Siberia -80 Degrees X-tremely Black Portion
$5.19
Siberia -80 Degrees X-tremely Black Portion has a clear tobacco flavor and a very high nicotine content of 43 mg/g.
Siberia -80 Degrees X-tremely Black Portion — ~34mg Tobacco-Forward | The Only Siberia Where Tobacco Leads
⚠️ Experienced high-tolerance users only. Siberia Black contains approximately 34mg of nicotine per portion — more than double the strongest ZYN (16.5mg). Not suitable for anyone who has not established tolerance through regular use of strong snus. Adults 20+ only.
Siberia Black Portion — Product Description
Siberia -80 Degrees X-tremely Black Portion is the tobacco-forward variant in GN Tobacco Sweden AB’s Siberia range. Same 43mg/g concentration as Siberia White Dry — but where White Dry leads with sharp spearmint over a tobacco base, Black reverses the hierarchy. The tobacco character is the primary experience. Spearmint is secondary. Original portion format, approximately 34mg per portion. 20 portions per 20g can. $5.19.
The three customer reviews tell the story directly. Bob Saunders: “This one made me switch from Siberia Red. I prefer the tobacco taste, damn good.” Andy from Denver: “You don’t feel the strength, but you sense the tobacco taste. Best Siberia snus!!” Black is the product for users who want Siberia’s concentration with the tobacco flavour at the front — not the mint.
Manufactured by GN Tobacco Sweden AB in Enköping. For the complete Siberia brand guide see Siberia Snus — The World’s Strongest Snus.
Siberia Black — Product Facts
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Format | Original portion |
| Nicotine concentration | 43mg/g |
| Nicotine per portion (approx.) | ~34mg |
| Portions per can | 20 |
| Can weight | 20g |
| Flavour | Tobacco — primary. Spearmint — secondary. |
| Contains tobacco | Yes — traditional Swedish snus |
| Manufacturer | GN Tobacco Sweden AB, Enköping, Sweden |
| Price | $5.19 |
What Makes Black Different from the Rest of the Siberia Range
Every other product in the Siberia -80 Degrees range puts spearmint at the front. Siberia White Dry (Red) — spearmint over tobacco. Siberia Brown — spearmint over tobacco, wetter and faster. Even Siberia Ice Cold leads with cold mint. Black is the exception: the tobacco flavour is what you taste first, what remains dominant throughout the session, and what defines the product.
This matters for two reasons. First, flavour preference — users who want authentic Swedish tobacco snus character at the maximum available concentration have one product to choose from in the Siberia range, and it is Black. Second, experience profile — the tobacco-forward character means Black reads and feels more like traditional Swedish snus than any other Siberia product, despite sharing the same 43mg/g concentration as White Dry.
Andy from Denver put it precisely: “You don’t feel the strength, but you sense the tobacco taste.” This is characteristic of tobacco-forward snus at high concentration — the richness of the tobacco flavour moderates the perceived sharpness of the nicotine hit, even when the actual mg per portion is identical to White Dry.
Original Portion Format — What It Means vs White Dry
Siberia Black uses an original (brown) portion format rather than White Dry’s white dry format. Original portions have higher moisture content. Higher moisture means faster nicotine release — the onset is more immediate than White Dry’s slower, sustained delivery. In practice this makes Black feel more intense in the first minutes of a session than White Dry, despite identical concentration.
The 20g can weight (vs 16g for White Dry Original) reflects the higher moisture content — wetter portions are heavier per unit. Sessions typically run 30–40 minutes, slightly shorter than White Dry’s 45–60 minutes due to the faster release.
Siberia Black vs White Dry — The Direct Comparison
| Comparison | Siberia Black (this product) | Siberia White Dry Original |
|---|---|---|
| Nicotine per portion | ~34mg | ~34mg |
| Concentration | 43mg/g | 43mg/g |
| Portion format | Original — higher moisture | White dry — low moisture |
| Onset speed | Faster — more immediate | Slower — more sustained |
| Session duration | 30–40 minutes | 45–60 minutes |
| Flavour lead | Tobacco — primary | Spearmint — primary |
| Choose if | Want tobacco character dominant, faster onset | Want spearmint dominant, minimal drip, sustained release |
Siberia Black vs White Fox Black — Same Manufacturer, Different Products
| Comparison | Siberia Black (this product) | White Fox Black |
|---|---|---|
| Contains tobacco | ✅ Yes — traditional snus | ❌ Tobacco-free pouch |
| Concentration | 43mg/g | 30–34mg/g |
| Primary flavour | Tobacco character | Geraniol (rose) + guaiacol (smoke) |
| Format | Original portion snus | All-white slim pouch |
| Choose if | Want traditional Swedish snus tobacco character at maximum strength | Want tobacco-free high-concentration pouch with snus-adjacent flavour |
Per Johansson — Expert Assessment of Siberia Black
Per Johansson notes: “Siberia Black is the product I recommend to a specific type of user: someone with long-term traditional Swedish snus experience who wants maximum concentration and wants to taste the tobacco rather than the mint.
