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Cornell & Diehl - Mississippi Mud 2oz
Smooth
With a slight amount of Perique and Latakia the black Cavendish is really the star of the show here. Coffee and chocolate notes. Very smooth and mellow with a very slight hint of spice. I'll be buying a lot more of this here...
Stands & Pouches - Peterson Classic Combo 2 Pipe Tobacco Pouch
Beautiful Pipe Pouch - Small
This is a beautiful pipe pouch...but very small...I think it will hold two 31's...will not accommodate a Deluxe or Sherlock...maybe a couple 3's...other than that...it's a great pouch for the price..just for small pipes...
Sutliff - Blend No. 5 1.5oz
Outstanding
This is a very balanced blend. The addition of Burley is really a nice twist on a English blend. The sweetness of the Virginia doesn't overpower. Medium strength but flavorful. Very pleasant smoke.
F & K - Merde de Cheval 1.5oz
Outstanding
Tin note is incredible. Great complex flavors. Medium strength for a pleasant smoke. I'll buy more of this shit. I guarantee...
Filters & Adaptors - Tsuge Kulu Cool 9mm Filter
Outstanding
I put this in my Vauen: Auenland...fantastic filter...definitely worth the price. If you have a pipe that needs 9mm filter...this is Top Notch...Old Timer Approved!
Kramer's - Blend for Cary Grant
Top Notch
For those of you who enjoy and sweet English this is outstanding. No goopy PG. Flavorful English with a mild aromatic. Quite a nice blend.
Kramer's - New Mix
Under The Radar
This is an exceptional blend, with just enough Perique that blends well with this English. Nicely done...
Kramer's - English Blend
Classic
I'm a big fan of old Father Dempsey. This is a completely different type of smoke. The Cavendish really shines and produces a wonderful thick smoke. A milder blend to be sure, but spicy and full of flavor. The Latakia is nicely blended with the Orientals. Truly a Classic American blend.
Low Country - Cooper 2oz
Bona Fide
On initial charring light, this blend was mild, timid. I wondered if this was blended for Millennial flatlanders driving in their Prius to Starbucks. Then... Halfway through the bowl the flavors really melded together. Ah, there was a spiciness, smoothness, boldness. A contemplative smoke. I had to check the blend, no Perique and yet it smoked like a Balkan. Great flavor. Old Timer Approved.
Missouri Meerschaum - American Patriot 1.5oz
Sweet and Light
I was pleasantly surprised by this blend. The Smyrna gives a sweetness which compliments the Burley...a fine blend for the price...
G. L. Pease - Gaslight 8oz
Classic
This is a fine blend, but ...The Good: excellent flavors...quality. The Bad: very moist...took 3 days to dry to smoke it. All pipe smokers should try Plug tobacco. It ain't instant coffee brother. There is a ritual, a process, but patience is rewarded.
Gawith Hoggarth & Co. - Dark Bird's Eye
Wicked Good...
Classic...best in a Old German clay pipe...old school...nothing fancy....great smoke.
Sutliff - Rum & Maple
Smooth
This is a very tasty aromatic. Being a VaBur blend it does have a good nicotine level. I'm not a big aromatic smoker but I've found a few that I enjoy. This will be one of them. Very tasty indeed.
Cornell & Diehl - Gentleman Caller 2oz
Pleasant Room Note
This may be the Acme of Deertongue blends. I have tried others in bulk, but this is supreme. The addition of a small amount of Perique adds quite a bit to the flavor and complexity. This is a fine aromatic that leaves a remarkable room note.
BriarWorks - Country Lawyer 2oz
Good Flavors
After using the tobacco locator, this had the components I was looking for. It's an expensive blend. More than Boswell's Northwoods, but I went ahead and put it on my order. Now the blend is fantastic, great flavors. But if I'm paying top dollar I expect leaf, not stems. I took about an ounce out to dry and it was about 10% stems. Quality control...come on guys. When I buy bulk I expect a certain percentage of stems. As a tinned product at this price point I expect better quality control. Flavor wise it's a 5...
Sutliff - Match 20
Smooth
This is a mild English that one could smoke all day. The Latakia is present but not over powering. The addition of Cavendish brings a sweetness that compliments the Orientals. Overall quite nice. With some age it will rival 965.
Tabac De La Semois - Reserve du Patron 3.5oz
Classic
More robust in flavor than the Le Petite Robin, but nothing cigar-like about this. Floral sweetness, truly unique. This is not a blend yet tastes like a blend, earthy, nutty, sweetness, leather...burnt marshmallow...Cut in a more traditional way, this had a nice burn rate, cool and rich. Worth every penny. What a smoke.
Tabac De La Semois - Le Petit Robin 100g
Outstanding...
A shag cut with long filaments of angel hair. Yes, exceptional in presentation. All leaf, not a stem in the bag. Flavorful blend with a bit of sweet oriental. Balanced, masterfully done. It does burn fast, this is a sipper blend but still no bite if you smoke like a Neanderthal as I tend to do. This is the lightest of Vincent's blends, but not light in flavor. I'm impressed and that doesn't happen very often. At a little over 100USD a pound, I'd say after a couple of bowls, it's worth every penny.
Drew Estate - Larutan Dirt
Natural?
Now I hate writing bad reviews...but as soon as I tasted this stick I could taste the sugar...but it didn't taste like a natural sugar more like saccharine....obviously this was not a natural tobacco flavor...but being me I smoked it...now I must say it was a well wrapped cigar...for those who like a sweet stick this may be something to try.
