G. L. PEASE
BLENDS
I've been working my tastebuds to
the bone on the new Fog City
Selection. As always when I get this close to releasing new things, I'm
getting very excited about the blends. Working with only Virginias for
a while has been very interesting, and selecting the right leaf for
these blends has presented interesting challenges.
Fillmore:A thick-sliced broken flake in the Scottish tradition. Ripe red Virginia tobaccos are combined with a generous measure of fine Louisiana perique, and then pressed to marry the components and deepen the flavors. The cakes are sliced and gently broken before tinning. Fillmore presents an elegant sweetness and delightful piquancy, enhanced by a creamy richness that develops throughout the bowl. Sit back, and enjoy a lovely, leisurely smoke.NOW AVAILABLE IN 1 LB. TIN! (1 LB TIN $59)
Ashbury
Lombard
Montgomery
Telegraph Hill
I'm excited about these blends. Each stands firmly on its own, yet helps to paint part of a larger picture. The blends range from a smooth, sweet Virginia, spiced with piquant perique, to a dusky, dark blend, rich with Latakia. They evoke images of some of the classic tobaccos that might have perfumed the London air in gentler times. Here, they are presented in order of decreasing fullness. One is bound to suit your mood at any given time of day or night.
Abingdon: A full Balkan style blend with a generous measure of Cyprian Latakia, seasoned with fine red and lemon yellow Virginia tobaccos, and enhanced with rich oriental leaf. Abingdon is bold and assertive, while retaining a stylish finesse.
Blackpoint: (Luxurious English Mixture) - Blackpoint is a luxurious
blend of red and lemon Virginia leaf, Cyprian Latakia, exotic oriental
tobaccos, and a perfect measure of Louisisana perique for a lively,
piquant finish.
Charing Cross: (Classic Balkan Mixture) - Charing Cross is a traditional
Balkan style blend of fine Virginia leaf, richly seasoned with smoky
Cyprian Latakia, and spiced with the exquisite and exotic tobaccos of
the orient.
Kensington: (Balkan Mixture with Restraint) - Kensington is a Balkan
style blend with restraint. Bright and red Virginia tobaccos are
combined with richly flavoured leaf from the orient, and Cyprian
Latakia in perfect measure for a wonderfully balanced smoke.
Piccadilly: (English Breakfast Mixture) - Piccadilly is a provocative
blend of several Virginia tobaccos, delicately spiced with Latakia, and
finished with Louisiana perique. The alluring flavour is revealed in
layers throughout the smoke.
Stratford :An enticing blend of delicately sweet brights and rich, red Virginia tobaccos seasoned with just the right measure of fine Louisiana Perique.
Robusto: A selection if fine, ripe Virginia tobaccos is enhanced with the perfect measure of maduro cigar leaf to provide an alluring spice, the suggestion of richness of a great cigar, and a creamy smoke. A little Cyprian Latakia adds roundness and smooths the edges, while fine oriental tobaccos fill in the gaps. Complex and full flavored, yet very gentle on the tongue. The perfect finish to a fine meal or as a stout and stalwart companion throughout the day.
Cairo is a wonderfully complex mixture of red, orange and bright Virginia tobaccos, exotic oriental leaf, and just a whisper of perique. The flavor is naturally sweet, slightly nutty, delicately spicy and rich. Subtle citrus-like notes harmoniously support the more robust flavors of the darker Virginias. Cairo is a medium bodied but very satisfying tobacco with a delicate aroma that will be enjoyed by Virginia lovers and the connoisseur of oriental mixtures alike.
Haddo's Delight is a stout blend of several Virginia tobaccos with a generous measure of long-cut perique. Unflavored Green River black Cavendish and a little air-cured white burley ribbon provide fullness, body, and a bit of extra strength. Finally, an exclusive process darkens and marries the mixture. The flavor is full on the palate, earthy, slightly sweet and intriguingly piquant, with overtones of figs and raisins. A wonderful blend for the perique lover. NOW AVAILABLE IN 1 LB. TIN! (1 LB TIN $59)
Samarra is a rich and complex mixture, without being heavy. Matured red Virginia provides the basic structure and a delicate sweetness. A generous portion of Cyprian Latakia is added for its smoky richness, and exotic, fragrant oriental leaf provides fullness to the flavor. Finally, just a hint of lemon Virginia adds bit of brightness to the smoke, and a touch of Perique adds its own unique piquancy.
Barbary Coast: The finest cube-cut Burley, chosen for its deep, nutty flavors, forms a robust foundation for this sophisticated blend. Rich, red Virginia tobaccos are added for their subtle sweetness and complexity, while the unique spice of perique provides added dimension. A delicate kiss of brandy polishes the blend to a perfect finish. Barbary Coast is delightfully satisfying, with hints of black walnut, dark chocolate, and dried fruits. The perfect "all-day" smoke! NOW AVAILABLE IN 1 LB. TIN! (1 LB TIN $59)
Caravan: A lovely spice up front mingles with delightfully exotic Oriental flavors. The smoke:leathery flavors of Cyprian Latakia weave their way through the smoke assertively, but never in an overbearing manner. A zesty, delicate sweetness punctuates the statements made by the rest of the tobaccos. The finish is lingering, but won't overstay its welcome.
Odyssey is huge — the biggest of the Pease blends. It's loaded with Latakia and harmonized by exotic Orientals. Wonderful red and jet-black stoved Virginias provide a perfect counterpoint.NOW AVAILABLE IN 1 LB. TIN! (1 LB TIN $59)
Cumberland: Robust and possessing a subdued sweetness, Cumberland is a delightfully orchestrated suite of American tobaccos. Featuring a rare and exquisite mahogany Kentucky aged in bales for 20 years. Red and matured Virginias establish a theme; the Kentucky and a pianissimo of Perique create the variations. Pure natural tobacco flavors are harmonized by delicate arpeggios and underscored by deep resonant tones. The coda is lovely and lingering — a perfect finish to a rich performance. Best savored slowly.