SKE Bar 600 Prefilled Pod Kit Blackcurrant Apple
The SKE Bar 600 Blackcurrant Apple is a rechargeable prefilled pod kit built around a two-fruit profile that pairs deep, dark blackcurrant richness with a crisp, clean apple brightness — a combination that many adult users find more interesting and more satisfying than either fruit would deliver on its own. The blackcurrant leads with depth and a sweet-tart dark berry character; the apple lifts the finish with a crisper, cleaner fruit note that contrasts with the blackcurrant's richness and gives the overall profile movement across the draw. Also known as the SKE Crystal Bar 600 Blackcurrant Apple, this kit includes the device and a 2ml prefilled Blackcurrant Apple pod ready to vape from the box — 20mg nicotine salt, 500mAh rechargeable battery, USB-C charging, and no settings or buttons to navigate. Blackcurrant Apple is one of the available flavours across the rechargeable range; browse the full selection in the SKE Bar 600 Prefilled Pod Kit collection at Vapourcore.
Quick Overview
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Kit includes: Device + 1 x 2ml prefilled Blackcurrant Apple pod
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Puff count: Up to 600 puffs — manufacturer estimate, usage dependent
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Nicotine: 20mg nicotine salt
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Pod capacity: 2ml (TPD compliant)
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Battery: 500mAh rechargeable
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Charging: USB-C
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Draw style: MTL (Mouth-to-Lung), inhale activated, no settings or buttons
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Coil: Mesh coil
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Flavour style: Blackcurrant Apple — deep, dark blackcurrant sweetness with a crisp apple brightness on the finish; sweet-tart two-fruit profile
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Cooling: No cooling indicated — a warm, fruit-forward profile throughout
- 18+ only — adult product
Blackcurrant Apple Flavour Profile
Blackcurrant Apple is a two-fruit profile built around the contrast between two very different fruit characters. Blackcurrant is the body and the depth of the profile — a deep, dark berry note with a natural sweet-tart quality that is more complex and more distinctive than a plain sweet berry. Apple is the brightness and the lift — a crisp, clean fruit note that develops on the finish and gives the exhale a fresher, more open quality that contrasts with the blackcurrant's richness. The pairing creates a profile that has movement and variety across each draw rather than a flat, consistent single note from inhale to exhale.
The blackcurrant note leads the inhale with a deep, dark berry character that is distinctly its own — not a generic berry sweetness but the particular flavour that blackcurrant carries, which includes a natural sweet-tart quality alongside its depth. Blackcurrant as a fruit flavour sits in a more complex part of the berry spectrum than, for example, strawberry or blueberry; it is darker, more intense, and has an inherent sharpness that many adult users find more interesting and more satisfying than a straightforwardly sweet berry. In Blackcurrant Apple, the blackcurrant provides the profile's primary identity, its body, and the richness that gives the flavour its depth. The apple note builds through the mid-draw and into the exhale as a crisper, cleaner contrast to the blackcurrant. Apple — particularly in a pairing with a darker, heavier berry — adds brightness and a lively quality to the finish that prevents the profile from closing as a heavy, one-dimensional dark-berry option. Many adult users find the apple element in Blackcurrant Apple is precisely what makes the profile feel more refreshing and more dynamic than a pure blackcurrant option would be.
No cooling or menthol is indicated for this flavour. The freshness and the clean quality of the finish come from the apple fruit character rather than any added cooling agent. Overall sweetness sits in the medium range — blackcurrant's natural sweet-tart quality prevents the profile from being heavily sweet, and the apple adds brightness rather than sweetness. Many adult users who find very high-sweetness profiles tiring find Blackcurrant Apple a more sustainable option for extended sessions as a result.
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Sweetness: Medium — blackcurrant's sweet-tart character and apple's crispness keep the overall sweetness balanced rather than high
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Tartness: Low to medium — a natural sweet-tart quality from the blackcurrant; apple adds brightness rather than additional tartness
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Cooling: No cooling indicated — the freshness is from the apple fruit character, not a cooling agent
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All-day suitability: High for many adult users — the medium sweetness and the variety between the blackcurrant and apple notes make it comfortable and engaging across extended sessions
Who This Flavour Suits
- Adult vapers who enjoy dark, complex berry flavour profiles and want a fruit option that is more interesting and more characterful than a straightforward sweet berry
- Those who specifically enjoy blackcurrant as a leading note and want it paired with a complementary fruit that adds brightness and lift to the finish
- Vapers who prefer medium sweetness over high-sweetness candy or fruit options — the natural sweet-tart quality of blackcurrant and the crispness of apple keep the overall profile from being heavily sweet
- Those who want a two-fruit profile with clear contrast between the two elements — the dark, rich blackcurrant and the crisp, clean apple are distinctly different fruit characters
- Adult vapers who have previously enjoyed blackcurrant or blackcurrant-and-apple flavours in other formats and want the same profile in a rechargeable prefilled device
- Those looking for a fruit option that sustains interest and comfort across an extended session without the sweetness becoming fatiguing
If You Like Blackcurrant Apple, You May Also Like…
- Pomegranate Cherry if you enjoy the deep, dark fruit character of blackcurrant in this profile and want to explore another rich, complex dark-fruit pairing with a tangier counterpoint
- Sour Apple Blueberry if you enjoy the apple element in Blackcurrant Apple and want a profile where the apple plays a more assertive, tarter role alongside a darker berry note
- Red Apple Ice if you enjoy the apple character specifically and want to explore it in a single-fruit profile with a cooling finish — the contrast with the no-cooling character of Blackcurrant Apple is a useful comparison
- Cherry Berry if you enjoy the dark-fruit-and-berry combination approach and want to explore it with cherry as the leading dark fruit alongside a brighter mixed-berry finish
Why Choose Blackcurrant Apple in the SKE Bar 600?