Peterson - Irish Flake 50g
Classic
Deep flavors, nothing pretentious, just pure tobacco flavors. A robust, classic blend. If there is a casing, it did not bother me. Perhaps a hint of vinegar or tonquin, which are classic flavorings.
Savinelli - Jupiter 2oz
Optimus Maximus
Outstanding. Juno is silky smooth, no bite. Jupiter is masterfully blended and like Jupiter carries a thunderbolt. Robust but not over-powered. Packed full of flavor. This will become a classic.
Sutliff - Tobacco Galleria: Midnight Smoke
Nice Smoke
Reminiscent of Plantas's Bilberry which is no longer available. Subtle berry flavor with copious clouds of goodness. I don't smoke Aro's that often, but this worked for me. Nice smoke, pleasant room note.
Sutliff - Creme Brulee
Pleasant Room Note
Flavorful with an exceptional room note. Last night I smoked a bowl of TS-12 Dark Fire Cured in my man cave and the wifey told me to get that stinking crap out of the house...discretion being the better part of valor, I complied. As I smoked this unctuous mixture outside today, I heard a voice behind me..."Can you smoke that in the house, honey?" Why yes, yes I can.
Sutliff - TS-12 Dark Fire Cured
Nice Smoke
Great flavor, smoky and nutty. Enjoyable smoke. The room note was a bit acrid so I will smoke this outside. Rarely does the little woman complain, but the room note of this sent her into a raging fit. I pick my battles wisely, so I took my pipe and cane and ran. She has access to cast iron pans. This should be a good mix with Virginia.
G. L. Pease - Key Largo 2oz
Smooth
Exceptional blend, the cigar leaf adds a robust flavor but does not overpower. Smooth, creamy and destined to become a classic.
Savinelli - Juno 2oz
Outstanding...
After the great review on Tasting Notes, I've been waiting to try this. This is a brilliant and subtle blend of Virginia tobaccos that brings out the flavors and best character of each. Silky smooth, no bite, truly outstanding Virginia blend.
Cornell & Diehl - Dreams of Kadath 2oz
Classic
Your journey to Kadath will not be an easy one. I will say from the start, this is a brilliant blend. I would have preferred to know it had a casing, that being said, it reminds me of a supercharged EGR. If you're an EGR fan you will certainly get this blend. Highly recommend a cob or Meerschaum as this will undoubtedly ghost a briar. One of the most unique blends I have smoked. I hate it and yet I can't help but love it, but I still hate it. And for that reason, I love it.
Drucquer & Sons - Levant Mixture 200g
Smooth
Here's the thing..I smoke a good deal of Boneyard. It's $15 a pound and a great smoke. I've wanted to try this blend, but it's rather expensive. I had to gamble with this. Is it that much better than other premium blends that are half the price? Is it really better? Yeah...it's smooth as silk. Complex flavors with a hint of sweetness. Yeah...it's worth every penny.
Southern Draw - Firethorn Pome Lancero
Outstanding...
Quality flavorful cigar. Medium strength but outstanding flavor profile.
Punch - Gran Puro Pico Bonito
Smooth
I smoked one and didn't really like it that much. I smoked another and it was delicious. I smoked another and wished I had bought more than three...so yeah...good cigar...
Sutliff - D64 Queen Anne's Revenge
Smooth
Very smooth blend with quality rum. Room note is great. Taste is very pleasant. I always have some Burley flavored with Barbados rum handy, but it is a process. This is very good and ready to smoke. Now, I recently tried the Spiced Rum and I must say, this is a more subdued flavor to that. Now, I don't like to drink spiced rum, but for flavoring tobacco, it may have the edge. This is a quality Aro. Should also do quite well to mix with a good English now and again for a Sweet English.
Peterson - Connoisseur's Choice 50g
Classic
I was unimpressed for the first 1/3 of the bowl, then the flavor kicked in. Then I was thinking which pipe to dedicate to this blend. I'm not an Aro smoker, but from time to time I do enjoy one. For me, Planta Exotic is my favorite, but alas, Mac Baren bought Planta and will not export it to USA. Mac Baren was gracious enough to email me back and tell me the little stash I have left is all there will be. This blend comes close, close enough. Rich, fruity, quite flavorful blend that will fill the void that Mac Baren has left in my soul. The more I smoke this the better it gets.
Drew Estate - Kentucky Fire Cured Swamp Thang (10 Pack)
Is What It Is...
For a machine made stick I was surprised how loose it was wrapped, perhaps this diminished the flavor profile. The Candela wrapper came through at times, but found these lacking in flavor. I did not experience an intriguing balance of smokiness and sweetness for a complex and nuanced profile I will try the hand made Swamp Thang sticks at some point. I would not reorder these machine made sticks.
Captain Earle's - Ten Russians 8oz
Outstanding...
Beautiful cake. Great tin note. Outstanding smoke. I have been a big fan of Planta Full English, now discontinued for the USA market after Mac Baren bought out Planta. Bastards! This is quite similar, sans the Java leaf. This has a wonderful bitter chocolate, coffee note. Sweet but not overly so, medium strength English. Since everyone has discovered Billy Budd it seems to be continually out of stock. This is a fine smoke. Not as sweet, or floral as Father Dempsey. More of a refined Old Professor with those dark flavors. This is the closest blend that I've found that matches Planta Full English.Nicely done!
