As a new member of the pipe community, I'd like to think that eventually I can contribute in the same way that others have been contributing to my new knowledge. And like many of you, I'm a member of other forums and communities of other interests where I have a bit more experience and knowledge.
For every pipe I purchase, I also purchase at least three new tobaccos. The two tobaccos that arrived this week were McClellands Captain Cool, and Orlik Mellow Mixture. I wanted to try some Cavendish - which had been missing from my experience. I'm glad I purchased both.
Yesterday morning was Captain Cool's first smoke, and it was delightful. Truly cool - no bite - a mild aromatic fragrance. Today with my morning tea I enjoyed a bowl of Orlik Mellow Mixture. It was one of those smokes where everything comes together at one time - not necessarily a spiritual experience, but fairly close.
The light and dark tobaccos are a delight to the eyes. The tin note - well, I couldn't decide if it was a bit of vanilla or cherry - or both. I decided to use one of my cobs, as I'm a bit cautious with first smokes with aromatics, as I don't want to ghost my more expensive briars. There was no need to worry, however.
The casing must be very light, as the aromatic portion burned off fairly quickly, leaving a very pleasant, slightly sweet, tobacco flavor from top to bottom. This tobacco needed only one relight.
My palate is not yet sensitive enough - if it ever will be - to describe all the flavors that I read about in very glowing reports from others on the forum. All I can really say is that I enjoyed this tobacco very much - and its name really does suit the blend well, as it's a wonderful mellow way to begin the day with a cup of tea.
For every pipe I purchase, I also purchase at least three new tobaccos. The two tobaccos that arrived this week were McClellands Captain Cool, and Orlik Mellow Mixture. I wanted to try some Cavendish - which had been missing from my experience. I'm glad I purchased both.
Yesterday morning was Captain Cool's first smoke, and it was delightful. Truly cool - no bite - a mild aromatic fragrance. Today with my morning tea I enjoyed a bowl of Orlik Mellow Mixture. It was one of those smokes where everything comes together at one time - not necessarily a spiritual experience, but fairly close.
The light and dark tobaccos are a delight to the eyes. The tin note - well, I couldn't decide if it was a bit of vanilla or cherry - or both. I decided to use one of my cobs, as I'm a bit cautious with first smokes with aromatics, as I don't want to ghost my more expensive briars. There was no need to worry, however.
The casing must be very light, as the aromatic portion burned off fairly quickly, leaving a very pleasant, slightly sweet, tobacco flavor from top to bottom. This tobacco needed only one relight.
My palate is not yet sensitive enough - if it ever will be - to describe all the flavors that I read about in very glowing reports from others on the forum. All I can really say is that I enjoyed this tobacco very much - and its name really does suit the blend well, as it's a wonderful mellow way to begin the day with a cup of tea.
