Robert McConnell Black Parrot

Presentation in a 100 g. tin, vanilla-colored, it evokes the world of piracy with the mix name and illustration on the outside. When opened it suggests the aromas of fermented fruit and some vinegar, although this is not as penetrating as I expected after reading some reviews from other users. Either way the smell is very rich. The tobacco cut in broken flake is attractive to the eye and to the hand, with a predominance of reddish and dark colors, with a spongy touch. All the aspects described invite you to load the pipe immediately. Although it comes slightly damp, it can be smoked directly without drying, without producing a particularly wet experience. At the beginning of the smoke it is very smooth and elegant with a quite creamy smoke, almost velvety, but without much flavor. The perique is a discreet guest. Towards the middle of the bowl and as by accumulation, the flavor increases slightly, as long as it is not smoked hastily. The smell of the room is pleasant during the smoke and leaves a marked and lasting aftertaste.

There is no doubt that this mix has its uniqueness, much like a black parrot. I have my doubts as to whether we will finally accept him as a pet at home since there are days when he "talks" a little, but too many times he remains quite mute. I will continue working with him, to see if I can get him to release more words ...

2021/01/02: I have seen myself going to this mixture with some frequency, but when it seemed more tasty, suddenly in the next smoke the amount of flavor decreased again. It is for this irregularity that I am going to keep the three stars. Let's say 3.4 rounded to 3.