I stopped by a local B&M tobacconist that i had never been to before and picked up an ounce each of PS B&B and this blend. Now, being somewhat new to pipe smoking, I have stuck with aromatics almost exclusively (I bought a tin of Peterson's Old Dublin and regretted it. Far too harsh for a base newbie, IMO.), but feeling a bit adventurous I got some to try. The only other non-aromatic I've smoked is a local tobacconist's bulk blend called No. 965 that I assume is supposed to be similar to Dunhill's powerhouse. Last night, I loaded up my MM Corn Cob which I've dedicated to trying non-aromatics in, so that if I get an icky blend (like Old Dublin), I haven't poisoned one of my briars with its stink.
Its "tin" note was a smoky, rich smell which for some reason made me salivate a little. I thought this was curious as this wasn't a physical response I'm used to.
After the false light, I tamped, lit again and settled down for a serious smoke. The first impressions were a nutty flavor which intensified as I went along. The first half of the bowl was marked by a peppery taste that was most welcome. As the bowl progress, I became aware of a taste that surprised me: Steak! The peppery-ness combined with this hint of steak explained my drooling earlier...
It smoked cool with no bite to a fine ash (I've found all tobaccos I've tried burn to a fine ash...). It was a full-bodied, enjoyable smoke.
My only complaint with this blend is the wooziness I got from the nicotine. Never felt so woozy as this with any other tobacco, but I AM a light-weight, so take my complaint with a grain of salt (or a ribbon of tobacco for that matter).
All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed this blend and it has piqued my interest in trying some other English blends. I may even (one day far off I'm sure) go back to Old Dublin, but I shudder at that thought, so maybe not.
If anyone has any suggestions for other English introduction blends, I'd be interested to hear what they are...
-Jason
Its "tin" note was a smoky, rich smell which for some reason made me salivate a little. I thought this was curious as this wasn't a physical response I'm used to.
After the false light, I tamped, lit again and settled down for a serious smoke. The first impressions were a nutty flavor which intensified as I went along. The first half of the bowl was marked by a peppery taste that was most welcome. As the bowl progress, I became aware of a taste that surprised me: Steak! The peppery-ness combined with this hint of steak explained my drooling earlier...
It smoked cool with no bite to a fine ash (I've found all tobaccos I've tried burn to a fine ash...). It was a full-bodied, enjoyable smoke.
My only complaint with this blend is the wooziness I got from the nicotine. Never felt so woozy as this with any other tobacco, but I AM a light-weight, so take my complaint with a grain of salt (or a ribbon of tobacco for that matter).
All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed this blend and it has piqued my interest in trying some other English blends. I may even (one day far off I'm sure) go back to Old Dublin, but I shudder at that thought, so maybe not.
If anyone has any suggestions for other English introduction blends, I'd be interested to hear what they are...
-Jason