R.J. Reynolds George Washington Cut Plug

It's too bad this hasn't been made in the last forty years. The last time I saw it for sale was in early 1975, and the first part of this review is for the 1970s production. It has a sweet molasses taste reminiscent of Carter Hall, along with some earth, wood and nutty notes, but it's a little stronger than CH with a mild sharpness, though it doesn't bite. It does sport a couple rough edges, so I recommend a sipping pace if you ever can lay your hands on this blend. I don't believe there's a touch of red Virginia in here, but there's a little tangy note here that is reminiscent of what RV does. It also has a slight spice hit. The Virginia is a background player, and is slightly citrusy and grassy. The nic-hit is mild. Burns a tad slow, but well, with a very consistent semi-sweet, slightly savory flavor. Leaves little moisture in the bowl, and needs an average amount of relights. Has a pleasant after taste. An all day smoke. Three stars.

In older versions, the cut of this blend was thicker and coarser, much like today's Edgeworth Ready Rubbed Match. That burned slower than the later ribbon cut (see above paragraph), and was a mite less sweeter, and a tad more savory and woody. It was also a little stronger and rougher. Those versions get two stars.

-JimInks