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Beginner-friendly, the nicotine level and grind allow for easy use all day long, so much so that you appreciate a rich anise seed forward blend. This is a snuff with a clear identity found in anise, with spices and liquorice to round it out.
The moment it hits, you're greeted with a bold blast of anise that's easily mistaken for handmade pan dulce. There's no menthol to soften the blow, which might be a pro or con depending on your preference. Once the berry wears off, the wheat and tobacco essence come through. In my case, I found the profile surprisingly clean even without menthol, and I do love me some menthol. This anise and liquorice-forward snuff easily hides any nasal burn.
A moderately tan tobacco, leaning to the darker side, it has a medium-fine grind which, coupled with the moderate moisture, can cause it to fall out of the anatomical snuff box if you're not careful. The moisture content is consistent with that of other McChrystal's. There is minor clumping in the tin, but it is not too moist and leans on the drier side. The nicotine is medium-low in nature and easy to take all day. Anise scents can be mildly anaesthetic, and the cooling sensation helps mask any harsh burn. A pinch was easy to control in the hand, but watch out if you are in a windy area.
Stargazer has many notes that remind me of Dr R's GREEN. For fans of herbal or old-world flavours, this one should find its way into your rotation.
Got this as part of the assorted flavors. You open the tin and immediately you're met with a waft of black licorice, and it doesn't hold back! Aroma is simply strong every time, appears to be a dry toast, very finely ground so it'll pack a punch to the nostrils each time. Low to medium nicotine hit, and the aroma sticks damn near all day! The anise in this certainly opens you up without being mentholated
McChrystals - Star Gazer
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There is nothing wrong with thus snuff but it is not something I am fond of though. Maybe I just don't like the licorice flavor of the anise. I'll probably never finish this tin.
Terrific snuff love the licorice aromas .4 stars because of the grind being more powdery than others I tried .not hard to get a drip with this one .
Bottom line: I'll be purchasing more. I'm not opposed to medicated snuffs at all - have several in rotation, actually - but there's plenty of room in my day for non-mentholated snuffs, too.
This one's a really fine grind & the perfect moisture for pinching. The scent is really, really clean anise with a suggestion of sweetness. Good, long-lasting scent at that. Wonderfully refreshing.
A Strong and wonderful blast of black licorice! reminds me of a taste of Sambuca after some great Italian food. Great on the nicotine side, fine grind and a normal brown color. Classic McChrystal's Quality!
My first purchase included this Anisette and the English Menthol. About this. BLACK LICORICE! Tastes just like the gummy black goodness and leaves the taste in the mouth. Good nicotene kick and great overall snuff. I will definately be buying McCrystals again. If you like anisette, this is a great snuff for you.