Customer Reviews (56 Total)
Delicious
August 06, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Ive smoke about a quarter pound of regular and special reserve plum pudding now and they share a common thread... they are absolutely delicious. I do prefer the special reserve for it's added smoothness and depth of flavor. Normally i just prefer ... Read More
to slice off a slab and loosely crumble it into medium to large sized chunks for a solid 1.5 hour smoke. A word of caution: only prepare what u intend to smoke for the next pipe or day at most. I made the mistake of preparing half the brownie since i was smoking so much of it and then i ended up putting it aside for a couple months. The plum flavor will dissipate during that time. Smoked fresh the plum flavor is absolutely fantastic and is a companion from first light to last puff. Rich, smokey, mesquite, spicy, smooth, and truly a melange of fine smoky and plum flavors that is intoxicating in the best way. I dont deliberate on the flavors im tasting here, i just lounge in my chair and drink it all in and relax. A little mesquite here, a lot of campfire and leather there, and some spicy perique and cavendish throughout. Make no mistake though, this is more enjoyable with the plum flavor present and accounted for. If you like a rich english smoke its hard to go wrong here. Medium in body and mild in nicotine from my experience. Even after several relights it maintains its flavor and body without getting harsh. Special reserve ages magnificently, and gets even smoother and more rich/complex in flavor. In my opinion this is the best that SPC has to offer hands down, being a true stand out blend. If I may be so bold... both this blend and the original are easily in the top 10 best blends currently in production and for my preference top 3( even over penzance). As a lover of pretty much all tobaccos, and a guy whose rotation and preferences are forever shifting and exploring new blends, PPSR always finds ito way back to the top of my rotation. If you like English tobaccos I highly recommend trying this one. It may be a little pricey but it's worth every penny.
ADDENDUM: In the time since I first smoked these blends, I've learned that I largely dislike the processing done on most* Sutliff and McClelland blends. That being said, I still thoroughly enjoy PP Special Reserve and other blends from these companies. Generally speaking I do not, however, so I figured it might be a good idea to add this info in case there are people with similar likes and dislikes. My opinion of PP Special Reserve remains unchanged for now (I'm about.to pop a fresh tin and begin the journey side by side with aged regular PP), and that is to say that it is pretty awesome stuff and extremely smooth. It might be impossible to make this one bite, once dried correctly. Seriously. Read Less
One of the best
November 19, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I smoke pretty much all varieties of tobacco, strong, weak, vaper, virgina and english, all on a regular basis. This is definitely one of the best. Almost did not write the review, since I didn't want it to sell out like everything else that is goo... Read More
d. The flavor is very complex. The tobacco is dense and easy to light. All around great tobacco, will definitely be buying more. Read Less
别嫌贵，值得买
December 03, 2018
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
李子布丁在中国的老斗客中知名度比较高，而且是一致的好评，不过我只抽过这个特别版。据说是厂家偶然搞到了一批非常好的L草，所以就有了特别版的李子布丁和密西西比河。开罐后是一个整齐的方砖，不过比较松散，用手就很容易捏碎，前1/3斗有淡淡的李子香气，从一半开始味道转浓，有种甜香，劲道适中，一斗下来意犹未尽。我个人觉得比登喜路的L草更好抽，推荐大家试一试
Long Pleasurable Smoke
June 09, 2018
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I enjoy many different varieties and the pleasure they afford. Plum Pudding is one such enjoyable smoke; smooth, flavorful, complex and definitely sublime. Burns well and plan on an hour+ long smoke. Fantastic smoke! Cellar a few as like everything e... Read More
lse, good things don't last forever. Read Less
Flavor Practically Bursting from the Tin!
November 27, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Everything positive that's been said about this stuff is true; it's like the original but a little stronger and even more flavorful. Inside the tin is a giant crumble cake that's incredibly dense—and its full of strong, savory aromas and flavors. It ... Read More
burns forever! Ash is always fine white with zero dottle, so long as it's given proper time to dry. Great blend for when you want an English with a LOT of flavor. I like the original too though; I'd say this one might be too heavy for some, but I like my blends STOUT. Unlike the original, it's a true cake in that it's all once big piece, not several thin cakes. The only criticism I have is that S.P.C. should wrap up their cakes in paper like other blenders. Seems a shame to let these beautiful cakes bang around inside the tin, as sometimes they get a bit crumbled. Anyway, great show. Hopefully S.P.C. can keep 'em coming because I'm certain they'll keep selling! Read Less
Awesome Plug
May 22, 2018
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Best smoke i have ever had in 35yrs is from this tin. 1.35hrs of pure ecstasy. What a superb blend of tobaccos.
