Balkan Blue (formerly Blue Mountain) was created by McClelland for the 2011 Balkan Sobranie 759 Throwdown at the Chicagoland Pipe and Tobacciana Show, and it won the People's Choice Award.
This blend, based upon a 21 year-old sample of 759, uses rich Latakia, bright Orientals and superb Virginias to achieve a bold, yet smooth flavor that will take you back.
One of McClellands best and one of the best Balkan blends ever made
5 out of 5
Long one of my favorites.
Mar 05, 2018
Long one of my favorites. A classy Oriental/English
5 out of 5
My recommendations!
Nov 23, 2017
This is delicious! For fans of latakia - definitely try!
4 out of 5
Blue is Great Stuff!
Oct 22, 2017
As always, P&C has great selection, service and delivery. I love this tobacco. Definitely has the smokey latakia, but not over powering. There is an occasional sweetness from the virginias and subtle spiciness with the orientals. Not overpowering, but I wouldn't complain cause I'm a balkan type-of-guy. I have a few in my cellar and will by more as my primary mason jar gets low. Highly recommend this!- Life is Good!
5 out of 5
McClelland Blue Mountain and Black House Combo
Sep 07, 2017
Wow! I mixed Black House 50% and Blue Mountain 50% for a fantastic tasting English Blend. I have this mixture in a ceramic jar that has sat for about a year now. The aroma and taste is out of this world if you love English/Latakia Blends. Give this combo a try and you won't be disappointed.
4 out of 5
Nice Evening Smoke
Mar 10, 2017
Nice rounded aroma. Smokes a little strong on the tongue, but like the flavors.
5 out of 5
One of the Best
Feb 21, 2017
Spent the last year trying different Balkan blends when I read about McClelland Balkan Blue. Destined to be a classic. The taste is wonderful but nothing overbearing. Smooth with great aroma. Will always be keeping this on hand.
5 out of 5
rises to the top of the pack
Feb 01, 2017
An impressive and deep blend. I let it breathe for a week or so in a mason jar to dry a bit, and it brought out a wonderful array of subtle flavors. This is really good. I usually smoke FM, 965-- IMHO (taste is so personal)-- this stands out as balanced, deep and complex smoke, yet not as overwhelming as 965. my new go to for the evening.
5 out of 5
Great Smoke
Jan 26, 2017
I really enjoyed this one and will make it a permanent part of my rotation. Smooth and flavorful. A bit tough in the beginning to get it to stay lit, but after a few failures it says lit to the end. Like smoking velvet. Another huge hit from McClelland. I just wish it came in bulk, or at least a 3.5 oz tin.
5 out of 5
Great stuff
Jan 24, 2017
I'm cellaring like crazy, smooth and tasty blend.
5 out of 5
Great!
Jan 08, 2017
This was a gift to my father and he enjoyed it very much.
5 out of 5
BALKAN BLUE
Dec 17, 2016
Smooooooooth and Tasty!
5 out of 5
Great Blend
Oct 17, 2016
This is hands down the smoothest English blend tobacco ive ever smoked,far better then the Frog morton blends,and it has great taste, all day blend. great job RuSS.No bite whatsoever.
5 out of 5
PERFECTION!!!!!!!
Oct 11, 2016
My #1 tobacco of all time. The English of English. The Balk of Balkan. The smoke will take you aroud the world in one bowl. I love it. I cant say enouugh good things about this tobacco and I am a Dunhill fan. If you want a Latakia blend that will make you forget about the crappy day you just had then light this one up.
5 out of 5
Smooth and Satisfying
Sep 10, 2016
This tobacco is smooth and satisfying. It has a luxurious feel to it like you're at the Parker Palace keepin it classy. But you don't need Parker cash to feel like you have a million bucks, just try some Balkan Blue and you'll be livin large!
5 out of 5
Addictive Blend
Aug 12, 2016
Just cracked the tin and wow. Flavor,aroma,taste,retro hale, are so good and so addictive. Can't wait to fill another bowl. It's in my top 5 English blends. Do wish it came in bulk.
5 out of 5
Just perfect
Aug 04, 2016
Simply review.
Perfect. Any time or all day.
4 out of 5
Very good
Aug 02, 2016
Very balanced and smooth latakia blend. I like the frog morton line better though
5 out of 5
Amazing
Jun 06, 2016
One of my top 5 favs if you like English blends you will love this blend
5 out of 5
McClelland Blue Mountain—Just what I was looking for.
Mar 17, 2016
After years of searching for my favorite tobacco, having found wonderful possibilities among the Frog Mortons and all the Seattle Pipe Club line, I seemed to have struck gold with this excellent English mix. It seems to be just about perfect to me, and I regret it only comes in small cans. For those of you who prefer English/Oriental mixes, this is well worth a try.
4 out of 5
I suggest this in everyone's rotation.
Feb 12, 2016
Not enough O's in smooth to describe the flavor. The high dose of Latakia will keep you puffing on this trying to decifer all the underlying flavors. Woody, peppery, spicy are a few good descriptions. The room note is intriguing as well. The only issue I've had so far with this is keeping it lit. It may be the cut of the leaf. Otherwise a beautiful smoke. Strongly suggest with a nice peaty single malt Scotch. Cheers.
3 out of 5
Bold, thick, and..... Interesting?
Dec 07, 2015
Interesting taste. Very full in taste, lots of Latakia.
5 out of 5
Worth trying if your a fan of Frog Morton like me.
Oct 03, 2015
definitely one to keep in rotation.
Bite free and filled with great flavor though your tongue might have to search a bit to make out all the subtle nuances of this blend.
5 out of 5
Hearth and Home
Sep 28, 2015
This was my first try at Hearth and Home. Victorian Stroll is delicious and smooth!
4 out of 5
Very enjoyable.
Jul 13, 2015
My opinion, it is like a slightly lighter variation of Frog Morton on the Bayou. Great baccy smoke some!
Customer Testimonials
Excellent. It is a bit more spicy, complex and rich than my favorite McCelland, Arcadia, but I know I will return to this blend frequently. A light/medium English with plenty of complexity, tang and spice. Highly recommended.
AF of San Francisco, CA
I bought this for my husband and a friend as a gift, they both loved it. Great flavor!
MJ of Apple Valley, CA
This is an Outstanding tobacco with a notable richness and subtlety that can be found in no other.
Highly recommended.
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