Karl Erik Private Blend No.20
(2.36)
Aromatic Virginias from Central Africa and North
America treated in a special Cavendish procedure,
gently sliced into fine flakes. Mixed with spicy
Syrian Latakia. A very satisfying tobacco.
Details
| Brand | Karl Erik |
| Blended By | |
| Manufactured By | |
| Blend Type | |
| Contents | Cavendish, Latakia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50g Tin |
| Country | Denmark |
| Production |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.36 / 4
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Reviews
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| May 10, 2007 | Mild | Mild | Mild to Medium | Very Pleasant |
Karl Erik comes in a nice big, round tin that looks larger than 50g. It has a nice picture of a KE freehand on it, one that I would like to own. The tin note is, as distinguished gentleman notes, on the germainey side. It has a peaty, briny aroma, but it's sweeter and a bit more honey heathery. In appearance, it's an interesting tobacco. The shag strands (probably rubbed out flake) mixed with square cuts of flake looks a bit like angel hair & ravioli. This is a European English/Aromatic crossover; much different from American varieties. The Syrian Latakia is a mellower, at times more complex version than its Cyprian counterpart. It burns well, smokes cool & leaves a subtly sweet aroma in the room. I heard that this is no longer being produced. Too bad! I will enjoy the last few tins as long as they are available. A fine blend!
Four of five stars
A year later and better than I ever remember. The fact that the tin is about 5 years old and has been aging an additional year might have something to do with it. The only problem is that after you open, the fine, moist contents within dry quickly. Nevertheless, it's one of the great European blends with plenty of exotic elements. Whatever tins are left, I hope to acquire them.
Four and a half of five stars
Four of five stars
A year later and better than I ever remember. The fact that the tin is about 5 years old and has been aging an additional year might have something to do with it. The only problem is that after you open, the fine, moist contents within dry quickly. Nevertheless, it's one of the great European blends with plenty of exotic elements. Whatever tins are left, I hope to acquire them.
Four and a half of five stars
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