Boswell Pipes & Tobacco Railroad Station

Excellent step-up in Latakia from Boswell's Northwoods. Flavorful, not overbearing. No afterbite. Smoky aroma in pouch makes the thought of opening it one of life's "great expectations."

Let me point out that Boswell's has at some point dropped the "965" from their labeling of this blend. That said...

My first reaction to the bag note was to instantly take another three or four deep whiffs, shake my head slowly, and smile. So rich in quality Latakia but without that typical leathery affront. The sweetness of the Virginias and Cavendish come through in perfect balance with that smoky Latakia overtone and it stays consistent throughout the bowl. It produces billowy white smoke and has a wonderful aftertaste. The ash is fine and powdery. The room note smacks lightly of incense and is quite nice.

With most English blends, even the great standards, I have found something lacking, but I find nothing missing from this English experience. It's totally satisfying to me. This is an unsung hero blend. It's pricey, but one bowlful and you will know why. Highly recommended for English fans. (Your mileage may vary.)

I just love Boswell tobaccos. J.M.and Dan are a pair of steely eyed tobacconist! I love northwoods but railroad station is just that much better. A little sweeter with more smoky flavor. I noticed another reviewer found it less flavorful than Northwoods. That guy needs to try again. Even Dan says it's more big on flavor and strength. Frankly I just can't find anything wrong with Dans blends. His aromatics may not be as flavorful as others but his English blends are without peer. His pipes I am told are also outstanding (note to self, get one). If all the tobacconist in the world were kidnapped by aliens but Dan Bosworth I would be able to smoke what I love with no problems at all. If you enjoy smoky flavor in your English blends this is a must try!!

A very nice English, Latakia presence is dominant but not over powering to the smoke, but complementary. The virginia's and cavendish round it out nicely and provide for a very rich, relaxing experience - you will like this blend if you like: Ashton Artisan Blend, Hearth and Home Black House, Cornell & Dhiel DaVinci

At this time I begin year 4 of smoking a pipe and this is the first English blend I have tried. Until recently I have only smoked aromatics. This tobacco I have had for about a year but have been reluctant to actually try it out. Well, now, I can't hardly smoke any other types of blends because of the pleasure I get from it. Not as much ingredients to try picking out so now I can actually taste the different tobaccos and now understand the descriptions other people have used. The aroma reminds me of a toasty campfire smell but not obnoxious. I sense a strong wood taste in the moment while I smoke that doesn't linger once the bowl is done. The strange thing now is that aromatic blends by the same blender doesn't give me the pleasure they did prior to smoking this English. I would definitely recommend you giving this one a try. Peace be with all