It is soooo good!
November 21, 2018
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
All of the glowing reviews that you have read about this tobacco are true. Anything contrary is a dirty lie. This is the tobacco that your mother warned you about. You will be addicted. I would give it 6 stars if that was possible. I won't bore you w... Read More
ith the details, just smoke some now. Seriously...now. Read Less
浓郁而粗犷的优雅
October 16, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
浓郁而粗犷的优雅，优美的，最美味的选择，虽然贵点但值得多买点备着。
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
丰富的变化，中后段的醇香极其美妙，让本来不喜欢拉塔基的人也爱上了这款草，感谢JOE！
相对于特别版，更喜欢普通版本
April 02, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
普通版酸甜口会更明显，特别版香味会更突出。自己取舍。 PS:台湾是中国不可分割的领土~！
Oh My Gosh!!!
January 30, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
It has to be the best blend I have ever had. It is so smooth that it never burns my nostrils. It has a perfect balance. Nothing is more pronounced more than the other. Perfect!!
Excellent Sipping Tobacco
January 05, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
This tobacco is just wonderful. Cool burning with sweet smoke. It’s meant to be savored slowly. If you sip little draws from it and avoid long heating draws it is absolutely perfect. No nicotine burn but the nicotine is there. This is a great all day... Read More
smoke, or a relaxing evening smoke. Also a good after dinner dessert treat. Delightful flavor in a league of its own. Give it a try. Read Less
Wow...just Wow...
May 02, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I bought this because of the reviews...didn't disappoint...flavor is excellent...slow burning...great moisture...worth the extra money for such quality.
UPDATE: After smoking a few bowls of this, I must say, it's wicked good...I'll be saving this fo... Read More
r my Sunday smoke with a nose burner...best tobacco flavor I've enjoyed.
UPDATE: WOW... Read Less
Excellent
October 16, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I was curious how it would compare to the regular plum pudding, you will not be disappointed. Tremendously rich and more depth in the flavor than the original and that's saying a lot.
Special Indeed
October 05, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I'm a tremendous fan of the original Plum Pudding which I cannot give enough praise. However this special reserve truly is a much more rich blend. I read that Joe Lankford was offered these special small leaf tobaccos found on a shelf in a warehouse.... Read More
Rather than making something new with them he took these and substituted them for some of the orientals in the original Plum Pudding blend. And that's what we have here. Yet another fantastic smoke from a great blender. Read Less
Yes Please!
April 13, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Great blend! Sweet, smokey with a bit of spice. If your thinking about it... get it!
Great tobacco!
March 19, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Smokes great, cool, with a great room note too. Really look forward to see how it ages.
Even Better!
February 09, 2017
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
As a lover of the original Plum Pudding, I looked forward to trying this 'Special Reserve' iteration. Wow...Imagine a richer, more flavorful version that keeps changing with the entire smoke. It comes from the tin as a 'big brownie' that you shred an... Read More
d pull apart into chunks. Interestingly, these are very easy to light, and keep lit, through the entire smoke. AND, it burns to a very fine ash, leaving a clean, cool pipe. This is a 'Plum Pudding', made even better. Highly recommended. Read Less
Top notch
December 18, 2016
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Amazing, worth the extra money.
