Customer Reviews (26 Total)
This needs an 8 oz tin
September 15, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Deep, rich and satisfying. This blend is a surprise! It took a bit for me to figure out what I was tasting, the first bowl was different and I couldn't quite tell what was going on. I tried it again on a cooler day and oh my, instant favorite. The fl... Read More
avor is very deep, its not harsh, and there is an exotic richness to it. At first I was apprehensive because I am not a fan of blends that are heavy on latakia, oriental and perique. This blend is so well done that none of them stand out as overpowering, they all work well together. I would recommend this to anyone that appreciates a full flavored smoke, you will be very pleased. Read Less
The MOST Underrated Tobacco Ever.
January 05, 2017
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Less spicy than Quiet Nights, more flavorful than Penzance, not so much the "punch in the face" as Star of the East Flake... ranks with any of those in terms of taste and quality. IMO. love this one
I need this in 8oz please!
September 23, 2020
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
This is one of C&D's best kept secrets. So smooth and delicious.
hiding jewel
September 26, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
By all means i completley agree with my fellow pipe-smokers who wrote very nice complementary reviews,SHF absolutely deserve 5 stars also i would rejoice if it would be available in bulk
Wait for the hype!
August 15, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
It seems like any blend that’s “too good to be true” certainly is and will vanish before you can try it. Do yourself a favor and try this before it becomes one of those blends.
Sit and smoke
August 30, 2021
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Boy this one is tied up. Tasty, herbal, tea from the Izmer, with Perique and Latakia adding just a touch of their signature jazz. Love it, will grow golden as time goes on.
Underrated
January 23, 2020
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Presentation: Mixed together with smaller pieces throughout the semi intact flakes come in different lengths and sizes and not one is alike to the other. Looks more of which someone took a crumble cake and fashioned it into slices. Further breaking a... Read More
part requires no effort and falls apart easily. Still, a unique presentation that I have yet to find in another blend. Moisture is a little more than usual out of the tin, but can be smoked right away.
Palette: The Latakia comes through first with a slightly smoky essence. Not a typical campfire strong latakia, but a rather sweet BBQ glaze with a little bit of charring. The orientals play a significant role next to the Latakia in the minor wood notes followed by a sour zest. These two combined create an almost creamy like mouthfeel you might attribute to a plain Greek yogurt. What is interesting with this blend is that even though it contains no Virginia components, it still retains a delicate sweetness that is noticeable throughout the smoke. The perique adds just enough spice on the retrohale. It is slightly prune and black pepper, an even mix with both never dominating the other. It has a somewhat savory essence to it too. Reminds me of the salt on the rim of a well done margarita. As you take sips, the salt gently soaks up some of the sweet liquid until you are finished. You take swipes with your tongue to the glass and it is sweet, sour and salty all at the same time.
Performance: You can either rub the flakes out and have medium sized pieces and layer them, or rub it out completely to have fluffy, even smaller sized pieces. Either way, the blend burns really well. Doesn't bite unless really pushed being that there are no Virginias to burn too hot. Nicotine is mild to me and even after a bowl I don't feel too much. Leaves a little dottle at the bottom along with some moisture. Requires about two false lights and one true light, with one relight, sometimes two. Not an all day blend, but some who fall in love can easily smoke this more than once a day, if a few bowls in a row.
Conclusion: A super underrated Balkan that I'm surprised is top tier in terms of quality and flavor. I suppose some pipe smokers may be hesitant to purchase this blend seeing that there is no Virginia leaf added to the blend and may assume that it is bold and heavy, but I think that what Sunset Harbor Flake does with the form factor, it melds the flavors together to give it a unique and rich, mildly complex, semi sweet smoke. I can usually smoke this blend two bowls in a row. I wish they would make this in 8oz or 16oz tins, as I would love to cellar this deep. For now, 2oz tins it is. Read Less
Sleeper
November 04, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Very enjoyable blend,subtle and smooth. Burns beautifully slow. To be savored to the end.
Tasty Blend...Excellent.
June 29, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Wonderful taste...sweetness that was unexpected...brilliantly blended. The flavor lingers on the palate for some time. Nothing harsh, yet bold. It reminded me in some respects of Pirate Kake, with a unique sweetness that sets this apart. Like others,... Read More
I hope this is sold in bulk soon. This is an exceptional smoke.
UPDATE: It's been an hour since I smoked half a bowl...I can still taste the sweetness in my mouth...amazing... Read Less
The best
February 28, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Simply one of the best tobacco's out there in my opinion. I really wish it came in bulk or 8 oz tin.
Great smoke
January 15, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
I bought this blend out on whim because I wanted to try something different and not one of the higher ranked blends. I smoked this blend in my Parker 591 Jockey Club and man was I impressed! The overall flavor is great and it’s truly a good sunset sm... Read More
oke. It was very creamy and rubbed out great. My tin was from mid-2018. It turned into a great ash white. No tongue bite and very smooth! This is truly a hidden gem and could potentially be a great all day smoke. Give it a try for yourself! Read Less
diamond in the rough
July 02, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
In a sea of big, bold, balkan style blends out there, this is an easy smoking - richly flavored blend. Not overly complex, but easy to rub out, lights easily, and delivers the flavors you are looking for
Can’t get enough
January 17, 2023
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
I absolutely love this blend. I was so surprised how much I loved it. When I got my first tin I couldn’t get enough of it. I smoked it solely until it was gone and then ordered more. To me the orientals are the frontman and the Latakia is the rythme ... Read More
section and the perique adds a sweet melody here and there. If you like Balkan blends, I highly recommend giving this a try. Read Less
very nice!
