John Sinclair Highland Sliced
(3.29)
Cool slow burning and full-bodied (A slow burning full strength tobacco for experienced smokers).
Details
| Brand | John Sinclair |
| Blended By | Orlik Tobacco Company A/S |
| Manufactured By | Orlik Tobacco Company A/S |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Virginia |
| Flavoring | Fruit / Citrus, Other / Misc |
| Cut | Flake |
| Packaging | 25 grams pouch |
| Country | Denmark |
| Production | No longer in production |
Profile
Strength
Strong
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.29 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 21 - 24 of 24 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 03, 2008 | Strong | Medium | Full | Strong |
This one hasn't been reviewed in a while, not too difficult to see why, most smokers of this this this, dare I say blend ? do not survive, if you would like a slightly toned down Irish Flake, then this could be for you, it is strong with a rancid side stream and no redeeming qualities. Smoking slowlyonly increases the torture, on yourself, pipe and any poor devils in your presence.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2005 | Strong | Medium | Full | Pleasant |
I was able to smoke a goodly amount of HS over the Christmas season thanks to a gentleman in Scotland who sent me several pouches; I tip my hat to you, sir. I knew I would enjoy this tobacco, as it has all the trappings of a classic scented flake: floral dressing, dark leaf and a formidable amount of flavor and nicotine. The flakes are sturdy little buggers, neither dry nor wet, just perfect and ready to smoke. I found my enjoyment peaked when consumed via a smallish group 3 Dunhill, whereby the smoke slowly increased in strength and dark character. This is a true treat for me and as such I have been savoring it slowly everyday for the last week. Adjectives such as 'rich' and 'full' are overused on this forum but they are surely applicable with regard to Highland Slices. One more solid reason to explore British tobacco offerings.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2005 | Very Strong | Strong | Very Full | Overwhelming |
This truly is one tough smoke. It has a very odd aroma: a cloying sweetness, with that infamous soapy undertaste of many British industrial tobaccos, very different from Dunhill's Light Flake raisin-like flavor or even Gawith's Full Virginia Flake. The nicotine content in this one hits you like a ton of bricks, and the room aroma, far from pleasant, is overwhelmingly stuffy.
It is a very moist flake, cheap, and following Paddy's contention, it does have that very peculiar Murray's denouement: somewhere in between Erinmore and University Flake. Just add about 10 notches strength wise.
It is a very moist flake, cheap, and following Paddy's contention, it does have that very peculiar Murray's denouement: somewhere in between Erinmore and University Flake. Just add about 10 notches strength wise.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Mar 27, 2004 | Medium to Strong | Mild to Medium | Very Full | Tolerable |
This flake is almost identical to Murray's Irish Slices in every way. It is a dark flake with plenty of nicotine, but with a very sweet top dressing. I rub it out while it is still moist for easy packing and smoke it in a small Inderwicks. A little bit of this goes a long way. It is a delightful smoke after dinner with excellent, natural tobacco flavor complemented by the sweetness and no bite or bitterness. The problem is that it is very hard to come by and is a bit pricey, hailing all the way from the northern U.K. Highly recommended as a must try tobacco if you have the opportunity. Paddy.
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