Peterson Irish Flake

I ordered a tin of this blend in the Spring, and immediately opened it, smoked a bowl, and sealed the rest in a Mason jar. That first bowl was, hmmmmm, powerful in all respects, LOTS OF NICOTINE, and stronger in taste and aroma than anything else I've smoked (probably my most robust personal smoke prior to that had been some Captain Earle's Ten Russians - which I did, and continue to enjoy). Another bowl a week after the first, hit me the same way, so I left this blend in the jar till last evening - it's been sealed in there for 5-6 months now. Cubed, and rubbed out a few flakes, and let it dry a few hours - packed a pipe 3/4 full and moved out to the deck. I was pleased to find that, though still strong - it seemed smoother around the edges. Healthy nicotine infusion here, but not like the punch I received the first two tries. Also found that this particular blend goes very well with 15 year-old Glennfiddich Solera - the sweet smokiness of the scotch balances the slight bitterness of the Irish Flake - a pair I will continue to enjoy together! Recommended.