Cellaring Tobacco and Factors that Influence the Aging Process

(smokingpipes.com) Acquiring tobacco and letting it age for years is one of the most rewarding aspects of pipe smoking, granting us the opportunity to appreciate how the flavor profile of our favorite blends can change or improve with time.
Often referred to as "cellaring," purchasing tobacco with the intent to let it age is a somewhat newer phenomenon that has gained popularity in recent years.
For many decades, few manufacturers and blenders were concerned about what happened to their mixtures after they were tinned, primarily because they were created for immediate enjoyment and consumption. Continued