Punch - Rare Corojo Rapido
Smooth
Handmade, quality medium strength cigar for a few dollars. Really surprised me, leathery, earthy, a little spice. Halfway through the stick the flavors really came together. Quality wrapper. Great cigar for the price.
Cornell & Diehl - Burley Flake #4 2oz
Smooth..
Beautiful soft well fashioned flake. I have to redux my review on this blend. I was being very critical in my initial review. My first few bowls of this were so-so, but I really didn't dry it properly and smoked it straight from the tin. Give it some dry time, it will surely age nicely too. This is a great tasting blend. Beautiful Burley flake.
Cornell & Diehl - Da Vinci 2oz
Wicked Good...
If you like Latakia, this is heavy with it. The addition of good Burley really rounds out the blend. Although it is Latakia forward, similar to Star of the East, the Burley in this blend comes through and builds in flavor as you get into the bowl. The Virginia seems to compliment the sweetness and nuttiness of the blend. Really a pleasant smoke.
Cornell & Diehl - Burley Flake #1 2oz
Outstanding...
After reading such glorious reviews, I thought I would try this blend. Yeah, it's that good. Nutty, creamy with a hint of spice from the Perique. Straight from the tin, no drying time, no relights. C & D Dark Burley is a fine smoke. The flakes are extraordinarily thin and soft, just quality leaf. Robust flavor, this blend will let you know you are alive. Smoked in a Old Dominion Chesapeake cob.
Planta - Full English
Planta Brand Now a Mac Baren Tobacco!!!
Planta was recently bought by Mac Baren Tobacco. I hope they will continue this blend. UPDATE: I emailed Mac Baren...they said the Full English and Exotic blends will still be produced, just not exported to USA...Bastards.
Peterson - Royal Yacht 50g
Posh Spice
HMS Fermented Virginia. If you are a Virginia smoker, this is exceptional. In all my years of smoking I have never tried this before. Idiot. Worth every penny. Sweet, silky, satisfying. If there is a sugar casing, it is so light it didn't bother me or take away from the Virginia flavor. Stoved, fermented, quality blend. I did notice it generated a bit of moisture. I smoked this in a bent billiard meerschaum but will most likely use either a system pipe or dry system on future smokes with this. Not a distraction or problem, just a blend that generates some heat. Truly a Posh smoke, Indeed.
St. Bruno - Flake 1.75oz
Mild Pleasant Smoke
Classic blend. I don't know if I would consider this an Aro...the apple cider vinegar is present but also a traditional preservative. Initially, I couldn't help but compare this to HH Old Dark Fired Ready Rubbed, but it's not that. It's a unique flavor profile and quite a enjoyable blend. For those who enjoy the tangy sweetness of cider, this is a great blend that has stood the test of time.
Warped - Until the End 2oz
Brilliant
Bold but full of flavor. Don't let the words Cigar Leaf keep you from trying this. The Cigar Leaf is exceptionally mild. The Cavendish really takes this to a different level of smoothness. Subtle sweetness but from the Virginia, no added sugar casing that I could taste. Balanced with a subtle spice. I really enjoyed this and hoping Warped will continue producing this in quantity. It is frustrating to find an outstanding blend such as this only to find it out of stock. Truly a enjoyable smoke, Indeed.
Rattray's - Red Rapparee 50g
Classic
I found this to be a mild, pleasant smoke. Faint sweetness and background of Latakia. Nice billows of smoke from the Cavendish...clean burning... This is a very mild sipping blend, good room note, a little too mild for my wheelhouse but a nice change once in a while.
Mac Baren - HH Rustica Flake 3.5oz
Smooth and Very Sweet...
First let me thank MacBaren for producing a blend with Rustica. The flake is paper thin, really finely crafted and expertly presented. I've smoked my fair share of wild tobacco and Thuoc lao. The nicotine level in this blend is not that high, Rustica is blended in as a Perique would be and I would guess it is about 10% maybe much less. On charring light I could really taste the Virginia, nuttiness of Burley, a faint waft of Rustica, I was really happy. As I progressed into the bowl, I was surprised at the sweetness. Caramel...Then, the sugar casing was all I tasted. I wanted to go back to that charring light of complex flavors in the first third of the bowl. Now, it's a fine blend, just too sweet for MY taste. It is smooth, and very sweet. Your mileage may very...but I'm calling this an Aromatic. There is a lot of sugar in this. I will put this blend in my Aromatic rotation. It will be smoked, just need to be in the mood for something this sweet.
Old German Clay - Flowing Fountain (Black)
Great Pipe
With a fair amount of ornamentation this is a very balanced clay pipe. A medium sized bowl, just great for a 30 minute smoke.
Old German Clay - Blooming Flower (Black)
Beautiful Pipe
I must say, this is the most beautiful clay pipe I own. The detail on this is stunning. Heavy thick bowl...and a great smoker.
Sutliff - Crumble Kake Red Virginia 1.5oz
Outstanding...
This is an outstanding Virginia with a subtle fruitiness of tart apples from the cider vinegar. I smoked this in an Old Dominion Chesapeake as I thought a small bowl would be a good choice. One of the most enjoyable smokes. As someone who prefers a most bold smoke, I found this sweet, light blend a welcome change. All the flavors you want in a Virginia with the added subtle tartness of cider vinegar. Quality blend indeed.
