Perhaps the proportions are different, or perhaps that mysterious top note is doing some odd things, but Folklore is surprisingly mellow. A tribute to Oriental-forward blends of the past, this singular Balkan mixture showcases a proprietary processing method that mellows modern Latakia's often dominating campfire note and offers a uniquely Carolina-inspired rendition to the blend family. If youre still on the fence, and theres a brick or two still available, dont hesitate to enter the world of Folklore. If you like orientals and Latakia, do yourself a favor. I smoked this in my Peterson 106 and had no issues with it burning hot. I got last years batch too and at first had a little trouble finding the right pipe for it, my usual VaPer pipes didnt cut it for some reason so I went for a cob instead and that did the trick right enough. 1st puffs are also mildly sweet and peppery. Smokes super cool and doesnt quite fall under any one genre which is great when you want something d ifferent. It is really a nice blend with quality tobocco. Ultimately will sell out of course, abet very slowly. When I first got this, the aromatic smell on the package seemed strong and I was worried. An excellent virginia forward blend with zero bite deep flavors and spicy aroma. Had I kn own, I would have made plans for it. Tried to find the Oriental and Virgina, but couldn't find them. I sliced off enough to fill a fairly small bowled Dr Grabow Commodore and went at it. Limited Release Pipe Tobacco Schedule Woody and incense-like smoke as opposed to the campfire taste of Cyprian latakia. I have enjoyed each of the smokes I have had thus far and haven't had a bad one yet. 22 set. The nic-hit is a point below medium. Get Driving Directions; Call us at 508-628-0112; Send an Email; QUICK LINKS. Why not sell by the by the ounce? I broke it up into larger pieces and placed in a large jar, this will be with me for a while. For all of you complaining; stop. Heres the thing about these blends, if you what to try them, and you know theres only a few to go around, then make the effort to get them! Dont think it will last to see any age on it. But the prevalence of the cigar leaf isnt like what you find in Cloud Hopper or other cigar leaf blends. That and the uncertainty surrounding one of the components of the blend, (Kasturi), had me skeptical and hesitant. Very good in my opinion. Bag note is mildly sweet and of dark fruits. Burns slow with a few relights. I opened it and it mellowed a lot. Experienced brothers of the briar know the risk that it involves buying a pound of something youve never tried. Very satisfying. Brennan needs a nap, their cringe projecting makes me feel embarrassed for them-- but rest assured I'm already fully bent buddy. Im humble opinion its perfect. Sorry guys I am one of the fortunate ones that was able to get my hands on this stuff but I had to go to another site to get it. WARNING: Smokingpipes.com does not sell tobacco or tobacco related products to anyone under the age of 21, nor do we sell cigarettes. Upgraded to 3.5 stars. 2000-2023 Laudisi Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING: Smokingpipes.com does not sell tobacco or tobacco related products to anyone under the age of 21, nor do we sell cigarettes. It's just tobacco, missing out on a release isn't the end of the world, enlightenment wasn't going to come from smoking twenty bowls of this or that blend. It is strong and sweet. The tin noteoh my, wonderful. See you then! Using various Burley strains that are pressed together with red and bright Virginia and Samsun, Katerini, and Sokhoum, the blend is then tumbled out into an easy-to-pack ribbon. This stuff smells so good! It's such a terrific smoke and just fills my pipe with joy every time. The perique is in the background, but is noticeable and kind of hits you subtly in the back of the throat. Thanks again SS! A very pleasant smoke. 01 jan. O Mundo Secreto dos Cachimbos 3 Comentrios. Not the mass manufactured kiddy fruit leather mind you, all super sweet. I dont review often in my 35 yrs of pipe smoking but felt I needed to speak up after trying this blend. I'm relatively new to the pipe smoking game and even I know the basics of how to get my hands on some limited small batch releases. Lots of reviews for a tobacco no one has even smoked yet. Don't take that to mean that the Latakia isn't a prominent component, it is. 5 Star blend if you remove the fake reviews (whiners). Virginias are on the center stage, with the supporting cast each masterfully playing their role. I was so happy to see it being offered by the ounce there instead of the 8 oz. The orientals and VAs take up most of the flavor spectrum here. I split the 8oz into 2oz jars, cant wait to see what 2 years of aging will do. This blend, Folklore, is a tribute to the way that we have developed as a company since the time of our founding. It's a very loud, flavorful, complex and interesting English. Description Details The palmetto is the state tree of South Carolina, and Palmetto Balkan showcases the Lowcountry