Paul Olsen Garrick
(3.22)
Paul Olsen's version of the long wanted "The Garrick". A nice, mild Latakia mixture, the mildest of the triad "Garrick" - "800 Ø" - "Blue Queen".
Details
| Brand | Paul Olsen |
| Series | My Own Blend |
| Blended By | Michael Mortensen |
| Manufactured By | |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Latakia, Perique, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 100g Tin |
| Country | Denmark |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 19, 2016 | Mild | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
As of the date of this review Garrick is still very much available, albeit, I only know it to be available from Denmark.
I have found that all the MOB English blends sampled thus far have proved to be solid performers. Garrick is on the lighter end of the spectrum, i.e., it's not a "lat-bomb", but with the interesting addition of perique.
Worth a try if it's not overly inconvenient to source.
I have found that all the MOB English blends sampled thus far have proved to be solid performers. Garrick is on the lighter end of the spectrum, i.e., it's not a "lat-bomb", but with the interesting addition of perique.
Worth a try if it's not overly inconvenient to source.
Pipe Used:
Various briars and a Falcon
PurchasedFrom:
The Danish Pipeshop
Age When Smoked:
Fresh from the shop, and after a few months rest
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2016 | Mild | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Very Pleasant |
Olsen's Garrick is no longer produced. It came in an unusual tin that was triangular in shape. I really liked the flavor overall, but it was hard to smoke a lot of in a short time because the Perique in the blend was a little on the overwhelming side for me. But, the other listed components were of good quality and the smoke was satisfying, but according to my notes, just too light overall to satisfy, particularly with such Perique dominance.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 06, 2010 | Mild | None Detected | Mild | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Well, I prefer King George to this tobacco, though they are very similar. In Garrick I miss the Orientals. No bad tobacco, but a bit "flat". BigBadWolf.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 09, 2008 | Mild | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Mild and sweet English type blend. Very easy to pack and light. Keeps lit without effort. Smokes cooly all the way to the bottom of the pipe. No bite whatsoever. A good blend for those wanting to try a Latakia blend but reluctant of their usual punch.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Sep 14, 2005 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
A good starting point to the english blends, though not a real classic english. It's very easy to pack and light, and the smoke proceeds evenly. The cavendish gives a sweet tone, no bite at all, and the nicotine punch is really low. A good one, though not fantastic.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Apr 18, 2003 | Mild | None Detected | Mild | Pleasant |
A nice, mild tobacco made by Paul Olsen's eminent tobacco specialist Michael Mortensen. made after an English reciept, this tobacco contains Latakia, Perique, Cavendish, Kentucky, and Virginia. A nice, mild tobacco for the smoker, who wants to start smokin the "traditional" English mixtures.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 28, 2014 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Great blend. Friendly. After lighting it up the taste is round mellow and creamy. Like Germains King Charles. After 3 relights it's harsh, bitter and hard work to finish. Not very enjoyable. But untill then it's a joy.
Pipe Used:
Briar, corn cob, Meerschaum
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