Hearth & Home Fusilier's Ration
(3.21)
Russ Ouellette's interpretation of the classic Bengal Slices contains Cyprian latakia, Oriental leaf, bright Virginias and a hint of unflavored black cavendish. Lightly scented and hot pressed.
Details
| Brand | Hearth & Home |
| Series | Marquee Series |
| Blended By | Russ Ouelette |
| Manufactured By | Sutliff Tobacco Company |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Black Cavendish, Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Other / Misc |
| Cut | Krumble Kake |
| Packaging | 1.76 ounce tin weight |
| Country | Unknown |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.21 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 51 - 52 of 52 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2023 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Tolerable |
Hearth & Home
Fusilier’s Ration
It’s always interesting when vendors try to recreate discontinued blends. Of course all blenders keep their blend ingredients percentages a trade secret. And many use casings or toppings to balance Ph without admitting they do so.
This is a rough, medium English with little to help it stand out from a crowded field. It has a gritty, sandy texture. More the burnt side of campfire with the residual smell after water has been sprayed on top.
The reality is that there are a LOT of extraordinary English/Balkan blends today (2024). I’d argue thst the current Bengal Slices is excellent as is Gaslight, Quiet Nights, Nightcap, Tashkent, Balkan Supreme and Balkan Sasieni and others. The Hearth & Home Magnum Opus is extraordinary in comparison.
If this blend is your Zen then that’s great. Fusilier’s Ration is competent but not inspired. It’s a good product though so I’ll give it 2.5 stars rounded up.
Fusilier’s Ration
It’s always interesting when vendors try to recreate discontinued blends. Of course all blenders keep their blend ingredients percentages a trade secret. And many use casings or toppings to balance Ph without admitting they do so.
This is a rough, medium English with little to help it stand out from a crowded field. It has a gritty, sandy texture. More the burnt side of campfire with the residual smell after water has been sprayed on top.
The reality is that there are a LOT of extraordinary English/Balkan blends today (2024). I’d argue thst the current Bengal Slices is excellent as is Gaslight, Quiet Nights, Nightcap, Tashkent, Balkan Supreme and Balkan Sasieni and others. The Hearth & Home Magnum Opus is extraordinary in comparison.
If this blend is your Zen then that’s great. Fusilier’s Ration is competent but not inspired. It’s a good product though so I’ll give it 2.5 stars rounded up.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| Jan 24, 2023 | Medium | Extremely Mild | Medium to Full | Pleasant |
A top blend to me. Similar in ways to SPC Mississippi River, but with a tamer bright Virginia presence and a bit more latakia and orientals. Rich, sweet, and multidimensional.
Pipe Used:
Chacom Montmartre Billiard
PurchasedFrom:
4Noggins
Age When Smoked:
New
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