McClelland Frog Morton on the Bayou
(3.20)
When vacationing on placid waters of the Bayou, Frog Morton prefers this rich Balkan blend, to which he adds just enough precious Louisiana Perique. Smooth and dark and calming, a relaxing Balkan Blend.
Notes: The name Frog Morton comes to us from the works of JRR Tolkien. Frogmorton: A village in the Eastfarthing of the Shire. It stood on the East Road, between the Three-farthing Stone (fourteen miles to the west) and the Brandywine Bridge (twenty-two miles to the east). Immediately to the north of the village, the stream known as the Water broke into two, creating a wide watery region - this feature seems to have given Frog Morton its name, which means "frog marsh".
Details
| Brand | McClelland |
| Series | Craftsbury Series |
| Blended By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Manufactured By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | Balkan |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Perique, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin, 100 grams tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | No longer in production |
Profile
Strength
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.20 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 21 - 30 of 70 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 07, 2017 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Tin note is tangy, with some sweet and sour. Nice bright Virginias come through light and sweet for the duration of the bowl. Every so often you get some delicious foggy, raisiny tang from the periques. I didn't get much latakia flavor and wish the periques was more pronounced. Overall a great blend.
Pipe Used:
MM
PurchasedFrom:
P&C
Age When Smoked:
Fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 30, 2017 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
30-June-2017: New to pipe smoking. Was looking for an "entry-level English". After looking online this one intrigued me, primarily because of the oriental and perique. For me the tin note was smoky, peppery with a sweet under tone. Seemed almost too moist in the tin but didn't want to wait to light a bowl, plus very humid today. Packed nicely, difficult to light and a few relights needed to keep it going. Maybe I was expecting more but there was little to no flavor other the the peppery leading note of the perique, which was nice. Silky smooth smoke and no bite. Looking forward to more smokes from this tin.
Pipe Used:
Basic Briar
PurchasedFrom:
The Pipe Rack, Akron, OH
Age When Smoked:
Just purchased
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 05, 2016 | Mild to Medium | Extremely Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Taste like the original Frog with Perique added which makes this blend a bit more interesting to smoke. The Perique builds as you smoke bringing the pepper forward. The nicotine hit is a bit higher than the original but still fairly light. Lights and burns nicely. If you're a fan of FM and Perique blends, be sure to give FMOTB a try.
Pipe Used:
GBD Vase, GBD Dublin
PurchasedFrom:
The Tinder Box
Age When Smoked:
< 1 year
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 08, 2015 | Mild to Medium | Extremely Mild | Medium | Tolerable |
Smells like beef jerky! I heard a lot of good things about this tobacco and it did not disappoint. I feel like this tobacco would be really awesome on a camping trip or, dare I say, the Bayou
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| May 27, 2015 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Whoa, that's nice. Much milder than I expected and very decent flavor. I had braced myself for an overwhelming thump of taste, but it was more understated than expected but still nice and rich. This being my first try at perique, I'm liking it. It seemed a bit damp, but it's humid today, so it took a few relights to keep it going. It packed nicely, and I detected a few roll-like bundles in the strands that rubbed easily into ribbons. I got zero gurgle. And it was nice to the bottom of the bowl.
I've tried Frog and Frog Out on the Town--I like both. This is different, though subtly so.
I've tried Frog and Frog Out on the Town--I like both. This is different, though subtly so.
Pipe Used:
Missouri Meerschaum
PurchasedFrom:
Pipes & Cigars
Age When Smoked:
Fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2015 | Mild | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Frog Morton does it again with this Balkan blend. On the bayou is a mild Balkan and allows one to enjoy a nice and relaxing smoke. I love the perique in this blend and it is just another solid smoke from this series. The tobacco is easy to work with and keep lit. The smoke is smooth and no bite on this. So kick back on the sofa and enjoy your adventure to the bayou because this blend is A beaut.
Pipe Used:
Calabash
PurchasedFrom:
Pipes and cigars
Age When Smoked:
Fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 06, 2014 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild | Very Pleasant |
This will be the last of this series I will review since I found this to be quite similar to FMATP, but with the addition of perique. The perique was a nice mild touch and appreciated. For those who like milder English/Balkans this would be great for you. Another good attempt from McC in the arena of milder offerings. CLUAH
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 08, 2014 | Mild | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Tolerable |
This and cellar are the best of the froggy's. While the nic hit is not as great as I would like, the tobacco has a wonderful flavor and just the right amount of perique.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2014 | Mild | None Detected | Mild | Pleasant |
I have to quote Lit a Kia ...."WOW" what a beautiful blend. Mellow.....smooth.....wonderful.
I love my Perique and and this one is the perfect amount. The tin note is beautiful and the perfectly cut ribbons of dark brown and black are perfect for smoking immediately. Top, mid and bottom of the bowl taste great. This is a smoke I can inhale through my nose and savour. I gave 4 stars because I've yet to find "The" perfect pipe fodder but this one is darn close.
I love my Perique and and this one is the perfect amount. The tin note is beautiful and the perfectly cut ribbons of dark brown and black are perfect for smoking immediately. Top, mid and bottom of the bowl taste great. This is a smoke I can inhale through my nose and savour. I gave 4 stars because I've yet to find "The" perfect pipe fodder but this one is darn close.
Pipe Used:
Several Peterson's
PurchasedFrom:
Jades Smokers Corner
Age When Smoked:
New
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Mar 27, 2014 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
FMOTB is my favorite of all the Frog Morton blends. Tastes like a good VA/PER, with just a wisp of Lat thrown in. Very mild, very pleasant. The perique adds a tang which is enjoyable.
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