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With nicotine pouches steadily growing in popularity in the UK for being such an effectively discreet, smoke-free tobacco-free alternative to smoking and vaping, the sheer number of options available may seem a little daunting at first. Should you be completely new to nicotine pouches or perhaps just trying to find something new, knowing which are the top brands can make it a great deal easier to narrow down which pouch is going to be the best match for you.
With both VELO and ZYN being two brands among the very best available in the UK, they make a great place to start when narrowing down your ideal nicotine pouch! Although it is important to remember that whilst both companies originate in Sweden where traditional snus originated, they are still quite different.
Made by British American Tobacco (BAT), VELO as a brand was created in 2015 in Stockholm and is massively popular throughout not just the UK, but throughout the EU too! Well known for balanced flavours, smooth pouch feel and a wide range of strengths, VELO is one of the main go-to brands for many nicotine pouch users throughout the UK due to their widespread availability.
Much like VELO, ZYN's origins are also in Sweden and they have been producing nicotine pouches since as early as 2014 under the company name Swedish Match. Yet whilst their origins are in Sweden, ZYN is incredibly popular in the US and provides over 70% of the nicotine pouches available in the states, with the EU fast starting to follow the same trend. Now owned by Phillip Morris International, ZYN is becoming an increasingly well-known brand as their products are widely available across the globe, known for their high quality and flavour variety.
Now you know more about where your nicotine pouches have come from; you are then faced with a wealth of different pouch options. Although outside of nicotine salt content, the one variable that will make the most impact is the flavour you choose. One of the best ways to narrow down whether ZYN or VELO is for you would be to take a look at their bestsellers to get a snaphot of what is enjoyed most by other nicotine pouch users.
With clean and clear branding and a highly versatile product range, you can easily identify which option can provide you with either a gentle buzz or a sharp flavour and lasting nicotine hit. VELO pouches feature a slim design that also means you get a low-drip experience that stays comfortably in place under your lip. These are ideal if you're looking for taste and texture that's well balanced with nicotine strength.
With a crisp peppermint kick, these nicotine pouches feature a bold 10mg nicotine hit neatly packed into a slim and discreet pouches. Perfect for a clean, mess-free nicotine fix, these pouches deliver up to 30 minutes of refreshing flavour!
With an ultra-cool blast of peppermint, these slim nicotine pouches pack a serious punch of up to 17mg per pouch with up to 30 minutes of icy freshness.
Sweet and tangy ruby berries provide a satisfying burst of flavour with up to a substantial 17mg of nicotine per pouch, these slim pouches provide nicotine potency with a sweetly satisfying flavour.
Adopting a more minimalist approach, ZYN doesn't hold back on quality with soft and discreet pouches that can deliver nicotine with little to no aftertaste. One thing that sets ZYN pouches apart from the crowd is its dry pouch format, which is excellent news if you are unfond of the higher moisture content feel that other brands offer. Being drier, these pouches release nicotine more slowly which makes them perfect if you're looking for a longer and more steady effect from your nicotine.
With a burst of refreshing peppermint in nicotine pouch strengths ranging from 3mg all the way up to 11mg, you can easily tailor your nicotine strength preference to instant freshness. Ideal for use on the go to address your nicotine cravings with a cooling hit of minty freshness.
An icy blast of chilly mint is neatly packed into one slim package and available in a sizable 9.5mg all the way up to a potent 12.5mg in nicotine strength, allowing for clean and discreet use that gives a revitalising boost during busy work days or long commutes.
Combining zesty lemon lime flavour with an altogether lighter 6mg hit of nicotine, this variant of ZYN nicotine pouch is perfect for on the move refreshment to give a small lift to your daily routine.
From a technical standpoint, neither VELO or ZYN are actually snus, even if nicotine pouches are incredibly similar. The key difference between the two is that snus products contain ground tobacco leaves, whilst nicotine pouches like VELO and ZYN are completely tobacco-free, even if they contain synthetic nicotine that comes from the tobacco plant. Traditional snus produces extra saliva when placed under the lip, which may require spitting; however, this is not a characteristic of nicotine pouches. Nicotine pouches like those from VELO and ZYN are also much more convenient, in no small part because they don't need to be refrigerated like traditional snus either. Although due to their similarities in how they look and how they work, tobacco-free snus and nicotine pouches are often viewed as the same, which is why you will often see mentions of VELO snus or ZYN snus.
Despite being tobacco-free, both ZYN and VELO are still referred to as "ZYN snus" in many markets, but often this is simply because people associate it with the format of traditional Swedish snus.
Snus itself is the traditional Swedish oral tobacco that marked the origin of nicotine pouches as it is placed under the upper lip to absorb nicotine in a similar manner, although its tobacco content has seen it banned in Europe outside of Sweden. Modern nicotine pouches like those provided by ZYN and VELO are completely legal and widely available as they lack the tobacco content that restrict snus from being used worldwide. This ban on snus in the UK and Europe does beg the question if snus is considered a drug, although that isn't the case. While nicotine is considered a highly addictive stimulant, it is safely used in both snus and nicotine pouches, boosting alertness and even elevating your mood. Nicotine pouches offer a subtle buzz and help curb cigarette cravings, while also avoiding the tobacco exposure that occurs with snus use. Modern nicotine pouch options provided by ZYN and VELO focus primarily on flavour and convenience whilst ensuring a cleaner and safter nicotine experience.
You can shop online for both ZYN and VELO nicotine pouches today at NicPouches and enjoy the UK’s best selection of tobacco-free alternatives, with fast delivery and competitive pricing! All top brands like VELO, Killa, ZYN Nordic Spirit and more are available with our seamless online store experience, making it easy to find the perfect nicotine pouch strength and flavour to suit you. With fast UK delivery, all orders placed before 6:30pm are also dispatched on the same day, arriving quickly to your door!
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