Borkum Riff Pipe Tobacco, Liquorice - 42.5g

Borkum Riff Pipe Tobacco Licorice – 42.5g is a distinctive aromatic blend for anyone who loves the unmistakable flavour of liquorice – smooth, dark and pleasantly ‘dessert-like’, without feeling heavy. As soon as you open the packet, you’re met with an intense, sweet and spicy liquorice note, accompanied by a subtle hint of aniseed reminiscent of Sambuca. It is precisely this combination that makes the tobacco so special: it has an exotic character and plenty of personality, yet remains mild and pleasant in the pipe. This blend is ideal if you’re looking for a flavoured tobacco that performs reliably, burns evenly and leaves a distinctive, recognisable scent in the room.

Liquorice & Sambuca on velvety Black Cavendish

The base of Borkum Riff Licorice is deliberately designed to be ‘soft & creamy’: a very high proportion of fermented black Cavendish ensures a rounded, velvety smoke and makes the flavouring particularly harmonious. This is complemented by light Virginia, which lends the blend a subtle underlying sweetness and a touch of freshness, ensuring the mixture does not become one-dimensional. The tobacco is then enhanced with real liquorice and Sambuca liqueur – resulting in a distinct liquorice note with a subtle aniseed-like spice, often accompanied by dark, slightly caramel-like undertones. The flavour profile remains pleasantly consistent throughout the smoke: creamy, sweet and spicy, and very aromatic, without becoming harsh if you smoke it at a leisurely pace.

In practice, the tobacco is straightforward: the cut is easy to pack, lights well and produces a substantial smoke volume. For the best enjoyment, it’s worth loosening the portion slightly before packing – this makes the burn even smoother and the liquorice notes come through more clearly. The room aroma is distinctly aromatic and less polarising than many strong English blends: anyone who likes liquorice will find it pleasant and ‘cosy’. Perfect for after work, for relaxed get-togethers or whenever you fancy a sweet and spicy aromatic tobacco with character.

Tasting notes and characteristics

Cut: Ribbon / Loose Cut
Flavouring: Liquorice , Sambuca
Aroma: sweet and spicy
Type: Classic Danish (Aromatic)
Raw tobaccos: Black Cavendish (80%), Virginia (20%)