McClelland Bulk A.M. Pipe

[msandoval858]

This blend is a new one to me. I know it's marketed as an alternative to EMP and I discovered it at my local B&M this past week. I picked up 2oz to give it a shot and I have to say I'm impressed with this one. I can't say how it compares to Dunhill EMP because I haven't smoked blend in years. On it's own merit though, A.M. is one of the better light English tobaccos I've enjoyed lately.
For a blend with Virginia, latakia, and oriental components, my initial impression was how well balanced it is. The flavors all work together in perfect harmony and make it very easy to enjoy. The sweet and smokey components all play together well, never overpowering one way or the other. It certainly lives up to it's name and goes great with a morning cup of coffee or I could see this being a great change of pace or intro blend for those who are not regular English smokers.
I poked around the various reviews and there's a lot of debate back and forth comparing it to EMP, which is expected since it's marketed as McClelland's version. Although I can't contribute to that discussion, I can say for that what it is, this one is a winner that will probably make it into a big jar in my cellar if it remains as consistently enjoyable as it has thusfar.

 

[bigboi]

Thanks for the small review msandoval. I tried and enjoyed EMP. This may be a good choice when I make my next TAD purchase.

 

[jah76]

Thanks for the review Mike.
Its one that's on my short list. I grabbed a tin of H&H Daybreak this time around (haven't cracked it yet). I'm not so much in looking for a cheaper EMP as I'm just a fan of light Englishes.
Have you tried Lane's Leo yet? I've been shilling for it nonstop.

 

[andrew]

I've smoked that quite a bit, it's nothing like EMP, I don't know why they even try to pass it off as a subsitute or say it's "their version". For people who find EMP too strong I would highly recommend it.

 

[mtnfolkmike]

i haven't smoked either of the A.M. blends.. Does this one have any sore of Nic kick, like I hear EMP does ??

 

[andrew]

@Mtnfolkmike no, this is a very mild english blend, like I said I can't really find any kind of comparison flavor wise or anything to EMP, it's completely different.

 

[mtnfolkmike]

Thanks Andrew.. I may have to just go ahead and try both..