The natural sugar content and aromatic substances in the raw tobacco must be 100% harmonised for Virginia Flake to deliver the unique special experience that can only be found in this blend. To complete the blend a few different specially selected Burley tobaccos are added. The blend is pressed according to a time-honoured tradition. Flake tobacco is like fine wine: if nature’s raw materials are not allowed sufficient time to develop and mature the result is less than optimal. Virginia Flake is pressed with some of the finest flue-cured tobaccos available. A subtle, barely noticeable flavor is added, and the pressure works its magic to develop the sweetness inherent in the leaf.  Virginia Flake is obviously a flake cut and comes in a 1.75 ounce tin.