4th Generation - 2012 Anniversary Blend 275 gram

The 2012 Anniversary Blend by Erik Stokkebye 4th Generation commemorates an important milestone:
130 years since the Stokkebye family's tobacco‑making tradition began.
It also celebrates the founding year of the 4th Generation brand itself (established in 2012). [tobaccoreviews.com]

This blend was created to reflect the Stokkebye family's heritage of producing refined, traditional pipe tobacco mixtures.

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Blend Composition

The 2012 Anniversary Blend is composed entirely of mature Virginia tobaccos pressed and sliced into flake form. [tobaccoreviews.com], [smokingpipes.com]

Leaf Components

• 100% Mature Virginia leaf
  – Offers natural sweetness, citrus brightness, and grassy/bready notes. [tobaccoreviews.com], [70cigars.com]

Flavoring

• Subtle pear flavouring for mild sweetness without overpowering the leaf.
  – The pear note is delicate and often described as natural, lightly fruity, and enhancing overall richness. [tobaccoreviews.com], [smokingpipes.com]

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Smoking Characteristics

• Cut: Flake (medium‑brown flakes that rub out easily) [tobaccoreviews.com]
• Strength: Medium [smokingpipes.com]
• Flavoring: Mild, fruit/citrus (pear) [tobaccoreviews.com]
• Taste Profile:
  • Tart and tangy citrus
  • Fresh hay/grass
  • Bread and sugar notes
  • Mild pear essence in the background
    – These flavors remain consistent through the bowl. [tobaccoreviews.com], [smokingpipes.com]
• Room Note: Pleasant to tolerable (lightly sweet, slightly fruity) [tobaccoreviews.com]
• Burning Qualities:
  • Lights easily
  • Burns cool and evenly
  • Little bite unless pushed [tobaccoreviews.com]

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Intended Experience

The blend is designed to offer:

• A rich but refined Virginia-forward smoke
• A mild aromatic touch from the pear topping
• A balanced profile suitable for both enthusiasts and casual Virginia smokers
• Aging potential thanks to the natural Virginia composition and pressing process.