Low Country Pipe & Cigar Waccamaw
(3.53)
The Waccamaw River meanders through the eastern Carolinas, part of the Pee Dee River basin, a region intertwined with the history of tobacco for three centuries. What finer homage to this heritage than a rich, hearty Virginia flake? Bright leaf serving as the base is typical of the tobaccos grown in this region, while beautiful red Virginias lend it sweetness and structure. Perique and a dash of exotic Izmir leaf complete this complex, satisfying flake.
Notes: Named for the Native American tribe and part of the Pee Dee River Basin, the Waccamaw River begins in North Carolina and flows southwest into South Carolina before entering Winyah Bay near Georgetown. It offers extensive wetlands for local wildlife and has become an iconic symbol for Horry County, where Smokingpipes and Low Country Pipe and Cigar are located.
Details
| Brand | Low Country Pipe & Cigar |
| Blended By | Cornell & Diehl |
| Manufactured By | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blend Type | Virginia/Perique |
| Contents | Oriental/Turkish, Perique, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Flake |
| Packaging | 2 ounce tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.53 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 21 - 30 of 38 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 07, 2008 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
Sykes,Follodor & co. at Low Country (smokingpipes.com) have certainly come up with a winner. They were kind enough to send a sample of Waccamaw with my most recent order. This offering is rich with VA. The Perique and Orientals play their roles as the supporting cast. I have not ventured into the straight VAs much. However, I would think, if you are a straight VA smoker this would be a marvelous way to introduce yourself to VA/Perique blends. Forgive me, if this imagery does not work for you, but the aroma reminded me of a rainy day in Winston-Salem, NC. i REALLY enjoyed the times I have been there and look forward to my next rainy day there. The reason I am giving this three stars instead of four is that I am not fond of Izmir leaf.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 07, 2019 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
I picked up a tin on recommendation of a couple of friends of mine.
I found this to be an interesting blend where the addition of the orientals helps add to the VaPer some spice. The flakes are standard C&D style fare, broken up and easy to either stuff or dice/tear into smaller pieces. Lighting was easy as it took quickly and didn't seem to be too moist from the new tin.
I enjoyed the smoke but think the oriental might be a little heavy as in my experience it didn't allow much of the sweetness of the VA to come through. The Perique was more noticeable towards the end of the bowl and was the stewed fruit taste that I really enjoy.
Its an interesting blend but I'm not sure if it will penetrate the normal rotation or not.
I found this to be an interesting blend where the addition of the orientals helps add to the VaPer some spice. The flakes are standard C&D style fare, broken up and easy to either stuff or dice/tear into smaller pieces. Lighting was easy as it took quickly and didn't seem to be too moist from the new tin.
I enjoyed the smoke but think the oriental might be a little heavy as in my experience it didn't allow much of the sweetness of the VA to come through. The Perique was more noticeable towards the end of the bowl and was the stewed fruit taste that I really enjoy.
Its an interesting blend but I'm not sure if it will penetrate the normal rotation or not.
Pipe Used:
Morgan Bones Dublin
PurchasedFrom:
Smokingpipes.com
Age When Smoked:
2018 tin date
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Apr 20, 2012 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Rich turkish/perique flavors made me happy so I think this is great.If you felt it was too much rich,you should rub well then the flavor will calm down but still yummy.
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| May 13, 2011 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
While I LOVE Cooper, this one didn't really win me over, a good smoke...won't keep it in my normal rotation but a nice smoke all the same..
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Sep 22, 2010 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant |
A very special blend as it differs from most VaPers I've smoked, so much that if I wouldn't have read the composition I've never guessed the perique inside. Virginia and Izmir are dominating, but I like it, I really do.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Mar 29, 2010 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
I love Red Virginia, and I certainly don't mind Perique or Orientals, but I'd prefer my Virginias to be front and center. In this case, the Perique is nearly overwhelming, and the balance of the blend is thrown way off. It also burns very hot, turning quite bitter.
I realize I'm in the minority, so I'll need to give this another chance in a different pipe. For now though, I'm a bit on the fence about this one.
I realize I'm in the minority, so I'll need to give this another chance in a different pipe. For now though, I'm a bit on the fence about this one.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 05, 2009 | Strong | None Detected | Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
A remarkable tobacco. Arrives a bit moist in the tin and can use a little drying out in order to achieve maximum flavor and burning quality. The most impressive characteristic about this tobacco is that when it is smoked slowly, the round, sweet virginias come to the fore, but when you smoke it aggressively, rather than biting, the izmir and perique take center stage. Consequently, this is almost like two different blends in one: a well-rounded virginia with a touch of perique or a virginia dominant oriental with a perique backbone, dependent upon smoking style. Luckily, "both" of these blends are fantastic.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 06, 2009 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
I am a big fan of Latakia blends but I have a soft spot in my heart for VaPer blends. I have tried two now that have this Izmir in them and I will have to say that it is a welcome addition. The tin aroma is earthy and slightly musty. I liked the smell and tobacco better after it had a chance to dry out. The tobacco burned very well top to bottom of my meerschaum and never required a relight. I liked the robust flavor that comes from this combination of tobaccos. I think the amount of Perique is right not to tart, but it does balance out the sweetness of the Virginia tobaccos well. Overall this is probably the best VaPer I have tried to date.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 05, 2008 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Fine mixture based on Virginia - not surprise from where it comes. Only, in my opinion, it needs a little more aging. However, it is great tobacco for morning since it is enough mild.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 24, 2008 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
After smoking my 3rd bowl this has taken the spot as my favorite va/per. The quality of the virginia tobacco really shines through and is complemented perfectly by a moderate dose of perique.
A great tobacco and I'm glad I gave it a try.
Maboman
A great tobacco and I'm glad I gave it a try.
Maboman
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