blending house's prowess. Flavor is more nuanced. I'm letting brick #2 age in the rather substantial vacuum-sealed packaging. My first impressions were it is a super smooth and cool creamy smoke. the packaging looks good. Contemplative, even. View All (45) Cornell & Diehl Palmetto Balkan 8oz Reviews. I will take my ounce and put it on the shelf and simply put, not buy anymore because whats the use of cellaring 8oz if I will never get this blend again. If you're familiar with these releases, you should know the drill by now and be aware that this stuff sells out fast, so maybe make plans t o get it at release time if you want it. Why don't you all just go back to shit-posting "FIRST!!" The nose on last years is like a good Christmas pudding, sweet with a spicy overtone and fruit lurking in the back, it smokes beautifully and if its still available and youre not buying it you are definitely missing out on perhaps the best small batch that C&D has ever produced. I still find it harsh no matter how slowly I puff. Perique goes through quite the process before it's ready to smoke. Now obviously I haven't had a lot of time to taste this blend, but I've had a fair amount of bowls in the last 3 days to hack up some sort of description. The strength is mild to medium and nic is mild. While the nose is similar, the TASTE is not quite the same. By the way I give Cornell and Diehl a 5 not a 4 1/2! I love the smell of Izmir Turkish of which this blend seems to have in abundance. These small batch blends are a great thing lets not gripe about them!Buy them if you want give an honest review so the next person can decide! I also have a hard time with those who flame them. The Latakia was Much more than the tin note told me. This is a fantastic product. Glad I did as it is superb.. 22 set. As for the type of cigar leaf, it is Indonesian Kasturi, which is used in Indonesian Clove cigarettes, and it is of poor quality and does not have any flavor. The aroma, the taste, the blend. Reminds me of The Sy rian Latakia in Bohemian Scandal which I unfortunately finished my last tin not long ago. I had a chance to buy this online here on SP and multiple other websites, but I didnt pull the trigger to buy online. GET BENT. Cornell & Diehl: SUN BEAR MOUNTAIN FLOWER (SMALL BATCH) 2oz sunbear-flower Sold Out Notify me when this product is available: Limited Edition Release Designed to be the perfect summertime smoke, Cornell & Diehl's Small Batch Sun Bear combines top-tier Bright Virginias and tangy Reds with two distinct varietals of matured Oriental leaf. PRIVATE STOCK is Lat -forward, Palmetto's Perique is the leader here with the lush, aged Virginias backing and the Orientals dulcet in the background. The room note is very aromatic. Folklore is something very special. I've smoked 3 bowls now so here we go. A 1lb brick that just smells great out of the bag. If you want something, make arrangements to get it. It makes it even more unique than the blend itself. Nothing else of great variety and if it was there, it was brief and I forgot. 22 set. This community is real funny to me and I just wanted to chime in and say that no one that shops here should have anything to complain about going forward regarding *limited* *small batch* releases. At least one bowl will be pulled from then but I like some time in a jar for any plug/cake before loading. Pleasant but mislabeled will update after a couple ounces. This blend produces a smooth and balanced smoking experience with hints of stone fruits, wood and a slightly dry finish. Folklore--I'd say this tobacco may be "Fable-oulous", . The description of this blend this past Sunday whetted everyone's taste buds and it is not surprising that this product vanished so quickly. The first light I found the Oriental and Virginia. What is the point of these BS "limited" releases? We reserve the right to verify delivery to cardholder via UPS. Pre- and at release. Im excited to see how this does with a little bit of time. It should therefore benefit from some aging, as I recall the few real Syrian blends I've smoked did as well. You know our blends. I will be stocking up. Cornell and Diehl Small Batch: Straight Up English - March 17th, 2016 Life, lately, has been quiet. A dry smoke mostly but hints of sweetness come and go.Very balanced smoke, I get all of these things at once at all times, save for the sweetness, which seems alluring at times. Get Driving Directions; Call us at 508-628-0112; Send an Email; QUICK LINKS. You will be missing a great blend. Faint jar notes of spiced wine and egg nog. C&D Carolina red Flake Small Batch Review and YABOs from Todd Blessings and Captain Spaulding go sub my friend's Todd Blessings https://www.youtube.com/cha. I'm a big fan of C&D, can't wait to give this a try. Well rounded smoke with lots of flavors to enjoy. I've had SP emails relegated to "promotions" on Gmail, so I never see them when they come in. The way I see it is that, I am willing to try any new tobacco but I am not willing to fetch 50$ (including shipping) to try a new Balkan. I love how all