McClelland 3 Oaks Syrian
(3.55)
Rare Syrian latakia, with its renowned mellow smokiness, is balanced with naturally sweet Orientals and aged Virginia leaf to create a satisfying blend reminiscent of classic Syrian latakia blends of old. Formulated by Tad Gage to reflect the character of original Three Oaks Pipe Tobacco, it tantalizes with intriguing differences.
Notes: Introduced in 2009.
Details
| Brand | McClelland |
| Series | Collector Series |
| Blended By | Tad Gage |
| Manufactured By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | Balkan |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | No longer in production |
Profile
Strength
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.55 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 31 - 40 of 60 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 19, 2014 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Well-blended combination of very good tobaccos. Can pick pick out the different elements, which complement each other well, without any one overwhelming. Lights easily, burns clean. 4*.
Pipe Used:
Alpha Executive 35+ years old
PurchasedFrom:
P&C
Age When Smoked:
Tin stamp 2013
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 16, 2013 | Medium | None Detected | Full | Tolerable |
The little sister to Samovar in my opinion. Syrian latakia is superb, especially McClelland's stock!
The orientals give this an added depth that makes each bowl complex. Each puff has you guessing which flavor will be at the forefront. An absolute palate pleasing and fun smoke!
The orientals give this an added depth that makes each bowl complex. Each puff has you guessing which flavor will be at the forefront. An absolute palate pleasing and fun smoke!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 30, 2012 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Easy to pack, satisfying solid and rich flavor from start to finish. Top Shelf.
Update 2/2014: This blend has become my benchmark for Balkan style blends. I reach for it when I want a rich, full spectrum of flavor. It is like a full-blown symphony, replete with hypnotizing oboe solos (orientals), thunderous and driving tympani drums (latakia), the clear call of trumpets (VAs), and a few crashing cymbals and bass drums (magic?), all beautifully and harmoniously executed.
Update 2/2014: This blend has become my benchmark for Balkan style blends. I reach for it when I want a rich, full spectrum of flavor. It is like a full-blown symphony, replete with hypnotizing oboe solos (orientals), thunderous and driving tympani drums (latakia), the clear call of trumpets (VAs), and a few crashing cymbals and bass drums (magic?), all beautifully and harmoniously executed.
Pipe Used:
Wellington (XL)
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 04, 2012 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
This blend is a very nice mixture with the Orientals in the forefront. If you love Orientals and Syrian Latakia, this is the blend for you. This a true masterpiece.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Oct 21, 2011 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
This is the best La/VA/Or I have smoked in 24 years. I had steered clear from English mixtures for a couple years now because I was always ending up disappointed. A friend of mine sent me a tin recently despite knowing my apprehension. I said "As he sent it, I will try it". Boy, he knew what he was doing. This is a grand tobacco, my friends. You must try it if you enjoy English blends. 4 stars
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 19, 2011 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Review pending when I've sampled more tobaccos...
...but I can say very tasty, smoky, creamy, though something feels like it's missing. Not a show-stopper, though, and still 4/4.
...but I can say very tasty, smoky, creamy, though something feels like it's missing. Not a show-stopper, though, and still 4/4.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Apr 28, 2011 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Haven't posted in a while, but this blend has become one of my new favorites.
Upon opening the tin, you do get that wonderful aroma of that Syrian blend that has become one of my favorites. Moisture seems perfect, the complex aroma of the tobacco definitely is a foretast of what is to come.
Packing: easy, the tobacco is cut perfectly for pipes of any size.
Lighting: After 2 or 3 re-lights, this will smoke down to ash.
First third: Aaaahhh, delicious, complex, not too full.
Middle: Very rich, I like the room note, but most non-smokers won't...LOL!
Bottom third: Builds strength, but never overpowering.
Conclusion: This is a new classic IMO. Heartily recommended!
Upon opening the tin, you do get that wonderful aroma of that Syrian blend that has become one of my favorites. Moisture seems perfect, the complex aroma of the tobacco definitely is a foretast of what is to come.
Packing: easy, the tobacco is cut perfectly for pipes of any size.
Lighting: After 2 or 3 re-lights, this will smoke down to ash.
First third: Aaaahhh, delicious, complex, not too full.
Middle: Very rich, I like the room note, but most non-smokers won't...LOL!
Bottom third: Builds strength, but never overpowering.
Conclusion: This is a new classic IMO. Heartily recommended!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2011 | Medium to Strong | Very Mild | Medium to Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
I found this to be an excellent blend, one of my favorite English blends to date. I opened this tin last summer and ended up taking it with me to Spain in September. I finished it relatively quickly and enjoyed every bowl. For me this is one of those big bowl English blends that just shines! The character of the Syrian Latakia is wonderful in this blend although I would really like to test out it's Cyprian counterpart. It is an exquisite blend leaning much more on the Latakia side as opposed to blends like Chelsea Morning or Piccadilly where you can taste more of the VA's that are present. This one reminds me of a fuller version of Frog Morton and to me it nearly surpasses it's distant cousin. A great blend with a sweet leathery taste and hints of Christmas spices, goes well with a cup of coffee in the evening or late at night with a dark spiced rum! An instant classic!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 08, 2010 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Full | Pleasant |
After you buy this tobacco, open the tin and don't smoke it for about a month - it needs about this amount of time for the air to get to it and develop. I tried it straight after opening the tin and found it to be flat and tasteless.
However a month later I tried it again and it's sublime better than a Montecristo. It burns very slowly too.
Four stars but I want to give it five.
However a month later I tried it again and it's sublime better than a Montecristo. It burns very slowly too.
Four stars but I want to give it five.
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