Well now, if there’s a finer smoke to be had on a warm spring day than a good Lakeland, I sure ain’t found it. And when the sun’s shining and the air’s got that lazy hum to it, Samuel Gawith’s Cannon Plug is my go-to. I got a liking for strong aromatics, and outta all the Lakelands I’ve tried, this here’s the most potent of the bunch. It’s got the bones of Best Brown Flake, but with a honeydew topping that sets it apart.
Fresh vs. Aired-Out: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Been smoking this plug for years now, and if there’s one thing I learned, it’s that freshness makes a hell of a difference. That topping is mighty strong, but it ain’t immortal – it fades with time, no matter how snug you store it. Hell, I can cut off a chunk, seal the rest up tight in a Mason jar, and still find the other piece losing its punch just sitting there. So, I reckon this tobacco comes in two kinds: fresh and aired-out.
Fresh Cannon Plug: A Potent Powerhouse
Fresh Cannon Plug is downright powerful. The smell hits you like a perfumed lady waltzing through a mall – exotic fruits, citrus, cinnamon, and a whole mess of spices. Dry it out on a sheet, and you can still catch that honeydew clinging to it. Cuts real easy into fine shaves, rubs out just as smooth. Takes its sweet time to dry, though – four hours does the trick for me. When you get it burning, that topping takes the reins, tasting like sweet lime with a good dose of spice, and them Virginias hummin’ along in the background. It’s a full-flavored smoke, make no mistake, and the aftertaste sticks around like an old debt. Some folks on tobaccoreviews say it’s like getting perfume sprayed in your mouth, and I ain’t gonna argue. It’s rich, it’s strong, and it ain’t shy. Ghosted my favorite cob after just one bowl, but I liked it enough to dedicate the pipe to it. Room note’s a dream, too—folks who don’t smoke seem to take a shine to it.
Aired-Out Cannon Plug: A More Balanced Experience
Now, once it airs out some, the story changes. That honeydew topping takes its leave, and what’s left behind is a sweet, floral aroma. Still plenty moist, still needs lots of dry time, still cuts fine, though not quite as smooth as before. Smokes milder than the fresh stuff, but mild ain’t the word I’d use – just more balanced. The Virginias step up, sweet and steady, with that floral note playing backup. Room note leans more toward straight tobacco, and non-smokers don’t take to it the same.
Final Verdict: A Must-Try for Lakeland Fans
If you’re a Lakeland fan, Cannon Plug is a must-try. But mind the ghost – it’ll haunt a pipe quicker than you think. And if the flavor’s a bit much, let it sit for half a year, maybe longer. This stuff ages like fine whiskey, and patience’ll do it justice.
Fresh vs. Aired-Out: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Been smoking this plug for years now, and if there’s one thing I learned, it’s that freshness makes a hell of a difference. That topping is mighty strong, but it ain’t immortal – it fades with time, no matter how snug you store it. Hell, I can cut off a chunk, seal the rest up tight in a Mason jar, and still find the other piece losing its punch just sitting there. So, I reckon this tobacco comes in two kinds: fresh and aired-out.
Fresh Cannon Plug: A Potent Powerhouse
Fresh Cannon Plug is downright powerful. The smell hits you like a perfumed lady waltzing through a mall – exotic fruits, citrus, cinnamon, and a whole mess of spices. Dry it out on a sheet, and you can still catch that honeydew clinging to it. Cuts real easy into fine shaves, rubs out just as smooth. Takes its sweet time to dry, though – four hours does the trick for me. When you get it burning, that topping takes the reins, tasting like sweet lime with a good dose of spice, and them Virginias hummin’ along in the background. It’s a full-flavored smoke, make no mistake, and the aftertaste sticks around like an old debt. Some folks on tobaccoreviews say it’s like getting perfume sprayed in your mouth, and I ain’t gonna argue. It’s rich, it’s strong, and it ain’t shy. Ghosted my favorite cob after just one bowl, but I liked it enough to dedicate the pipe to it. Room note’s a dream, too—folks who don’t smoke seem to take a shine to it.
Aired-Out Cannon Plug: A More Balanced Experience
Now, once it airs out some, the story changes. That honeydew topping takes its leave, and what’s left behind is a sweet, floral aroma. Still plenty moist, still needs lots of dry time, still cuts fine, though not quite as smooth as before. Smokes milder than the fresh stuff, but mild ain’t the word I’d use – just more balanced. The Virginias step up, sweet and steady, with that floral note playing backup. Room note leans more toward straight tobacco, and non-smokers don’t take to it the same.
Final Verdict: A Must-Try for Lakeland Fans
If you’re a Lakeland fan, Cannon Plug is a must-try. But mind the ghost – it’ll haunt a pipe quicker than you think. And if the flavor’s a bit much, let it sit for half a year, maybe longer. This stuff ages like fine whiskey, and patience’ll do it justice.
