Vogel's Tabakstube Der Block

Der Block is one of the signature house blends from the German tobacconist Vogel's Tabakstube. It is prepared from dark Virginia, Kentucky and Perique leaf and sold as a 100-gram plug. The block is pressed relatively firm and is prepared by slicing and rubbing out. The dark Virginia leaf carries a honey-like sweetness; the Perique adds a tangy, plum-like note that becomes more pronounced as the bowl progresses. The Kentucky thickens the body, bringing a spicy, walnut-like dryness. The mixture is unflavored, gives light-to-medium body, and shows no tendency to bite.