Ashton Smooth Sailing
(2.57)
Pleasantly palatable and wonderfully smooth, this aromatic mixture is slightly nutty, boasting flavors of maple, coconut and dark chocolate.
Details
| Brand | Ashton |
| Blended By | |
| Manufactured By | Kohlhase & Kopp |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Burley, Cavendish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Alcohol / Liquor, Cocco, Cocoa / Chocolate, Maple |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Medium
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.57 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 16, 2017 | Mild | Medium to Strong | Medium | Very Pleasant |
I am rarely able to distinguish the flavours many identify in aromatic blends. Like good whisky or quality coffee beans, I know what tastes good, but I sometimes fail to tease out the apricots from the mangoes and the pine from the oak. Smooth Sailing is an exception - even when unlit, the chocolate and coconut is unmistakable. When flame is applied, I have always been rewarded with a pleasurable experience - the melded components deliver lots of smooth, non-bitey smoke that qualifies as a dessert smoke. It is sweet and genuinely simple - no frills and uncomplicated. It sounds critical to suggest monochromatic, but it isn't at all, because the lack of complexity speaks to consistency and quality.
Cool burn, little leftovers, long finish. Again, cellaring hard on this.
Cool burn, little leftovers, long finish. Again, cellaring hard on this.
Pipe Used:
Several
PurchasedFrom:
GQ Tobaccos
Age When Smoked:
New
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2015 | Mild | Medium | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
I don't smoke very many aromatics. I suppose that that could be one reason why I find them so easy to review. This one, however, is my favorite so far. It says to you "Caribbean" from the first light. My favorite time and place to smoke it would be from a hammock on a breezy summer day. And if you're a fan of Cavendish, there is plenty here for you. It seemed a bit dry from the tin, perhaps, but is really just right for it to burn as any pipe tobacco should.
Also, some (including Mr. Pease) suggest that aromatics can lose some flavor over time. Perhaps it has a little, but, if so, only to an unnoticeable extent after having been kept in a Mason jar (not heated for a seal) for over a year now.
Also, some (including Mr. Pease) suggest that aromatics can lose some flavor over time. Perhaps it has a little, but, if so, only to an unnoticeable extent after having been kept in a Mason jar (not heated for a seal) for over a year now.
Pipe Used:
Briars and MM Cobs with any filters left out.
Age When Smoked:
1 year
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jul 01, 2011 | Mild | Mild to Medium | Medium | Very Pleasant |
I absoulutley love this blend. It's a great afternoon smoke in a good pipe. The Tin scent is fantastic, you can really smell the cacao. Room note is very plesant, my wife and friends all enjoy when I smoke this blend since it smells so good.
Although it is a very mild blend I find the taste really nice and it is a no fuzz tobacco.
A sure favorite.
Although it is a very mild blend I find the taste really nice and it is a no fuzz tobacco.
A sure favorite.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 10, 2011 | Mild | Medium | Medium | Pleasant |
picked up this blend after trying guilty pleasure and finding it to be okay. tried this in my new peterson irish sea and was blown away by how good it was. it tends to start off very sweet which may turn some people off but it mellows out very quickley and all in all is a plesent smoke. does not burn hot and burns down till almost nothing is left. i did have to tamp down several time to maintain the draw i like but its such a good blend i didnt mind defenately recommend this blend
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 06, 2008 | Mild to Medium | Medium | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Smooth Sailing is just as its name implies a real smooth blend. with a nice taste of chocolate, maple and coconut this would be a nice smoke after a good meal or in the A.M with a nice cup of coffee. the room note is mellow so if your not into a strong aromatic you will love Smooth Sailing. I like to pack my pipe 20 to 30 minutes before i smoke it allowing the tobacco to de compress some and air to get to the tobacco witch will reduce bite, improve taste and provide a cooler smoke. enjoy happy sailing 🙂
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jul 26, 2008 | Mild to Medium | Medium | Medium | Very Pleasant |
If yoy really want tot taste chocolate, maple and coconut and I you also like a real tobacco taste try this one. Great when sipped very, very slowly. Goes together very well with a cup of good coffee. Recommended for those who think they don't like aromatics (any more).
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