This is for the people who are ready to quit or are currently quitting dipping. The simplest and cheapest imitation snuff that I have found is this homemade recipe. I’ll give you that it’s not the same as Copenhagen or any other snuff, but once you get used to it (just like if you changed brands), it will work as a good substitute and help you get over your cravings.
The recipe is simple – decaf tea and salt. Soak your teabags for about 3-5 minutes and then dump them into a bowl (squeeze them out before dumping to minimize the water level), add salt – about 1-2 teaspoons per teabag – and mix well. Put this into an empty snuff can (don’t wash it if you want to impart some of the flavor). It will feel rough for the first couple days, but once the water starts to soften the tea leaves it will feel like real snuff. The taste is the only obstacle – nothing can really compare to the straight stuff flavor – but if you go into this expecting the flavor change, it can work for you.
Make sure you use decaf tea – caffeinated tea will give you a super-duper-make-you-throw-up caffeine overdose. You can also add some flavors – use herbal mint tea, for instance (though I suggest a base of regular decaf tea). Your snuff can will build up some salt around the outside lip, depending on the amount of salt and water you use.
Use this recipe in conjunction with other quitting aids – Nicorette patches/gum, chocolate, or some other stop-smoking aid. I recommend that you quit cold turkey – throw out or finish up your existing stock on a planned date and wake up the next morning nicotine free. A bet with high stakes (mine is 12 raw oysters) helps. Involve as many people as you can – they will keep you honest and support you, helping you to be successful.
That’s all I’ve got, hope this helps!