KT&G Introduces New "Vapor Stick" E-cigarette Pods in Korea

Dec.19.2024
KT&G Introduces New "Vapor Stick" E-cigarette Pods in Korea
KT&G launches two new e-cigarette pod brands, "Vapor Stick Tango" and "Vapor Stick Trophy," priced at 4800 KRW each.

According to N. News on December 19th, Korean Tobacco (KT&G) has launched two new products for their "Vapor Stick" e-cigarette brand, called "Vapor Stick Tango" and "Vapor Stick Trophy," at convenience stores nationwide. Each product is priced at 4,800 Korean won (about $3).


In July, KT&G discontinued the "Able" brand name for its pod products and rebranded each type as "REAL", "GRANULAR", "VAPOR STICK", etc., with improvements in flavor, longevity, design, and other aspects.


In June, KT&G launched the "LIL ABL 2.0" and has started selling it. The product comes in three pod types: "REAL," "GRANULAR," and "VAPOR STICK.


KT&G's NGP Business Division Director Lim Wang-seop stated that,


We have launched two new 'Vapor Stick' products that reflect the diverse needs of consumers, and will continue to strengthen our leadership position in the e-cigarette market by expanding the product range of 'LIL ABL' pods.


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