Cornell & Diehl Easy Times
(3.20)
This Cornell & Diehl blend hearkens back to porch settin' and checkers playin': Easy Times. Red Virginia is combined with dark fired Kentucky, burley, and a bit of Latakia for a classic, laid back American English mixture.
Tin Description before 2012: A traditional blend of red Virginia, Latakia and 20-year old fire cured Kentucky.
Notes: GL Pease noted that the famed 20 year-old Kentucky stock, which were shared between GLP and C&D, was exhausted sometime in 2012, and since then that blends using a different, though exceptionally similar, supply of Kentucky.
Details
| Brand | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blended By | Craig Tarler |
| Manufactured By | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Kentucky, Latakia, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 2 ounce tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium to Strong
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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3.20 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 11 - 20 of 49 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 20, 2004 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Strong |
Easy Times is yet another fine example of a unique blend from a master tobacco blender. It is a different type of smoke than my usual rotation of English/Balkan/Virginias, and so it has taken me a bit of time to warm up to the blend and develop an appreciation for it's character.
Upon opening the tin, the aroma is quite inviting and the Latakia is most noticable. The cut is a medium ribbon, and the colors range from light to medium brown w/ about 25% darker leaf showing. Moisture content was good, although I feel that a little drying will result in a smoother smoke.
Upon lighting up, the initial flavor is good; Latakia and burley mostly w/ the the Virginia providing a pleasant background, but with very little of the residual sweetness that I was expecting. Mid bowl, the burley turns nutty and balances out the smoky component nicely. By the end of the bowl, the flavor has developed towards a smoky creaminess w/ little or no trace of Virginia left at the finish.
I have no trouble lighting or keeping this blend lit, and it smokes well right down to the last bit in the bottom of the bowl. The room aroma is not the most pleasant to the uninitiated; my wife won't come outside when I smoke this one and says that it smells like burning leaves. Oh well, more for me...
As with many burley blends, this tobacco definately needs to be smoked slowly. Puffing too quickly, especially in the last 2/3 of the bowl, will result in a harsh bitterness. Gently sipping at this one provides the pleasant goodness described above. Overall, my impression is a different type of smoke; full bodied but not intense. I find this to be a nice change of pace on occasion.
Upon opening the tin, the aroma is quite inviting and the Latakia is most noticable. The cut is a medium ribbon, and the colors range from light to medium brown w/ about 25% darker leaf showing. Moisture content was good, although I feel that a little drying will result in a smoother smoke.
Upon lighting up, the initial flavor is good; Latakia and burley mostly w/ the the Virginia providing a pleasant background, but with very little of the residual sweetness that I was expecting. Mid bowl, the burley turns nutty and balances out the smoky component nicely. By the end of the bowl, the flavor has developed towards a smoky creaminess w/ little or no trace of Virginia left at the finish.
I have no trouble lighting or keeping this blend lit, and it smokes well right down to the last bit in the bottom of the bowl. The room aroma is not the most pleasant to the uninitiated; my wife won't come outside when I smoke this one and says that it smells like burning leaves. Oh well, more for me...
As with many burley blends, this tobacco definately needs to be smoked slowly. Puffing too quickly, especially in the last 2/3 of the bowl, will result in a harsh bitterness. Gently sipping at this one provides the pleasant goodness described above. Overall, my impression is a different type of smoke; full bodied but not intense. I find this to be a nice change of pace on occasion.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 01, 2020 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
Cornell & Diehl Easy Times is a bold, yet simple Burley based blend that packs a punch. The tobacco was dry out of the tin, but ready to smoke. The cut was a typical ribbon cut that included some larger chunks. The tin note was earhty, with a nicely fermented leaves note and hint of smoke and wood.
Upon lighting the taste is earthy with spice, with woody and smokey notes following. The Kentucky/Burley is the major player. It is bold, punchy, dry, and earthy, yet lacks the typical nuttiness associated with Burley. The Red Virginia and Latakia are in the background with the Virginia giving the blend hints of sweetness, grass, and a little citrus that occasionally creeps up, while the Latakia offers smokey, woody undertones. Somewhere in the blend dark fruit and cigar notes can also be found. It leaves a fine gray ash.
This is a consistent blend from start to finish that is simple and doesn't require a lot of thought. It burns cool but has a slight rough edge that is enjoyable, but continues remain smooth and uncomplicated. This is blended to be an all day smoke, but I would categorize it as repeatable. Medium to full in flavor with a Nic hit that matches. I think fans of Haunted Bookshop will appreciate this blend.
Upon lighting the taste is earthy with spice, with woody and smokey notes following. The Kentucky/Burley is the major player. It is bold, punchy, dry, and earthy, yet lacks the typical nuttiness associated with Burley. The Red Virginia and Latakia are in the background with the Virginia giving the blend hints of sweetness, grass, and a little citrus that occasionally creeps up, while the Latakia offers smokey, woody undertones. Somewhere in the blend dark fruit and cigar notes can also be found. It leaves a fine gray ash.
This is a consistent blend from start to finish that is simple and doesn't require a lot of thought. It burns cool but has a slight rough edge that is enjoyable, but continues remain smooth and uncomplicated. This is blended to be an all day smoke, but I would categorize it as repeatable. Medium to full in flavor with a Nic hit that matches. I think fans of Haunted Bookshop will appreciate this blend.
