Tobaccos Lane Limited - Captain Black Dark

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	halpuff (11)	2013-08-16		Mild	Strong	Mild	Very Pleasant

This new 4 star addition to the Captain Black line of aromatics is absolutely incredible in every way. I'd heard that Captain Black White is the world's biggest selling pipe tobacco.....but I think soon it will be replaced by the new Dark. As Vanilla aromatics go....this one is king. I gave up on aromatics years ago for Va/Per's and had only one aro on the shelf that I went to occasionally and that was Sutliff's Maple Street which has now been replaced by the CB Dark. After drying a little, CB Dark packs well, lights well, and burns well. If dried and packed properly it burns cool in the bowl and with a relight or two will burn to the bottom leaving a fine gray ash. This tobacco is smooooth, absolutely no bite, a wonderful "warm kitchen aroma" of baking in the winter time, a room note of creamy vanilla which actually has a taste in the mouth very similar to what the nose senses, and with no nasty chemical after taste with hints of a clean sweetness remaining in the mouth and on the lips. This is actually an aromatic that comes the closest to tasting like it smells. Plus I sense no Glycol at all. I've smoked practically every vanilla flavored tobacco there is and CB Dark in my opinion is the pinnacle of the Vanilla's. Absolutely SUPERB!!!!!

25 people found this review helpful.

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	82piper (8)	2014-11-26		Extremely Mild	Strong	Very Mild	Very Pleasant

Captain Black regular was the first tobacco I ever smoked. It didn't have much flavor, but It had a delicious tin aroma and others were hypnotized by the smoke aroma. I just wished that it tasted like it smelled. A little over 30 years later, I've gotten my wish!! CB Dark! This is IT! This is what Captain Black was always supposed to taste like and as an added bonus, unlike most aromatics I've smoked that were sweet for the first few puffs only, this one maintains its flavor to bottom bowl!

22 people found this review helpful.

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	MrPiper (31)	2014-02-28		Very Mild	Mild	Medium	Very Pleasant

Free Retail Pouch came in my "goodie box" from Pipes and Cigars on IPSD.

Have enjoyed Capn' Black White occasionally and it is a good tobacco. It's not an all time best seller for nothing. Remember this is made by Lane who brings the world the splendid mildness of 1Q.

This one is absolutely BLACK cavendish and very mild. It has a very gentle sweetness and as with all of their steam pressed tobaccos, you couldn't burn your tongue if you tried. Packed a bit on the light side it smokes richly and the flavor is somewhat fruity to my taste. It is missing the buttery or nutty taste associated with the burly in the regular Capn' White version.

For an OTC, this doesn't seem to be at all "PG" filled. No goop after smoking. No ghosting I can detect. A white ash and a full burn.

The flavor is present throughout and while I would call one of the flavors vanilla, it is very subdued. This ranks very high on the standard, everyday tobacco that you wife and friends will love to smell list. A delightful room note. The actual TOBACCO flavor is almost non existent except as an aftertaste. I mention this because many aromatics of high quality manage to create a tobacco that is mildly flavored. This one is a flavor that is mildly tobaccoed.

Highly recommended for smoking newbies because of NO tongue bite. Also for those who need to please those around them. A good occasional smoke and if it were the only tobacco on earth, I would be satisfied. This one is not likely to make my regular rotation as it just doesn't offer anything that interests me enough to look forward to seeing it again when it comes up on the list. I am most likely to buy and smoke this again on vacation when I run out of tobacco and this is available at the local market.

Most recently smoked in an aromatic loving Bjarne Viking bent billiard.

Pipe Used: Bjarne Viking Bent Billiard

Age When Smoked: New Retail Pouch

Purchased From: pipesandcigars.com

Similar Blends: Lane 1Q, Stokkebye Nougat.

16 people found this review helpful.

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	JimInks (3047)	2017-10-05		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

The sugary, toasty black cavendish is the tobacco component, and is fairly sublimated by the toppings. The vanilla topping is weak. I do notice light coffee and a touch of licorice in the background as well as a fruit note. I don’t notice any chemicals in the toppings. The strength is mild. The taste level is barely past mild. Hardly has any nicotine. Won’t bite or get harsh, but it lacks a little smoothness. Burns cool and clean at a reasonable pace with a very consistent flavor. Leaves little moisture in the bowl, and needs an average number of relights. Has an innocuous after taste. An all day smoke.

-JimInks

13 people found this review helpful.

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	Sunday (27)	2013-09-12		Mild to Medium	Mild	Mild	Pleasant

I was surprised at how mild and enjoyable this Cavendish turned out to be. This is one of the best OTCs I have tried yet. I would recommend this to anyone new to smoking a pipe as I am, it is tasty, stays lit, smokes great right to the finish.

13 people found this review helpful.

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	Taylor3006 (47)	2013-06-07		Medium	Mild to Medium	Mild	Pleasant to Tolerable

A very inoffensive smoke. Not a big fan of Captain Black for the most part, enjoy the Royal blended with the Cherry on occasion but not an everyday thing. Am a big fan of the black cavendish tobaccos and this is very good. Nice amount of sweetness, burns well, and no tounge bite. Great smoke for a newbie smoker or an aromatic lover. If they start selling in bulk, will be in my regular rotation. Definately worth a try. IMHO the best of all the Captain Black offerings.

13 people found this review helpful.

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	Bassrep (25)	2015-01-18		Mild	Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

OK, I'm a noob. I've been smoking cigars on and off for 30-35 years. I dabbled with the pipe 40 years ago and never got it burning to my liking. Recently I decided to try it again. I still dig cigars (and have too too many-CAS Cigar Acquisition Syndrome) and I've become equally obsessive with the pipe. I've tried "boutique" brands of all kinds from all of the "Top Rated" and esoteric tobacconists. I have smoked some really excellent tobaccos (keep in mind I dig Mild-Medium, in cigars too and I much prefer Aros-I really don't care for Latakia). I haven't tried any "mass market" tobaccos but I have olfactory memories of my dad's stash in the day Prince Albert, Middleton I remember most. OK Shut UP already. My point: This is probably the most reasonably priced, widely available tobacco I've tried and one of the MOST enjoyable! I guess snob doesn't work with pipe tobacco.

Pipe Used: Brog w/9mm filter

Age When Smoked: Me or the tobacco? HA! Fresh in bulk

Purchased From: Pipes and Tobaccos

Similar Blends: Peter Stokkebye Dansk Black #47.

12 people found this review helpful.

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	brashboy (84)	2014-12-16		Mild	Extremely Mild	Medium	Very Pleasant

NOTE: I already posted this review under STG-Captain Black. This is good. This is really good. This baccy is so rich and the smoke so thick, it is a delight to smoke. The tin note is great, with a hint of vanilla, and the aroma is fabulous (though I really don't get the vanilla in the aroma).

