Solani 333: Festival

Solani 333 Festival is an aromatic blend in the Solani line from Hamburg-based Kohlhase & Kopp. The body is built from red and golden Virginia leaves along with two separate grades of black cavendish; a small amount of burley is added to keep the burn cool and carry the sweet topping. The coarse-cut ribbon structure gives a scent of plum, blackcurrant, and vanilla when the tin is opened. On the palate there's a light-to-medium fullness, dried-fruit flavors, and a creamy texture; it's noted to burn cool and even. Keeping the aromatic topping measured enough not to overwhelm the Virginia and cavendish base sets the blend apart from heavily flavored aromatics.