Snus for beginners

Snus is available in countless flavors and strengths. As a beginner, it can be difficult at first to find the right variety for your taste. That’s why we’ve put together a guide to the best snus for beginners and share what you should keep in mind for your first use.

What exactly is snus?

Snus is a Scandinavian product made from ground tobacco leaves, water, flavorings, and salt. It is sold either loose or in small pouches that are placed under the upper lip during use. You can choose between different types, for example:

● Loose snus (high moisture content)

● Original portion (moist pouch with moist tobacco)

● White portion (pouch is moist, tobacco is dry)

● White Dry portion (pouch and contents are dry)

● All White portion (these pouches contain no tobacco, only nicotine salt)

The moisture level of the pouches determines how quickly you feel the nicotine kick. Moist tobacco is absorbed faster through the mucous membranes, resulting in an intense effect. With dry snus, the nicotine effect takes longer to start but lasts longer.

One reason for snus’s growing popularity is the wide variety of flavors. Mint flavors are especially popular, as they pair perfectly with tobacco and add freshness. Fruit flavors can be sweet or slightly tart, and there are now more unusual options like coffee, iced tea, cola, or cinnamon.

What should snus beginners watch for?

Snus comes in a variety of nicotine strengths, usually indicated on the lid. They are typically categorized as follows:

● Mild snus 0.1 to 3 mg/g nicotine

● Regular snus 3 to 9 mg/g nicotine

● Strong snus 9 to 19 mg/g nicotine

● Very strong snus 19 to 45 mg/g nicotine

Regular or mild varieties are best for beginners. For your first experience, avoid picking a too-strong option, as your body needs time to adjust to the nicotine. In extreme cases, you could experience a nicotine overdose, with symptoms like nausea, dizziness, and headaches. If you feel any of these, pause and drink something sugary.

Which snus is suitable for beginners?

The advantage of snus is that there’s something for everyone. Here are a few entry-level snus varieties perfect for beginners:

VELO Bright Spearmint

VELO is a renowned white snus brand without tobacco. Bright Spearmint has 8 mg/g nicotine and a refreshing mint flavor.

edel Spearmint Mini

edel is a Swiss brand producing white snus with local ingredients. Their Mint mini pouches contain 10 mg/g nicotine and taste of eucalyptus.

Ettan Original Portion

Ettan is one of the oldest snus brands. Ettan Original has a classic tobacco flavor and 8.5 mg/g nicotine.

KLINT Pomegranate

KLINT offers white snus in various strengths. Their Pomegranate slim pouch is a light beginner option with a tasty pomegranate flavor.

Apres No. 2 Mint

Apres snus delivers a pleasant experience with low nicotine. Their No. 2 Mint pouches contain 8 mg/g nicotine and taste of mint.

Snus is an ideal smoke-free alternative

Snus is made from ground tobacco and is an excellent smoke-free substitute for traditional cigarettes. You have a wide range of flavors and nicotine levels to choose from, from mild to extremely strong.

For beginners, a mild nicotine level is key to avoiding a nicotine shock. Popular brands include VELO, Ettan, edel, Oden’s, and KLINT. In addition to tobacco snus, there are tobacco-free varieties known as white snus or nicotine pouches.