This ain't an OTC, though. First, I never see it in a Walgreen or such though I get around a lot, and second, it is an exceptional black cav -- fully up there with PS #7 Dansk Black and Lane's BCA. That is, even if you find this in a Target or whatever, don't be deceived; this is damn good stuff. Note that Lane makes CB Dark, so the similarity to BCA is striking, but somehow not quite identical. But close, friends, close; and some may feel that it is identical. I can smoke this anytime, anywhere. For after dinner, though, something heartier with a stronger tobacco taste might be called for. While I don't really get tired of CBD, I do hanker for stronger tobacco taste after a while. Though an aromatic, any toppings are refined, not too forward.

A 1-year tin or jar nap would do wonders for this blend.

I would rate this about a 3.5-3.7. I get a good tobacco taste, though much more tobacco flavor would be appreciated. In fact, more tobacco flavor would make it a solid 4 for this country boy. As you can probably tell, I do like black cav. And I get no tongue bite from it, but see the tip below.

TIP: dry out your CBD for at least a 1/2 hour before packing, which will cut down on dottle and PG.

Pipe Used: Preben Holm

Age When Smoked: New

Similar Blends: Lane - BCA, Peter Stokkebye - #47 Dansk Black.

12 people found this review helpful.

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	Hunter (54)	2013-12-05		Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

Very black. Very Cavendish. Overall a mild smoke with a very pleasant room note. Nothing overpowering about this blend. The pouch aroma is just as good as any tobacconists' black Cavendish blends. Some vanilla detected, and probably not as much as I would like in my "ideal" VBC blend, but nice nonetheless. No chemical smell at the pouch or at the match. Friendly to smoke in the car and to others in the room. I've been smoking some form of CB off and on since I started pipe smoking over 30 years ago, and this one is by far the best CB has ever offered. Especially at the CB price point, I will definitely be keeping this one in my rotation.

Pipe Used: briar, meerschaum

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: pipesandcigars.com

Similar Blends: McClelland - Bulk Vanilla Black Cavendish.

11 people found this review helpful.

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	Giovanni Palomino (21)	2015-09-23		Medium	Mild to Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

Without doubt my favorite of Captain Black that I've tested and my favorite of the aromatics that I smoked until today, its strength is half what makes it a stimulating smoke, pouch aroma is a very interesting prune its flavor is very delicate and you can taste and feel to what smells; which is not very normal in tobacco, which enjoys the scents is not the person who is smoking, but the ones to its around but in this case the smoker enjoys it and his entourage is simply spectacular it would buy it and it would continue buying in fact this is the only one I'm going to buy back knowing that I am in an exploration of mixtures this crept into my favorites. I have now discovered my style of pipe smoker I like the aromatic 100% Black Cavendish that don't burn your mouth and so have been able to perceive in my short experience is that Black Cavendish tobacco helps a lot in the smoke fresacas my second rating for this product is 5.0 points definitely excellent.

Pipe Used: Patriot Corn Cob Pipe

9 people found this review helpful.

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	Young Piper (304)	2015-04-30		Extremely Mild	Medium to Strong	Very Mild	Very Pleasant

Puchased a pouch from my local B&M today along with another tin of Virginia Woods. The thing I love about my B&M is that every tin I purchase there is from the early 2000's so seeing fresh pouches of Captain Black sitting on the counter today was an eye opener. While I want my Virginias to be well aged, I want my aromatics to be fresh as can be so since he just got these in the last couple of weeks I was delighted to be able to smoke fresh CBD... Aroma is marshmellow and deep vanilla, taste is maple syrup and butter cream. No bite whatsoever, I mean you can light your pipe on fire with a welder and CBD will not bite but it will also not give you any nicotine satisfaction at all, because of this I will only smoke CBD mixed 50/50 with 5 Brothers or Nightcap or a Gawith rope. Absolutely delightful Black Cavendish and better than the white and on par with Royal, this needs to be available in a large tin. I paid $11 which is absurd for a pouch but I wanted it NOW so I paid the instant gratification price instead of waiting for a delivery... As another reviewer pointed out dump this after half a bowl (or so) otherwise the last half loses its topping and turns a little nasty, better to chuck it and repack..

Purchased From: Tobacco Leaf, Henderson NV

Similar Blends: Lane Limited - BCA, McClelland - Vanilla Black Cavendish, Sutliff Tobacco Company - Black Vanilla.

8 people found this review helpful.

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	Smoke_Ring (158)	2013-06-29		Extremely Mild	Extremely Mild	Very Mild	Very Pleasant

Captain Black - Dark (1.5 oz pouch)

Star Rating = 4.00

Rating Scores - 10 is the Best and 0 is the Worst

Pouch Note = 10

Room Note = 10

Flavor = 10

Bite = 9

Burn = 9

After Taste = 9

Raw Score = 57

Rated Percentage = 95%

Comment = Very Smooth, Very Mild, Mellow, No Bite, delightful Black Cavendish Flavor, this is a delightful smoke

8 people found this review helpful.

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	glenn2586 (14)	2015-01-07		Medium	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

This tobacco is awesome. Very full of flavor. Alot more flavor then Lane Limited BCA. Very enjoyable tobacco. Very highly recomended. Top notch all the way.

Pipe Used: All different kinds.

Age When Smoked: 2 Months

Purchased From: cigars international

7 people found this review helpful.

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	Pipe4ever (204)	2013-12-31		Extremely Mild	Medium	Mild	Very Pleasant

This a typical Captain Black remastered and blended without the artificial flavor and with very nice vanilla/caramel aroma, the one thing missing in this blend is the body and the nutty/buttery taste that I like in the CB White, this blend is very similar to Lan BCA,

Similar Blends: Lane Limited - BCA.

7 people found this review helpful.

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	samwell711r (9)	2013-12-02		Mild	Mild to Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

For a very long time, I have purchased pipe tobacco either by going online and placing an order or by calling a particular vendor direct and ordering. Long ago simply because of the great variety available I more or less ceased purchasing the OTC tobaccos available. In my youth of course when there was no internet Captain Black White, Borkum Riff and MacBarrens Golden Extra were my staples. Nowadays OTC blends are always qualified by reviewers as being decent smokes "good for their value" In other words it is their relative inexpensiveness that makes them acceptable; the smoking qualities being secondary. Out of curiosity I picked up a pouch of Captain Black Dark to see if it was any good compared to what I usually smoke. I must confess, it was far better than I expected. Mildly sweet, no vanilla or identifiable flavor. Perfect for me in that I have a one hour ten minute comute to work giving me a chance to get a good smoke in. There is a nutty pleasant flavor which I attribute to the Green River Burly. All in all it made the grade to be in my regular rotation. Nothing cheap or second rate about this offering at all. A good delightful smooth smoke. One nice thing. I have smoked about three pouches in several pipes, and in all cases CBD smoked dry and down to ash. Very un aromatic like. Minimal mosture in the pipe stem, but the bowls were all bone dry. As an experiment I re introduced myself to CBW and CBG. Sorry to say I did not enjoy them as much as I used to. But Captain Black Dark is worth a try if you haven't already. Good quality, good stuff.

Pipe Used: Boswell nose warmer/EJHeberling

Age When Smoked: 59

Purchased From: Rebel Smoke Fitchburg

7 people found this review helpful.