the reviews are just people either complaining or flexing the fact they were able to get it lol. Could it be the fact that's it's a Balkan? Emails giving everyone a few days notice to have time to prepare and other days is just have at it. The inventive treatment of the mixture's Latakia component is of particular interest mellowing the modern Latakia's often dominating campfire note and creating a harmonious equilibrium of flavors. Cornell & Diehl - Jolly Old Saint Nicholas - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 164,90 R$ 154,90; Capstan Original Navy Cut - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 194,90; Cornell & Diehl - From Beyond (Small Batch) R$ 249,90; SIGA-NOS. It pains me to write a negative review, and I hope in time, my opinion changes. The underlying flavor very strongly reminds me of their Dreams of Kadath blend but a hair toned down on intensity and a little more woodsy. The first half of the bowl was subtly sweet with hay notes, stone fruit with bread and allspice and cinnamon; wonderful smooth rich smoke. Black Cavendish, Cigar Leaf, Kentucky, Perique, Virginia. I've got mine on the way. If you wanted it that bad, you would have been here on time. The smoke is sweet, in a natural from the tobacco kind of way. But they were glad that they sold their only 1 Folklore to someone they knew. The flavors are very nice and the blend is very balanced. 2023 release 500 of 3000 (date 011123): Package note of fruity sweet, Rasins, and spices. spicy goodness makes it into blends like Bayou Morning, Bourbon Bleu, and Chenet's Cake. Folklore is not quite that unicorn fart, but its pretty damn good. Overall though, this is excellent stuff, v, I highly recommend SP delete reviews from someone didn't buy it. Product: Cornell & Diehl Palmetto Balkan 8oz. The price seems a bit dear on the face of it but for the amount you get and the quality and character of what one gets makes it well worth it. Not very helpful I know but its full of promise so hopefully Ill be smitten when I try my next bowl. Also in rotation, somewhat ironically, is the fairly new C&D Edisto, which does not have the same complexity as the Folklore. Regardless, as a huge fan of oriental tobaccos, the Basma and Izmir lead the show and mesmerize me. (probably better with age). Come join the conversation. If I think its something I want I take the 1000$ phone that we all now have and set an alarm for 5 minutes before it releases. I like to let it dry a little from the cake, Excellent tobacco. A little further down in the bowl comes the cigar leaf. Here's a quick look at how that figgy, spicy goodness makes it into blends like Bayou Morning, Bourbon Bleu, and Chenet's Cake. Waiting for the right time to sprinkle a handful of pepper on you, but I blew it away. That blend is sublime and I miss not buying fifty tins but does that not make every sip and draw more special? Folklore is fairly complex to me there is alot going on here. This Latakia is a real treat but in my opinion isnt overwhelming at all. You've smoked them. Light, sweet, and smokey, representative of a balanced Balkan. Three cheers! By accepting the fleeting moments of a certain blends lifespan we can celebrate the enjoyment and savor the moment a bit more. This blend in my opinion really reminds me of original BS, not like the new BS which is flat and somewhat boring. Despite tin note (super sweet), I didn't detect any added flavoring that went outside of normal tobacco flavor. Cornell & Diehl - Jolly Old Saint Nicholas - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 164,90 R$ 154,90; Capstan Original Navy Cut - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 194,90; Cornell & Diehl - From Beyond (Small Batch) R$ 249,90; SIGA-NOS. Cornell & Diehl - Jolly Old Saint Nicholas - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 164,90 R$ 154,90; Capstan Original Navy Cut - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 194,90; Cornell & Diehl - From Beyond (Small Batch) R$ 249,90; SIGA-NOS. Well balanced and smooth. Wife surprised me with one these and it is so far a rather impressive blend. Every time. It almost makes me think of Old Joe Krantz, assuming that he spent his life deep in the hollers reading arcane treatises.. 2023 release 500 of 3000 (date 011123): Package note of fruity sweet, Rasins, and spices. UMA CONVERSA COM CHRIS GAWITH DA GAWITH AND HOGGARTH. Have just finished my first two bowls of Palmetto Balkan. I also went to another B&M locally just to see if they had it and I scored another 6 ounces of it because they broke it down 1 Oz at a time for a premium. If you find, as I did that this blend comes across as "cool", it's because it's an Oriental overload. I would say a solid 5 star blend and if you remove the cry babies that couldnt read their email several weeks or months before the release, the true rating probably would be well into the 4.5-5 star territory. Th ey had us all salivating days in advance after reading Chucks narrative. Boy am I glad I did. This is easily one of the best blends C&D has come