Tobaccos Boswell Pipes & Tobacco - Piper's Pleasure

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	Pipestud (1829)	2017-02-03		Mild	Medium to Strong	Medium	Very Pleasant

I have smoked so many Boswell blends over the years (but never reviewed most of them), that I don't know where to begin. When I pulled out my notebook and saw how many aromatics I've tried, I narrowed the field down to my favorite of them all, Piper's Pleasure. In fact, after checking my recollections, I need to call them up and order some more.

One of the richest aromatics I have ever smoked with a very strong Chocolate and Vanilla presentation (yes coffe is listed, too, but I never tasted it). Non goopy, clean burning rate and an after taste that is to die for. There are a lot of pure aromatic smokers in our midst and I personally this cool smoking Cavendish would be at the top of everyone's list who was born with a taster.

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	SteelCowboy (685)	2011-12-12		Mild	Medium	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

IMHO there is a short list of “kings” when it comes to bulk American aromatics, Boswell's and Pipeworks and Wilke to name a couple of them. The newest offering from Boswells is a great example as to why they are known for some of America's finest aromatics. Piper's Pleasure is a “full on” sweet wonderful blend of Vanilla and Chocolate. There is a coffee casing too, but I detect very little of it in the smoke. The ribbon appears to be made up of nearly equal amounts of Burley and Cavendish and does need some dry time prior to smoking. The flavors are intense and remain steady throughout the bowl. Unlike some aromatics, PP doesn't become bitter as the bowl nears its end and there is no chemical taste. Feel free to puff away on this blend because there is no bite to be found here!

When I do choose an aromatic, I tend to like aro's that are a little less sweet than this one. However when I want a full throttle aromatic, Piper's Pleasure has quickly become my favorite in the large stable of Boswell aromatic blends. Highly Recommended.

13 people found this review helpful.

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	JimInks (3022)	2016-06-04		Mild to Medium	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

The burley is not that noticeable, but it offers a little nuttiness when it shows. You’ll get a little more of it in the last third of the experience. The black cavendish has some vanilla, but how much translates to the taste is uncertain as the toppings really tone down he tobaccos. The vanilla and chocolate are rich with a deep flavor in a starring role, the latter being a little more prominent. The coffee does no more than underscore the other toppings, and sometimes less than that. Has close to no nicotine. Needs a light dry time, but burns at a moderate pace, cool, clean, and creamy smooth sweetness from start to finish with just a slight weakening of toppings toward the end. leaves a little moisture in the bowl, and requires a few relights. Not quite an all day smoke, though the experienced are smoker may consider it to be one.

-JimInks

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	Emeritus Account (30125)	2013-02-23		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

Wonderful blend with cocoa top note in bag, bowl, and room note. This is a great morning coffee, end of day smoke, designated, like "No Bite Delite", a regular upon first taste.

No bite at any point, although there was a brief gurgle mid-bowl; good, steady burn with no re-light required after charring / second lights.

Boswell provides excellent, friendly service, and fast shipping.

Highly recommend.

9 people found this review helpful.

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	SteelCowboy (685)	2014-01-01		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

Piper’s Pleasure is one of the newer blends to Boswell’s lineup of well-made aromatics. Over time it has become one of my favorite Boswell blends. The pouch scent is mainly chocolate, but the coffee scent is definitely there in the background. In the pipe, I find the chocolate flavor dominates with the coffee in a supporting role. This tobacco is pretty heavily sauced, but it doesn’t goop up the pipe. If you like mocha like I do, this one is a keeper.

Purchased From: J.M. Boswell

6 people found this review helpful.

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	TallPuffO'Burley (632)	2015-04-06		Mild	Medium to Strong	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

A very good aromatic. I was given a good sample of this that I finished yesterday following Easter Dinner at my In-Laws. I smoked them in an old MM Bullcob. It was a wonderful experience and the topping was a delightful fruity chocolate type of topping that reminded me a bit of CB Royal, but much better.

