Quote History Originally Posted By BayEagle:
Is that what it is? Good to know for when I'm picking new blends. I really need to get to a tobacconist and have them explain to me what the diff leaves are.
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If Three Nuns is not your thing, you might like more Latakia forward blends.
Three Nuns is an example of the Navy Flake, pressed Virginia/Burley tobacco cut into coins and usually flavored or cased with rum.
The English or Balkan blends with Latakia, Cavendish, Orientals offer a less heady flavor, and more of an earthy leathery taste.
I personally prefer the English/Balkan blends as a regular smoke, but on occasion will go on a Virginia forward tobacco kick.
I would recommend Hearth and Home's "Magnum" or "Black House" to start if you haven't tried.