Yes, this discussion has gone on for awhile and Greg has taken the sane
approach. The poetic use of terms, such as: English, Balkan, Scottish
and Oriental in blend descriptions has rendered these terms almost meaningless.
Blend descriptions have the formidable task of both advising and encouraging
use, without giving too much information out, as blenders work hard to create
new blends and maintain consistency from year to year. I'm happy to see this
approach, where blend components (at least in part) will take priority over the
use of ambiguous blend classifications. This works for me and I hope that others
will follow, as these terms have a number of us confused on both sides of the
pond. This article is another good read and if it's a bit pedantic, this is
because the topic has required it to be. Thanks Greg.
