Kendal Balkan Flake Pipe Tobacco (Loose)

It all started in Kendal, England in 1792. Thomas Harrison was a successful snuff maker. Jane Harrison Thomas’s daughter, eloped in 1838 to a young man of Kendal, Samuel Gawith. When Mr. Harrison died in 1841, he left the business to his daughter and son-in-law, and over the years Samuel Gawith continued to prosper.

In 1865, Samuel Gawith died prematurely at the age of 48. His eldest son, also called Samuel, was only 22 and his father had wisely left the firm in the hands of three trustees, one of whom was this son. The elder trustee was Henry Hoggarth, a boyhood friend and neighbour in Lowther Street who had founded a Kendal firm of land agents and surveyors.

In 1878, Samuel and his younger brother, John Edward Gawith decided amicably to go their separate ways and so the two Gawith firms came into being. Samuel took over the snuff mill and business at Mealbank, and John stayed on in Lowther Street.

The firm in Lowther Street went through some troubled times but, in 1887, a new partnership was founded between Samuel’s youngest brother, William Henry, and Henry Hoggarth junior, to be known as Gawith Hoggarth Company.

Gawith Hoggarth Company continued to manufacture tobacco products and snuff at the Lowther Street works until 2009, when they moved to new business premises.

And now, in 2015, the two companies will be back together under one roof.

Gawith Hoggarth's Balkan Flake is a superb Balkan blend and a pleasure for all who enjoy a Latakia tobacco. The balance of the mix is perfect, not too smoky, just the right amount of spice and a touch of sweetness to round off the bitter.

This medium cut flake is quite easy to work with and rubs well, if that is your preferred method, while those who would roll it will find it, again, easy to manage.

Once you've filled your pipe with this gorgeous stuff, sip gently to savour every mouthful. That's not to say you can't guzzle this tobacco, but you'll want this experience to last.

Please note: Pipe used is for illustration purposes only.

Pipe Featured: Vauen Laiton 1014 9mm Filter Fishtail Pipe (VA543)

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The flakes are dark brown, rippled with golden brown Virginia and the aroma has a satisfying deep smoky richness.

The Latakia content is high but not overpowering, the Oriental providing the delicious, delicate spice while the Virginias add sweetness and level the blend.

Truly a long lasting delight.

Strength: 3/5
Aromatic Taste: 3/5
Room Note: 3/5