I'm slowly working my way away from aromatics and trying some more traditional VA and burley blends. While I really can't comment on the taste so to speak because I am new to this and still trying to figure it out. What I can say is that it's a very smooth smoke and for a clencher and a puffer like myself, it doesn't get hot nor does it bite. Had it first thing in the morning and I think I'll let it go out after about 15 minutes and re-light it in an hour or so. Def another one to keep on the TAD list