C&D Sunbear 2021 Edition “Black Locust”

[SpookedPiper]

In the past it's been 20-25... IIRC.

That sounds like enough, Thanks!

 

[craig61a]

I think the elderberry flower is what makes it, in my opinion. Kind of reminds me of the jasmine in HU Moroccan Bazaar. I’d hate for that to not be in there.

When first got my tins back in 2019, I couldn't differentiate the honey and elderflower. So I went out and bought a bottle of St. Germain's Elderflower Liquor. The Elderflower flavor had an edge over the honey in my opinion. With a couple weeks of age on it, the toppings were very noticeable. The Tequila, elderflower and honey had a unique sweetness with a finish that reminded me of grapefruit.

With two years of age, the toppings have muted somewhat, and "homogenized". This allows the Virginias and Orientals to come through more so than when it was fresh. But the combination of all these elements work really well together.

 

[Spinkle]

When first got my tins back in 2019, I couldn't differentiate the honey and elderflower.

Did you ever try the Savinelli 140th? If so do you think the "flower" essence in that one was elderflower? I could be way off base here as I have no idea what elderflower is supposed to taste like.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

Any guess on number of tins allowed per day?

Depends upon the vender. Anywhere from 2 to 20.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

Did you ever try the Savinelli 140th? If so do you think the "flower" essence in that one was elderflower? I could be way off base here as I have no idea what elderflower is supposed to taste like.

I don't think so. I may be mistaken but I think it was some kind of Italian florets in the 140th responsible for the faint floral essence.

 

[craig61a]

Did you ever try the Savinelli 140th? If so do you think the "flower" essence in that one was elderflower? I could be way off base here as I have no idea what elderflower is supposed to taste like.

I never bought any, so I don't know.

 

[Leo]

I Really Love Sun bear!!

 

[ncshawn]

I'm 100% certain I will be able to discern the different honey

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

I'm 100% certain I will be able to discern the different honey

I'd be willing to bet in a blind taste test you could not.

 

[ofafeather]

Just cracked a tin of 2019 - nice bulge and satisfying hiss when you fort lay break the seal, bringing with it a divine tin note! Have it drying and will smoke tonight.

 

[fightnhampster]

Just cracked a tin of 2019 - nice bulge and satisfying hiss when you fort lay break the seal, bringing with it a divine tin note! Have it drying and will smoke tonight.

I did the same last week and let it sit in the tin to breathe for a week. I popped the plastic lid once a day to let in a bit of air and then closed it again. Had the first bowl of that tin last night.

Definitely a satisfying blend for me. Not overwhelming but worthwhile subtle light notes. I'm use to stronger blends so this is a great summertime change of pace. I decided when it first came out to only smoke it during the summer months as a seasonal treat. Great stuff after some aging.

 

[ofafeather]

satisfying hiss when you fort lay break the seal

Autocorrect seems to forever be inventing new terms. There must be a name for that.

 

[Country Bladesmith]

Autocorrect seems to forever be inventing new terms. There must be a name for that.

It’s ok. I put in the WAYS thread that I was smoking some Hi Birdy in honor of your autocorrect, but I don’t think anyone even batted an eye! ?

 

[ofafeather]

It’s ok. I put in the WAYS thread that I was smoking some Hi Birdy in honor of your autocorrect, but I don’t think anyone even batted an eye! ?

? Think we’ll need to make a new blend with that name.

 

[anotherbob]

What happened to Jeremy Reeves’ bees?

I liked the 2020, and I doubt my palate is sensitive enough to tell the difference between this honey and any other honey-adjacent sweetener they could use. The honey provenance stuff is really selling past the close for me. I’ll get a couple regardless.

I guess you haven't tried many honey varieties. Cause some really stand out from the others, though honestly a lot are totally indistinguishable. TThough if anyone can get me that fabled black honey that would be great.

 

[TheDesertPiper]

My mouth is already watering. While my wallet on the other hand... gently weeps.

 

[ofafeather]

While my wallet on the other hand... gently weeps.

Ahhhh. The classic Beatles song.

 

[shanez]

Did you ever try the Savinelli 140th? If so do you think the "flower" essence in that one was elderflower? I could be way off base here as I have no idea what elderflower is supposed to taste like.

Like this:

 

[Spinkle]

Like this:

Pity, I never came across this before I gave the stuff up. Guess I'll never know

 

[indoeuro]

Count me in. I've been smoking nothing but sweet burleys this month.