Cigar Leaf, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia make up the leaf. Cigar leaf adds a fermented, earthy, leathery richness. Oriental (Turkish) leaf contributes dry, sour-sweet spice and a herbal, aromatic edge. Virginia tobacco lends a natural grassy, hay-like sweetness and gentle citrus tang that deepens with age.
How it tastes
Based on its makeup, L.J. Peretti Blend 500 tends to smoke earthy, leathery, fermented, spicy, herbal, sour-sweet, sweet, grassy and tangy. The community flavor profile above is drawn from real member reviews — the definitive picture of how it actually tastes.
Manufacturer
L.J. Peretti
Blend family
English
Leaf / components
Cigar Leaf, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia
Casing / flavoring
Unflavored (natural)
Availability
In production
FAQ
What does L.J. Peretti Blend 500 taste like?
L.J. Peretti Blend 500 generally smokes earthy, leathery, fermented, spicy, herbal, sour-sweet, sweet, grassy and tangy. Puffin’s community flavor profile shows the exact balance from member reviews.
What kind of blend is L.J. Peretti Blend 500?
It is a classic English blend — Virginias and Orientals married to smoky Latakia, made with Cigar Leaf, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia.
Is L.J. Peretti Blend 500 an aromatic?
No — L.J. Peretti Blend 500 is an unflavored, natural tobacco with no added casing.
Is L.J. Peretti Blend 500 still available?
Yes, L.J. Peretti Blend 500 is currently in production.
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