McClelland CPCC Samovar
(3.64)
A rich full Oriental mixture, pleasantly fragrant with just enough rare Syrian latakia to satisfy without overwhelming. Warm spiritually satisfying, this dark, full Oriental pipe mixture is redolent with exotic Syrian latakia. Soothing as a cup of rich Russian tea.
Notes: Originally introduced in April, 1995 for the Chicagoland Pipe Collectors' Club, is now part of the Club Blends Series.
Details
| Brand | McClelland |
| Series | Club Blends |
| Blended By | Fred Hanna |
| Manufactured By | McClelland Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | Oriental |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Coarse Cut |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | No longer in production |
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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3.64 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 41 - 44 of 44 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 10, 2011 | Medium | None Detected | Full | Tolerable |
All I can say is, wow. I've been a fan of the grand oriental line and I swear that this blend has a touch of Samsun in it. As an English blend it is extraordinarily smooth and cool to smoke, but with a bit more of a silky touch to it. No bite whatsoever. There are a lot of English blends that try to come off as something new and better, but most really just fall along-side every other blend. This one sticks out and goes the extra mile. It has what you expect with a bit of Latakia, but the oriental addition is done up just right. You get a very complex and rewarding smoke that is truly great right down to the bottom of the bowl. My only complaint was that it's a bit difficult to light, though it is good to go once that's accomplished.I really cannot wait to try this in the summer when I go camping or hiking! I'm definitely going to get a good supply of this to stock away and I imagine you will too if you give it a try.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 29, 2010 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Full | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Nirvana!!! This is the most sublime tobacco I've smoked to date! It is a full, dark English that doesn't overpower and all the components are in balance working together to produce an unforgettable experience. Sinister Topiary's review just about says it all. Get some of this now!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 10, 2010 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Very Pleasant |
I am smoking a tin of the McClelland Collector Club Series tins of Samovar. A CPCC blend from the series. I find that it lights well and burns well. For me that is an essential element for any blend. The taste is true to an Oriental mix. No bite or harshness to this blend; and it delivers a good steady taste from start to finish. This is going to be one of my regular blends in rotation. Highly recommended.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Aug 21, 2009 | Medium | None Detected | Full | Strong |
I must agree with Pipestuds review! absolutely delicious! I have one more tin left from 1994. The syrian is in the background but has moments when that fruity, smoky taste lets you know its there. the orientals are strong and sometimes almost too powerful. the tin note when first opened is offensive to say the least. like old sweaty socks, but man, what a taste. I have yet to find any tobacco on the market today that tastes like that. Excellent in colder weather. I once smoked this just outside the Russian tea room in Chicago after having Black Russian tea from a samovar after an incredible dinner and i must say I will never forget it. Stunning. If you come across a tin pay through the nose to get it. I would.
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