Fisherman's Love Black

The black-tinned member of the Fisherman's Love line, produced at Planta's Berlin facility, stands apart by placing a small proportion of Latakia inside an aromatic blend. Its base rests on sweet Virginia and black Cavendish leaf; here Latakia isn't used to build the blend's backbone but as a component laying a light smoke-and-wood layer under the sweetness. Reports indicate a small amount of vanilla scent is also applied on top. The cut is ribbon, and packing and burning cause no trouble.

Strength is light and flavor medium; it is a blend suited more to smokers who enjoy aromatic tobacco but want to add a bit of smoke and incense character than to those seeking nicotine. For those used to the heavy English character of Latakia-containing blends, it stays too sweet. It serves as a stepping stone for those considering a move from aromatics to English blends.