John Cotton John Cotton's Latakia (re-release)
(3.29)
Made of Virginia, Orientals and latakia.
Notes: John Cotton's Latakia is aptly named, because this is a distinctly latakia forward blend with just enough Oriental and Virginia influence to keep it from becoming monochromatic. Remarkably cool and robustly deep in flavor, this is a treat for the real latakiaphile.
Details
| Brand | John Cotton |
| Blended By | Russ Ouellette |
| Manufactured By | Lane, Ltd. |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 1.75 ounce tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Very Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Reviews
Please login to post a review.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2017 | Very Strong | None Detected | Very Full | Pleasant |
If you are feint of heart, don't open these tins. If you are made of stronger stuff, have at it. When you open a tin of John Cotton's Latakia, you are assailed by a very strong aroma of Latakia that approaches, but does not reach, overwhelming status. Although variegated in color range, this blend is darker than any of the other current John Cotton's blends and it is heavier in it's smoking qualities; so, be ready. You are now smoking a full English blend - congratulations. Here's how my initial smoke went: first third of bowl - wild and somewhat chaotic and hard to get settled down, but, we did manage to get there; second third of bowl - now, this was another matter entirely as the blend nestled down into an absolutely beautiful and rich smoke; last third of bowl - well, all good things have to come to an end and the blend settled down too far and ended in, what struck me as, a Virginia and Oriental blend with only a hint of Latakia. I would rate these third scores as: three stars, four stars and two stars and I recommend this blend with a three star rating.
Pipe Used:
Michael Parks and Ashton Billiards
PurchasedFrom:
pipes and cigars
Age When Smoked:
current production
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| May 26, 2022 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
This tobacco caused me to finally create an account here.
Light up: a heavy smoke with an almost perfume like taste. Takes 3-4 lights to get going. Moisture perfect straight from the tin.
First third: perfumey flavor continues, but not in an unpleasant way, over the top of a traditional full English blend. The end of the first third I got a hint of a savory type flavor. A pleasant surprise.
Second third: mellow perfume still continues but it’s grown on me. Now moving towards a more traditional flavor. Have decided to continue this as my evening relaxation blend. So far no gurgles or moisture issues.
Final third: a floral and hardwood smoked meat combined with a small hint of leather. Fine white ash all the way to the bottom of the bowl.
Final verdict: a surprising tobacco that had some unexpected flavors. Overall I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys an English blend but wants something slightly outside the norm. Makes me imagine that this is what a Victorian gentleman might smoke after dinner on a mild summer night. Goes great with a beer but would also work with a hot tea or a scotch without issue.
Light up: a heavy smoke with an almost perfume like taste. Takes 3-4 lights to get going. Moisture perfect straight from the tin.
First third: perfumey flavor continues, but not in an unpleasant way, over the top of a traditional full English blend. The end of the first third I got a hint of a savory type flavor. A pleasant surprise.
Second third: mellow perfume still continues but it’s grown on me. Now moving towards a more traditional flavor. Have decided to continue this as my evening relaxation blend. So far no gurgles or moisture issues.
Final third: a floral and hardwood smoked meat combined with a small hint of leather. Fine white ash all the way to the bottom of the bowl.
Final verdict: a surprising tobacco that had some unexpected flavors. Overall I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys an English blend but wants something slightly outside the norm. Makes me imagine that this is what a Victorian gentleman might smoke after dinner on a mild summer night. Goes great with a beer but would also work with a hot tea or a scotch without issue.
Pipe Used:
Savinelli 642
PurchasedFrom:
B&M
Age When Smoked:
1 year
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2023 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
Tin note of smokey and mild spices. Tobacco is mostly black with a bit of brown and small amount of tan. The ribbon cut has a moisture content that's fairly dry and soft. No drying/prep needed. Burns slow with a few relights. The strength is medium to strong and nic is mild. No flavoring detected. Taste is full and consistent/inconsistent, with notes of smoky, dry wood, burn toast, buttery, mildly sweet tartness, savory, earth, sour, herbal spice, leather, mild musty vegetation, bready, floral, a tangy incense like background note, and a peppery retro. Latakia is leading with Virginia supporting. Oriental/Turkish are supporting from the rear. Room note is tolerable, and aftertaste is great.
Pipe Used:
English Captain Black Sandblasted X188
Age When Smoked:
4 years
target="_blank"
