VA 309 is a cross between VA 312 and Lizard Tail Orinoco. It is often used in tandem with a blend of Burley and Flue Cured for creating a traditional European type cigarette. It is also widely used to make smokeless tobacco (snuss/dip) and as cigar filler.
Grown in Kentucky and Fire Cured, this tobacco leaf is fired at low heat. This results in and exceptional color. Once the color is achieved, the temperature is increased to higher temperatures to cure down to the the mid-rib of the leaf and darken further. You will find that this product possesses a smoky taste along with hints of roasted hickory, oak, or maple.
When it comes to scent you will notice the fire-cured aromas immediately along with notes of jerky and peppercorn.
tullius –
The pack I got is labelled Tennessee Dark Fire Cured, so that’s what this review covers. The KY fire cured listed should work the same. Perfect case for shredding out of the pack and lovely smokey aroma. When blended 50/50 with Dark Air Cured and properly processed it makes an excellent american style dip/snuff similar to Grizzly/Copenhagen. Will definitely be ordering more. Very recommended.
Ruffseas –
Great tobacco! Dense full bodied smoke. Hints of autmn campfire, finishes with a touch of hickory. Excellent stand alone smoke. Very smooooth. Good puffer. Will be in my future purchases.
NdaCloudzZ (verified buyers) –
Excellent tobacco! I like my RYO a little on the smokey side, so 3/4 dark and 1/4 bright gives me the perfect smoke!
AviramDayanDreaMelodiC (verified buyers) –
I personally really like it as a flavor, for me it is top 1,
together with Virginia Bright + Lemon + little Threshed Maryland 609.