Enamel Sign Pig Tail Tobacco
Name/Title
Enamel Sign Pig Tail TobaccoEntry/Object ID
2025.1.732Description
Enamel sign advertising Pig Tail TobaccoContext
Pigtail tobacco is a traditional, dark, full-bodied tobacco, hand-spun into a rope (twist) from dark-fired Virginia leaves, known for its high nicotine content and used for both chewing and pipe smoking, often sliced into small discs for use. It offers a strong, oily, and spicy flavor, with versions like Black Pigtail being smoky and Sweet Rum Pigtail adding maple syrup for sweetness. Historically popular with miners and sailors, it's enjoyed by experienced smokers seeking a rich, potent smoke or chewCategory
Tobacco & Smoking