Hearth & Home Victorian Stroll
(2.75)
A mixture of bright Carolina, red and stoved Virginias, a dash of Turkish and two types of Latakia, this represents a fresh approach to the lighter English blend. Smooth and fresh, this can be a great morning smoke, or for any time of day
Details
| Brand | Hearth & Home |
| Series | Signature Series |
| Blended By | Russ Ouellette |
| Manufactured By | Sutliff Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 1.5 ounce tin, 8 ounce tin, bulk |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.75 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2020 | Mild | None Detected | Mild | Pleasant |
This blend was a very pleasant surprise. For smokers who frequent bolder English blends (Durbar, London Mixture, Ashton's Artisan Mixture...) it is a quality mild morning or all day blend with something extra. For me, rival mild English blends fail to hold their flavor through the bowl and sometimes have an unpleasant aftertaste. The extra here is a very pleasant oriental component of the flavor and smell. My wife spontaneously commented: "does that have a touch of incense in it?" The tobacco was a touch dry when opened, but this is easily remedied.
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Dec 07, 2005 | Medium | None Detected | Very Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
My sample of Victorian Stroll arrived in a fairly fine cut with a melange of yellows, various shades of brown, and black. The musty pouch aroma comes mainly from the Latakia and Turkish. V/S packs and lights easily, with minimal relights needed during the smoke. It requires only an occasional tamping to keep going. The initial flavor comes from the Turkish, with the Latakia backing it up. It's a creamy, smokey treat that I never tire of. It's like starting a meal with a superb hors doeuvre, preparing one for the main course to come. The latakia gradually moves to the front, with the Turkish now being the back up chorus. This is not a full Balkan like Larry's Blend or even Ten To Midnight. It's a lighter, more all day type smoke. Midway through, the Virginias start to poke their heads out and contribute their tart sweetness to the mix. It all comes together in a melding of superb flavors that lasts to the bottom of the bowl. Russ Ouellette has been getting a lot of attention on the pipe discussion boards lately, and it's all deserved. Victorian Stroll is another feather in his cap.
Scoring for Victorian Stroll: taste- 18 out of 20; lighting and burn- 8 of 10; value- 9 out of 10. That totals to 35 of 40 possible points and a solid **** for Victorian Stroll.
Scoring for Victorian Stroll: taste- 18 out of 20; lighting and burn- 8 of 10; value- 9 out of 10. That totals to 35 of 40 possible points and a solid **** for Victorian Stroll.
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