TEREA Pearl capsule flavours with a step-by-step illustration of how the flavour capsule works and a comparison of different varieties.

TEREA Pearl Capsule Flavours: How the Capsule Works and Which to Try

A TEREA Pearl is a TEREA stick with a flavour capsule inside: it tastes like tobacco until you click, then switches to a second flavour. It works only in an IQOS ILUMA device, and one stick gives up to 6 minutes or 14 puffs.

Not sure where to start? Match your taste to a pick below, then browse the full TEREA range and check prices on each product page.

Cool mint with citrusStellar Pearl from Japan
Berry with mintBlossom Pearl from Japan
Grape with mentholProvence Pearl from Kazakhstan
Fresh and fruityOasis Pearl from Indonesia

What is a TEREA Pearl stick?

A TEREA Pearl is a TEREA stick with a flavour capsule built in. You start with a tobacco blend, then click the capsule to switch to a second flavour. It works only in IQOS ILUMA devices, and each stick gives one session of up to 6 minutes or 14 puffs.

Think of it as two sticks in one. The first taste is tobacco, and the second is whatever the pearl is named for. If you've only tried standard sticks like the ones in our tobacco flavours comparison, this is the next step up in choice.

How does the capsule work?

A TEREA Pearl holds a flavour capsule. One click releases it, and the taste switches from a tobacco blend to the capsule flavour. Until you click, the stick tastes like tobacco. After the click, the flavour stays changed for the rest of the session, so choose your moment.

The click is the only step that is different from any other TEREA stick. You load the stick into your device as usual, and the session runs the same way. If you want a refresher on loading and removing sticks, our guide on how to remove a TEREA stick from IQOS ILUMA covers it step by step.

We'd rather give you the exact wording from the pack than guess, so check the leaflet in your first pack.

Do you have to click the capsule?

No, the click is optional. Without it, a TEREA Pearl tastes milder and closer to tobacco. Clicking adds the capsule flavour on top. Try one stick unclicked and the next clicked to notice the difference for yourself. Both use the same session length of up to 6 minutes or 14 puffs.

This gives you room to taste-test. A single pack is enough to learn whether you like the tobacco side, the flavour side, or the switch between them. If you're comparing pearls with the cooler styles in our menthol flavours comparison, the unclicked stick shows you the base before the capsule changes it.

Want to know how long to expect each session to last? Our stick duration guide explains the 6 minute and 14 puff limits.

Which TEREA Pearl flavours do we sell?

We sell TEREA Pearl flavours from Japan, Indonesia and Kazakhstan. Japan includes Stellar, Blossom, Oasis, Sun and Riviera. Indonesia includes Oasis, Sun, Strawberry and Passion Fruit. Kazakhstan includes Provence, Tidal, Sun, Twilight and Starling. Stock changes, so check each product page for what's live.

The same pearl name can taste different from one origin to another. That's why we list each origin on its own page instead of mixing them. If you want the wider picture first, our TEREA products list guide shows every origin side by side.

Japan pearls
Stellar PearlA mint and citrus blend after the click.
Blossom PearlStrawberry with mint. A friendly pick if you're new to capsules.
Riviera PearlRaspberry and rose.
Oasis PearlSee the product page for flavour notes.
Sun PearlSee the product page for flavour notes.

Japan is the origin to try if you like clear, specific flavour pairings. See the whole range on the TEREA Japan collection.

Indonesia pearls
Oasis PearlA fresh, fruity finish after the click.
Sun PearlSimilar to Oasis, with slightly warmer notes.
Strawberry PearlNamed for its fruit.
Passion Fruit PearlNamed for its fruit.

Indonesia works well if you want to browse the Indonesia collection.

Kazakhstan pearls
Provence PearlGrape with menthol.
Tidal PearlSee the product page for flavour notes.
Sun PearlSee the product page for flavour notes.
Twilight PearlSee the product page for flavour notes.
Starling PearlSee the product page for flavour notes.

Kazakhstan has the largest set of pearls. See them all on the TEREA Kazakhstan collection.

Which device do you need?

You need an IQOS ILUMA device. TEREA sticks do not work in older IQOS 3 devices. If you don't have one yet, compare the ILUMA i Standard vs One vs Prime, or browse ILUMA i One, Standard and Prime devices.

How to store pearl sticks

  • Keep packs sealed. Opened packs dry out faster.
  • Store in a cool place. Keep packs sealed, cool and out of sunlight.
  • Leaving packs in a hot car. Dubai heat can dry the tobacco and may affect the capsule. Keep packs sealed, cool and out of sunlight.
  • Check expiry. Use sticks before the date on the pack.

Frequently asked questions

Do TEREA Pearl sticks work in IQOS 3?

No. TEREA sticks only work in IQOS ILUMA devices. See TEREA vs HEETS for the difference.

Which pearl is strongest?

Strength varies by blend. Our strongest TEREA guide ranks flavours by strength.

Where can I buy them in Dubai?

Order from our store with UAE delivery — see delivery info and our guide on where to buy genuine IQOS and TEREA. To avoid counterfeits, read how to spot fake TEREA.

For the full catalogue, see the TEREA products list guide for Dubai.

18+ only. This product is intended for adult customers. Keep out of reach of children.

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