VELO and Nordic Spirit both give away free nicotine pouches to UK residents. Between them, you can grab two free cans ā around 40 pouches ā without paying a penny. This guide covers how to claim from both, what's actually in each range, and which brand might suit you better.
If ZYN blocked you (they share a database with IQOS, so anyone who's bought IQOS products is locked out), VELO and Nordic Spirit are your alternatives. Neither shares data with other tobacco companies, so you can claim from both regardless of what you've bought before.
VELO Free Sample: How to Claim
VELO is British American Tobacco's nicotine pouch brand. They have over 21 flavours ā more than anyone else in the UK ā and their free sample lets you pick whichever can you want.
Step-by-Step: Claiming Your VELO Sample
- Go to the VELO free sample page: velo.com/gb/en/free-can
- Take their preference quiz: They ask about flavour preferences (mint, fruit, etc.) and nicotine experience. You can skip this and just browse the range.
- Create an account: Email, name, UK address, date of birth
- Age verification: Automatic check against electoral roll. If that fails, upload passport or driving licence.
- Pick your can: Any flavour, any strength
- Checkout: Free ā no payment, free delivery
VELO Eligibility
- 18 or older
- UK resident
- First-time VELO customer (one sample per household)
- No database sharing ā previous IQOS or ZYN customers can still claim
VELO Delivery
3-5 working days via Royal Mail or courier. Free across the UK. Tracking by email.
Nordic Spirit Free Sample: How to Claim
Nordic Spirit is JTI's brand (Japan Tobacco International). They pitch themselves as the premium option with more unusual flavours ā Bergamot Wildberry and Elderflower aren't available anywhere else. Their free sample is worth Ā£6.50 retail.
Step-by-Step: Claiming Your Nordic Spirit Sample
- Go to the Nordic Spirit free sample page: nordicspirit.co.uk/free-sample
- Create an account: Email, name, UK address, date of birth
- Age verification: Same process ā automatic check, ID upload if needed
- Pick your flavour and strength: Full range available
- Checkout: Free sample code applies automatically. No payment.
Nordic Spirit Eligibility
- 18 or older
- UK resident
- First-time Nordic Spirit customer
- Offer ends 30 June 2026 ā claim sooner rather than later
- No database sharing with other brands
Nordic Spirit Delivery
Free on all orders. Sometimes next-day, usually 3-5 working days.
All VELO Flavours Available in the UK
VELO has the biggest flavour selection in the UK ā 21+ options. Here's what they offer.
VELO Mint Flavours
| Flavour | What It Tastes Like | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Bright Spearmint | Classic spearmint, fresh and sweet | 4mg, 6mg, 8mg, 14mg |
| Crispy Peppermint | Sharp peppermint, clean finish | 6mg, 10mg |
| Peppermint Storm | Intense peppermint with strong cooling | 11mg, 14mg, 17mg |
| Freezing Peppermint | Maximum cooling, almost painfully icy | 11mg, 14mg, 17mg |
| Icy Berries | Mixed berries with heavy menthol | 10mg, 14mg, 17mg |
A word on Freezing Peppermint and Peppermint Storm: these are intense. Some people love the ice-blast sensation, others find it too much. Bright Spearmint is milder and sweeter if you want mint without the freeze.
VELO Fruit Flavours
| Flavour | What It Tastes Like | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Watermelon Ice | Sweet watermelon with cooling | 6mg, 10mg |
| Wintry Watermelon | Watermelon with stronger menthol | 10mg, 14mg, 17mg |
| Tropical Mango | Sweet mango, summery | 6mg, 10mg |
| Tropical Ice | Mixed tropical fruits with cooling | 6mg, 10mg |
| Cherry Ice | Sweet cherry with menthol | 6mg, 10mg |
| Strawberry Ice | Sweet strawberry with cooling | 6mg, 10mg |
| Orange Ice | Citrus orange with menthol | 6mg, 10mg |
| Peach Ice | Sweet peach with cooling | 6mg, 10mg |
| Purple Grape | Sweet grape | 4mg, 6mg, 8mg, 14mg, 17mg |
| Tangy Lime | Zesty lime, slightly sour | 6mg |
| Sweet Papaya | Tropical papaya | 8mg |
| Orange Spark | Bright orange citrus | 10mg |
| Lime Flame | Lime with slight warmth (not cooling) | 8mg |
| Mango Flame | Mango with warming finish | 10mg |
| Minty Lemon | Lemon with mint | 10mg |
Purple Grape is available in the widest strength range ā 4mg all the way to 17mg. Watermelon Ice and Tropical Mango are bestsellers. The "Flame" variants swap cooling for a warming sensation, which is unusual.
