Cornell & Diehl Epiphany
(2.97)
We have a delightful new light English blend called Epiphany. Epiphany is reminiscent of the original Revelation blend that was said to be the favorite of a certain renowned thinker named Einstein. Epiphany is another classic Tarler/Runowski blend of Va, Burleys, Latakia and Perique in perfect balance and harmony.
Notes: Reminiscent of old original Philip Morris - Revelation (not the House of Windsor version).
Details
| Brand | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blended By | Craig Tarler / Bob Runowski |
| Manufactured By | Cornell & Diehl |
| Blend Type | American |
| Contents | Burley, Latakia, Perique, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Fruit / Citrus |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 2oz Tin, 8oz Tin, Bulk |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.97 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 10 of 12 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 13, 2019 | Mild | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Tolerable to Strong |
I have to say that my take on this one is quite different from so many others. I would love to add another great review of this blend but alas it is not in the cards. I honestly cannot comment on it too much because here is what happens for me . . . on lighting I get the fruity top note nice enough, a little of the smokiness of the lat. a tiny amount of pepper from the perique and then I exhale, which comes out sour. Its all sour no nuance at all. The sourness just lingers and the more I puff the more pronounced that sourness gets. By the half way point sour is all I can taste and then it gets astringent and constricts my nasal passages I mean I can actually feel them getting tighter. I don't know what would cause this and this is the only blend that has ever done this to me. I have over the course of the last 6 weeks tried this 5 different times with the same result. I cannot finish the sample. I am glad that several reviews really enjoy this and I hope that they continue to do so it is just not smoke able for me.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2016 | Mild to Medium | Very Mild | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Summary: a light American English where all flavors are in balance, producing a light fruity and nutty blend.
Virginias and Burleys harmonize to form a backdrop for a light Latakia English with Perique barely detectable in the background. The Burleys make the flavor solid where the Virginias sweeten and the Perique gives it a fruity flavor which plays with the Burley to create a sensation almost a fig Newton with some tangy spice in the background. The different flavors do not so much contrast as balance, creating a single note from which different highlights emerge, united with a mild rum/fruit topping that complements those flavors. The result is an English that is more mild than spicy which favors casual, lengthy smokes.
Thanks to Pipes Magazine forum member "fnord" for this sample.
Virginias and Burleys harmonize to form a backdrop for a light Latakia English with Perique barely detectable in the background. The Burleys make the flavor solid where the Virginias sweeten and the Perique gives it a fruity flavor which plays with the Burley to create a sensation almost a fig Newton with some tangy spice in the background. The different flavors do not so much contrast as balance, creating a single note from which different highlights emerge, united with a mild rum/fruit topping that complements those flavors. The result is an English that is more mild than spicy which favors casual, lengthy smokes.
Thanks to Pipes Magazine forum member "fnord" for this sample.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 09, 2023 | Mild to Medium | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Unnoticeable |
Not much in the flavor department. Bought does blend in bulk and can only pray it improves in the jar over the years. Pretty underwhelming .
Pipe Used:
Charatan
PurchasedFrom:
smokingpipes.com
Age When Smoked:
Bulk just received
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Apr 23, 2020 | Mild | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
The Burley in my opinion over powers the blend and the Latakia just takes a back seat. If you are not a fan of burley don't put yourself though trying this.
Pipe Used:
Corn Cob & Comoys
PurchasedFrom:
Havana Port Cigars
Age When Smoked:
New
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 14, 2018 | Mild | Extremely Mild | Mild | Tolerable |
The cut really is a jumble, as others have mentioned, but still not difficult to work with. However I did find the smoking experience disappointing. I’m not a burley lover. This tasted mostly of just that with just a hint of Latakia to make it something like an English. I don’t tast the perique at all in my sample. The pouch note is a bit smoky with a sort of citrusy hint, neither of which really come across in the smoking. It’s obviously not low quality tobacco but is one of my least favorites blends so far.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Sep 27, 2014 | Medium | Extra Strong | Medium | Tolerable |
I decided to try this blend, with the goal of finding a very light aromatic for after dinner. Evidently the presence of any topping at all is offensive to my pallette, because the cherry flavor just made me sick. For some reason the taste of burning cherry isn't attractive to me, especially in the context of latekia.
I can't stand flavored coffee, so I guess I just have a strong aversion to artificial flavors. If the tobacco itself is unable to present an alluring flavor, why smoke it?
That having been said, I have a friend who does enjoy aromatic / flavored blends, and he enjoys a bowl every time he drops by for a smoke. If you are looking for a hybrid of a cherry drugstore with an English blend, this might be an option for you.
I can't stand flavored coffee, so I guess I just have a strong aversion to artificial flavors. If the tobacco itself is unable to present an alluring flavor, why smoke it?
That having been said, I have a friend who does enjoy aromatic / flavored blends, and he enjoys a bowl every time he drops by for a smoke. If you are looking for a hybrid of a cherry drugstore with an English blend, this might be an option for you.
Pipe Used:
Churchwarden briar
Age When Smoked:
3 years
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 27, 2012 | Medium to Strong | Medium to Strong | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Epiphany has a base of burley with some Virginia, spiced up with Latakia and Perique. There is a sharp tasting topping that I cannot identify.
I really wanted to like this blend, given the Revelation story, Einstein and all. But try as I may, I cannot tolerate it. The odd flavored topping is not to my liking, plus it gives me tongue bite every time.
What IS that flavoring agent? Anyone know?
I really wanted to like this blend, given the Revelation story, Einstein and all. But try as I may, I cannot tolerate it. The odd flavored topping is not to my liking, plus it gives me tongue bite every time.
What IS that flavoring agent? Anyone know?
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 01, 2023 | Mild | Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
I don’t like this stuff it seems mediocre like they used Tabacco just above that of cigarettes it’s fine I guess if you just want something to burn but I’m no fan
Pipe Used:
Bings favorite
PurchasedFrom:
Smoking pipes.com
Age When Smoked:
4 months
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 24, 2023 | Strong | Medium to Strong | Full | Strong |
The nose is strong hay in a barn. The taste is better than the nose, but below fair. I’m an aromatic man though and prefer sweetness in a pipe.
Pipe Used:
Cob
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 04, 2013 | Mild | None Detected | Extremely Mild (Flat) | Tolerable |
This is, by far, the blandest English tobacco I have yet sampled. It is neither potent nor pleasing to the pallet nor to the scent. I smoked through a full ounce and it was an unsatisfactory experience every time.
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