Description
Latakia Tobacco: A Rich Tapestry of Flavor
Flavor Profile: Smoky & Peppery
Latakia Tobacco, known as ‘Quartet’ in the Black Note collection, is celebrated for its rich, intense, smoky, and peppery flavor. This unique delight for the senses is achieved through the traditional Syrian Latakia process. It begins with sun-curing the tobacco, followed by a meticulous smoke-curing over controlled fires of fragrant wood and indigenous aromatic herbs. This process imbues the leaves with a robust and distinctive character, setting Latakia apart in the world of tobacco.
Historical Roots: The Birth of Latakia
The creation of Latakia tobacco is a tale woven into the fabric of the Ottoman Empire’s history in Northern Syria. Farmers, overwhelmed with surplus Oriental tobacco, stored their excess crop at home, planning to sell it the following year. During the winter, they warmed their homes with fires fueled by aromatic wood, inadvertently infusing the stored tobacco with a rich, smoky essence. This tobacco, named after the Latakia region in Syria, quickly gained popularity for its unique flavor and aroma, leading to the intentional smoke-curing of tobacco that we know today.
The Art of Aging Latakia Tobacco
The Journey to Perfection: Why Aging Matters
Latakia tobacco undergoes a lengthy aging process, often spanning an average of five years, to reach its peak flavor. This period of maturation allows the tobacco to develop a more complex and nuanced profile, much like fine wine. The wait is a testament to the dedication to quality, ensuring that each batch of Latakia offers a rich, peppery taste that is both unique and memorable.
The Double-Curing Method: Crafting the Flavor
The hallmark of Latakia tobacco is its double-curing process. It starts with sun-curing in sealed barns to reduce moisture, followed by smoke-curing over fires fueled by a blend of aromatic herbs and wood. This method not only preserves the tobacco but also enhances its flavor, creating a smoky and peppery profile that is unmistakably Latakia.
Origins of Double-Curing: A Happy Accident
The double-curing method has its roots in an accidental discovery by Northern Syrian tobacco farmers during the Ottoman Empire. With excess tobacco stored at home over winter, the leaves absorbed the smoky aromas from the open fires used for cooking and heating. This serendipitous process resulted in a tobacco with a rich, heavy taste and smoky aroma that was an instant hit in the markets. This success led to the intentional replication of the process, giving birth to the Latakia tobacco we cherish today.
We offer a range of strengths to match every preference:
Ultra Lights (Silver label)
Gentle, classic cigarette taste, ideal for those who prefer a lighter, smoother vaping experience, reminiscent of American Spirits orange, Marlboro Silver, or Salem Silver. Experience a smooth, subtle, and satisfying cigarette taste with our 20mg Salt Nicotine.
Lights (Gold or White label)
The balanced throat hit and flavor, perfect for those seeking a medium-intensity vaping experience, reminiscent of American Spirits yellow, Marlboro Silver, or Salem Gold. Our 30mg salt nicotine is perfect for a balanced throat hit and flavor.
Full Flavors (Red or Black label)
Robust taste, powerful punch, suited for vapers who desire a strong, full-flavored experience, reminiscent of American Spirits NAS Black, or Dark Blue, or Marlboro Red. For a robust taste, our 50mg salt nicotine delivers a powerful punch.
Premium Ingredients for a Superior Vaping Journey
Our Latakia Tobacco E-Liquid is crafted with a focus on purity and quality. The natural tobacco extract we use delivers an authentic cigarette flavor, reminiscent of traditional smoking. Our freebase nicotine, extracted from tobacco leaves, not only meets but exceeds EP/USP standards, ensuring a superior and clean vaping experience. This commitment reflects our dedication to providing a healthier, more natural alternative for vapers.
- Organic Tobacco Extract: Extracted flavors from organic tobacco leaves offer a rich and nuanced taste.
- High-Quality Freebase Nicotine: Our nicotine, derived from tobacco leaves, is exceptionally pure and surpasses EP/USP quality standards.
- Vegetable Glycerin (VG): We use USP Kosher Certified and FU certified VG, guaranteeing top purity.
- Propylene Glycol (PG): Our PG is of the highest grade, USP Kosher Certified, with a minimum purity of 99.7%.
- Purified Water: We incorporate the purest water in our e-liquids for a pristine vaping experience.
Note: Our Salt Nicotine variants include benzoic acid, crucial for enhancing nicotine protonation, solubility, flavor stability, vaping satisfaction, and throat hit, as well as extending shelf life.
The Artisanal Journey of Black Note’s Natural Tobacco E-Liquids
At Black Note, we infuse the essence of traditional winemaking and premium brewing into the crafting of our natural tobacco e-liquids. Our philosophy mirrors that of a master vintner or a renowned brewer, focusing on patience, passion, and the use of only the finest ingredients. This philosophy is the cornerstone of our process in developing Black Note’s authentic natural cigarette taste of our tobacco e-liquids.
Drawing inspiration from the Italian Slow Food Movement, Black Note emphasizes the importance of time-honored methods and natural ingredients in producing our e-liquids. We utilize genuine, organic tobacco leaves, steering clear of synthetic additives and chemically altered substances. This method guarantees a vaping experience that’s as authentic as it is enjoyable. To discover the details of our elaborate 9-step production process, please click here.
Embracing Healthier Vaping Standards
At Black Note, health and purity are paramount. Our Latakia tobacco E-Liquid is crafted without artificial flavors, sweeteners, or synthetic nicotine. We use Naturally Extracted Tobacco (N.E.T) to maintain the purity of the flavor and ensure a safe inhalation experience. Adhering to the highest safety standards, our products are free from harmful compounds like Diacetyl and Acrolein. This e-liquid offers a refined taste, providing a genuine tobacco flavor without the harmful effects of traditional smoking.
Learn More About The Latakia Tobacco
Latakia Tobacco Vaping Liquid – Our Most Popular Blend
Zero Percent Nicotine Products Disclaimer/Warning: While crafted with care, our zero percent nicotine e-liquids may contain trace amounts of nicotine. If advised to avoid nicotine, please consult your healthcare provider.
jacenpatchwork –
I actually got this one due to a shipping error, and i couldn’t be more thankful. After trying for awhile now to find something that was similar to what i’m used to smoking before i quit cigarettes, i was always a bit disappointed. I’ve smoked American Spirit Organic Cigarettes for the better part of 15 years, and nothing really hit that spot until the Latakia Blend. Its peppery flavor hits strong and tastes almost exactly like what i’m used to. This will be my go-to flavor from now on. This happy accident made my day!
Riker Good (verified owner) –
This juice as an exceptional smoky flavor, but has nowhere near the same throat hit as any of the others such as the American or the Kentucky. I like to add a little of this juice in to one of the other flavors to add the smoky flavor but also retain the throat hit.