Customer Reviews (21 Total)
Excellent tobacco, but read on..
February 13, 2019
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
I first bought a tin in 2016 and loved it. Hands down one of my favourite smokes, but about a month or so after opening it, there was a mold issue. I was devastated that I'd lost my favourite smoke. I'd have rather gotten back with my ex than lose my... Read More
Temple Bar, but after thinking that one through a little more and reading up on reviews of possible mold issues at G.L Pease, I tossed the stuff away. I bought a tin a few months ago to give it another try, and it tasted just as amazing to me as the first time. Unfortunately, the mold issue was present in this batch too, but it took a few months this time around, so at least I got to enjoy it a little longer.
The best part of this story is that after asking for some advice from the awesome staff here at SP on how to store this tobacco (as I thought that maybe there's a specific way to store this type of baccy other than simply putting it in a mason jar, or if maybe the climate here just ruins this type of tobacco) and even letting them know that I honestly was not looking for any refund or anything of the sort, just professional advice, I was credited not only for the recently bought tin, but for the one I bought in 2016 as well! My God, if there was ever such a thing as IMMACULATE customer service, this has got to be it! To get that kind of treatment here, I'd have to summon a flock of rabid Ibis' and zombie toddlers probably just for the advice, or at most a partial refund of the latest purchase! So, with the credit that I was so kindly given, I'll be trying my luck with another tin and different methods of storage. I may post an update in a few months time.
My apologies for the wall of text, but I felt this had to be shared as I love to give credit where it's due and SP and it's staff certainly deserve a huge shout out! :) Read Less
Loved it. But...
September 10, 2016
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
This blend smoked wonderfully. The sourness of the Orientals was pleasing from beginning to end. Unfortunately, there is a mold issue. The first time it happened I wrote it off. But now I'm convinced there's a problem. Three tins developed mold befor... Read More
e I could finish them. One plug showed signs of it right out of a freshly opened tin. I really love this blend. But there is clearly something wrong. And until G L Pease addresses it, I'll steer clear of this plug. Read Less
One of my top smokes...
July 13, 2020
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
Okay, so I'm a sucker for a good Oriental blend and this tobacco is just about perfect to scratch that itch. Also, I have a special place in my heart for plugs, so this was a match made in... the Lesser Key of Solomon? Others have said that the Red a... Read More
nd Bright Virginia's take the lead in this dance, but for me it's the Orientals that are the first tobacco that I feel that I am forced to notice. Yes, the Virginias add some much-needed sweetness to this blend, but the Orientals are the star of the show. The Perique is masterfully applied and restrained; adding a piquancy and some needed bass-notes to this sweet and sour blend.
The tin note? Stale gym socks and a vegetal/wood... But in a good way! If that actually makes sense. I suppose all smells have a pleasantness to them, even those considered "odorous."
This has been a most pleasant experience. I'm just finishing my second tin of this and already have another aging. This is definitely worth trying. Especially if you are partial to blends featuring Orientals. By Astaroth, the Dark Lord has done it again! Read Less
Interesting Experience, and a Strange Brew
August 15, 2018
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
A fellow piper gave me a tin of this stuff from 2015, and it was amazing; almost like McClelland 24; it was dark in color, rich in oriental flavor and delicious Virginias, with just the right amount of condiment Perique. Naturally, I wanted more, so ... Read More
I bought two tins dated 1/16/2017. I popped the lid on one immediately upon receiving it, and it was absolutely nothing at all like what I'd had in the other tin, not even in the same ballpark. So I opened the other tin, and same thing, So I gave it the benefit of the doubt and put the plugs in a jar for over a year and a half. I finally popped the seal on that jar yesterday, and to my dismay, almost nothing had changed. It's still a bit harsh, dry, and devoid of all the things I liked about the 2015 batch. Also, the color is still so much lighter than that 2015 batch. I don't know if it was just a bad batch of component tobaccos. I do know that 2015 tin was one of the best smokes I've ever had. It still may be worth a shot for Oriental fans. I say this because Greg Pease's recipes have been much, much more hit than miss for me. **IMPORTANT NOTE**: A very big thanks to SmokingPipes for giving me a refund for BOTH tins—over nine months after I bought them! These folks really love their customers. Read Less
Not What I Thought
July 26, 2016
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
It was not as I had thought it would be. It was somewhat one dimensional and flavorless near the end. Though not at all bad, I probably would not buy another.
Barnyard goodness
April 28, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
No mold. That was a good start. On a barnyard scale of 1-10, the tin note is a strong 7. My tin did not smoke to the description. It smoked like a full bodied cigar. Kick back and relax. Not an all day smoke. Strength was 3 stars, room note was 5, t... Read More
aste was 4.5. Flavor profile was dark nutty, tangy, cocao, leather and espresso. Read Less
Another winner
October 16, 2016
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
Smoking this slowly,fully rubbed out.Some sweetness shows it's self,and the perique giving signs of life here and there.I can't seem to find anything bad to say about these blends.Just get it up to temperature,and flavors will come out.
Definitely.....
August 01, 2016
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
Needs to be aged for at least another 6 months. A bit of a tongue bite and had too re-light a few times. Don't know what the hipe is on this blend. I'm not impressed. Will try again after I age mine!!!
very nice!