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	doc'spipe (242)	2013-06-12		Mild	Mild to Medium	Medium	Pleasant

I just received my sleeve of 6 from pipesandcigars.com and immediately opened a pouch for smoking. The pouch aroma was not that different from many of the black cavendish tobaccos out there. It smelled very similar to the Super Value BC I have on my shelf. The tobacco was jet black, moist, and with what I would describe a riff cut. Loading into a paneled Wessex rusticated billiard, Dark lit very easily and stayed lit, requiring relights only when I needed to put the pipe down to tend to other business. The taste is typical BC and I first thought that it was so similar to Lane's BCA and the Super Value BC, that I said, "What's all the hype?" Well, with slow smoking there is a definite hint of caramel or something similar that I find very appealing along with the typical BC taste. I wouldn't even say the vanilla (if there at all) is prominent. Yes, there is that typical BC sweetness, but Dark is a different animal. It never smoked hot no matter how fast I puffed, nor did it smoke wet. It left no wet, goopy dottle in the bottom of the bowl either. To say the least, I was impressed. I think this is the best BC I have ever smoked (having started with Tinderbox's Capt Spice). Oh yes, there was no chemical taste to this one either. If there was, it was masked by the sweetness of the tobacco. This sweetness is not cloying - at least not for me. I wouldn't say this will be an everyday smoke for me - although it certainly could be. I'm also going to add some of this to some other blends I smoke that lack sweetness and see what happens. All in all a 3 star smoke that I can recommend. Maybe since Orlik is now producing this for Lane Ltd., this explains the lack of chemical taste. If this is the case, I'm going to get some CB White for revisiting. CB White's chemical taste was a major turn off for me.

UPDATE 6-16-13: I've been smoking a lot of this since my purchase and am really finding it quite good. What I first perceived as caramel I think is not quite right. The mouth taste/ after taste is very buttery and almost honey like in some way, but not really honey. Almost like the caramelized crust of a strudel without the fruit taste and without actual caramel. I've never quite remembered having tasted anything like that in a pipe tobacco. Really, very good.

UPDATE 1-18-17: Very similar in taste to RLP-6, but sweeter.

Similar Blends: RLP-6.

7 people found this review helpful.

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	StevieB (2081)	2016-07-07		Extremely Mild	Strong	Very Mild	Pleasant

Captain Black - Captain Black Dark.

I've wanted to try one of the Captain Black's for absolutely ages, ever since I first saw one being reviewed on YouTube. When I finally came across them, along with Sir Walter Raleigh, available to be delivered to the U.K., I jumped at the chance! I normally smoke VaPer and English blends during the day, but enjoy a sweet aromatic after my tea, in the evening. This fits that slot perfectly. If you don't want a strongly flavoured aro', then walk away.

I opened the pouch to find one of the blackest blends I've ever seen. I could tell it's heavily flavoured because, 1: it stinks of vanilla and sugar, and 2: it's wet. But that's all forgiven after an airing and I'm piping it, I enjoy the smoke very much. Although the list of ingredients on here is almost endless, the only extra tastes I can identify are the vanilla, chocolate, and sugar; the vanilla's stronger for the initial part of the smoke, and then it gives way to the chocolate. The flavour of the tobacco isn't much of a surprise, it's a simple Black Cavendish taste; but due to the weight of the topping, the vanilla sweetness gets a little lost/confused with the vanilla from the added flavour. Even though this is cased strongly, it doesn't bite me, and the temperature's about the coolest ever!

If you pipe for nicotine smoking a bowl of this would be totally pointless: it's got none in it! And finally, the room-note's very false: it would probably suit some non-smokers with its sweetness!

I can see how some folks may feel incensed at a bowl of this, it is after all, a strongly flavoured, simple tasting aromatic! But I think even though it's quite basic, it's been executed well, very well.

A straight-up four star aromatic. High praise from an English/VaPer fan!

Highly recommended.

Pipe Used: Peterson #03

Age When Smoked: New

Purchased From: Smoking Pipes.com

4 people found this review helpful.

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	PeterD (91)	2013-07-19		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild	Pleasant

...It has been more than thirty years since I bought any Lane's Captain Black tobaccos. Far too sweet, goopy, and too much PPG.

While some of three things reside in this new offering, it does not seem to be so over the top. I have smoked a few ounces of this and it is quite akin to HOW's Argosy Black which I smoked back in the late 60's - early 70's.

My preference is for strong unflavored plug/flake/shag tobaccos, but I do enjoy trying new and different tobaccos when I'm open to experimenting. I'll smoke a few more ounces over the next few weeks and revisit my review to update.

The aroma is very appealing and I tend to smoke this in a group 4-5 size pipe. Worth a try for those who like this type of tobacco or who like me, want to experiment.

...a pipe is to be savored...

UPDATE: After 4 oz. the similarity between Argosy and this tobacco has lessened...some fleeting taste and aroma between the two, otherwise, this tobacco has a taste all its own...

4 people found this review helpful.

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	Diver Doc (3)	2019-04-06		Very Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

I packed a brand new Dr. Grabow with some freshly opened Captain Black Royal the day I graduated from bootcamp in 1982. I lit and puffed and lit and puffed, wanting to enjoy it, but failing miserably. With no internet to guide me, and no knowledgeable tobacconists around (the guys at the mall Tinderbox just mall employees, not pipe smokers) my masochistic piping didn’t last long. Fast forward to 1998 when I bought a Peterson System rustic 303, and introduced to really good baccy. The blogs I read more or less implied that grownups didn’t smoke aeros. If you weren’t puffing a Va/Per, English blends, or some exotic Oriental, you were some rube stuck in the world of drugstore pipes and PG saturated garbage. Over the years, I certainly came to appreciate the great variety of blends available, but still missed the aroma (if not the tongue bite) of Captain Black. It took me even longer to realize that there is no shame in enjoying an aero. Now that I’m a bit more seasoned, I can enjoy an aero without burning my tongue. Captain Black Dark takes me right back to the great vanilla aroma, without any bite, easy to keep lit, and actually tasting like real tobacco. Not my everyday smoke, but it makes a great dessert smoke, and is much more forgiving than the stuff that scorched my tongue in my 20’s.

Pipe Used: Cobs, Petes

Purchased From: Cup O’ Joes

3 people found this review helpful.

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	natibo (169)	2015-10-27		Extremely Mild	Strong	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

I'll second what Zombie said. I love Captain Black White, so i thought I would give this a try. It smells great out of the tin and in the room while smoking, but it's just way way too mild for me.

3 people found this review helpful.

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	Joaquim Pancho (7)	2015-09-09		Mild	Mild to Medium	Very Mild	Very Pleasant

In the bag smell great, like liquor and vanilla, very sweet smell. It comes with a little moist, but this is no problem for me. In the pipe the taste is very mild, pleasant but a little to mild, it burns well and cool, with no bite. For me it worth, at least three stars.

Mr. H.Gilman I have the same problem here in Portugal with the taxes and customs. I have to order small amounts of tobacco, like 100gr per order to see if it pass the customs control withou paying the taxe. All my tobacco I order from 4Noggins and Cup´Ojoes.

