Vibrant Virginia base offers grassy, citrus, and honeyed notes

Dark-fired Kentucky adds body, smokiness, and a robust backbone

Latakia is used sparingly—just enough to introduce a refined smokiness without overwhelming

Perique (or a touch of spiced leaf) contributes subtle pepper, plum, and depth

Flake cut allows for controlled burn, gradual flavor development, and a dignified presentation

It appeals to those wanting a layered, sophisticated smoke rather than a flat flavor profile

Ideal for pipe smokers who appreciate flaked tobacco techniques—the ritual, the breaking, the slow reveal

Because of its balance, it suits both Virginiaphiles and those who enjoy dimension from supporting leaves

Recognized for cool-burning, forgiving behavior, making it feasible even for less experienced flake smokers

Tobacco Cut: Flake (pressed flake, meant to be broken / rubbed before smoking)

Blend Type: Flake / Virginia-forward with secondary dark Kentucky and light Latakia / Perique accents

Contents: Red Virginias, dark-fired Kentucky, a modest amount of Latakia, possibly Perique or oriental spice leaf

Flavor / Aroma: Citrus and hay from Virginia, smoky and spicy from Kentucky, subtle smokiness and wood from Latakia, plum / pepper nuance from Perique

Sizes: 50g tin

Country: Germany (produced for McConnell / Kohlhase & Kopp)

Manufactured By: Kohlhase & Kopp (Robert McConnell brand house)