Surbrug's Golden Sceptre

Surbrug's Golden Sceptre is among the Surbrug recipes Wilke carries with the widest leaf variety. According to the maker's recipe, two different Burleys, red Virginia, and long-cut Virginia are brought together, topped with Latakia. In the smoke, Cyprian Latakia's profile opens up, Burley carries the nutty, spicy body, the Virginias leave a fruity, tart edge, and Perique adds a subtle spice layer.

It's a complex record that stays in the medium strength band and burns cool and clean. It suits smokers who love unflavored blends and want Latakia and Burley balanced together; due to its intensity, it's meant for particular sessions rather than repeated all-day bowls.