Samuel Gawith - St. James Flake

Samuel Gawith – St. James Flake

A Sophisticated Virginia-Perique Blend with Timeless Character

🌍 ORIGIN & HERITAGE

• Crafted in England by Samuel Gawith, a historic blender since 1792

• St. James Parish, Louisiana – Namesake homage to Perique tobacco’s terroir

• Traditional flake-cut – Pressed and aged for depth of flavor

👅 TASTE & FLAVOR PROFILE

• Primary Notes:

  • Sun-dried Virginia sweetness – Natural hay, citrus, and honey undertones

  • Spicy Perique complexity – Black pepper, dark fruit (plum/fig), and earthy richness

• Secondary Nuances:

  • Bready, malty undertones from pressed flake fermentation

  • Subtle tanginess balancing the sweetness

💨 SMOKING CHARACTERISTICS

• Strength: Mild to Medium (approachable yet nuanced)

• Nicotine: Moderate – Satisfying without overpowering

• Room Note: Woody-sweet with a peppery accent

🔥 BURN & TECHNICAL NOTES

• Cut: Flake (requires rubbing out or folding)

• Burn: Cool and even when properly prepared

• Moisture: Ready to smoke (Samuel Gawith’s signature medium moisture)

🎯 WHY THIS BLEND STANDS OUT

✅ Perfect Virginia-Perique balance – Sweetness and spice in harmony
✅ Aged flake richness – Depth beyond typical ribbon-cut blends
✅ Versatile – Ideal for all-day smoking or contemplative sessions

⏳ AGING POTENTIAL

• Improves with cellaring – Perique mellows, Virginias sweeten further

☕ BEST PAIRINGS

• Drinks: Black coffee, single-malt Scotch, or dry cider

• Time of Day: Afternoon or evening – Complements relaxed moments