Does anyone have any comments on what the packaging is generally for the American scotch snuffs? I can’t really tell from pictures. They look like they could be tubular tins (like F&T?), or they could be cardboard tubes with metal ends (like Pillsbury Turnovers), or they could be cans of some sort. Or maybe something else entirely? I am particularly interested in the 1.15 oz containers of the following: Brutons RR Checkerberry Honest Scotch Rooster Swisher Three Thistle Strong Swisher Starr Dry If I order them, I will need to know if I need to find other storage containers, or whether the containers they come in are adequate for keeping them. I don’t like/trust cardboard, and I have been fooled before - - not that it is serious, but the Poschl Ozona President “tin” is a plastic box, which you definitely wouldn’t know from the picture. Any insights from you great snuff gurus?
Containers are mostly cardboard with metal or plastic lids. You shouldn’t worry about snuff staying “fresh” because most US scotches are dry. I have some scotches sitting in cardboard boxes for more than a year now and they are still 100%. I keep all my tins in air tight plastic boxes (tupperware style) without any problems. The snuffs which you have listed are all very nice. Some questions though; are you familiar with US scotches? Do you know what to expect from those “babies”?
Pieter has a point - if you’re used to European snuffs you might have a bit of a shock when you try your first Scotch ! I’d try one out first before you dive in with a half dozen order.
For the specimens in my possession: Brutons (plastic) RR Checkerberry (plastic) Honest Scotch (cardboard) Rooster (plastic) Swisher Three Thistle Strong (plastic) Swisher Starr Dry (plastic)
Back in the day, they were all cardboard/metal. Now, they are all plastic except American Snuff Co/Conwood who are the only “pillsbury” holdouts. However, I’m lead to believe that even their large containers are plastic. I can’t confirm this as the only biggies I have are a lifetime supply of Rooster.
Yes, I’ve made a mistake. I only have Dental Mild and WE Garrett in cardboard boxes, rest are all plastic “tubs” and lids.
Wow!!! Thanks so much for the info guys. That was exactly what I was after. I really appreciate it! I can put the containers in Tupperware, assuming they seal up enough to at least not spill everywhere. I do prefer glass containers or metal tins, since they don’t seem to add “flavor”, whereas I find plastic seems to add “plastic smell” and cardboard seems to be too flimsy. Based on your advice, I won’t worry about it too much. As for the scotches and me - nope, haven’t tried any in the last 20 odd years, but at $3 each, I can afford to give 5 or 6 a try, and save on shipping. I also figure that it will be a little more expensive and less convenient to order American snuffs after the American vendors move to Britain. Worst comes to worst, I can pack them up and send them to somebody here - I am sure there are scotch enthusiasts here at Snuffhouse. I was also going to try the Macoboy, but that comes in a plastic-looking bottle, so I figured I didn’t need to ask about the packaging on that one. Thanks again for the inside info, and extra thanks to you @Alexander for the exact list!
@Geraldo, you may want to add Swisher Honey Bee to your order. it’s a favorite for many and easier on the nose and drip is fabulous. I’m with you though on plastic…I hate it and always decant in glass, F&t tubes or Toque tins.
Fair warning: Maccoboy and Checkerberry are not scotches. They are easier to handle, but the flavors are unique. Not for everybody. Starr is a good choice for a starter. Its the most like a toast of the lot. The others you have picked are strong ones, so be careful. Navy or Railroad Mills are good intermediate ones. I wouldn’t worry about the containers. I keep mine in their original containers. They have “flav-r-guard” seals, you know! Even the cardboard ones are pretty good. I decant those when space permits, but I don’t worry about it.
Thanks again for the tips everyone! @iggy - I have found I don’t like “sweet” fragrances, so I wasn’t going to get any of the “sweet” scotches. I can throw one into the basket though, and find out for certain whether I like “sweet” or not. Thanks for the tip! @Xander - frankly, I was hoping that Maccoboy and Checkerberry weren’t scotches, just because I am not actually a fan of “smokey BBQ” so I didn’t want to get TOO many of those, but still wanted to try some various American snuffs. Thanks for the container insight!