4noggins Owl's Head
(3.35)
A classic mellow, sweet, and nicely balanced mixture of Orientals, Virginias, Cyprian Latakia, and Black Cavendish. An English blend that is just complex enough yet mild enough to smoke anytime of day or all day.
Details
| Brand | 4noggins |
| Blended By | Rich Gottlieb |
| Manufactured By | 4noggins |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Black Cavendish, Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | Bulk |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
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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3.35 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 5 of 5 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Oct 04, 2017 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
4noggins - Owls Head.
If you like Oriental tobaccos this will rock your world! Me, on the other hand, I find the Orientals a little too zealous!
In the smoke, like I said, the Orientals take charge. The others are much lighter in flavour. The Latakia gives a slight smokiness, but it's nowhere near being a Lat-Bomb. The smaller amount of black Cavendish soothes the palate, reduces some of the harshness from the Orientals, and adds a sweetness. There's a subtle fruitiness from the Virginia which has a similar calming effect as the black Cav'. It burns well, fairly cool, and is easy on the tongue.
Nicotine: medium. Room-note: not the best.
Unfortunately I'm not a fan of this, so two stars it is:
Somewhat recommended.
If you like Oriental tobaccos this will rock your world! Me, on the other hand, I find the Orientals a little too zealous!
In the smoke, like I said, the Orientals take charge. The others are much lighter in flavour. The Latakia gives a slight smokiness, but it's nowhere near being a Lat-Bomb. The smaller amount of black Cavendish soothes the palate, reduces some of the harshness from the Orientals, and adds a sweetness. There's a subtle fruitiness from the Virginia which has a similar calming effect as the black Cav'. It burns well, fairly cool, and is easy on the tongue.
Nicotine: medium. Room-note: not the best.
Unfortunately I'm not a fan of this, so two stars it is:
Somewhat recommended.
Pipe Used:
Cob
PurchasedFrom:
4noggins
Age When Smoked:
One month
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 01, 2022 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
I'll preface by saying Owl's Head did not contain as many twigs and stems as the other 4Noggin's blends I've reviewed. However, it did contain some Red Man sized leaf! Also, this blend didn't appear to be blended well, the ribbons of Virginia were clumped together, separate from the other leaf.
Pouch aroma is slightly smoky, floral and sweet, with a hint of mustiness. Packs and lights better when dried out a bit. This seems to be one of their moistest blends I've purchased.
Initial lighting is spot on from the pouch aroma, although the Latakia isn't as strong as the Orientals and Virginia. The Virginia's are sweet, hay-like and slightly sour. The Orientals own this blend. In fact, sometimes thats all I can taste. The black cavendish must be unsweetened, as there seems to be zero sweet aspect to this blend. It actually has a very dry mouth feel.
Personally, I don't think I could smoke this blend all day, but some of you may. Solid 2.5 stars, but I don't think I'll smoke much past the remainder of the 2oz I have.
I've only smoked this in the hotter months. I'll dry this a bit more and see how it performs in cooler weather.
Pouch aroma is slightly smoky, floral and sweet, with a hint of mustiness. Packs and lights better when dried out a bit. This seems to be one of their moistest blends I've purchased.
Initial lighting is spot on from the pouch aroma, although the Latakia isn't as strong as the Orientals and Virginia. The Virginia's are sweet, hay-like and slightly sour. The Orientals own this blend. In fact, sometimes thats all I can taste. The black cavendish must be unsweetened, as there seems to be zero sweet aspect to this blend. It actually has a very dry mouth feel.
Personally, I don't think I could smoke this blend all day, but some of you may. Solid 2.5 stars, but I don't think I'll smoke much past the remainder of the 2oz I have.
I've only smoked this in the hotter months. I'll dry this a bit more and see how it performs in cooler weather.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Dec 22, 2014 | Mild | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Tolerable |
Although I am a fan of Balkan blends, I prefer medium to full flavor which this is not in the range. The cavendish really adds some sweetness, maybe too sweet for me, and the body just not impresses me. The second half of the bowl deepens a bit in flavor, but I will still reach for Chipman Hill more often.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 07, 2014 | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
Free sample from 4Noggins. Thanks Rich! I'm not big on cavendish but this is quite a pleasant smoke and has a nice sweet note to it. It is a little bitey from the casings and being a bit on the damp side but certainly nothig to bad. Give it a try if you like cavendish in your English.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jul 03, 2012 | Very Mild | Very Mild | Medium | Pleasant |
I've got a sample of this tobacco from Rich. It came slightly wet so I've dried it and tasted. Very “English” taste, Orientals and Latakia are perceptible. Nice and very mild smoke, but personally I prefer stronger mixes.
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