Brown Pigtail Sweet Brandy

This is a product from Gawith, Hoggarth & Co.'s twisted-rope family, finished with sweet brandy. The body rests on strong Virginia leaves; the brandy topping gives a sweetness closer to dried fruit rather than the sharp, harsh taste often found in alcohol-flavoured blends.

The rope is filled by slicing thin and rubbing out, and wants airing due to its high moisture. Fullness and flavour intensity are above medium. It is aimed at those wanting a product that keeps the body of rope tobaccos while the topping stays measured.