Manufacturer Description:
Happiness, contentment… With a smile of quiet satisfaction, the gentleman in the picture strolls along, enjoying a pipe filled with this colorful blend of Virginia and a smaller proportion of Black Cavendish. The relatively short cut ensures a good burn and a cool, smooth smoke. An intriguing flavor profile featuring ripe fruits—including elderberries and apricots—lends a distinctive touch to both the taste and the room note.
Characterisation:
True to the series, Sunday Best comes packaged in a rectangular black tin. The plastic pouch inside is heat-sealed and bears the coat of arms of the town of Lauenburg. Consequently, once opened, it is best to transfer the tobacco to another container if you wish to store it airtight. The tobacco features a loose, broad, and relatively long cut. Light and medium-brown hues predominate, though darker strands are also present. Its sweet aroma is pleasantly reminiscent of freshly sliced apples. As Sunday Best retains some residual moisture, it should be allowed to air-dry slightly before packing the pipe.
Plugging:
Once pre-dried, the Sunday Best is relatively easy to pack, despite its long, curly cut. Provided the pipe is not too small, you can simply fill it by starting loosely at the bottom and finishing with gentle pressure towards the top.
Light up:
Sunday Best is also easy to light. If packed into the pipe without being overly moist, the initial flame prepares the surface well. After smoothing the tobacco with a tamper, a second flame allows you to get the fill glowing evenly.
Smoking properties:
Sunday Best spreads richly across the palate and is surprisingly spicy and smoky for an aromatic tobacco—qualities stemming from the roasted notes of the Virginia leaf. When smoked cool and exhaled through the nose, a hint of perfume becomes perceptible. However, this should not be confused with the intense flavoring found in certain Irish tobaccos; the casing actually comes across as remarkably natural. The flavor is less about the apple flesh itself and more about the tart, tangy freshness of its skin. As is common with many aromatics, the tobacco may require the occasional relight. Otherwise, Sunday Best smokes without issue, leaving behind only a little light-colored ash—and a lingering apple note on the palate.
Redolency:
Since Sunday Best features a sweet flavoring, this note also carries over into the room aroma. While consideration for non-smokers is naturally a given, this tobacco should not prove particularly intrusive, even to more sensitive noses.
Conclusion:
The predominantly light, curly-cut tobacco has the scent of fresh apples. Sunday Best is easy to prepare. While smoking it requires a bit of attention, this is well within the capabilities of even an ambitious beginner. The flavor profile is rather understated, with the Virginia tobacco taking the lead through notes of spice and toasted bread. When smoked at a measured pace, however, a fresh, tart quality reminiscent of apple peel emerges. This blends with a hint of Irish perfume, making Sunday Best a suitable choice even for beginners looking to explore this style of traditional tobacco. All in all, Sunday Best is an unusual yet approachable tobacco that is perfect for any occasion.
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