Wellauer & Co Wellauer's Best
(3.38)
Twelve top grades originating from classical growing areas in USA, Turkey and Greece, blended by hand. Enhanced with Syrian latakia and exquisite Louisiana perique.
Details
| Brand | Wellauer & Co |
| Blended By | Planta |
| Manufactured By | |
| Blend Type | Balkan |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Perique, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Coarse Cut |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Very Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2008 | Mild to Medium | Mild | Mild to Medium | Very Pleasant |
Holy Cow! Where did this one come from? I want more!
Wallauer's Best must certainly be. I really liked the flavoring added to this somewhat strong blend. It left my palate refreshed and feeling like it had some tobacco. The Latakia is very evident, but not overbearing. It stays lit well and burns dry and clean. It is also a little sweet, which at first, made me think some discreet topping had been added. By the time I got to the bottom of the bowl I abandoned that though. Yet, I got suspicious again during the second and third bowls. Very remarkable and very unique. This would would only be better with more nicotine content.
Wallauer's Best must certainly be. I really liked the flavoring added to this somewhat strong blend. It left my palate refreshed and feeling like it had some tobacco. The Latakia is very evident, but not overbearing. It stays lit well and burns dry and clean. It is also a little sweet, which at first, made me think some discreet topping had been added. By the time I got to the bottom of the bowl I abandoned that though. Yet, I got suspicious again during the second and third bowls. Very remarkable and very unique. This would would only be better with more nicotine content.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2018 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable to Strong |
Balkan blends are unique and often adress to experienced pipe smokers.this one is no exception in my opinion!once the tin opens a natural aroma consisted of sour and smokey notes comes out.stuck your noise deeper and you might detect some citruses too.the blend moisture is perfect,packs and lights easy.a few relights are required.while smoking the flavours are very natural and complex.orientals are the main player being woodsy,sweet and earthy.virginias are citrusy and grassy.latakias are smooth coaly,smoky and sweet.then last but not least comes the perique wich is sour and plummy.a really nice addition wich makes this blend unique.sometimes some cigar notes pop up.the flavours are very well combined in a very natural and balanced way.burns quick and cool without chance of tongue bite to total ash without moisture and dumbness at the end of the bowl.the room note is not pleasant to others.the aftertaste is ok.generally this blend is a star that differs from the typical balkan blends.not an all day smoke
Age When Smoked:
When opened
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| Feb 09, 2011 | Mild | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
As I type this I am puffing a small pipe's worth of a 40 year old tin of Wellauer's Best. My god what a beautiful smoke this is. Sometimes the German eBay really comes up trumps. One of those Grandpa's three pipes, pouch and baccy deals. I feel very privileged to be smoking it. The tin is 3/4 full too! I was planning on making my first attempt at rehydrating old tobacco with this blend - I still might on a bowl or two's worth but despite its fragile dryness it smokes delightfully. I think a small pipe really helps.
It is a very smooth smoke with a wonderfully peppery taste from the Latakia that comes close to a bite without actually leaving anything more than a pleasant spiciness on the tongue. I would describe the flavour as being like a very smooth, deluxe version of Dunhill's Nightcap which is a pretty fine tobacco in its own right.
I have no idea if age affects the nicotine potency but I am certainly flying on this now. It gets better and better. Like smoking the equivalent of a 1000 dollar truffle.
It is a very smooth smoke with a wonderfully peppery taste from the Latakia that comes close to a bite without actually leaving anything more than a pleasant spiciness on the tongue. I would describe the flavour as being like a very smooth, deluxe version of Dunhill's Nightcap which is a pretty fine tobacco in its own right.
I have no idea if age affects the nicotine potency but I am certainly flying on this now. It gets better and better. Like smoking the equivalent of a 1000 dollar truffle.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 04, 2017 | Mild to Medium | Extremely Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Very nice, relaxing, smooth smoke. No chance of bite, even puffed fast. Oriental - Virginia blend, Latakia playing support role, Perique noticeable just a bit. Perfect harmony in the pipe. Highly recommended.
PurchasedFrom:
pfeifendepot.de
Age When Smoked:
6 month
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