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Oden’s Extreme 59 (Kanel) Loose

March 29, 2012 By The Northerner Blog

Manufactured by Oden’s GN Tobacco, Oden’s Extreme 59 is a cinnamon flavored snus which packs quite a punch at 22mg of nicotine per gram of snus. I’ve tried several members of the Extreme lineup, a and decided to start by reviewing Extreme 59 loose, since I’m currently using it right now! Unlike most varieties of snus which are steam pasteurized, the entire Oden family of snus is fermented. Despite the difference in the method used to produce the snus, my sources have indicated that lab analysis has shown that Oden’s snus is on par with steam cured snus when it comes to TSNA counts. I’m not quite sure what the 59 stands for, but there’s also Oden’s 69 snus which I plan to review in the coming weeks (as well as the original Oden’s Extreme).

Upon opening my can of 59, I was greeted with a strong tobacco flavor, but much to my chagrin, I couldn’t detect any cinnamon aroma. Once I put some in my mouth, my suspiciouns were confirmed, and I was surprised to discover that the cinnamon flavor was extremely subdued, and I could hardly taste it at all. Instead, I noticed a tobacco taste which was quite different from the flavor of Oden’s Extreme, which happens to be one of my favorite tobacco flavored snus blends. I wasn’t all too fond of this taste, much preferring the tobacco flavor in the regular Extreme. The grind of the snus was very fine, and it was comfortable in my upper lip.

At 22mg of nicotine per gram of snus, Extreme 59 packs quite a punch. This nicotine content places Oden’s Extreme 59 in the ultra-strong category of snus, and few snus brands can boast of a nicotine content this high. Due to this, if you’re new to snusing I recommend that you take care when trying this snus as to avoid feeling nauseous. Use a small amount to start and work your way up from there. Although the nicotine hit didn’t hit me as fast as with some varieties of Thunder snus, when it did arrive it was very strong as well as long lasting. I also found the snus to have a great moisture level, and it wasn’t too dry nor too wet. Because of the balanced moisture level, I was able to leave a portion in for about 40 minutes before it began to drip too much for my tastes.

Overall, Oden’s Extreme 59 wasn’t quite what I expected. Once I finish my remaining cans, I don’t think I’ll be trying it again unless there’s a formula change which imparts a stronger taste of cinnamon. I will however continue to use the original Oden’s Extreme as I absolutely love the tobacco taste. However, I do see the appeal of a cinnamon flavored snus, and I believe that if Oden’s GN modifies the flavor a little to include a stronger cinnamon taste, I can definitely see myself giving this brand another try.

Rating: 0.0/5 (0 votes cast)

Skoal Straight Long Cut

March 21, 2012 By The Northerner Blog

Aside from snus, I’ve been planning to do reviews of other tobacco products including American dipping tobacco, chew, nasal snuff, and e-cigarettes. Today I plan to review one of the most popular varieties of dipping tobacco, Skoal Straight Long Cut. A fun fact about Skoal dip is that its name is an Americanization of the Swedish word skål, which means cheers!

As its name implies, Skoal Straight Long Cut is a long cut variety of dip, which makes it easier to keep in your mouth than finer cuts are. When I opened my can of Straight, I noticed a smell of sweet tobacco which was quite different from Swedish snus. Dip is placed is your lower lip, so I took a pinch about the size of a quarter and placed it in the middle of my lower lip. Within a minute or so, I was greeted with a very sweet tobacco flavor with a hint of spice which helped to prevent the sweetness from becoming too overpowering. Pretty soon the dip began creating quite a bit of juice, much more than when I tried out Copenhagen fine cut. A few minutes later, I spit some of the juice into my Mud Jug, which I highly recommend getting if you’re an avid dipper as it makes cleanup so much easier.

After about five mintues I began to feel the onset of a pleasant nicotine buzz. Dip generally ranges from between 7mg-12mg of nicotine per gram, and I felt that Skoal Straight was towards the higher end of the scale. I kept my pinch in for about half an hour before I felt that the flavor was really beginning to subside. If you’re new to dip, be careful with this brand, as if you use to much you may experience some nausea which can be quite unpleasant. Begin with pinches a little larger than a dime, and gradually work your way up as you begin to learn how much dip at once suits your preferences.

Skoal Straight Long Cut makes for a great everyday dip, and its sweet tobacco flavor pairs well with many different types of beer. If you’re looking for a dip with a strong nicotine kick which is easy to dip, I highly recommend giving Straight a try.

Also, in case you’re wondering how dip compares to Swedish Snus, I’ll be writing a blog entry within the next few days which outlines some of the key differences between the two, so stay tuned!

Rating: 3.7/5 (51 votes cast)

Thunder Coola Loose

March 20, 2012 By The Northerner Blog

After reviewing V2 Tobacco’s Thunder Cool Orange, I’ve decided to take a look at yet another very different type of snus found within the Thunder snus lineup, Thunder Coola loose. As the name implies, Thunder Coola is a cola flavored snus, and the first of its kind. V2 has impressed me in the past with its offerings of high quality snus at low prices, so I was looking forward to giving Thunder Coola a try.

When I first opened my can of Thunder Coola Loose, I was greeted with a sweet smell which resembled sweet cola. I also picked up a hint of ammonia, but it wasn’t very strong compared to other brands such as General Onyx. Tins of loose snus tend to contain much more snus than their portioned counterparts, and this can contained double the amount of snus found in Thunder Coola Portion (42g vs 19.8g).

