Just For Him The Mellow Monk

The burley is nutty and cocoa sweet and is a little earthy. It is the dominant component, though the the smoky, woody sweet Cyprian latakia is omnipresent in every puff. The perique is a condimental addition; raisiny, figs and dates, and some spice. There’s an additional sweet flavor that I can’t identify, but it reminds me a little of unsweetened black cavendish. It may be that or it may come from a mild topping, which I suspect is the answer. I also get a lightly noticeable “vinegar” tanginess, which leads me to suspect McClelland tobacco was used, particularly from the latakia. The blend has an aromatic feel to the taste. It may need a little dry time, but it burns at a moderate pace, requires not that many relights, and the taste is creamy, smoothly consistent to the finish. Leaves a little moisture in the bottom of the bowl, but no dottle. Won't bite or get harsh. Has a slightly more than mild nic-hit, and a pleasant after taste. Two and a half stars.

-JimInks