Mac Baren Pipe Tobacco - Virginia No. 1 - 3.5 oz.

Mac Baren Virginia No. 1 – The Purest Expression of Virginia

First released in 1955, Virginia No. 1 has spent decades as a cornerstone of the Mac Baren catalog. It is a celebratory blend that focuses entirely on the bright, sunny character of high-quality Virginia tobaccos. For the purist who demands a clean, sweet, and refreshing smoke, this blend is an absolute quintessential.

The Composition

Virginia No. 1 is crafted using a selection of choice Virginia leaves from three different continents. The blend is defined by:

• Bright Yellow Virginias: These provide the signature "high notes"—citrus, fresh hay, and a sparkling sweetness.

• Pressed & Aged Leaf: The tobaccos are pressed into large cakes and aged to allow the natural sugars to marry, then partially rubbed out into a "Ready Rubbed" consistency.

• Subtle Casing: A very light, traditional Danish dressing is applied to enhance the natural honey-like sweetness of the leaf without masking its organic character.

The Smoking Experience

The aroma upon opening the tin is reminiscent of fresh-cut grass and wildflower honey. In the pipe, Virginia No. 1 is lively and crisp. It offers a distinct sweetness on the tip of the tongue, followed by a mellow, bready middle.

Because it is a "Bright" Virginia blend, it possesses a natural tang and a clean finish. The Ready Rubbed cut makes it incredibly versatile; it is easy to pack straight from the tin but retains enough density from the pressing process to ensure a long, steady burn.