The topping lasted the whole bowl and though I never really got an overwhelming tobacco backbone to the blend, something that I rather enjoy in an aromatic, I was never left with that feeling of puffing on hot air. The pleasant aroma was with me throughout whether coming from my snork or off the sidestream, it was ethereal and gave me one of those magical smokes right when I needed one. That is after stuffing myself with an easter dinner.

I probably had about five bowls of this total and the others were not as memorable, so I don't think I could put four stars on this, but it would definitely hold four stars to any CB fans out there and for those aromatic smokers who like the taste of topping more than the taste of tobacco. I am giving it three for a recommended change up sweet treat.

Pipe Used: cobs

Similar Blends: Captain Black Royal.

4 people found this review helpful.

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	Mr. Motoyoshi (68)	2014-03-13		Mild	Mild to Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

I was gifted some of this from a friend.

In my mind, there are two types of Aromatics. Those that are worth buying, and those that are not. This is one of the formers.

It's a little moist out of the pouch, some drying time could be beneficial. I laid mine out for a minimum of 20 minutes and got optimal results. It packs relatively easily and stays lit, for the most part (Maybe dry it for a little longer). Surprised to hear that this isn't "flavored" I'm guessing the sugars, or whatever was used, was enough to give the burley and cavendish a little push into the realm of taste.

You'll get little whiffs of cocoa, vanilla, possibly even honey. I found this blend a little similar to Cupcake (the blend not the food) actually. But with a stronger hint of cocoa/chocolate. I didn't get any tongue bite but I could see this biting if provoked.

The room note on this was wonderful. I smoked it at a bar, and while most Japanese usually hate my baccys (usually Latakia bombs) I received compliments from around the room. I wore the same jacket I was smoking in the next day and got a true scent of the piper's pleasure. It was of that quintessential pipe smoke and brought me back memories of that Grandfather I never had.

I would recommend this to any fans of aromatics and anyone who doesn't smoke them but wants to have a high quality aromatic (you know who you are).

Pipe Used: Cobs and Chacom Sport

Similar Blends: Boswell Pipes & Tobacco - Cupcake.

4 people found this review helpful.

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	TXBulldog (74)	2015-11-11		Mild to Medium	Medium	Medium to Full	Very Pleasant

This is a finely blended and balanced aromatic. It is not over the top in flavoring which generally destroys the enjoyment of the tobacco experience itself. I didn't have any moisture or re-light issues with my 4 oz. order. It lit early, burned clean and even to the very end. It was truly a good even smoke with the nuances adding the notes you are looking for in the description. This blend is as described and doesn't let you down in any way. It's another fine Boswell blend. If you want the hint of cocoa or soft chocolate note, this is a good one. It's not all artificial like so many others and is a fine blend. Boswell's obviously knows what they are doing.

Pipe Used: bjarne, rossi, la strada, red point

Age When Smoked: 6 mos

Purchased From: Boswells

3 people found this review helpful.

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	Ethan (34)	2013-11-23		Mild	Medium	Full	Pleasant

4 STARS!! this is good stuff. The best Boswell blend i have tried so far (5 of them) and i will be ordering some more of this to cellar. A must try aromatic!

3 people found this review helpful.

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	Bentlink (9)	2015-07-10		Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

Cocoa Puffs! This has the smell of one fine breakfast cereal from my childhood, and a mild, sweet taste. It smoked a bit wet for me, but was pleasant and easy on the tongue.

Like other Boswell aromatics, this one is a little bit of a novelty, but a decent tobacco.

Pipe Used: Savinelli

Age When Smoked: 1 month

Purchased From: Boswell

2 people found this review helpful.

