End of the year snus. Julesnus/Kardus/Catch Cozy.

[chadizzy1]

Catch Collection Cozy//Cardamom Cinnamon is scheduled to be released in the end of November, as well.


And in February of 2010, the Catch Collection line begins again with new flavors.

I just saw this post and the one about Nov 16 for the Gotland. I missed the date of the 16th. Wish I had saw it earlier.

Will all the sites have the Catch Collection? Anxious to try the Cinnamon.

It will be on every one, all the Catch Collection Snus this year has been.

[ProudMarineDad]

That's cool. I just didn't see it on any of the pre-order pages.

[chadizzy1]

V2's Julesnus now available for preorder.

http://www.northerner.com/en/snus/No...0Portion-6430/

[daruckis]

i cant believe all the christmas snus. ive already got gotlands julesnus and kardus pre ordered, but i still feel like im missing out on oomphs merry christmas and v2s julesnus. damn! oh well. im simply not ordering any more for now. im addicted to buying snus. im not ordering anymore till january at least.

[PsychoHazard]

im not ordering anymore till january at least.

Where's the fun in that?

[MojoQuestor]

im not ordering anymore till january at least.

Where's the fun in that?

Right. I'm not happy if I don't have snus in the mail.

[chadizzy1]

Catch Collection//Cozy - Cardamom Cinnamon (Review)



I don't even need to start writing yet - because I know you're already asking what cardamom is. It's okay, I did the same too when I heard Catch Collection//Cozy would be the last release this year...the flavor profile? Cardamom Cinnamon. Cardamom is a member of the ginger family, and has a strong taste and aroma. There are certain cardamom(s?), which have a profile similar to mint. The flavors in this pair excellently, but I'd have to say the flavor of cardamom takes the cake.



Swedish Match has released 4 great products this year, starting with Catch Collection Mint Vanilla, Peppermint, Violet Licorice, and now the last of the line for the 2009 set, Cardamom Cinnamon. Don't fret, snuslovers! This isn't the end. Rumor has it that SM will be continuing the line in 2010. Maybe DrSnus.com will finally see Isle Coconut become a reality! So, on to Catch Cozy.



Catch Collection//Cozy is a mini portion, in a tradition with the three that came before it. The aroma of the snus is predominantly the cardamom that we discussed earlier, the cinnamon doesn't really come in until you have the portion in your lip. There are cool, minty undertones that go along with it, which leads me to believe black cardamom was the choice used in this one.

The flavor of this one is very mild, very pleasant. Going into it, I expected it to be a real "Christmas-y" flavored snus, because of it's release at the end of the year, and the name "Cozy" attached to it. I pictured a strong flavor of cinnamon, much like Oden's, but that wasn't the case. As I mentioned before, certain cardamom(s?) flavor comes through with a hint of mint, which I pick up in this one. Not the flavor of mint, but the cool sensation of mint. I can't really describe the flavor of cardamom, having never actually had one, or it's extract, but I can say it's a very intense flavor, and tastes a little like ginger, which was the main thing I could pick out about it. The flavor of cinnamon is very mild in this, it is in the background and almost unmentionable, but it is present. It is slightly salty, but not too terribly overbearing, it provides a very good balance with the other flavors.

Cozy is a great addition to the line, and a great way to end out the year. Of the 4 this year, looking back, I'd have to say Still/Violet was my favorite of the bunch. But this isn't one you should miss out on. The flavor is very unique, like something I haven't tasted in a snus before, and definitely something to add to your collection at the end of the year.

[nat]

where/when is the new Cozy available?

[chadizzy1]

It will be released Week 48 (23 Nov 09 - 29 Nov 09). I'm surprised Northerner doesn't have it up for preorder, they've been getting everything up so quick lately. I'd look for it on their page any day now.

[Veganpunk]

That sounds really good. I might make a small order for just that, the V2 Julesnus, and the Gotlands Julesnus Los.

[tom502]

Cardamom is used alot in Indian recipes. I've used it alot. It's a green seed, and then opened has these little black seeds inside. It has a distinct taste.

[chadizzy1]

Yeah, I picked up some last night after I wrote it and boiled a little into some tea to try it out, and it has a very unique taste, not like anything I've had.

[chadizzy1]

My thoughts on Julesnus (portion)

After a successful test of Gotland's Julesnus a few weeks ago, going into the Christmas season I find myself quite excited about new releases. Being a former smoker, this is a whole new world for me. Phillip Morris never released Julesmoke, so it's exciting to see two companies releasing snus flavored just for the holiday season. Being a 2009 snus user, I didn't get in on the 2008 batch, so i can't make comparisons, although I can say that V2 has told us this years release has a different flavor from last years.

That being said, I greatly enjoyed V2's Julesnus. Released under the Nordströmmen line, Julesnus comes in portion and in los. As of this writing, all I have tried is portion, but of the portions I've gone through so far, I find myself unable to take this one out of my mouth! I've chainsnused it almost all day, which I didn't find myself doing with the Gotland's. Many people have said they preferred the Gotland's to the V2 variety last year, and in the past I've heard people say they prefer Skruf Cranberry to Offroad Cranberry, so not much love coming to V2, but I would like to stand up and say, this one has my vote for best Julesnus of the 2009 season. Granted, I did enjoy the Gotland's Julesnus. But, if I had to pick one, I would have to say V2's Julesnus would come out on top. In my opinion.

The listed flavor profile for Julesnus is Glögg, Cinnamon, and Clove. For those who don't know, Glögg is basically mulled wine, most often found in the red variety, and seasoned with various spices and served warm around the holiday season. It is sometimes flavored with cinnamon, clove, vanilla, sugar, and various other flavors. After trying this portion, I found myself wanting to try Glögg, so I called in a favor from a friend down the street who is into all kinds of interest varieties of wine and warm beverages, my "art buddy", who whipped some up and brought it over, and I found the characteristics of Julesnus strikingly similar to those of Glögg.

So, about this snus. Upon opening the can you're greeting with an immediate, smooth aroma of cinnamon with slight hints of clove. The smell isn't strong or overbearing, but is so pleasant that I found myself barely being able to take my nose away from the can. The flavor comes on immediately with a burst of cinnamon, and gentle hints of clove mellowing in the background. As the flavor matures, the cinnamon and clove balance completely until both flavors mingle on your palette in equal parts, providing an amazing flavor of Christmas. The flavor stays strong for about an hour until it mellows out and fades away.

Now, after several portions of this throughout the day, I can honestly say that this is my preferred Christmas snus. Being a fan of clove, I can also say I can reach for this one when I want my clove fix. I have been enjoying the Offroad Limited Sweet Clove, and after trying this it has really dawned on me that V2 knows how to flavor a snus with clove. I will definitely be ordering more of this one, because I've yet to find a snus with a flavor like this. It looks like I may do a little stocking up on the amazing V2 Julesnus.