Cornell & Diehl – Briar Fox (2 oz / 56.7 g Tin)

🔹 Overview

Briar Fox is a classic blend from Cornell & Diehl, originally created by the late Danish pipe maker Peter Heeschen. It’s known for its straightforward, natural tobacco character—a favorite among Virginia/Burley enthusiasts who appreciate minimal casing and pure leaf flavor.

🌿 Composition & Cut

• Tobaccos:
  • Virginias (providing natural sweetness and grassy/bready notes)
  • Burley (adding body, nuttiness, and earthiness)
• Cut: Pressed into a firm crumble cake, which can be sliced or rubbed out for smoking. This pressing process deepens flavor and melds the tobaccos.

🍂 Flavor Profile

• Tin Note: Earthy, slightly sweet, with hints of hay, cocoa, and a faint nutty aroma.
• Taste:
  • Initial Light: Mild sweetness from Virginias, balanced by Burley’s nutty, woody undertones.
  • Mid-Bowl: Richer, slightly earthy and toasty, with subtle cocoa and bread-like notes.
  • Finish: Smooth, dry, and satisfying—no heavy casing or artificial sweetness.
• Overall Character: Natural, honest tobacco flavor with a rustic charm.

🧭 Strength & Room Note

• Strength: Medium (nicotine is noticeable but not overwhelming).
• Flavor Intensity: Medium-bodied, straightforward and clean.
• Room Note: Traditional tobacco aroma—pleasant for enthusiasts, neutral for others.

🔥 Smoking Experience

• Burn Quality: Cool and slow when properly prepared; crumble cake format encourages a relaxed pace.
• Moisture: Usually ready to smoke, but a short dry time can improve burn.
• Technique: Best enjoyed when gently rubbed out and packed loosely.

🌟 Reviews & Reputation

• Highly regarded for its simplicity and purity—a “no-nonsense” blend for those who value natural leaf character.
• Often recommended as an all-day smoke for Virginia/Burley fans.

📦 Packaging

• Tin Size: 2 oz (≈56.7 g), also available in 8 oz tins and bulk.
• Presentation: Firm crumble cake inside a round tin.

Briar Fox is ideal for smokers who appreciate unflavored, traditional blends with a balance of sweetness and earthiness. It’s versatile, age-worthy, and pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.