McClelland Acadian Ribbon
(3.00)
The best sweet, tangy matured Virginias meld with subtle, cool Perique in an easy to pack, rich ribbon blend, smoothed by the Blakeney exclusive toasting process. Relax with the best.
Notes: McClelland introduced their Blakeney's Best line at the 21st CORPS (Conclave of Richmond Pipe Smokers) Pipe Show in Richmond, Virginia. The 50 grams tin was released to the public in late 2005.
Details
| Brand | McClelland |
| Series | Blakeney's Best |
| Blended By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Manufactured By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | Virginia/Perique |
| Contents | Perique, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50 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
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.00 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Jun 28, 2005 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
I tried this new blend from McClelland at the prodding of my local tobacconist. I found the blend to have the same Heinz vinegar smell as any of their blends containing virginia tobacco. The perique aroma was noted but was overwhelmed by the stench of the vinegar.
The tobacco packed easily and was a one match light. However, it is a mediocre, one dimensional smoke at best. There is nothing in this blend to make me want another bowl much less buy a tin.
If it's a virginia/perique blend you desire, do yourself a favor and invest in a better tobacco such as Escudo or Just For Him Golden Cashemere. This tobacco was a dismal effort.
The tobacco packed easily and was a one match light. However, it is a mediocre, one dimensional smoke at best. There is nothing in this blend to make me want another bowl much less buy a tin.
If it's a virginia/perique blend you desire, do yourself a favor and invest in a better tobacco such as Escudo or Just For Him Golden Cashemere. This tobacco was a dismal effort.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 08, 2005 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Strong |
Appearance and Tin Aroma: I love the typical MC tang and love many of MC's blends, but this one smelled like burned plastic IMO. The leaves were in a nice ribbon cut with mohogany, golden, and black leaf pretty much evenly represented.
Initial Flavor: Burned Plastic
Mid-Bowl: Burned Plastic with Perique tartness
Bottom of Bowl: More burned plastic, more Perique tartness.
Overall: As you might have guessed, I did not like this blend. It appears to be a high quality offerring, but did not agree with my palate at all...now where's my aged Blackwoods flake?
Initial Flavor: Burned Plastic
Mid-Bowl: Burned Plastic with Perique tartness
Bottom of Bowl: More burned plastic, more Perique tartness.
Overall: As you might have guessed, I did not like this blend. It appears to be a high quality offerring, but did not agree with my palate at all...now where's my aged Blackwoods flake?
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