Customer Reviews (24 Total)
Very surprised!
November 04, 2016
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
I like to try some new and different tobaccos every now and then, and ordered this one based on the reviews. Tin note has big peach right out front as well as citrus. I honestly didn't think I would like it, however within the first few draws I could... Read More
tell this was a keeper. It's definitely a mild tobacco, but the flavor is very refreshing, as noted by others in reviews here. I absolutely agree with "big smoke" that this would be a phenomenal summer time tobacco Read Less
Outstanding and refreshing
October 12, 2016
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
I don't smoke aromatics. I can count on one hand the blends I've tried that are aromatics, and even less the ones I liked. But this one, just wow. Sweet, peachy, cool; grassy notes from the virginias. Aromatics, to me, tend to bite and offer not a lo... Read More
t of flavour; this defies both those traits. Will be ordering again. Read Less
this is the best aromatic
August 07, 2017
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
I'm a traditionally English smoker or Dunhill smoker if you like I don't care really for aromatic tobaccos but this is fantastic if you have a sweet tooth it's an occasional master piece and whoever a gave this to try at a party that I had in my back... Read More
yard was amazed although they were not pipe smokers!this must be the best aromatic out there Read Less
VERY good aromatic!
April 29, 2015
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
The title describes this well enough I think. The tin note is amazing. I was tempted to have a bite - which I did try a little. Don't do it, I've learned my lesson there. In my defense, I wasn't alone in that act. But more to the point, this stuff sm... Read More
okes beautifully and tastes amazing. The room note is so good you'd wish the sold it as a bottled fragrance. Compliments from everybody around me. It does remind me of the LOTR trilogy (and the Hobbit). If I could afford one of the Auenland churchwardens, my life would be complete. Just kidding, there's more important things than that, but it would help. But seriously, this is a VERY good aromatic mix for the aromatic lover. I'd put this right up there with Russ Oulette's Snow Drift tobacco. It's not sold on here, but it's good...really good. Hopefully, we might see that on here someday! Read Less
Suprised and nice flavor
May 26, 2022
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Average lavor for a mild tobacco, a hint of fruit, and very refreshing. Nothing really exotic. Didn't work for me.
Tin note is a bomb!!!
January 24, 2022
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Tin note is extremely good and strong, whole room smells great now.
Unlike the tin note taste itself can’t be described as a bomb… pretty soft and sweet, with some notes of peach, oranges ( more sweet, not sour), maybe even some strawberries or cherr... Read More
y. A lot like Petersons blends, in terms of both taste and behavior. Personally I didn’t detect any tongue bite but I think it’ll be better to smoke this tobacco slowly. Provides with a cool and slow smoke, almost minty. Moisture content is pretty good ( not damp, neither too dry).
Room note is great ( I might be subjective but it really is good as described by my Wife). Reminds me of W. O Larsens signature blend and Petersons Christmas blend ( but Auenland is better. The other two are more sour and tend to bite).
Pretty good tobacco but nothing extraordinary or super amazing. I’m still glad that I gave it a try.
Best things about this tobacco: it’s middle earth themed, tin is pretty cool, tin note and room note are amazing… after opening the tin the whole room will smell wonderfully. Read Less
Very Good !
July 26, 2023
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
smell amazing, very relaxing, tasty, smokes nice.
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Tin note of peaches in syrup and oranges. Tobacco is a ribbon cut of brown, black and tan. Moisture content is ok. Some pipe smokers will want to dry it a bit. Burns moderate with a few relights. The strength is mild and nic is mild. Flavoring is med... Read More
ium to strong, with notes of peach and orange. Flavoring overrides tobacco. Taste is mild to medium and moderately consistent, with notes of semi-sweet tart peaches, sugar, tangy orange, zesty citrus peels, acidic, bitter wood, earth, a mild stone fruit background note, and a peppery retro. Flavoring is leading with Cavendish, Burley and Virginia supporting. Room note is pleasant, and aftertaste is good. Read Less
Very nice
January 27, 2023
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Nice presentation and intense aromas at the opening of the tin. Very pleasant smoke with aromatic and creamy flavors, but not invasive. The smell in the room was very nice. For a morning or relaxed smoke, it can work very well.
Mild and smooth aromatic blend
September 25, 2022
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Bought this along with a couple tins of different Peterson’s. I’ve just recently taken up pipe tobacco so of course this one caught my attention first. It’s got a subtle sweet and fruity note. The fruit I picked up was plum. The ribbons weren’t overl... Read More
y moist so it packed and smoked great. Only reason I didn’t rate higher was the flavor didn’t transfer as well to the smoke as I expected. I’m a newb so maybe this is to be expected for tobacco that isn’t dripping with added flavors. Either way, it was a nice smoke that I’ll be revisiting often I’m sure. Given it is mild in its sweetness and noted flavors I think it’s a must try and setting the bar high for future blends. Read Less
If you like Sillums Blue..
August 05, 2022
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Somewhat similar yet both have their distinct subtleties such as SB has a more distinct fruitiness to it whereas this has a sweetness that keeps me coming back for more. It's a refreshing smoke, not as acidic as some aromatics can be and burns nicely... Read More
in the bowl after a fifteen minute dry time. I've even left some out overnight to dry completely and found that it enhances the taste and aroma. It commands a price that rests below the premium tins so for some that might be a dealbreaker but if you get a chance to try this blend you will see why. Read Less
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Wow this ghosts my pipe something fierce with sour notes, and leaves a very distasteful, acrid bitterness. It took me a little while to place it, since it is nothing like the Fruity Pebbles flavored topping. I will not be finishing this.
