Twelve Monkeys: The Canadian Brand Behind Cult Fruity E-liquids

Twelve Monkeys is one of those brands that shaped the history of vaping. Founded in Canada in 2014, it made its name worldwide with fruit recipes that have become cult favourites: Kanzi, Mangabeys, Tropika... Names every vaper has come across at least once. Here is a look back at a brand still going strong more than ten years on.

The Twelve Monkeys story

Twelve Monkeys Vapor Co. was founded in 2014 in Toronto, Canada. The brand quickly drew international attention with recipes that are 100% fruit, with no dessert or tobacco notes whatsoever. Every e-liquid is steeped for two weeks before bottling, a process that gives the flavours their characteristic depth and roundness.

The awards soon followed: Best International Brand 2017 in Europe and Best E-liquid 2020. Today Twelve Monkeys is distributed in more than 40 countries and remains a genuine benchmark in the premium fruity e-liquid segment.

The Twelve Monkeys ranges

Twelve Monkeys offers three distinct ranges, all built around fruit:

The Classic range — The legends

These are the recipes that built the Twelve Monkeys reputation. Sold in 100 ml, they offer the best value for money in the brand's catalogue.

Kanzi — Strawberry, watermelon, kiwi

Kanzi is THE Twelve Monkeys best-seller and one of the best-selling e-liquids in the world. A blend of strawberry, watermelon and kiwi with a fruit-sweet edge. Sweet, juicy, irresistible. If you only try one, make it this one.

Mangabeys — Pineapple, guava, mango

Mangabeys is the tropical getaway in a bottle. Pineapple opens proceedings, guava adds a tangy lift and mango wraps it all in exotic sweetness. Two puffs and you are on a beach somewhere.

Hakuna — Apple, cranberry

Hakuna blends apples and cranberry for something tangier and more refreshing than the rest of the range. A less sugary fruit profile, ideal for vapers who like bright, sharp flavours. A tip from the brand: mix it with Matata to unlock Twelve Monkeys' favourite secret recipe.

Matata — Grape, apple

Matata plays on the contrast between a succulent grape on the inhale and a soft, ripe apple on the exhale. A simple duo, but perfectly balanced. And yes, Hakuna + Matata = the brand's secret recipe.

Tropika — Lychee, papaya, passion fruit

Tropika is an explosive exotic cocktail. Lychee, papaya and passion fruit come together in a punchy blend for anyone who likes their vape properly juicy. The boldest profile in the classic range.

Harambae — Grapefruit, lemon, blood orange, guava

Harambae is the most complex recipe in the range. A blend of grapefruit, lemon, lime, blood orange and guava that delivers a refreshing, tangy experience. A many-sided citrus, perfect for summer.

• Kanzi 100 ml — Strawberry, watermelon, kiwi — The must-try best-seller
• Mangabeys 100 ml — Pineapple, guava, mango — The tropical getaway
• Hakuna 100 ml — Apple, cranberry — The tangy fruit one
• Matata 100 ml — Grape, apple — The perfect duo
• Tropika 100 ml — Lychee, papaya, passion fruit — The bold exotic
• Harambae 100 ml — Citrus, guava — The refreshing one

The Oasis range — Exotic, taken further

The Oasis range pushes the tropical exploration further still, with bolder fruit combinations. Available in 50 ml and 100 ml.

Paradise — Strawberry, pineapple, banana, coconut

Paradise is the Oasis best-seller. An ultra-fruity cocktail of strawberry, pineapple, banana and coconut that tastes like a tropical smoothie.

Sanctuary — Peach, watermelon, strawberry

Sanctuary brings together sweet peaches, juicy watermelon and generous strawberries. A summer cocktail that drops you straight into an orchard paradise.

Passion — Passion fruit, mango, dragon fruit

Passion is the exotic blend par excellence. Passion fruit, mango and dragon fruit for an intense, far-flung flavour experience.

Zen — Melon, pineapple, banana

Zen tastes like biting into a freshly picked slice of melon, lifted by the sweetness of pineapple and banana. A soft, soothing recipe.

Harmony — Berry, peach, lychee

Harmony pairs a ripe berry with a delicious peach, sharpened with lychee. A rich, fragrant aromatic blend.

Haven — Pear, apple, grape

Haven offers a juicy pear alongside apple and sweet grape. A softer, more classic profile, ideal for vapers who prefer orchard fruits to tropical ones.

Mirage — Blueberry, pineapple, kiwi

Mirage puts blueberry, pineapple and kiwi front and centre in an ultra-fruity blend with tangy notes.

• Paradise Oasis 100 ml — Strawberry, pineapple, banana, coconut
• Sanctuary Oasis 100 ml — Peach, watermelon, strawberry
• Passion Oasis 50 ml — Passion fruit, mango, dragon fruit
• Zen Oasis 50 ml — Melon, pineapple, banana
• Harmony Oasis 50 ml — Berry, peach, lychee
• Haven Oasis 50 ml — Pear, apple, grape
• Mirage Oasis 50 ml — Blueberry, pineapple, kiwi

The Iced range — The classics on ice

Twelve Monkeys has revisited its most popular recipes with an icy kick of freshness. Available in 50 ml.

• Kanzi Iced 50 ml — Watermelon, strawberry, kiwi + ice — The chilled take on the best-seller
• Matata Iced 50 ml — Grape, apple + freshness — Smooth and icy
• Hakuna Iced 50 ml — Fuji apple, Granny Smith, cranberry + ice — Tangy and fresh
• Tropika Iced 50 ml — Lychee, papaya, passion fruit + ice — Iced tropical
• Mangabeys Iced 50 ml — Pineapple, guava, mango + ice — Fresh and exotic

Our Twelve Monkeys top 5

If the brand is new to you, here are our five recommendations based on customer feedback:

How should you vape Twelve Monkeys?

Twelve Monkeys e-liquids are made for direct lung (DL) vaping thanks to their high VG/PG ratio. They are at their best with:

• A sub-ohm kit or tank (coil below 0.5 Ω)
• 40 to 80W of power for proper flavour delivery
• A wide-open airflow so you get the full density of the vapour

Like Twelve Monkeys? Try these too...

If you are a fan of the fruity Twelve Monkeys recipes, these brands should be right up your street:

• Fruizee — Fresh, fruity e-liquids, a French benchmark
• Le Petit Verger — Authentic orchard fruits, soft and natural
• Jin and Juice — Juicy fruit cocktails with intense flavours
• Full Moon — Premium fruit concentrates for those who like it strong

FAQ

Where is Twelve Monkeys made?

Twelve Monkeys is a Canadian brand founded in Toronto in 2014. All its e-liquids are formulated and produced in Canada.

Which Twelve Monkeys is the best?

Kanzi is by far the most popular and the best way in. Its strawberry-watermelon-kiwi blend suits the vast majority of vapers. For exotic tastes, Mangabeys is essential.

What is Hakuna Matata at Twelve Monkeys?

Hakuna and Matata are two separate e-liquids. The brand suggests mixing them 50/50 to create a secret recipe combining apple, cranberry, grape and apple. Well worth a try.

Do Twelve Monkeys e-liquids contain nicotine?

No, they are sold at 0 mg nicotine. To add nicotine, use an Unicorn Boost (nicotine booster).

In short

Twelve Monkeys remains an essential brand for anyone who loves fruity e-liquids. With a classic range that has reached cult status, an Oasis collection of bold tropical blends and Iced versions for hot days, there really is something for every palate. And with formats from 50 ml to 100 ml, it is also a chance to treat yourself in a big way. You know what to do next.