The three reviews on this page are more informative than most I read. Bob Saunders switched from White Dry specifically because he prefers tobacco over spearmint. Andy’s observation — ‘you don’t feel the strength, but you sense the tobacco taste’ — is accurate and important. At ~34mg per portion in an original format, Black hits faster than White Dry due to the higher moisture content. But the tobacco richness creates a different subjective experience even at identical nicotine levels. Users who find White Dry’s spearmint intensity distracting will often find Black more comfortable despite the same numbers.
My standard caution applies here as strongly as anywhere in the Siberia range: this is not a product for anyone who has not established real tolerance through regular use of strong snus. The original portion format means faster onset than White Dry — if anything, that makes Black less forgiving for a first Siberia experience, not more. Start with Siberia White Dry Slim if you are new to the range.”
— Per Johansson, 40+ years in oral nicotine products, SWEDISHPRODUCTS ONLINE AB, Lidköping, Sweden
About Per Johansson: Per Johansson has over 40 years of experience with traditional Swedish tobacco snus and now primarily uses nicotine pouches from VELO, ZYN and White Fox. He has worked in the tobacco industry for more than ten years and is a recognised expert in Scandinavian oral nicotine products.
Who Siberia Black Is For
Siberia Black is the right product for users who meet all of the following: established high nicotine tolerance through regular strong snus use; preference for tobacco character over mint as the primary flavour experience; familiarity with original portion format snus (wetter, faster onset than white portions).
It is the logical choice for long-term traditional snus users who have outgrown the mainstream extra-strong range and specifically want the tobacco flavour leading. Not suitable for: anyone new to snus, first-time Siberia users (start with Slim), non-users of nicotine, anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, anyone with cardiovascular conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions — Siberia Black
What is the difference between Siberia Black and Siberia White Dry?
Same 43mg/g concentration, same ~34mg per portion. The difference is flavour and format. Black is tobacco-forward in an original (wetter, faster) portion. White Dry is spearmint-forward in a white dry (drier, slower) portion. Choose Black if you want the tobacco character leading. Choose White Dry if you want spearmint with minimal drip and sustained release.
Why does the Siberia Black can weigh 20g when White Dry Original is 16g?
The original portion format uses higher moisture content than white dry. More moisture means more weight per can at the same number of portions. 20 portions × higher moisture per portion = 20g vs 16g. The nicotine concentration is identical; the weight difference reflects the moisture level, not the portion count.
Is Siberia Black more intense than White Dry?
In the first minutes of a session, yes — the original portion’s higher moisture produces a faster nicotine onset than White Dry’s slower, more sustained release. Over the full session, the total nicotine delivery is approximately the same (~34mg per portion from 43mg/g). Black hits faster; White Dry sustains longer.
Is Siberia Black suitable as a first Siberia product?
No — the original portion format’s faster onset makes it less forgiving than White Dry as a first Siberia experience. Per Johansson recommends Siberia White Dry Slim as the first Siberia product for new users. Order Black once you have confirmed tolerance and prefer tobacco-forward flavour over spearmint.
What is the difference between Siberia Black and White Fox Black?
Same manufacturer, different products entirely. Siberia Black contains tobacco; White Fox Black is tobacco-free. Siberia Black is ~34mg per portion; White Fox Black is approximately 16mg+. Siberia Black’s primary flavour is the tobacco character itself; White Fox Black uses geraniol and guaiacol for a snus-adjacent but tobacco-free profile.
Does Siberia Black contain tobacco?
Yes. Traditional Swedish snus — contains tobacco. GN Tobacco Sweden AB also produces Siberia nicotine pouches (tobacco-free), which are a separate product. Check which one you are ordering as they are regulated differently in several countries.
Can I use Siberia Black on a flight?
Yes. Snus produces no smoke or vapour and is permitted on commercial aircraft. Destination country rules vary — verify before travelling, particularly for Australia, France and Singapore.
