Details
| Brand | John Aylesbury |
| Blended By | Planta |
| Manufactured By | |
| Blend Type | American |
| Contents | Black Cavendish, Burley, Latakia, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin, 100 grams tin |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.80 / 4
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Reviews
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2003 | Mild | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
A mild, savory tobacco, mostly natural tasting, with some piquancy and a vague sour sweetness that, in my opinion, provides a surprisingly friendly room aroma. Is such thing possible in an English blend? Yes, provided it does not carry any Latakia or Oriental leaf. This is the case with John Aylesbury's English Mixture. Not at all heavy tasting, the ingredients used in this blend are of excellent quality: bright Virginias, Burley and a touch of toasted (not steamed or saucy), unsweetened Black Cavendish, barely apparent in the mixture as a whole. The fact that there are no Orientals or Latakia in this blend is no betrayal to its English nature, for it is basically a non aromatic mixture, i.e., there is no casing or topping.
When I first opened the tin, I was intrigued because I got no sign of Latakia or Turkish components. The tobacco is on the dry side, but it has a remarkable burning rate with no harshness at all. Bright to mid brown in color, with very few strands of blackish leaf thrown in, I proceeded to load the bowl and light up. Mmmm. Tasty, palatable, but with none of the traditional density and earthy flavors commonly associated with even the lightest of English blends (say, Early Morning Pipe). Instead, I tasted the crisp, woodsy tanginess of straight Virginias in perfect harmony with the nutty and almost acerbic flavor of natural Burley. As a I progressed further on, I perceived a faint, discreetly elegant, floral sweetness from the Cavendished leaf which, without being bothersome to the palate, enlivened the blend, highlighting the basic flavors of the other two components whilst issuing a very pleasant room aroma. The taste was rich, yet mild, and though it did have some effect on the palate, it never reached the tongue biting point.
The green label round the 100 g. tin, printed in German, reads: "Eine milde Mischung mit den Hauptkomponenten Bright Virginia, Black Cavendish und Burley". Since I had previously tried the Scottish Blend from the same house (that one does have Latakia as well as Cavendish and Virginia) but which I did not really find to my liking, I was quite surprised with this English proposition. In fact, this is very similar?but I think better tasting?to Macbaren's Mixture Scottish Blend. It has virtually the same components, but Aylesbury somehow avoids that harsh, bitter-sour aftertaste that haunts Macbaren's.
A nice, simple and friendly natural taste that can confidently be smoked in public without attracting negative attention from uncivilized non smokers. If you like a natural smoke and want a change of pace from straight Virginias, this is a very good option.
When I first opened the tin, I was intrigued because I got no sign of Latakia or Turkish components. The tobacco is on the dry side, but it has a remarkable burning rate with no harshness at all. Bright to mid brown in color, with very few strands of blackish leaf thrown in, I proceeded to load the bowl and light up. Mmmm. Tasty, palatable, but with none of the traditional density and earthy flavors commonly associated with even the lightest of English blends (say, Early Morning Pipe). Instead, I tasted the crisp, woodsy tanginess of straight Virginias in perfect harmony with the nutty and almost acerbic flavor of natural Burley. As a I progressed further on, I perceived a faint, discreetly elegant, floral sweetness from the Cavendished leaf which, without being bothersome to the palate, enlivened the blend, highlighting the basic flavors of the other two components whilst issuing a very pleasant room aroma. The taste was rich, yet mild, and though it did have some effect on the palate, it never reached the tongue biting point.
The green label round the 100 g. tin, printed in German, reads: "Eine milde Mischung mit den Hauptkomponenten Bright Virginia, Black Cavendish und Burley". Since I had previously tried the Scottish Blend from the same house (that one does have Latakia as well as Cavendish and Virginia) but which I did not really find to my liking, I was quite surprised with this English proposition. In fact, this is very similar?but I think better tasting?to Macbaren's Mixture Scottish Blend. It has virtually the same components, but Aylesbury somehow avoids that harsh, bitter-sour aftertaste that haunts Macbaren's.
A nice, simple and friendly natural taste that can confidently be smoked in public without attracting negative attention from uncivilized non smokers. If you like a natural smoke and want a change of pace from straight Virginias, this is a very good option.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Jan 18, 2002 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Tolerable |
Being a tobacconist, I happen upon various tinned tobaccos that I never had any real intention of trying. This is one of those tobaccos. I was filling an order and managed to drop one of the tins from the top shelf onto the hard floor and it opened spilling part of its contents. Needless to say, I couldn't ship that tin, so it became my personal 'test' tin (it's a hard life...how many industries give you the opportunity to smoke 100g of your own screwup?).
It's an attractive blend with various mottled browns from the Virginias and, I believe, a little oriental component. The dark blacks also plainly visible are constituted in what seem to be even, but fairly small, proportions of latakia and unsweetened black cavendish.
The tin aroma is pleasant, but nothing spectacular-- pretty much what I would have expected from a medium english, the category into which I can wholeheartedly put this blend.
