Profile | Varies |
Tobacco | Black Cavendish, Burley, Virginia |
Style | Aromatic |
Room Note | 4 - Distinct |
Cut | Ribbon |
Top Flavor | Liquor, Nuts |
Packaging | Bulk, Tin |
Country of Origin | United States |
Package Size | 1.00 oz, 2.00 oz |
Flavor Intensity | 2 - Mellow |
Brand: | Cornell & Diehl |
More Details |
Cornell & Diehl Nutty Irishman begins with a base of mellow Burley, soft black Cavendish, and tangy Virginia - pretty much what you would expect for an aromatic, but this is when it takes an unexpected turn. The blend is topped with the warm hazelnut flavor of Frangelico liqueur and a splash of Irish Mist. C&D's Nutty Irishman is definitely not your typical aromatic blend but if aros are your thing, you should pick some up.
I found neither Nutty nor Irish in the tobacco... I should know, I'm a little of both... The tin aroma was great, yes nutty and almost fruity. Room note fair but very light and the bowl(s) stayed lit through the entire smoke. To me this tobacco was just harsh with some tongue bite and it left a drying in the mouth and back of the throat.
The nose in the tin for this tobacco is amazing. The room note however was not for me. It tastes, as the description suggests, a lot like liquor. From the smell I expected to taste Irish Cream but, in fact, the taste I get is of Irish Whiskey; Irish Whiskey is not really my thing. Finally, it should be noted that, although this blend is kept in a sealed mason jar like my other tobaccos, it is drying out all on its own and at an alarming rate. All in all, sadly not for me. If Irish Cream is what you seek, I personally recommend CAO Eileen's Dream.
Nice, easygoing tobacco that doesn't bite your tongue near the bottom of the bowl. Packs fairly tight and lights easily. One of my favorites.
This is a nice mildly aromatic blend that is easy on the tongue, but still has a nice mild flavor and a really decent room note. It is a very pleasing tobacco to both the smoker and those around them. Definitely part of my weekly rotation of tobaccos.