Does glo Lucky Strike Taste Bad? A Historical Review Comparing 8 Flavours

2026-10-1 price revision: list by brand and annual cost difference

Article content updated: 2026-10-24 | Information checked: 2026-09-24 | Price checked: 2026-09-24

Lucky Strike for glo: find taste reviews and prices

Price verified: 2026/9/24. The taste tests, flavour ratings and 400 yen amount in the article record the review of products released in 2022–2023. They are not current prices. The comparison covered 8 products at that time, not every current product or a popularity ranking.

Ministry of Finance retail price revision approval table lists the relevant 20-stick Lucky Strike packs for glo hyper at 480 yen per 1 pack through 9/30 and 500 yen from 10/1, a difference of 20 yen. The approval table does not guarantee stock or continued sale at any store.

This is the author’s historical tasting review for comparing flavour preferences. You can read the impressions of regular tobacco, menthol and fruit-style flavours by product. Whether they tasted bad or were recommended reflects only the author’s opinions and the reviews checked at that time, not a current popularity ranking.

Good evening. I’m Genki, a heated-tobacco blogger (@MOQLOG_JP).

There was good news for glo users: Lucky Strike, offering an affordable price and satisfying intensity, also launched in 20-stick packs.

Price was also something I noticed at the time of the review. Prices such as 400 yen below are historical selling prices, not current prices or a claim that a current product is the cheapest.

In this article, I share my impressions from trying the products and examine the comments and reviews claiming that they taste bad.

Please refer to YOUTUBER's Kohei's review of the two new flavors as well!

glo Lucky Strike Flavor List

Product name	lucky strike rich tobacco	lucky strike dark tobacco	lucky strike menthol	lucky strike Berry Menthol	lucky strike Dark Menthol	lucky strike Dark yellow menthol	lucky strike Berry Boost	lucky strike tropicalboost
flavor	Smooth and full-bodied	Full-bodied with deep	Deep menthol	Deep berry	Real" cold menthol	Authentic" cold sensation x Tropical menthol	Enjoy at a reasonable price Menthol x dark berry	Enjoy at a reasonable price Menthol x intense tropical
Price at the time of the review (20 sticks per pack)	400 yen *November 28, 2022 release	400 yen *November 28, 2022 release	400 yen *November 28, 2022 release	400 yen *November 28, 2022 release	400 yen *February 27, 2023 release	400 yen *February 27, 2023 release	400 yen *October 1, 2023 release	400 yen *October 1, 2023 release
Price (12 pcs.) sold out	290 yen sold out *November 8, 2021 release *Dec. 21, 2022, while supplies last.	290 yen sold out *November 8, 2021 release *Dec. 21, 2022, while supplies last.	300 yen sold out *May 16, 2022 release *Dec. 21, 2022, while supplies last.	300 yen sold out *May 16, 2022 release *Dec. 21, 2022, while supplies last.	—	—	—	—
fragrance	(2.5 / 5.0)	(3 / 5.0)	(3.0 / 5.0)	(3.5 / 5.0)	(2.5 / 5.0)	(3.5 / 5.0)	(3.5 / 5.0)	(3.5 / 5.0)
Tobacco sensation/coolness	(3.5 / 5.0)	(5 / 5.0)	(4.5 / 5.0)	(4.0 / 5.0)	(4.5 / 5.0)	(4.5 / 5.0)	(3 / 5.0)	(3 / 5.0)
full-bodied	(4.0 / 5.0)	(5 / 5.0)	(5 / 5.0)	(5 / 5.0)	(4.0 / 5.0)	(4.0 / 5.0)	(4.5 / 5.0)	(4.5 / 5.0)
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Lucky Strike for glo attracted attention when it launched in 12-stick packs—a first for heated tobacco—at just 300 yen.

glo official release

I thought they would continue to develop the product in minimal packaging, but I guess many people were waiting for a 20-pack.

I felt no discomfort even though I switched from Lucky Strike cigarettes immediately. Personally, I felt that the dark one was more tobacco-like than the rich one, so this is the only one I smoke. But after a long time, I tried to smoke a paper cigarette that was left at home and it was different...it was too smelly and painful, so I can never go back.I can't wait to get a 20-pack on the market.
glo official review

One year after the release of the regular Lucky Strike flavor, a 20-pack was also released! Its popularity is evident.

