Samuel Gawith – Balkan Plug (250g Box) is a robust, traditional English-style pipe tobacco presented in plug form, offering a deep, smoky experience for seasoned smokers.

Product Overview

• Type: Plug (uncut version of Balkan Flake)
• Weight: 250 grams
• Origin: United Kingdom
• Blend Components:
  • Virginia – flue-cured, naturally sweet
  • Cypriot Latakia – smoky, spicy, and rich
• Flavoring: None detected

Flavor Profile

• Top Notes: Smoky Latakia dominates with campfire and leathery tones
• Middle Notes: Earthy Virginia adds mild sweetness and grassy undertones
• Base Notes: Slight spice and woodiness
• Strength: Medium to strong
• Taste: Medium to full
• Room Note: Pleasant to tolerable

This blend forgoes Orientals, focusing instead on the interplay between Latakia and Virginia, making it a non-aromatic English mixture.

Smoking Experience

• Preparation: Requires slicing with a sharp blade; plug is dense and firm
• Burn Characteristics: Cool and slow-burning; may need relights
• Nicotine Hit: Mild to medium
• Best For: Experienced smokers who enjoy full-bodied, smoky blends

Packaging & Presentation

The 250g box contains a thick, dark plug with golden flecks of Virginia leaf. It’s ideal for bulk storage or aging, and offers a rewarding ritual for those who enjoy preparing their tobacco manually.