Pipe Used: Mario Grandi

Age When Smoked: fresh

Purchased From: 4Noggins

3 people found this review helpful.

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	Sentul (12)	2015-01-31		Very Mild	Medium to Strong	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

Nothing much to say about this tobacco apart from it smells absolutely lovely in the pack but isn't worth the match to light it.

Terrible stuff in my opinion and best used in a pot pouri bowl than a pipe bowl.

3 people found this review helpful.

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	Emeritus Account (30171)	2013-06-04		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild	Pleasant

When I heard Captain Black had a new flavor out I was quick to hop aboard the legendary schooner and give Dark a whirl. I've tried quite a few of the other CB line and I find the original (white) to be quite pleasant on occasion especially when I'm in the mood for something to appease my sweet tooth. I wasn't really sure what to expect from this new blend as the label describes it as "100% pure black Cavendish" and there were no reviews or opinions about it on the web or in the forums. I'm happy to be the first piper to share my thoughts on this interesting leaf.

For the first time in the CB lineup, the package truly is black true to its namesake. Upon opening the pouch the tobacco is finely cut in ribbons and broken flake. Color is black as midnight, reminiscent of Ramsgate, and smells of raisins and vanilla. The tobacco looks a bit wet and could probably stand some drying. Not sure if it's the casing or just part of the steaming process that makes it this way.

It takes a match easy enough, surprisingly given its moisture level, and burns nice and cool. The taste is a little more subtle than White and not as overtly sweet. I detect a slight licorice taste along with the vanilla. Also, some nutty overtones peaking in and out. Definitely a sweet tobacco and clearly so as aromatics go. Room note is pleasant, quite similar to White and 1Q with that musty vanilla smell.

Overall, a better drugstore blend than most others out there. I didn't experience any bite and I was puffing away pretty steadily. However, there was a bit of wet dottle at the bottom of the bowl, again probably due to the moisture content. A nice middle of the road aromatic that surely won't offend unless you don't dabble in that sort of thing. Honestly, I find a certain charm in the drugstore/OTC blends and the Captain doesn't disappoint with its newest entry. Besides, this hobby encourages trying new blends and experimentation. And at under $5, you could certainly do a lot worse. Happy piping!

3 people found this review helpful.

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	Glorfindel (86)	2019-09-26		Very Mild	Medium to Strong	Very Mild	Very Pleasant

OK gonna give this 4 stars!! Since McClelland is gone now and the price gouging for the leftovers has begun, I felt compelled to post this review as quickly as I could upon trying Captain Black Dark. Simply put, it is almost identical to McClelland VBC. Fans of the VBC can now get their favorite vanilla cavendish fix with this blend and shed no more tears for our tragic loss of McClelland, at least for this flavoring. For more details see my review of McClelland Vanilla Black Cavendish.

Captain Black Dark at this time is the best pure dark vanilla cavendish on the market, and the price seals the deal. You can pay much more and get a lot less. The only other vanilla blend I smoke that can hold a candle to this one is MacBaren Vanilla Cream. No Bite, mild cavendish tobacco taste, great vanilla flavor and outstanding room note. A pleasure to smoke and a crowd pleaser to passers-by and at parties. No one will be offended and even the most rabid anti-tobacco howlers will reluctantly admit they love the smell of this one. Cheers All, Good Draw to You!! Glorfindel

Pipe Used: Any

Age When Smoked: New Pouch

Purchased From: PipesandCigars.com

Similar Blends: McClelland Vanilla Black Cavendish.

2 people found this review helpful.

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	HabaneroHardy (403)	2017-07-03		Mild	Mild	Mild	Unnoticeable

Not a bad black Cavendish. Probably not the best choice of words but I find it smokes drier as in a wine compared to Lane Limited's Black Cavendish Aromatic (BCA) which is sweet and are made by the same company. Most likely because this one does not seem to have as much vanilla flavor as BCA. I like it but since I have a ton of BCA will probably not try it for awhile. No room note rating because I smoke outside alone.

Pipe Used: Meerschaum

Age When Smoked: recent

Purchased From: pipesandcigars.com

Similar Blends: BCA, any other black cavendish..

2 people found this review helpful.

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	H Gillman (39)	2015-06-03		Mild	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

I just had to try this after the other reviews. This is not available in Canada as far as I know so I ordered some from Smoking Pipes.

My tobacco preferences are English flakes. Perique and Latakia are on the top of my favorites. When I want a no brainer smoke I go to an aromatic just for a change of pace.

I like the "bag note" for its deliciousness. It's not overpowering and certainly not off-putting. There is no tongue bite at all with this one. The smoke is thick, sweet and the room note is a new favorite for my number one aromatic fan, my bride. She loves the aroma of this one.

Tobacco here in Canada is $35 per pouch thanks to our anti smoking taxes. Smoking Pipes had this on sale for $5 a pouch. Even with exchange it was still obscenely cheaper.

Well worth a try.

Pipe Used: several

Age When Smoked: new

Purchased From: Smoking Pipes

2 people found this review helpful.

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	Gentleman Zombie (729)	2015-03-12		Mild	Extremely Mild	Very Mild	Pleasant

With nothing but 4 star ratings how could I pass this one up? Well, I wish I had because I'm gonna have to break that streak. The flavor is nice, but too mild for me to enjoy. Might be the fault of my 60 year old, jaded taste buds, might not be. All I know is I can barely taste it. What I can taste is pleasant and I'm sure if you enjoy mildness more than I you'll like this blend. Not for me though.

Mild in body. Very mild in flavor. Burns well. Burns cool. No bite. No harshness.

Pipe Used: MM Country Gentleman, MM Mark Twain

Age When Smoked: fresh

Purchased From: pipesandcigars.com

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	Big Nick (74)	2015-02-13		Mild	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

I've had this pouch for over a year just sitting around collecting dust, and I finally got an inkling to give it a try. And as the story goes, boy am I glad that I did! I guess I hesitated giving this a try due to my uneventful experience with the original Captain Black White. The White has a fantastic pouch and room note, but falls flat when it come to any actual flavor. That's where the Dark really excels, flavor! It has all the aromatic qualities that Captain Black is famous for, and the flavor to make it real. It is sweet and confectionery in taste as in aroma, but quite short of cloying. It also has a substantial "mouth feel" that is very pleasant, which its older brother very much lacks.

Don't let the whole "pouch", "over the counter" thing fool you on this one. As far as aromatics go, IMHO, this one is a must try!

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	MrPiper (31)	2015-01-31		Mild	Medium to Strong	Very Full	Very Pleasant

A VERY black steamed Cavendish with a lot of surprises. The first is that despite the appearance of being too moist in the pouch, it smokes remarkably dry and without moisture building in the bowl. Next, the taste is sweet but in a rich and delicious way. Not overpowering at all. CBD also didn't bite when smoked in any pipe and at any pace. Just pleasant over all. Also, a pleasant after taste. Finally, I have never smoked a pure black aromatic that smoked with such character. This line is not a world's best seller for no reason. The folks at Captain Black have done their homework and created yet another well made aromatic that would be a great beginner smoke for its forgiveness and a regular go to smoke for any long time smoker because of its excellent flavor and quality leaf.

