Lane Limited 1-Q
(2.78)
Basically a golden cavendish blend but with a hint of fire-cured blended in provides scintillating taste and flavorful aroma.
Notes: Despite confusion caused by persistent rumor, 1-Q is a Lane product and a Lane invention, sold by many brick and mortar shops under many names, including 'Wilshire' by the TinderBox stores.
Details
| Brand | Lane Limited |
| Blended By | Lane Limited |
| Manufactured By | Scandinavian Tobacco Group |
| Blend Type | Aromatic |
| Contents | Cavendish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | Vanilla |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | Bulk, 50 grams tin |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
Mild
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Very Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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2.78 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 141 - 145 of 145 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 18, 2010 | Mild to Medium | Mild to Medium | Mild | Very Pleasant |
Oh man oh man. This was my first Aro, and I can easily see it becoming an All-day smoke for me. I don't know where people are getting the cherry flavoring, I'm simply getting a delicious nutty- sweet taste that is like a better version of a Captain Black blend. It left a little gloop at the bottom of my pipe (but what aromatics dont?) but it never leaves any ghosts or anything like that at all. It also qualifies as a crowd please, as several passers by made positive comments on the smell of it. Definitely something I will purchase again, and eventually fill a mason jar full of.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 26, 2009 | Mild | Medium | Medium | Pleasant |
I purchased a 2oz package and did not enjoy the first bowl. However, after 3 months of aging in a shoebox in my closet, the overpowering sweetness level has come down and a mellow, earthy aromatic has taken it's place. The only reason I'm not giving 4 stars is that the flavor does change quite drastically the further you get down the bowl. I'm able to get half way down before I've had enough. But the top half is quite good. I'd recommend to any beginner, and if your first try isn't enjoyable. LET IT AGE a month or so and come back to it. You may have a second opinion. Cheers.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Oct 22, 2009 | Mild | Medium | Mild | Very Pleasant |
Seeing as this is the blend that Tinderbox sells as Wilshire, I think it's appropriate that I post my review of Wilshire here as well. If anyone objects, I don't mind having this review removed.
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Otherwise known as Lane's 1-Q, the Wilshire blend is my favorite of the Tinderbox bulk aromatics. I've kept coming back to it over the years, as it has a warm and sweet yet subtly spicy flavor and aroma with hints of perhaps vanilla, almond, apricot, and ginger. This is one of the classic aromatic tobacco blends which inspire such fond memories.
I feel that Wilshire is often unjustly written off by those who are looking for a bolder, more distinguished and prevalent flavor, and by those that don't care for a sweet smoke. That being said, Wilshire isn't for everyone, and shouldn't be smoked by those that are looking for something more than what it has to offer.
I would actually caution newcomers away from this blend because it can be more temperamental than others if you're not yet proficient with a pipe. It can be on the moist and sticky side, so I would recommend letting a fresh batch sit and dry for a time before being packed. Also, don't smoke this one too quickly because it can bite and muck up your pipe if you're impatient with it.
If you find yourself frequenting this blend, I would recommend having a briar pipe to use just for it. It doesn't smoke as true in pipes seasoned by most other aromatic blends (though some aren't a problem) nor does it compliment pipes seasoned with English blends. However, its subtle flavor wont ghost an aromatic pipe.
Wilshire is perfect for a relaxing and gently flavored pipe to linger on for an hour or so, filling the air with a hearty and sweet aroma that aims to please both the casual smoker and company alike.
Enjoy.
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Otherwise known as Lane's 1-Q, the Wilshire blend is my favorite of the Tinderbox bulk aromatics. I've kept coming back to it over the years, as it has a warm and sweet yet subtly spicy flavor and aroma with hints of perhaps vanilla, almond, apricot, and ginger. This is one of the classic aromatic tobacco blends which inspire such fond memories.
I feel that Wilshire is often unjustly written off by those who are looking for a bolder, more distinguished and prevalent flavor, and by those that don't care for a sweet smoke. That being said, Wilshire isn't for everyone, and shouldn't be smoked by those that are looking for something more than what it has to offer.
I would actually caution newcomers away from this blend because it can be more temperamental than others if you're not yet proficient with a pipe. It can be on the moist and sticky side, so I would recommend letting a fresh batch sit and dry for a time before being packed. Also, don't smoke this one too quickly because it can bite and muck up your pipe if you're impatient with it.
If you find yourself frequenting this blend, I would recommend having a briar pipe to use just for it. It doesn't smoke as true in pipes seasoned by most other aromatic blends (though some aren't a problem) nor does it compliment pipes seasoned with English blends. However, its subtle flavor wont ghost an aromatic pipe.
Wilshire is perfect for a relaxing and gently flavored pipe to linger on for an hour or so, filling the air with a hearty and sweet aroma that aims to please both the casual smoker and company alike.
Enjoy.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 21, 2005 | Mild | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
This was my #1 smoke for 15 years. The first tobacco I bought by the pound. Then I discovered Flakes and Perique and Stoved Virginia's and life changed..... I still keep it around but only smoke it about 10 times a year.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 17, 2003 | Medium | Strong | Medium | Very Pleasant |
I agree with omegapd that this can be seen as a stepping-stone smoke, between the drugstore brands and the better blends.
It has a delightful smell in the bag and a very strong taste which I would describe as chocolately rather than vanilla. Room aroma is very nice, and garners somewhat more positive comments than the average aromatic. It can burn a bit on the hot side, and as others have said, leaves a lot of goop in one's pipe.
I find the taste to be very nice, but stronger than it ought to be. I'd like this tobacco much better if the flavoring was toned down about 40%.
I do enjoy this smoke occasionally, either in the morning with coffee or after dinner. Too sweet to be a regular smoke, for me it's good for a pipe a week or so.
It has a delightful smell in the bag and a very strong taste which I would describe as chocolately rather than vanilla. Room aroma is very nice, and garners somewhat more positive comments than the average aromatic. It can burn a bit on the hot side, and as others have said, leaves a lot of goop in one's pipe.
I find the taste to be very nice, but stronger than it ought to be. I'd like this tobacco much better if the flavoring was toned down about 40%.
I do enjoy this smoke occasionally, either in the morning with coffee or after dinner. Too sweet to be a regular smoke, for me it's good for a pipe a week or so.
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