I've been smoking a Virginia/Burly blend in a cob most of the day working in the shop, but wanted something new. Looked at what was open and didn't realize I had 5 different flake tobacco's to choose from. Went to the cellar and found a tin of English that's been resting not to long, but since April of 2011. When I opened it the smell almost made me what to get a fork and eat it. (I have to admit I was hungry). I poured a bit of Balvenie Single Malt to wait while the tobacco was airing.
It's what I'd call a fine ribbon cut which loads easily. On first lite the ribbons of smoke are just mesmerizing.... After 20 minutes of drying it lit well and kept burning. I chose a medium size meerschaum billiard that feels good in my hand and doesn't take to much fussing over. The pipe and tobacco married up perfectly. It struck me right away that this is a Balkan style English blend. The Perique and Latakia are right up front first off. I have to compare it to Peterson's Irish Oak, but with a little twist, maybe it's the age. I wish I had of stored more in 2011. I just ordered 10 more tins for the cellar.
It's what I'd call a fine ribbon cut which loads easily. On first lite the ribbons of smoke are just mesmerizing.... After 20 minutes of drying it lit well and kept burning. I chose a medium size meerschaum billiard that feels good in my hand and doesn't take to much fussing over. The pipe and tobacco married up perfectly. It struck me right away that this is a Balkan style English blend. The Perique and Latakia are right up front first off. I have to compare it to Peterson's Irish Oak, but with a little twist, maybe it's the age. I wish I had of stored more in 2011. I just ordered 10 more tins for the cellar.
