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  • Maximus
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    • Jan 2009
    • 222

    #1

    Thunder Frost review

    I received my test can of Thunder Frost to review today and I am very excited. This is the one that I had guessed would be spearmint.

    Initially impressions start with the can. The can starts out similarily to the other V2 products, however this one has a snus catcher lid. I will try to get some pictures later here to load that show. The little lid has Thunder slightly raised and 5 stars. Very nice looking in my opinion.

    I open the can and am hit with a very nice minty smell. The portions seem moist to me, which is very nice. The portion material from initial feel with the fingertips seems a little more supple than the standard V2 portion material.

    So not wanting to have any of this on an empty stomach, I ate dinner, then brushed without toothpaste to make sure I don't have anything tainting the flavor. The Mrs. is trying one out as well.

    We started at about 6:58 and the first thing I noticed was the strong mint and the burn, oh that sweet burn I have not felt in a while. She commented on the burn as well. I am tasting the spearmint slightly but I'm also not wanting to tease it with my tongue so as to get the full effect. The spearmint so far seems rather natural or at least doesn't come across quite as sweet as the Camel Frost, although it has been awhile since I've had any of that.

    I will update in another 30 minutes if I'm still alive. This being the strongest Snus I have tried so far, I was a little nervous but so far it's like others have said, comes on but mellows and is not overpowering in the nic hit.

    Ok, 30 more minutes have passed and getting more drip from the portion. Gotta say I'm loving this spearmint. Not real sugary but not medicinal tasting at all to me. My wife agrees and has already asked how much it is, which means this will definitely be in orders when it comes out. I think we are both finding this to be one of top 5 if not higher. For her it's a little stronger so she is looking at it as more of dessert before bed mellowing snus. Still feeling that cooling sensation in the lip, which is great.
  • bearcat87
    Member
    • Nov 2008
    • 400

    #2
    Sounds good! I love the wintergreen. It's the first flavored snus I have liked.

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    • Multinic
      Member
      • May 2008
      • 111

      #3
      This is one I've got to try! I love Thunder Wintergreen.

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      • Xobeloot
        Member
        • Jan 2008
        • 2542

        #4
        I have never been one for mint tobacco, but I will say that I actually enjoy the Thunder Wintergreen quite a bit. I have a can of the Frosted on the way from Patrick and I am very excited to try it.

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        • Maximus
          Member
          • Jan 2009
          • 222

          #5
          I think you will like it Xobe. I love spearmint and am glad someone finally put that flavor in. I think Patrick really has a hit with this one. I've had my portion in for about an hour and 40min so far and still getting spearmint flavor. I am still feeling very relaxed and never got afraid of a nic overdose. Keep in mind I normally do just the 8mg portion or loose and every now and then use a 10 or 11mg so was unsure how I would react to this.

          Gotta say I'm loving it so far. The Mrs. even came out after she took hers out after an hour and ten minutes and gave it two thumbs up. She said it tasted really clean to her. She thought it was maybe a little sweeter than I thought but she definitely enjoyed it. She normally only keeps a portion in for maybe 15 to 30 min just for the nic hit and she has been a fan of wintergreen but thinks she likes this much better.

          All in all I'm very impressed. I agree with others that V2 changed the portion material for these and it was well worth the change. I have a tendency to turn and sort of chew my portions the older they get to re-release flavor and juice and then move to a different part of my lip. I just started doing that with this and got another great burst of flavor.

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          • snusjus
            Member
            • Jun 2008
            • 2674

            #6
            I might try a can of the Wintergreen and Frost because regular snus makes my breath smell sort of bad. I will try these for days at work or while I'm on a date (even though dating is a pretty rare occurrence in my life!).

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            • sagedil
              Member
              • Nov 2007
              • 7077

              #7
              I have yet to find a minty snus I can tolerate. But am glad I get to test this. I suppose if I do like it, it will be pretty good.

              Thank you for whetting my appetite Maximus. From your description, I really think this might be the one. And from what you wrote, I am guessing this is your first Thunder. As many of us have written, the nic hit isn't strong, it just lasts...like almost forever.

