G. L. Pease Abingdon
(3.40)
Abingdon is the fullest Balkan style blend in the range. It is rich and robust, powerful and forthright, yet still possessing subtlety and finesse. Dark flavors of wood and leather mingle with delicate undercurrents of sweetness, and deep earthy notes, while the Oriental tobaccos provide hints of their verdant, sometimes herbaceous character. A big Balkan blend, reminding us once more of what these blends used to be. Because of the high percentage of dark and oriental tobaccos, it's recommended to pack Abingdon a little less firmly than you might a lighter blend.
Notes: Abingdon was released in July, 2003.
Details
| Brand | G. L. Pease |
| Series | Classic Collection |
| Blended By | Gregory Pease |
| Manufactured By | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blend Type | Balkan |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 2 ounce tin, 8 ounce tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.40 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 41 - 45 of 45 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jul 09, 2007 | Medium | Mild | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
Besides being one of the most beautiful-looking tobaccos I've had the pleasure of smoking lately, Abingdon is also one of the most interesting. When I first opened the tin I got the scent *almost* of Revelation, the sharp-apple scent that's not incompatible with real tobacco taste. The mixture itself requires little drying and fills a pipe easily. Burns fairly evenly, leaving lovely white ash. Full-flavored enough to satisfy but not Latakia-ed to the point of staining one's sinuses. A good buy. G.L. Pease products are really unique and worth purchasing almost always.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 24, 2007 | Medium | Mild | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
I can?t add much to the blend?s description that I find most accurate. This is a pleasingly and pleasantly full, rich, smooth and satisfying Balkan. I particularly enjoy it after a full meal sitting in front of the fireplace on a cold winter?s night. Don?t ?balk!? Be like Mikey: try it, you?ll like it!
A cigarette is to be smoked. A cigar is to be enjoyed. A pipe is to be savored.
I rate this blend 8.8 out of 10.
A cigarette is to be smoked. A cigar is to be enjoyed. A pipe is to be savored.
I rate this blend 8.8 out of 10.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 09, 2006 | Extremely Strong | None Detected | Very Full | Very Strong |
A very good Balkan blend. It is very similar to Peretti's "ORIENTAL 440" only less orientals, more Latakia and a smoother ,yet less robust taste. A solid smoke for English fans.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Apr 01, 2005 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
Short ribbons of light and dark tobaccos. More stick-like bits than in other Pease blends I've tried.
Smokey, winey tin aroma. Moistness just right.
Medium full body. The tin description is accurate: woodsmoke and leather flavors. Very nicely balanced and integrated. Cool smoking.
Room note is sharp and pleasant.
Overall: A very pleasant smoke. Full flavored but not at all overpowering. When in the mood for a straightforward Latakia smoke, with little distraction from Orientals, this would probably be my first choice.
Rating: ***/****
Smokey, winey tin aroma. Moistness just right.
Medium full body. The tin description is accurate: woodsmoke and leather flavors. Very nicely balanced and integrated. Cool smoking.
Room note is sharp and pleasant.
Overall: A very pleasant smoke. Full flavored but not at all overpowering. When in the mood for a straightforward Latakia smoke, with little distraction from Orientals, this would probably be my first choice.
Rating: ***/****
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jul 04, 2004 | Mild | None Detected | Mild | Unnoticeable |
Nice tobacco with about 40% light Va. Milder than I expected. Very smooth all the way to the bottom of the bowl. I like this best in a large bowl which allows the tobacco to develop a fuller flavor. will definately smoke more.
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