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	brogreggblues (45)	2012-04-14		Mild	Mild	Mild	Pleasant

It's definitely got chocolate in it. Not overwhelming. Stays lit. Mild, pleasant. Can't detect vanilla or coffee. There is a mild sweetness. Excellent burning quality. Great for beginners because it behaves so well. No bite. Chocolate flavor gone by end of bowl, leaving mild sweet cavendish. Copious clouds of smoke, zero bite. Room note is extremely mild, pleasant. No trace of chocolate in room note. Tail end of bowl, very slight "off" after taste.

2 people found this review helpful.

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	Emeritus Account (30125)	2012-04-07		Medium	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

I tried a sample and decided to add 4oz for 2.70=oz USD in my monthly boswell outvoice order ,but anyways what you wanna hear when liti taste smooth sweet carmel vanilla with a hint of what i taste pine, very smooth and eurphoric.

A must try for people with discriminating taste.

2 people found this review helpful.

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	Emeritus Account (30125)	2012-02-15		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

My first Boswell blend of several and I am impressed. I really enjoyed this smoke. Dan was also friendly and super fast shipping. Will be ordering from them again!

On an update...still a great smoke! Excellent room note! I know that I like a tobacco when I just want to smoke it and smell it all the time and this is one of them. I also had a chance to visit the store this summer and wow what good people the boswells are I wish I lived close by so I could hang out there all the time heck I'd even volunteer some time at the shop that's how much I like the place! Boswell has became my favorite line of tobaccos and they have some awesome pipes too. Keep up the good work j.m., Dan and family! See you all really soon.

2 people found this review helpful.

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	wolfdreamer (25)	2012-02-01		Mild to Medium	Mild	Mild	Pleasant

Reminds me of some bulk Black Cordial i have but with noticeable chocolate added in. No tongue bite, and very smooth, cant go wrong it seems with Boswell blends. Pleasant smoke but not something I would buy again or call a favorite.

2 people found this review helpful.

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	Emeritus Account (30125)	2011-12-19		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

Another fine blend by J.M and Dan Boswell. First thing I noticed when I lit the bowl was that this blend seemed a lot like the Boswells Chocolate cream. Actually, It has more of a chocolate flavor at first then the chocolate cream has! About one third of the way into the bowl, the flavors of coffee and a hint of vanilla showed up. Very nice flavors all the way down to the end, and I let this sit out on a paper towel to air dry for about an hour before Lighting it. I find that it's always a good idea to let any of the boswells blends have some dry time. I can say after a few bowls of this I will be ordering more form Boswells and will include this one in my rotation.

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	Emeritus Account (30125)	2011-12-14		Mild	Medium	Medium	Pleasant

From the first draw this one jumped to the top of my list. I have to fight the urge to grab this every time I have a pipe in my hand. I first tried it when it was labeled "new blend" prior to being named Pipers Pleasure and having no idea what was in it. In the bag it's chocolate and a vanilla background with an earthiness to it. It has some characteristics shared with Boswells Best, No Bite, and Chocolate Cream. Every time I had coffee I smoked this new blend, and it finally hit me, it's mocha coffee. Wtih the vanilla giving it a creamy texture I think a better name would have been Mocha Latte. This new blend also had hint of unadulterated tobacco in the background and does smoke cooler than most of the others. Of course I can't be sure but it seems as Pipers Pleasure I can't detect that pure tobacco background and seems it has a bit more vanilla to it. But still number one. Now if it had a bit more pure tobacco with higher nicotine levels and a hint more coffee I would be hard pressed to not smoke anything else.

A few things I've noticed is that given time it does tend to lose a little flavor. Also the last third of the bowl tends to turn a little flat, dry and ashy. These things seem to be in common with several Boswell blends. Not nearly enough to stop me from smoking this favorite Boswell aromatic but enough to keep it at three stars.

