Reviews

Date Added: Thursday 20 February, 2020

Kendal C Cream Medium Flake Pipe Tobacco (Loose) by Calum

The initials stand for “Cherry Cream,” in my experience – “cream” tends to be more “flavour text” (no pun intended) within naming conventions and lets be honest: cream doesn’t really taste of much anyway, does it? I think this one shapes up really nicely against the competition. The flavour is very…

Date Added: Thursday 20 February, 2020

Borkum Riff Ruby Pipe Tobacco 50g Pouch by Calum

Borkum Riff Ruby is a Cavendish style blend, made from fermented Burley and Kentucky tobacco. As is the trademark style, the cherry casing is noticeable, but doesn’t totally dominate the taste of the tobacco. There is a pleasant, toasty and sweet taste from the tobacco, which harmonises nicely with…

Date Added: Thursday 20 February, 2020

Alsbo Ruby (Formerly Cherry) Pipe Tobacco 50g Pouch by Calum

We’re moving into Scandinavian territory now with “The Remarkable Dane,” Alsbo Ruby. As you might well know, Scandinavian aromatics are characterised by a slightly more reserved approach to casing than their American brethren. This means the taste is usually more balanced between tobacco and casing.…

Date Added: Thursday 20 February, 2020

Century USA Black C (B-23) (Black Cherry) Pipe Tobacco (Loose) by Calum

This is what I’d call our “Classic” black cherry blend. It has a nicely varied base consisting of Virginias, Burley and Cavendish. The cherry flavouring definitely takes the forefront of the taste, but that’s not to say it totally overrides the taste of the tobacco; the slightly sweet Virginia and…

Date Added: Wednesday 19 February, 2020

Glenrothes Maker’s Cut - 70cl 48.8% by Ryan

Matured exclusively in 1st fill Oloroso sherry casks, we get all this influence present on the nose and the palate. Rich fruitiness, spiced raisins and walnut cake notes. Syrupy orange, dried fruit sweetness, brown sugar with hints of white pepper and ginger. Medium-bodied finish, hints of oak,…

Date Added: Wednesday 19 February, 2020

Glenrothes 12 Year Old - 70cl 40% by Ryan

Dark golden colour, honey, melon and slight nutty notes on the nose. Gentle and creamy palate with more honey, melon and the nutty character that shows through on the nose. Vanilla sweetness, light sugary finish.