The price of the 20-stick packs launched on 11/28 was especially notable: 450 yen. On 2023/10/1, the price was reduced to 400 yen, creating what I thought was an exceptionally strong contender among heated-tobacco sticks.

glo had kept pushing prices down, but I thought this 400 yen Lucky Strike would make a particularly strong impression.

glo Lucky Strike Rich Tobacco Reviews and Comments

The original review covered 2 regular flavours for glo, Rich Tobacco and Dark Tobacco, in 12-stick and 20-stick packs; it described the former as smooth and the latter as full-bodied.

There are some differences in packaging, but the easiest way to tell them apart is to look at the filters.

Rich tobacco is white filter as shown in the picture and it is immediately apparent that it is a medium flavor.

Let's get right to the reviews and reviews.

Reviews of glo Lucky Strike Rich Tobacco

The aroma was not especially tobacco-like, but the taste reminded me most closely of a conventional cigarette.

Regular heated-tobacco flavours often have a distinctive heated-tobacco taste, but Lucky Strike Rich Tobacco reminded me of a conventional cigarette.

It has enough tobacco feel and smokeability, and this is delicious!

With moderate intensity and a taste reminiscent of conventional cigarettes, this was a flavour I wanted people switching from cigarettes to try.

glo Lucky Strike Rich Tobacco Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

The regular users seem to like it, and there were no reviews or evaluations that said it was bad.

It's generally well received.

glo Lucky Strike Dark Tobacco Reviews and Comments

Inside the package, which is almost dark blue in color, is a stick reminiscent of a paper cigarette.

That brown filter feels nostalgic — and I am happy to see it!

I don't think there is any difference in taste or anything, but all the cigarettes I used to smoke had brown filters, so it kind of looks like a paper cigarette!

I thought this was a great idea for creating a tobacco feel.

Reviews of glo Lucky Strike Dark Tobacco

The smell is that of old-fashioned paper cigarettes, and as per the official specs, the tobacco feel and smoking quality are unquestionable.

I found the regular neo flavours for glo too sweet for my taste, but this flavour put the tobacco taste firmly at the forefront.

It is quite rich and thick regular.

At the time of the review, the author liked this regular flavour and noted its 400-yen price.

glo Lucky Strike Dark Tobacco Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

As the review says, in these days of overflowing menthols, a good regular is precious.

Many comments discussed switching from conventional cigarettes, suggesting that the comparison with cigarettes was not just talk.

Reviews and Comments for glo Lucky Strike Menthol

The design of the menthol without any small touches is a little scary while also feeling graceful....

I'm worried that the recent trend in packaging design is that the intense menthol is black and green, so it looks pretty gruesome!.

I'm not a fan of strong menthols, so I get nervous when reviewing these royal menthols (sweat).

The aroma is simple, and the image is THE menthol.

Reviews of glo Lucky Strike Menthol

When I actually smoked it, I found that the menthol was still a bit strong... but not so much that I couldn't smoke it, and above all, the tobacco taste was nice.

With no peculiarities, moderate menthol and a strong sense of tobacco, this is probably the best tasting menthol in a long time!

It smells a bit like tobacco, but that is good because it feels like tobacco.

I would recommend this flavor to those who like royal menthol and value the smoking experience.

glo Lucky Strike Menthol Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

Most of the Lucky Strike reviews were "delicious" and "on par with paper cigarettes," but there were some rare bad comments.

I think the bottom half = the tobacco leaf part, but I heard that this gets removed inside and gets stuck, I don't know how this can happen.

Reviews and Comments for glo Lucky Strike Berry Menthol

Lucky Strike Berry Menthol is a gorgeous creation that is hard to believe for 400 yen, and what a capsule menthol type.

Capsule menthol has an image of being a bit expensive, but the price is the same as other flavors, or rather the lowest price in the industry at 400 yen, making it probably the most cost-effective berry menthol.

The packaging is also designed to be a capsule menthol, and the stick is unadorned and simple.

For the berry menthol, we will review two versions, one with the capsule split and one without.

Reviews of glo Lucky Strike Berry Menthol

Thoughts on smoking without breaking the capsule

It smells amazing just out of the package. The flavor is a mix of a strong berry taste and a pleasant medium menthol flavor.

It is quite tasty with a great balance of menthol and berries while still retaining a tobacco feel.

I had never tried a berry menthol that offered this much value for money.

I cracked open the capsule and smoked it.

