Samuel Gawith - Hoggarth Kendal Dark

Samuel Gawith - Hoggarth Kendal Dark

A Bold, Traditional English Twist-Cut Pipe Tobacco

🌍 Origin & Craftsmanship

• Manufactured in England by Samuel Gawith & Co. (est. 1792)

• Blend Type: Aromatic twist made using traditional Lakeland methods

• Tobacco Components:

  • Dark-fired Kentucky leaf (for depth and strength)

  • Virginias (for natural sweetness)

• Special Process:

  • Pressed, twisted, and sliced into thick-cut ribbons

  • Unique Lakeland-style topping (rum/tonquin-like essence)

👅 Taste & Flavor Profile

• Initial Light: Earthy, smoky notes with a touch of molasses sweetness

• Mid-Bowl: Leather, dark cocoa, and spice emerge

• Final Third: Robust, woody with a lingering fermented fruit undertone

• Unique Character:

  • Distinctive Lakeland aroma (floral/rum-like)

  • Balanced sweetness despite its boldness

💨 Smoke Characteristics

• Strength: Medium to Full (rich and satisfying)

• Room Note: Earthy, slightly floral with a hint of spice

• Moisture Level: Slightly moist – benefits from brief drying

• Burn Quality: Slow and cool when properly packed

🏆 Why It Stands Out

• One of the darkest Kendal twists available

• Less heavily topped than other Lakeland blends

• A favorite among traditional English pipe smokers

🛒 Reasons to Try It

✅ Authentic English heritage – made the same way for over 200 years
✅ Perfect for experienced smokers seeking a bold, nuanced smoke
✅ Unique Lakeland character without being overpowering
✅ Great for aging – deepens in complexity over time
✅ Ideal for cooler weather – a warming, robust blend

🎯 Best Enjoyed When...

• Seeking a strong, traditional smoke

• Paired with dark spirits (whisky, rum, porter)

• Smoked in a dedicated pipe (Lakeland aroma can linger)

☕ Perfect Pairings

• Drinks: Single malt Scotch, black coffee, or stout beer

• Food: Dark chocolate, aged cheese, or smoked meats

"Hoggarth Kendal Dark offers a rare taste of historic English pipe tobacco – a robust, smoky twist with just a whisper of Lakeland’s legendary floral touch."