A two-fruit profile built around contrasting characters — deep, dark blackcurrant on the inhale and crisper apple brightness on the exhale — is well served by the focused, moderate-vapour draw of an MTL pod kit. MTL hardware delivers flavour with clarity rather than volume, which means the movement from the blackcurrant's richness to the apple's cleaner finish has space to register distinctly on each draw rather than blending into an undifferentiated fruit sweetness. Many adult users find that dark-berry-and-fruit combination profiles come through with more definition and more character in an MTL draw than in higher-powered setups, where the volume of vapour can smooth out the contrast between two different fruit notes.
The mesh coil inside each prefilled Blackcurrant Apple pod is designed for even, consistent heating across its surface area. For a profile where the balance between the blackcurrant's depth and the apple's brightness is the central quality of each draw, coil consistency matters — uneven heat can shift the profile towards the heavier blackcurrant or the lighter apple disproportionately across the pod's life. The closed prefilled format also ensures Blackcurrant Apple arrives exactly as formulated, without manual-filling variables affecting how the two-fruit balance presents from the first draw.
Device & Pod Kit Highlights
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500mAh rechargeable battery: The device recharges and continues in use — only the pod is replaced when depleted, not the full unit
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USB-C charging: Compatible with any standard USB-C cable; no proprietary charger required or confirmed as included
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Inhale activated, no settings: Draw to vape — no buttons, no wattage controls, no screens; immediate and straightforward for everyday use
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Mesh coil pod: Even heating for consistent flavour delivery and maintained blackcurrant-to-apple balance throughout the pod's lifespan
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MTL draw style: A focused, moderate draw suited to 20mg nic salt delivery and to the contrasting dark-berry-and-crisp-fruit character of Blackcurrant Apple
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Compact and portable: Slim, lightweight form factor designed for everyday carry in a pocket or bag
Specifications
- Device type: Rechargeable prefilled pod kit
- Puff count: Up to 600 puffs per pod (manufacturer estimate, usage dependent)
- Pod capacity: 2ml (TPD compliant)
- Nicotine strength: 20mg nicotine salt
- Battery: 500mAh rechargeable
- Charging: USB-C
- Coil: Mesh coil
- Draw style: MTL (Mouth-to-Lung)
- Activation: Inhale activated — no buttons
- Pod system: Closed prefilled — not manually refillable
- Flavour: Blackcurrant Apple (deep blackcurrant sweetness + crisp apple brightness; sweet-tart profile; no cooling indicated)
- Age restriction: 18+ only
What's in the Box?
- 1 x SKE Bar 600 rechargeable device
- 1 x 2ml prefilled Blackcurrant Apple pod
- User documentation
A USB-C charging cable is not confirmed as included with this kit. Please use your own compatible USB-C cable for charging.
How to Use (Setup in Under a Minute)
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Charge if needed. If the indicator shows a low charge on first use, connect via USB-C before vaping. Charge time varies by power source; allow around an hour as a general guide from low.
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Insert the pod. If the Blackcurrant Apple pod is not pre-installed, slot it into the device until it clicks firmly into place.
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Prime the coil. Allow one to two minutes after inserting a new pod before your first draw. This lets the e-liquid fully saturate the mesh coil and prevents a dry or harsh opening draw.
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Inhale to activate. Draw at a steady, moderate Mouth-to-Lung pace. The device fires automatically on inhale — no button press is required.
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Replace the pod when depleted. When vapour output drops significantly or the flavour becomes weak or off despite the battery being charged, the pod is near or at end of life. Remove it and fit a fresh SKE Bar 600 replacement pod.
Common mistakes to avoid:
- Drawing without priming after fitting a new pod — skipping the two-minute wait is the most common cause of a burnt or harsh first draw
- Continuing to use a pod past its usable life — flavour deterioration at this point is expected and is not a device or product fault
- Fitting pods from other brands or formats — the SKE Bar 600 accepts only its own dedicated closed pod format
- Allowing the battery to drain fully — keeping the 500mAh battery topped up via USB-C avoids mid-session interruptions and supports consistent vapour quality
Pods & Compatibility
The SKE Bar 600 uses its own dedicated prefilled pod format. When the Blackcurrant Apple pod is depleted, replace it with a SKE Bar 600 prefilled replacement pod in any available flavour — the rechargeable device continues in use. Pods are a closed system: they arrive prefilled and are not designed to be manually refilled with third-party e-liquid. Only SKE Bar 600 pods are compatible with this device. Browse all replacement flavour options in the SKE Bar 600 prefilled pods collection at Vapourcore.
