Tobacco varieties that do not require fermentation: a description of the top 4 for Russia

Fermentation is the breakdown of sugars and starchy elements into substances with a simpler structure. This leads to a radical change in the taste and smell of raw materials, and also makes it less strong. At the same time, there are a number of varieties of tobacco that do not require fermentation. They contain a minimum amount of resins, esters and sugars. Therefore, it is enough just to dry them in the sun.

What is tobacco fermentation for

During this operation a number of chemical reactions are observed. After fermentation, a partial destruction of amino acids and pectin components occurs.This also applies to nicotine. As a result, melanoidins are formed, which give the fermented raw material a red-brown color. Qualitative transformations of esters and resins are also observed.

As a result of fermentation, the following changes are observed in tobacco leaves:

green tint disappears after drying;
replacing the fresh smell of grass with a more characteristic tobacco scent;
strength decreases;
flammability increases;
bitterness partially disappears;
smoke smell improves;
technological performance is improving - there is a decrease in moisture capacity and an increase in resistance to mold formation, an increase in the storage period.

Which tobacco does not require fermentation

There are a number of plant varieties that contain minimal amounts of sugars, esters and resins. Therefore, for use, they can not be fermented, but simply dried in the sun.

Burley

North and South America is considered the birthplace of the plant. The culture is grown in countries with arid climates - in particular, in Brazil and Mexico. Tobacco is characterized by the absence of sugar. Because the product does not need to be fermented.

Even without this process, tobacco acquires an unusual aftertaste and a pleasant smell. It may appear nutty, chocolate, caramel notes. The plant is characterized by yellow-golden leaves. Sometimes they become reddish.

Burley has a pronounced taste and high strength. Therefore, it is often added to mixtures for hookahs and cigarettes. Also this tobacco is suitable for pipe compositions.

Trapezonde 92

This variety grows well in the south. He needs a hot and long summer. The plant is actively grown on the Black Sea coast. It is also cultivated in the Krasnodar Territory. The plant is considered precocious. It contains a minimum of nicotine and has a moderate strength.

Tobacco has a pleasant aroma and excellent smoking properties. It is used in cigarette and cigar blends. Also, the composition is used as the basis for mixtures for tubes.

Samsun 85

This variety belongs to the Oriental varieties. The best plants are cultivated in Turkey. Oriental is characterized by a good fortress. Therefore, it can be grown in mixtures or on its own. A large amount of esters gives the substance a pleasant aroma and aftertaste. Samsun is characterized by slow smoldering.That is why it is popular among cigar lovers. Also, the raw material is suitable for hookahs.

Dubek

This variety cannot be fermented. It belongs to the Orientals. The composition can be used as a mono-product or included in various mixtures with other varieties. After drying naturally in the sun, the leaves turn yellow or reddish.

To obtain high quality raw materials, the leaves must be aged for 1 year. Tobacco does not contain a large amount of nicotine. It has a pronounced floral-honey smell and a pleasant aftertaste. The composition is suitable for hookah mixtures. It is often used for pipes and cigars. Also, raw materials are used for the production of cigarettes.

Features of storing such tobacco

Unprocessed tobacco can be stored in a variety of ways. To do this, you can do the following:

form leaves into bundles and keep in the cold;
fold the leaves into tight piles, tie with a thread and put in vacuum bags;
pack stacks of leaves into cardboard boxes and keep warm.

Product must be kept dry. Humidity parameters should not exceed 70%. In this case, the temperature regime should be + 8-15 degrees. In small quantities, chopped tobacco can be kept in containers made of natural materials - wood, leather or glass. Glass jars with airtight lids are considered the best option.

Cultivation and harvesting of raw tobacco have a number of features. However, there are many varieties that do not need fermentation.To prepare for use, it is enough to dry them in the sun. After that, tobacco can be used for the production of cigarettes, cigars, hookah mixtures.