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              • Maximus
                Member
                • Jan 2009
                • 222

                #8
                Yeah, Sagedil, I just took out the portion after having it in just a little over 3 hours. That was a wonderful, relaxing 3 hours. I actually volunteered to do the dishes instead of the kids tonight. This must be good. :lol:

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                • Mr. Snuffleupagus
                  Member
                  • Dec 2008
                  • 2781

                  #9
                  Well, I just tried mine and it tasted like crap. Thank God it was free.










                  j/k i don't get free snus

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                  • Condor
                    Member
                    • Sep 2008
                    • 752

                    #10
                    Originally posted by Mr. Snuffleupagus
                    Well, I just tried mine and it tasted like crap. Thank God it was free.










                    j/k i don't get free snus
                    Good jest

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                    • sagedil
                      Member
                      • Nov 2007
                      • 7077

                      #11
                      Originally posted by Maximus
                      Yeah, Sagedil, I just took out the portion after having it in just a little over 3 hours. That was a wonderful, relaxing 3 hours. I actually volunteered to do the dishes instead of the kids tonight. This must be good. :lol:
                      Why I do love the Thunder concept. It has become my happy, peaceful snus. Pop one in early evening and the rest is sweet as pie. :lol:

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                      • Sal1000us
                        Member
                        • Jan 2009
                        • 384

                        #12
                        Originally posted by sagedil
                        Originally posted by Maximus
                        Yeah, Sagedil, I just took out the portion after having it in just a little over 3 hours. That was a wonderful, relaxing 3 hours. I actually volunteered to do the dishes instead of the kids tonight. This must be good. :lol:
                        Why I do love the Thunder concept. It has become my happy, peaceful snus. Pop one in early evening and the rest is sweet as pie. :lol:
                        Hey sagedill, I need to send a little thank you note your way. I have been very happy with the snus I bought based on your reviews and recommendations, good job man.

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                        • Maximus
                          Member
                          • Jan 2009
                          • 222

                          #13
                          I took the can to work today and got impressions from my coworker and my boss.

                          My coworker started the snus journey with me almost two months ago but has focused more on the mini's. He was a little nervous at first. Keep in mind he has done some normal 8mg but not as consistently as the 6mg ones.

                          Anyways he got the burn of course and felt the nic come on but it never pushed him to a point of nausea or overdose so he was very impressed by that. He agreed that it is a very nice Spearmint flavor and has a little sweetness but not overly sweet. He had it in for two hours and really enjoyed it. I was impressed because it didn't push him over the edge.

                          My boss is a Copenhagen guy and I've had him try several snus types over the last couple of months. So far I had been unable to impress him, until today. Don't get me wrong, he has enjoyed the snus he has tried but like many long time dippers he didn't feel he was getting quite the same strength.

                          He commented after an hour that he thought it had a good taste, smooth flavor, long lasting and satisfying. He said "This is my favorite of the ones I've sampled."

                          Two and a half hours in I asked him if the nic content was good for him? He said "Sure has...zero complaints on any level. Quite satisfying" I believe I will be ordering a regular Thunder for him in the future and may have some success converting him. :twisted:

                          Overall, based on how I feel about it, that fact that the Mrs. says it is her new favorite and that my coworker who is not a normal level snuser and my boss who is a Copenhagen guy liked it, I think V2 has a winner here for a new flavor. Congratulations Patrick and everyone at V2.

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                          • BrianC
                            Member
                            • Dec 2008
                            • 463

                            #14
                            Its release can't get here soon enough. I can't wait. At least I have my thunder wintergreen to hold me over, but I like spearmint so much better than wintergreen...

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                            • sagedil
                              Member
                              • Nov 2007
                              • 7077

                              #15
                              Originally posted by Sal1000us

                              Hey sagedill, I need to send a little thank you note your way. I have been very happy with the snus I bought based on your reviews and recommendations, good job man.
                              I'm glad. Why I play here. :lol:

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