Old Dominion - Virginia Planter
Great Smoker
As someone who has smoked through my fair share of MM pipes, I have always had a distasteful opinion of their plastic stem. This Virginia Planted is one great smoker. The bamboo stem neutral in flavor and all the Old Dominion pipes take a pipe cleaner easily. This pipe can give you a good long smoke. Utility, value, quality made. There's nothing fancy about this, just a great pipe.
Old Dominion - Chesapeake
Classic
I think this is the smallest of the Old Dominion cob pipes. I have a number of these either to try different blends or to stash in strategic spots around the house, garage, truck where I may find a good 15-20 minute smoke will suffice.
Old German Clay - Eagle's Talons (Black)
Step Back In Time
Markus Fohr Eagle's Talon is a rather small pipe with a subdued bowl. I usually smoke Virginia's in this one or something stout that a smaller bowl would be more suited.
Old German Clay - Tavern Cutty (Black)
Classic
Markus Fohr Tavern Cutty is a slightly smaller but forward canted bowl compared with the Tavern pipe. This is a fun pipe to smoke, one of my personal favorites.
Old German Clay - Tavern Belge (Black)
Old School Cool
Markus Fohr Tavern is one of my favorite pipes. With a deep and wide bowl. At almost 9" in length it is a treat to smoke.
Old German Clay - Pot (Black)
Workhorse
This is probably the most robust thick-walled clay pipe I own. I find myself drawn back to this pipe as it is such a great smoker. Quality clean smoking pipe.
Old German Clay - Billiard (Black)
Great Smoker
This was one of the first Markus Fohr clay pipes that I bought. It is a sturdy pipe with a large bowl for a clay pipe. One of my favorite smokers.
Sutliff - 526 - Old Professor
Outstanding...
Initially underwhelmed, I felt like I was sitting in a Women's Studies class, until halfway through the bowl the flavors hit me. Creamy, bitter chocolate, spice. Although it is a medium strength blend it really came through with what I would call dark flavors. I smoked this straight out of the bag, I recommend some drying time, I did get some moisture in the bowl. Not a big deal, by that time I was really enjoying the blend. Great flavor, complex notes, bitter chocolate and spice.
Peter Stokkebye - PS52 Proper English
Outstanding...
This is a medium strength blend expertly crafted with exceptional flavor. Not a Lat bomb per say...oh the Latakia is there, but the flavor profile just keeps getting richer the deeper into the bowl you get...I really enjoyed this blend. I often find myself gravitating to heavier more robust English blends. This gave such flavor I didn't miss the cigar leaf.
Gawith Hoggarth & Co. - #20 Latakia Mixture
Smooth
From a company known for their robust blends, this is a very balanced medium all day kind of smoke. I've wanted to try this for some time but it quickly sells out. There is a reason why. The Latakia was mild in the first third of the bowl, then it builds to a spicy finish that was exceptional.
Punch - Diablo Diabolitos (6 Pack)
Bold Robust Flavors
I ventured into this vitola to taste the Diablo blend. Chocolate, leather, spice, lots of spice...quite a bold flavor profile in a small stick. I did enjoy this after a hearty meal, which I do recommend. This little sticks are...Robust... The Diablo flavor profile will delight a seasoned smoker. The first inch of this little stick took me by surprise. It may be small but a quality handmade cigar that definitely packs a Punch...I'm looking forward to trying the other vitolas in this line. This is truly quality tobacco with a robust flavor profile.
Drew Estate - Kentucky Fire Cured Kyotos
Outstanding...
Having tried the KFC Delfinas it was time to try this Kyoto viola. A larger ring size, shorter, with double or triple the amount of filler than in the Delfinas, here the smoky wrapper blends nicely with the filler, more subdued but still a distinctive flavor. Leather, peat, spiciness, earthiness, with a tremendous amount of soft smoke. Balanced is a good word to describe this stick and one of the reasons it sells out so quickly.
Cutters & Accessories - Craftsman's Bench Bullet Cutter and Key Chain
Great Deal
For the price this is a great bargain...is it perfect...no...does it lock...no...does it work...yes
Cutters & Accessories - Craftsman's Bench V-Cutter
Great Deal
For the price this is a great tool...works great
Drew Estate - Kentucky Fire Cured Delfinas
Outstanding...
The main reason I wanted to try this vitola in the KFC line up was the wrapper, which is the star of the show. Smokey, spicy, creamy, rich abundant smoke. Nice spicy finish. Now, my hats off to the folks at Drew Estate for making this vitola. With a scant amount of filler, this wrapper shines. This looks and feels like a toy if you're used to a 52 ring, but this is a finely hand made quality cigar. Now another reviewer stated he could not get a draw on his. I nipped the cap with my V-cut gizmo and my draw was exceptional. I will try the other vitolas in this line, but I know I will keep coming back to this gem. It's the wrapper that is king. Now I've made a lot of cigars in my day, mostly ugly cheroots that I've air dried. To make a long thin cigar as this by hand takes an exceptional craftsman.
Kramer's - Father Dempsey
Smooth (Deos Grandi Fumo)
Encouraged by such fine reviews I took a gamble and won. A medium strength refined blend that for me no one element stood out initially. After the sweetness of the first half of the bowl, the spiciness of the second half of the bowl took over. The Turkish in this is very good, quite sweet yet not overpoweringly so. Amazing amount of smoke from this blend. Quite a distinctive floral note, not in flavor for me but in room note. This has a room note most Aromatics would die for. I would not be surprised if a little rose water is added to this.So much flavor going on I didn't taste it, but the room note was very floral. I did not experience tongue bite with this blend and smoked this in a clay pipe. Exceptional blend, save me some please.
