mL: 1250mg ÷ 50ml ≈ 25mg/mL.
For 10ml “strong” bottles, 600mg ÷ 10ml = ~60mg/mL.
Higher mg/mL isn’t automatically “better”; the right strength depends on your pacing, device, and goals.
Many users keep a 50ml flavour for all-day use and upgrade potency with a 10ml additive shot when needed.
See our CBD & CBG additives for flexible boosting.
If you’re unsure where to start, these categories cover the most popular styles:
Mixing CBD e-liquids with additives is straightforward if you think in total mg divided by total ml. Here are a few examples:
Always test your mix in a fresh pod, start at the lower end of your device’s wattage range, and pace your puffs (short, gentle inhales with 30–60 seconds between).
For sharper, terpene-style flavour without mixing, see cartridges.
Even when using high-quality liquids and pods, common issues can creep in.
Here’s how to solve them quickly:
Pick one flavour profile you love in a 50ml bottle, add a compatible 10ml additive for power-days, and run it in a 0.8–1.2Ω pod around 10–16W.
If you want bolder, cannabis-inspired flavour or maximum simplicity, try a terpene e-liquid or jump to prefilled cartridges.
Beginners can also start with an all-in-one CBD vape pen kit for easy setup.
CBD vaping is about balance: the right PG/VG base, the right coil, and the right strength for you.
Once you understand how these factors interact, you’ll get consistently smooth hits every time.
Explore Canavape to find your perfect CBD e-liquid or starter kit today.