I thought the flavor would be stronger if I split the capsule, but the menthol becomes gutsy and the berry flavor seems to be a bit lost.

The official specifications say the berry flavour also becomes stronger, but the cooling menthol sensation filled my mouth, so I could not really tell.

If you want to enjoy the berry taste, you may not want to break it.

glo Lucky Strike Berry Menthol Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

The berry flavour also received positive reviews, which helped explain why Lucky Strike added a 20-stick pack.

There was only 1 comment about the glo device itself. Session length may be something for glo to work on in future.

Reviews and Comments for glo Lucky Strike Dark Menthol

The product’s description claimed the strongest cooling sensation in the series. This was the most cooling menthol in the Lucky Strike range.

If Lucky Strike Menthol is a menthol that focuses on the tobacco feeling, this one is positioned as a crisp menthol that simply focuses on the coolness of menthol.

The packaging also used the familiar black-and-green design for strong menthol. I would recommend it to people who want an intense cooling sensation.

Reviews of glo Lucky Strike Dark Menthol

I tried about 5 sticks, and the cooling sensation was so strong that taking a deep draw sometimes made me cough.

It has a strong tobacco taste, but it is cold anyway, so I do not recommend it for people like me who do not like menthol.

It is a sharp, sharp menthol, so you can enjoy an overwhelming sense of refreshment!

glo Lucky Strike Dark Menthol Holic TV Review

Review by Holic TV Kohei (normal mode)

Review by Holic TV Kohei (Boost Mode)

Kohei-san seemed to like it a lot, and said it was a delicious flavor that was cooler and easier to smoke than Lucky Strike Menthol!

Boost mode makes the cooling sensation even stronger! You can see it in his expression.

Please check out Kohei by Holic TV2 for various other videos on heated cigarettes and e-cigarettes!

Click here for the YOUTUBE channel of Kohei by Holic TV2

glo Lucky Strike Dark Menthol Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

You can tell from the user reviews that Lucky Strike is not only cheap.

A cigarette-like intensity and excellent value for money! I thought this could be a comeback year for glo.

Reviews and Comments for glo Lucky Strike Dark Yellow Menthol

Its specifications were the same as the 1 preceding Lucky Strike flavour: Dark Menthol, the range’s strongest menthol.

The aroma is a little stronger as it is a flavored menthol, such is the specification.

The Berry Menthol released a while ago had capsules, so I wondered if the Lucky Strike flavor system had capsules, but this one has no capsules/type.

The aroma of the product gives off a delicious smell.

Reviews of glo Lucky Strike Dark Yellow Menthol

First of all, it is coolness, but I don't feel it as much as the specs, I would say it is medium to medium.

Instead, the aroma is strong, and the good smell lingers in the room after the smoke is over.

The original review described a tropical flavour, stronger menthol in the latter half and a crisp finish, and rated it highly among the glo flavours tried.

glo Lucky Strike Dark Menthol Holic TV Review

Review by Holic TV Kohei (normal mode)

Review by Holic TV Kohei (Boost Mode)

Holic TV also praised the aroma. The flavour was less intense than the scent, but the aroma and moderate tropical notes received a good assessment.

Boosting increases the coolness and tobacco taste rather than the flavor, so we recommend the normal mode for flavor lovers and boosting for those who want to smoke with gusto.

Please check out Kohei by Holic TV2 for various other videos on heated cigarettes and e-cigarettes!

Click here for the YOUTUBE channel of Kohei by Holic TV2

glo Lucky Strike Dark Yellow Menthol Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

Some reviewers said they prefer the unique taste of heated cigarettes, which is different from paper cigarettes!

The comments were consistently positive, including praise for greater intensity than other brands.

Reviews and Comments on glo Lucky Strike Berry Boost

The just released Lucky Strike Berry Boost is also a capsule menthol.

Is it really okay to put in a capsule for 400 yen? I guess, but from the user's point of view, it makes me happy.

Review of glo Lucky Strike Berry Boost

Thoughts on smoking without breaking the capsule

Without breaking the capsule, it almost feels like the berries are spreading in the mouth, with a distinctly sweet aftertaste.

It is natural, but I would say that it is a menthol cigarette with a slightly tobacco-like and berry flavor.

It has a faint sweet aroma without the unpleasant smell of cigarettes.

I cracked open the capsule and smoked it.

