The Per Jensen Legacy Collection drifts into the world like a remembrance carried on sea air — four singular Danish-American pipe tobaccos, each born of heritage and affection. They are tributes to Per’s father, Per Georg Jensen, a man who once wore the proud uniform of the Danish Navy before leaving his quiet impression on the fraternity of pipe smokers. Now, under the careful hand of former Mac Baren Master Blender Per G. Jensen, and brought to life by the artisans of Cornell & Diehl, these blends unfold not merely as tobaccos, but as stories — fragrant testaments to legacy, devotion, and the artistry of smoke.
Goes on sale Tuesday, September 2nd at 6:00 PM.
The following notes are addressed to the pipe smoker by the master blender of the Legacy Collection, Per G. Jensen and are included inside each tin. The notes for each blend start with “Dear Smoker” and end with “Happy Smokes, Per G. Jensen”…
King’s Watch
I sincerely hope you enjoy this Bright Virginia blend inspired by one of my father’s favorite mixtures. The front label features a photograph of my father in his Danish Royal Navy uniform. He was specially selected to serve aboard the Royal Yacht Dannebrog, which provided service to King Christian X and the royal family, including King Frederik IX, who was crown prince at the time. The handwritten text on this tobacco’s label, is a note from King Frederik IX, thanking my father for the pipes he sent for the King’s birthday.
Harbour Dreams
I sincerely hope you enjoy this Burley blend inspired by onbe of my father’s favorite mixtures. The photograph on this tin’s label is the building where my father served as an officer at the Copenhagen Harbour Authorities. Years later, the office moved to the building on the left side of the picture, and the original building became an ice cream parlor, where I often enjoyed a waffle and chocolate while waiting for my father to finish his shift. The handwritten text on this tobacco’s label, is a note from King Frederik IX, thanking my father for the pipes he sent for the King’s birthday.
Port Guardian
I sincerely hope you enjoy this delicious Red Virginia blend inspired by one of my father’s favorite mixtures. The front label features a photograph of my father in uniform during his 30-year tenure at the Copenhagen Harbour Authorities. After he began his own pipe factory, my father continued his post, working night shifts while making pipes during the day. The handwritten text on this tobacco’s label, is a note from King Frederik IX, thanking my father for the pipes he sent for the King’s birthday.
Brothers In Arms
I sincerely hope you enjoy this delicious Dark-Fired Kentucky blend inspired by one of my father’s favorite mixtures. The front label of this tin features a photograph of my father (third from the right) aboard the Royal Yacht Dannebrog along with the rest of his specially selected crewmates. The handwritten text on this tobacco’s label, is a note from King Frederik IX, thanking my father for the pipes he sent for the King’s birthday. King Frederick IX often sailed with my father and fellow servicemen aboard the Dannebrog when he was crown prince.
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