Mac Baren HH Pure Virginia Hot Pressed Pipe Tobacco

I'm relatively new to pipe smoking and descriptions thereof, but in my experience with this blend I likened the flavors to a "coctail by the fire" vibe. Sweet, sour/citrus, woody/smokey and relaxing

outstanding, full tobacco flavor...slightly sweet...will be buying again in larger quantities.

My first time, is a good smoke i trait it in a old Dunhill pipe, smoot, good burning I remembered the Dunhill Flakes.

Mac Baren’s HH Line has achieved the halcyon of Germain and Gawith. Perhaps it’s the century old steam press they acquired to manufacture the HH line, or perhaps it’s the sourcing and blending... maybe it’s the combination of these. No matter, the entire HH line of flakes are among the most qualitative products manufactured by Mac Baren or any blending house for that matter. Unlike Germain and Gawith, HH is readily available and reasonably priced, which in my humble opinion, moves it beyond either of the former to a level not seen among Houses since the early 2000’s. Now, about HH Pure VA; A high quality VA Flake is a real treat, and this is one of them. The steam pressing removed the sharpness that accompanies brighter, fresher VA, and deepens the flavor profile while adding a bit of caramelization. This has a very clean, deep and round profile. There's the highly sought after malted/fermented VA nuance; it's delicately sweet with a slight honey flavor, bready/pastry and has a marked grass/hay nuance with just a tiny bit of citrus. It's incredibly smooth with absolutely no bite. The nicotine level is medium to medium-strong strength with a nice 3 out 5 nic strength. This is a great after-dinner smoke that rivals Sam Gawith FVF, and in many respects, is superior. I prefer this after a full-flavored steak dinner. The smooth and mild sweetness provides a great finish to counter the savory steak. Add to that a satisfying nicotine strength, and it pairs so damn well.

Fantastic in aroma and taste. All the Virginia goodness.

Excellent straight Virginia. High quality. Beautiful presentation, delightful in taste. Have already purchased MANY more for the future.

I had rather dip it than smoke it.

Very smooth.

WOW. As a new pipe smoker and Virginia lover, this is an amazing blend! On my first light I found that this is already a tasty tobacco. No cure needed. I still plan to let 5-6 flakes cure for at least a month. Beautiful Virginia flavors, sweet and aromatic. Great lunch break smoke or in the morning with a cup of coffee/tea. Nicotine level is decent but not enough to put ya down. Only downside I could see would be price but I would buy this again at what I paid for it. If you need someone to help guide your decision about this one: BUY IT.