The Helmet

The Helmet is a member of the Viking Collection series bearing Per G. Jensen's name, and records describe it as appearing black throughout, bringing together three distinct types of cavendish. Alongside Virginia cavendish, it uses rustica and Katerini oriental leaf darkened by the cavendish process. As a result, unlike classic cavendish tobaccos, the blend relies on the sweetness produced by heat processing rather than a top-note flavoring.

Rustica lends the blend an earthy, herbal body along with pronounced fullness, while Katerini, despite being darkened, retains part of its oriental character, providing light sweetness, measured spice, and an even burn. It suits smokers seeking a dark, full-bodied cavendish who choose tobaccos that don't lean on added flavoring.