The Nurnberg brothers Friedrich and Heinrich Kapp, whose elegant Dublin tobacconist first opened for business in 1865 on Grafton Street, Dublin could scarcely have dreamt that they would participate in the birth of a legend.
Friedrich & Heinrich, who christened their shop simply 'Kapp Brothers', soon made a name for themselves making and selling quality Meerschaum and Briar Root pipes. It was not long before Charles Peterson, walked into Kapp Brothers Grafton Street premises armed with a revolutionary pipe and ambitious plans for the future.
There and then, Peterson suggested that the brothers go into partnership with him to turn his pipe dream into the world's dream pipe. They agreed and the company was renamed Kapp & Peterson. Kapp and Peterson went on to become Dublin's most fashionable and respected manufacturer and purveyor of fine smoking products. Pipe and cigar smokers would stroll down to the elegant premises for professional advice on the subtle nuances that determine a good handmade cigar or pipe. The Peterson brand was embraced by politicians, business leaders, sportsmen, artists and writers.
The skills and craft which Charles Peterson applied to his original invention are continued by the dedicated team of craftsmen at Peterson today. Whether as a gift for a friend or for your own personal use, you will appreciate the excellence of the Peterson range of cigars, tobaccos, pipes and smoking accessories.
Peterson's Luxury Blend is a delicious tobacco that would appeal greatly to vanilla lovers. There's enjoyment to be had by all and that's because the flavouring is not overpowering.
Inside the tin, you are greeted by an array of light browns to contrasting dark browns and black.
The aroma is fruity, with the vanilla and honey coming through to tickle and delight the olfactory senses.
The ribbon cut is easy to work with and packs into the bowl effortlessly. It smokes well and burns thoroughly down to a light grey ash.
Please note: Pipe used is for illustration purposes only.
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The smoke gives flavours of vanilla, citrus, spice and honey though this tobacco is not overly sweet.
It has a refreshing quality to it. In the blend are gold and orange Virginias, Black Cavendish and Burley which are skilfully combined with perfect quantities of casing and topping.
Strength: 3/5
Aromatic Taste: 3/5
Room Note: 2/5