Cornell & Diehl: Interlude 2oz Pipe Tobacco

My tin had 2 years age. It had sweet dark bread notes and just a hint of honey. Well worth aging a few.

This is really good. I find the reds deep and flavorful. Lots of bread notes and some wood. With age this blend smooths out and the flavors become more pronounced. If you enjoy Red Virginia blends, this is one to try.

This flake keeps the smoker interested until the bottom of the bowl. The virginia tobacco is interesting on its own, with the addition of honey makes this tobacco shine. The honey adds a pleasant tingling sensation on the tongue and adds depth of flavor. I also highly recommend the light virginia version!...Read More

After trying Carolina Red Flake I went looking for a good replacement that was in regular production. This one is quite good, but not quite everything I was hoping for. The flavor is excellent, if a bit too mild. The honey casing has smoothed the rougher edges, but has also toned down the flavor. I can't expect this to live up to the lofty flavor heights of Carolina Red Flake, but it did leave me wanting just a bit. A very good flake, but not quite as great as I want it to be....Read More

Delightful smoke. Interlude has the expected Virginia bready note, with citrus, and darker fruit like fig. The honey adds a hint of extra sweetness in the background and is a nice compliment to the Virginia. It's a bit moist, so dry time will be needed. Doesn't bite or get too hot for a Virginia. Highly recommended....Read More

Man, I am on one heck of a VA kick. I am very happy that I purchased this to give it a try. A naturally sweet red VA that is top shelf leaf enhanced with a light touch of honey (seriously light, you can hardly tell it was topped). the retro hale is where I pick up the honey. It really is an amazing smoke that was very well made.. nice thin flakes that break up and smoke beautifully...Read More

Like sucking on a hard lemon tart candy made with a tiny drop of honey, Interlude strikes me as bright, tangy and citrusy acidic in a delicious way. It has a rough edge to it as though it's always threatening to bite but never quite does. The honey is more of a mild nuance that quietly compliments the tangy virginia. I'm really surprised at how much I ended up liking this. There's something strangely appealing about Interlude and I plan to order a few more tins. I imagine this pairing perfectly with iced tea or lemonade on a hot summer day. Not an all day smoke for me, but a welcome respite from my usual blends. Recommended....Read More

When I want a tinned straight Virginia that's sweet but not boozy, I reach for this now.

From the first puff I was hooked. An exceptional red Virginia, beautiful subtle sweetness with a touch of honey buying more

It tastes toasted. Like slightly burnt toast. The honey you get is mostly in the upper back of your throat and like an aftertaste. It’s pretty good, maybe just a bit too bright for my taste.