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
This is one of the worst tobaccos I've purchased. I like Joe Lankford's tobaccos normally; regular Plum Pudding, Galloping Gertie, and Potlach. This missed the mark by a long shot. The texture crumbles to a dust-like material. Don't believe the hype ... Read More
of this one. Read Less
相对于特别版，更喜欢普通版本
April 02, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
普通版酸甜口会更明显，特别版香味会更突出。自己取舍。 PS:台湾是中国不可分割的领土~！
ABSOLUTELY the best
January 31, 2020
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
This is my first try with PP Special Reserve, and Im in hog heaven. WOW!!!! what a great tobacco, it's easy to smoke, great Plum Flavor and the touch of Perique is in the background just to let you know its there. I'm a big Vaper smoker and was a li... Read More
ttle hesitant to order an English style tobacco, but Im glad I did. This is NOT a latakia forward English. It has its own nuances and it burns all the way down, while leaving a very white ash, with very little to no Dottle. I will be buying some more to cellar. Read Less
Best Pipe Tobacco
January 20, 2020
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I have come to realize this blend could drastically reduce my rotation. It just hits every button. The transitions in this tobacco satisfies every mood. First it's sweet and sour...the Oriental comes out early. Not long after, the Latakia starts show... Read More
ing up from time to time. As it moves on, you get more pepper, and that different kind of sour that comes from Perique. No bite but your tongue tingles....not sure if it's the VA or the Perique. This is also a blend that has surprises....sometimes wood, sometimes leather. Even sweet shows up again later in the bowl...sometimes. Never get bitter, bland or ashy, smokes to the bottom, no gurgling. Easy to prepare , mostly easy to pack. It doesn't lend itself to turning into dust when rubbing it out like "regular" Plum Pudding (there's a statement you don't think you'll ever hear). The extra nicotine is satisfying but not overwhelming; it's a full flavor but still somehow easy on the pallet, no bite, burns cool, requires few re-lights, burns for a couple hours if you sip it. And, to top all that off, my wife loves the room note and doesn't complain at all about smoking it in the house. Smells like sweet cedar. She like it so much, she wanted to taste it herself. I have started wondering if it is actually possible to drastically reduce my rotation as a result of this blend. It doesn't satisfy an urge for a good strong Burley or a pure sweet VA or VA/Per. But with PPSR, I might actually be able to take my rotation down from 36 to less than 10...that's how good this blend is. It's good in the morning, good at night, just good all the time, fits every occasion, every season, and almost any urge for a particular type of tobacco. Frankly, I'm not sure I couldn't get by with JUST THIS ONE blend and be happy the rest of my life. Read Less
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Usually I prefer Virginia's, with their sweetness. I don't like any flavored tobacco's at all. But two years ago I bought the PP regular and I have been excited. It's is a great blend. This tobacco is in my top 3 list. I read a few reviews about the ... Read More
PPSR but was never eat to buy it. I couldn't believe it could get better. But it is possibile. This one is a bit pricey but every cent spend worth. Definitely 5 stars Read Less
Rich, tangy and consistent
February 23, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
My favorite tobacco. It is consistently good in a variety of weather temperatures/conditions and pipes. Strong flavor of latakia and orientals that provides a solid, tangy smoke throughout the mid to late portion of the bowl. Flavor has not suffered ... Read More
or changed with dryness of tobacco.
I had been looking for a balkan/oriental to replace my previous favorite, Frog Morton on the Bayou. This seems do fit that role nicely. Read Less
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
One of the best tobacco I have ever tasted.
You will have a lot of smelling while smoking, it's funny and pleasing. It's definitely you have to try.
Even Better then the Best
November 27, 2018
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
What’s better than the best tobacco blend ever? This stuff is. I thought PP couldn’t get any better until this came along. It’s not so different that I am ever disappointed with the original but I will order several of these if they ever come availab... Read More
le again. Read Less
Truly wonderful
November 11, 2018
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Plum Pudding is, without a doubt, my favorite crumble-cake of all time and it’s in my top three amongst English Balkan blends. In fact, when I consider all things such as affordability and how easy it is to get, it’s probably my favorite tobacco. The... Read More
Special Reserve blend is, in a word, remarkable. These high quality, wonderfully fragrant tobaccos have been expertly and artfully combined to create a truly amazing crumble-cake. The Orientals in this blend are among the best I’ve ever smoked. A delightful blend of smokey sweetness and spice. It’s smooth, cool burning, quite savory, and a touch sweet with tons of flavor right down to the bottom of the bowl. There are notes of campfire and barbecue in the retohale with a nice leathery, peppery floral essence. The cake crumbles so nicely and has a brownie like feel to it. The tobacco lights readily, stays lit, and when packed with a light hand, tremendous flavor and luxurious clouds of smoke are produced. Combining this many tobaccos without the blend becoming muddled is not an easy task. Joe didn’t just succeed at doing this, he has blended these tobaccos in such a way that they become something more. Like the instruments of an orchestra playing in harmony, it’s a symphony of top notch tobaccos that hits all the notes, creating a real masterpiece. It just can’t be improved upon in my opinion. A truly wonderful blend. Well done Mr. Lankford. Read Less
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Absolutely one of the best
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
This is the best smoking tobacco I have tried. More depth than other English varieties. Gear up for a long smoke though, took about 2 hours for my first bowl.
