Ok, so I'm horrible when it comes to new things, I have to have them all once I get started. Snus is no different, so I went and ordered one of pretty much every kind of snus out there (ok, not quite) plus a couple more of those I like. I'm in the process of tasting them, so I thought I might as well share (somewhat in the order I tried them).
1) General Original Mini/General White Mini
These were the one's I got started on. I immediately liked the taste, though I found it came on a bit too fast with the originals, less so with the minis. I've kind of changed my mind though, as I now prefer the originals (and have come to kind of dislike white portions). I'll take General as a baseline in taste. Not too salty, good tobacco flavour, some citrus, but not much else. Good. Two cans finished.
2) General Mini Mints
These were the next ones I tried. Originally liked them A LOT, but I'm not so sure now. The good thing about them is that they last forever. On the other hand, the taste is a bit bland, too minty, too sweet. Think sugar-free chewing gum. Don't get me wrong, they're good, but I won't be ordering any more I think.
3) Camel Original/ White
The Camels started off great. A familiar (for a former smoker) tobacco taste, strong bergamot, which I like, a touch of smoke. The downside? The taste doesn't last very long for me and the portions get a touch too salty for my taste with time. Not bad, love the tin, but not going to get any more. White portion a bit dry (well duh, I know, but like really dry).
4) Thunder Blue Extra Strong
Yes, it's Windex. The smell is so clearly Windex, you'd think they used actual Windex. The taste, on the other hand, is quite decent if you like Juniper. Got it as a freebie from Buysnus, probably not going to buy any more. It's a "when you feel like it" snus for me.
5) Tre Ankare White
You know what I said about white portions? Forget it.
Seriously though, Tre Ankare is excellent. It's got a moderate salt content, excellent tobacco earthen taste. Go-to snus for me. Def gonna stick with that one.
6) Thunder Frosted Mini
A very pleasant surprise after the Blue. Minis are great for use at work, these have a very nice kick in them and the spearmint taste is there, but not overpowering. Another one I'll be using on a regular basis.
7) Thunder Minis
Same as above sans spearmint taste. Sadly, what's left is a bit bland. It's ok, but I go to those only when I need a mini with a kick and can't stand spearmint at that moment, so not very often. Probably going to keep a can around, but no more.
8) Thunder Wintergreen Extra Strong
And here's the first one to get a real thumbs down. Blue smells like Windex, but tastes ok, this smells like cheap air-freshener and tastes like it too. Couldn't keep a portion in for more than 2 minutes. Yuck.
9) Lucky Strike Original/White
Had my first one a week back after a dinner with red wine and garlic. Couldn't taste anything. Handed the tin to my mom for her to try on her 12-hour flight. Had another one earlier this evening and to be honest, I still can't nail the taste down. Gotta try some more, but it may well be a "neutral" taste, as in unremarkable.
10) Catch Licorice
It tastes of licorice, but only mildly. Ok every now and then.
11) Catch Violet
It tastes of violet... A LOT. Too much actually. Feels like it was dunked in perfume. Definetly not my kind of thing. Joined the Thunder Wintergreen in the yucky category, though if forced to chose, I'd go wit this.
12) Roda Lacket
Initially very fond of it. Fruity but refined taste, reminded my of blueberries for some reason, though that's probably way off. In any case, it's not the "Juicy Fruit" bubblegum fruity. A bit too mild though for my taste. May keep a tin around.
13) Goteborg Rape n°2
Similar to Roda Lacket, but more subtle and more berry-ish. Same thing though, a touch too mild.
Plenty more to come. I think I've got snus to last me for a few months at least.
1) General Original Mini/General White Mini
These were the one's I got started on. I immediately liked the taste, though I found it came on a bit too fast with the originals, less so with the minis. I've kind of changed my mind though, as I now prefer the originals (and have come to kind of dislike white portions). I'll take General as a baseline in taste. Not too salty, good tobacco flavour, some citrus, but not much else. Good. Two cans finished.
2) General Mini Mints
These were the next ones I tried. Originally liked them A LOT, but I'm not so sure now. The good thing about them is that they last forever. On the other hand, the taste is a bit bland, too minty, too sweet. Think sugar-free chewing gum. Don't get me wrong, they're good, but I won't be ordering any more I think.
3) Camel Original/ White
The Camels started off great. A familiar (for a former smoker) tobacco taste, strong bergamot, which I like, a touch of smoke. The downside? The taste doesn't last very long for me and the portions get a touch too salty for my taste with time. Not bad, love the tin, but not going to get any more. White portion a bit dry (well duh, I know, but like really dry).
4) Thunder Blue Extra Strong
Yes, it's Windex. The smell is so clearly Windex, you'd think they used actual Windex. The taste, on the other hand, is quite decent if you like Juniper. Got it as a freebie from Buysnus, probably not going to buy any more. It's a "when you feel like it" snus for me.
5) Tre Ankare White
You know what I said about white portions? Forget it.
Seriously though, Tre Ankare is excellent. It's got a moderate salt content, excellent tobacco earthen taste. Go-to snus for me. Def gonna stick with that one.6) Thunder Frosted Mini
A very pleasant surprise after the Blue. Minis are great for use at work, these have a very nice kick in them and the spearmint taste is there, but not overpowering. Another one I'll be using on a regular basis.
7) Thunder Minis
Same as above sans spearmint taste. Sadly, what's left is a bit bland. It's ok, but I go to those only when I need a mini with a kick and can't stand spearmint at that moment, so not very often. Probably going to keep a can around, but no more.
8) Thunder Wintergreen Extra Strong
And here's the first one to get a real thumbs down. Blue smells like Windex, but tastes ok, this smells like cheap air-freshener and tastes like it too. Couldn't keep a portion in for more than 2 minutes. Yuck.
9) Lucky Strike Original/White
Had my first one a week back after a dinner with red wine and garlic. Couldn't taste anything. Handed the tin to my mom for her to try on her 12-hour flight. Had another one earlier this evening and to be honest, I still can't nail the taste down. Gotta try some more, but it may well be a "neutral" taste, as in unremarkable.
10) Catch Licorice
It tastes of licorice, but only mildly. Ok every now and then.
11) Catch Violet
It tastes of violet... A LOT. Too much actually. Feels like it was dunked in perfume. Definetly not my kind of thing. Joined the Thunder Wintergreen in the yucky category, though if forced to chose, I'd go wit this.
12) Roda Lacket
Initially very fond of it. Fruity but refined taste, reminded my of blueberries for some reason, though that's probably way off. In any case, it's not the "Juicy Fruit" bubblegum fruity. A bit too mild though for my taste. May keep a tin around.
13) Goteborg Rape n°2
Similar to Roda Lacket, but more subtle and more berry-ish. Same thing though, a touch too mild.
Plenty more to come. I think I've got snus to last me for a few months at least.
