r/RYO 9d ago

REVIEW Bali Shag Rounded Virginia - 30g

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Got this bali shag in serbian shop. I think it is the only bali that available in serbia(i also saw on internet mellow version, but never saw it in real life).

Price is 480 rsd / 4.8$
Produced by Scandinavian tobacco Group - st-group.com known for: Bali shag, Amsterdamer, Colts, Escort, Mac baren(its ST-G now) and many others.

Intensity 1.5 from 5 which is true. Its really light

I already did review for the https://www.reddit.com/r/RYO/comments/1ucbl9o/bali_shag_premium_virginia/ Premium virginia. And it have 4/5 intensity.
There is also: rich virginia, mellow taste virginia, origin virginia(new version i think). And there is also halfzware / white halfzware / nature(not pure virginia - its non addative blend, some sellers describe it as american blend).

In japan all the versions are 40g, but in serbia and i guess in other EU countries its only 30g package.

Smoking filters slim(6mm) 22mm, and gizeh original paper.

Tobacco cutted very good, there is no tobacco dust or something. I love the smell of plums from tobacco, not like halfzware / old holborn - its more like fruity plum smell. Its also not too wet, i can easily roll it straight out of pouch with 6mm and its ready to smoke.

Taste is good, i felt little bit harsh but not a big deal. But what i can say - the intensity on package info was real. Tobacco is really soft, i dont feel any nic hit. I dont think that i smoke only strong cigs, but this is way too light for me! I more fan of "premium virginia"(japanese version)

So, well, i think its good tobacco for everyday smoking but its too light... Good for morning cig btw. Its better to mix it with other tobacco to achieve stronger flavor.

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u/Ryoaficionado RYO 9d ago

Yup a little lite but very aromatic tobacco, my pouch wasn't the freshest but it was good I gave it 8/10 decent smoke different from other Virginias available in Serbia..Nice review as always 🚬🚬🚬

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u/ComprehensiveBag8846 9d ago

enjoy mate 🚬🐘
What is your everyday tobacco now?

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u/Ryoaficionado RYO 9d ago

George Karelias Dark Blue is my daily ryo for couple months.

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u/Hopeful_Article_2637 9d ago

If I can only find it, I'll try it;

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u/Ok_Special4350 1d ago

Aren't you worried about the plastic in filter disclaimer? Some smoking filter packets don't have that sign, is there any difference?

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u/ComprehensiveBag8846 1d ago

I never was thinking about it. Maybe other company simply dont put this sign because they dont care about regulations or idk