I find that loose snus has an advantage in taste over portioned snus. Without the portion material, I was able to detect a strong cola flavor, which was quite sweet and actually pretty delicious. I also felt a slight burning sensation, and this sensation complimented the flavor and simulated the feeling of actually having some carbonated cola in my mouth. The cola flavor stayed strong for about 20 minutes, and after that it gave way to a sweet and subtle tobacco flavor. The snus itself was slightly moist, and I felt that it contained less water than its portioned counterpart. The downside of using loose snus however is that its much more difficult to use in public, and can be slightly messy to use for a new snus user. Personally I like to save loose snus for use at home with my IceTool, making it easy for me to control portion size as well as to create a consistent portion every time.

Each can of Thunder Coola Loose contains 42g of loose snus, with a nicotine content of 16mg per gram, making it a strong portion snus. Being a stronger snus, I felt a strong nicotine buzz, but the onset wasn’t as fast as some other brands that I’ve tried.

In conclusion, Thunder Coola Loose is a great snus for soda fans. Although I did enjoy my can of Thunder Coola as a break from more traditionally flavored brands, I don’t foresee it being in my daily rotation any time soon. Thunder Coola pairs exceptionally well with cola beverages, and the combination of the two makes for a refreshing combination in warm spring weather. Its also available on Northerner in a portion format for those who prefer portions to loose snus.

Rating: 0.0/5 (0 votes cast)

Thunder Cool Orange

March 20, 2012 By The Northerner Blog

Recently, I’ve been noticing that a number of snus manufacturers have begun releasing more fruit flavored snuses (such as Jakobsson’s Melon) in order to explore a new area of snus flavors which has been relatively untapped until as of late. As the name implies, Thunder Cool Orange is an orange flavored snus which has recently been released by V2 Tobacco. Based in Silkeborg, Denmark, V2 Tobacco produces a wide range of snus varieties which includes Thunder Coola as well as the Offroad line of snus. Thunder Cool Orange is a strong variety of snus, and has a nicotine content of 16mg/g. Each portion contains .825g of snus, which means that there’s a total of 13.2 mg of nicotine per portion.

Upon opening a can of Cool Orange, I noticed a strong citrus aroma, and the scent really reminded me of Tang, the orange flavored beverage. Once I put a portion in, I noticed a tasty citrus flavor which was quite pleasant. Unlike most citrus flavored snuses which use bergamot as a flavoring, Cool Orange has a smoother taste which isn’t as sour, and it reminds me more of sweet orange varieties such as Valencia. I didn’t notice any tobacco flavor, and the orange flavor remained strong the entire time that I had a portion in.

The portions were fairly moist, and came in a standard format similar to V2’s other offerings. One thing that I really liked was that the portions had just the right amount of moisture for an original portion snus. I’ve noticed that in the past certain varieties of Thunder (such as Thunder Berry) were overly moist, but I didn’t feel that this was the case for Cool Melon. The portions also fit comfortably in my mouth, and I’m able to keep a portion in for about 30 minutes before I began to notice some drip. Being part of the Thunder line of snus, I found that the nicotine kick came on strong and quite quickly, which I attribute to the moist portions.

In Summary, Thunder Cool Orange is a great addition to V2’s already strong Thunder lineup. V2 Tobacco is known for providing quality snus brands at great prices, which is great for those who are on a budget yet still want to enjoy a quality snus. I highly recommend Cool Orange snus to those who are looking to add a fruit flavored snus with a kick to their daily rotation. Personally, I can see myself adding Thunder Cool Orange to my daily rotation and using it when I need a break from my tobacco flavored brands.

Rating: 4.0/5 (1 vote cast)

General Onyx Portion

March 15, 2012 By The Northerner Blog

Making its debut in 2006, Swedish Match’s General Onyx is one all my all-time favorite brands of snus. Each can of Onyx contains 24 portions which contain 1 gram of snus each. Unlike many brands of snus which have reduced the size of their portions to between .75 to .9g, General Onyx continues to provide slightly larger portion sizes. Onyx is classified as a strong portion snus, and has a nicotine content of 11mg per 1g portion. In November 2011, the color of the portions were changed from black to white.

Upon opening a fresh can of General Onyx, I was greeted with a strong aroma of tobacco, with subtle hints of lemon. Once I put a portion in, I was greeted with an incredibly balanced and smooth tobacco flavor. After about 5 minutes, I began to pick up hints of lemon and black pepper, which blended very well with the tobacco flavor and wasn’t overpowering. Being a white portion snus, Onyx is a little dry, which gives it the advantage of lasting longer. With less moisture present I found that it took a little longer for the nicotine kick to become apparent in comparison to original portion snus. However, when the nicotine kick did come, it was fairly strong and long lasting.

I found Onyx’s portions to be extremely comfortable, and I was able to leave one in for nearly an hour before I began to notice a drip. In my experience, General Onyx portions are incredibly soft, and are the softest portions I’ve tried as of yet. Although I prefer the look of the black portions, I didn’t detect any difference in quality between the old black ones and the new white ones. Inside every can, portions are arranged in a star formation, and are shaped like a wedge, making it very easy to simply pop a portion in without needing to do any readjustment beforehand.

Overall, General Onyx is an excellent premium snus with a superb flavor profile. The slight hint of lemon and black pepper, mixed with the smooth tobacco flavor provides an excellent flavor which I find goes great along with a good wheat beer. Being a premium snus, Onyx carries a slightly higher pricetag than most varieties of snus, but it’s exceptional quality makes it worth the every penny.

Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

Oden’s Extreme 59 (Kanel) Loose

Skoal Straight Long Cut

Thunder Coola Loose

Thunder Cool Orange

General Onyx Portion

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