5 Stars in a Briar
April 17, 2022
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
5 star rating in a briar pipe, 3 in a meer. In the meer there seems to be this bitter, ash taste up front that dissipates immediately, but I experienced it on every draw. This quirk is masked in a briar, though, so you get only the best elements out ... Read More
of it then. Taste reminds me a lot of apricots with a bit of playful, slight citrus. Sweet and relaxing, I want this in my rotation, but probably will only smoke it out of briar pipes. Read Less
I Think I Found Jahre
March 06, 2022
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Upon opening this, the tin note made me instantly think of Stanwell Melange but then I also thought of the 160 Jahre that I have. Upon comparison, it does not smell like the Melange, but it does smell like a lighter version of the Jahre, prune-y, hin... Read More
ts of cocoa, mild citrus, and a very mild floral note. So, definitely, inoffensively “fruity”.
The burning note is Jahre: I think this is the non-celebratory version of that, and I am happy, because I like the prune-y fragrance of Jahre. I will get some tins of this for my cellar. Read Less
A Precious Find
July 09, 2021
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
I found this to be an excellent summer-time smoke. The tin note has the obvious notes of peach and orange, but there is also a nice raisin bread undertone, and you can smell the grassy Virginias as well. It is not too moist that I felt the need to dr... Read More
y it out and so smoked right out of the tin. It stayed lit for extended periods of time, burned rather cool unless you pull too hard, and produces a very pleasant and light citrus aroma. You can taste the Virginias and the peach. Very pleased and will order more. Read Less
Lovely aroma.
April 20, 2021
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Even if pipe left alone after smoke it started to have pleasant aromatic smell. Room factor 1 can be lowed to 0.5 👌
Get this over the Morning Mixture, for sure!
December 29, 2020
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Opening Review: The tin's label is cute, and definitely sets an expectation. There should be no disappointment when you crack open that tin, as the note is so inviting, it's honestly mindblowing. It awakens your senses from the get-go. I don't get an... Read More
y artificial character sometimes associated to aromatic tobacco. I can see the cherries others mentioned, but it's more profound than that. Some nuttiness, a small vanilla note, both most notable in the room after simply opening and closing the tin. Overall, yes, it's sweet, but in a way like ripe tart fruit, there's an acidity here that gives this blend "air and stage". Out of the tin, I would say it was the right moisture. Smoking this stuff is an absolute pleasure, start to finish. I smoked it in small pinches, small shallow bowl. It left a nice ash and didn't gum up my pipe (small reside maybe?). It's a light smoker overall, no heavier say than Peterson's Sweet Kilarney. At a broad stroke, it's perhaps close to Larsen's Signature Series - Vintage Mixture. But, still, this is a whole different ball game. You don't smoke that Vintage Mixture and think "I'm in Lord of the Rings." No, The Shire makes you think you might be Merry and Pippin, striking it rich on Longbottom Leaf.
Post Tin Review: I have to say, while it's fun to know I have a spare tin, I'm ok with sitting on it. The last of what I got is good. However, like most aromatics, it's a little much on the regular. That being said, I still had tons of wows and oous from my friends about this one. It's definitely one to try. Read Less
Wonderfully different aromatic
June 08, 2020
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
If you enjoy aromatics this one is definitely a must try. The peach and orange are such a great change of pace from the normal vanilla / chocolate / cherry / etc. that most aromatics have. Great with a cold drink while enjoying a nice warm day.
Surprised by Hobbits
April 14, 2018
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
I honestly always thought the Shire Tobaccos of Tolkiens mind would be natural or even english mixtures. In this German interpretation they are not. To bad. But that aside I have to admit it is a good aromatic tobacco.
Less fruity.
October 31, 2017
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Less fruity than a dessert blend but a good aromatic for an english smoker.
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Fantastic tobacco. Reordered multiple times.
Summertime Tobacco
August 26, 2016
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
A good Aromatic Tobacco for e hot Summerday evening.
Simply awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 09, 2014
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
I'm relatively new to the pipe world. Therefore don't take my word for this completely 100%. However, I will say that this is a go to tobacco for a nice, light smoke. You will not regret the fruity notes, and its definitely a room not 10/10 scorer fo... Read More
r that. Also, if Gandalf and the hobbits like it so much, it's obvious anyone else would too! (wink wink) Read Less
light fruity refreshment
August 15, 2014
Product: Vauen Auenland 50g
Smoked in small Ascorti 9mm apple, false light is easy, small amount of tamping down then stayed lit through whole pipe.
Peach and orange in the background, pleasing melding of tobaccos, I must remind you this smoke is on the light side, a good one f... Read More
or beginners, no tongue bite and no aftertaste.
For oldschool smokers of english styles, and thick smoke lovers this isn't it, alighter style smoke with a great room note, will keep your missus and friends happy, why not give it a try, I've given you the drum, long live the pipers of the world, greetings from Adelaide Australia.
P.S sample provided from Germany, and I thank you for that my friend. Read Less