Tobacco Review: Stokkebye 4th Generation 1855 Ready Rubbed

 

(Herbert Fearly) ... Within the first 5 puffs it becomes apparent that this is a very different Virginia blend from the rest of the pack. I’d categorize Mcclelland’s Virginias as earthy and sweet. Then, Samuel Gawith’s Best Brown Flake and Full Virginia Flake as pastry sweet. However, 1855 goes in a different direction again - the closest I’d say might be MacBaren’s Club Blend. While MB Club Blend has more of a leathery, horse stable character, 1855 brings a bright and fresh, almost herbal Virginia experience, lightly sweet and grassy. Continued