Crystal Clear flavours have quickly become a go-to for pod vapers who want big, bar-style taste in a refillable bottle. Made by SKE, the same team behind the hugely popular Crystal Bar, the Crystal Clear Bar Salt range bottles those familiar disposable-style flavours as nic salts you can top up yourself. However, with more than 25 flavours to choose from, picking one can feel tricky. This guide breaks the whole range down by flavour family, so you can find your match fast.
What is Crystal Clear?
Crystal Clear is the Bar Salt e-liquid line from SKE, the brand famous for the Crystal Bar disposable. Essentially, it takes the crisp, clear flavours people love from those bars and puts them into a 10ml refillable bottle. As a result, you get the same taste you know, but with less waste and a lower cost per millilitre. It is a nicotine salt, so it feels smooth and acts fast, which makes it ideal for pod kits. If nic salts are new to you, our guide to nicotine salt e-liquids explained is a good place to start.
| Detail | Crystal Clear Bar Salt |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKE (makers of Crystal Bar) |
| Type | Nicotine salt, refillable |
| Bottle size | 10ml |
| Strengths | 10mg and 20mg |
| Flavours | 25+ across five families |
| Best for | Pod kits and refillable devices |
Because the format is refillable, one habit changes the maths in your favour: instead of buying a new disposable every couple of days, you top up a pod from a 10ml bottle. Therefore the running cost drops noticeably over a month, and you throw away far less plastic. For many vapers, that is the main reason to move from a bar to Bar Salt.
The Crystal Clear flavour families
The easiest way to navigate more than 25 flavours is to think in families. Every Crystal Clear flavour falls into one of five clear groups, so once you know which you like, the choice narrows quickly.
Fruit
True-to-life single fruits and blends like Apple Peach, Juicy Grape, Strawberry Kiwi and Mixed Berries. The biggest family.
Ice
Cool, menthol-tinged versions such as Blueberry Ice, Red Apple Ice and Strawberry Watermelon Ice for a crisp finish.
Slush and drinks
Fizzy, refreshing profiles like Blue Razz Lemonade, Pink Slush, Red Slush and Energy Ice.
Candy and sweets
Playful sweet-shop tastes including Gummy Bear, Candy Crush and Strawberry Watermelon Bubblegum.
Dessert
Richer, indulgent blends such as Strawberry Ice Cream for when you want something smooth and creamy.
Sour
A tangy twist from Xtreme Sour Apple and Tropical Sour Ice Blast, for vapers who like a sharp kick.
The most popular Crystal Clear flavours
Some flavours stand out as reliable crowd-pleasers, so they are a smart place to begin. Blue Razz Lemonade leads the drinks family with its sweet-and-sour fizz, while Blueberry Ice is the pick for anyone who wants fruit with a cool edge. Meanwhile, Gummy Bear and Candy Crush win over the sweet-tooth crowd, and Strawberry Ice Cream keeps dessert fans happy. For a sharp change of pace, Xtreme Sour Apple delivers a proper tangy punch.
It also helps to know how each profile actually tastes before you commit. Blue Razz Lemonade, for example, mixes tart blue raspberry with a fizzy citrus lift, so it drinks like a soft drink rather than a straight fruit. Blueberry Ice, on the other hand, keeps the berry sweet and then finishes with a clean menthol chill. Gummy Bear leans into mixed-fruit candy, whereas Strawberry Ice Cream is creamier and rounder on the exhale. Ultimately, the range is built so that every craving, from sharp to sweet, has a match.
Popular Crystal Clear flavours at VSHUB24
Here is a hand-picked selection of real Crystal Clear nic salts in stock now, one from each flavour family. Tap any product for full details and to buy.
Apple Peach 20mg Crystal Clear
Blueberry Ice 20mg Crystal Clear
Blue Razz Lemonade 20mg Crystal Clear
Gummy Bear 20mg Crystal Clear
Strawberry Ice Cream 20mg Crystal Clear
Xtreme Sour Apple 20mg Crystal Clear
Which Crystal Clear flavour should you choose?
It really comes down to the taste you enjoy most, so start with the family that appeals and pick from there. If you like it fresh, an ice flavour such as Blueberry Ice keeps things crisp. If you prefer sweet, the candy and dessert options are hard to beat.
New to the range
Go for a crowd-pleaser: Blue Razz Lemonade or Blueberry Ice are easy to love and hard to get wrong.
Sweet tooth
Try Gummy Bear, Candy Crush or Strawberry Ice Cream for a richer, dessert-like vape.
Want a kick
Xtreme Sour Apple and Tropical Sour Ice Blast bring a tangy, sharp edge for something different.
Strength matters too. Crystal Clear comes in 10mg and 20mg, and most pod users pick 20mg for a satisfying hit. If you are not sure which suits you, our 20mg vs 50mg strength guide and nic salt strengths guide both help you decide.
How to get the best from your Crystal Clear nic salt
To keep every bottle tasting its best, match the strength to your device and habit, then prime a fresh coil before you start. It also helps to let a newly filled pod sit for a minute so the wick soaks fully. Finally, store bottles cool and out of direct sunlight, because heat and light slowly dull the flavour. For more picks across the category, see our best nicotine salt liquids guide.
One more tip is worth remembering when you switch flavours. Because ice and dessert profiles are strong, they can linger in a pod, so rinse or swap the pod before you move from Strawberry Ice Cream to a light fruit. In addition, keep a couple of bottles in rotation rather than one, since alternating flavours stops your palate getting used to a single taste. Over time, that small habit keeps each flavour feeling fresh and full.
The verdict
Crystal Clear flavours earn their popularity by bottling proven Crystal Bar tastes as smooth, refillable nic salts. For everyday pod vaping, a 20mg bottle is the sweet spot, and the range covers every craving from crisp fruit and ice to fizzy slush, sweet candy and creamy dessert. Pick the family you love, choose your strength, and you will not go far wrong. Explore the whole line-up on the Crystal Clear brand page or across the wider e-liquids category.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Crystal Clear flavours?
Popular picks include Blue Razz Lemonade for a fizzy drink, Blueberry Ice for cool fruit, and Gummy Bear for something sweet. Strawberry Ice Cream is a favourite dessert, while Xtreme Sour Apple suits vapers who like a tangy kick.
Who makes Crystal Clear e-liquid?
Crystal Clear is made by SKE, the same brand behind the Crystal Bar disposable. The Bar Salt range takes those familiar bar-style flavours and bottles them as refillable nic salts.
What strength does Crystal Clear come in?
Crystal Clear Bar Salt is sold in 10ml bottles at 10mg and 20mg. Most pod users choose 20mg for a satisfying hit, while 10mg suits lighter or more frequent vaping.
Is Crystal Clear good for pod kits?
Yes. It is a nicotine salt, which is smooth and fast-acting, so it works well in low-power pod kits. That makes it a natural refillable alternative to the Crystal Bar disposable.
How is Crystal Clear different from a Crystal Bar?
A Crystal Bar is a single-use disposable, whereas Crystal Clear is a refillable 10ml nic salt you add to your own pod. You get similar flavours with less waste and a lower cost per millilitre.
Does Crystal Clear contain nicotine?
Yes. The Crystal Clear Bar Salt range contains nicotine at 10mg or 20mg and is for adult vapers only. Always check the strength on the bottle before you buy.
Related guides
For adult vapers (18+) only. The Crystal Clear nic-salt e-liquids in this guide contain nicotine, which is addictive. Keep away from children and pets.
