Chateau Henri No. 8

Chateau Henri No. 8 is a classic English mixture in which dark red Virginia leaves from North Carolina's Salem region are combined with red Kentucky and Turkish tobaccos, rounded out with some Latakia. The maker describes the blend by its smoky taste; because the proportion of dark leaf is high, it is a heavy structure in both color and body.

The Virginia and Kentucky base gives sweetness and fullness together, while the Oriental leaves add dry spice and Latakia adds a smoke layer. Nicotine and flavor intensity sit above medium. It suits smokers accustomed to full-bodied mixtures containing Latakia who are seeking a substantial blend for the end of the day.