Drew Estate Heirloom Cherry

My experience with this blend seems to be a bit different from others. I actually initially found the tin note to be a bit off putting. Almost cough syrup like. It's definitely a cherry aroma, but not like a cherry pie.

In any case, smoking this blend is very pleasant. Packs easy burns well and I experienced no bite even with my moderately fast puffing pace. The cherry flavor is front and center throughout the smoke, pushing the natural tobacco flavors into the background. That will mean this blend isn't for everyone, but if cherry taste is what you want, this blend will give it to you. 3 stars for people who want cherries, 2-2.5 stars for the rest.

I decided to give this a try after reading the reviews even though they were low. I decided that this might be something to try based on Drew Estates quality cigars and I'm glad I did. It did not disappoint even though the smoke is very mild and at initial light up is really the only time you get that waft of cherry flavor.

I still say that it is a good consistent smoke if just for the quality of tobacco that is used. I am going to go out on a limb here and give it three stars just because of my positive experience. It was my first time trying Drew estate pipe tobacco and I will definitely try their other blends.

Update: one week later I think after this has been opened for the past week I have noticed the flavor come to the front a little more. It is still a very mild, enjoyable smoke and after further drying may even be better than now.

Greeted by wonderful mixture of cherry and nutty notes when opened. I found this blend tastes better when its packed very tight in the bowl and smoked slowly. The flavor will last till the end and there is no bite. However if your an excessive puffer all you'll get is bite and burn. Of course everyone has their own repertoire with a pipe. But trust me on this one..... just let the flame of your match barely touch the tobacco, puff slowly and gently... and you have a very enjoyable smoke.