Bentley Pipe Tobacco The London Carmine - 50g

Bentley Pipe Tobacco The London Carmine – 50g is a stylish English Mixture for connoisseurs seeking an authentic tobacco flavour without added flavourings – spicy, smoky and yet remarkably well-balanced. This blend skilfully plays on contrasts: sweet, light Virginias meet a generous amount of Oriental leaf, a ‘touch’ of Dark Fired Kentucky adds a robust depth, and a noticeable proportion of Latakia provides that classic, slightly smoky English flair. The result is powerful yet always controlled – just like a British gentleman: commanding, full of character, but never coarse.

An English Mixture with character: Oriental & Latakia in perfect balance

As you smoke it, The London Carmine reveals itself to be very multi-layered. At the start, the spicy, herbaceous Oriental notes and a gentle Latakia smokiness often dominate. The profile then opens up: Virginia brings a subtle natural sweetness and a slightly ‘toasty’ base, whilst Dark Fired Kentucky provides dark roasted aromas, hints of leather and a robust, slightly earthy depth. Particularly pleasing: several retailers emphasise that the Latakia blends in nicely and does not overpower the other flavours – meaning the subtle Oriental and Virginia nuances remain clearly discernible. Those who smoke slowly are rewarded with a cool, rounded smoke that remains consistent right through to the final third.

The cut is predominantly loose cut (and partly mixed cut). This makes the tobacco easy to pack, ensures it lights reliably and burns evenly – ideal if you’re looking for an English Mixture that doesn’t demand constant attention. The room aroma is typically ‘English’: distinctly tobly smoky and rather intense – perfect for your own private smoking corner or amongst like-minded people. In the 50g tin, the blend stays fresh for a long time and is an excellent, reliable companion for the evening, after a meal, or whenever you simply fancy a classic, full-bodied blend without any frills.

Tasting notes and characteristics

Cut: Loose Cut
Flavouring: none
Room note: intense and smoky
Type: English blend
Raw tobaccos: Virginia , Orient, Dark Fired Kentucky, Latakia