Cornell & Diehl Blockade Runner is a crumble cake made in the fashion of a navy flake. A mixture of red and bright Virginias are treated to a bath in rum for a week, after which the tobaccos are gently stoved and then pressed into a cake. The plug is easy to prepare, and you'll be greeted by a sweet and zesty flavor with a remarkable amount of depth for a straight Virginia blend. Set sail with C&D's Blockade Runner and enjoy the ride.
This has a pleasant natural sweet taste and is fairly bold in taste. I had to relight a couple times but still great stuff. If this is this good out of the gate I'm wondering how great it would be with some cellar time. I will definitely be buying some more of this to store away. This is about as strong as I like to go for my taste. There is a spice taste I can't put my finger on. I quit drinking in 1998 but this brings back memories of sipping Captain Morgan Spiced Rum.
5 out of 5
Very pleasant taste after 9 years aging.
Sep 05, 2016
In 2007 I bought tin and packed it away. Fast forward 9 years I popped it open and I must say it is a very nice, smooth, smoke. I can't tell you what the tobacco is like once it is purchased new; all I can say after 9 years it remained fresh, it has a smokey, pleasant, liquor flavor with no bite.
5 out of 5
Exqisite
Apr 23, 2016
This is one of my favorite blends, I just wish it was available in larger quantities. Bulk would be perfect but eight ounce tins would be an improvement. I want more.
1 out of 5
Navy Cavendish Disapointment
Aug 13, 2015
I did a comparison to this and McClelland's Navy Cavendish (which is 5 star), but this had more bite and it is not as smooth and tasty as the McClelland's. Will not purchase again.
Customer Testimonials
Overall, it's not bad. I don't really taste a noticeable rum flavor but the natural flavors are pretty good. It packs and burns great with no relighting. If you are looking for a distinct rum flavor, this isn't for you. If you like natural tobaccos, you'll probably enjoy this one.
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