November 19, 2022
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Tin note of tangy fruit, smoky, and mild spice. Tobacco flakes rub out super easily. The dark brown flakes need no drying. Burns slow with a few extra relights. The strength is medium and nic is mild to medium. No flavoring detected. Taste is medium ... Read More
to full and consistent, with notes of smoky, raisin spice note, lemon zest, musty sour wood, dry earth, floral, mild tart plums, mild sweet grass, mild bitter herbs and a moderately peppery retro. Latakia and Izmir are tag teaming the lead, with perique providing support. Room note is tolerable to strong, and aftertaste is great. Read Less
First Tin Top 5 2nd bottom row/ Update what happened
September 07, 2022
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
I heard about this blend over and over on Pipe and Tamper podcast so finally I just added one to a shipment a while back just got a wild hair and opened it. I have got to say WOW the blending and melding of these tobaccos is sublime. I agree with eve... Read More
ryone else get the lead out and start producing at least 8 oz tins! This blend is a good Balkan with a Great twist. {Update}I hope this was a flute of my taster but on the 2nd tin of this I was not impressed had maybe 2 bowls that tasted great and the rest had a fairly bad taste either it wasnt blended correctly or I was having issues but everything else I had over the couple days of smoking this tin was fine.......2nd Update the 2nd tin down and it was awful no idea what happened I have 2 more in cellar but will likely be a long time before I go back such a swing in taste I hope it was just a bad tin but lost my love for this blend after forcing my way through a bad tin. Read Less
Muy buen tabaco
June 30, 2022
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Acabo de descubrir este tabaco y ya pedí más. Es un tabaco fácil de fumar con muchos pliegues de sabor. Muy recomendable.
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Holy Toledo! This blend is firing on all cylinders. Beautiful broken flake. Perfect moisture. Burns and smokes amazing. Deep levels of flavor. Can't believe I haven't heard much about this blend. Knocks the socks off hyped blends like plum pudding. T... Read More
his stuff is a real joy to smoke. Read Less
Lighter alternative to Nightcap, but definitely an evening smoke
May 15, 2022
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
This is a really nice, smooth blend. The tin description prepares you for a full-bodied, sip-don't-pull experience, and Sunset Harbor is a full tasting blend. But it's also more comforting for me than Nightcap and a bit smoother. It packs and burns v... Read More
ery nicely, too, needing few relilghts. For me, it is a last bowl of the day. Read Less
Under the Radar
May 03, 2022
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
This blend doesn't get much exposure, but it should. It's rich and smoky without being too overbearing. It burns well and grnerates a good deal of smoke with a good mouth feel.
If you like English blends, try this one. It's rich without any ingredien... Read More
t being too far forward. Read Less
Hated it..
January 02, 2021
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
I don’t think I’ve ever left a 1 star review.. maybe I got a bad tin?? Either way, this tasted so terrible, I tossed it. This will probably make some enemies, lol.. but it truly was terrible
Better with age
May 22, 2020
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
I did not care for this blend initially, I preferred GL pease Westminster, and kramers father Dempsey, but after about a year of age, this blend is phenomenal. Surprisingly sweet and tangy, slightly spicy, with some smokiness. I’m definitely stocking... Read More
up on this one. Read Less
Creamy and smooth
November 15, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Has an easy to work with flake that literally crumbles in your fingers and is a creamy and smooth smoke. Lovers of light English blends should give this one a try.
Great Afternoon English
August 16, 2019
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
This balkin blend is truly a go to for me and i am excited to buy more tins to cellar. Jeremy Reeves hit this one out of the park with this perfect afternoon balkin style blend.
Pelican Copy?
November 22, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Never tried the elusive Butera Pelican but this blend has the same components. Balanced mild to medium English.
Nice tin
September 20, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Nice tin
Yet Another Winner
January 09, 2018
Product: Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
As I purchased all the aged C&D blends at a local b&m shop one by one, the supply was getting low and I had to sunset harbor flake and rajahs court. I can say with zero reservations that both blends age to perfection and are incredibly delici... Read More
ous. Sunset harbor may be more gentle on the palate, but it packs a serious flavor punch, and that's really no surprise considering it's something of a rarity, with no Virginia or Burley and all Latakia, izmir and perique. At first I thought maybe there was an error in what I was reading, but upon cracking the tin open I feasted my eyes on broken flakes of near jet black color, and only the very occasional speck of brown. The tin aroma is an intoxicating work of art in and of itself, and I had to make a visible effort to break away and pack my first bowl. There's an almost fruity, almost rumlike aroma mixed together with a soft smoky sweetness of Latakia. I cannot wait to try this blend fresh, because after four years of aging the Latakia has softened noticeably, but dont let that deter you if you come across an aged tin. The aroma translates well into flavors, and the izmir is a real star here, as is usual when aged. Sipping your pipe will reward you with even more flavor, so even considering how gentle it is on the palate I'd heartily recommend taking it slow to extract every morsel of flavor out of this blend. On a final note, while I agree that SHF is a gem if a blend, it's hard to compare it directly to Penzance . I would definitely try both! Read Less
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