🔹 Overview

Haunted Bookshop is one of Cornell & Diehl’s most iconic blends, named after Christopher Morley’s novel. It’s a straightforward, robust Burley/Virginia/Perique mixture that appeals to smokers who enjoy natural, unadorned tobacco flavor with a touch of spice.

🌿 Composition & Cut

• Tobaccos:
  • Burley – the dominant component, providing earthy, nutty depth.
  • Virginias – add a subtle sweetness and grassy undertones.
  • Perique – contributes peppery spice and dark fruit complexity.
• Cut: Coarse ribbon, easy to pack and burns evenly.

🍂 Flavor Profile

• Tin Note: Earthy and slightly sweet, with hints of cocoa, nuts, and a faint fruity tang from Perique.
• Taste:
  • First Light: Bold Burley earthiness with a dry, nutty character.
  • Mid-Bowl: Virginias introduce gentle sweetness; Perique adds pepper and fig-like notes.
  • Finish: Consistent, robust, and satisfying—no heavy casing or artificial flavoring.
• Overall Character: Rustic, honest tobacco flavor with a spicy edge.

🧭 Strength & Room Note

• Strength: Medium to strong (nicotine is noticeable).
• Flavor Intensity: Medium-full, straightforward and hearty.
• Room Note: Traditional tobacco aroma—pleasant for enthusiasts, neutral for others.

🔥 Smoking Experience

• Burn Quality: Cool and steady when packed properly; minimal bite.
• Moisture: Usually ready to smoke; a short dry time can improve burn.
• Technique: Best enjoyed slowly to savor the interplay of Burley and Perique.

🌟 Aging Potential

• Improves with cellaring—aging enhances sweetness and smooths the blend, making it more rounded over time.

📦 Packaging

• Tin Size: 8 oz (≈226.8 g), also available in 2 oz tins and bulk.
• Presentation: Loose ribbon cut inside a large tin, ideal for long-term storage.

Haunted Bookshop is perfect for smokers who appreciate classic, no-nonsense blends with a bold Burley base and a peppery twist from Perique. It’s a go-to for those who enjoy a strong, traditional smoke.