For those who love latakia and perique and don't particularly care for aromatics but picked up a sample or a free pouch to try, don't bother to write a review. We know you will not care for CBD. This is an aromatic connoisseur's treat.

My experience is that CBD consistently burns to the bottom of the bowl with minimal re-lighting, produces dense smoke and tastes and smells very nice.

My only downside to this tobacco, and it is true with many such aromatics, is that after about half the bowl is gone, ALL of the flavor is gone. I tend to smoke the bowl about half way down and then dump the remainder. The last half tastes more like cigarette smoke than a rich pipe tobacco. Still, this is a blend that I really enjoyed and would recommend to anyone who enjoys aromatics and values a remarkably good room note.

Pipe Used: Nording

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: Pipes & Cigars . Com

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	ruffinogold (112)	2014-11-10		Mild	Mild	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

This is basically the same tobacco as Smokers Pride Black Cavendish , which is excellent , though the flavoring s slightly different . If it isn't the same , it's damn close . I'm a big fan of SP BC and I just recently tried the CB Dark . I cracked up when I lit it up ! I thought .. they put SP BC in a pouch and charge double + . It's a good move by Lane . Many more people will smoke it as a Captain Black Blend and others may get turned onto the fact that an all Black Cavendish [ that's done well ] is the coolest bite free smoke in the world ! All I can say is that it's about time .. it's a wonderful Black Cavendish . Many of the all Black Cavendish blends are damn good or better . This Blend isn't better than any other Mildly flavored BC . I'm glad it's getting damn good reviews because now people may try other BC blends , but wouldn't have in the past from all the poo pooing that the Latakia snobs do during BC write ups at review sites like TR . If youre just getting into a BC , after you get them down , try Sutliff Dark Decadence ... it's a mind blower .

Pipe Used: multiple sized briars and an MM Washington

Age When Smoked: fresh pouch

Purchased From: OTC

Similar Blends: It's very similar to many mildly flavored Black Cavendishes and almost identical to SP BC.

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	albfneto (184)	2014-11-07		Very Mild	Mild to Medium	Full	Very Pleasant

I know this tobacco only now. It is an excellent pure Black Cavendish. Notes of Cocoa, Coffee. Sweat, Mild and slow burning. 3.5 Stars for thei high quality, therefore, i prefer the Captain Black Royal, one of my favorite tobaccos. Attention: This was recently branded by Lane, but now is produced by the Scandinavian Group. This Blend is the same that is described in these links:

http://www.tobaccoreviews.com/blend/5506/lane-limited-captain-black-dark http://www.tobaccoreviews.com/blend/9356/captain-black-dark

Pipe Used: A Parker Large Billiard

Age When Smoked: recently purchased

Purchased From: Tabacaria Nacional, Brazil: http://www.tabacarianacional.com.br/

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	old biker (4)	2014-08-19		Mild to Medium	Mild	Very Mild	Pleasant

I guess I want my tobacco to taste like tobacco, not saturated with coatings & chemicals. Very pleasant room note-very mild. For me - a nasty after taste with a little tongue bite. I guess I'll keep plenty of ole reliable PA around.

2 people found this review helpful.

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	rattdogg99 (53)	2023-03-17		Mild	Medium	Medium	Pleasant

I was shocked! Bought a pouch of Dark on a whim simply because I like to try drug store blends occasionally and got one Hell of a good smoke. This is one of the best aromatics I've ever had. The toppings are a hodgepodge of flavors but they amazingly come together to create a delicious smoke. No bite, just a smooth, gentle, soft experience. Not overly sweet but right on head for my personal taste. I won't try to describe the flavor as I think every smoker going to find it a bit different. Highly recommended.

Pipe Used: Cobs

Age When Smoked: Fresh

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	Gr8tefuldawg (87)	2022-07-16		Very Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild	Very Pleasant

This is by far my favorite Captain Black to smoke thus far, I have tried royal and white and found this one most appealing. The sweetness of the tobacco was slight, with a wonderful marshmallow and vanilla taste that was mild and enjoyable. This was a great smoke while attempting to lure some trout out of the streams in Pennsylvania.

Smoked great out of the bag and right into a Missouri Meerschaum second. I packed it a little looser and let it really take its time in heating up.

My father in law commented when I lit the pipe he could smell it downstream and was looked forward to each time the wind carried it down to him.

Pipe Used: MM second

Purchased From: tobaccopipes.com

1 person found this review helpful.

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	GeoffS (29)	2022-06-12		Medium	Mild	Mild to Medium	Tolerable

The flakes are dark and coarse out of the bag, making it look strong and intimidating. But the pouch note is just as sweet as any typical Captain blend. Packing your pipe it feels oddly and unnaturally spongy, unlike any other tobacco I've tried. And the smoking experience? Well, make sure you dry it out for a while. The taste is very subdued (a good thing!) Topping is not overpowering but at the end of the day I'm kinda just getting the taste of a sweet smoke out of the bowl, maybe a toasted marshmallow kind of flavor. Not offensive but not interesting either. Kinda seems to be a deeper, less sweet version of CB Original, and I said I'd smoke that in a pinch, same goes for the Dark. In fact, I'll take the Dark over the original any time.

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	JimPM (155)	2022-03-26		Mild	Medium	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

An oldie but goody as they say, the dearly beloved or harshly slandered, Lane Limited blend of Captain Black Dark throws an anchor into the pipe and what a rocking impact it makes! This midnight hued granola of roughly coarse-cut Cavendish (not ribbon IMO) packs a smorgasbord of gusto that will keep you guessing as to what old Ahab has up his twisted sleeve. The tobacco-laden frigate sways within a sea seeped of assorted flavorings, so hang on to the sideboard as CB Dark expulses you into an ocean of moving turbulence.

With a tart and darkly sugared pouch note, undulating sprays of deep heady coffee, rich molasses, cocoa, caramel-vanilla, dark fruitiness, splendid licorice, and suggestive maple sends waves of flavor crashing and bounding spiritly over a submissive earthly Cavendish zest. An immersed texture rolls boldly forward in a buttery, thick and densely darkened sweetness, as the ambience of its complexity makes an impressive aromatic statement overall.

Riding upon this course, one delights along in a highly seasoned charter of delightful taste as CB Dark bow casts a pleasurable swell for an extended sailing. This blend has lots of flavorful character bottom-line if that is unclear at this point, ha ha. And yes, it is Captain Black for those who might be put off by just that thought alone.

With quality mechanical attributes, CB Dark burns cool, slowly, and even thereby invoking a satisfying journey. Given that this is a 100% Cavendish blend, the volume of smoky pillows produced are decidedly thick and graciously stoked in constitution. As it expires, the mixture imparts a lovely dark sugared and sweetly zest that hangs upon the air in a comforting manner. An “ahoy” in my book any day. I’m quite happy I signed onboard once again. I do suggest you given the Captain quarters and join me among the crew of improbable converts. 3.0 pipes.