November 18, 2022
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
Tin note of spices, stewed Rasins/figs, and mild lemon. The brown, light brown and black tobacco plugs aren't moist enough to warrant drying. Tobacco plugs need sliced with a razor or sharp knife and rubbed out. Burns slow with a few relights. The st... Read More
rength is medium and nic is mild to medium. No flavoring detected. Taste is medium to full and consistent, with notes of strong wood, strong bread, floral, sweet grass, earth, dry herbal spices, mild raisin, mild tangy lemon, mild tart plums, and a peppery retro. Virginias are leading with Orientals supporting. Perique is there, but on standby. Room note is pleasant, and aftertaste is excellent. Read Less
Good stuff, doesn’t keep
October 05, 2022
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
Like others have stated, I had mold issues. Popped open the tin (6 months old) and put the square in a mason jar with a 62% boveda bag. After about 2 months (opening a handful of times to smoke) bam…mold spot. I rolled the dice and cut off that part,... Read More
sterilized the jar, and kept on going. This time however, “burping” the jar weekly. It kept for another few weeks and then big time mold explosion. Too bad. Great blend but it worth the hassle. Read Less
Amazing
September 11, 2022
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
I saw the negative reviews and almost didnt go for it. However, im very happy i went through with it, its got amazing flavor of an earthy natural and smooth flavor. The best way for me to describe it is if you have ever had Salty Dogs by Dan tobacc... Read More
o, its alot like that but without the sweetness of the rum added in. It smells and tastes quite similar to Stonehenge flake by GLP as well sort of that same mushroomy, earthy character that it gives you. I highly reccomend and will be buying more in the future. Read Less
Best Oriental
August 27, 2022
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
The Virginia and Oriental play equal parts with a bit of perique spice. Medium strength.
Sweet nuance
March 10, 2022
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
Delicious, sweet, tangy with floral nuances. It's a wonderful smoke that delights my taste buds. Not too much nicotine. just enough. can take a few relights but that doesn't bother me since this is a tobacco I like to sit down with and give my attent... Read More
ion to. Beautiful smoke. Read Less
Mold issue
April 01, 2021
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
This blend sounds delicious, but as other reviewers mention there is a serious quality control issue. The tin I opened within a week of delivery had a thin layer of mold growing on it. At this time, I suggest avoiding this tobacco.
Outstanding!
August 24, 2018
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
Really Enjoying this Plug. So much in fact I can’t stop reordering it. The flavors are strong, full bodied tobacco flavor. I love this In the morning with my Coffee. Really has become a favorite of mine.
Excellent! A Favorite
June 09, 2018
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
This blend competes for my number 1 favorite along with escudo. When you open a tin you’re greeted by a familiar raisin’y plum smell common in VaPer blends. It comes in a loose leaf plug. I recommend slicing it thin rather than rubbing it out as it w... Read More
ould tend to be larger chunks otherwise. The taste is a rich peppery perique with an occasional sweetness from the Virginia’s and orientals. I noticed that when it’s hot it’s sweet and when you sip it slow you get more of a perique influence. Read Less
My wife approves.
June 01, 2018
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
I normally smoke English/Balkan blends and my wife is far from keen on the room note. However, the first time I lit this up she commented on how sweet it smelt and what a pleasant change it was from my usual blends. It is sweet and smoked slowly and ... Read More
well rubbed out the flavours of the orientals and perique come through nicely too. This may draw me away from my rather English heavy pipe smoking tastes. Read Less
Nice To See More Plugs on the Market!
February 26, 2018
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
This one is quite good. The tin note is spectacular! This is as close to a proper plug as it gets in the US market, I think we lack the proper machinery to make a plug similar to the traditional European style but this gets an A+ for effort, it's jus... Read More
t not as densely packed. There is no note of a topping on this one but there most certainly is some sort of spirit. Between the Oriental,VA, Perique and the top dressing (Rum?) it really reminds me of a more subdued version of Black Frigate by C&D. Overall a very nice blend from Pease just not really in my wheelhouse. If you are a fan of Black Frigate but could do without the Latakia, there's a pretty good chance you'll enjoy this plug.
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I had to come on here and change my star rating from a 4 to a 5. I've been really getting enthusiastic about this one. It's really been hitting the spot and I certainly plan on adding this to my regular rotation. As far as GL. Pease blends go, he knocked this one out of the park and I'm going to go as far as saying that this has been the best new release I've seen in a LOOOOONG time! I only hope they start releasing this in the 8 oz tins so I can bulk up my stash. It's really awesome that Pease has been releasing plugs to the US market, bravo! Read Less
A fine offering
October 30, 2017
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
This plug comes moist for the Tin that I had. Blend showcases the orientals in a nice sour note spicy nose and mouth feeling and the red Virginia's come through in an ice bready taste not March for sweetness. I had good results when cutting the plug... Read More
fine and rubbing out smoke it slow and you probably will not experience any tongue bite. This is definitely for the lovers of Oriental and red Virginia for me I think the Parikh hides behind the Oriental spice. A nice plug I will buy more to age. Nicotine is probably medium. And a little dry time was necessary. Read Less
Pure Tobacco Flavor
December 22, 2016
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
I can not detect any sweetness in this blend. The Red Virgina and Orientals shine through but the Perique is barely noticeable. Ageing should bring out the sweet Yellow Virginia a tad more. There is almost a cigar like quality to this pure unadulter... Read More
ated tobacco. By the way, the customer service at SP is outstanding! Read Less
Post Cumberland, Prelude to Jackknife plug and ready rubbed.
July 20, 2016
Product: G. L. Pease Temple Bar 2oz
This medium but bold blend, starts off subtle like Cumberland, but has the taste of Jackknife plug, and is similar to Jackknife Ready Rubbed(the ready rubbed to me is a bit milder than the plug).
It's not strong, but either enough strength and taste ... Read More
to keep you going, you can puff this like Sextant, and Sixpence, but not as vigorously because it will bite a bit, but once you get going you can smoke it at medium pace and it will give you a great all day smoke! Read Less
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