Just released, Lucky Strike Berry Boost is a capsule menthol with a sweet aroma.

The difference from the existing berry flavor "Berry Menthol" is that the menthol is a little less, so the sweetness is more easily perceived.

If you like sweet flavors, you may be more into this berry boost!

glo Lucky Strike Berry Boost Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

Because the product had only just launched, reviews had not yet appeared in the review list.

But I think many people will like this one! It tastes completely different from blueberry gum, so I expect it to be highly rated.

Reviews and Comments for glo Lucky Strike Tropical Boost

Tropical Boost, just released on October 1, is another great value capsule menthol type.

I just recently reviewed a tropical flavor of a non-nicotine stick, and it was a step up from that!

This high quality is as expected from the world's second largest cigarette manufacturer, and this is also perfect for flavored menthol lovers, so please give it a try.

Review of glo Lucky Strike Tropical Boost

Thoughts on smoking without breaking the capsule

Without breaking the capsule, it tastes somewhat tropical, so much so that you can't tell what menthol it is unless you are told.

In conclusion, this is definitely a flavor that tastes better if you break the capsule, so just keep that in mind!

Since it is a capsule menthol, please break it open and enjoy the rich tropical flavor.

I cracked open the capsule and smoked it.

When the capsule is broken, it quickly transforms into a tropical-inspired cigarette!

Many tropical flavors are bland, but this one has a strong flavor and is delicious!

It is not the sour type, but a ripe tropical flavor such as mango, so those who like strong flavors should give it a try.

glo Lucky Strike Tropical Boost Reviews and Ratings

word of mouth·reputation(132 cases)

(5 / 5.0)

Like Berry Boost, we did not find any reviews about Tropical Boost, as it has just been released.

However, it is also quite tasty and I expect it to be highly rated. I expect it to be highly rated.

Some people may find it too sweet, but I look forward to seeing what reviews are voted on.

Summary of my experience smoking glo Lucky Strike

Menthol and berry menthol are delicious, but what I appreciate is that regular is delicious.

To be honest, I often found glo’s regular flavours too sweet or distinctive for me, but Lucky Strike put the tobacco taste firmly at the forefront.

At the time of this review, I thought Lucky Strike tasted best among the regular flavours for glo, although I also enjoyed many regular IQOS flavours.

The menthol emphasizes tobacco flavour rather than cooling alone, so Lucky Strike may suit people who prioritize intensity and tobacco taste.

Does Lucky Strike taste bad? The author’s impressions and reviews from that time

The following records the author’s impressions from trying the products and reviews checked at that time. It means that no comment saying it tasted bad was found within that historical review sample; it is not a survey of all current reviews or evidence that everyone will enjoy the taste. Taste preferences differ from person to person.

The following 1-sentence summary captures my impressions of Lucky Strike for glo at the time.

This review assessed the intensity of Lucky Strike as it was available at the time, from the perspective of people considering a switch from conventional cigarettes or dissatisfied with the intensity of heated-tobacco products.

I recommend it, especially since there is no regular flavor that tastes this good!

Lucky Strike retailer information from the time of the review

The following retailers were listed at that time. This historical information does not guarantee the present availability of all products or stock at any store.

This passage records the review when 20-stick packs launched on 2022-11-28. Statements such as “12-stick packs are already on sale” also refer to that time and must be distinguished from current availability.

The online store conditions below are also historical. Check the retailer’s latest information for current ordering conditions, shipping charges and stock.

Online store is for carton purchases only, and shipping costs are not included.

About the glo Lucky Strike package design

A little packaging trivia: the design of Lucky Strike for glo is quite different from the conventional-cigarette packs.

glo Lucky Strike package design

Leaf illustrations are scattered throughout the package.

The illustrations on the package are said to represent the traditional tobacco-making process as icons.

Limited edition model to commemorate the launch of glo Lucky Strike

Tobacco leaves also appear on the Leaf Edition, the limited model released to mark the launch of Lucky Strike’s 12-stick packs.

The original review described Lucky Strike for glo as placing an emphasis on tobacco leaf.

glo Lucky Strike Review Summary

I revisited the review when the new 20-stick packs were about to launch. The feedback was so positive that I thought Lucky Strike might be the best-received of all the flavours available for glo.

I also smoked it again, and the tobacco feel and smoking response is as good as it gets.

These are the author’s impressions from trying Lucky Strike at the time of the review.

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