Lucky Strike Luckies An American Original Menthol Lights cigarettes hard box

Lucky Strike Menthol Lights are available in duty-free shops across Europe, including major airports in France and Germany. For retail purchases outside duty-free, check with licensed tobacco retailers or online platforms adhering to EU tobacco regulations. Buyers must be 18+ in Europe (21+ in some US states). Contains nicotine – an addictive chemical.

First produced in 1871 by R.A. Patterson in Virginia, Lucky Strike pioneered the "It's Toasted" heat-treatment process that reduces harshness in tobacco. The Menthol Lights variant combines this heritage with a cooling menthol flavor, using a blend of US-grown Virginia leaf and Turkish tobaccos.

Yes, this variant is available in US duty-free locations for international travelers. However, domestic US sales follow FDA regulations with graphic health warnings. The Finland-manufactured version meets EU tar/nicotine limits (10mg tar, 1mg nicotine per cig), differing slightly from non-EU markets.

Popular alternatives include Marlboro Ice Blast (stronger menthol), Camel Crush (adjustable menthol), and Newport Menthol Gold (smoother profile). All contain similar health risks – Public Health England estimates smoking reduces life expectancy by 10 years on average.

The hard box version offers better cigarette protection during travel, with a flip-top lid and reinforced construction. Contains 20 king-size (85mm) cigarettes. Soft packs are lighter but more prone to crushing. Both use the same US/Finnish blended tobacco recipe.