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	Capt (339)	2020-07-31		Mild to Medium	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

I've smoked most Boswell blends that claim to contain coffee as an added aromatic. This is the first blend where I can actually taste the coffee! The chocolate notes stand out the most here. The chocolate isn't just a slight topping that you catch a glimpse of occasionally. This is a RICH and flavorful chocolate flavoring that stays true to the end, with detectable notes of coffee. Can burn a bitbwet, and make the pipe gurgle. Isbthat looses .5 stars

Description states this is just Black Cavendish and burley, but I see 3 distinct leaves in this blend. Light brown, medium brown and black.

If you are looking for an aromatic of the coffee/chocolate variety that actually has a bit of backbone and strength, give this a go. Solid 3.5 stars!

Pipe Used: several

Age When Smoked: 1 month

Purchased From: Boswells

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	cm1648 (106)	2020-06-16		Extremely Mild	Strong	Full	Pleasant

A rich aromatic without the goopy character of most aros. The chocolate and vanilla are the main stars of the blend. The coffee flavor is only slightly noticeable, but its addition does give this blend a mocha taste when combined with the chocolate and vanilla. A very consistent aromatic with a cool burn. If you are an aromatic smoker, this is a great choice. As a non-aro smoker, I found it quite enjoyable, which says quite alot for me. 6.5/10

Similar Blends: CAO Eileen's Dream.

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	Rustedrailsmokes (293)	2018-02-04		Mild	Medium	Medium	Pleasant

My normal morning blend is Bears Blend also from Boswells, but when given a sample of PP I knew I had found another winner.

This goes perfectly with your morning cup of coffee. I get vanilla and chocolate with a hint of coffee hiding back there.

Sipped from my cob-warden it gives no bite and required no relights and very little tamping.

As others have mentioned, the flavors tended to mellow out at the end of the bowl and I got the nuttiness of the burley as it died away.

Pipe Used: Corn Cob

Age When Smoked: 6 months

Purchased From: Boswells

Similar Blends: Cocoa Puffs.

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	Jwr.nps (6)	2017-09-19		Extremely Mild	Medium	Extremely Mild (Flat)	Pleasant to Tolerable

I am a piper, and I didn't find this pleasurable at all. The leaf is excellent, and the aroma is fantastic, but it didn't taste like anything (aside of a hint of watered down hot chocolate), and only at the end did I get a bit of burley. It came way to wet and had a hard time staying lit. The cocoa is the main player here, not anything else. If you want to smoke a bar of chocolate, this is your blend. The folks at Boswell's were super nice over email and shipping was within 2 days (I don't live far) so they gain a point for customer service.

Pipe Used: Mark Tinsky author

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: Boswell's

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	canvas (337)	2016-06-14		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

During a visit to a local coffee shop I ran into a fellow pipe enthusiast (John), we talked about pipes for a bit and he offered me a bowl of PP. I took a whiff of his almost empty leather pouch and was delighted by the subtle cocoa smell. Another reviewer here mentioned a connection to Coco Puffs cereal, and I'd say it was a spot on comparison.

The first puffs were very mild and I wondered what happened to the chocolate. Thankfully things began to develop midway. I didn't taste the vanilla, but the chocolate and distant coffee were there. It made for a calm warm smoke.

This is not a potent aromatic and the nicotine is likely very low, but the light taste makes for a good summer blend with zero bite.

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	Bbrown626 (150)	2015-06-09		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

This is truly a great all-around tobacco. A complex taste that does not coverup the underlying tobacco. Having trouble putting this down, it satisfies anytime of day. Burns well, not too moist and few relights. Little to no bite. A great addition to my regular rotation!

Pipe Used: Tinderbox St Ives

Age When Smoked: New

Purchased From: Boswell (via phone)

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Vikingfan60 (8)	2015-04-24		Mild	Mild	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

Absolutely love this blend. Smokes cool, mild, no bite. Outstanding Vanilla, Chocolate,and coffee flavor. Another tobacco you can smoke all day. Boswell's really hit the nail on the head with this blend. I will definitely be ordering more when I run out. Fantastic customer service. Highly recommend!!

