Customer Reviews (38 Total)
A must have for any English lover
February 01, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
If you rate this blend anything less than 5 stars you are only admitting your lack of a palate. Perhaps just inexperienced. This is one of the most finely tuned blends on the market. Preparation is the labor of love. You can't rush perfection. I foun... Read More
d slicing the plug in 1/8" slices. Then turn them on their side and chop them around 3/16" so you have a nice even cube like chop. Rub it apart and dry for maybe 10 minutes. Pack medium and give it a char. Pack it more firmly and with your Czech tool pin, step some air holes straight down the center to open a little more draw and relight. You won't have to tamp again for 20 minutes. The blend is like a roller coaster offering great complexity around every corner. So smooth, so tasty. Read Less
Greg Pease is a Genius!
January 27, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Mr. Pease you've done it again. This is superb! Popped the seal and I'm in an auto garage with classic Minis and MGs. I get leather and wood and engine grease. What a unique profile! Its sublime! What a fitting name: Spark Plug! (Absolutely love... Read More
the tin art!!!) The plug cut is magnificent: Beautiful black, rawhide and straw perfectly pressed and presented. It's a joy to break apart and pack! The smoke is just as it should be: nag champa and cedar, an orange orchard off in the distance...musty hay bales in a wide open field; the firepit embers putt puffing their radiant aromas. I get something that shouldn't be there but adds another level of curiosity and delight: Roasted walnuts like Burley has donned the costume of one of the real players. Its brilliant. It's a fresh batch to boot which impresses me even more. I'm so happy I grabbed a tin to smoke now and slowly over the next weeks and if discipline allows, months... as well as a second one to grow and show its graduated character in a year or two. In fact I might have to order a few more to have a truly historic experience in the coming years! Well done! Read Less
The one I've been looking for
April 03, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
I'm a big fan of Gaslight...but it's rich like a death by chocolate desert. Not bad but a deep indulgence in a particular direction.
Take Gaslight, leave it in the driver's seat but ask a vanilla milkshake to ride shotgun in the passenger seat!
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I grew up on a farm and have always found Gaslight to have a "raw milk" note that comes through all the deep campfire smoke Latakia notes that I REALLY enjoy. Spark Plug is like taking that raw milk not and making a shake out of it....while pushing down the Wharf piling creosote notes just a bit while turning up the aged leather notebook notes at the same time. There's a "brown leather" note that comes through more in Spark Plug whereas Gaslight is more dark tar wharf piling. Those darker notes are still present of course but they are asked to ride parallel to lighter / sweeter elements in Spark Plug.
Gaslight and now Spark Plug are the only two blends I've ever felt compelled to "stockpile" and I'm definitely in for more on Spark Plug. Read Less
A Solid Plug
February 02, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
So far reviews have been split on this blend. I feel that some folks unfamiliar with plug cuts do not understand how to prepare it and smoke it. Traits of a plug cut - usually whole leaves are pressed together (yes this does include stems in most can... Read More
s), needs prepared with a knife which can be time consuming. Plug cuts aren’t for most people and I don’t prefer them but I found it hard to believe that GL Pease had put out a substandard product so I bought a can. The blend is excellent. Taste is subjective. Large amounts of Latakia leave an oily film in the mouth that can linger for many hours. Too much latakia in this for me but that may explain the ‘tar taste’ people have described. Gaslight is one of Greg’s most beloved blends and not my favorite of his. If I was marooned on a desert island with 100 cans of this I would still die a happy man. To each his own. The blend is exactly what it claims to be, a well rounded English plug with hints of leather and smoke. Be prepared to spend time slicing and dicing to acquire your desired consistency. Then dry what you have cut. Drying damp tobacco is essential or it will not stay lit. Leave it sitting on a wooden cutting board for however long it takes to get most of the moisture out. I usually pack my bowls the night before and smoke them in the morning or evening. Since my house is about 40% humidity this allows me to smoke the pipe with two flicks of a lighter It’s good folks. Don’t let the negative reviews fool you. Read Less
Another Winner
February 03, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
I agree with. Adam. This blend takes a bit of patience and know how. I think this is a rather interesting blend and worth the effort preparing it.
Tar ball taste
January 29, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
This tobacco belongs in a Auto garage..Tastes like tar, my Tin had a number of thick stems, needs to be shredded to be smoked. Nothing to like with this blend so I gave away this tin.
