Opulent and intriguing! Rich, smoky Cyprian Latakia and a variety of wonderful Oriental tobaccos set the stage for this blend. Lemon and Red Virginias provide support, while adding a hint of sweetness. Finally, just a touch of air cured leaf is added for a slightly fuller body. Caravan is full and exotic; rich and spicy. A classic Balkan style blend with a special touch.
Richer English and Balkan blends of this type are not a genre that rank among my favorites, but Caravan has the missionary zeal that sparks a conversion experience with every bowl. I believe Caravan contains more Oriental leaf than any of the other Pease blends, and what a remarkable presentation. There's a mouth-watering rich spiciness up front bound to the brisk smokiness from the Latakia. A combination of Virginias in small measure provide a little moral support.
Sometimes a pipeful of tobacco is a nice accompaniment while I read or write, but Caravan is not the pipe tobacco for that purpose. For me, smoking a bowl of Caravan is the experience. It asks for and receives my undivided attention.
Caravan burns nicely, remaining lit well, and produces generous amounts of smoke to savor. The big flavor does not bring palate fatigue or leave an after-taste.
Caravan has been around since Spring of 2001 and is from the G.L. Pease "Original Mixtures" collection.