Pipe Used: Savinelli Alligator

Age When Smoked: New

Purchased From: Boswell's

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Autumn joy (47)	2015-02-04		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

Pipers pleasure one of the aromatics from Boswell I was truly looking forward to. The verdict was in and it did not disappoint. Upon opening the bag the smell of the tobacco was a chocolate vanilla scent. Needless to say it was a very good blend for the aroma presented. The smoke was very cool and really using a nose breathing method gave a good sweet taste of chocolate goodness. This tobacco left a good tobacco after taste to some degree but it wasn't a taste to were you'd go running for the mouthwash. The room note was also very pleasent and I would recommend smoking this daily. Enjoy everyone and I hope this helps.

Pipe Used: Meerschaum

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: JM Boswell Chambersburg, PA www.boswellpipes.com

Similar Blends: Lanes RLP6.

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Emeritus Account (30125)	2013-10-02		Very Mild	Mild	Very Mild	Very Pleasant

Tastes good. The vanilla comes through the most prominent. Not tasting as much cocoa or coffee like the description suggest. Very smooth, cool, and mild smoke. A little bit too mild. Great smell

1 person found this review helpful.

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	hiller (4)	2012-03-26		Mild	Mild	Mild	Pleasant

I found this blend very enjoyable and relaxing to puff on. Creamy chocolate and coffee with a nice sweetness on my tongue. It's like drinking a nice cup of warm cappuccino .Another good one from Boswell and Son.

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Emeritus Account (30125)	2012-01-06		Very Mild	Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

This takes some drying time...significant drying time. That accomplished, this one will open up and offer some interesting flavors, notably chocolate and coffee. Not black morning coffee, but that fancified stuff you get at Starbucks.

The vanilla never comes through and acts as a backing. No bite, smooth, no noticeable nicotine.

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	Northern Pipes (22)	2012-01-03		Mild	Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

This is tied for my favorite Boswell tobacco along with Boswell's Best. This smells incredible and the room note is ridiculously good. For me, I need to be separated from the tobacco that I'm smoking in order to appreciate the full scent and room note of the tobacco, or walk into a room of other people smoking it (it doesn't help that I'm the only pipe smoker I know). With this tobacco, it tastes like it smells and I can get the full impact of the room note as i'm smoking it. In my experience with Boswells, the smoke gets really good about 10 minutes after first lighting. It's like the tobacco settles as you smoke it, much like decanting a wine. The flavouring is not overpowering the natural tobacco taste and smell. It's a cool smoke that provides a warm feeling and reminds me of tobacco smells from when I was a kid in Northern Ontario.

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	PaPiper (35)	2023-01-28		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

A delightful aromatic blended by JM Boswell. It has a great flavor and no bite. Come at the proper moisture level right from the tin or bag. It is truly meant to smoke rightaway. Flavors of chocolate, vanilla, and coffee are right at hand. If you like aromatics this is a blend to put in your rotation.

Pipe Used: Various

Age When Smoked: Fresh from Tin

Purchased From: JM Boswell’s

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	PaulMcCoy (78)	2022-02-13		Mild	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

This reminded me a lot of those chocolate scented markers from the late 80’s. I'm not sure if they still make them anymore, but I enjoyed the nostalgia. It burns great, and has no bite whatsoever. About halfway through it hits a sweet spot. The burley becomes more present, and the faux chocolate flavor diminishes slightly. The two work really well together, and only gets better as you go. I didn’t pick up much vanilla, and practically no coffee flavors, but I’m sure they are both contributing somewhere in the background. Boswell's definitely has a winner here. 3.5 stars

Pipe Used: Wally Frank Collector

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: Boswell's Pipes & Tobacco

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	DakotaHale43 (47)	2020-08-06		Mild	Medium to Strong	Full	Pleasant

Very strong flavoring notes off the bat. Tin note smelled somewhat reminiscent of Sutliff's chocolate mousse. Burns very cool with loads of flavor. Arguably one of the best blends from Boswell.

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