Newminster No. 403 Superior Round Slices
(2.88)
Whole Virginia leaves used as the wrapper and filler are combined with a center of dark-fired Kentucky, and are then rolled into ropes and cut into coins. The coins are slightly aromatic and medium to full in strength.
Details
| Brand | Newminster |
| Blended By | |
| Manufactured By | Villiger |
| Blend Type | Virginia/Burley |
| Contents | Kentucky, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Curly Cut |
| Packaging | Bulk |
| Country | Unknown |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.88 / 4
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Reviews
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Apr 03, 2016 | Medium | Very Mild | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
My first experience with a Newminster blend offered me a sharp bite that led me to believe that it was made by Mac Baren, one of the few companies that I often get bit. I was wrong about the maker, which is actually Villiger-Stokkebye, but I thought based on the great appearance of Superior Round that I’d give it another go. SRS appears like rough cut medium size coins of Virginia surrounding a center of dark fired. They are easy to stuff and fold and that is my preferred way to smoke this blend. There is a sweet topping that I would describe as “honey-like.” There is some hay from the Virginias with the dark fired adding strength and a little bit of body. From a taste standpoint, the dark fired is more in a supporting role. There is a decent nic hit with SRS although I wouldn’t call it a strong blend. I didn’t experience any bite this time around, but it will burn a little hot if pushed. I don’t taste any Perique, but my leather tongue could be missing it if it’s there. For me, what is really needed with this blend is some age as I think it will soften some of the rough edges. From a cost/benefit point of view, Superior Round is a very good value and based on that, it would be worth a few ounces for the cellar.
Age When Smoked:
new
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2016 | Medium | Medium | Medium | Pleasant |
I agree with earlier reviewers who suggest this is a member of the McBarren rollcake family.
I seem to be an outlier in thinking this is a genuine aromatic. The cavendished Burley centres give off a fair amount of sweetness, at least in my pipe. Not a clue what the flavouring is, but it is something fruity; plum perhaps.
Burns well, with a consistent sweetness and occasional pepper notes. I find the flavouring takes on a somewhat bitter nature as the bowl progresses. A decent tobacco but a little OTT for this pipester. Somewhere between 2 and 3 stars from me.
I seem to be an outlier in thinking this is a genuine aromatic. The cavendished Burley centres give off a fair amount of sweetness, at least in my pipe. Not a clue what the flavouring is, but it is something fruity; plum perhaps.
Burns well, with a consistent sweetness and occasional pepper notes. I find the flavouring takes on a somewhat bitter nature as the bowl progresses. A decent tobacco but a little OTT for this pipester. Somewhere between 2 and 3 stars from me.
Pipe Used:
Lepeltier
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Mar 01, 2016 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
Smooth smoke easy light and stays lit. Good flavor with occasional sweetness. Doesn't bite nor get too hot. Part of my everyday rotation. A very affordable bulk blend of Virginia and dark Kentucky.
Pipe Used:
Neerup Peterson cob
PurchasedFrom:
Smoking pipes.com
Age When Smoked:
New
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 09, 2015 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable to Strong |
I've tried a lot of English blends and vapors but this was my first experience with Kentucky. I like the blend a lot but feel it would be best smoked in the colder weather. Can get hot if smoked too fast, found it better to sip. Another winner for Newminster and at a great price. Packs and burns quite well down to a gray ash.
Pipe Used:
70's Meer
PurchasedFrom:
The good folks at Pipes & Cigars
Age When Smoked:
fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Oct 05, 2013 | Medium | Medium | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Newminster - No.403 Superior Round Slices;
Star Rating = 3.0;
Rating Scores - 10 is the Best and 0 is the Worst;
Pouch Note = 8;
Room Note = 8;
Flavor = 7;
Bite = 8;
Burn = 8;
After Taste = 8;
Raw Score = 47;
Rated Percentage = 78%;
Comment = This has a Strong Flavor, is Not Mild, and is Bitter from start to Finish
Star Rating = 3.0;
Rating Scores - 10 is the Best and 0 is the Worst;
Pouch Note = 8;
Room Note = 8;
Flavor = 7;
Bite = 8;
Burn = 8;
After Taste = 8;
Raw Score = 47;
Rated Percentage = 78%;
Comment = This has a Strong Flavor, is Not Mild, and is Bitter from start to Finish
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Oct 10, 2024 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Newminster
No. 403 Superior Round Slices
(bulk)
Blend notes: “Whole Virginia leaves used as the wrapper and filler are combined with a center of dark-fired Kentucky, and are then rolled into ropes and cut into coins. The coins are slightly aromatic and medium to full in strength.”