up with in a long time. As for the 8 oz offering on this one, I wasnt crazy about that as I prefer multiple 2 oz tins. Another instant sellout of a Small Batch selection. A line of limited-run, small batch blends as a means to show off some old recipes and try out some new ones an opportunity to flex our creative muscles. I worked late night so ordered right after midnight. Seems a better task than frequently re-counting several lifetimes worth of tobaccos you will not enjoy.. A tribute to Oriental-forward blends of the past, this singular Balkan mixture showcases a proprietary processing method that mellows modern Latakia's often dominating campfire note and offers a uniquely Carolina-inspired rendition to the blend family. It needs to age in my opinion to calm that Latakia and it needs to blend more in a jar. -Wes Greer A many-varietal VAPer with Kentucky? Cornell & Diehl - Sun Bear Mountain Flower (Small Batch) Edit this tobacco Favorite Wishlist Subscribed The perfect summertime smoke, Cornell & Diehl's Small Batch: Sun Bear Mountain Flower combines top-tier Bright Virginias with two distinct varietals of matured Oriental leaf. One I lit up a bowl, the first thing I noticed was the red wine and smokey sweetness that envelops your entire mouth. Also picked up some smokehouse, barbecue? Moisture content is good, a few folks may want to dry it a bit. I was able to get very little tang, none of those dark Virginias. Can't do the 5 star thing yet. 1; 2; Next. As for the smoking experience, mechanically, it does everything well. Balkan Sobranie is still my favorite Balkan. There is also a mild topping, (I think), mostly a sweetness but maybe a bit of fruit. I appreciate the more economical pricing on a pound. Published review content of this website is considered the Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to this blend that will only get better with age. The aroma right out of the tin/bag is immediately intriguing and enticing. Those other tobaccos just kind of fell away for most of the bowl. More of a dry sweetness. I get an email stating that there is a limited release on (x) date. Too early. I have not tried a lot of their blends, but the small batch stuff is put aside for some age. Its well balanced, no bite, the Bol burns clean, rounded at the end with cool not astringent but almost a gentle pine campfire after taste. I knew right then it was meant to be. If you receive this confirmation repeatedly, you will need to enable cookies so that your response can be saved. Ok people. Could it be that Virginia blends m ight just be more popular? I was bit worried about a whole pound arriving to the uk without a hitch but it got here this morning safe and sound. This is subtle yet refined Balkan that har kens to the classic Balkan blends that many of us love. Nic hit is mild to medium. Well, I wrote earlier that if wasn't the Balkan you were looking for you could mix it half and half with Druquer Levant or Abingdon. The taste was even much more enjoyable. This may be the cheapest hobby that exists yet some people still feel entitled to a hand out. And I also suspect that selling it in such bulk put less pressure on their mail room. Cornell & Diehl - Folklore (Small Batch) Edit this tobacco Favorite Wishlist Subscribed From package: Our story begins with a blend of five distinct flue-cured varietals, ranging from specially processed Red and Orange leaf, to matured, dark Mahoganys and vintage Canadian Brights. Straight Up English is exactly what it sounds like: an English blend done the traditional way. UMA CONVERSA COM CHRIS GAWITH DA GAWITH AND HOGGARTH. Our featured interview tonight is with Ethan Talley. All magnificently balanced to do their job. fruit leather. Folklore - Flavorful and contemplative smoke! Mix 1/2 Palmetto Balkan and 1/2 Sutliff 515 RC-1 gets 5 stars. Virginias are leading with Perique and Kentucky softly supporting. The rest is just tears from their mother's basement. Per tobaccoreviews.com: "A blend of the finest North Carolina grown red Virginias, harvested in 2015, our Carolina Red Flake is a tribute to the Old Belt. I absolutely love this tobacco. It has a pleasant smooth silky smoke. - earthy bbq character from the Kentucky - personally, the cavendish is unnoticeable, though it may ease the sharpness of the blend - the katsuri was quite noticeable from the beginning. To SP and CD, no matter of preordering or spreading out the release will help those guys. I don't think all the reviews for this are super accurate. The shop owner of the B&M I shared some of this with was blown away. Sipped very slowly, and this blend reminds me of a good Halloween or wintertime blend. I smoked a respect able bowl last evening. Get exclusive updates on all our fresh offerings, sales, and promotions -- right to your inbox. I do enjoy the pound brick, it lays flat in my vault. The Small Batch project is something new to the pipe tobacco world. This stinksevery single timethe notification comes in my email and I click on the link and SOLD OUT!!! The Virginias seem to hang back during the 1st half before timidly making itself known in the latter stages. Then then comes those dark fruit flavors followed by a hint pepper from the Perique. Burns reasonable with average number of relights. No one element dominates- it truly is a wonderful blend. This is most definitely a high quality pipe tobacco and not floor sweepings as some you tube presenters have suggested. Nice enjoyable tobacco flavor. Typical Balkan blend with the orientals taking the lead however the Latakia is exceptional. The aroma alone will keep me coming back. You know our blends. 