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	Dr. Dunhill 23 (39)	2019-08-17		Medium to Strong	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

GREAT room note but I just wished it would taste as well. Another vanilla offering from the good Capt. The tin smell is not natural and the tobacco is very sticky. First-round I did not let it air out and received a healthy tongue bite. Lesson learned but it's still not my favorite. I will enjoy what I have but will move on to other brands as I am still exploring this wonderful world.

Pipe Used: Peterson Amber System Deluxe

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: Pipes and cigars.com

1 person found this review helpful.

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	mikey d. (2)	2019-06-05		Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Full	Pleasant to Tolerable

This is far and away the best pipe tobacco I have ever tasted. I cannot find anything negative to report on, not that I wish to. This, in my opinion, is simply superb, it smells good in the container, it produces a thick, fragrant smoke that is especially delightful for those, like myself, who like to play with blowing smoke rings. Unlike most I've tried, this burns equally well in all my pipes and that's unusual. The taste is good, neither too weak nor too strong its a complex yet smooth flavour that rewards mouth rolling, retro inhaling from mouth to nose and is equally pleasant to either. It entices you to play with it, its the best way I can describe it ...and yet...its especially rewarding for a long, slow, reflective smoke just sipping it enough to stay alight. I think I may not bother trying any more tobaccos and as the final seal of approval I just bought 1lb of it and will make sure to get more before it all gone.

Pipe Used: corncob, briar bents, churchwarden

Age When Smoked: new

Purchased From: pipe and cigars

1 person found this review helpful.

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	mel64us (46)	2019-03-29		Mild	Extremely Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

Captain Black,IMHO, is the best of a good line of blends. It does need a bit of drying time, but once dried a little, it loads and lights easily. The toppings are there but do not sublimate the tobaccos. Burns to a gray, fluffy ash with little moisture in the bowl. This could easily replace CB White as their best seller. A very good beginner blend. Also, a good blend as a relief from heavier aromatics and a nice change of pace from English blends.

Pipe Used: MM cob, Dr. Grabow

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: P&C

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Wesleyan (2)	2017-12-14		Mild	Mild to Medium	Medium	Pleasant

This is a mild, good tasting, straightforward Cavendish. Burns cool and very satisfying. Simple and clean-tasting, nothing artificial tasting.

This could be an everyday cavendish or a nice break for those regularly smoking more complex tobaccos.

Sometimes less is more.

Pipe Used: Churchwarden

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: Denville tobacco

1 person found this review helpful.

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	guitar2mw (92)	2017-10-18		Mild to Medium	Medium	Medium	Very Pleasant

At first, I wrote this one off as another copy of Lane BCA, or perhaps even a pouched version of it with a Captain Black label on it. I bought it purely out of curiosity since I have been a fan of some of the other Captain blends (white, predominately). I opened the pouch to a very dark cavendish tobacco, which was to be expected. I also noticed the sugary sweet aroma of vanilla, which I also expected. What I DIDN'T expect was the hint of spiciness that it had as well - almost cinnamon like, or perhaps nutmeg. Anyway, I dried it properly and put it in a cob to try it out. This is where I was blown away: This seemingly run-of-the-mill aromatic was bursting with flavor. It was sweet, but not too sweet. The spices came through as well as the full flavor of the tobacco. It even burned cool. I've since tried it in many different pipes and went through 2 more bags. It's a great smoke any time of day, and it is by far the best Captain Black blend on the market currently. Please allow yourself to enjoy this awesome addition to the lineup - even if it isn't your everyday smoke.

Pipe Used: Various briars, cobs, and a meer

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: JR Cigars

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Bbrown626 (150)	2017-07-16		Mild	Very Mild	Very Mild	Pleasant

Not a bad tobacco, but not spectacular. A run-of-the-mill black Cavendish. No bite, burns slowly. If you are in an pinch and nothing better is available, this would be ok.

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	DC MacBean (32)	2017-05-04		Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

Not exactly BCA in a pouch but very close. I think the Captain Black Dark has a bit more humectant than does BCA. The flavor is singular and rich. The room note is excellent. Benefits from a little drying time.

Pipe Used: Custom Missouri Meerschaum Devil Anse Zulu

Purchased From: Pipes&Cigars

Similar Blends: Lane Limited BCA.

1 person found this review helpful.

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	tpatriarche (43)	2017-01-06		Very Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild	Very Pleasant

Not (yet) readily available in Canada, but I saw it online & couldn't resist, as I love Black Cavendish.

In the bag smells mostly of vanilla and liquour(?). An excellent tobacco overall, burns evenly (may require a little drying), minimal tongue bite, good taste & aroma. Too mild (in nicotine) for me, but it blends surprisingly well with Perique.

By comparison with CB original (White), all black cavendish, lighter on tongue, milder both in nic. & flavouring but still the characteristic & pleasant CB room aroma less overwhelming than CB Orig.

Pipe Used: Carey Magic Inch

Age When Smoked: fresh bulk

Purchased From: 4noggins

Similar Blends: Lane Limited - Captain Black Regular (white).

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	Tantric (321)	2017-01-03		Mild	Medium to Strong	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

In my opinion this is the base tobacco for the original-white pouch version. It’s all black Cavendish, heavily steamed, with that very strong vanilla flavour typical of Captain Black. It is very smooth, easy to light, and very pleasant to smell. But that’s about it. Honestly, no thrill (even for an aromatic), no “zest”, no interplay with bright leaf.

Not a bad choice if you like a simple, rather monochromatic, straight forward vanilla tasting Cavendish. It won’t bite at all, and for a beginner, or for a veteran who has smoked it all and just wishes to settle down for a quiet afternoon with a simple smoke, this will do.

Pipe Used: N/A

Age When Smoked: N/A

Purchased From: A gift.

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	SmoothGentleman (5)	2016-10-21		Extremely Mild	Medium to Strong	Extremely Mild (Flat)	Very Pleasant

I'm relatively new to pipe smoking, and I still don't understand how so many people can like this tobacco. First of all, when you open the bag, you get somewhat of a good smell, but it is immediatly followed by a short of chemicaly, almost alcohol-like type of smell. In my case, the tobacco was pretty much at the perfect humidity level, however, even if it was respecting the rule of "sticks together when you pinch it but falls apart when you let it go", it still felt kind of weirdly moist in my hand. It didn't affect the smoke overall (didn't cause gurgle). How to say it... The smoke wasn't bad, but it wasn't the best either. It felt kind of flat in the mouth, with almost no taste if not a bready like taste & aftertaste. It is a conpletely a different story when you retrohale ; you get a lot of flavors going on as you retrohale. You only get flavours when you retrohale, which is a pain in the ass if you ask me. This tobacco feels more like an incense than anything.

P.s I've had greater pipe smoking experiences with cheaper blends.

Pipe Used: Crown pipe ,Eaton cob pipe

Age When Smoked: New

Purchased From: 4noggins

1 person found this review helpful.

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	pipesmoker33 (18)	2016-07-15		Extremely Mild	Extremely Mild	Extremely Mild (Flat)	Very Pleasant

I recently picked up a pouch of Captain black dark by mistake. I was going for Captain black royal. It wasn't bad, but kind of bland. Didn't detect too much flavor. However a very plesant room note. I bought a pouch of Captain black gold and mixed them together. (Witch is more or less CB Royal). It's best as a blending tobacco.

