Ashton Consummate Gentleman 50g Tin

Ashton Consummate Gentleman 50g Tin is a classic English blend for anyone who likes their tobacco to be stylish, well-balanced and true to the tobacco itself. Rather than sweet flavourings, the focus here is on the natural character of fine leaves: Virginia provides a subtle underlying sweetness, Burley and Maryland add body and a nutty, tangy depth, whilst a pinch of Latakia lends the whole a typically gentle, smoky undertone. The result is a medium-strength tobacco with a ‘gentlemanly’ character – aromatic yet never overpowering. Just right for pipe smokers looking for an honest blend that performs reliably every time: from a relaxed evening after work to a refined post-dinner pipe.

English character: spicy, dry, silky on the finish

Upon lighting, Consummate Gentleman proves pleasantly straightforward: no artificial additives, but rather a classic, dry smoking profile and a very fine balance between sweetness and spice. The Virginias bring light, slightly grainy notes, whilst Burley and Maryland make the smoke rounder and ‘richer’ – often with a subtle nuttiness and a mild, earthy depth. Latakia is deliberately used sparingly: it adds a gentle smoky note and complexity without dominating the blend. Many descriptions highlight the ‘palatable and silky’ finish – a finish that remains pleasant for a long time and is not overpowering. The room aroma is also typically classified as medium for an English blend: distinctly tobacco-like, with a slightly smoky undertone.

Tasting report and characteristics

Cut: Ribbon Cut
Flavouring: none
Room note: tobacco-smoky
Type: English Blend (with Latakia)
Raw tobaccos: Virginia , Maryland, Burley, Latakia