Gawith Hoggarth & Co. - Black Twist Sliced
Outstanding...
Velvet smoke, charred sugar, bitter chocolate and caramel, for me the sweetness over-rides the strength. Compared to a bowl of straight Perique this is medium in strength and full of flavor. More char and smokiness than a stoved Virginia, yet still pleasant sweet complex flavors. Fantastic straight and should make a great mixing component. I was delighted with the tremendous amount of smoke this produced. A couple reviewers stated they tasted licorice, happily I did not.
Cornell & Diehl - Bayou Night
Wicked Good...
It's an English blend, with all your usual suspects...excuse me, a Scottish blend of Burley, Latakia, Orientals, Perique, Virginia...like you've smoked in a hundred different blends, right? This is different. Someone left the Estrogen out of this one. You might not like this. Millennial's may be offended. This blend doesn't care about you. It's not going to hug you if you cry. This is artistry. Bold Perique forward, yet all the subtle nuances of the blend come through. Truly sublime.
Cornell & Diehl - Mountain Camp
Outstanding...
I've wanted to try this blend for a good while. Now that I have, I'm kicking myself for not trying this sooner. Burley and Perique forward...hints of sweetness but a bold no nonsense smoke. I smoked this in an Old Dominion Chesapeake, just a 20 minute smoke to try this. I needed more. This is a outstanding blend. Other reviewers have called this something special. I must agree. One of the great things about this blend is it is not too sweet. The balance of flavors is fantastic.
Low Country - Vanilla
Not Ready For Prime Time
Well, I smoke a good bit of LC Virginia and it's a great tobacco. Love LC Virginia...So I risked $3 and bought a bit of the Vanilla. The LC Hazelnut isn't bad...not great, but smoke-worthy. This simply had no vanilla flavor that I could distinguish. Disappointed, but hey, that's why we try different blends...I can imagine it's hard to create a good low cost aromatic. But you get what you pay for in the Aro-sphere... I gave it a 2.5 simply for the sake of customer service...it's ok...I don't need a refund...Thx Now, I hate to write bad reviews...and I'm a fan of LC. If I was advising them, I'd say..."Stick to what you're good at"...I'll keep buying their Virginia ...Virginia-Burley...Virginia-Oriental...that's great tobacco for a great price...
G. L. Pease - Robusto 2oz
Outstanding...
Fantastic blend. More cigar forward and hints of Latakia in the background, Smooth, creamy, mouth-watering blend of fine tobaccos. Truly robust on initial light, the Latakia slides in for added spice as the bowl progresses. Truly, one of the finest blends I have smoked. Quality comes at a price. This is worth every penny.
Edward G. Robinson - Edward G. Robinson's Pipe Blend 1.5oz
Smooth
I've wanted to try this blend for a while. I found this to be a mild aromatic that really came alive about midway through the bowl. Fruity, spicy, slow burning cool smoke. No chemical taste, clean burning, no bite. Truly a very pleasant smoke.
Captain Black - Original 1.5oz
Actually Not Bad...
I received a small bag of this from a friend for Christmas. I have never smoked this, so hesitantly I ventured into the OTC unknown. Let me say, it's sweet. Cloyingly sweet and initially disgusting, yet not as much PG as I imagined it would have. Yet I smoked on. Brave of me, right? Halfway through the bowl, I realized I was actually enjoying it. Vanilla, cherry maybe...it had a flavor, but what it was did not connect with any known flavor on Earth. I smoked on. I started to think of this dusky gal in Bangkok, a real crossway breezer I swear. So, all in all, I would say this is a tobacco to have around in a tobacco emergency, a Dystopian future where Smoking Pipes does not exist, God Forbid...
F & K - Lancer Ready Rubbed
Smooth
Frankly, my first bowl of this was underwhelming at best. That is simply due to all the DFK and cigar leaf my palette has grown accustomed to. This is a smooth refined blend. like a sipping whiskey. Once I removed my preconceptions, and just took it for what it was, I really enjoyed this blend. My first couple of bowls were in a clay pipe, I switched to an Old Dominion cob and that really kicked up the flavor. Virginia just loves those Old Dominion cobs. Now, this is a fairly robust priced blend. But after a couple days, I think I'll keep this in my rotation.
Sutliff - Pumpkin Spice
Pleasant Room Note
This was a pleasant smoke. I loaded a clean Meer and proceeded to get big billows of smoke.Quality tobacco. No chemical flavor or aftertaste. Room note was a real crowd pleaser. Now, I didn't get a strong pumpkin flavor but I did get a good cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. Burnt marshmallow...not bad. Interestingly, the room note had a strong smell of pumpkin as I was told. For me a holiday treat and certainly fits the bill. Nicely done. It's true...the women folk find this aroma irresistible. They will be on you like white on rice. I guarantee.
Sutliff - Spiced Rum
Wicked Good...
Now I often flavor a bit of tobacco with rum, however I do not use a blackstrap rum, which this is flavored with. Outstanding. I was worried it would leave my pipe with a goopy mess but burned quite clean. Great tobacco, great flavor, this is an Aro winner in my book. I will order more. If you like a sweet English once in a while, add a bit of this to your favorite English or Balkan blend. I guarantee!
