Avant
Avant are tobacco-free nicotine pouches crafted by Kurbits Snus AB in Sweden — the country that invented the category and still sets the global standard. Launched in 2023, Avant brings an artisan approach to a market crowded with mass-produced options: a tight, carefully considered range of flavours developed to stand up on their own merits, not to fill a shelf. The result is a brand built for experienced daily users who value authentic Scandinavian quality over volume.
Five flavours. Two strengths. Slim all-white format. Shipped direct from Sweden, tax-free to the UK on orders under £135.
Avant — Quick Facts
| Manufacturer | Kurbits Snus AB, Sweden |
| Founded | 2023 |
| Format | Slim all-white |
| Nicotine range | 8.4 mg – 11.2 mg per pouch |
| Pouches per can | 20 |
| Tobacco-free | Yes |
| UK delivery | Tax-free under £135 · UPS 1–5 working days · DHL Express 1–2 working days |
About Avant — Authentic Scandinavian Pouches from Kurbits Snus AB
Kurbits Snus AB is a Swedish manufacturer with genuine roots in the traditional snus industry — the craft tradition that gave birth to the entire modern nicotine pouch category. Sweden has been producing snus since the early 18th century, and that accumulated knowledge of moisture balance, flavour development, and nicotine delivery is built into every pouch Kurbits produces. This is not a brand assembled by a marketing team. It is a product developed by people who understand Swedish oral nicotine from the inside.
Avant launched in 2023 as Kurbits's tobacco-free expression of that heritage: a small-batch feel in a modern all-white format. Where many newer brands launch with dozens of flavours spread thin across multiple formats, Avant took a more considered approach — five well-executed flavours, each with a clear identity, in a single slim format. Ice Tea and Ice Tea Strong anchor the range with a clean, refreshing profile familiar to UK buyers. Caffé Mocha brings a coffee-chocolate character rarely found in the pouch category. Tropical Banana and Raspberry Licorice round out the range with bolder, distinctly Nordic flavour directions.
All Avant pouches sit in the Strong to Extra Strong tier. This is not a brand for users who want a gentle introduction to pouches — it is built for regular daily users who want reliable, consistent nicotine delivery that the mass-market brands often sand down in pursuit of the widest possible audience.
Avant UK Range — All Five Flavours
The complete Avant range at Snusdaddy UK spans two nicotine strengths across five flavours, all in slim all-white format with 20 pouches per can.
| Product | mg/pouch | Strength tier | Flavour profile | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avant Ice Tea | 8.4 mg | Strong | Light, refreshing iced tea — clean and easy to wear all day | All-day use; a reliable daily pouch that never gets in the way |
| Avant Ice Tea Strong | 11.2 mg | Extra Strong | Same refreshing iced tea character with a stronger, more sustained nicotine delivery | Long stretches without a break — commutes, focused work, or whenever you need a lasting kick |
| Avant Caffé Mocha | 8.4 mg | Strong | Roasted coffee blended with chocolate and a hint of milk — warm, indulgent, and distinctly different from the mint-led mainstream | After dinner or alongside your morning coffee — pairs naturally with hot drinks |
| Avant Tropical Banana | 8.4 mg | Strong | Sweet, ripe banana with a tropical edge — smooth and approachable for a fruit pouch at this strength | A change of pace from mint-heavy options; great for afternoons or lighter social settings |
| Avant Raspberry Licorice | 8.4 mg | Strong | Tangy raspberry paired with deep, aromatic licorice — a bold Nordic flavour combination with a savoury-sweet finish | Fans of Nordic flavours or anyone bored of standard fruit pouches — genuinely different |
First time with Avant? Ice Tea at 8.4 mg is the most accessible entry point — clean, familiar, and a solid gauge of how the format sits. If you already use stronger pouches regularly, go straight to Ice Tea Strong at 11.2 mg.
