Black Cherry

1.5 mgLight

Roughly 1.5 mg per pouch or 3.0 mg/g, assuming a slim pouch at 0.50 g. That is an estimate from the format median, not a measured weight for this product — how this conversion works.

What it is

ZYN Black Cherry X-Low is a low-strength mini nicotine pouch containing 1.5mg nicotine per pouch. It has a cherry-led flavour with subtle wild berry and vanilla notes, and a gentle, mellow character. The dry, tobacco-free pouch is designed to release gradually with a lighter tingling sensation. It is aimed at adults who are new to ZYN and want a discreet, easy-going introduction to nicotine pouches.

What people say

Reviewers describe Black Cherry as a rich, deep cherry flavour with a balanced sweetness and slight tartness. It is called indulgent and smooth, and one review notes it avoids the artificial sweetness found in many berry-style pouches. One user said the flavour and pouch size seemed almost identical to another product they had tried, but still regarded it highly. No significant criticism appears in the available material.

rich dark cherrysmooth and mellowbalanced sweet-tartlow strength / light tingle

Summarised from 8 public discussions on forums, Reddit and independent blogs. Retailer review sections are excluded on purpose.

About ZYN Black Cherry

Black Cherry X-Low comes in ZYN's Mini format: a dry, compact pouch that is smaller and less moist than the brand's Slim size. Each pouch holds 1.5mg of nicotine, which ZYN marks as one dot out of four, indicating a low-strength product. The flavour starts with ripe cherry and is joined by wild berry and vanilla; some descriptions also pick up a nutty or caramel-like edge. Because the pouch is less moist, the nicotine and flavour are released more gradually than from a wetter pouch.

In use, the pouch sits under the lip and is meant to produce a lower tingling sensation than stronger ZYN products. Most people leave it in place for around 20 to 30 minutes, during which the taste fades slowly rather than arriving in a sharp burst. A small compartment in the can lid lets you store the used pouch until you can throw it away. The overall result is a mild, smooth and discreet nicotine experience with a gentle berry-cherry flavour and a restrained level of intensity.

Specifications

Brand	ZYN
Manufacturer	Philip Morris
Format	Mini
Nicotine per pouch	1.5mg
Pouches per can	20
Strength	1.5mg (X-Low)
Taste profile	Cherry, wild berries, vanilla
Type	Tobacco-free nicotine pouch

Compiled from the manufacturer’s listing and public product pages. Rows we could not verify are left out rather than estimated.

Key points

Mini, dry formulation
Contains 20 pouches per can
Tobacco-free and smoke-free
Made using plant-based materials
Can has a compartment in the lid for used pouches
Designed for a lower tingling sensation

How to use a nicotine pouch

Step 1
Take a pouch
One pouch from the can. Start low if the strength is new to you.
Step 2
Place it under your lip
Tuck it against the gum. It should sit still and out of the way.
Step 3
Let it work
A tingle is normal for the first minute. Keep it in for 20-45 minutes.
Step 4
Remove and dispose
Use the catch lid in the top of the can. Never swallow a pouch.

Common questions

What strength is Black Cherry X-Low?

It is a low-strength pouch with 1.5mg nicotine per pouch, marked as one dot out of four on ZYN's strength scale.

How many pouches are in a can?

A Mini can contains 20 pouches.

How long should I keep a pouch in?

Most users keep it in for around 20 to 30 minutes. The flavour and nicotine release taper off gradually, so you can take it out when it stops delivering.

Does it stain teeth?

There is no mention of teeth staining in the available product information. Used pouches should be placed in general waste after use.