A Guide to the Best Nicotine Pouch Brands in the UK

These terms usually describe the lighter end of the nicotine pouch strength spectrum. These pouches will not provide a strong nicotine hit. Instead, they offer a calm and subtle instant burst of nicotine. This is followed by a smooth, prolonged release while the pouch is in place.

Common strengths: 3mg, 5mg, 6mg, 7mg.

This represents the middle ground of the strength spectrum. We advise against trying this category if it's your first time using nicotine pouches. These will provide a stronger nicotine hit when you first place the pouch. They then offer a noticeable nicotine release throughout its use. This experience, however, should remain smooth and not overpowering.

Common strengths: 8mg, 9mg, 10mg.

This category is aimed more at nicotine pouch veterans, like James! These nicotine pouches deliver a very punchy hit when first inserted. This intense sensation continues for a prolonged period. It only subsides towards the end, just before you remove the pouch. These are not recommended for beginners. The nicotine hit might be too overwhelming if you've never experienced it before.

Common strengths: 11mg, 12mg, 13mg, 14mg, 16mg.

This strength category is definitely not for the faint-hearted! It is home to very high-strength nicotine pouches. These are absolutely better suited for those with a high nicotine tolerance. They are also ideal for experienced nicotine pouch users. The nicotine hit from these extra strong pouches will be very intense. It will last for most of the time the pouch is in place, which won't be very long!

Common Strengths: 18mg upwards.

If you are a current vaper, you might assume that your vape juice strength will correlate with the nicotine pouch strength you can use. However, this is not the case. The way nicotine absorbs from a nicotine pouch is very different from how it absorbs when vaping. This is precisely why the strengths of the two do not correlate. We have explained this in more detail in our feature blog. It focuses on knowing which strength is the right one for you.

Killa is arguably my favourite brand in the entire nicotine pouch market. I was initially hesitant to try them. They are only available in a 13.2mg strength, which is almost in the "strong" category. However, I was pleasantly surprised when I tried my first Killa pouch almost a year ago. They are the most flavoursome nicotine pouch brand I've experienced. There are very few flavours in their extensive catalogue that I haven't enjoyed. They also have minimal tingling effect, which is a huge appeal to me. While I don't mind the tingling, it's nice to have a pouch with less of it. My favourite flavours on our site are Blue Raspberry and Strawberry & Watermelon. Both are from Killa's newer "Exclusive" range, released last year. They provide a sweet burst of flavour that lasts the entire time the pouch is in. Plus, they offer a smooth, gradual release of nicotine.

Clew is a newer nicotine pouch brand that I hadn't had a chance to try until recently. I must say, I was very impressed when I tried one for the first time. They are a brand I seem to keep coming back to! Clew pouches are available in tapered nicotine strengths. I tend to opt for the mid-range 10mg strength, which is just right. It provides a smooth nicotine experience with every pouch. The flavours are superb too, with Blueberry and Watermelon being my favourites. I've also tried their mint flavours; Spearmint is my preferred option. One thing to keep in mind is that with mint flavours, the tingling effect can be quite intense. This might be off-putting if you're not used to it! As a more experienced pouch user, I typically use the 11mg strength when using Clew pouches. However, they are also available in a lower strength if you prefer a less intense nicotine experience.

SNU is another newer nicotine pouch brand that has made a very big impression in a short time. This is a brand I keep returning to, as I have yet to find a flavour I don't like! The flavour catalogue of SNU nicotine pouches is brilliant. It offers a full range of flavours to cater to everyone's preferences. My personal favourites are Strawberry Kiwi, a perfect blend of sweet strawberry and sharp kiwi, or Grape, which is a sweet, juicy grape flavour. The flavour of the pouch lasts the entire time it's in use. This is combined with a smooth and subtle nicotine absorption. One thing I will mention is that SNU seems to include a cooling agent in their powdered nicotine formula. This does create a cold/tingling effect when you first place a pouch. However, it's relatively mild and something I personally find enjoyable.