Pipe Used: Mm cob

Age When Smoked: Fresh from pouch

Purchased From: Seneca smoke shop

Similar Blends: Super value black Cavendish.

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	hrgerami@hotmail.com (4)	2016-03-12		Mild	Medium	Medium	Pleasant

Given the limited choices of pipe tobaccos here in Tehran (Iran), amongst about 20 brands or so, such as Borkum Riff, Colts, Mac Baren, Planta, etc., and having tried some of these aromatics, it was a delight to discover this Captain Black Dark blend as a non-inhaler, and a cigar puffer looking for a change of pace. And recommended it to my brother-in-law who has been smoking (inhaler) Captain Black Round Taste for many years. I believe this CB Dark is the most refined of all CBs. With almost no tongue bite, and a nice and round aroma. And milder in strength than maybe all other CB blends. I had smoked pipes for a few years before and inhaling at the time. My favorite then and the mildest one that I could smoke was Borkum Riff ultra-light. Nowadays after I was told how to smoke cigars and even cigar leaf pipe tobaccos, and getting used to it by not inhaling and getting the same nicotine effects, my preference being mild-medium, by puffing this CB Dark blend, I came to the conclusion that it is definitely mild or light. Very suitable for those looking for a light smoke.

* For non-inhalers, a simple way of making a cigar leaf blend, using Colts American Mixture pipe tobacco, is listed with all the details under Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG), Colts American Mixture reviews, if someone wished to know.

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	atomicbuster (79)	2015-06-08		Very Mild	Mild	Very Mild	Pleasant to Tolerable

The taste I get is licorice. It's very pleasant. As with many aromatics, the bite depends on how you puff and how long you let it dry before you smoke it. Good burn qualities, lights easy and stays lit a good while. It causes my mouth to water, which may contribute to some slight gurgling. The room note is inoffensive. Is it as good as CB Regular? I think it will be fair to say after I've smoked as many pouches of this as the Regular. But it's a contender. For me it's definitely better than the Premium Editions.

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	albfneto (184)	2015-05-12		Mild	Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

This is the same stuff that "Captain Black Dark", now produced by Skandinavian. This is the same as these:

http://www.tobaccoreviews.com/blend/5506/lane-limited-captain-black-dark http://www.tobaccoreviews.com/blend/9356/captain-black-dark http://www.tobaccoreviews.com/blend/5505/scandinavian-tobacco-group-stg-captain-black-dark

It is no more produced by Lane. This is a mixture composed mainly by Black Cavendish tobacco. For me,this is good,but no surpasses The Captain Black Royal Blend. the best Lane-Skandinavian Blend

Pipe Used: some, brazilian and imported.

Age When Smoked: recently purchased

Purchased From: many tobacconists

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	wintermute (90)	2015-04-05		Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

For those that think this is BCA packaged and sold under a new name, you would be wrong. They are both black aromatics and both made by Lane Limited, but Captain Black Dark lacks the sweetness of BCA. Both have great room aroma, but the wife says that she definitely prefers BCA over the dark. I prefer the dark, but not by much. Out of all the pouches this one is the best I have smoked. It lights well and burns a little fast, but the flavor lasts all the way to the bottom of the bowl. The smoke is nice, but not thick. There is no bite for those that know how to smoke aromatics; slow and steady is the ticket here. If you want a great black aromatic that won't break the bank, this is the best of the Captain Black line. But like I have said in other reviews, you cannot find this in a drugstore any more and I really doubt that people will order this online with all the other selections at their finger tips. I say pick up a pouch of this stuff which would have taken the drugstore tobaccos by storm if they were still there. It just came along a little late in the game. I hope it can find a place and stay around.

Pipe Used: briar churchwarden, corn cob

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: pipesandcigars.com

Similar Blends: BCA, , E. A. Carey's Classic Black Aromatic.

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Meerschaumer (8)	2014-11-08		Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

This is a typical offering of the standard we have come to expect from the Capt. Black brand: a richly-flavoured, highly-fragrant blend which is the stuff most novices think pipe smoking is all about. Open the pouch and the contents are almost wet, rather than slightly moist, and it could be that 'Dark' might benefit from a little air-time to dry out before smoking. As with all the Capt. Black range, this is not one for 'English-blend' purists, (who would probably rather stick pins in their eyes than be forced to smoke a bowl!) but I'm more than happy to include it in my smoking choices.

Pipe Used: Meerschaum 9mm filter & gauze in bowl.

Age When Smoked: New

Purchased From: tobaccoonline.co.uk

1 person found this review helpful.

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	paulw (76)	2014-10-28		Mild	Mild to Medium	Medium	Pleasant

I just love it, I reminds me of sweet briar tobacco, It also reminds me of BCA.Great moisture no bite what so ever great vanilla room note smell taste Reminds me of one q reminds me of captain black great black cavendish I love it!

Pipe Used: briar

Age When Smoked: new

Purchased From: pipesandcigars

Similar Blends: Capt black, sweet briar, BCA, tinder box capt spice..

1 person found this review helpful.

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	brashboy (84)	2014-10-23		Mild	Very Mild	Medium	Very Pleasant

This is good. This is really good. This baccy is so rich and the smoke so thick, it is a delight to smoke. The tin note is great, with a hint of vanilla, and the aroma is fabulous (though I really don't get the vanilla in the aroma).

This ain't an OTC, though. First, I never see it in a Walgreen or such though I get around a lot, and second, it is an exceptional black cav -- fully up there with PS #7 Dansk Black and Lane's BCA. That is, even if you find this in a Target or whatever, don't be deceived; this is damn good stuff. Note that Lane makes CB Dark, so the similarity to BCA is striking, but somehow not quite identical. But close, friends, close. I can smoke this anytime, anywhere. For after dinner, though, something heartier with a stronger tobacco taste might be called for. While I don't really get tired of CBD, I do hanker for stronger tobacco taste after a while. Though an aromatic, any toppings are refined, not too forward.

A 1-year tin or jar nap would do wonders for this blend.

I would rate this about a 3.5-3.7. I get a good tobacco taste, though much more tobacco flavor would be appreciated. In fact, more tobacco flavor would make it a solid 4 for this country boy. As you can tell, I do like black cav. And I get no tongue bite from it, but see the tip below.

TIP: dry out your CBD for at least a 1/2 hour before packing, which will cut down on dottle and PG.

Pipe Used: Preben Holm

Age When Smoked: New

Similar Blends: Lane BCA (Lane also makes CB Dark), P.Stokkebye #7 Dansk Black.

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	Young Piper (304)	2014-07-09		Extremely Mild	Medium to Strong	Medium to Full	Very Pleasant

In the world of Captain Black tobacco's this and royal are the best IMO. This all black blend is just what was needed to round out the series. This is Lane BCA packaged instead of bulk. I have them side by side and aside from some added PG for transportation and storage have the same texture, appearance, aroma etc. Its a wonderful change of pace from the other CB offerings and I just love the packaging!! Keep up the good work Lane in keeping up with customers requests and modern times. Thanks!

