Ok, so here goes:
In the tin, there’s a pleasing topping aroma that, although not very strong, displaces the tobacco. Peach, appricot, something slightly floral, but certainly not Lakeland. All artificial, I presume. The tobacco is slightly damp to the touch. More moisture than I like for smoking, but perfect for shipping and storage. I didn’t have time to dry it, so I stuffed a good pich into a Dr. Brog wine barrel pipe that had previously been used for some My Own Blend aros.
On lighting, there was an immediate aroma of brown sugar, but that passed quickly. Peach and light floral, very light, perfectly balanced with the tobacco. Much more balanced than Rattray’s Exotic Orange. Neither the topping or the leaf dominates. Nicotine is low. Aroma held consistently throughout the bowl. Very enjoyable, but certainly not a complex smoke.
I’ll enjoy more of this in the near future. A nice break from my usual Virginas, Vapers, Orientals, English, Dark Fired blends.