VELO Other Flavours
| Flavour | What It Tastes Like | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Creamy Latte | Coffee with creamy sweetness | 6mg |
All Nordic Spirit Flavours Available in the UK
Nordic Spirit has 14 flavours. Fewer than VELO, but they include some you won't find anywhere else.
Nordic Spirit Mint Flavours
| Flavour | What It Tastes Like | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Spearmint | Classic spearmint, slightly sweeter than VELO's | 3mg (Mini), 6mg, 9mg, 11mg |
| Mint | Standard peppermint | 6mg, 9mg, 11mg |
| Sweet Mint | Sweeter mint, less sharp | 6mg, 9mg, 11mg |
| Frosty Mint | Intense cooling, strong menthol | 9mg, 11mg, 17mg (Max) |
Spearmint is Nordic Spirit's bestseller ā it's the only one available in Mini format. Frosty Mint Max 17mg is their strongest mint.
Nordic Spirit Berry & Fruit Flavours
| Flavour | What It Tastes Like | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Frosty Berry | Mixed berries with strong cooling | 9mg, 11mg, 17mg (Max) |
| Raspberry | Sweet raspberry | 6mg, 9mg |
| Forest Berries | Mixed wild berry blend | 6mg, 9mg |
| Watermelon | Sweet watermelon | 6mg, 9mg |
| Melon Fresh | Honeydew melon, refreshing | 6mg, 9mg |
| Tropical Mix | Mixed tropical fruits | 6mg, 9mg |
Frosty Berry goes up to 17mg ā one of the strongest fruity options you can buy in the UK.
Nordic Spirit Unique Flavours
These aren't available from ZYN or VELO:
| Flavour | What It Tastes Like | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Bergamot Wildberry | Earl Grey tea notes with berry ā tastes like nothing else | 6mg, 9mg |
| Mocha | Chocolate-coffee blend, richer than ZYN's coffee | 6mg, 9mg |
| Elderflower | Light, floral ā the most unusual pouch in the UK | 6mg, 9mg |
| Cola | Classic cola taste | 6mg, 9mg |
Bergamot Wildberry is worth trying if you're bored of standard mint and fruit. It tastes like Earl Grey with berries ā strange on paper, works surprisingly well. Elderflower is the oddest pouch on the market.
VELO Nicotine Strengths
VELO uses a dot rating system alongside mg values:
| Category | Dots | mg per Pouch | Who It's For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mellow | 1 dot | 4mg | Beginners, very light smokers |
| Original | 2 dots | 6mg, 8mg | Light to moderate smokers |
| Strong | 3 dots | 10mg, 11mg | Regular smokers (10-15/day) |
| Intense/Max | 4 dots | 14mg, 17mg | Heavy smokers, experienced users |
VELO starts at 4mg (higher than ZYN's 1.5mg minimum) but goes up to 17mg. Their Max pouches are among the strongest in the UK.
Nordic Spirit Nicotine Strengths
| Strength Name | mg per Pouch | Format | Who It's For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | 3mg | Mini only | Beginners |
| Regular | 6mg | Slim | Light smokers, new users |
| Strong | 9mg | Slim | Moderate smokers |
| X-Strong | 11mg | Slim | Regular smokers |
| Max | 17mg | Slim | Heavy smokers, experienced users |
Mini format is only available in 3mg Spearmint. Everything else is Slim.
VELO vs Nordic Spirit: Which to Choose?
