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
3.47 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 11 of 19 Reviews
Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 26, 2012 | Medium | Medium | Medium | Pleasant |
a fruity aromatic in a positive way - everybody loves it, even at home. Easy to smoke although there is a massive ghost in your pipe after the first bowl. So be sure not to fill one of your beloved virginia pipes. although i don´t smoke aromatics regularily for christmas there is always a box or two for the family events. the only thing that makes me angry is the packaging - the thin is lovely but no box to put your tobacco in to keep it fresh.The plastic foil is not the best way to keep it fresh either. So you have to smoke it more often okay, that´s a good marketing gag on the other hand. The packaging is a big minus in my book.
Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Mar 20, 2012 | Medium to Strong | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Very Pleasant |
I smoke this on a regular basis (trying to finish the tin), and I quite enjoy it. Truly, it is a bit of a less-tobacco-more-flavoring taste, but quite pleasant to smell in the room. I gave a bit to my friend, and he also enjoyed it. It smells delicious coming out of the tin, and, if packed correctly, burns quite well. Mind the bite, as it can pop up rather suddenly.
Note: I did wind up with a black tongue for 3 days after smoking a Bulldog full of this, but it was quite worth it.
Note: I did wind up with a black tongue for 3 days after smoking a Bulldog full of this, but it was quite worth it.
Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 25, 2011 | Medium | Medium | Mild to Medium | Tolerable |
Well the In-Laws (erstwhile smokers) have gone and it's time to get the pipe out.
So, RH orders some 'Holiday Mixture' despite my reservations about Peterson's record of tastlessness.
Ironically the sweet scent from this tobacco comes through in the smoke. Unfortunately, this is so damn sweet and sickly. I normally DO sweet, but this is revolting.
There is no tobacco taste in here at all and I am extremely surprised it is getting such a high rating in here.
It is very similar to McLintock's Creme de Cassis. Actually it is so similar to said blend I had to double check that this really was a Peterson's sample.
I couldn't even manage to finish the bowl it was so awful.
Two pipes will have to be thoroughly cleaned out this Boxing Day....
So, RH orders some 'Holiday Mixture' despite my reservations about Peterson's record of tastlessness.
Ironically the sweet scent from this tobacco comes through in the smoke. Unfortunately, this is so damn sweet and sickly. I normally DO sweet, but this is revolting.
There is no tobacco taste in here at all and I am extremely surprised it is getting such a high rating in here.
It is very similar to McLintock's Creme de Cassis. Actually it is so similar to said blend I had to double check that this really was a Peterson's sample.
I couldn't even manage to finish the bowl it was so awful.
Two pipes will have to be thoroughly cleaned out this Boxing Day....
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 |
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| 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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| May 06, 2012 | Medium | Medium to Strong | Medium | Pleasant |
I love the smell of this, fruity but a little savoury. It really does smell 'xmassy'. I found it quite sweet, very aromatic, not a whole lot of tobacco taste here, but my god it smells good. Nic levels are decent enough to satisfy, it will ghost up your pipe if you smoke lots. I won't buy more, but I'm glad I tried it.
If you like aro's give it a go while it's available.
If you like aro's give it a go while it's available.
Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 06, 2012 | Mild | Medium | Medium | Pleasant |
Lovely aromatic with kind of a fruity flavor, however slightly chemical taste so only 3 stars for me. Unrelated to taste the tin is quite bad for me, i dont smoke much and it dries out so had to put in a mason jar.
Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 28, 2012 | Medium to Strong | Medium to Strong | Very Full | Pleasant |
As an experienced aromatic smoker, I feel I need to add my 2 cents worth here. This is a worth while smoke. Most of the positive comments mentioned in this review are true, but need additional info such as... it burns HOT. Be sure your pipe has a good cake to handle the heat and smoke it slow, like a pro. Keep in mind that it is a Christmas blend, so it is a full flavored aromatic. I have enjoyed this blend even though it is similar to many others. I'd say to all, "Try it, you just might like it."
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.