Mac Baren Amphora Original Blend
(2.81)
A well-rounded blend, emphasizing the chocolate flavor of burley tobacco.
Centuries of tobacco craftsmanship go into Amphora Original blend to bring out the rich chocolately undertones of the finest burley tobaccos, balanced with Orientals, Kentucky, and Virginia leaf. The result is a smooth textured and easy burning blend of rare distinction.
Notes: Made by MacBaren since 2006, the company owns the blend as of 2015.
Details
Profile
Strength
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.81 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 31 - 33 of 33 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 23, 2022 | Medium | Mild to Medium | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
I like this tobacco because it is "ample". It's not thin, it give a nice rich smoke, with a spicy yet not too extreme flavor. The whole blend offers a natural taste (unlike "Full aroma" in which I taste something artificial in the background). This has become my standard winter tobacco, since I noticed that whether it's warm or cold outside, the flavor remains the same. The ribbon cut, though harder to light if it's windy, offers a slower smoke, and a more consistent flavor than for example, shag or flake (I find). Mostly, this tobacco feels so full. On top of that, it's among the more affordable tobaccos (about 9 euros a pouch where I live). In comparison Ashton's artisan blend (which I enjoy), which fits into the same medium-strength spicy blend is almost double that price. The room note is also much better than with most tobaccos around the same strength.
I would note though, that strangely I didn't find this tobacco aged well. I found the feel and flavor were much better when it wasn't too dry, and not too cellared.
I would note though, that strangely I didn't find this tobacco aged well. I found the feel and flavor were much better when it wasn't too dry, and not too cellared.
Pipe Used:
Briar
PurchasedFrom:
skonis ir kvapas
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Jul 17, 2021 | Mild to Medium | Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Didn't expect to like it. Opened the pouch today and I have already smoked three bowls today. This is the definition of an all day smoke.
Its easy to manage. No fussing. Just pack and light. I found the consistency perfect right out the package. It stays lit, no frequent relights and burns beautifully. The flavor is consistent the whole way through. There some slight nuttiness, some darker fruit flavors: there's also a subtle spice there and a tang. I am assuming that's the orientals and Kentucky. What's odd is I don't really detect a topping though I know its there because I read it is. Maybe I blew my palette awhile back, There is maybe a hint of chocolate but that's me reading there is and not so much because I tasted it. I think its Virginia dominant and to me, its more the red virginia.
This blend is well balanced. I am actually shocked by how much I enjoy this blend as I didn't expect much. Also, weirdly enough, I detect the nicotine in this more than others have mentioned in their reviews. Yet I can smoke other "higher" nicotine content blends and not feel it. I was a former smoker so my nicotinic receptors blew out maybe but Amphora, I feel it.
This was a nice surprise and a great travel, fishing, hiking blend. Quick grab and go and all day.
Its easy to manage. No fussing. Just pack and light. I found the consistency perfect right out the package. It stays lit, no frequent relights and burns beautifully. The flavor is consistent the whole way through. There some slight nuttiness, some darker fruit flavors: there's also a subtle spice there and a tang. I am assuming that's the orientals and Kentucky. What's odd is I don't really detect a topping though I know its there because I read it is. Maybe I blew my palette awhile back, There is maybe a hint of chocolate but that's me reading there is and not so much because I tasted it. I think its Virginia dominant and to me, its more the red virginia.
This blend is well balanced. I am actually shocked by how much I enjoy this blend as I didn't expect much. Also, weirdly enough, I detect the nicotine in this more than others have mentioned in their reviews. Yet I can smoke other "higher" nicotine content blends and not feel it. I was a former smoker so my nicotinic receptors blew out maybe but Amphora, I feel it.
This was a nice surprise and a great travel, fishing, hiking blend. Quick grab and go and all day.
Pipe Used:
Crown/Cob
PurchasedFrom:
Tobacco Pipes
Age When Smoked:
New pouch
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 10, 2021 | Mild to Medium | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
I bought this pouch on a whim and WOW...Amphora Original Blend is really fantastic, and provides a unique smoking experience.
The kentucky and oriental hang out in the background and keep things interesting while the burley, va, and black cavendish provide a somewhat sweet, mellow smoke that has a fuller flavor but does not overwhelm.
Really nice room note; good any time of the day. I also really like the pouch which is a sturdy, gold colored foil.
The kentucky and oriental hang out in the background and keep things interesting while the burley, va, and black cavendish provide a somewhat sweet, mellow smoke that has a fuller flavor but does not overwhelm.
Really nice room note; good any time of the day. I also really like the pouch which is a sturdy, gold colored foil.
Pipe Used:
boswell freehand
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