Skruf Stark (Original Portion) #3 - Review. 21 April 2012.

Review Updated: 19 April 2022

Today, we're going to be checking out Skruf Stark (Original Portion), a product by Skruf.  This is one I've had some requests for, so today we're going to check it out!  For a while, this product wasn't available to the US. When Skruf released Skruf Ecological: Stark Original Portion, that product was available to the US and this one wasn't. But the Skruf Ecological line was discontinued and we can finally get this product again. Which is good, in my opinion, because I like this version more than the ecological version. The flavor description for this snus says, "This rich tobacco flavor has natural aromas of bergamot and rose oil." It comes in a 21.6g can with 24 portions for 0.9g portions. The nicotine strength is a 3/4, and listed as "strong/stark" on most stores, which puts it between 12mg/g-14mg/g.

When you open the can, the aroma is a present smell of citrus with a light floral sweetness, due to the inclusion of rose oil.  The rose oil is a unique addition common to the Skruf line that makes it stand apart from other traditional products that are on the market.  The portions are plump, moist, and comfortable in the lip with a quick release of flavor! The flavor is very much that classic Skruf flavor! The citrus is the star of this one, and comes through in a very present way. There's also a mild tobacco character in the background, and then the light hint of rose oil which adds a little sweetness to this product. The nicotine on this one feels stronger than regular strength, but it's not too over the top. The flavor, on average, lasts up to about 45 minutes!  

Rating and Final Thoughts

If you like traditional flavored products, the Skruf line very much hits that mark, but in a different way due to their use of rose oil with their products.  I enjoy a can of Skruf from time to time due to their unique take on a traditional flavor!  I rated this one at 3.83/5.  It's a solid snus.  When it comes to traditional snus, Skruf ranks up there with General and LD as my favorite products in that area.  This one is definitely worth a try if you want to give something new a spin!

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