Compatibility quick reference:
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Compatible: SKE Bar 600 prefilled replacement pods (all available flavours)
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Not compatible: Open refillable pods, pods from other device brands or formats
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Not compatible: Third-party e-liquid for direct pod filling — this is a closed prefilled system
To explore other SKE devices and formats available at Vapourcore, visit the SKE vape collection. Adult vapers looking at rechargeable prefilled pod kits from a wider selection of brands can browse the prefilled pod vape kits collection for additional options.
Delivery, Returns & Age Verification
Vapourcore offers tracked and standard UK delivery options. For full details on shipping costs and timescales, visit the delivery and shipping page before placing your order. The full returns eligibility criteria and process are set out on the returns policy page. This product is sold to adults aged 18 and over only. Age verification is applied at checkout in line with UK legal requirements; see the age verification page for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does SKE Bar 600 Blackcurrant Apple taste like?
Blackcurrant Apple delivers a deep, dark blackcurrant sweetness on the inhale — complex, slightly sweet-tart, and distinctly blackcurrant in character — with a crisper, cleaner apple note on the exhale that lifts the finish and provides contrast. Many adult users find the two notes work together well: the blackcurrant provides richness and depth; the apple provides brightness and a cleaner close. No cooling is indicated; the freshness comes from the apple fruit character rather than any cooling agent.
How many puffs does the SKE Bar 600 Blackcurrant Apple pod last?
The manufacturer estimates up to 600 puffs per pod. This is a usage-dependent figure — actual puff count varies by draw length, frequency, and individual inhalation style. Shorter, lighter draws typically extend pod life; longer or heavier draws will reduce it. The 600-puff figure is a manufacturer estimate rather than a guaranteed output for every adult user.
Is the SKE Bar 600 similar to a disposable vape?
In terms of simplicity, yes — it is draw-activated, comes with a prefilled pod, and requires no configuration. The key difference is that the SKE Bar 600 device is rechargeable and reused via USB-C. When the 2ml Blackcurrant Apple pod runs out, you replace the pod only — not the full unit. This reduces single-use waste compared to standard disposable vapes while maintaining the same ease of use and flavour-ready convenience.
How do I charge the SKE Bar 600?
Connect the device to any compatible USB-C cable and power source. No proprietary charger is required, and a USB-C charging cable is not confirmed as included in the kit. Charge time varies by power source; allow around an hour as a general guide from a low charge state. The device typically uses an indicator light to display charge status — refer to the user documentation included with your kit for specific LED behaviour details.
When should I replace the Blackcurrant Apple pod?
Replace the pod when vapour output drops noticeably and does not recover after a brief rest, or when the flavour becomes weak, muted, or unpleasant despite adequate battery charge. These are signs the pod has reached or is near the end of its usable life. Remove the depleted pod and insert a fresh SKE Bar 600 prefilled replacement pod in Blackcurrant Apple or any other available flavour to continue using the device.
What pods are compatible with the SKE Bar 600?
Only SKE Bar 600 prefilled replacement pods are compatible with this device. The pod system is closed — pods are prefilled by the manufacturer, cannot be manually refilled with third-party e-liquid, and are not interchangeable with pods from other brands or device formats. The full range of SKE Bar 600 replacement pod flavours is available in the SKE Bar 600 prefilled pods collection at Vapourcore.
My SKE Bar 600 tastes burnt or weak — what should I do?
A burnt or harsh taste after fitting a new pod typically means the coil was not given enough time to prime before the first draw. Allow one to two minutes after inserting a fresh pod to let the e-liquid saturate the mesh coil before vaping. If the issue develops later during pod use rather than at the start, the pod is likely depleted and should be replaced. A low battery can also reduce vapour and flavour quality — confirm the device is adequately charged before assuming a pod fault.
Can I use a different flavour pod in my SKE Bar 600 device?
Yes. Any SKE Bar 600 prefilled replacement pod is compatible with the rechargeable device regardless of flavour. Once your Blackcurrant Apple pod is finished, you can replace it with any other flavour from the SKE Bar 600 pod range available at Vapourcore. The device is designed to work continuously with the full SKE Bar 600 prefilled pod flavour line-up.
Compliance & Safety Notice
This product contains nicotine. Nicotine is a highly addictive substance.
The SKE Bar 600 Prefilled Pod Kit Blackcurrant Apple is an adult product sold strictly to customers aged 18 and over in the United Kingdom. It is not suitable for non-smokers, persons who have never used nicotine, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or those with health conditions that may be affected by nicotine use. Keep all vaping products and nicotine-containing items out of reach of children and pets at all times. No medical or smoking cessation claims are made or implied. No absolute performance claims are made.