— Per Johansson, 40+ years in oral nicotine products, SWEDISHPRODUCTS ONLINE AB, Lidköping, Sweden
Related Products
- Siberia White Dry Original — same ~34mg, spearmint-forward, white dry format
- Siberia White Dry Slim — ~28mg, first Siberia recommendation for new users
- Siberia White Dry Mini — ~19mg, lowest dose in the -80 Degrees range
- White Fox Black — 30–34mg/g tobacco-free, geraniol/guaiacol — same manufacturer
- Siberia Snus — Complete Brand Guide
Nicotine is addictive. Siberia Black is intended exclusively for adults 20+ with established high nicotine tolerance. Not suitable for non-users of nicotine, first-time snus users, people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or anyone with a cardiovascular condition. Keep out of reach of children. For information on nicotine and health, see the WHO Tobacco Fact Sheet.
Product information reviewed by Per Johansson, SWEDISHPRODUCTS ONLINE AB. Last updated: August 25, 2026.
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Siberia Snus — The World's Strongest Snus | Complete Guide
Siberia Snus — The Complete Guide to the World's Strongest Snus
Siberia is the strongest snus brand in mainstream production. At 43 mg of nicotine per gram, a single Siberia -80 Degrees White Dry portion contains roughly twice the nicotine of the strongest ZYN pouch on the market. It is a specialist product for users with established high tolerance — and it is genuinely unsuitable for anyone else.
This page explains what Siberia is, who makes it, how the strength figures actually work, what separates each product in the range, and — just as importantly — who should not use it. Last reviewed: 12 August 2026. Who makes Siberia
Siberia is manufactured by GN Tobacco Sweden AB from its base in Enköping, Sweden. GN Tobacco is an independent Swedish manufacturer operating outside the three multinationals that dominate the category — Swedish Match/PMI, British American Tobacco and Altria. The same company produces White Fox, the ultra-strong tobacco-free pouch range, and Odens. GN Tobacco's entire product philosophy is built around the high-strength segment rather than the mainstream — which is why both of its flagship brands sit at the top of their respective strength scales. The name refers to −80 °C. It is branding, not a specification: an image of extreme cold that matches the sharp spearmint character running through most of the range.Understanding Siberia's strength figures — read this first
Siberia is the product where the difference between the two nicotine units matters most, and where confusing them is most likely to cause a genuinely unpleasant experience. 43 mg/g is a concentration. It describes how much nicotine there is in each gram of snus. It is not the amount in the portion you put under your lip. The per-pouch figure is what you actually receive. Multiply 43 mg/g by the weight of the portion:- Regular / Large portion — approximately 0.8 g → around 34 mg per pouch
- Slim portion — approximately 0.65 g → around 28 mg per pouch
- Mini portion — approximately 0.45 g → around 19 mg per pouch
Siberia strength by format
| Format | Approx. portion weight | Concentration | Approx. nicotine per pouch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular / Large portion | 0.8 g | 43 mg/g | ~34 mg |
| Slim portion | 0.65 g | 43 mg/g | ~28 mg |
| Mini portion | 0.45 g | 43 mg/g | ~19 mg |
| Ice Cold White Portion | Regular | 24 mg/g | ~19 mg |
The Siberia range
Siberia Red — -80 Degrees White Dry
The flagship and by far the best-known product in the range. A white dry portion with a tobacco base and a sharp spearmint character. The low moisture content means minimal drip and a slower, more sustained release than a wetter portion — which is part of why it is tolerable at all at this concentration. Available in Regular, Slim and Mini formats. A standard can holds 20 portions.Siberia Brown — Power Portion
An original portion at the same concentration, but wetter than the White Dry range. Higher moisture means faster nicotine release and a more immediate onset. In practice this makes Brown feel more intense than Red despite carrying the same figure on the can — a distinction worth understanding before choosing between them.Siberia Black — X-tremely Black
The tobacco-forward option, available in original portion and slim. Where Red and Brown lead with spearmint, Black foregrounds the tobacco character itself. Same concentration.Siberia Ice Cold — White Portion
At 24 mg/g, the most approachable product in the range — though "approachable" is relative, since it still exceeds most extra-strong products from other manufacturers. A white portion with a cold mint profile. This is the sensible entry point for anyone determined to try Siberia.Siberia snus and Siberia nicotine pouches — an important distinction
Siberia exists in two distinct product types, and the difference matters both for the experience and, in several countries, for the legal position. Siberia snus contains tobacco. It is a traditional Swedish portion snus, pasteurised, with the tobacco character that comes with it. Siberia nicotine pouches contain no tobacco leaf — plant fibre, nicotine, flavouring and pH regulators, in the same all-white construction as White Fox. Check which one you are ordering. In some jurisdictions the two are regulated differently, and in a few the tobacco version is the one permitted for personal import while the tobacco-free version is not. Verify the rules for your destination before ordering.Expert perspective — Per Johansson on Siberia
