Mr. Christian’s Raven Eye Flake

Raven Eye Flake is a flake tobacco built from heat-matured Virginia, stoved Virginia, and Perique leaf with no added flavoring; it's offered as 2 oz. bulk. It's part of Ken Byron Ventures' budget-priced Mr. Christian's line and remains among the brand's current listings.

Heat treatment and stoving darken Virginia's sugar and settle its tang; the Perique adds dark plum-and-fig fruit and a peppery spice. The flake structure gives a slow, cool burn and needs to be rubbed out and aired before smoking. Aimed at smokers seeking an unflavored Virginia/Perique blend who are used to high-intensity blends.