The name of this snuff and the ship on the box is a little German play on words Steifeprise and Steifebrise ("stiff pinch" and "stiff breeze" rhyme). This pun is the signpost for some wonderful snuff ahead. This was the first of the new Bernard by McChrystal's that I tried, and it's great. Although it is different than the original German Bernard—mainly in that the tobacco consistency is a little different, being slightly drier and less fluffy—the end product is still reminiscent of the original and it's certainly a fine snuff. Think of it more like comparing apples to oranges rather than better or worse in terms of original vs new. The McChrystal family have obviously been working hard to get it right, and after trying a few, so far I'd say they're doing quite a good job of making these recipes. Being a hobbyist snuff maker myself, I can tell you it's no easy task what McChrystal's has done here.
As for Steifeprise attributes, it has this incredibly pleasant characteristic of being cooling and warming at the same time. There's your usual peppermint out front, but there's also some lovely spices in there which make it a great pairing for cold weather, cool rainy days, the holiday season, etc. A demi-gros snuff with a texture somewhat similar to Rosinski's offerings (RIP). The texture is a little grainy in the nose at times, but never so much that it's coarse of unpleasant. I'm keen to try more of what the McChrystal family has been resurrecting under the Bernard flag. Steifeprise will surely become a favorite of medicated snuff enthusiasts and a great seller for McChrystal's. Keep up the good work over there in Leicester!
Becoming a regular indulgence.
Building my collection.
Very much recommend & support Mr.S
It's like after you brush your teeth.I'll definitely keep this one in my stash box.
I usually get bored with very menthol stuffs, however, this is an absolutely excellent nose clearing snuff. This stuff is quite memorable.
So first of all I was a heavy smoker and decided to quit
I also was a very heavy dipper and started dipping again recently after having quit smoking hopefully for the last time.
I decided to try snuff as a better alternative to both and had noooo clue as to what I was buying or the different flavors and intensities that are available
This purchase was just a random selection and for trying something for the very first time this was a beautiful pick and the experience has been lovely so far. I know I have nothing to compare this too but the peppermint in this was like a menthol cigarette for the nose. Very happy will buy this again.