What is Velo Plus?
Velo Plus is a new line of nicotine pouches launched in the USA by Reynolds American – the second largest tobacco company in the USA and the U.S. subsidiary of London-based British American Tobacco. Reynolds American was already present in the U.S. market with 10 Velo (Original) nicotine pouches. However, Velo Plus is different.
What’s the difference between Velo and Velo Plus? Is Velo the same as ZYN?
The most important difference between Velo and Velo Plus is the moisture content of the pouch. Moisture is the water diffused in a small quantity as vapor within the substrate in the pouch. Moisture facilitates the diffusion of nicotine and flavors from the pouch to the user’s saliva. With a higher moisture content, Velo Plus is better at delivering the nicotine and flavors. In simple terms, Velo is a “dry” nicotine pouch product, Velo Plus is “wet” nicotine pouch product. Velo Plus is not the same as ZYN – which is also a “dry” nicotine pouch product.
There are a few other differences between Velo and Velo Plus. Velo comes in two nicotine strengths: 4mg and 7 mg. Velo Plus pouches have a higher level of nicotine strength: 6mg and 9mg. Velo Plus pouches are slightly larger in size compared to Velo pouches, but they still fall within the range of a “slim pouch”. The flavor palette is pretty similar for the two lines: both dominated with minty flavors. However, Velo Plus also has a popular Wild Berry flavor. Finally, Velo Plus cans have a hinged disposal lid, whereas Velo can have a standard lid.
What are the Velo Plus flavors?
Velo Plus comes in 7 flavors: 4 minty, 2 fruity and 1 mint-fruit fusion.
| Flavor | Flavor Family | Flavor Description |
| Velo Plus Wintergreen | Minty | A creamy, subtly sweet, full-bodied mint flavor |
| Velo Plus Spearmint | Minty | A bright mint with a cooling, fresh finish |
| Velo Plus Peppermint | Minty | A peppermint flavor with a menthol finish |
| Velo Plus Mint | Minty | A fresh, sweet, cooling mint flavor |
| Velo Plus Citrus Chill | Fruity/Minty | A blast of fresh citrus flavor with a cooling twist |
| Velo Plus Wild Berry | Fruity | A bold blend of juicy berry flavors |
| Velo Plus Dragon Fruit | Fruity | Sweet and tropical flavor of dragon fruit |
Every Velo Plus flavor is available in both 6mg and 9mg strengths – except for the 7-Eleven exclusive Velo Plus Dragon Fruit which only available in 6mg for the time being. Even if many are curious about what the best Velo Plus flavor is, choosing the best flavor depends on the personal taste preferences. Some may enjoy a refreshing, cooling sensation whereas other may prefer to sweet or fruity options. Some may go for the comforting feel of the familiar tastes while other may ben looking for something unconventional. Fresh and frosty, Sweet and woodsy, Tangy and zesty…. De gustibus non est disputandum: “In matters of taste, there can be no disputes”.
Nevertheless, we analyzed hundreds of online reviews and publicly available sales data to develop an assessment of the best Velo Plus pouch flavors in the USA. Here is the ultimate Velo Plus flavor rankings:
| Rank | Flavor | User Comments |
| 1 | Velo Plus Wild Berry | Feels like a well-rounded blend of cherry and raspberry in the aroma and flavor. Strong fruity taste, not but overly sweet. Most preferred Velo Plus flavor, suprisingly ahead of the Mints |
| 2 | Velo Plus Peppermint | Intensely cool, sharp, and refreshing aroma with a strong menthol presence that creates a tingling, almost icy sensation in the nose. It has a more pronounced and medicinal scent compared to Spearmint. Clean, herbaceous taste with very subtle sweetness. Strong piercing and invigorating effect, created by the high menthol content |
| 3 | Velo Plus Spearmint | Fresh, sweet, and herbaceous with a milder and slightly fruity quality compared to Peppermint. It has a crisp, green scent with subtle citrus-like undertones and less of the intense menthol punch found in Peppermint or Wintergreen. Cooling, yet smooth, scent, evoking the freshness of a garden herb rather than the medicinal sharpness of Peppermint. Gives a soothing and invigorating feeling without being overpowering. |
| 4 | Velo Plus Wintergreen | Cool, minty, and slightly sweet with a more subtle, woody, and slightly earthy undertone compared to Peppermint. Evokes the sensation of crisp, cool air -almost like a snowy forest in winter. Refreshing, but also feels somewhat medicinal |
| 5 | Velo Plus Mint | Smooth, subtly refreshing with a gentle sweetness that makes it suitable for frequent use. Some find it underwhelming in terms of “crisp and cool” |
| 6 | Velo Plus Citrus Chill | A lemony/orangy smell and taste with spiked with a light touch of mint . Subtle cooling effect. Unconventional, but not necessarily pleasant |
| — | Velo Plus Dragon Fruit | Not classified as it is only available at 7-Elevens and in 6mg. A mild, slightly sweet, and delicately tropical with subtle floral and watery notes. Subtly exotic and fresh scent, not overbearing like other tropical fruits. Comes with a slightly berry-like undertone. A must-try for nicotine pouch userd if they can get their hands on it |
