Clan Original

Clan Original

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Fourteen tobaccos meet in a remarkably intricate blend, revealing shifting layers of sweetness, spice and aromatic warmth.

14-Tobacco Blend Aromatic Mild Strength Complex Blend
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About This Product

Clan Original is a distinctive Danish aromatic pipe tobacco built around an unusually complex mixture of 14 different tobaccos. Among the documented components are Virginia, Burley, Kentucky, Maryland, Oriental/Turkish and Perique, together with Cavendish and Black Cavendish. 

Despite that elaborate recipe, Clan is relatively mild in strength. Natural tobacco sweetness, nuttiness, earthiness and spice mingle with softer Cavendish character and a restrained aromatic treatment, including a liquor-like note. The result is a multifaceted blend in which different elements emerge throughout the bowl rather than being dominated by a single flavour.

Formerly marketed as Clan Aromatic, the blend is now sold as Clan Original in a number of markets and is produced in Denmark by Scandinavian Tobacco Group.

AT A GLANCE

Country of Origin
Denmark
Style
Aromatic
Cut
Ready Rubbed
Strength
Mild
Weight
25 g
SKU
240085
Flavour Profile & Room Note

Flavour: Mildly sweet and notably complex, moving between natural Virginia sweetness, nuttier and earthier tobacco, gentle spice and darker Cavendish character. The aromatic treatment adds a subtle liquor-like sweetness without entirely obscuring the underlying leaf.

Room Note: Generally regarded as pleasant and distinctly aromatic, though individual perceptions naturally vary. Its room aroma is more noticeable than that of an untreated tobacco blend.

Smoking Character: Mild in strength, with mild-to-medium flavour intensity and a cool, relatively slow-burning character. Its unusually broad tobacco composition gives it more complexity than its gentle strength might initially suggest.

Blend Components & Topping

Clan Original is an unusually intricate aromatic mixture, reportedly combining 14 different tobaccos. Published descriptions identify Virginia, Burley, Kentucky, Maryland, Oriental/Turkish, Perique, Cavendish and Black Cavendish among its components. The precise recipe and proportions are not disclosed.  

  • Virginia: Provides natural sweetness and brighter tobacco character.
  • Burley & Maryland: Add body and a drier, nuttier foundation.
  • Kentucky: Brings darker, more robust character.
  • Oriental/Turkish & Perique: Contribute aromatic and spicy complexity.
  • Cavendish & Black Cavendish: Soften and sweeten the overall profile.
  • Flavouring: Mild-to-medium aromatic flavouring is documented, including a liquor/whisky character.
Preparation & Storage

Preparation

  • Clan Original is supplied as a loose, ready-to-use mixture and generally needs little preparation before packing.  
  • Gently loosen the tobacco after opening rather than compressing the strands further.
  • If it feels overly moist, allow a bowlful a short period of airing before packing.
  • Pack with a relatively light hand to maintain airflow through the varied strands.
  • After the initial light, tamp gently and relight as necessary. A steady, unhurried cadence suits the blend.

Storage

  • Keep the pouch firmly sealed between uses.
  • Once opened, an airtight glass jar is preferable for maintaining moisture over longer periods.
  • Store sealed tobacco somewhere cool and dark, away from heat and direct sunlight.
Delivery & Returns

We offer delivery options within Ireland, and to select international destinations. Delivery fees will be calculated at checkout, taking into account the items you select, and the delivery address. Learn more about our delivery options on our Shipping Information page.

If you change your mind after receiving or collecting your items, you can send them back for a refund or exchange. In line with consumer rights, we'll accept a return initiated within 14 days from when you received/collected your order. However, even if that has passed, you're still welcome to get in touch to discuss your options. Please note that certain items can only be returned unopened/unused – this includes consumables (e.g. cigars, bottles, pipe tobacco is sealed containers) and items meant for personal use (e.g. pipes). Learn more about our return policies on our Returns & Exchanges page.

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Please note that, unless specified otherwise at checkout, orders shipping outside of the EU may incur additional fees from customs authorities in the destination country. Where applicable, these will be due from the recipient on arrival.

ABOUT THE BRAND

Clan is a well-established pipe tobacco brand with Dutch roots. Best known for its signature Clan Original blend, the brand has become a familiar name among pipe smokers throughout Europe, particularly in the UK, where it remains one of the leading pipe tobacco brands. What makes Clan particularly distinctive is its complex mixture of 14 different tobaccos from around the world – including Virginia, Burley and Black Cavendish – carefully combined to create a wonderfully aromatic character. With its long-standing reputation and traditional approach to blending, Clan remains a recognisable name in the world of pipe tobacco

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