| Feature | VELO | Nordic Spirit |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | British American Tobacco | JTI (Japan Tobacco) |
| Number of Flavours | 21+ | 14 |
| Strength Range | 4mg - 17mg | 3mg - 17mg |
| Lowest Strength | 4mg | 3mg (Mini only) |
| Highest Strength | 17mg | 17mg |
| Format Options | Slim and MINI | Slim and Mini (limited) |
| Free Sample Value | ~Ā£5-6 | Ā£6.50 |
| Free Sample Expiry | Ongoing | 30 June 2026 |
| Main Selling Point | Most flavours, especially fruit | Unique flavours (Bergamot, Elderflower, Cola) |
Go with VELO if:
- You want the most options ā 21+ flavours vs 14
- You like fruit flavours ā VELO has 15 fruit options, Nordic Spirit has 6
- You want intense cooling ā Freezing Peppermint and Peppermint Storm are extremely icy
- You want MINI format in multiple flavours
Go with Nordic Spirit if:
- You want something different ā Bergamot Wildberry, Elderflower, and Cola aren't available elsewhere
- You prefer softer, moister pouches
- You want the free sample with the highest retail value (Ā£6.50)
- You like the idea of a more "premium" brand
Or Just Claim Both
Nothing stops you from claiming both. Get a VELO sample and a Nordic Spirit sample ā that's 40 pouches free to compare side by side. If you can also get ZYN (haven't used IQOS before), that's three free cans.
How to Use VELO and Nordic Spirit Pouches
Same process for both brands:
Opening the Can
Push-and-twist mechanism. Press down and rotate the lid. Under the lid there's a compartment for used pouches.
Placing the Pouch
- Take one pouch from the can
- Lift your upper lip
- Place between your lip and gum, to one side
- Press lip down to hold it in place
What You'll Feel
Tingling for the first 5-10 minutes as nicotine absorbs. VELO and Nordic Spirit pouches are moister than ZYN, so flavour hits faster. Keep the pouch in for 20-60 minutes depending on preference.
After Use
Put used pouches in the lid compartment. Chuck them in general waste when the can's full. Cans are recyclable (polypropylene).
Where to Buy After Your Free Sample
VELO
- Official site: velo.com/gb ā full range, rewards programme for repeat buyers
- Online retailers: Compare prices at nicotine-pouches.org/compare
- Supermarkets: Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda ā limited selection
- Convenience stores: Many stock VELO, usually Ā£5-7 per can
Nordic Spirit
- Official site: nordicspirit.co.uk ā free delivery on all orders
- Online retailers: Compare prices at nicotine-pouches.org/compare
- Supermarkets: Tesco, Sainsbury's stock them
- Convenience stores: Good availability, usually Ā£5-7 per can
Claiming Both Samples: Best Order
If you're claiming from both:
- Claim Nordic Spirit first ā their offer expires 30 June 2026
- Then claim VELO ā no expiry date, ongoing programme
You can also add ZYN (if you haven't used IQOS before) for a total of three free cans.
FAQ
Can I claim free samples from both VELO and Nordic Spirit?
Yes. They're separate programmes with no database sharing. You'll get 40 free pouches total (20 from each).
I've used IQOS or claimed ZYN before. Can I still get VELO and Nordic Spirit samples?
Yes. VELO and Nordic Spirit don't share databases with ZYN or IQOS. You're eligible even if ZYN blocked you.
When does the Nordic Spirit free sample offer end?
30 June 2026. VELO's offer is ongoing with no published end date.
Which has more flavours ā VELO or Nordic Spirit?
VELO has 21+, Nordic Spirit has 14. But Nordic Spirit has exclusive options (Bergamot Wildberry, Elderflower, Cola) that VELO doesn't offer.
Which is stronger ā VELO or Nordic Spirit?
Both go up to 17mg. VELO's minimum is 4mg; Nordic Spirit's is 3mg (Mini format only).
Are VELO pouches moister than Nordic Spirit?
Both are moister than ZYN. Nordic Spirit pouches are generally described as soft and moist. VELO varies by product but is typically moist too.
What's a good first VELO flavour?
Bright Spearmint 6mg is safe. For fruit, Watermelon Ice or Tropical Mango are popular. For intense cooling, Freezing Peppermint.
What's a good first Nordic Spirit flavour?
Spearmint 6mg is their bestseller. For something different, Bergamot Wildberry is unlike anything else on the market.
How long until my sample arrives?
3-5 working days for both brands. Nordic Spirit sometimes delivers next-day. Free delivery across the UK.
What if age verification fails?
Both brands let you upload ID (passport or driving licence) if the automatic electoral roll check fails.
Are VELO and Nordic Spirit safer than cigarettes?
Both are tobacco-free and produce no smoke ā no tar, carbon monoxide, or combustion chemicals. Not risk-free (nicotine is addictive), but considerably less harmful than smoking.
How many pouches in a free sample can?
Both VELO and Nordic Spirit cans contain 20 pouches.