Needs some prep
January 27, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
I had to amend this review, I am having a terrible time getting this damn stuff to light and stay lit. I ended up fine shredding it with a knife, letting it dry out a little and still have a hard time. I would like to give it the benefit of the doub... Read More
t, but to be honest, I got so frustrated I threw it out. Read Less
GLP Groupie
January 06, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Once I can get Spark Plug going properly in my bowl its my favorite tobacco. Its very finicky. Ive found it needs ample dry out time before packing. My last bowl became gummy at bowls bottom and impeded my draw. Staying lit too is an issue. Ive learn... Read More
ed for future smokes of Spark Plug I'm going to finely cut it and dry out. The 10 or so bowls Ive enjoyed of this have been nothing short of outstanding. Lots of leather. It can be sweet too. I really enjoy it. But it can be a challenge at times. Read Less
Simply lovely
December 18, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
I carefully prepared a nice natural finish Chacom 871 briar for this blend.
Then, I opened the tin and got overwhelmed by the incredible, yet subtle aromas (as soon as the, at first predominant, aroma of latakia diminished).
Carefully cutting, and ge... Read More
ntly rubbing, some thin flakes of this wonderfully appealing cake, I set myself for about two hours of inexpected pleasure and contemplation enjoying what is, without a doubt, a true master blend.
Rich, creamy, oily, surprisingly mild, but full of flavors right down to the last puff.
This one will, without a doubt, integrate my favorite tobacco rotation. Thank you for this incredible blend. Read Less
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
This is definitely worth a try for any English lover. Shanes review of this awesome plug is spot on. I can really taste all the flavors of which he speaks from the smokey leathery flavors, to the chocolate covered cherry, and clove and incense unde... Read More
rtones. I completely agree that it hits the mark that I've chased in so many English blends. For that reason alone - you have to try it. Have a great time with this - I know I am! Read Less
"Just a little deuce coupe with a flathead mill"...
March 07, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Although Mr. Pease and I differ somewhat on what defines a great se of wheels, one thing we can agree on is that Spark Plug is the most delicious, memory-evoking creation he has ever produced. Order yourself a few tins of this marvelous stuff, sharpe... Read More
n your plug knife, and be transported back in time. "She's ported and relieved and she's stroked and bored... Read Less
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
烟气浓郁，口感变化多样，陈化后应该是款不错的草，现在来说还是年份太少
Another Winner
February 08, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
very nice
Utterly Great: So Complex, So Interesting, So Well Balanced
March 03, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
I love this stuff. It's not at all like Plum Pudding -- at all -- but it reminds me of it in that everything works really nicely in concert. There's a forward but not overwhelming Latakia foundation to everything going on... so you get the smokiness,... Read More
and some nice leather. But the latakia doesn't take up too much room. And the rest of the action during a bowl of this is so fun and relaxing. I get sweetness and nuttiness -- tones that can dip between hazelnut and, at sweeter points, more like praline. There's wisps of peat, maybe those come out of the latakia? Sometimes the sweetness will take a gentle fruit turn. I've gotten small stone fruit like cherry/apricot off in a corner -- not artificial at all or intrusive. Just an elemental flavor popping in. A little semi-sweet chocolate does the same thing at moments. It's just really fun to smoke. So balanced and dynamic, and put together. If anyone's a musician, it's like when a great band is playing together and totally in the pocket. Preparation isn't the prettiest -- the plug is slightly on the lose side, I find, so it can cut a bit ragged. It can be kind of stemmy and chunky even when I slice it thin with a razor. But also -- who cares! I like a little drying time, and find it's a little more cooperative after that. But it's not uncooperative if I load it pretty quick. I'd recommend trying to this anyone. I like trying lots of stuff. This is one I go back to a lot. Read Less
Olde World Perfection
January 31, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
One of my favorite English blends. When opening this tin, it is impossible not to smash the plug up against your snout and inhale as vehemently as possible. It is add to read such a smokey blend described as "creamy", and yet, it most certa... Read More
inly is creamy. There is an unmistakable note of, and bear with me now, strawberries and cream--albeit, strawberries and cream in the front seat of an Austin Healey that's been in garage fire. If you adore English blends or are still getting acquainted, this is the standard. Read Less
Addiction
January 29, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
At first it reminded me of standing over a smudge, now after a about eight bowls of it, addicted as in I can't get enough of the stuff.
Smells like a viking funeral
January 17, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
the tin note is powerful. the smoke is creamy and smooth. The orientals come through in this blend and in my opinion, make the sparkle in the show.
perfection
January 10, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
get ya tool belt on this needs some work but in the long run its worth it.
Love it!
January 02, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
I really like Spark Plug.. Still getting the hang of prepping it for a proper smoke, but I don’t think anything could make it bad!
bring it on.
December 26, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
This is got to be the best smoke so far . must have more. If you r a English lover try this blend.
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Add it to your favorites. It’s fantastic for me it’s very well balanced and perfect amount of Latikia. Only issue is it’s a bit moist so I let it set for a bit before wearing out a lighter lol.
It’s Good.
September 30, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
A real winner if you want an Oriental-centric English.
