Sillem's Commodore Flake
(3.69)
A flake of full bodied, spicy latakia with Kentucky and a dash of black cavendish.
Details
| Brand | Sillem's |
| Blended By | |
| Manufactured By | Kohlhase & Kopp |
| Blend Type | Virginia/Latakia |
| Contents | Black Cavendish, Kentucky, Latakia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Flake |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium to Strong
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.69 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05, 2016 | Very Strong | None Detected | Extra Full | Very Strong |
In the phase of my tobacco experience, I tend to go for the 'powerful' smokes. I enjoy 1792 and Dark Flake and consider those to be my standard for 'strong'. With that said, I found this blend to be just as strong if not stronger than those previous mentioned blends.
The flakes are very dark and almost black and break apart very easily. The flakes have a oily, greasy feel to them. Moisture content was good. Packing was easy and effortless.
Initial taste was good upon first light. Heavy thick smoke and the taste reminds me of a bbq. If you could produce a blend that tastes like smoking ribs over a fire, this is it. The nicotine hit is very strong on this blend and half way through the bowl I was satisfied. I did notice that this blend has a bitter smoke taste left in my mouth. Reminds me of that bitter taste after eating a heavily smoked meat.
Excellent blend and surprising strong. This isn't an everyday blend for me and I'm sure this will age nicely.
The flakes are very dark and almost black and break apart very easily. The flakes have a oily, greasy feel to them. Moisture content was good. Packing was easy and effortless.
Initial taste was good upon first light. Heavy thick smoke and the taste reminds me of a bbq. If you could produce a blend that tastes like smoking ribs over a fire, this is it. The nicotine hit is very strong on this blend and half way through the bowl I was satisfied. I did notice that this blend has a bitter smoke taste left in my mouth. Reminds me of that bitter taste after eating a heavily smoked meat.
Excellent blend and surprising strong. This isn't an everyday blend for me and I'm sure this will age nicely.
Pipe Used:
Briar Poker
PurchasedFrom:
Pipes and Cigars
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2014 | Medium to Strong | Mild | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
The flake is a bit moist and rubs (crumbles) easily. It burns nicely after some drying time.The flavor profile is of a floral, mildly sweet Latakia. I assume the sweetness is from the Cavendish. There is a very mild earthiness that may be coming from the Burley. If so, it's all of the Burley I can detect. I like this best in the smaller bowled Country Gentleman. In the taller bowled General it lasts too long and I find myself tiring of it. I find it to be a nice tasting flake and an enjoyable smoke.
Pipe Used:
MM General, MM Country Gentleman
PurchasedFrom:
smokingpipes.com
Age When Smoked:
fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2019 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
The Latakia is the key player, but not overwhelmingly so. The Kentucky adds its own slightly vinegar/smoke essence. The flakes are easily worked but hold together moderately well for those who prefer to fold. A nice balance between the Lat and the rest of the blend; good for those looking for something in this vein for a chilly day. Not an everyday smoke for me, but those looking for a Latakia/Kentucky blend rather than Latakia/Oriental or pure Latakia should find it serviceable or better.
Pipe Used:
briars, cobs, and meers
PurchasedFrom:
Smoking Pipes
Age When Smoked:
2 months after purchase
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