Borkum Riff Copper (Highland Malt Whisky)
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"Quality Virginia and Burley Tobaccos from South Carolina and Kentucky are combined with the finest Highland Malt Whisky in a coarse cut that ensures an even burn and provides a distinctly aromatic smoking monent."
Notes: Notes: Known in the US as "Highland Malt Whisky". The name was changed in Europe to "Copper" due to EU regulations.
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Originally known in Gaelic as 'usquebaugh', 'water of life', 'aqua vitae' or whisky, as it becomes known, was first distilled in Fife by Friar John Cor during the 15th Century. Drawing from its rich heritage, Borkum Riff Highland Malt Whisky is a robust, full-bodied but mellow, naturally subtle blend of Virginia and burley tobacco flavoured with a fine mature malt from the Scottish Highlands.
Details
| Brand | Borkum Riff |
| Blended By | Scandinavian Tobacco Group |
| Manufactured By | Scandinavian Tobacco Group |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Burley, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Whisky |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50 grams pouch |
| Country | Denmark |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Reviews
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2016 | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Borkum Riff - Malt Whisky.
Note: This review is from a pouch purchased in Portugal named Mixture Recipe Malt Whisky. The pouch lists the ingredients as 50% Black Cavendish, 50% Virginia, and Whisky.
The pouch smells clearly of whisky, a little stronger than the smoke tastes. The flavour's good, there's just enough whisky to liven it up, but it doesn't take over: medium at the most. The tobacco's are nice on the palate: the taste is very soft with some vanilla from the Black Cavendish. I don't really get much citrus/grass from the Virginia, I'm guessing any natural sharpness is being made a touch unclear by the added sharpness from the whisky. The smoke has a nice velvety texture to it, and it's quite thick.
The nicotine's about the same weight as the added flavour: medium at the most, and the room-note's nice, but it does create a lot of smoke.
I like this more than I thought I would. It's nothing particularly special or inimitable, but it's a pleasant and relaxing smoke.
Recommended.
Note: This review is from a pouch purchased in Portugal named Mixture Recipe Malt Whisky. The pouch lists the ingredients as 50% Black Cavendish, 50% Virginia, and Whisky.
The pouch smells clearly of whisky, a little stronger than the smoke tastes. The flavour's good, there's just enough whisky to liven it up, but it doesn't take over: medium at the most. The tobacco's are nice on the palate: the taste is very soft with some vanilla from the Black Cavendish. I don't really get much citrus/grass from the Virginia, I'm guessing any natural sharpness is being made a touch unclear by the added sharpness from the whisky. The smoke has a nice velvety texture to it, and it's quite thick.
The nicotine's about the same weight as the added flavour: medium at the most, and the room-note's nice, but it does create a lot of smoke.
I like this more than I thought I would. It's nothing particularly special or inimitable, but it's a pleasant and relaxing smoke.
Recommended.
Pipe Used:
Fred Tranter Poker
PurchasedFrom:
Portugal
Age When Smoked:
New
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