Sutliff - Z50 Black Cordial
Outstanding...
This was a tasty surprise. Well, I didn't get a lot of cherry or vanilla, but the spices were pleasant. A good winter smoke. Be warned, the nutmeg left my palette numb for a while after smoking this. So, smoke after dinner, not before. Good smooth smoke.
Sutliff - D61-Vanilla Royale
Nice Smoke
Very mild vanilla flavor. Outstanding gentle smoke. I will most likely mix this with LC Hazelnut. Enjoyable on its own, but subtle flavor.
Sutliff - 1M
Nice Smoke
Mild flavor, maybe a bit too mild for my taste, but enjoyable. Room note is nice, but a tad subtle in flavor for my taste.
Planta - Full English
Wicked Good...
I have tried a few of the Planta Aros and really like them, so I thought I would try their English blend. I loaded a Savinelli Dry System and proceeded to have my mind blown. I smoke a good bit of Billy Budd...This gives Billy Budd a run for the money...this is rich, dark, flavors of coffee and chocolate come through with the Java leaf. This is a superb blend I will be stocking up on. Latakia is present but not overwhelming, however the flavor of the Latakia lingered on my palette for a good while after finishing the bowl. This is a quality blend and excellent smoke. My only gripe is that this does not come in a resealable bag, so it needs a new bag or container after opening. A small price to pay for such a great smoke.But nevertheless, a little hassle.
Low Country - Hazelnut
Smooth
I've been wanting to try this LC Hazelnut for a while. Now I smoke a bit of Nutty Irishman, so I'm comparing this to that. Overall it is a pleasant smoke. Not as flavorful as Nutty Irishman. I'll probably mix this with some vanilla or Cavendish. Good flavor, great price.
Grand Croupier - Double Down
Outstanding...
I loaded up a new Old Dominion cob and was surprised at the sweet nutty flavor. I would say my bag was about 70% Burley, 30% Virginia...great quality. For the price it is simply outstanding.
Arango - Balkan Supreme
Outstanding...
I've been smoking this blend a good while now...and have a few pounds up in smoke. This is a very nice smoke indeed. I noticed I neglected to write a review, so let me say, although the product description states "Full-bodied and Latakia-laden" I would say it is a medium strength and the Latakia is not overpowering, a quality well balanced blend. I did notice doing an inventory today that I have a couple pounds of this tucked away for a rainy day, or zombie apocalypse, either way, I've got a stash of this, so yeah, I'm good. I see it's becoming quite a popular blend, for a good reason.
Sutliff - J4 - Burley
Wicked Good...
OK, I smoke a good bit of C & D Burley in all it's glorious manifestations. I likes me some Burley. After reading such fine reviews I thought I would try this. So I loaded up a new MF clay pipe and took a little time out to try this. Surprised me, creamy nutty with a chestnut flavor. Mild, no bite, smooth all day kinda Burley. Medium strength, caramel like notes at the end of the bowl. Sweet Burley. Now I'm sure this will be a great blender, but this is a quality Burley to enjoy straight.
Cornell & Diehl - Derringer
Smooth Sweet Virginia
I smoke a good bit of Yorktown and Bright Virginia...and the last couple of days I've been smoking a good bit of the LC Virginia...so I'm comparing Derringer to these. I found this to be a pleasant sweet smoke, but I do think it may be cased with sugar as the natural flavors of a good Virginia didn't come through for me, just sweetness. Now, there is nothing wrong with that, but I prefer the full range of flavors of Virginia in Yorktown or Low Country Virginia. This did burn cool and smooth and was a pleasant smoke. Smoking this in an Old Dominion cob enhanced the flavor of this tobacco. It's a bit sweet, but still a great smoke. I upgraded my rating to 4.5.
Cornell & Diehl - Engine #382
Olde Timey Goodness
Now back in the day, I smoked a good bit of tobacco with Deer Tongue leaf. Frankly, I can't remember the last time I had it, and not sure why I stopped. I think tobacco companies found a cheaper substitute along the way and it just stopped being made into blends. Bag note is fragrant and sweet. Now Deer Tongue leaf has the same chemical as Tonquin, coumarins. And as someone who lived in the South Pacific for a good while, it's also a home remedy for malaria. Unfortunately, they drink it in a tea, if they smoked it, it would keep the damn skeeters away in the first place, but I digress. In this blend the Burley takes center stage, the Cavendish and Virginia come in and the Deer Tongue is blended as a Latakia. In the background, not overpowering. Nicely done. Now, I smoked this in a clay pipe, I would imagine that Deer Tongue would most likely ghost a briar like a Poltergeist, so be warned. Excellent pleasurable blend.
Cornell & Diehl - Red Virginia Cavendish
Puffy Clouds of Virginia Happiness
If you like your Virginia, this is a outstanding rich flavored tobacco. A little more subtle in sweetness than a Stoved Virginia, but with a rich taste and a hint of spiciness. Big billowy clouds of fragrant room note as an added bonus. This is a pleasant smoke on its own and sure to be a great blending flavor. Quality tobacco, to be sure.
