noun
- A dark, strong tobacco grown in Louisiana, known for its distinctive flavor and aroma.
Usage: Often used in pipe tobacco blends and premium cigars.; Named after the St. James Parish region in Louisiana where it is traditionally cultivated.
Examples
- Perique tobacco is prized by pipe smokers for its rich, spicy character.
- The blend contains a small percentage of perique to add depth and complexity.
- Louisiana perique has been cultivated since the 18th century.
- Many premium tobacco blends feature perique as a key component.