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This tobacco was a pleasant surprise. It was an addition to some other tobacco's that I had bulk ordered and I only bought 1 oz. to sample. I tried it based purely on the name, because it sounded tasty and I knew that being a G&H product, it would be made of good quality, premium tobacco. The moisture content of the flake was good for me right out of the bag, I usually like them to be slightly moist to give off a little more flavor. I cut the flakes into 1/2 inch pieces and rubbed them out fully. I then loaded it all into my Peterson Dalkey Billiard, using the three step method. Upon first light, I got a soft, smooth, creamy feeling smoke with a light Lakeland essence (not unpleasant) and the slightly more dominant chocolate, with a hint of vanilla in the background. Throughout the rest of the smoke the Latakia just kind of faded in and out, sometimes not even noticeable. The chocolatey goodness remained along with the creaminess. I found the nic hit to be a step below medium and I usually like them a little stronger. This one is a new favorite for me, I will definitely be smoking the rest of this and ordering some more. I have found that I enjoy the G&H tobacco's and that the light Lakeland essence is refreshing. This tobacco is more of a crossover English to me, having the components of both an Aro and an English. If you are sensitive to the Lakeland essences, then you may not care for this flake, however if you are curious about them and enjoy a little Latakia with some nice flavoring, then give this a go. I think you will find it to be a pleasant smoke. I'm giving this 4 stars for the premium tobacco content, well structured flakes, expertly applied flavorings and condimental Latakia.
Pipe Used: Peterson Dalkey Billiard
Age When Smoked: Fresh
Purchased From: Smokingpipes.com
This tobacco was a pleasant surprise. It was an addition to some other tobacco's that I had bulk ordered and I only bought 1 oz. to sample. I tried it based purely on the name, because it sounded tasty and I knew that being a G&H product, it would be made of good quality, premium tobacco. The moisture content of the flake was good for me right out of the bag, I usually like them to be slightly moist to give off a little more flavor. I cut the flakes into 1/2 inch pieces and rubbed them out fully. I then loaded it all into my Peterson Dalkey Billiard, using the three step method. Upon first light, I got a soft, smooth, creamy feeling smoke with a light Lakeland essence (not unpleasant) and the slightly more dominant chocolate, with a hint of vanilla in the background. Throughout the rest of the smoke the Latakia just kind of faded in and out, sometimes not even noticeable. The chocolatey goodness remained along with the creaminess. I found the nic hit to be a step below medium and I usually like them a little stronger. This one is a new favorite for me, I will definitely be smoking the rest of this and ordering some more. I have found that I enjoy the G&H tobacco's and that the light Lakeland essence is refreshing. This tobacco is more of a crossover English to me, having the components of both an Aro and an English. If you are sensitive to the Lakeland essences, then you may not care for this flake, however if you are curious about them and enjoy a little Latakia with some nice flavoring, then give this a go. I think you will find it to be a pleasant smoke. I'm giving this 4 stars for the premium tobacco content, well structured flakes, expertly applied flavorings and condimental Latakia.
Pipe Used: Peterson Dalkey Billiard
Age When Smoked: Fresh
Purchased From: Smokingpipes.com