excellent
October 20, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
this stuff is so good that , it's worth the price just for that first sniff when the can is opened
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
great stuff
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Pretty complex for me, I rotate it every so often. My close friend said it carried like the tobacco of his grandfather in England. Instant flashback. It is strange smells will take us back in time, this one did. Good smoke, worth the higher price.
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Okay, so I reviewed this stuff about a year ago and I didn’t like it at all. I gave it another try and now I think it’s excellent. There is really nothing I would change about it. I *might* sprinkle in some more red Virginia, but that’s something I c... Read More
an do at home. The tin note is enticing; the bready, grass-and-hay of the Virginias is addicting; the raininy Perique is enthralling; the smokey, piney Latakia is well-proportioned and adds beautiful complexity. If you like the Northwestern style of VaPers, this one will never disappoint. Stock up. Cellar a tin for a year or more and it only gets better. Read Less
Great Smoke
September 23, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
When I opened the tin I knew this would be a great smoke. It was everything I thought it would be, tasty with a great aroma. An excellent choice.
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
This tobacco is one of the best tobacco blends I have ever had. I have 4 tins aging, one open. Its complex, smooth, tasty on every level. There’s a type of fine wine, merlot, Cabernet flavor to it that is wonderful in the evening or on a cold day. Se... Read More
riously, this stuff is so good, you need to try it. Only downside, it’s a bugger to keep lit in the beginning but once it gets going, good gravy, it’s good. It gets better as the smoke continues. I get giggly when I slice off a slab to smoke because I know what’s about to happen. Pure enjoyment…. Read Less
Has it all!
June 27, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
It’s loved by most and for good reason. It’s got the nic kick, the flavor and I feel a nice room note. Worth a try for sure
Fantastic plug
May 24, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Smoked one bowl and immediately ordered three more tins. I find I enjoy this plug more than the flack. Wow factor for me. Taste and smoothness definitely won me over.
Most invigorating
March 27, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Tart and savory throughout. Great while doing plumbing work. My wife directed me to the shower after smoking it though. Can't wait to take this one camping.
If I could recommend one tobacco, this would be it!
March 04, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I've got lots of English blends I've loved. I'm a fan of GL Pease stuff -- especially Quiet Nights, Spark Plug and Odyssey. Particularly during cold weather. I also have to say, I think people who shun all aromatics are snobby grinches. This was one ... Read More
of the first blends that blew my mind, and I would say it's the staple of what I keep around. It's a really nice experience out of the pipe. Dark, beautiful, smells great in the tin. Strong at first, but I find some of the plum and
tart sourness that are there when you crack it mellow out in the weeks that follow (if it lasts that long). The smoke is rich, sweet, smoky, well-balanced, complex. There are times when I smell the smoldering briar and think it's my favorite tobacco I've ever smoked. Not always -- but I find it has enough going on that I'm always finding little new details, and then other times old details that made me love it to begin with. If I could recommend a single tobacco for anyone, regardless of what they usually smoke, it would be this one. In terms of preparation, I get the best results when I give it an hour to dry after cutting. Also, it's nice when it has a little age on it. But I like it both ways -- a little more mellowed from age, and fresh and fuller. Read Less
Long smoke
January 18, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Be prepared for a long session if you pack a full bowl but it'll be worth every minute. It's smoother than regular plum pudding with no tongue bite unless you're rushing. Which you shouldn't with this blend, ever. Take your time. Relax and enjoy the ... Read More
flavor. Read Less
Must Have
January 15, 2021
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Lots of complex flavour, while never being overpowering. Smooth, creamy smoke, phenomenal taste. The plum flavour intensifies towards the bottom of the bowl, and will linger to your next smoke. Great stuff, burns for ages. takes about an hour and hal... Read More
f to get through a bowl. Read Less
good. needs attention.
