Peterson Holiday Season 2011
(3.47)
Golden and orange Virginias, burley and black cavendish make up this captivating blend that is both elegant and full of finesse, sure to please the connoisseur's palate. A sensual, deep and simply wonderful scent of cinnamon and candied fruit evokes memories of the holiday season relaxing by the fireside on a cold winter's day!
Details
| Brand | Peterson |
| Series | Limited Edition |
| Blended By | Peterson |
| Manufactured By | Scandinavian Tobacco Group |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Black Cavendish, Burley, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Cinnamon, Fruit / Citrus |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 100 grams tin |
| Country | Denmark |
| Production | No longer in production |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Medium to Strong
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Very Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.47 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 10 of 12 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 03, 2021 | Very Mild | Medium to Strong | Medium to Full | Very Pleasant |
The 2011 Holiday Season is my favorite tobacco in the series so far. Its composition is golden and orange virginia, bright nutty birley, and black cavendish. So, overall, the 2011 blend doesn't differ much from 2010. But the percentage ratio of the components of these tobaccos is different. The flavoring turned out to be different as well.
The open jar, despite the dryness of the tobacco, gave just a luxurious flavor of gingerbread cookies with cinnamon, candied fruits, and for some reason strawberries and cream. Naturally, the tobacco was also transferred to a tightly closed jar for hydration, which took about two weeks.
Unlike the previous year blend, in 2011 the manufacturer decided to slice the tobacco with ribbon. This played a cruel joke - the tobacco smokes very hot. On top of that, the blend turned out to be very light. I had to restrain myself from overheating the pipe.
The flavor of the tobacco itself was almost non-existent-fruit, sweet ginger cookies, cream, citrus ... Where's the tobacco? But the bouquet of this blend was just made for my tongue. If the tobacco hadn't been so hot, I would have stuffed a second pipe as well. I must say that the smell of the mixture remained in the pipe for a couple of days. The ash is loose, the tobacco leaves quite a bit of moisture in the pipe.
The smoke is light, sweet, with a slight citrus note. It is not annoying at all. Easily weathered.
Amazing dessert. I have another jar, and I'll try to stretch it out longer - it's unlikely this tobacco will ever come up for sale again.
The open jar, despite the dryness of the tobacco, gave just a luxurious flavor of gingerbread cookies with cinnamon, candied fruits, and for some reason strawberries and cream. Naturally, the tobacco was also transferred to a tightly closed jar for hydration, which took about two weeks.
Unlike the previous year blend, in 2011 the manufacturer decided to slice the tobacco with ribbon. This played a cruel joke - the tobacco smokes very hot. On top of that, the blend turned out to be very light. I had to restrain myself from overheating the pipe.
The flavor of the tobacco itself was almost non-existent-fruit, sweet ginger cookies, cream, citrus ... Where's the tobacco? But the bouquet of this blend was just made for my tongue. If the tobacco hadn't been so hot, I would have stuffed a second pipe as well. I must say that the smell of the mixture remained in the pipe for a couple of days. The ash is loose, the tobacco leaves quite a bit of moisture in the pipe.
The smoke is light, sweet, with a slight citrus note. It is not annoying at all. Easily weathered.
Amazing dessert. I have another jar, and I'll try to stretch it out longer - it's unlikely this tobacco will ever come up for sale again.
Pipe Used:
Peterson 999, XL26
PurchasedFrom:
Online
Age When Smoked:
2011
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 04, 2015 | Mild | Medium to Strong | Extra Full | Very Pleasant |
Very tasty aromatic, like some sweet candies but not so sweet that could be overwhelming. Tobacco taste is barely noticable. It's a pity it was only for limited time.
Burns very well.
Burns very well.
Pipe Used:
Missouri Corn Cob
Age When Smoked:
probably 4 years
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 04, 2012 | Mild | Strong | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
**UPDATE** After trying out some other aromatics, sparked by suggestions of a recent friend that just got into pipe smoking... I have found that this is one of the best and find that I enjoy it above other aros. This and MomoYama (I consider it an aromatic) are my favorites.
