Peterson Nightcap

Let me put it this way: If I have to choose between an expensive alcohol drink, a concert, or even a five star three-course dinner, or a Nightcap bowl, I would definitely choose the latter. Yes, it is that good, and definitely ranks among the top English blends ever produced. Moreover, Nightcap is quite an excellent way to overcome any sort of stress or sleeplessness, a title truly deserved.

This blend was my introduction to English blends. Made and instant fan out of me. This tobacco will always be on my shelf and I will recommend it as a must buy blend to any friends who may start smoking pipe. There is a sour vinegar smell in a fresh tin, which I see some comparing to ketchup, but once a tin is opened, it gets better and better. Eventually the blend will mellow and homogenize to a rich, solid, leather smell. This tobacco burns smooth for me. Little re-lighting. The smoke is full, rich, deep, and mouth-watering. Every puff is like chewing on a perfect steak. This really is one of the few blends I smoke that leave me silent and lost in the experience of my pipe. Reviewing this blend is pointless. haha Buy it and smoke it!

My first 'taste' of a Dunhill blend - quality from tin aroma to final puff. I like English and Balkan blends - and Latakia too - and this blend would be on the 'mild side' in terms of latakia for my taste - however, it has exquisite balance, the taste of the Virginias, Perique, and Turkish is nicely balanced by the latakia. It's a relaxing smoke with smooth taste and consistency throughout. If it has potential to bite, I didn't notice, and I truly enjoyed this. Will be a regular part of my rotation and will have me trying additional Dunhill blends that I read so much about on these boards.This is an excellent intro to English blends, and a satisfying smoke to those already 'anglicized'. Everyone should give this a try - quality for the price and a blend I'll often smoke. Very Highly Recommended!

This was the first non aromatic tobacco I purchased. When I first opened the tin I was taken aback by the strong campfire smell which I now know is the latakia. After a couple bowls I began to really enjoy the taste of this stuff. I really enjoy the punch of nicotine that accompanies as well. A stiff drink or strong craft brew and a bowl of Nightcap and I'm about as relaxed as can be. Not something I'd smoke everyday but I'll certainly make sure to always have a tin in my cellar.

This is what I call a "full bodied English blend"! Probably the best of all the good English blends available. Much has been written about this blend, and there is not much I can add. The mouth feel I get is very similar to dark chocolate, I just love it!

Appearance: A slighly broad ribbon cut, mostly dark colors. Ribbons are quite uniform, typical Dunhill attention to detail

Aroma: Lots of Latakia, not much else to my nose.

Packing: Packs easily in most pipes, group 3 and up.

Lighting: Typical lighting procedure, not too quick or too slow.

Initial flavor: Just like it smells, lots of smokey Latakia, with some slightly sweet Va flavor.

Mid-bowl: Not very complex, just the two flavors changing intensity slightly as they interact. Dry and cool, and not too sensitive to puffing rate. There is some nicotine strength here, so it?s best in the evening.

Finish: Nice, clean finish. No tendency to get harsher at the end, and no wet dottle.

Summary: An excellent blend, if you?re a Latakia junkie. If you need more latakia than this, try either Penzance or an IV drip.

mmm, nightcap. This (and frog Morton) were my two staple tobacs a few years ago. I couldn't get enough. Nightcap is the apex of the Dunhill English line (EMP, 965 etc) as far as I am concerned the others are just practice sessions preparing the smoker for this treasure.

The tobacco mixes luxurious black and brown shades with a touch of lighter tobaccos. It has a very rich tin aroma, due in part to the added perique no doubt. Everything about this tobacco screams "Smoke Me Baby!"

The latakia really stands out upon first light (there is definitely a healthy portion of it in Nightcap) yet is quickly complimented by the VA & orientals. As the bowl progresses, prepare for an enjoyable smoking experience as the various components meld together and play off each other. The spiciness builds towards the end as the perique which seems to take a back seat for much of the ride, makes it's presence known. Night cap burns very evenly and provides a very cool, satisfying smoke. Definitely a winner.

A deep, flavorful, heavy Latakia blend with a "nic" kick.

Though a strong English blend, Nightcap brings quite a wonderful array of notes. Of course the Cyprian is the main player but the Oriental appears with its spicy (not Perique spicy) and woody notes while the Virginas are noticeable in the dark fruity sweetness that is constant. The Perique enters in with its pepperiness and acts like salt on meat; bringing our the flavors of the other leaves.

I'll stop there on description. It has loads of views. It's known and loved. Great as a literal nightcap or the second half of the day during the fall/winter seasons. 8/10

Fantastic. Like all the Dunhill Peterson’s, preparation is required before smoking.

Pop the lid and put in a glass jar. Leave the lid off for a couple hours. Then leave the jar closed up for two weeks before smoking. Some say a month is required before smoking. It’s brilliant after 4 months in the jar!

Get a good pipe such as a Savinelli with a 6mm balsa filter. A low quality pipe isn’t worth it - a waste of money as they are rarely much good to smoke.

Then you have a recipe for a new favourite tobacco. Of the Dunhill Peterson tobaccos, these are my favourites:

Standard Mixture, Royal Yacht, MM 965; Nightcap.

It does not taste like a cigar, but the smoke has a similar creamy leathery density of a mild cuban. But not the taste of course.

The taste is indeed incredible, all the way down the bowl it remains the same. None of the constituent tobaccos dominates. They all blend to come together perfectly to something incredible. Not a tobacco only for the evening. This is for whenever you want a smooth creamy good well balanced flavour.

A cigar smoker trying to find a pipe tobacco with enough power and density with Nightcap. Just like a cigarette smoker will find their answer in Elizabethan or Royal Yacht. Standard Mixture provides an equally good smoke to Nightcap, but it’s lighter for earlier in the day.

Flavouring added - 0/4 (none)

Cut - ribbon, may take two relights

Strength - 3.5/4

Creaminess and smoke density - 4/4

Taste - 4/4

Nicotine - 3/4

Mouth burn/ tongue bite - 1/4 none if jarred for a month prior to smoking

Recommend trying - 4/4

Overall experience - 4/4

Weeks to jar before smoking - Minimum 2 weeks jarring required. Best after 2 months.