Rattrays Highland Targe Pipe Tobacco (Loose)

• Type: Pipe Tobacco (Loose)
• Cut: Ready Rubbed
• Blend: Virginia, Black Cavendish, Latakia
• Flavour: Light aromatic (subtle topping)
• Strength: Medium

Highland Targe walks the line between aromatic and traditional English — a firm handshake between Latakia and Black Cavendish, softened by a quiet touch of sweetness. Blended in Germany to Rattray’s original Scottish philosophy, it offers complexity without pretension.

The cut is ready rubbed, easy to fill and light, making it a dependable choice for everyday use. The base is Virginia, with just enough Latakia to give it a smoky edge, while the Cavendish lends a hint of softness. There’s a faint topping — something dark and stewed, maybe plum or prune — but it keeps well in the background.

Smokes cool, and develops nicely down the bowl. It’s the sort of mixture you could enjoy beside a loch, watching the mist roll over the hills. A good one for those who enjoy a touch of Latakia but don’t want to be bowled over by it.