Very good aromatic!! Out of the tin you can smell the fruit. Wonderful smell. Burns well, not too hot and smells and tastes wonderful. Excellent holiday blend!
Very good aromatic!! Out of the tin you can smell the fruit. Wonderful smell. Burns well, not too hot and smells and tastes wonderful. Excellent holiday blend!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 26, 2011 | Mild | Medium | Medium to Full | Very Pleasant |
Another great limited edition Holiday blend from Peterson. The wonderful smell of candied fruits and cinnamon greet you as soon as you unhinge the tin. Nothing short of heavenly. Many have noted it smells so good in the tin it almost tempts you to eat it. This blend packs well and takes a light wonderfully. It burns nice and even to a white ash. The flavourings come through at just the right pace and the Mrs. loved the room note. If you're in search of a good Christmas/winter blend pick this up, but hurry it's starting to sell out.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 22, 2011 | Mild | Mild to Medium | Mild | Very Pleasant |
Just opened a tin and was awash in the gentle flavors and fragrances. Loaded a bowl and am now heartily enjoying this experience. The fruits, tastes and aroma are inviting to both me and my company. Evoking thoughts and memories of Christmas Past, I should be sitting in front of a 18th century fireplace roaring and crackling holding court over numerous kids and grandkids. Pleasing and gentle to those around, the aroma is fruity fresh and enhances not overwhelms. If I can find enough of this I could easily make this an everyday. I think I will just enjoy this tin and wait for next year eagerly.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 04, 2011 | Mild | Medium to Strong | Mild | Very Pleasant |
Yep, as aro's go another winner from Peterson's.
As with my review of their 2011 Special Reserve (Chess board tin), they are almost identical, other than there is less of a strawberry scent to this and more of a mild tropical fruit overtone with a soft hint of cinnamon or some other festive spice.
Again a lovely festive looking container, but you'll have the same problems storing this long term with its original packaging as with Special Reserve 2011. The tins just aint' air tight and you may get two or three weeks before it starts to dry out.
Lovely aromatic though . . .
As with my review of their 2011 Special Reserve (Chess board tin), they are almost identical, other than there is less of a strawberry scent to this and more of a mild tropical fruit overtone with a soft hint of cinnamon or some other festive spice.
Again a lovely festive looking container, but you'll have the same problems storing this long term with its original packaging as with Special Reserve 2011. The tins just aint' air tight and you may get two or three weeks before it starts to dry out.
Lovely aromatic though . . .
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 28, 2011 | Mild | Medium to Strong | Medium to Full | Very Pleasant |
I love this Blend - when the tin is opened it's like all the good things in life jumping about - the smell is wonderfull - the room not is Very Nice - it smokes well - not hot - no Bite - if I had anything to say about it that I am not keen on - is that when at the bottom of the bowl - it can taste a little on the violte side - but that could just be me getting every last bit out of a bowl - Wonderful Stuff....I have two new pipes set aside for christmas so that I can enjoy this blend...
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 27, 2011 | Mild to Medium | Strong | Full | Very Pleasant |
Alls well with this tobacco. Really good with a scooner of vodka. Love this stuff.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 27, 2011 | Mild | Medium | Medium | Very Pleasant |
This is a very lovely blend. I bought mine from my local tobaccanist, Milan's, on recommendation. I was hesitant because Peterson tinned blends tend to bite me no matter how slow I puff. But I loaded up my pipe and tried it. The blend is rather pleasent and tasty. It does take a little time to light up right out of the tin but the smoke is worth the expended matches, and there is certainly a lot of it. The room note is the best of everything that I've smoked bar one. The flavor is consistant through to the end of the bowl. I'd even be tempted to smoke the dottle. And the typical Peterson bite is very, very minimal. All in all an excellent smoke that I'd get again.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 23, 2011 | Mild | Strong | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
Very sweet smell out of the tin. A little hard to keep lit at first, but once it gets going it stays OK. Had to relight once or twice. Billowy smoke. Delicious. Very nice room note. Highly recommended.
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