J. F. Germain & Son Rich Dark Flake
(3.60)
Notes: According to an email response from J. F. Germain and Son asking if they produced any other blend like Stonehaven, they replied that their Rich Dark Flake is similar to Stonehaven, which is produced for Esoterica in the U.S. market only.
Details
| Brand | J. F. Germain & Son |
| Blended By | J. F. Germain & Son |
| Manufactured By | J.F. Germain & Son |
| Blend Type | Virginia/Burley |
| Contents | Burley, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Molasses |
| Cut | Flake |
| Packaging | Sold in various bulk pouch weights. |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
|
3.60 / 4
|
Reviews
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Displaying 21 - 25 of 25 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 27, 2019 | Medium | Mild | Medium | Pleasant |
The title of this blend couldn't be more fitting: It's rich, it's dark and it's a flake. Very similar to Esoterica Stonehaven but with a little more body and strength. The topping noticeable but does not overpower the top-shelf tobaccos. It is somewhat reminiscent of treacle toffee. If you like Stonehaven, you will love Rich Dark Flake!
Pipe Used:
Park Rhodesian (briar) & Peterson Meerschaum.
PurchasedFrom:
GQ Tobaccos
Age When Smoked:
Fresh & 2 years
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2022 | Mild | Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Bag note is a slightly sweet coco aroma. My sample was quite dry already but needed a bit of rubbing out. First light was pure Virginia but once it settled down with very slow puffing. I was greeted with light coco and some sweet molasses flavor. The burley keeps the Virginia in check so it burns very nicely, not to hot. Nic hit is mild to medium. Burns very nicely, needed only a few relights. Very nice mild to medium smoke Could be easily an all day smoke. Personally I would smoke this after dinner.
Pipe Used:
Dr. Grabow duke tasting pipe
PurchasedFrom:
friend gift
Age When Smoked:
gift not sure but aged a bit
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 01, 2021 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant |
Pure, unadulterated, ambrosia. Some say there is a molasses type topping, which I can understand as it does have a wonderful sweetness to it, but I am not sure if this is actually the case. This is so well behaved after a little drying time. Rich, dark fruitiness throughout. Depressingly hard to obtain (Even in the UK), so when you find it, grab it quick.
Pipe Used:
Dunhill Tanshell billiard, GBD New Standard Pot
PurchasedFrom:
My Smoking Shop
Age When Smoked:
Various
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2020 | Mild to Medium | Mild | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
The tin note is sensational, it rubs out easily. I give it 30 minutes drying time and it lights and burns easily and steadily to the end of the bowl. It's name tells you all you need to know. Smoke it and you dive into a deep, rich dark pool of contentment and contemplation. This is blended and manufactured by people operating at the very top of their game. It is a magnificent blend and I cannot imagine any pipe smoker not enjoying it. I bought it to compare with Marlin Flake, which is my usual go-to when I want a break from my favourite Scottish mixtures (Old Dublin, Tree Mixture and Red Rapparee). This is better than Marlin which gives you some idea of how good it is. It is now a destination in it's own right, and will be a permanent part of my rotation from now on. Recommended without reservation. The only fly in the ointment is the price, but it is worth every penny.
Pipe Used:
Smokes beautifully in all my briars
PurchasedFrom:
Barbers of Harrogate
Age When Smoked:
1 month
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2019 | Medium to Strong | Mild | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
In China, the price of 1 pouch used to be more than 30$, which was called the best Virginia blend by pipers.
It smells really sweet and mouth watering. It is very easy to burn and emits amazing aromas from the full smoke. The mouth is full of sweetness.
Don't smoke too much, this is a great snack.
It smells really sweet and mouth watering. It is very easy to burn and emits amazing aromas from the full smoke. The mouth is full of sweetness.
Don't smoke too much, this is a great snack.
Pipe Used:
Stanwell 37
Age When Smoked:
4 years old in lock&lock
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