Customer Reviews (19 Total)
Some men prefer Blondes.
August 30, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold 2oz
Long before I tried the much renowned Star of the East Flake, I was a fan of the Gold. But, they are quite different from one another to me. The Flake is obviously rich in Latakia, but while Gold has a fair amount, it is more of an oriental mixture. ... Read More
The Turkish is much more pronounced and there is probably a heavier dose of Virginia too. Overall, Gold is sweeter and lighter, but still packs a ton of flavors. I've bought both bulk and tins of Gold and found them both perfect for smoking, not needing any dry-time at all. Cornell & Diehl uses quality tobaccos and this is the sort of blend where they prove they know how to blend them. Honestly, I prefer this to the Flake (I know, blasphemy), but to my taste buds, this is more complex in the flavor department. It has a lighter quality to it that retains its complexity while being a milder all-day smoke. I love a heavy Latakia smoke like any fan would, but too much Latakia (the Flake boasts 50%) can be one-dimensional at times. Gold has a multifaceted flavor profile squarely in the Oriental/Balkan category. This is one I like to have on hand. If we were talking about women, I'd prefer a dark-haired beauty, but since we're talking about Star of the East, I think I prefer the Blonde. Enjoy. Read Less
Quite a bit of sweetness, some dried brown grass earthiness, with growing oriental zing, all melded over with mild Latakia, and hints of florals in the afterglow.
July 26, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
[Tin/bag - Little bit of new tire smell in the Latakia department. Some faintly sweet old shoe leather. Fine small ribbon cut and a good portion of dust in my bag as well. On the dry side but still ready to go.]
Tiny peppery spice tingle in the... Read More
nose and middle of tongue along with a little sweet leaning towards orange side of sweetness spectrum on false light, which continues on relight. Some dried brown grass/earth from ? red Virginias, all being melded over with very light Latakia playing along. Some small faint floral in the retrohale, and mostly in the nice after taste exhales before a puff. A little more zesty-jaggedy smooth than silky smooth that grows along the way, at times quite spicy over orangey sweet. Good amounts of smoke and fullness of mouth feel. About medium taste level.
Burns cool and behaves nicely with a few boost lights along the way. Little to no moisture at the end of bowl. A morning smoke for me today and could be enjoyable any time of day, as well as all day long. ◄6.5/10✠Skulls► Read Less
My new daily smoke
July 21, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
Bag note is straight leather and tobacco. This blend is better than any tinned tobacco I have tried. Its sweet earthy produces lots of cool dry smoke.
Only problem is it's out of stock and I only bought 2 oz to sample.
By far the best smoke I've ru... Read More
n into yet Read Less
Good and Spicy
October 24, 2017
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold 2oz
This is a great English that makes the spicy orientals the star of the show. I don't really find it sweet so I disagree with that part of the description. Not much latakia but enough to detect it. Can be a little nippy if rushed but it's a pretty tam... Read More
e smoke for the most part. I will probably try aging some as I expect it will mellow out and be even better. Read Less
Reminds me of Westminster - Unstoved
March 02, 2020
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
Very bright and fresh. The Latakia is light and the VA is citrusy tart at first, then fresh and very grassy. The Orientals are up front; floral, a bit musty and incense like. This is Westminster - unstoved. It lacks the toasted depth of flavor and... Read More
caramelized sweetness that Westminster provides. Unstoved, the mixture is a bit sharp in flavor. 1-5: Nicotine 3; Body 3; Flavor 3 Read Less
Fragrant Orientals
October 25, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
A very fragrant bright blend that I would term a light Balkan. The hint of Latakia takes the backseat to fragrant Turkish orientals and grassy Virginia. I purchased this in bulk, and it was very dry and there were several stems. But that did little t... Read More
o distract from the pleasurable smoking experience.
I prefer the Gold to the original Star of the East. Read Less
My desert island blend
January 06, 2023
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
I can smoke this all day. IF I can smoke only 1 blend for the rest of my life, this will be it.
