Änglaholm (White Portion) - Review. 24 August 2016.

Review Updated:  22 October 2020

I can't believe it's been 4 years since I've reviewed this one.  Änglaholm (White Portion) is a product from GN Tobacco that doesn't really get talked about much.  It's a pretty solid product, so it's one I'll file in the "underrated" category.  Due to a new law in Sweden, GN Tobacco had to increase their portion count to 20 per can, so it felt like a good time to do a new review of this one.  The flavor description for this one says, "A premium snus with a fruity taste of cornel cherry and high quality tobacco."  Each can weighs 20g and has 20 portions, easily calculated at 1 gram each.  The nicotine content is 12mg/g (1.2%), which easily breaks down to 12mg/portion.

Now, if you're like me, you probably are asking what the heck a cornel cherry is.  They grow on a tree somehow distantly related to an American dogwood. The plant is native to the Black Sea area and often grows in Siberia. The fruit itself is tiny and has a big pit, much like you would see with black olives. I’ve been told the flavor is a cross between a cranberry and a cherry by those who have had cornels. I’ve heard they’re very popular in Greece, Russia and Ukraine, as well. I’ve never had one before, personally.  But with this snus, I can get a feel for what they would taste like, I imagine.

When you open the can, the aroma that comes through is a muted cherry, but it seems to have notes of cranberry to it, as well.  The portions are plump, moderately soft, well-filled, and comfortable under the lip.  The flavor is nice and fruity, but not super sweet, which I like.  The cherry flavor comes through in a pretty natural way, and is complimented by what reminds me of notes of cranberry.  Both flavors are natural, not overly sweet, and pretty well rounded.  I also pick up a light taste of tobacco in the background, as well.  The nicotine strength on this one feels to be a hair above regular, but not too terribly strong.  The flavor also lasts quite a while, usually up to about 50-55 minutes on average!

Rating

Packaging - 4/5 - This is probably one of GNT's best looking cans.

Aroma - 3.5 - A great, not super sweet, fruity smell!

Portions - 2.5/5 - The portions are moderately soft, but are also nice and plump.

Flavor - 3.5/5 - A pretty solid tasting snus with natural fruity flavors!

Nicotine - 3/5 - A little above regular, with a steady delivery.

Longevity - 3.75/5 - A long lasting flavor, up to 50-55 minutes on average!

Average - 3.38/5 - All in all, a pretty tasty, but underrated, snus!

Final Thoughts

If you've never had it, it's worth checking out.  This is an underrated snus, but with a really nice flavor.  It's one people don't really talk about much, but it's one that I suggest trying out, especially if you like fruity flavored snus!