piipputupakka
Piipputupakka is the Finnish term for tobacco intended for pipe smoking. The word combines piippu, meaning pipe, and tupakka, tobacco. In Finnish usage, piipputupakka generally refers to loose-cut pipe tobacco rather than cigarettes or cigars, and can denote blends designed to be packed into a pipe and smoked slowly.
Typical piipputupakka is cut to a coarse or medium consistency to promote even burning and ease packing.
Use and preparation: Piipputupakka is intended to be packed into a pipe, lit with a match or
History and context: In Finland, pipe smoking has a long tradition, with piipputupakka sold by tobacconists
Health and regulation: As with other tobacco products, piipputupakka carries health risks, including cancer and cardiovascular