G. L. Pease Ashbury

Ashbury is one of G. L. Pease's Latakia-heavy blends in the Balkan style. Cyprus latakia and a notable proportion of Oriental leaf are placed over a Virginia body; according to the producer's own comparison, the Orientals in this blend are sharper and more upfront than in Abingdon. This structure makes the blend less a smoky-layer mixture than a Balkan mixture led by a spicy, tart Oriental layer. Records note its availability on the market varies.