November 01, 2020
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
good stuff. its subtle in its changes and therefore requires a lot of attention to notice the good qualities. not in your face. very smooth.
Special Reserve is truly special
October 27, 2020
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Lots of flavor and extra smooth. Loved it from beginning to end. Pleasant retrohale. I've read other reviewers saying to try this if you like Royal Yacht but I didn't really find them comparable, even though both are excellent. I plan on cellaring pl... Read More
enty more of this! Read Less
How does one describe Heaven?
September 17, 2020
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I am in an ongoing love affair with Plum Pudding, but I think this may be my all-time favorite Lat blend. I make time for this every day and I will for as long as possible. Just can't get enough time to sit and savor.
Magic Carpet Ride
July 13, 2020
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
If you only had one blend to smoke for the rest of your life this would be it. The most bodacious, bombastic tobacco out there. There is almost no way to describe the flavor. Everyone tastes something different. It’s a Rorschach Test for the tongue.
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Even better than the Plum regular. Smooth and Smokey with a more pronounced plum and sweetness. It’s really worth the price. Fabulous smoke till the end
A little levity
May 09, 2020
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I agree with Olmstead's Nov. 2017 opinion about the packaging: "The only criticism I have is that S.P.C. should wrap up their cakes in paper like other blenders. Seems a shame to let these beautiful cakes bang around inside the tin". I too have a pas... Read More
sion for fine tobacco. From it's humble beginning as a lonesome seed-through it's nurturing-it's cultivating-it's drying-it's cutting and processing, it just seems ashamed that it's final "resting place" should be in an unlined " tin coffin" before it is finally "cremated" in the "briar oven" and it's ashes are spread in the backyard garden. I mean, this is a well made fine quality product that deserves better. Don't you think? With some tobaccos, I'll take out the cob and have a quick bowl. But with this fine product, I'll "reserve" the time to smoke it slowly in only my finest briars. It deserves better. It deserves the best as an "end means" for entering it's afterlife. A little levity, but seriously, I too think it should be shipped in a more confined lined container to "reserve" it's structure & aroma. Read Less
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Like a well-tailored suit, and a cozy campfire in winter burning the finest woods.
Again, simply delicious.
October 01, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
PP’s tin note is stronger, spicier and the special reserve is toned down a bit. It has a lovely sour tin note and the smoke is smooth as silk. Both are five star tobaccos therefore, I’ll keep PP in rotation and keep this delicious reserve chunk for w... Read More
hen I feel like treating myself. Read Less
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
Don't get much of anything from this.Will add a healthy dose of Latakia to make this worthwhile.
Makes me smile
July 30, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
This blend just makes me happy. Can smoke it whenever wherever, no problems at all. tastes great, as close as you can get to English aromatic without going over the line.
Not Bad For A Balkan Style Blend... Enjoyed This One
June 16, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
A little better than the original Plum Pudding. A better blend with better tobaccos. It is equal to or better than most English/Balkan blends but lacks the sweetness of a "noted" Balkan blend but still enjoyable. The Cyprian Latakia shin... Read More
es but doesn't overwhelm this blend. All the varietals get a chance to make their presence known & meld together well at the halfway point. Join me at the dinner table for some dessert. Plenty of flavor plus some Vitamin N punch. Can't go wrong with this purchase if you prefer a good Balkan. Read Less
Oh yeah, this is nice!
May 25, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I put off for so long on trying this. I finally took the leap and glad I did! This is a blend that if treated right should give you lots of pleasure . Isn’t that what all the good ones all about ? I wished I would have tried it sooner!!
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I’m not going to write “War and Peace “ for a review on this. Anybody who is into English blends should have this, I put off for the longest time before I bought this and regretted not buying sooner!!!!
Mysterious
March 12, 2019
Product: Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve 4oz
I return to Plum Pudding S.R. Every so often and each time I do I find I am rewarded with a unique experience. A must have in any cellar. Dark and puzzling, delicious.
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