Daughters & Ryan - Ramback 3.5oz
Blender
I smoke a good bit of C & D Turkish. SP was out of it in bulk when I placed my last order. I've smoked a good bit of D & R Perique blends along the way and I've enjoyed them. So, I didn't hesitate to order this Turkish. Fresh sweet tin note, which unfortunately did not necessarily equate with flavor. It is what it is. Next time, I will buy a C & D tin of Turkish if bulk isn't available. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not going to let this go to waste but I won't buy this again. There are too many other quality Turkish variants available, but I thought it was worth a shot. This would probably be great for RYO.
Peter Stokkebye - PS312 Toasted Burley
Outstanding...
If you are a Burley fan, this is one fine smoke. This is, in my opinion a bit more nutty, a little less sweet than Kentucky Fired . Taste wise it's unique, sweeter than an air dried Burley, with a subtle spiciness reminiscent of Latakia. Quite an exceptional smoke, indeed. I must have more...
Low Country - Natural Virginia
Smooth Virginia
I've been smoking a good bit of LC Virginia and Burley, Virginia and Oriental. So I'd say I knew the general flavor of the Virginia. I smoke a good bit of C & D Yorktown, which is a great blend of fine Virginia. LC Virginia blend here is half the price of Yorktown, is it half as good? Let me say, it's almost as good. Smooth and sweet. A great no nonsense Virginia suitable for blending or straight...price wise, it's exceptional quality for the money. I'm waiting for LC to offer Burley and Oriental in bulk...I'm waiting...
Sutliff - 507-S Stoved Virginia
Outstanding...
Should I even say anything? I know others have been smoking this, because I've had it on my shopping cart and they've run out before I ordered. Am I breaking an unspoken rule? If something is this good, keep it to yourself. How could I be the first to review this? Yeah, well...I loaded up the clean MM and fired up a bowl straight. Who needs an Aromatic? This is candy, sweet like Latakia, caramel smokiness, puffy clouds of happiness. Nice toasty bitterness as I finished the bowl. Spicy, sweet, luxurious Virginia. Sure, this is great for blending, but seriously, as a stand alone tobacco it is outstanding. But remember, you didn't hear it from me...
Planta - Anno MMXIV (Fruity and Fragrant)
Pleasant Smoke
This is the fourth Planta aromatic I have tried. All have been very good, very interesting and unique. The initial flavor of this was one of sweet Cavendish, fruitiness, spice. Good tobacco with no chemical flavor or aftertaste. Pleasant fruit flavor. This is a milder blend than their Exotic blend, very pleasant enjoyable aromatic. A couple of reviews commented this is like smoking potpourri. Maybe true, but if so, it's very good potpourri. For the price, these are enjoyable aromatic blends that are well worth a taste.
Mac Baren - HH Old Dark Fired Ready Rubbed
Outstanding Blend
This is an outstanding blend...Good rich DFK flavor. The more I smoke this, the better it gets and in the clay pipe it's just about perfect. Outstanding tobacco blend.
Cornell & Diehl - Constellation
Smooth Latakia Bomb
Do you like Latakia, with your Latakia? Now Pirate Kake has about 75% Latakia. I like Pirate Kake. I think this has even more Latakia. I like Latakia and often smoke a straight bowl of it. This has a touch of Virginia and Burley, and frankly it was just Latakia that I tasted. There's nothing wrong with that. I enjoyed this. It's a very sweet, smoky Latakia driven blend. Light to medium on nicotine. I added a little Cigar Leaf and a bit more Burley on my next bowl and liked it even more. This is not a balanced blend, to me. It's great for the Latakia, but I will be blending this to add some depth.
Planta - Anno MMVII (Black Mixture)
Huckleberry Good
After tasting several of these Planta brand Aromatics, I'm impressed. I pulled out a fresh clean Meer and loaded it for another Aro adventure. OK if I knew better I would have tasted this before the Exotic blend, but now I know. The flavor of this blend is outstanding. More of a subtle berry flavor than the flavor bomb of the Exotic. Smooth, good Cavendish, sweet Huckleberry goodness. No chemical taste or aftertaste for me. I really enjoyed this. Once in a while, this will be a great change of pace. I didn't think I would like a berry flavored tobacco, but I must say this was a treat. UPDATE: I've been smoking a good bit of this and to my surprise I'm loving it...I never thought I would like a blueberry tobacco...I'm about to buy a blue Savinelli Alligator to commit to this blend...it's that good...
Planta - Anno MMVIII (Exotic Mixture)
Tasty Treat
Flavor, flavor flavor. OK I'm becoming a fan of this Planta brand. I tried the Brazilian mix the other day and was pleasantly surprised with an unusual Lime flavored tobacco. Very different and really liked it. After a day of fine Burley's and Balkan's I foraged ahead into the evening with a couple of Aromatics from Planta I've been wanting to try. I loaded up the fresh Meer and instantly was blasted with flavor. Something spicy, was it clove? Could it be chili? It's a spicy on my tongue. Fruity goodness with no chemical flavor or aftertaste to me. Sweet Cavendish. Tropical fruit. Yeah, it's good. If your a fan of Nightcap, you may just want to check this blend out. It has flavor, intense flavor that in my opinion blows Nightcap away. Yeah, I said it. This is one enjoyable bowl of fruity goodness. Probably the most flavor of any Aromatic I've smoked and certainly one of the most enjoyable. Once in a while, a bowl of fruity goodness is a great change of pace. Room note was awesome. This is a winner. I love this...
Sutliff - Balkan II
Outstanding...
