Dunhill Durbar

A Classic English Blend. Having tried this blend before, I was excited to receive several tins of this blend from the Dunhill store in London. My friend swears' that the blend that Dunhill ships to us here in the states is smoother, and theirs', a little rough around the edges. I had to disagree with him on that. The cut is long/stringy English style. The tin aroma lets one know that latakia is present, however in a non-overpowering manner. There is a subtle hint of sweetness also. I found it easy to light, one false-light, tamp, then off to some excellent "down-time." Usually I enjoy a higher percentage of oriental over virginia-not in this blend though. The virginia, what do they use? Maybe lemon-virginia? Maybe red-virginia? Maybe both. All I can tell you is, Delicious! A subtle sweetness the whole way through the bowl. I find the latakia to play a superb background supporting role; the orientals interplaying to a great overall effect. This is a true blend in the definition of the term. This is a blend that tells me I should be trying more Virginia types. A sophisticated latakia blend.

This is a beautiful tobacco. The delicate interplay of the Virginias and Orientals is evident from the first light and continues throughout the bowl. The Latakia makes itself known as well, but it is never overwhelming. Overall, this is such a delicate and flavorful blend, it is a must for the English tobacco lover. Very highly recommended.

After four tins of the new Orlik edition I only can repeat the words of the review from Virginia lover.It´s subtle and deep,simply splendid.I only rest a little doubtful about ageing because the high proportion of the wonderful oriental leaf.I say oriental instead of turkish because I suspect some Macedonia together with Izmir.We can describe like a more oriental than London Mixture.Latakia component could be Syrian,pure silkness.

I have really missed Durbar, and this re-release matches both my memory of Murray's version and my present predilection. It reminds me of 965 without all the rough edges and heaviness.

It has it all: smokey, sweet, rich, a touch of spice, smooth, interesting, and smooth. Really satisfying any time of the day, any pipe.

This is a review of the current Durbar, 2014. I have never had the previous version. A fuller, more flavorful version of EMP. Very smooth and rich. I like EMP a great deal but it's flavor on some days is so subtle that I don't taste it. This tobacco comes on stronger and the flavor is right there, right now. Another great Dunhill tobacco. Just outstanding. Well done Dunhill, well done.

I LIKE THIS!

I'm a big fan of cigars also, and it almost seems as if there is some cigar leaf stuffed in here.

Rich heavy flavors and a high nicotine level.

This ought to keep the motor running. Had it with some fine French wine and absolutely loved it. I had the murrays tin (obviously as this stuff is not made anymore) and still have a dunhill store tin left, this is said to be even more spicy.

I'm taking it easy as my supply of old Dunhill tins is shrinking every day, but how can one leave a blend like this alone.

I simply must smoke it again. and soon.....

Contact British American Tobaco (BAT) and demand that they either manufacture all of Dunhill Pipe Tobaccos or sell the rights to someone who will. It is insanity to let this and other Dunhill pipe tobacco blends die out. Shame on BAT!!!!

I have been conserving my stocks of Durbar. I have not tasted all the Dunhill blends listed, but of the ones that I have tasted, Nightcap and Durbar are absolutely the best, in their different traditions.

Davidoff`s Royalty and Red Rapparee are two other favourite oriental blends. Royalty and Durbar have similarities, but RR is totally distinct. What a pity that Durbar will no longer be available: a great loss to lovers of oriental blends.

As favourite blends continue to disappear more and more requiems will need to be composed.

Essentially this is 965 without the brown cavendish.It's the dictionary definition of what an English tobacco is.Rich and full with a nutty undertone.It's never left a bad taste in my mouth as was suggested above.latakia fans rejoice and enjoy this classic blend.***Highly Recomended*** prep