In the seventies and eighties, there were a lot of imported tobaccos that I had the chance to try. Some of them were okay, but not my cup of tea. Some became favorites. But there was one that was different than anything I had tried, and although it wasn't my everday choice, I kept going back to it from time to time, and when it was no longer available in the US, I missed it.
That tobacco was St. Bruno Flake with its smooth, rich, flavor and light floral and fruit note that enhances, rather than masks, the excellent leaf. A large, grateful group of pipe enthusiasts are thrilled to see St. Bruno return to our shores. Welcome back and old friend, or try this classic for the first time. Either way, you win.
I for one am thrilled to see this Classic once again available in the States and will gladly pay $16.00 dollars a tin. This Tobacco was selling for around $10.00 bucks a Tin when it left the States back in the 80's. I realize it is considered an OTC Tobacco overseas, but it is a lot higher Quality Tobacco than what most people consider an OTC. I am grateful that Mac Baren purchased the Tobacco blends from Imperial Tobacco and decided to once again offer this great Tobacco to us here in the US, without there efforts this Fine Tobacco may have disappeared from the market all together as Imperial is focusing on the Cigarette market now a days. With the price of Captain Black costing 7.00 or 8.00 dollars a pouch depending on your location and a pack of Marlboros at $5.00 a pack, I think this is a fair price. Heck, has anyone here priced a pound of strawberry delight from your local B&M lately. I'll take the Standard Dark Flake to this stuff any time! Just my 2 cents worth!
