NOT FOR THE FEINT HEARTED!! (You have been warned) The Samuel Gawiths Black Irish XX is produced from very strong, dark leaves, which are fired and cooled under pressure to turn it thick black. The cooking process in the Black Twist removes some of the stronger tar and nicotine elements, which produces a less intense smoke than the brown twist but is still has a strong harsh flavour and wouldn't be recommended for the beginner. The XX gives a clue! It is even stronger than the standard Black Irish (You have now been warned twice)
You may wish to mix the Black Irish with other tobacco's to appreciate the flavour rather than smoking it on the rocks.