Short answer: Russet, Teak and Rigan are pure tobacco flavours with no menthol, while Oasis Pearl and Sun Pearl have a flavour capsule in the filter that you can crush whenever you like. So the real split among the five new TEREA flavours is simple: straight tobacco, or tobacco with an optional ice switch. If you want the full picture of the older TEREA and HEETS range, our complete TEREA and HEETS flavour guide has a full cross-reference table.
This article covers only the five new flavours. We go through each one, compare them side by side, and help you pick the one that fits your taste.
Compatibility first
TEREA sticks work with IQOS ILUMA devices only: ILUMA, ILUMA Prime, ILUMA One, ILUMA i, ILUMA i Prime and ILUMA i One. They are not compatible with older IQOS devices that use a heating blade (IQOS 3, 3 DUO, 3 MULTI, 2.4 and 2.4+), nor with IQOS BONDS. Using TEREA in an older generation device can damage it. Not sure which device you own? Read the guide to TEREA vs HEETS and which sticks fit which IQOS before you decide.
TEREA new flavours compared
| Flavour | Profile | Capsule | Before the click | After the click |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEREA Russet | Robust and Malty | No | Classic, full-bodied tobacco with malty notes | No capsule, taste stays the same |
| TEREA Teak | Rounded and Creamy | No | Balanced roasted tobacco with a smooth creamy texture | No capsule, taste stays the same |
| TEREA Rigan | Refined and Spicy | No | Carefully blended tobacco with a spicy touch | No capsule, taste stays the same |
| TEREA Oasis Pearl | Creamy tobacco that turns tropical | Yes | Calm roasted tobacco, creamy notes | Passion fruit with menthol |
| TEREA Sun Pearl | Herbal tobacco that turns fruity | Yes | Roasted tobacco with light herbal notes | Watermelon with menthol |
All five use the same SMARTCORE induction technology and the same nicotine level across the TEREA range, so the difference is in flavour and feel, not strength.
Each flavour in detail
TEREA Russet: bold, steady tobacco
Russet is officially described as “Robust and Malty”: strong, full tobacco with malty notes. You feel the tobacco from the first draw to the last, and the malt adds depth and body. There is no menthol and no ice, so everything revolves around the tobacco itself.
It suits anyone who likes the classic profile and does not want sweetness or extras. If you know what you like and do not want to experiment, Russet is the consistent choice.
TEREA Teak: smoothness above all
The official profile for Teak is “Rounded and Creamy”. The base is balanced roasted tobacco, wrapped in a soft creamy texture with nutty notes that add a gentle richness. The finish is smooth and round, without harsh edges.
Pick Teak if smoothness matters more to you than punch, or if you want long, relaxed sessions. It has no menthol and no capsule, so the taste stays pure tobacco.
TEREA Rigan: refined tobacco with a spicy edge
Rigan is described officially as “Refined and Spicy”: a carefully crafted tobacco blend with a spicy presence that gives the taste an elegant character. The spice complements the tobacco rather than covering it, so the result is balanced without being sharp.
It works well if you want something different from standard roasted tobacco but do not want to move to menthol or sweet flavours. With no capsule, the taste is the same from the first stick to the last.
TEREA Oasis Pearl: creamy tobacco, then passion fruit on demand
Oasis Pearl is one of the two flavours with a capsule in the filter. Before you crush it, you get balanced roasted tobacco with creamy notes and soft nutty tones, a calm experience that leans classic. Once you crush the capsule, passion fruit and menthol come through, along with tropical fruit notes that change the whole character of the session and make it refreshing.
The timing is yours. Start with calm tobacco and crush the capsule halfway, or crush it from the start for full freshness. Leave it uncrushed and it stays a menthol-free tobacco flavour.
TEREA Sun Pearl: watermelon and menthol with one click
Sun Pearl uses the same capsule idea with a different personality. Before the click you get balanced roasted tobacco with light herbal notes, warm and mellow. After you crush the capsule, watermelon and menthol are released, together with warm, gentle tropical fruit notes.
It suits people who lean toward light summer fruit and want a mild refresh rather than a sharp one, for example after lunch or in the evening. Because the capsule is optional, it also works for fans of calm, herbal tobacco who want the menthol to arrive only when they decide.
Usage and storage
Usage is the same for all five: insert the stick into your ILUMA device up to the marked line, press the button and wait for the device signal that the session has started, then remove and dispose of the stick properly when you are done. Your device needs no cleaning between sessions, because the metal heating element is built into the stick itself.
With Oasis Pearl and Sun Pearl, crush the capsule in the filter at any point during the session. For storage, keep the pack closed until use, in a dry place away from direct sunlight, high humidity and heat sources, to keep the tobacco fresh. Each carton holds 10 packs of 20 sticks, which is 200 sticks.
How to choose
- Want tobacco with no menthol at all? Choose between the three: Russet for strength and malt, Teak for smoothness and a creamy body, Rigan for a refined spicy touch.
- Want to feel the tobacco strongly? Russet.
- Prefer smoothness? Teak.
- Want something different without sweetness? Rigan.
- Want ice, but not all the time? Oasis Pearl or Sun Pearl, since you crush the capsule only when you want it.
- Like passion fruit? Oasis Pearl. Like watermelon? Sun Pearl.
A practical tip: if this is your first time with TEREA, start with one flavour instead of mixing several. Every TEREA flavour has the same nicotine level, so the comparison is fair and comes down to taste alone.
Frequently asked questions
Do the new TEREA flavours work with every IQOS device?
No. They work with ILUMA devices in all versions (ILUMA, Prime, One, i, i Prime, i One) only. They do not work with older IQOS devices that use a blade, or with IQOS BONDS.
What is the difference between Oasis Pearl and Sun Pearl?
Both have a capsule in the filter. Oasis Pearl is built on creamy tobacco and releases passion fruit with menthol when crushed. Sun Pearl is built on tobacco with light herbal notes and releases watermelon with menthol when crushed.
Do I have to crush the capsule?
No. The capsule is optional and can be crushed at any point during the session. If you do not crush it, the stick stays a tobacco flavour.
Do Russet, Teak and Rigan contain menthol?
No. All three are menthol-free and capsule-free, and the difference between them is in the tobacco profile itself.
For full details on each flavour, visit its page: TEREA Russet, TEREA Teak, TEREA Rigan, TEREA Oasis Pearl and TEREA Sun Pearl. You can browse the whole range in the IQOS category.
Notice: This content is intended for adult smokers only (21+). Heated tobacco products contain nicotine, which is addictive. If you do not currently smoke, or you are under 21, these products are not for you.