Buy Avant in the UK — Direct from Sweden, Tax-Free
All Avant products are available as single cans or in bulk with automatic tiered discounts at checkout:
| Quantity | Discount | Price per can |
|---|---|---|
| 1 can | — | £4.49 |
| 10 cans | 10% | £4.04 |
| 30 cans | 12% | £3.95 |
| 60 cans | 14% | £3.86 |
| 100 cans | 16% | £3.77 |
Orders are packed and dispatched within 24 hours. Choose your delivery service at checkout:
| Service | Carrier | Delivery time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPS Standard | UPS | 3–5 working days | Economy option |
| UPS Saver | UPS | 1–2 working days | End-of-day delivery |
| UPS Express | UPS | 1–2 working days | Priority — morning delivery where available |
| DHL Express | DHL | 1–2 working days | Priority handling, real-time tracking |
Tax-Free to the UK — Orders Under £135
All orders under £135 are completely tax-free. We ship below the UK import duty threshold — zero customs fees, zero VAT charges, and no unexpected bills at the door. What you pay at checkout is exactly what you pay. Packaging is plain and discreet.
Frequently Asked Questions — Avant Nicotine Pouches
Who makes Avant nicotine pouches?
Avant is made by Kurbits Snus AB, a Swedish manufacturer with roots in the traditional snus industry. The brand was launched in 2023 as Kurbits's tobacco-free nicotine pouch range, built to Swedish production standards.
What strengths do Avant pouches come in?
Avant is available in two tiers at Snusdaddy UK: Strong (8.4 mg/pouch) and Extra Strong (11.2 mg/pouch). The Extra Strong is currently only available in the Ice Tea flavour. All other flavours are at 8.4 mg/pouch.
Are Avant pouches suitable for beginners?
Avant is positioned for experienced nicotine pouch users. The lowest strength in the UK range is 8.4 mg per pouch — well within the Strong tier — which may be too intense for those new to pouches. If you are just starting out, we recommend exploring the Normal strength range from brands like VELO or ZYN before moving to Avant.
What does Avant Caffé Mocha taste like?
Avant Caffé Mocha blends roasted coffee with chocolate and a light milky note — a mocha profile rather than a straight espresso. It is warmer and sweeter than a dark-roast coffee pouch, making it one of the more distinctive and genuinely enjoyable coffee-flavoured options in the UK nicotine pouch category.
What does Avant Raspberry Licorice taste like?
Avant Raspberry Licorice combines tangy, fresh raspberry with deep, aromatic licorice — a Nordic flavour pairing with a slightly savoury edge. The raspberry lifts what would otherwise be a very intense licorice profile, making it approachable without losing the bold, characterful character that makes it stand out.
How many pouches are in a can of Avant?
Every can of Avant contains 20 slim pouches. The net weight per can is 13g, with each individual pouch weighing 0.65g.
Are Avant pouches delivered tax-free to the UK?
Yes. All Snusdaddy orders under £135 to UK addresses are delivered tax-free from Sweden — no customs charges, no import duty, no unexpected fees on delivery. Orders are dispatched within 24 hours.
How does Avant compare to VELO or ZYN?
VELO and ZYN are large-scale brands engineered for broad appeal — consistent, predictable, and deliberately smoothed out. Avant takes a different position. Made by Kurbits Snus AB using traditional Swedish methods, the pouches are developed with a fuller flavour expression and a more noticeable nicotine character even relative to comparable mg figures. This comes down to moisture balance: Avant's slim pouches sit at a moisture level that activates flavour and nicotine release more directly than some of the drier formats favoured by larger brands. If VELO or ZYN feel like they plateau quickly, Avant is worth trying — the experience is richer and more sustained. That said, VELO and ZYN have a wider strength range, including Normal-tier options. If you want the flavour depth of an artisan Swedish pouch at Strong or Extra Strong, Avant is the more interesting choice.
Are Avant pouches dry or moist?
Avant pouches sit in the all-white category, which means they are produced with a lower moisture content than traditional snus but are not fully dry. In practice, they feel soft and comfortable under the lip from the start, with a moderate release speed — flavour and nicotine come through within the first couple of minutes rather than the slow build of a very dry pouch. There is minimal drip, which makes them easy to use discreetly. Users who find fully dry formats too slow or too bland tend to find Avant's moisture balance the better fit.