Per Johansson has over 40 years of experience with oral nicotine products and advises SWEDISHPRODUCTS.ONLINE's product team. "Siberia is the product I am most careful about recommending, and I want to be direct about why. There is a category of user for whom it works well — someone with two decades of heavy snus use behind them, who has genuinely exhausted the strong end of the normal range and finds standard extra-strong products no longer register. For that person, Siberia does something no other mainstream product does. But I see people arrive at Siberia for the wrong reason — because it is the strongest, and because that sounds like a challenge. It is not a challenge. A Regular portion at around 34 mg is more than double the strongest ZYN, and nicotine at that dose in someone without established tolerance produces dizziness, cold sweats, nausea and a racing heart within minutes. That is not a rite of passage. It is nicotine poisoning, and it is unpleasant enough that people abandon oral nicotine entirely afterwards. If you want to try Siberia, start with Ice Cold or a Mini portion, keep it in for ten minutes rather than a full session, and see how you respond. If you have not used strong snus regularly, do not start here at all." For buyers in Japan, see our complete guide to importing Siberia snus to Japan — including legal status, the correct strength progression from Japan's domestic 4–6mg market, and why Siberia White Dry is the most-ordered snus shipped to Japan by volume.Who should not use Siberia
- Anyone who does not currently use nicotine. This applies to every product in the category, but it applies to Siberia with particular force.
- First-time snus or pouch users, regardless of how much you smoke. Cigarette tolerance does not transfer directly to oral nicotine at this concentration.
- Users at standard or extra-strong levels. If ZYN S4 at 11 mg or a 16 mg pouch still feels strong to you, Siberia is several steps beyond where you are.
- Anyone with a cardiovascular condition, and anyone pregnant or breastfeeding.
How Siberia compares
| Siberia | White Fox | ZYN | VELO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GN Tobacco | GN Tobacco | Swedish Match / PMI | British American Tobacco |
| Contains tobacco | Yes (snus range) | No | No | No |
| Nicotine per pouch | ~19–34 mg | 16 mg+ | 1.5–16.5 mg | 4–17 mg |
| Suitable for beginners | No | No | Yes (S1–S2) | Yes (Mini 4 mg) |
| Flavour focus | Spearmint and tobacco | Mint | Broadest range | Fruit and mint |
Frequently asked questions
How strong is Siberia snus? Siberia -80 Degrees products carry 43 mg of nicotine per gram. In practice that works out to roughly 34 mg per Regular portion, 28 mg per Slim and 19 mg per Mini. The Ice Cold White Portion is lower at 24 mg/g. Is Siberia the strongest snus in the world? It is the strongest brand in mainstream production and distribution. Stronger products exist at the margins of the market, but among widely available snus, Siberia -80 Degrees sits at the top. Does Siberia contain tobacco? The Siberia snus range does. GN Tobacco also produces Siberia nicotine pouches, which are tobacco-free. Check the product description before ordering — the two are regulated differently in several countries. Is Siberia Russian? No. Siberia is manufactured in Enköping, Sweden, by GN Tobacco Sweden AB. The name refers to extreme cold as a description of the product's character, not to its origin. What is the difference between Siberia Red and Siberia Brown? Red is a white dry portion — lower moisture, minimal drip, slower release. Brown is an original portion — wetter, with faster nicotine onset. Both carry the same concentration, but Brown tends to feel more immediate. Which Siberia should I start with? Ice Cold White Portion at 24 mg/g, or a Mini format from the -80 range. Do not start with a Regular portion. Who makes Siberia and White Fox? Both are made by GN Tobacco Sweden AB in Enköping. Siberia is the tobacco snus flagship; White Fox is the tobacco-free pouch range. Nicotine is an addictive substance. Siberia products are intended exclusively for adults with established high nicotine tolerance. They are not suitable for non-users of nicotine, first-time snus users, people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or anyone with a cardiovascular condition. Keep out of reach of children. For information on nicotine and health, see the WHO Tobacco Fact Sheet. [expander_maker id="2" more="Read more" less="Read less"] [/expander_maker] 3 reviews for Siberia -80 Degrees X-tremely Black Portion
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Bob Saunders –
This one made me switch from Siberia Red. I prefer the tobacco taste, damn good.
Bobby –
They made it, tobacco taste and strong snus!!
Andy, Denver, CO –
You don´t feel the strength, but you sense the tobacco taste. Best Siberia snus!!