O BTW try blending 50/50 with CB Gold or a burley like Carter Hall for a black and tan / Half and Half or mix 1/4 to a stinky latakia blend so you can smoke in the house or in public and not get complaints, the aroma is that wonderful!

Pipe Used: Cobs, Basket pipes

Age When Smoked: Fresh from Smoke Shop

Similar Blends: McClelland - Bulk Vanilla Black Cavendish, Lane Limited - BCA.

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Smoke_Ring (158)	2013-11-08		Extremely Mild	Extremely Mild	Very Mild	Very Pleasant

Captain Black - Dark (1.5 oz pouch)

Star Rating = 4.00

Rating Scores - 10 is the Best and 0 is the Worst

Pouch Note = 10

Room Note = 10

Flavor = 10

Bite = 9

Burn = 9

After Taste = 9

Raw Score = 57

Rated Percentage = 95%

Comment = Very Smooth, Very Mild, Mellow, No Bite, has a great Black Cavendish Flavor, this is a delightful all day smoke

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	Emeritus Account (30171)	2013-09-25		Very Mild	Extremely Mild	Extremely Mild (Flat)	Pleasant

Captain Black Dark is supposed to be a pure Cavendish variety and is really only useful if you use it to mix with another over-powering tobacco. I have done this successfully with anything that does not include Perique, just to tone it down a bit. I can't taste any of the toppings while smoking alone unfortunately, but suspect that they must have meant for chocolate and vanilla to be present, cause that's what it smells like. No presence of nicotine detected. Basically just expensive incense.

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Young Piper (304)	2013-07-26		Very Mild	Extra Strong	Mild	Overwhelming

In the world of Captain Black tobacco's this and royal are the best IMO. This all black blend is just what was needed to round out the series. This is Lane BCA packaged instead of bulk. I have them side by side and aside from some added PG for transportation and storage have the same texture, appearance, aroma etc. Its a wonderful change of pace from the other CB offerings and I just love the packaging!! Keep up the good work Lane in keeping up with customers requests and modern times. Thanks!

O BTW try blending 50/50 with CB Gold or a burley like Carter Hall for a black and tan / Half and Half or mix 1/4 to a stinky latakia blend so you can smoke in the house or in public and not get complaints, the aroma is that wonderful!

1 person found this review helpful.

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	Emeritus Account (30171)	2013-06-19		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild to Medium	Pleasant

ST Group Lane did a great job with this new release of CB.

This 100% Black CA smells nice, does not bite, does not taste chemical like the other Captain Black I have tried.

It burns beautifully well and burns dry until the end.

Dark opens up a new league for CB, gents. You must try it if you fancy slightly sweet, high quality Black CA.

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	Emeritus Account (30171)	2013-06-06		Very Mild	Mild	Mild	Pleasant

I am smoking my first bowl right now, and so far I like it a lot. In fact, I think I like it better than Capt. Black white. It seems like a cleaner, more natural taste. I am a fan of mild aromatics and that is just what Capt. Black Dark is. Some may think it is too mild, but it is just right for me. For an OTC smoke, it is about the best I have come across. It may well become the most popular of the Capt. Black varieties.

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	Peterson314 (43)	2022-11-27		Very Mild	Medium	Mild to Medium	Very Pleasant

This is excellent tobacco.

I tried this back-to-back with BCA and to my tastes, this tastes like BCA with more PG. I didn't find it overwhelming and the mix certainly wasn't goopy, but I like BCA more.

Pipe Used: Cob

Age When Smoked: 4 months

Similar Blends: Lane Limited BCA, Peter Stokkebye 201 Black Cavendish.

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	GabrielCRT (115)	2022-08-07		Extremely Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

This is rather good, but far from my favorite of the Captain Black collection. The black cavendish is as mild as tobacco can possibly be. Very little nicotine and very little substance to the smoke with a short finish. The topping is what makes this blend special. The flavor is complex with a mild vanilla, chocolate, and licorice taste. Throughout the smoke I notice some spice notes including cinnamon. It never bites and smokes well enough though it typically leaves some moisture in the bowl. The room note is wife approved. I like it, but I’m more inclined to stock up on the original, cherry, royal, and gold all of which have a bit more strength and tobacco taste.

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	Gnova (10)	2021-06-05		Mild	Medium	Mild	Very Pleasant

I decided to order a pouch of this because I enjoy CB Regular and Royal. This is an excellent all day smoke that packs easy, burns well, and had a pleasant vanilla taste and the room note is great. I prefer both regular and royal over this however.

Age When Smoked: New

Purchased From: Cigarchief

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	crosscountry (23)	2021-04-10		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild	Very Pleasant

Really good! I'm a big fan and couldn't wait to order another pouch. Next time I'll get a 12 oz can.

Aromatics aren't my go-to tobaccos, but when I have company or my wife is around, I want something pleasant for others. This is the right choice!

It's sweet, and the pouch smells like a cross between chocolate and raisins. Like other Captain Black products, this burns to the bottom perfectly, doesn't bite, and the vanilla room note will turn heads.

This one will be in my rotation long after other aromatics are smoked and gone.

Pipe Used: Cobbs and briars

Age When Smoked: New

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	Emeritus Account (30171)	2021-02-14		Mild	Mild to Medium	Mild	Very Pleasant

This blend arrives in a ribbon cut that packs and lights easily. Surprisingly, it is not too moist. The chocolate and vanilla notes play well together, with a pleasant taste and great room note. I detected no hint of nicotine but did taste the Black Cavendish, the main component here. There was no bite or harshness. Those who smoke aromatics should give it a try.

Pipe Used: Peterson

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: SmokingPipes.com

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	Emeritus Account (30171)	2020-09-25		Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

This blend has a great room note. It is a ribbon cut and packs/lights easily. It arrives not too moist. The vanilla and chocolate notes are ever present. A must try for aromatic lovers. No bite here. One of the better CB blends.

Pipe Used: Cob

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: SmokingPipes.com

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	Tropicalretriever (23)	2020-04-23		Extremely Mild	Mild	Mild	Very Pleasant

Captain Black Dark has a great pouch/tin note. The ribbon cut makes it easy to load up a pipe. The tobacco was not overly moist and lit easily. The taste, however, is almost non-existant . Maybe my packing technique has been off, but this tobacco seemed to me to need a greater than average number of relights. Did not bite and left a great room note. Could not discern any nicotine content. Recommended only for those who desire a very mild black cavendish.

Pipe Used: Peterson

Age When Smoked: Fresh

Purchased From: Smoking Pipes

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	manxman (82)	2015-12-22		Medium to Strong	Medium to Strong	Medium to Full	Unnoticeable

The pouch aroma is plum or prune. This doesn't translate to the taste. Surprisingly strong tobacco flavor for an aromatic. No bite, smokes cool. Slight gurgle. I prefer CB Gold and CB Royal. Two stars. Stays lit .

Pipe Used: Briar, varnished MM cob w filter

Age When Smoked: Fresh from pipes and cigars

Similar Blends: CB Royal.

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