Robust and tasty...Wow..number ONE
September 26, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
always qality is important,love for your job.......Another of my big favorites....fantastic
Impressive
September 23, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
At first I wasn’t happy with the presentation from what I’ve seen the plug is supposed to have bright Virginia’s in it and mine had none, just a brown brownie. The smoke is really good though and took a little while to get going, when it did I was ve... Read More
ry pleased this smokes great all the way to the end Read Less
Rich, Potent & Rewarding!
September 16, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
WOW! A bold, full, in-your-face, no apologies English blend--I haven't tasted anything else quite like it! As the label reads, “deep and dark…powerful and refined...smoky and leathery...incense-like spice”...not much more to add except distinctly cre... Read More
amy. (That’s more than enough adjectives!) The depth and potency of the blend have been substantially increased by the steaming and pressing processes, especially the Virginia component. I am not normally attracted to such dense Latakia blends, but you can most certainly taste both the Turkish and Virginia tobaccos and not just Latakia—that’s a key for me. Read Less
Yup it’s a flavorful English
August 16, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
First tin of this blend that made my mouth water. Wish it came in a bigger tin maybe 8 oz. A friend tried some and bought the whole tin off me. So that’s saying something.
Excellent blending.
August 15, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Take the deep smoky richness of Gaslight, add fragrant high quality orientals balanced perfectly ala Westminster. Finally, always in the background, add the syrupy sweetness of Quiet Nights. Greg is a master of his craft.
Excellent !
July 02, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Mr. Pease was right when he said "Latakiaphiles will love it.". I'm one and I love it. Coarsely rubbed the flavors mingle on each draw, giving you a taste of the blender's magic touch.
Get some now or jkick yourself later.
Big Surprise
May 12, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Wow, I normally avoid tobaccos with this much latakia, but Greg is still the master. I really like this one. Great with Scotch and G&T's. A new love.
Real spark plug, that gal
March 27, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Real spark plug, that gal
Real spark plug, that gal
March 27, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Real spark plug, that gal
Latakia with a hint of Clove or Cedar & Cigar
March 06, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Just when i thought G.L. Pease had invented all of the flavors known to Latakia blends he comes up with one that has a hint of Cloves, Ceder and Cigar, my opinion. When I opened the tin it had a smell of lots of Latakia and a special spice ready to s... Read More
moke upon opening. The flavors work very well together and float in and out, but are never totally absent in this great smoke. I can tell you what the tobacco tastes like, but I am not experienced enough to pick out the Virginias or Turkish flavor. For me, Spark Plug has a combination of flavors which complement each other all the way to the bottom of the bowl. I have now learned it is better to stop short of the bottom to prevent burnout. There is no bite or throat issues with this blend and it seems to be a medium strength tobacco. You may want to pack this tobacco very lightly and sip slowly. They need to produce this in 8oz tins. Read Less
Petrol Perfection
March 05, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Rich, smooth, intense, the smell of leather and petrol, dark smoke, for experienced taste buds only, you will not regret buying this terrific plug!
A modern classic!
February 24, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Absolutely unique and powerful blend. Smells like an auto garage(this is a good thing)
Really looking forward to smoking this aged and out of the tin.
Suprisingly different
February 19, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
This is my first review at the site. But after tasting the just received tin I felt I MUST say something about it. I have to confess I was sceptic about Mr. Pease has created something really new and different from his previous so much appreciated en... Read More
glish blends. But he has. Believe or not it worths the while. I have tasted more than 200 english blends around the world there was only one similar plug in a limited edition of an artisan in Kiel, Germany. The characteristic note comes from a varietal of oriental leaf that infuses a very special, new until now taste similar to cedar. Latakia lovers as I'm will have your expected dose also. It's REALLY something new until now, try it. Read Less
Suprisingly different
February 19, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
This is my first review at the site. But after tasting the just received tin I felt I MUST say something about it. I have to confess I was sceptic about Mr. Pease has created something really new and different from his previous so much appreciated en... Read More
glish blends. But he has. Believe or not it worths the while. I have tasted more than 200 english blends around the world there was only one similar plug in a limited edition of an artisan in Kiel, Germany. The characteristic note comes from a varietal of oriental leaf that infuses a very special, new until now taste similar to cedar. Latakia lovers as I'm will have your expected dose also. It's REALLY something new until now, try it. Read Less
A nice medium English
February 04, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Yes indeed, this is a nice medium English blend, just a notch down from Gaslight, wonderful, a great all day smoke, or a mild break from the strong blends.
Greg Pease is a genius, another great blend.
A nice medium English
February 04, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Spark Plug 2oz
Yes indeed, this is a nice medium English blend, just a notch down from Gaslight, wonderful, a great all day smoke, or a mild break from the strong blends.
Greg Pease is a genius, another great blend.
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