In this overview, Andreas from Smokey tests several popular Terrea sticks and describes how they smell and taste. The goal is to help viewers find a flavor worth trying, whether they always choose the same variety or are looking for something new.
All sticks in this review are tested with the IQOS Iluma i Kit. The article covers Oasis Pearl, Ruby Wave, Bronze, Blue, Sienna, and Laguna Swift, along with Andreas’s personal impressions and favorites.
Oasis Pearl
IQOS describes the tobacco in Oasis Pearl sticks as creamy to tropical. It is said to be a balanced tobacco blend with creamy and nutty aromas.
According to Andreas, the smell is very pleasant. He notices a balanced roasted tobacco blend, a slightly nutty profile, and very subtle berry notes.
When tested, the stick has a very subtle smoky profile with a pleasant roasted aroma. On the exhale, it becomes nutty. After clicking the capsule, it is supposed to become fresh and fruity.
Andreas likes the result very much. After activating the capsule, the whole tobacco blend tastes clearly of forest berries and blueberries, with a very pleasant fresh menthol note.
Ruby Wave
Ruby Wave is described as a very popular Terrea stick that does not use an aroma capsule. IQOS describes it as fine aromatic tobacco with fresh mint, complemented by indulgent red berries and floral aroma notes.
In the smell test, Andreas finds it to be a fine tobacco blend with medium to high intensity. The mint tingles in the nose, and even the berry aromas come through slightly.
In taste, he finds it clearly very spicy on the palate, while only very subtle aromas appear on the exhale. He says it is not quite his personal favorite, especially after trying Oasis Pearl first. However, he adds that, as IQOS promises, it is a very classic tobacco flavor and so far comes closest to a tobacco cigarette.
Bronze
Terea Bronze is presented as full-bodied with cocoa and fruit. IQOS describes it as an aromatic tobacco blend with flavor notes of cocoa and fruit.
In the smell test, Andreas reacts very positively and says it smells fantastic. He likes the spicy mixture and describes it as a very strong, authentic tobacco taste with cocoa notes. He does not notice any fruit.
He calls it a very aromatic, full-bodied tobacco. It is very intense, but without scratching in the throat. For him, this is a Terrea stick that really reminds him of a classic spicy tobacco cigarette, but with cocoa notes. He says he could imagine using this one daily in his IQOS.
Blue
Terrea Blue is described by IQOS as deep cooling menthol combined with a mild tobacco blend, peppermint, and creamy vanilla aromas. Andreas notes that Blue is also one of the audience’s top favorites.
From the smell, he immediately notices a very sharp menthol. The aroma reminds him of a fine menthol snuff tobacco.
In use, he finds it very strong. The menthol is highly dominant and even more intense than the capsule in Oasis Pearl. For him, it is somewhat too menthol-heavy, and he says he cannot really detect the vanilla notes.
Still, he adds that anyone who used to enjoy menthol cigarettes should definitely try the Blue pack.
Sienna
Sienna is introduced as a roasted blend with fine tea notes. IQOS describes the variety as a rounded roasted tobacco blend with woody notes and fine tea aroma.
For Andreas, the smell strongly recalls a classic tobacco cigarette, but with a green tea note.
When tasting it, he experiences a very rounded, mild profile. He does not find the stick too intense, even though IQOS describes it as medium to stronger in intensity.
He says this stick is something for former smokers of light cigarettes. Personally, he especially likes the taste on the tongue, where the promised tea note subtly lingers.
Laguna Swift
Laguna Swift is described by IQOS as a balanced tobacco blend with deeply cooling menthol aroma, enriched with aromas of rainforest fruits. Andreas notes that this variety is less popular among viewers.
In the smell test, he notices a balanced mild tobacco blend with some mint and a slightly fruity touch. He finds it interesting.
In taste, it is a light tobacco with a barely noticeable mint note. He describes it as slightly sweet and difficult to define, perhaps with a hint of dried apricots.
He says it will certainly not suit everyone’s taste. At the same time, he sees it as something for beginners who do not want to start with a Terrea stick that is too strong.
Personal Favorites
At the end of the review, Andreas says his personal favorites are definitely Oasis Pearl and Bronze.
FAQ
Which Terrea sticks are Andreas’s personal favorites?
His personal favorites are Oasis Pearl and Bronze.
Which stick comes closest to a classic tobacco cigarette?
According to Andreas, Ruby Wave comes closest so far to a tobacco cigarette.
Which Terrea stick has the strongest menthol impression in this review?
Blue is described as very strong in menthol, even more intense than the capsule in Oasis Pearl.
Which stick may suit beginners?
Laguna Swift is described as a good option for beginners who do not want to choose a Terrea stick that is too strong.
Which stick has a noticeable tea note?
Sienna is described as having a subtle tea note that lingers on the tongue.
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