22 set. You wouldn't like it. My usual smokes are G&H dark and GLP Stonehenge , but this is just fantastic. I get slight notes of ginger, fig, dried apricot, bread and slightly sweet. I received my can today, so naturally I popped the top for a smoke. There appeared to be a window of three hours after release where it was in stock here (they even had a 1 per person limit). Yah gotta do your research and see which other estimable tobacco purveyors are selling highly desirable and oft-times highly limited-supply blends. Wasn't sure quite what to expect with C&D's small batch Palmetto Balkan. I must say, I find myself somewhat confused by this blend. Individual reviews are the opinion(s) of the contributor and do not reflect the opinion(s) The spice has ramped a bit. A nice compliment. I've come to the conclusion, that this small batch of amazing pipe tobacco is on another level from any other English blend I have yet to smoke. But ever wondered how it all happens? This blend really shines when you're sipping it at low temperatures. Another win for the Small Batch team. More, please. Not over the top with th e perique. That puts me about march before a taste review. Just the perfect ever changing blend between being a VaPer one minute to being a VaOr the next. Tough sh*t, boyo! Maybe later in the week if there is any left. I would make a regular purchase if it were available again. Cornell & Diehl is one of the most heralded pipe tobacco manufacturers in the United States. Overall I think this tobacco tastes like a really good VAper with the nicotine level being surprisingly higher than expected, and fruits in the background, maybe some molasses or deep sweet taste. No need to gripe or whine; get your self involved in the various pipe smoking communities on Facebook and see if someone would be willing to trade a bit for a bit of something YOU have. While smoking it at low temps, the mouthfeel is silky, and the different notes dance with each other on each draw. You release it when you release it and whoever gets to if first gets it. Extraordinary marketing, extraordinary products, limited supply and high demand. The Quality of the entire C&D catalogue seems to have gotten a boost in my opinion. I expected more depth. It is definitely a Virginia forward blend and I really like the types of Virginias used in it as well. Roasted nuttiness. Although the subtle sweetness fades in the second half of the bowl, the tobacco is exceptionally smooth and flavorful. Hints of stonefruit have faded to the back. Purchases were limited. SP should delete all these crybaby one star reviews to give the tobacco an honest chance at an assessment. 2001-2023 STC Holdings LLC, a division of Mac Baren USA. of STC Holdings LLC. Second half of the bowl leans more towards smoky and roasted walnuts with very subtle Perique spice. Your opinions aren't valuable to anybody on the planet. Why Small Batch? This is a sip slowly, Contemplative smoke. Thats a problem easily remedied with a jar. No baccy (trophy)for you! I'm a huge fan of cigars (2-3 a day) and wanted to throw my hat in the pipe tobacco world. Cornell & Diehl - Jolly Old Saint Nicholas - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 164,90 R$ 154,90; Capstan Original Navy Cut - Tabaco para Cachimbo R$ 194,90; Cornell & Diehl - From Beyond (Small Batch) R$ 249,90; SIGA-NOS. I'm glad I made the investment, and I'm buying more to cellar for a year or two. It must have been very limited. In my cellar I have (all bought from sp) Sobranie, F&K sterling balkan, Arango balkan supreme, both Balkan sobranie match from Sutliff, Balkan Sasieni, G&H Balkan flake, HH Balkan blend, Dan Tobak Balkan etcGet the idea?. Cornell & Diehl Small Batch "From Beyond". A tribute to the Oriental-forward blends of yesteryear, Cornell & Diehl's latest Small Batch release, Palmetto Balkan, delivers a uniquely Carolina-inspired interpretation of the celebrated Balkan mixtures that have captivated so many pipe smokers over the years. I would give it a medium on nicotine. Even with an ass-load in the cellar, I will have a tough time skipping this when/if they do another run of Palmetto Balkan next year. .To write the 1st constructive review other than Mr. Stanion. Delicate accompaniments of genuine St. James Perique, light smoked Kentuckey, and exotic Kasturi leaf combine to create a rich and elegant flavor with notes of sweet fruit, citrus, warming spices, and woodsy undertones.
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