This blend pairs very well with coffee (with or without cream), whisky, or tea.
Finest Kind
July 16, 2021
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold 2oz
I love the original Star of the East. It's a fantastic blend. I got this on a whim because I love the original. I was not disappointed. I have a bit of T.A.D, so I don't often smoke the same blend over and over. I have been reaching for this for the ... Read More
past few weeks almost every time I fire up a pipe. It's sweet, smooth, and smokey. An all day smoke, for sure. Smokes cool, and has a really rich flavor. Milder than the original SotE, but still interesting enough to keep my attention. A delicious smoke. Read Less
My new go to
April 06, 2021
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
This is really good. I can smoke this all day. I liked Star of the East but the Gold is so much smoother. C&D has it going on.
Not what I thought it was
February 02, 2021
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
I bought this think it was a gold leaf version of Star of the East. It is NOT. A quality blend in its own right, but not one I'm likely to revisit.
Pleasant smoke
August 17, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
A nice mixture of leaf that gets better the deeper it gets in the bowl. Burns well, has flavor. Not one that's high in my rotation. I'll let this one sit in the cellar for a year and retry then
Edgey English
April 23, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold 2oz
Most C&D blends taste green or edgy to me, and this is no exception. I smoke it infrequently when I want some spice, and it always delivers. The mild sweetness comes and goes from the red Virginia, but peaks mid-bowl and then hangs out in the backgro... Read More
und for the remainder. The floral/fragrant aspect is very enjoyable to the palette and the nose. That back-and-forth interplay makes it interesting, but not particularly complex. Maybe it’s just the spice, but I would put this on the high side of medium strength of taste, while don’t get any nicotine at all until the end of a decent side bowl and even then it’s mild to moderate. Despite its intermittent sweetness, it is dry like a wine would be. What it lacks in depth it more than makes up for with distinct flavor. A definite occasional smoke for me, it has a place when I’m looking for what it offers. Not spectacular, but satisfying, and really hits the mark when I want it. Read Less
Dragonsmoke
February 23, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
First smoke of this blend fruit sweet subtle a well-done blend The Virginian is noticeable supporting beverage 12 year old blended whiskey the little water compliments the flavors of this blend
Yeah, it's good
October 02, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
Not a top ten English for me, but it is typical. All the right stuff, and good portions for a good English mix. Great buy for the price!
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold 8oz
This is one of my favorite tobaccos. It starts out being easy to light and keep lit, it has a pleasant room note and it don't bite. Much Smoke it quick and it will. Slow and enjoy, no bite at all. Try some, you won't regret it.
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold 2oz
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Harmonious blend
May 21, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
I love this blend. The presence of Latakia is a condiment that makes smoke smoother while maintaining balance. Oriental, Virginia is responsible for the body of the blend so it is filled with natural sweetness and various hints. A nice blend of pleas... Read More
ant aroma & taste. Please try it! And I want a Flake type Gold! Read Less
Balanced smoke
February 24, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
Sweet, mild, fragrant smoke with VAs being the main taste component. Good for relaxing on porch but lacks a punch if you are a Latakia maniac.
Nice Oriental Interpretation of a classic
January 11, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Star of the East Gold Bulk
The new Star of the East Gold is a very interesting interpretation of an old classic. But, indeed, it is a completely differnet blend. When smoking, not the Latakia is the most prominent note, the Orientals playing clearly the main role. Latakia give... Read More
s it a bit of smokyness, the Virginia is not very much tasteable, but gives this tobacco a good body and it burns very well. It's not overly heavy, but has body enough to keep it interesting. As most of the C&D Blends, it has less sweetness, but a dry and intense, quite boldf flavour. For a C&D Bulk Blend it has a remarkable elegance, and it will age for sure beautifully. Good stuff for Oriental lovers! Read Less
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