pipesandcigars.com Russ' Tastykake

The Virginias and matured Carolina form the base of the blend, though the role they fill is just above being a background player. They provide some grass, tart citrus, dark fruit with a light tanginess and a “barbecue” fermentation along with a touch of earth and wood. The deeply rich, smoky, woody, earthy, musty sweet Cyprian Latakia takes a light lead over the smoky, woody, earthy, spicy, floral, herbal, buttery and dry sour Turkish and Orientals. The spicy, raisiny, plumy perique competes with the spice from the Turkish, and its last two attributes offer some added nuances. The sugary black cavendish adds a light smoothness. The strength level is almost medium. The taste is medium. The nic-hit is just past the center of mild to medium. Won’t bite, and has no harsh or dull moments. This krumble kake is very easily broken apart to suit your packing preference. Well balanced and more nuanced than its brother blend, Ten to Midnight, it burns cool, clean and a little slow with a rich sweet and savory, mostly consistent flavor. Leaves little moisture in the bowl, and requires some relights. Has a pleasant, lingering rich after taste. Not quite an all day smoke, but close enough than an experienced smoker may consider it to be one.

-JimInks