Stanwell Vanilla (Sungold)
(2.75)
A subtle mix of Danish dark cavendish, burley and Virginia enriched with matured Samsun from Turkey. Vanilla flavours created the soft sweetness and fruity character of the blend. Rich in contrast and with a perfect balanced of aroma.
Notes: Due to EU regulations, this is now sold in those countries as "Sungold".
Details
| Brand | Stanwell |
| Blended By | |
| Manufactured By | |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Burley, Cavendish, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Plum, Vanilla |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin, 50 grams pouch, 125 grams tin |
| Country | Denmark |
| 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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2.75 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 11 - 18 of 18 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 27, 2011 | Mild | Medium to Strong | Very Full | Very Pleasant |
My quest for that pure Vanilla pipe tobacco has come to an end. Stanwell Vanilla is officially one of my favorite aromatics as of yet. This blend smokes beautifully dry, sweet, and creamy. A treat for the connoisseur of aromatics, but also a good starter blend. Upon cracking open the tin, I was greeted with the strong (but pleasant) scent of vanilla beans, nutmeg, and sugar. Upon packing a bowl, I took a puff and was delighted to find that this beautifully topped blend smoked creamy, cool, and sweet. It has the obvious flavor of vanilla, without the sour smell or taste common in other vanilla aromatic tobacco, and it has a wonderful buttery note that rounds out the flavor nicely. Stanwell Vanilla reminds me of the holidays, when around Christmas time, my father and I made home made eggnog from scratch. It tasted creamy, sweet, smooth and was always loaded with vanilla. This is a delightful, mild blend that any pipe smoker would enjoy. A little tip though; when packing, make sure to use the Air Pocket or the Frank method. I've found that the three step method makes for a gurgly smoke, but maybe I just pack it too tightly that way. Pack it right, relax and light up! You'll immediately see your troubles wisp away in a creamy white cloud, and you'll taste the sweet joy that comes from smoking a pipe.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 18, 2010 | Very Mild | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Very Pleasant |
Best Vanilla there is,... not much more to say, all of you who are fans of aromatics(and those who are not) will be pleased. 4 stars in my book, because it is the King of All Vanillas.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 04, 2009 | Mild | Medium to Strong | Medium | Very Pleasant |
If you like vanilla, you will appreciate this one. It is heavily cased, mild but the flavor is not overwhelming. It could be almost called a dessert. Goes very well with a hot cup of cappuccino. The cappuccino will make the tobacco more sweet and the tobacco will make the cappuccino better. I am an aromatic lover and I can say that this is one of my favorite tobaccos.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jul 22, 2007 | Medium | Medium | Medium | Very Pleasant |
This is the blend that started me smoking Vanilla aromatics. From the first bowl-full, I liked the way the vanilla flavours came through. The underlying tobacco flavours are not overpowered though, so the result is a nice, well-balanced smoke. I am not an every-day smoker - only smoke once a week to enjoy some quiet time - and this is a great tobacco for the occasional quiet moments. This was my favourite for quite a while (but now replaced with Planta's Danish Black Vanilla Flake)
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 11, 2010 | Medium to Strong | Medium to Strong | Medium to Full | Very Pleasant |
I do love Vanilla, but this blend was not what I was expecting. It is one of my favorites and it frequents my pipe quite regularly.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Sep 30, 2009 | Mild | Mild to Medium | Mild | Pleasant |
I don't smoke many aromatic blends, but when I get urge, this is a good choice. Despite its moisture level, it packs well and stays lit. It's a cool and pleasant smoke.
When my wife and family have had enough of my heavy Latakia blends, I smoke this. It's a great blend to smoke when company arrives.
I don't smoke it very often, but when I do, I rather enjoy the break from my heavier blends. Give it a try!
When my wife and family have had enough of my heavy Latakia blends, I smoke this. It's a great blend to smoke when company arrives.
I don't smoke it very often, but when I do, I rather enjoy the break from my heavier blends. Give it a try!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Mar 24, 2009 | Mild | Medium | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
I have bought this tobacco to test if I am capable of smoking Vanilla flavour - and thus - I have found a treasure hidden! The smoke is unlike many others - it gives a cooling freshness with a beautiful addition to tobacco flavour! It burns quite hot, yet there is no problem with finishing the bowl - I almost always dump the grey leftover ash. I personally recommend this tobacco to everyone, especially beginners, who would like to test if they are in to the aromatics - for this tobacco - definite GO FOR IT!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 08, 2008 | Mild | Mild | Very Mild | Pleasant |
I do not know why this Stanwell is reviewed so poorly. I found it really delicious. I am a HUGE fan of Dan/C.A.O/Torban Danske tobaccos and this is very close. Not exactly, but darn close. The tobacco is very good quality and the taste is very natural. Being a Stokkebye line of aromatics I heard it was made with all natural ingredients which makes it even better! So I might stand out like a sore thumb with this review but I really appreciate this tobacco.
As a side note: The Danish know what they are doing when it comes to tobacco. I have found that Danish is the way to go with tobacco.
UPDATE!
Gets one more star. I have been smoking this daily. It is just amazing. The vanilla actually tastes like vanilla instead of "flavoring". It is just what a great aromatic is meant to be.
NO BITE,LITTLE MOISTURE,FULL FLAVOR. A+
As a side note: The Danish know what they are doing when it comes to tobacco. I have found that Danish is the way to go with tobacco.
UPDATE!
Gets one more star. I have been smoking this daily. It is just amazing. The vanilla actually tastes like vanilla instead of "flavoring". It is just what a great aromatic is meant to be.
NO BITE,LITTLE MOISTURE,FULL FLAVOR. A+
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