McClelland Anniversary 1977-2010
(3.22)
An elegant matured Virginia ribbon-cut blend, naturally sweet with that clarity of flavor possessed by only the best Virginias. Seasoned lightly with fine, cool-smoking Cyprian latakia. Aged for months to mellow.
Notes: Originally a limited edition Virginia mixture released in 2002 in celebration of McClelland's twenty-fifth anniversary; McClelland has decided to reintroduce its Anniversary blend in 2005 due to overwhelming demand.
A fine Virginia mixture with just a pinch of latakia to spice things up; this is an impeccable blend, sure to become a favorite.
Originally released in 2002 to commemorate 25 years of quality tobacco manufacturing, a total of 3000 tins were issued wrapped in commemorative ecru paper with a red wax seal. A second issue, bearing a green wax seal and an updated date span on the paper wrapping (1977-2005), was released in 2005. A third issue, bearing a (brownish) natural wax seal and updated date span (1977-2010), was released in 2010.
Details
| Brand | McClelland |
| Blended By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Manufactured By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | Virginia/Latakia |
| Contents | Latakia, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 100 grams tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | No longer in production |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.22 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 21 - 29 of 29 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 23, 2009 | Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
My tin is the 2005 run. I smoke Latakia blends as a change-up, but really like the touch of Latakia found here. I could smoke it all day. The Virginias are high quality, as I would expect from McClelland.
Downgrading to three stars-that is just my opinion. Still a tasty blend, but it is not going to make my greatest hits list.
Edit 7-18-12: Well, I'm well into a huge Marxman Jumbo-full of this blend, and I like it. Maybe a bit more Latakia than Oriental #1, and the thing is with this one, is that it has the Latakia combined with that well-known "vinegar" thing found in McClelland matured Virginias. I just don't think it would be the first McClelland I would buy again, unless I got a really good deal on it.
So, I'll smoke up the rest I have, enjoy it, and stick to McClelland Matured Virginias and Christmas Cheer before I go buying anymore of this.
Don't get me wrong; I'm enjoying this pipe, but I think my main issue with it is that I don't like the typical McClelland "vinegar" (even though I know that's not what it really is) combined with this Latakia. It has taken me a while to finish this tin, and I gave some away, so I guess this is my final word. Still recommended, of course, even if it's not my favorite McClelland.
11-7-2022 It's been a while since I smoked this, and I sure do wish I had some more, and even though I don't have another bowl to smoke, and it's highly unlikely that I will ever see it again, I'm upgrading to four stars. Not sure why I gave it three in the first place, and I like the McClellands with Latakia now, like this tin of 1991 Bombay Court I just opened three days ago, rehydrated, and am thoroughly enjoying. At this point, I would give McClelland's worst blend four stars just out of respect.
Downgrading to three stars-that is just my opinion. Still a tasty blend, but it is not going to make my greatest hits list.
Edit 7-18-12: Well, I'm well into a huge Marxman Jumbo-full of this blend, and I like it. Maybe a bit more Latakia than Oriental #1, and the thing is with this one, is that it has the Latakia combined with that well-known "vinegar" thing found in McClelland matured Virginias. I just don't think it would be the first McClelland I would buy again, unless I got a really good deal on it.
So, I'll smoke up the rest I have, enjoy it, and stick to McClelland Matured Virginias and Christmas Cheer before I go buying anymore of this.
Don't get me wrong; I'm enjoying this pipe, but I think my main issue with it is that I don't like the typical McClelland "vinegar" (even though I know that's not what it really is) combined with this Latakia. It has taken me a while to finish this tin, and I gave some away, so I guess this is my final word. Still recommended, of course, even if it's not my favorite McClelland.
11-7-2022 It's been a while since I smoked this, and I sure do wish I had some more, and even though I don't have another bowl to smoke, and it's highly unlikely that I will ever see it again, I'm upgrading to four stars. Not sure why I gave it three in the first place, and I like the McClellands with Latakia now, like this tin of 1991 Bombay Court I just opened three days ago, rehydrated, and am thoroughly enjoying. At this point, I would give McClelland's worst blend four stars just out of respect.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 22, 2006 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Just as the wrapper states, this is a tobacco blend to be enjoyed on special occasions. Now, the dilemma is to find a reason for an occasion every day. This blend is fantastic. The tin aroma lets one know that this is a Va/Latakia blend, but it in no way expresses the pleasure to be found. I found Anniversary to be a mild to medium blend of exquisite flavor. While this may not replace my favorite blend, McClelland's bulk #5110, it certainly will be in this pipesters rotation regularly.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 20, 2005 | Medium | Extremely Mild | Mild to Medium | Tolerable |
I toggle, since I am not a politician it is toggle. Flipflop is for congressional delegates. This is sometimes the very best tobacco I have ever had. Other times it is only very very very good. I love a tobacco with a modest dose of latakia. A little turkish is also pretty good in my book. And Virginia is a must. So how can a "two out three" be my favourite? Maybe that is why I toggle. Perfectly blended, perfectly balanced. Perfectly suited for me. I am glad to get a blend like this to have around, and I hope the continued issue is as good. All I have smoked so far is the special issue. Get this stuff and get plenty of it. Thank me with lavish gifts when you are old and the tobacco is old and you come to realize how valuable this advice was/
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Mar 18, 2004 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Twenty-fifth Anniversary is for me an all time favorite. The rich blend of latakia and virginia tobaccos was just right. This is all to rare a blend. The pack and burn were perfect. Rich and smokey the blend was a delight to savor.
I especially enjoyed this in a meerschaum in the evening where I could relax and enjoy it. It has plenty of high notes. The strange, McClelland taste was in the background to be sure, but not as pronounced as in some blends, and I like it anyway. This is an excellent blend well deserved of its appelation. There are several tins of this stored away in the cellar.
I especially enjoyed this in a meerschaum in the evening where I could relax and enjoy it. It has plenty of high notes. The strange, McClelland taste was in the background to be sure, but not as pronounced as in some blends, and I like it anyway. This is an excellent blend well deserved of its appelation. There are several tins of this stored away in the cellar.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 02, 2002 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Excellent blend. Smells like your standard McC virginia in the tin, but the first puff reveals the latakia's presence. I also pick up a fair bit of Turkish (esp Smyrna) in the aroma, though the tin copy is silent on this. After a few minutes the Virginia begins to assert itself, but it remains a very balanced smoke throughout. Some minor bite, but not much for McC. Smoked all the way to the bottom, and it was great all the way. They've certainly got a winner here.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Oct 21, 2009 | Medium | Medium | Medium | Pleasant |
very smooth and ready to smoke right out of the can.bought 5 tins after a sample from a friend.burns well and stays lit to the end a rich tasting mccranies red ribbon with a little latakia kick.my tins are all from 2001.Once you open the tin you can't stop.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 12, 2007 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
I must concur with the other reviewers about this blend. I think this one of McClland's most exiquisite blends, with a deep VA taste, and not over powering latakia, which makes this a superior English type blend. This blend will definetly be in my rotation.
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Mar 31, 2005 | Medium | Mild | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
not much I can say, but an outstanding blend. Very very good.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 27, 2002 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
I have just started smoking a pipe after many years of cigarets. This is one of the first tins that I have bought, and so far it has to be my favorite. I'm sure my ability to taste will improve as I learn more about pipe tobacco, but I really like the smokiness of this blend.
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