Boswell Pipes & Tobacco Piper's Pleasure

I have smoked so many Boswell blends over the years (but never reviewed most of them), that I don't know where to begin. When I pulled out my notebook and saw how many aromatics I've tried, I narrowed the field down to my favorite of them all, Piper's Pleasure. In fact, after checking my recollections, I need to call them up and order some more.

One of the richest aromatics I have ever smoked with a very strong Chocolate and Vanilla presentation (yes coffe is listed, too, but I never tasted it). Non goopy, clean burning rate and an after taste that is to die for. There are a lot of pure aromatic smokers in our midst and I personally this cool smoking Cavendish would be at the top of everyone's list who was born with a taster.

The burley is not that noticeable, but it offers a little nuttiness when it shows. You’ll get a little more of it in the last third of the experience. The black cavendish has some vanilla, but how much translates to the taste is uncertain as the toppings really tone down he tobaccos. The vanilla and chocolate are rich with a deep flavor in a starring role, the latter being a little more prominent. The coffee does no more than underscore the other toppings, and sometimes less than that. Has close to no nicotine. Needs a light dry time, but burns at a moderate pace, cool, clean, and creamy smooth sweetness from start to finish with just a slight weakening of toppings toward the end. leaves a little moisture in the bowl, and requires a few relights. Not quite an all day smoke, though the experienced are smoker may consider it to be one.

-JimInks

IMHO there is a short list of “kings” when it comes to bulk American aromatics, Boswell's and Pipeworks and Wilke to name a couple of them. The newest offering from Boswells is a great example as to why they are known for some of America's finest aromatics. Piper's Pleasure is a “full on” sweet wonderful blend of Vanilla and Chocolate. There is a coffee casing too, but I detect very little of it in the smoke. The ribbon appears to be made up of nearly equal amounts of Burley and Cavendish and does need some dry time prior to smoking. The flavors are intense and remain steady throughout the bowl. Unlike some aromatics, PP doesn't become bitter as the bowl nears its end and there is no chemical taste. Feel free to puff away on this blend because there is no bite to be found here!

When I do choose an aromatic, I tend to like aro's that are a little less sweet than this one. However when I want a full throttle aromatic, Piper's Pleasure has quickly become my favorite in the large stable of Boswell aromatic blends. Highly Recommended.

Wonderful blend with cocoa top note in bag, bowl, and room note. This is a great morning coffee, end of day smoke, designated, like "No Bite Delite", a regular upon first taste.

No bite at any point, although there was a brief gurgle mid-bowl; good, steady burn with no re-light required after charring / second lights.

Boswell provides excellent, friendly service, and fast shipping.

Highly recommend.

Piper’s Pleasure is one of the newer blends to Boswell’s lineup of well-made aromatics. Over time it has become one of my favorite Boswell blends. The pouch scent is mainly chocolate, but the coffee scent is definitely there in the background. In the pipe, I find the chocolate flavor dominates with the coffee in a supporting role. This tobacco is pretty heavily sauced, but it doesn’t goop up the pipe. If you like mocha like I do, this one is a keeper.

A very good aromatic. I was given a good sample of this that I finished yesterday following Easter Dinner at my In-Laws. I smoked them in an old MM Bullcob. It was a wonderful experience and the topping was a delightful fruity chocolate type of topping that reminded me a bit of CB Royal, but much better.

The topping lasted the whole bowl and though I never really got an overwhelming tobacco backbone to the blend, something that I rather enjoy in an aromatic, I was never left with that feeling of puffing on hot air. The pleasant aroma was with me throughout whether coming from my snork or off the sidestream, it was ethereal and gave me one of those magical smokes right when I needed one. That is after stuffing myself with an easter dinner.

I probably had about five bowls of this total and the others were not as memorable, so I don't think I could put four stars on this, but it would definitely hold four stars to any CB fans out there and for those aromatic smokers who like the taste of topping more than the taste of tobacco. I am giving it three for a recommended change up sweet treat.

I was gifted some of this from a friend.

In my mind, there are two types of Aromatics. Those that are worth buying, and those that are not. This is one of the formers.

It's a little moist out of the pouch, some drying time could be beneficial. I laid mine out for a minimum of 20 minutes and got optimal results. It packs relatively easily and stays lit, for the most part (Maybe dry it for a little longer). Surprised to hear that this isn't "flavored" I'm guessing the sugars, or whatever was used, was enough to give the burley and cavendish a little push into the realm of taste.

You'll get little whiffs of cocoa, vanilla, possibly even honey. I found this blend a little similar to Cupcake (the blend not the food) actually. But with a stronger hint of cocoa/chocolate. I didn't get any tongue bite but I could see this biting if provoked.

The room note on this was wonderful. I smoked it at a bar, and while most Japanese usually hate my baccys (usually Latakia bombs) I received compliments from around the room. I wore the same jacket I was smoking in the next day and got a true scent of the piper's pleasure. It was of that quintessential pipe smoke and brought me back memories of that Grandfather I never had.

I would recommend this to any fans of aromatics and anyone who doesn't smoke them but wants to have a high quality aromatic (you know who you are).

This is a finely blended and balanced aromatic. It is not over the top in flavoring which generally destroys the enjoyment of the tobacco experience itself. I didn't have any moisture or re-light issues with my 4 oz. order. It lit early, burned clean and even to the very end. It was truly a good even smoke with the nuances adding the notes you are looking for in the description. This blend is as described and doesn't let you down in any way. It's another fine Boswell blend. If you want the hint of cocoa or soft chocolate note, this is a good one. It's not all artificial like so many others and is a fine blend. Boswell's obviously knows what they are doing.

4 STARS!! this is good stuff. The best Boswell blend i have tried so far (5 of them) and i will be ordering some more of this to cellar. A must try aromatic!

Cocoa Puffs! This has the smell of one fine breakfast cereal from my childhood, and a mild, sweet taste. It smoked a bit wet for me, but was pleasant and easy on the tongue.

Like other Boswell aromatics, this one is a little bit of a novelty, but a decent tobacco.