Ingredients: Kentucky, Virginia.
Newminster has quite a number of very competent blends at a very affordable price point. This VaKy is no exception.
The Virginias include mildly tart yet citrusy and ‘bright’ flavors that show grass, hay, and a natural honey-esque sweetness. The dark-fired Kentucky is floral, perhaps herbal? and brings a touch of spice. Easy to pack, stays lit without too much trouble.
No. 403 Superior Round Slices is not a super nuanced or complex blend, but it is very good indeed. The taste strength is mild plus — any KY will tend to ramp up flavor but the KY is used sparingly here. To be sure, I tend to prefer stronger tasting tobacco in almost every blend category, so what I think is mild plus might be a medium to you.
No. 403 is a delicious example of a VaKy that brings the Virginia as the driver and puts the KY into the passenger seat. It is tasty and consistent.
4 out of 4 stars.
No. 403 Superior Round Slices
(bulk)
Blend notes: “Whole Virginia leaves used as the wrapper and filler are combined with a center of dark-fired Kentucky, and are then rolled into ropes and cut into coins. The coins are slightly aromatic and medium to full in strength.”
Ingredients: Kentucky, Virginia.
Newminster has quite a number of very competent blends at a very affordable price point. This VaKy is no exception.
The Virginias include mildly tart yet citrusy and ‘bright’ flavors that show grass, hay, and a natural honey-esque sweetness. The dark-fired Kentucky is floral, perhaps herbal? and brings a touch of spice. Easy to pack, stays lit without too much trouble.
No. 403 Superior Round Slices is not a super nuanced or complex blend, but it is very good indeed. The taste strength is mild plus — any KY will tend to ramp up flavor but the KY is used sparingly here. To be sure, I tend to prefer stronger tasting tobacco in almost every blend category, so what I think is mild plus might be a medium to you.
No. 403 is a delicious example of a VaKy that brings the Virginia as the driver and puts the KY into the passenger seat. It is tasty and consistent.
4 out of 4 stars.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Mar 19, 2024 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant |
It's not bad, nicotine satisfaction, similar to Dark Twist, I prefer Dark Twist to this, no reason, just personal feelings, for me, this genre does not do better than Dark Twist.
Pipe Used:
Briar&Meerschaum&Corn&Clay
Age When Smoked:
new
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 11, 2024 | Medium | Mild | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
My first reaction was, this must be a MacBaren product. Came here to get the lowdown and laughed to see I was on the same wavelength as many of my cohorts. Get a strong resemblance to MB Scottish mixture.
Pipe Used:
Stanwell cutty 9mm
PurchasedFrom:
P & C
Age When Smoked:
Fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 30, 2023 | Medium to Strong | None Detected | Medium | Strong |
They should rename this blend the Smog of Mordor. Upon lighting and initial tamp I let it do its own thing. upon second light it grew a 1/2 black smoldering volcano out of the top of my pipe. Puffed It glowed with a orange almost molten glow outlined with black jagged menacing chars that would strike fear in the heart of the nobelest hobbit. I could definitely see Gothmog hanging out around the smelting pot chooching on a bowl of this while overseeing the making of some pot metal weapons in the heart of Mordor. When rubbing out it has a waxy kind of chunky feel I would attribute to the stems incorporated in the rolls. Flavor is earthy reminds me of walking through a wild green field. Could probably use a couple years in the cellar to mellow. But an interesting smoke non the less.
Pipe Used:
Peterson tankard
Age When Smoked:
Fresh
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Feb 22, 2023 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant |
Simple but good, almost entirely pleasant. I get less VA than DFK/burley, not noticing any barbecue to speak of, and though it's not front and center I think the VA does add something -- a sweet character without obvious fruit notes. More dark sugar of some sort, maybe. Quite spicy, an aspect I don't love. I'll happily finish my 1oz jar, but I'm not sure I'd reorder it; I'm betting there's something strictly better out there, and this isn't really blowing me away.
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