Dark fired Virginia leaf spun into a thin rope known as pigtail this particular version is then treated to the addition of maple syrup for extra sweetness.  Full bodied with a big nicotine content this will appeal to the experienced smoker looking for a full flavour tobacco. Twist and Rope tobaccos have a double purpose. In the 19th & 20th century smoking was prohibited in the pits so the miners would chew the tobacco to release the nicotine. Nowadays experienced and curious pipe smokers slice it up and mostly smoke it in their pipes. The Summary... Gawith Hoggarth Extra S Brown Pigtail Pipe Tobacco Contents - Virginia Flavouring - Maple Syrup Cut - Pigtail Tasting Notes... Strength - Very strong Flavouring - Maple Syrup Taste - Full Room note - Tolerable to strong Packaging... We carefully weigh and pack all our loose pipe tobaccos to order. If you request a 1 x 25g pack or 2 x 25g packs, you will receive this in a branded non-resealable tobacco pouch clearly labelled with its contents. If you request 3 x 25g packs or more you will receive your tobacco in a convenient resealable air tight bag ensuring optimum freshness, also clearly labelled. Orders for 20 packets i.e. 500g will be dispatched in the manufacturer's original, unopened packaging.