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Erik Stokkebye 4th Generation's 2012 Anniversary Blend commemorates 130 years since the family-owned business first introduced their mixtures to pipe smokers. Comprised entirely of mature Virginias that are pressed and cut into flakes, it features a subtle pear flavouring for a hint of sweetness and a satisfyingly rich smoking experience. It's a remarkable blend from the esteemed tobacconist, continuing their historic legacy and passion for producing quality pipe tobaccos.
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Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| StevieB (2019) |   |
Mild to Medium | Mild | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Erik Stokkebye - 4th Generation 2012 Anniversary Blend.
A nice accompaniment for today's afternoon walk, albeit, this would be better suited to a warm summer's day in the garden!
Two rows of flakes that are medium brown with a light flecks. There's a very delicate touch of pear to the aroma but nothing too suggestive. They break apart with just a gentle touch.
Igniting a bowl goes without a hitch, just a quick touch of the flame sets up a decent smoke. The Virginias are both ripe and sharp; there's a fruitiness yet also plenty of fresh hay/grass. The topping seems more like pear cider, Perry, than just pears; quite sharp, making it a good partner to the lively portion of the Virginias. It burns nicely, from start to finish, giving a smoke which only bites when put under strain.
Nicotine: just below medium. Room-note: not great; a little sour.
2012 Anniversary? A nice blend, but I'll refrain from giving it a full house as the topping becomes 'bitter' after a while. Three stars:
Recommended.
Pipe Used: Mr Brog
Age When Smoked: Two months
Purchased From: Smokingpipes.com
7 people found this review helpful.
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| Elk (7) | |
Medium | Mild to Medium | Medium | Pleasant |
I had high hopes for this one when I read the description and I think it exceeded my expectations. I don't really pick up much pear in the tin more of a sweet smell somewhat typical of virginia flakes from Europe. However once lit everything changed. To me it's like Dunhill flake with the most natural essence of pear. I taste somewhat typical, but excellent mature virginia flavors with dark fruit and bread and a little spice but what I love is how the natural pear essence creeps into my nose so I'm smelling it more than tasting it. Just great stuff. I find it pretty much medium all the way around and very pleasant in the morning. I found smoking this very slowly and letting the smoke drift upwards brought out all of the flavors. Curious what happens to it over time, not that I feel it needs any. Four stars.
Pipe Used: Various briars
Age When Smoked: A few weeks in a jar
Purchased From: Various online shops
3 people found this review helpful.
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| boluotou (6) | |
Mild to Medium | Mild | Medium | Pleasant |
I did't got the reason why we must buy this limited edition pipe tobaco. It is a good blend, but there is no typical image for me. The beginning is more like Capstan Gold, but the later period is familiar with Peterson White Flake. 纪念ES品牌成立之年的一款草，如果没有限量草的噱头，还算不错的V。说是梨味，但是没尝出来。点火后风味很甜美，会让人误以为这是款甜美调性的V草，但是很短的前段以后，果味和甜度就大幅降低，主线味道几乎只剩下了烤面包味和过鼻时的一点点酒韵。这样的味道持续到尾段。口腔中的余韵是淡淡的甜味和很淡的奶味。前段的感觉很接近黄绞盘但是中后段更接近peterson复刻的小白切片。总体而言作为限量草没有太明显的特点，找不到非买不可的理由。如果是V草爱好者，不妨一试。 完整评测视频链接：https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1UK4y1T7eZ
Pipe Used: Charatan Pot Shape
Age When Smoked: new
Purchased From: Smoking Pipes
Similar Blends: Peterson White Flake, Capstan Gold.
1 person found this review helpful.
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