pipesandcigars.com Candy Cane Cocoa
(2.86)
Russ' Monthly Blend - Candy Cane Cocoa is the perfect blend for sitting at home in front of the fireplace. The mixture is mostly black cavendish with some Virginia and burley. It has a rich chocolate note with a hint of peppermint. What makes the blend especially interesting is that the room note smells like freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, but the chocolate takes the background in the flavor as the cooling mint lingers pleasantly on the palate.
Details
| Brand | pipesandcigars.com |
| Series | Russ' Monthly Blend |
| Blended By | Russ Ouelette |
| Manufactured By | Pipes & Cigars |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Black Cavendish, Burley, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Cocoa / Chocolate, Mint |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | Bulk |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Medium
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Very Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Reviews
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2019 | Mild | Strong | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Candy Cane Cocoa - Russ' Monthly Blend.
Coarse ribbons with a higher amount of black compared to brown. I bought this from Tobaccopipes.com and as they always tightly roll their loose blends up in the pouch, it prevents any drying-out of said blend. This is as you'd expect a strong aromatic to be; a little moist! The unlit aroma's a good representation of the coming smoke: chocolatey and minty!
The mint's the stronger of the two casings; very fresh, sharp, and cooling. The chocolate addition causes a flavour reminiscent of the 80's treats After Eight Mints. Where the tobaccos are concerned it's far heavier with black Cavendish than the others; of course, the heavy flavouring helps mask the smaller amount of Virginia and Burley! The burn isn't too bad mechanically, but it has a propensity to bite without being forced to do so.
Nicotine: not a lot. Room-note: nice.
Candy Cane Cocoa? An unusual smoke, but enjoyable, nevertheless. Recommended:
Three stars.
Coarse ribbons with a higher amount of black compared to brown. I bought this from Tobaccopipes.com and as they always tightly roll their loose blends up in the pouch, it prevents any drying-out of said blend. This is as you'd expect a strong aromatic to be; a little moist! The unlit aroma's a good representation of the coming smoke: chocolatey and minty!
The mint's the stronger of the two casings; very fresh, sharp, and cooling. The chocolate addition causes a flavour reminiscent of the 80's treats After Eight Mints. Where the tobaccos are concerned it's far heavier with black Cavendish than the others; of course, the heavy flavouring helps mask the smaller amount of Virginia and Burley! The burn isn't too bad mechanically, but it has a propensity to bite without being forced to do so.
Nicotine: not a lot. Room-note: nice.
Candy Cane Cocoa? An unusual smoke, but enjoyable, nevertheless. Recommended:
Three stars.
Pipe Used:
Mastro Cascia
PurchasedFrom:
Tobaccopipes.com
Age When Smoked:
One week
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 2018 | Mild | Medium | Mild | Pleasant |
I bought this at Christmas time a year ago and never got around to smoking it. I lit I up this year and found it to be a delightful change of pace. The Cocoa and mint are both detected in the pouch note and while smoking. It is smooth with no bite, burns evenly and stays lit. I am not sure I will smoke it year-round, but it will definitely go into my rotation during the holidays. A great way to get into the holiday spirit.
PurchasedFrom:
pipesandcigars.com
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