Author: Ebony G. Grandison

Snus is a smokeless, moist powder tobacco product that originated in Sweden in the early 19th century. It was first developed as an alternative to snuff, which was well-liked at the time but had some drawbacks such as its tendency to cause nasal irritation and its strong smell. Snus was created by adding salt and other flavourings to ground tobacco leaves, which were then packed into small pouches or “sachets” for easy consumption. The name “snus” is derived from the French word “snoose”, meaning “nasal snuff”. Snus quickly gained favour in Sweden due to its convenience and lack of unpleasant…