Hello Old Friend, Balkan Sasieni

[Wellington]

This used to be one of my most smoked tobaccos, I had several tins stocked, which I sold a few years ago in my 5 year period of very little pipe smoking. I regret selling them, i had got them all across the border without getting hit with duties even. Oh well. Anyway, i was rehydrating some tobaccos that were dried to a crisp in my closet, I found a small jar, opened it up and snuffed; wow. That incredible smoky spiciness! Hit me like a brick wall, why did I sell my tins? Can't wait to rehydrate and smoke a bowl!

Anyone else enjoy this blend?

 

[autumnfog]

Oh yes.
I think it is a well balanced and smooth blend.

 

[3rdguy]

Underrated blend for sure.

 

[jttnk]

One of my favorites as well. Very good burn characteristics, easy to smoke, pack light, enjoy.

 

[hawky454]

Excellent blend! One of my early favorites.

 

[kcghost]

It really is a good Balkan blend.

 

[mso489]

I've never had a tin of the original, but I recently bought the Sutliff match. I enjoy the nuanced taste, but it takes a bit of drying to make it burn continuously and well, and I don't know how this compares to the original. With a little attention, it is flavorful good stuff.

 

[3rdguy]

I've never had a tin of the original, but I recently bought the Sutliff match. I enjoy the nuanced taste, but it takes a bit of drying to make it burn continuously and well, and I don't know how this compares to the original. With a little attention, it is flavorful good stuff.

There is a match for Balkan Sasieni?

 

[pantsBoots]

Working through a tin from 07. Milder than most of the other Balkans I enjoy, but the depth is fantastic.

 

[Chasing Embers]

There is a match for Balkan Sasieni?

Many have said Balkan Supreme is the bulk.

 

[eugenepark]

I just cracked open my first tin of it recently and love it already. Smoked incredibly well for being somewhat damp and has the oriental note that I love.

 

[3rdguy]

Last time I ordered some Balkan Supreme it came dry and that is some nasty stuff bone-dry imo.I should have complained but I choked it down.

 

[Chasing Embers]

Last time I ordered some Balkan Supreme it came dry and that is some nasty stuff bone-dry imo.I should have complained but I choked it down.

Arango wasn't it?

 

[3rdguy]

Yes

 

[3rdguy]

Arango wasn't it?

Yes

 

[Chasing Embers]

Yes

That's my main reason for only ordering the Stokkebye.

 

[jttnk]

Smoking some now. Mmmmmm good, and it’s damn beautiful out tonight in AZ. First break in a few months from the heat.

 

[hawky454]

There is a match for Balkan Sasieni?

I’m thinking he must be confusing it with Balkan Sobranie? My understanding is that Balkan Sasieni is a match or an ode to Balkan Sobranie, the tins even have a very similar vibe to the artwork.

 

[jpmcwjr]

Funny timing, I just grabbed a tin on my way out for a five hour drive to the mountains. Opened it in the car to start drying, and resealed for tomorrow's first smoke. It's more than decent!

 

[judcole]

I've never had a tin of the original, but I recently bought the Sutliff match. I enjoy the nuanced taste, but it takes a bit of drying to make it burn continuously and well, and I don't know how this compares to the original. With a little attention, it is flavorful good stuff.

You are talking about Balkan Sobranie, while the OP is referring to Balkan Sasieni, a different critter entirely.
I smoked a lot of Sasieni at one time, then I discovered White Knight, and have been using that to scratch that particular taste itch. Still have several tins of Sasieni stashed; I am probably going to dig one out soon.