Red Stag

Red Stag is one of Cornell & Diehl's English-style ribbon-cut blends. It's made of Latakia, Oriental leaves, and Virginia; the maker's description highlights a sharp, peppery taste with light earthy undertones. Its name comes from the position attributed to the red deer in medieval hunting tradition.

On the maker's scale, strength is medium and the room note pronounced; the intensity left on the palate is kept measured. Suited to smokers looking for an evening blend along the Latakia-and-Oriental axis with a not-heavy nicotine load.