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. Available in 20mg Salt Nicotine for a gentle, yet satisfying classic cigarette taste.
Lights (Gold or White label)
Balanced throat hit and flavor, perfect for those seeking a medium-intensity vaping experience. Echoes the essence of American Spirits Yellow, Marlboro Silver, or Salem Gold. Choose our 30mg Salt Nicotine for a balanced and satisfying classic cigarette taste.
Full Flavors (Red or Black label)
Robust taste with a powerful punch, suited for vapers who desire a strong, full-flavored experience. Reminiscent of American Spirits NAS Black or Dark Blue, or Marlboro Red. Our 50mg Salt Nicotine mirrors the intensity of these red and black-label cigarettes, offering a robust and full-bodied vaping experience.
Salt Nicotine (Nicotine Salt):
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- Perfect for a more intense nicotine hit.
- Best used with Ultra-Low Wattage & Pod-Based Systems.
- Ideal for Mouth-To-Lung (MTL) Devices.
- Higher resistance coils (0.8Ω or higher).
- Recommended power level: Do not exceed 15 watts.
Premium Ingredients for a Superior Vaping Journey
Our 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.
- Natural Tobacco Extract: Extracted from organic tobacco leaves for a complex and satisfying taste.
- Freebase Nicotine: Sourced from tobacco leaves, exceeding EP/USP standards for purity.
- Vegetable Glycerin (VG): USP Kosher Certified and FU certified, ensuring high purity.
- Propylene Glycol (PG): Highest grade, USP Kosher Certified with a minimum purity of 99.7%.
- Purified Water: Used for a clean vaping experience.
- Benzoic acid: A key additive in nicotine salts, lowering the solution’s pH to enhance nicotine protonation, solubility, flavor stability, vaping satisfaction, and throat hit while 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.
Brian A (verified owner) –
Closest thing to a real cigarette as you can possibly get. Best flavor hands down. Smoky tobacco flavor is all I can say! Excellent job black note!
CaptainBartlett (verified owner) –
Wow, this sends me to another place and time. So exotic and dreamy. Love it.
Conor Oncken (verified owner) –
Excellent smoky flavor. I mix about 20% of my older, supposedly “tobacco” flavored salt juice from a different company in and it reminds me of the flavor of smoking a pipe. Which I really used to enjoy.
Ben Jenkins (verified owner) –
Glad they finally released this flavor as a salt. I use a mix of about 1/4 Menthol with 3/4 Latakia, and it’s pretty perfect. But it’s a great flavor on its own, I just prefer to undercut the smokiness and spiciness with a little cool minty undertone.
Vassiliki Flenga (verified owner) –
Love Latakia!
danielvail024 (verified owner) –
First time trying Latakia. It is a smokey and peppery vape, exactly as black note’s description says it is, but it is not over bearing. The throat hit was surprisingly smooth. It’s aroma was woodsy, like the tobacco leaves were dried under different kinds of wood chips for a period of time. It’s flavor was similar but not as bold, and I didn’t taste any sweetness. For me, I could smoke Latakia all day. It has familiar aroma, slightly similar to a cigarette. All in all, Latakia is very good! Definitely recommending Black Note!
Cynthia Luks (verified owner) –
I am a huge fan of Latakia 50/50 and add my own nic for a harder throat hit being a seasoned vaper. I wished I tried these salt nics before buying 2. Just doesn’t taste like the regular version, far from. Maybe I can give them away since I can’t get a refund.
Jared Feldman (verified owner) –
I usually go with Black Note’s Burley salt (and have also tried Virginia and Cavendish), but wanted to try something different- Latakia turned out to be an enjoyable flavor that is bold and spicy without being too overpowering, with almost a slight fruity quality to the aftertaste. While, for me, it might be a little too intense for daily use, I recommend it to those who are looking for a truly smoky nic salt (and I find myself warming up to it more over time).
hadi ardestani –
It was great. Taste was smoky and good. It was very smooth. Didn’t hurt my throat. Highly recommend it.
Duane Carter (verified owner) –
This might be the last time I order from Black Note. I love the company & their juices, but my past 2 orders arrived looking black. My last order was 2 bottles in the White Note line & I loved them, but I had to stop using it since it would end my coil in less than a day. That was going to be my last order, but I got tempted to try out Lakita since it’s new to nic salts. Once again, it arrived too dark & clogs my coils. I’ll probably be tempted again sometime in the future since this is the only place with accurate tobacco flavors, but as of now I’m sick of being disappointed from running through my coils.
Lakita 30mg
Device: Dovpo Suicide Mod AIO
Coils: Uwell Caliburn G – 1ohm MTL & Vaporesso GTX – 1.2ohm Mesh