Smoker's Pride Black Cavendish

Black Cavendish … The first thought that I have when somebody mentions Smokers Pride tobacco, is this stuff is just for those that want a cheap smoke. Its cost is sure enough low (cheap) but IMO this blend is also quit good, it reminds me of Lanes BCA and I enjoy a occasional smoke of several Lane blends including BCA.

I find this blend (SP/BC) both mild and bite free. For what I would call a (lite) aromatic, it sure is easy to manage, none of my usual ARO objections here. IMO this blend could easily be an all day smoke for those that enjoy lighter fare. As we all know, not all bargains end up a bargain, but for my taste this one sure did.

I decided to try this blend based on the other reviews and can honestly say that I am very pleased. The cool, sweet smoke and subtle vanilla of this blend result in a smooth and creamy mouth feel. This aromatic, unlike many others, is extremely smooth and bite free. This is the blend I would recommend to those beginning the hobby; unless the person is a cigarette smoker, than I would recommend something else like PA or H&H. The sweet smoke and fantastic room note get a two thumbs up from my better half; she has me smoke in the house occasionally instead of burning her scented candles. Easy to pack, easy to light, burns well, and blowing back into the stem from time to time during my smoke leaves the heel dry and dottle free. I smoke this blend in both my briars and cobs and can say that it is fantastic in either one. This blend has, without a doubt, made it's way into my daily rotation.

Good for the money, good to smoke by itself if you want, although a bit too sweet and moist... Blend it with SP whiskey and you get a cool burning, pleasent smelling version of captain black white minus the gasoline.

I bought this on a special with little expectation, but what a surprise! I the pouch it looked and smelled as you would expect from a BC tobacco. Packed well, a little moist. Once lit, it burn well. The taste was an unexpected surprise, a hint of vanilla topping rounds out the tobacco nicely. A mild smoke with a pleasant after taste. Mild, if any nic-hit. Likely the best value tobacco I have smoked

This is a good and inexpensive smoke. It has become my go-to daily smoke. Generates great clouds of smoke. It will bite if you work at. I find it a little too damp when first opened, making it hard to keep lit and generating some gurgle. Given a few hours exposure to the air, and it improves all the way around. Good flavor, and the room note is very nice--wife has approved it. Getting to the end of the first 12 oz bag, but have another one ready to go.

For the price this is a very nice tobacco. The closest tobacco on the market in the same venue would be BCA. I have found the tobacco to be of a sticky nature, but does not overly goop up my pipe. Furthermore, I did not experience tongue bite or burn with this aromatic.

I generally do not like aromatics, but I found this a nice indoor tobacco for cold winter days. (Translation - I do not get an ear full from the Lady of the House!) =)

Having smoked a pipe for more than three decades, I've tried many tobaccos. This has been my exclusive favorite for over ten years. I still try new tobaccos of various cuts and composition, but fail to find any better. I have had ladies standing next to me at a street corner make favorable comments about the aroma, and it does not leave an unplesant odor inside. I smoke a 12 ounce package per week, and find that with the moist heel, it benefits by putting it in an uncovered container. The tobacco is best smoked in a filtered pipe. One of the major pleasures of this tobacco is the ability to smoke it outside in windy conditions, and still not get a burned tongue or mouth. The absence of bite, highly acceptable aroma, consistent taste, and excellent value-for-price make this a very much above choice. Strongest recommendation.

Mild. Smoooth.This black Cavandish is a great value, and great smoke.! I have smoked velvet, $32 for 12 oz can....but the pricing is getting much too high. Smokers pride black Cavandish is about $20 for 12 Oz. A much better value and a great smoke although very mild, but everyone enjoys the smell, and I enjoy the taste even though it is so mild.

In the pouch: A slight chocolate/vanilla liqueur smell which dissipates with a little dry time. A little on the damp side of normal.

In the bowl: A slightly sweet mild vanilla and caramel flavor. The chocolate is barely noticeable. Surprisingly no bite or harshness. Burns well right out of the bag, but does improve with a little dry time without losing flavor. Leaves a minute amount of moisture/dottle in the bowl. Pleasant aftertaste. Burns well. Flavor remains through the bowl. An all day smoke.

While this blend stands alone very well I find it shines as a mixer. I've tamed some harsh blends, slowed down some fast/hot burners, and mellowed out others without overpowering their flavors. I hadn't tried any black cavs in a very long time because of previous unpleasant experiences, but that has changed now. I'll certainly buy more. 3 stars ( B+).