My test pipe is a Lane-era Charatan relief, though I've smoked the blend in various pipes over the past six weeks. The flavor is pleasant, but unexceptional. It is a remarkably dry and clean smoke, which is very much to its credit, but I find it doesn't truly excite me. Granted, I'm rarely overly excited by an English blend, though a few more notable ones have turned my head. That said, the flavor is still well modulated and the smoke well balanced. The blend is, on the whole, pleasing to the palate. To my delight the Latakia does not overwhelmingly dominate the blend nor is the cavendish overly sweet.
As stated, the blend pleases me though it doesn't excite me. However, given the remarkably good per tin price (100g for about $8), it is most definitely worth a try.
It's an attractive blend with various mottled browns from the Virginias and, I believe, a little oriental component. The dark blacks also plainly visible are constituted in what seem to be even, but fairly small, proportions of latakia and unsweetened black cavendish.
The tin aroma is pleasant, but nothing spectacular-- pretty much what I would have expected from a medium english, the category into which I can wholeheartedly put this blend.
My test pipe is a Lane-era Charatan relief, though I've smoked the blend in various pipes over the past six weeks. The flavor is pleasant, but unexceptional. It is a remarkably dry and clean smoke, which is very much to its credit, but I find it doesn't truly excite me. Granted, I'm rarely overly excited by an English blend, though a few more notable ones have turned my head. That said, the flavor is still well modulated and the smoke well balanced. The blend is, on the whole, pleasing to the palate. To my delight the Latakia does not overwhelmingly dominate the blend nor is the cavendish overly sweet.
As stated, the blend pleases me though it doesn't excite me. However, given the remarkably good per tin price (100g for about $8), it is most definitely worth a try.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2019 | Medium to Strong | Extremely Mild | Medium | Pleasant |
This IS an English blend. Meaning a mixture prepared in the English manner, ie, very much a Lakeland style. I was first turned on to JA tobaccos while visiting Germany in 2015 for the Christmas Markets. I found a shop in Leipzig a block off the square from the Market there. The name escapes me now. Very beautiful shop. Upon opening the tin tobacco’s are very fresh with good moisture. Immediately there is a bright and light floral essence that greets you, combined with the grassy sweet Virginia scent. Darker, richer aromas bring up the rear by the unflavored cavendish and nutty Burley. The cut is mostly ribbon with some unrubbed flakes throughout. Packing is fairly easy with some rubbing of the larger pieces when I come across them. Upon first lighting I immediately am hit with the floral notes and bright Virginia. Then the Cavendish chimes in with some richness. The Burley then adds to the nuttiness ever so lightly but gets a bit heavier mid bowl. The smoke stays pretty even though the bowl but then near the finish it’s starts the slight sour piquancy. I also detected every so often the classic Lakeland flavor in the background. Very slight. It burns very evenly to a nice fine salt and pepper ash. Smooth with no bite. I put the nicotine level at a solid medium to medium-high. Very tasty mixture. Solid medium flavor. I reserve smoking this either early morning or evening after work.
Pipe Used:
Peterson 305 Standard, Peterson Donegal Rhodesian
PurchasedFrom:
Boswells
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2017 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
This is the description at Smokingpipes: John Aylesbury's English Mixture is a refined blend with the main components being Bright Virginia, Black Cavendish and Burley. A real classic for the lover of true tobacco pleasure. The flavor is mild, but well balanced, since the Black Cavendish isn't overly sweet and the Latakia is more of a ghost in the background.
Definitely has Latakia in it. I added it to the description. Starts like a good VaBur with a nice nuttiness from the Burley and a touch of hay from the Virginias. It seems as though the little sweetness it has is from the Black Cav. The Lat starts showing about 10 puffs in and by halfway it matches the Burley in strength. It finishes that way. A very nice tasting smoke that has a smoothness to it.
My tin had lost it's seal and the tobacco was very dry. I smoke mine dry anyway, but this was really dry. That may explain why it burns a little warm. Still a nice smoke.
Medium in body and taste. No added flavorings detected.
Definitely has Latakia in it. I added it to the description. Starts like a good VaBur with a nice nuttiness from the Burley and a touch of hay from the Virginias. It seems as though the little sweetness it has is from the Black Cav. The Lat starts showing about 10 puffs in and by halfway it matches the Burley in strength. It finishes that way. A very nice tasting smoke that has a smoothness to it.
My tin had lost it's seal and the tobacco was very dry. I smoke mine dry anyway, but this was really dry. That may explain why it burns a little warm. Still a nice smoke.
Medium in body and taste. No added flavorings detected.
Pipe Used:
MM Marcus, Country Gentleman, Mark Twain
PurchasedFrom:
Mars cigars and pipes
Age When Smoked:
fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Jun 21, 2021 | Medium to Strong | Very Mild | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
A lovely blend - although there’s no mentioning of any Latakia ingredient, I too detect a clear hint of it - a smokey and savory one. A good choice overall - I keenly use this tobacco any time of a day. Not my top choice, but I’m glad to have it in my inventory. Cheers!
Pipe Used:
Various briars, usually with a filter
PurchasedFrom:
Online tobacconist from Germany
Age When Smoked:
Fresh - to some months
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