Pipe Used:
Rossi 8673
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2018 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
This is a spectacular blend because it brings the best of C&D burley blends on an easy and pleasant smoke. It is purely harmonious, burns perfectly and has all the nuances one expects from an American-English blend. It is medium+ in strength with no tongue bite at all. It burns very cool and always flavorful. It also comes with perfect moisture level. I think it is a lighter version of C&D Burley Flake #4, another stellar blend, but in a loose tobacco form. It is a winner in every possible aspect. Try it out!
Pipe Used:
BBB author
PurchasedFrom:
smokingpipes.com
Age When Smoked:
fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 26, 2017 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
The blend I currently have on hand is the one with the 20 year old fire cured Kentucky, so that’s what I’m reviewing.
If you like good ol’ American non-aromatic blends, you’ll like this.
Somewhat on the dry side in the tin and packs easy. Very flavorful and slow burning. The Kentucky does have a big of a nicotine punch. No bite.
One of my favorite C&D blends.
If you like good ol’ American non-aromatic blends, you’ll like this.
Somewhat on the dry side in the tin and packs easy. Very flavorful and slow burning. The Kentucky does have a big of a nicotine punch. No bite.
One of my favorite C&D blends.
Pipe Used:
Various
PurchasedFrom:
www.pipestud.com
Age When Smoked:
9 years
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 03, 2017 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
This blend is just a good old fashioned American blend reminiscent of what my grandfather smoked. Ok, he smoked Prince Albert but he would've loved this. The Kentucky burley is the predominant player with the Virginia and Latakia staying in the background but definitely making their presence known. A relatively dry tobacco with no flavorings to muddy the waters. It's just a good smoke to enjoy with a cup of hot tea on a winter night with a good book.
Pipe Used:
Meerschaum, briar, cob
PurchasedFrom:
Pipestud's Consignment Shop
Age When Smoked:
9 years
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jul 22, 2015 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Extremely Mild (Flat) | Unnoticeable |
don't waste your money this blend ng from the first light to the end never again will I buy this blend I can think of much better blends to spend my money on
Pipe Used:
poker
Age When Smoked:
2yrs
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 11, 2006 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild | Pleasant to Tolerable |
I normally like traditional American blends, including those with latakia, but this wasn't very satisfying to me. The taste, aroma, everything, is like hearing your favorite song being played on your neighbor's stereo -- you could enjoy it if the sound wasn't so muted by the wall. I know this blend's name is "Easy Times," but I don't think "easy" should necessarily equal "boring." On the plus side, what flavor I could detect was very nice, and it seems as though the tobacco quality is good. Others will probably like this blend more than I did.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 22, 2005 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Full | Tolerable to Strong |
I bought a tin of Easy Times based on the above review. It is not too Latakia laden! A little Red virginia thrown in. I mostly taste the exquisite fire cured burley to be honest which is rather potent in the nicotine department. Like the tin artwork shows, maybe you should smoke this blend doing something safe. Like playing checkers. Tin aroma is pure latakia, so it scared me at first but alas Easy Times is easy going....
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 06, 2004 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable to Strong |
I have smoked several of the C&D bulk burleys and enjoy all of them. This C&D burley is no exception. It is one of my favorites. One difference between this and the bulk burleys is that the physical characteristics of the tobacco look more consistent. The blend is cut in a fine ribbon with little dust or sticks.
It is packed (very!) tightly into a small tin and the moisture level is on the dry side - perfect for smoking - when it is opened. The taste is of high-quality burley, rounded out and mellowed by the added latakia and Virginia. It tastes slightly musty, rather than sweet, with a slightly bitter burley edge that gets stronger later in the bowl. It is very satisfying, with a taste that does not get tiresome for me and with a moderate-to-strong nicotine load.
The only reason I gave this three stars instead of four is that it is substantially more expensive than the C&D bulk blends that are comparable to this one. I definitely will try this one again; my tin disappeared quickly.
It is packed (very!) tightly into a small tin and the moisture level is on the dry side - perfect for smoking - when it is opened. The taste is of high-quality burley, rounded out and mellowed by the added latakia and Virginia. It tastes slightly musty, rather than sweet, with a slightly bitter burley edge that gets stronger later in the bowl. It is very satisfying, with a taste that does not get tiresome for me and with a moderate-to-strong nicotine load.
The only reason I gave this three stars instead of four is that it is substantially more expensive than the C&D bulk blends that are comparable to this one. I definitely will try this one again; my tin disappeared quickly.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Apr 10, 2019 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Strong |
I really like C&D Kentucky. This is a basic blend of loose tobacco, but the usage of the KY really sets this apart from the common C&D bulk stuff. Comes pretty dry and ready to smoke like normal. It had a substantial mouth feel, but doesn’t get harsh. Starts sweet and smokey but finishes more savory. Almost salty. Burns pretty cool and doesn’t muddle after half a bowl like some cheaper bulks. Medium plus nic hit, but still could be an all day smoke. Also, I like the classic tin art. 2 1/2 stars. Worth a try.
Age When Smoked:
1 year
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