Boswell's Countryside

[eslavs]

I've read and heard so many lofty reviews of Countryside and Northwoods that I decided to pick up a few ounces of each to sample. So far I've really enjoyed Northwoods, but haven't been able to wrap my head around Countryside. I really want to enjoy it, but despite everything I've read and heard, to me it seems a bit harsh and has the tendency to bite. I know it's cased with what seems to be an alcohol casing, which may be the culprit. I've had multiple bowls in multiple pipes, all with a similar result. I want to like it - but not sure if I can get past the bite.

Has anyone else tried it and had a similar experience?

 

[sandollars]

I enjoy Countryside. I, too, have noticed that if I am not paying attention it can get a bit harsh but for me, it's because i start hitting it pretty hard. As soon as I slow back down and start sipping, it settles right back down.

Boswell's makes some world class blends. IMHO, Northwoods is by far their finest.

 

[alaskanpiper]

Northwoods is definitely their crown jewel IMO as well, but I have yet to try any of their other english blends (I can’t stop ordering northwoods).

However, their aromatics are also top notch. Raspberry Cream and Piper’s Pleasure in particular.

 

[snoopy311]

I love all of Boswells English blends. Railroad Station is my favorite. For me it’s funny because I find that on different days a different Boswell English blend sings to me.