Morley's Best

Morley's Best is a burley-forward English mixture bearing the signature of Cornell & Diehl blender Bob Runowski. According to the manufacturer's description, three distinct burley types — white burley, cube-cut burley, and coarse-cut burley — come together with Virginia flake and Cyprus Latakia. It is offered as a ribbon cut; the Latakia level is pronounced enough to place the blend in the English category, yet restrained enough not to overpower burley's nutty, earthy taste.

The smoke runs cool and even, with no sharp heat or tongue bite reported. Nicotine strength sits in the medium range, suiting smokers who want an all-day blend with Latakia present but not heavy-handed. It also serves as a good introduction for those wanting to get to know burley-based American mixtures.