Cornell & Diehl Sweet English
(2.83)
Long cut Cavendish, Virginia, toasted Burley and Latakia flavored with caramel and vanilla. A little more aromatic than Big Ben.
Notes: This was an Amar Blends Co. mixture. Cornell and Diehl bought the rights of all their old recipes.
Details
| Brand | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blended By | Amar Blends Co. |
| Manufactured By | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Burley, Cavendish, Latakia, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Alcohol / Liquor, Brandy, Caramel, Vanilla, Whisky |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | Bulk |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild to Medium
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.83 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 08, 2013 | Medium | Very Mild | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
The first scent of the tobacco was decidedly "agricultural" - a somewhat unpleasant odour, but strangely not off-putting!! The smoky 'haze' of latakia, although there, was certainly NOT predominant in the tin aroma, though, happily, it is present in the smoke [much to the annoyance of occassional by-standers at this smokers residence!!] and in the taste.
The tobacco, after lighting, is one of the most pleasant experiences I have enjoyed since returning to the pipe earlier this year! Smooth, with an edge that is pleasantly 'unbalanced,' cool, rich smoke if smoked vigorously and a good "slow" burn if allowed to relax.
As this tobacco was tried after a month or so of C&D 'light aromatic therapy' [Autumn Evening, Milk & Honey] to restore my palate after some truly awful stuff bought from local suppliers here in Australia, the impression left was of a strong stone-built house with solid, unmoveable foundations [metaphorically speaking] - a tobacco to lean on when others seem to fail. Not flashy, or really grand and outstanding, just relaiable, like a good friend. I doubt that Sweet English would offend a young smoker broadening their horizons - you do not need to like latakia blends as there IS a modest sweetness here, but NOT of invert sugar compounds liberally added to hide low-quality leaf!! NO: The leaf seems quite acceptable - the Cavendish does not overpower with sweetness, the virginia brightens it a little and the blending has produced a fairly-well balanced mixture.
My bulk supply was at about the right moisture content to smoke well and I haven't had to dry it out at all. One minor incident though: I left the tobacco jar unsealed with about 3oz therein. When re-moistening, I found it hard to get 'back' to the optimum moisture level. Perhaps I'm getting a bit finicky in my "maturity," or the tobacco is a bit that way. Irrespective, after a bit of fiddling, I'm smoking through the 're-juvenated' leaf with the note that the 'agricultural' smell has been reduced, and the very mild caramel-like taste of the "original" is now a little more pronounced!! For me - no problems.
Mme Nic O'Tine is there in the last 1/3rd of the bowl, but only a 'threat' if you smoke too far down into the dottle!!
Enjoy!!
The tobacco, after lighting, is one of the most pleasant experiences I have enjoyed since returning to the pipe earlier this year! Smooth, with an edge that is pleasantly 'unbalanced,' cool, rich smoke if smoked vigorously and a good "slow" burn if allowed to relax.
As this tobacco was tried after a month or so of C&D 'light aromatic therapy' [Autumn Evening, Milk & Honey] to restore my palate after some truly awful stuff bought from local suppliers here in Australia, the impression left was of a strong stone-built house with solid, unmoveable foundations [metaphorically speaking] - a tobacco to lean on when others seem to fail. Not flashy, or really grand and outstanding, just relaiable, like a good friend. I doubt that Sweet English would offend a young smoker broadening their horizons - you do not need to like latakia blends as there IS a modest sweetness here, but NOT of invert sugar compounds liberally added to hide low-quality leaf!! NO: The leaf seems quite acceptable - the Cavendish does not overpower with sweetness, the virginia brightens it a little and the blending has produced a fairly-well balanced mixture.
My bulk supply was at about the right moisture content to smoke well and I haven't had to dry it out at all. One minor incident though: I left the tobacco jar unsealed with about 3oz therein. When re-moistening, I found it hard to get 'back' to the optimum moisture level. Perhaps I'm getting a bit finicky in my "maturity," or the tobacco is a bit that way. Irrespective, after a bit of fiddling, I'm smoking through the 're-juvenated' leaf with the note that the 'agricultural' smell has been reduced, and the very mild caramel-like taste of the "original" is now a little more pronounced!! For me - no problems.
Mme Nic O'Tine is there in the last 1/3rd of the bowl, but only a 'threat' if you smoke too far down into the dottle!!
Enjoy!!
Pipe Used:
Asstd. Petersons & Stanwells
PurchasedFrom:
Smoking Pipes
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2014 | Medium | Medium | Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Initial lighting I gave this great caramel taste with a hint of latakia english. It was one of the smoothest smoking and lighting I have ever encountered. It smokes long and light if you choose.
The strength was of a mild english. Towards the end the caramel kind of faded and turned into something that reminded me of 965, and a strong C & D english.
The main taste I got was caramel however. The Latakia kept it smooth, and smokey, and complex.
The room note was good, but weird. The wife described it as nougaty, and woodsy, but enjoyable. I enjoyed it.
In the end it was a great smoke, and one I would highly recommend to all smokers.
The strength was of a mild english. Towards the end the caramel kind of faded and turned into something that reminded me of 965, and a strong C & D english.
The main taste I got was caramel however. The Latakia kept it smooth, and smokey, and complex.
The room note was good, but weird. The wife described it as nougaty, and woodsy, but enjoyable. I enjoyed it.
In the end it was a great smoke, and one I would highly recommend to all smokers.
Pipe Used:
AKB Freehand Meerschaum, Peterson System (Bent)
PurchasedFrom:
Smoking Pipes
Age When Smoked:
New
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 28, 2015 | Mild | Mild to Medium | Mild | Pleasant |
Picked up 4 ounces just on the name alone. Seemed right up my alley, English with a smooth top end. Well, I was not disappointed, this blend is just about perfect if there is such a thing. Tried this in two different pipes and the result was the same - very mild with just a note of Latakia to let you know it's an English blend, but then it turns just slightly sweet with the addition of the topping, which happens to be one of my favorites. It's easy on the bite and can be smoked anytime. The 4 ounces will go fast so I will be buying more.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2013 | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Being a stick in the mud traditionalist, I really should hate this...But, oh brother,...When I received this and opened the bag I was hit by a strong vinegar odor...Well, at least I only ordered an ounce to sample...Lit-up, sat back and this is one of the most delightful C&D blends I have ever smoked...How in the world did I miss this until now?...Definitely in rotation.
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