This is a very sweet Balkan. Is it as good as Sutliff: Balkan Sobranie Original Mix Match? Yes, but this blend is much sweeter to me. The additional Turkish in this blend creates a very pleasing sweetness that highlights the Latakia. The moisture content was great and did not need a relight. Creamy, spicy and honey sweet. It's right on the edge for me as being too sweet, if that's a thing. Could I smoke this all day, oh yeah. Would that level of sweetness drive me to face another bowl of straight Perique? This is outstanding, don't get me wrong. It's almost perfection, just cloyingly sweet. Medium in strength. This is outstanding, but I will reserve it for those times I want an Aromatic without smoking an Aromatic.
Cornell & Diehl - Black Cavendish
Smooth
We all love Cavendish. It's like tomato paste. It just brings all the flavors together. But really, why not smoke a straight bowl of it? Sweet, creamy, hints of Latakia. Fermented tobacco. The sugars are very present. Creamy smoke. Excellent room note. Once in a while, I smoke a straight bowl of Latakia, it's outstanding. Sometimes, when I hate myself, I'll smoke a straight bowl of Perique. Sure this is a great mixing component and the base of most aromatics. But do you really need to put any flavoring on this? As I smoked it, it just seemed to get better, creamier, sweeter. This tobacco had a good moisture content, but stayed lit till the bottom of the bowl. Black Cavendish straight no chaser. This is outstanding tobacco.
Cornell & Diehl - Dark Burley
Wicked Good...
I like Burley. I smoke a good bit of C&D Ribbon Cut Burley every month. Now, where has this been hiding? Did I just overlook this? This is not your kinder, gentler Burley. This is the Burley that when sipped has a nutty, creamy spice. A hint of cigar leaf, yeah. If you push it the fangs come out. Nice Burley bite, if you're into that sort of thing. I'm looking forward to mixing this but truly, this was a great bowl of quality tobacco. Don't hesitate to smoke it straight. It's a bit more bold than the regular ribbon cut, just as smooth, just a little kicked up. I'm going to mix it, going to smoke it straight, going to put it on my cornflakes. This is the good stuff.
Cornell & Diehl - White Burley
Nice Smoke
I like Burley. I smoke a good bit of the C&D Burley Ribbon Cut each month. I have had White Burley in blends, but can't remember how long it's been since I've had it straight. It is a soft mild Burley, with a hint of nuttiness. It's the kinder, gentler Burley. It's a pleasant smoke and would pair well with Bright Virginia, which I will try later today. For me, I prefer a heartier Burley to smoke straight but this is fine tobacco for blending. This has all the joy of Burley, just toned down a wee bit. Nothing wrong with that. Nice pleasant smoke.
Cornell & Diehl - Star of the East
Nice Smoke
Do you like Latakia? Now to be fair, I just smoked and reviewed Sutliff: Balkan Sobranie Original Mix Match, so to compare I filled a clean pipe and fired up a bowl of Star of the East. Life isn't fair... Sutliff: Balkan Sobranie Original Mix Match is cheaper and I have to say, in my quiet voice, better. Now, this is a fine blend, there is nothing wrong with it. This had your typical C&D cut, burns well and needed no relights. Great tasting blend. I felt a bit guilty, looking over at the bag of Sutliff: Balkan Sobranie Original Mix Match as I was smoking this. But this is a great smoke too. Could I smoke this all day, you bet. But... "It's not you, it's me..well, maybe it's you." "I love you but I'm not In Love with you." UPDATE: Ok, well I felt bad...if I hadn't kissed the Balkan girl we'd still be together. Let's make up...you're awesome...but I'm still going to see the Balkan girl...OK
Sutliff - Balkan S Original Mix Match
Smooth
Let me say from the start, I have never had the original Balkan Sobranie. I understand that the original blend used a good amount of Yenidje tobacco. The oriental tobacco used in this had a slightly sweeter flavor than the Izmir. Is it Yenidje? I don't know, frankly, I don't care. This is outstanding. Bag note is exceptional. The cut is a little rougher than say a C&D blend, not bad, just different. The bulk was fairly dry but still needed several relights, I believe due to the cut as different tobacco's have a different burn rate. That being said, I didn't mine the relights. After an Aro safari, coming back to a fine Olde English is nice. Now I'm a big fan of H&H Blackhouse, which is another fine Balkan Sobranie hack. This may give Blackhouse a run for their money. The Latakia in this is present, but here the Oriental and Virginia take center stage. This is a sweet flavorful smoke. I don't care what they call it. Is it as good as the original? I don't know and don't care, since the original is no more. It is what it is...and it's awesome. Mic drop...
Cornell & Diehl - Chopped Cigar Leaf
Outstanding...
Cigar Leaf. Pennsylvania cigar wrapper. Bag note is sweet, bold. My bulk order was fairly dry, a little rougher cut, I wouldn't say it is ribbon cut. I took an ounce or so out and hand rubbed it. Fair amount of hard veins I set aside to make press cake, as these will burn at a different rate from the leaf. I loaded up the clean MM and fired it up. Deliciously sweet, almost tasted like DFK. Smooth, not harsh, no bite. This is quality cigar wrapper, the good stuff. Halfway through the bowl, I was wondering if 8 ounces a month would be enough, maybe I should order more. The bottom of the bowl was as sweet and enjoyable as the initial taste. Sure this is a great mixing component, but no reason not to smoke this straight, in copious quantities. Hay, brown sugar, sweet smoky happiness. This is the good stuff, the very good stuff.
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