Sutliff Tobacco Company Crumble Kake Limited Edition No. 5 Rustica
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In the early 17th century, John Rolfe procured seeds from Trinidad, cultivating a milder tobacco than the harsh Nicotiana rustica then being grown in the colonies. Thus set in motion Nicotiana tabacum’s dominance in most all tobacco consumption to this day. However, equipped with a modern knowledge of tobacco processing, the hearty Rustica has found a place in the blender’s arsenal, and it now finds a home in our Barrel Aged Series with Crumble Kake no. 5.
Sun cured to retain the leaf’s natural sugar, Rustica is joined by zesty Virginias and nutty Burleys before being aged in a bourbon barrel. Finally, it is pressed into a crumble cake, mellowing and melding the bold mixture. With full body and flavor, Sutliff Crumble Kake no. 5 delivers a rich smoking experience.
Details
| Brand | Sutliff Tobacco Company |
| Series | Barrel Aged |
| Blended By | Sutliff Tobacco Company |
| Manufactured By | Sutliff Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | Virginia Based |
| Contents | Burley, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Bourbon |
| Cut | Krumble Kake |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production |
Profile
Strength
Medium to Strong
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Reviews
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 04, 2023 | Strong | Medium | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
My curiosity got the better of me, leading me to try Sutliff Crumble Kake No. 5. This unique blend, infused with the flavors of Rustica tobacco and aged in a bourbon barrel, promised a bold smoking experience. Surprisingly, it delivered much more than I anticipated, offering a delightful array of flavors and a satisfying tobacco taste.
From the very first puff, I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of flavor in Sutliff Crumble Kake No. 5. While I'm typically drawn to aromatic tobaccos, this blend showcased a fascinating combination of zesty Virginias, nutty Burleys, and the unique Rustica tobacco while still having a subtly sweet undertone that perfectly complemented the bolder notes.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this blend was the hint of raisin that emerged during the smoking experience. It added a touch of fruity sweetness without overpowering the overall profile. The interplay between the raisin note and the robust tobacco flavors created a captivating and well-balanced blend that kept me smoking.
Coming from a background of cigarette smoking, I found the boldness of Sutliff Crumble Kake No. 5 particularly satisfying. The blend's full body and rich tobacco taste reminded me of the robustness I enjoyed during my cigarette days. Yet, it also showcased the complexity and nuances that can only be found in high-quality pipe tobaccos. Would recommend to a friend who has been smoking pipes or tobacco for awhile and enjoys tobacco flavors.
From the very first puff, I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of flavor in Sutliff Crumble Kake No. 5. While I'm typically drawn to aromatic tobaccos, this blend showcased a fascinating combination of zesty Virginias, nutty Burleys, and the unique Rustica tobacco while still having a subtly sweet undertone that perfectly complemented the bolder notes.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this blend was the hint of raisin that emerged during the smoking experience. It added a touch of fruity sweetness without overpowering the overall profile. The interplay between the raisin note and the robust tobacco flavors created a captivating and well-balanced blend that kept me smoking.
Coming from a background of cigarette smoking, I found the boldness of Sutliff Crumble Kake No. 5 particularly satisfying. The blend's full body and rich tobacco taste reminded me of the robustness I enjoyed during my cigarette days. Yet, it also showcased the complexity and nuances that can only be found in high-quality pipe tobaccos. Would recommend to a friend who has been smoking pipes or tobacco for awhile and enjoys tobacco flavors.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2023 | Medium to Strong | Very Mild | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
Tin note of pungent sour fruit, earthy and alcohol. Tobacco is a Krumble Kake of marbled black, brown and a little tan. Moisture content is good, some pipe smokers may want to dry it out a bit. Kake breaks apart and rubs out easily. Burns slow with a few extra relights. The strength is medium to strong and nic is medium. Flavoring is very mild, with notes of bourbon. Flavoring seems to be sporadic during the first 1/2, then goes away. Taste is medium to full and mostly consistent, with notes of cigar, zesty, earthy, tart and tangy citrus, peaty sour vegetation, spicy, leather, wood, toasted bread, spice, herbal floral, sugar, nutty, mildly sour vinegary, acidic, a bitter lemon grass background note, and a peppery retro. Rustica is leading with Burley, Virginia and flavoring supporting. Room note is tolerable, and aftertaste is great.
Pipe Used:
2016 Northern Briars Premier Rox Cut #4 Prince
PurchasedFrom:
watchcitycigar.com
Age When Smoked:
2 months
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