Cornell & Diehl Carolina Red Flake Pipe Tobacco
Cornell & Diehl’s Carolina Red Flake Pipe Tobacco pays homage to the Old Belt tobacco region, offering a masterful flake blend crafted from select North Carolina-grown Red Virginias. With each harvest, the Carolina Red Flake line captures the natural sweetness, tangy complexity, and rich grassy depth of Virginia leaf at its finest—this 2024 edition taking richness and nuance to new heights through a unique selection of Red Virginia crops.
- Made exclusively from North Carolina-grown Red Virginias—no added flavors or casings
- 2024 edition features TA-22 Red Virginia (13.53% sugar), GA-JRL-19 Red-Orange Virginia (17.72% sugar), TBFO-19 Red Virginia (10% sugar)
- Crafted in flake form for slow, cool burning and easy preparation
- Medium strength and a balanced profile for both seasoned smokers and Virginia newcomers
- Flavor notes: hay-like grassiness, tangy sweetness, deep earth, hints of dried fruit and citrus
- Pleasant, bready aroma with a touch of natural spice; ideal for any time of day
This batch is especially prized for its high sugar content and intricate, naturally sweet character. Pressed, sliced, and tinned with care, Carolina Red Flake delivers bready richness, creamy smoothness, and vibrant top notes throughout the bowl. A slow-burning, satisfying smoke that rewards patience, it stands as a benchmark for American-made straight Virginia blends—perfect for those seeking pure tobacco character unconcealed by additives.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Components | North Carolina Red Virginias (three crop selections) |
| Family | Virginia |
| Cut | Flake |
| Strength | Medium |
| Room Note | Pleasant |
| Taste | Rich, creamy, sweet, complex with natural Virginia tang |
Summary
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Region: USA (North Carolina)
Strength: Medium
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Filler: Red Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Carolina Red Flake unique among Virginia blends?
It’s crafted entirely from select North Carolina Red Virginias, offering pure, unadulterated Virginia sweetness, tang, and grassiness—without added casings or toppings.
What are the flavor highlights of this tobacco?
Expect hay and grass up front, with layered sweetness (dried fruit, citrus), creamy body, and a light earthiness that deepens as the smoke progresses.
Is this tobacco suitable for beginners?
Yes—medium in strength and easy to enjoy, its pure Virginia flavor serves both new and seasoned pipe enthusiasts.
What is the cut style?
Flake—perfect for breaking or folding/filling, offering slower burns and enhanced flavor development.
How is the room note?
Pleasant and bready—a classic Virginia scent that’s agreeable for both smokers and those nearby.
Does it require drying time?
It smokes well straight from the tin, but letting it air briefly can accentuate sweetness and reduce relights.
Is the sugar content significant?
Yes—this edition features Virginias with high sugar content, contributing natural sweetness and smoothness without added flavors.
How should I store this blend?
Cellar in a cool, dark place for optimal aging. Aging deepens sweetness and smooths the naturally grassy and tangy elements over time.
| Selection | 2oz Tin |
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mitchdlot (verified owner) –
This blend is a perfect Virginia. Creamy, rich and bready. Not a lot of tang or sourness in any way like some virginias. A tiny bit of spice. It burns well with no drying time needed.
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