--Snus Reviews--

From the perspective of a former Copenhagen Snuff user. -after 30yrs dipping.

Please feel free to add your comments and share your recommendations.

A short description & history of Swedish snus:

Snus: This is not chew or dip folks. Snus is unique in that it is steam-cured rather than fire-cured, is not fermented and contains no added sugar and thus considered by many to be a safer alternative to dipping or chewing tobaccos which contain higher TSNAs and are much more proven to cause cancers amongst other health problems. Snus in it’s current form whether portion or loose has been well and alive in Sweden for over 200 years and recent studies have proven the usage amongst Swedes of snus as opposed to cigarettes have led to a much lower average of all forms of cancers as opposed to “smoking” nations. Since real snus as described in this blog is regulated as a food substance in Sweden along with being steam-cured tobacco, it is intended and normal to swallow the drip and requires no spitting.

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Thunder Frosted Portion


Powerful hard hitting spearmint that will leave you dizzy if you aren't accustomed to high nicotine snus. Produces a refreshing tingly cool burn that lasts. The first time I tried one of these I was driving and nearly had to pull off the road. A great morning snus to get your day going and also makes for a great desert snus after a heavy meal!

At (16 mg/portion) nicotine, if you don't feel this one then your doing it wrong or too much!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Offroad Cranberry Loose


Having tried several lös snus of which I won't mention at this time as I'm still discovering my impressions, this OR Cranberry is leaving me with a very favorable opinion thus far. 2 Cliks on my homemade icetool syringe, and the prilla holds together nicely and the flavor can be felt immediately unlike some other lös I have tried whereas you have to be patient and wait 20 or 30 min.s to appreciate. I am getting a nice natural sweet and slightly tart cranberry as well as a pleasant burn. This one has me poking my tongue up constantly to enjoy even more flavor and thankfully the pris has been forgiving and not turned into a mudslide as of yet. This one is worthwhile for anyone to try whether you are into subtle or more pronounced flavors.

At (8 mg/g) nicotine, this one won't knock your socks off but rather please with its excellent cranberry goodness!

General Ekstra Sterk Portion


Being one of the first swedish snus I tried, I have to admit this one didn't give me a favorable feeling initially. After setting aside the tin for a week in favor of Oden's, thankfully I revisited this one. Now I can say this has become one of my favorite top 5's as the smoky salt & pepper with a lasting bergamot flavor makes this an excellent snus to get your day going with a coffee. This one continues to deliver flavor and seemingly nicotine well beyond an hour and I often find myself with this portion in my mouth at 2+ hours.

With a nicotine level at (15 mg/portion), this one will keep you alert and attentive!

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Skruf Stark Portion


Skruf stark has an overall balance of great tobacco taste with berry like flavor not too overwhelming yet there which seems to be the result of the mixed bergamot and rose oil. The nicotine comes on strong and fast while the flavor endures well and holds up making this a 2 hr snus. This could easily be a top 5 in the daily rotation but I would recommend mixing in some other non stark snus.

At (14 mg/portion), your nicotine needs will be satisfied!

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Thunder Berry Extra Strong Portion



Having less time with this one, I still feel compelled to share this impression of a rather interesting snus. Just like it’s name states, the berries are certainly pronounced and prevalent. Starting out a bit sweet but not overpowering or artificial, I pick up strawberry, a slightly sour raspberry, and banana flavor. Now while some reviewers point out a “bitterness” after 20 or 30 min.s, I would rather call it a flavor transition. If you just let things go, at the 1 hour mark you will get back to a much more subdued but pleasant berry blend which still seems to please enough to make this a 2+ hr snus.

At (16mg/portion) nicotine, this one delivers!