The newest version of Missouri Meerschaum's Independence Day blend is very intriguing. This is a softly aromatic blend with vanilla leading the way, but underneath is a light splash of Cyprian Latakia to add a smoky note. This one should appeal to fans of aromatic English blends that are no longer available and for folks who wax nostalgic for some of the old American English blends that had a bit of an aromatic scent. As is typical of the Missouri Meerschaum blends, we find that the flavor of this cool-smoking blend are enhanced by the buttery sweetness that a genuine Missouri Meerschaum corncob pipe adds to the mix.
Very little bite, the room note smells fantastic but subtle. It smokes nice right out of the tin.
4 out of 5
Smoke excellent
Jun 28, 2023
Very strong. Tons if manure used to grows this lol
4 out of 5
Sweet Vanilla
Jun 07, 2023
It has a sweet vanilla note that is present all the way through the bowl. The latakia is not noticeabl. Istayed fairly cool with no tongue bite. Pairs well with a cob pipe.
4 out of 5
Not what I was expecting
Jul 25, 2022
I got this pipe tobacco for the Fourth of July to smoke with my buddies and when I opened it the smell hit me it smelled like American patriot and then I got a orange cream smell it had some hints of sweetness when I smoked it I still got that orange cream smell smell I was expecting something very sweet if you are thinking of this please buy it not bad I only smoked one bowl of it and haven’t really touched it since maybe I’ll give it another shot
5 out of 5
Very pleasant.
May 24, 2022
This is a very tasty blend. It has a nice aroma and is just perfect for my Missouri Meerschaum pipes.
5 out of 5
Pastors' Choice
Feb 09, 2022
I smoke with a group of pastors. Our "go-to" smoke is Independence Day. The flavor is excellent, mild, a great, smooth smoke. We find that if you keep it at 62% humidity, you'd have to smoke like a furnace to make it bite. Simply no complaints and all in is our impression.
We pipe puffin pastors keep a good stock cellared too. We don't ever want to run out of this until Jesus returns! :-)
4 out of 5
It was a gift and
Feb 02, 2022
It was a gift and recipient enjoyed the flavor and taste in a new meerschaum pipe.
3 out of 5
Decent smoke
Nov 14, 2021
Decent note and flavor, but was very dry and burnt too fast.
4 out of 5
It's mild and flavorful. I
Nov 13, 2021
It's mild and flavorful. I would do it again.
5 out of 5
Independence day a exceptional blend
Nov 01, 2021
This blend is fantastic, fresh vanilla taste it's very smooth mild smokes slowly an cool what makes this blend shine is the addition of lataki with a light hand. Robert b
5 out of 5
thank you Pipe and Cigar for introducing me to my blend..
Oct 13, 2021
I am returning to pipes after a long time away from them. I did purchase this tobacco because of the name.
( due to events.. I am free from all governments.) I purchased this to to celebrate that freedom... My Independence Day
This is my favorite blend that i have tried to date . Yes I also love Astons Winding Road and Smooth Sailing. but Independence Day is my blend . yes the flavor is subtle. excellent tobaccos make it smooth and very enjoyable this is an anytime tobacco.
5 out of 5
this my favorite blend..
Sep 30, 2021
( yes I admit i first ordered one because of the name) this is a great smoke while reading or reflecting . especially when in remembrance of the many friends one has made and lost while serving in the military and celebrating every one of them
5 out of 5
I just like it. It's
Sep 18, 2021
I just like it. It's the only tabac I've bought twice in a row.
4 out of 5
Almost as good as the 2015...
Jul 29, 2021
Not quite what the 2015 MM Independence Day tobacco was -imho it was fantastic....but this is getting close...
5 out of 5
Good tabbaco very enjoyable big
Jul 06, 2021
Good tabbaco very enjoyable big fan of there pipes now a big fan of there tabbaco
3 out of 5
MM, You Can Do Better
Jun 12, 2021
What can I say about this? I really wanted to like it, I tried it in the morning, evening, front and back porch, with coffee, with water.., and I just can't like it. Maybe it takes a more discerning palette than mine, but the only difference between this blend and wet cardboard is the slightest hint of Latakia occasionally. Three stars because it's not a bad tobacco. Just a completely bland tobacco.
5 out of 5
Good Change
Jun 11, 2021
I really liked the balance of this tobacco, a good break from the tobacco that I normally use. A bite that wakes the taste buds up. A nice aromatic smoke.
5 out of 5
All Day Success
May 27, 2021
Nice light English, American style. Not too heavy, not too bland; good balance. One of my go-to all-day blends.
5 out of 5
Taste was mild and did
May 22, 2021
Taste was mild and did not bite the tongue. Great aroma and flavor with a hint of Latakia, that I find very pleasing. Already bought two more tins.
5 out of 5
I’m a sucker for a gimmick.
May 13, 2021
Got it in a timely manner. I felt at a good price. I will be smoking it on Memorial Day and the 4th weekends in my corn cob. Looking forward it.
3 out of 5
I usually smoke flavored tobacco,
Apr 28, 2021
I usually smoke flavored tobacco, but this impresses me. Toasted good and not much of a bite.
5 out of 5
#1 in my book!
Nov 01, 2020
Favorite tobacco of all time. I wish I could buy it in bulk!
4 out of 5
Good smoke. burns even. priced
Oct 26, 2020
Good smoke. burns even. priced right.
5 out of 5
As a beginner, I really
Oct 15, 2020
As a beginner, I really liked it. I thought it was nice and smooth.
4 out of 5
Interesting tin note. A bit
Sep 26, 2020
Interesting tin note. A bit smoky. Smooth smoke and, when smoked slowly, very little bite. Leaves a nice aftertaste, but I was left wondering where the smokiness went. Overall a good evening pipe, especially now that the weather is turning cooler.
5 out of 5
nice
Jul 17, 2020
nice
3 out of 5
Not bad
Jul 08, 2020
Nothing to write home about. Good smoke.
4 out of 5
Nice smoke
Jul 06, 2020
Mellow room and tin note. Nice to smoke sitting on the deck with a good rye. A little bite, burns nicely.
4 out of 5
The smoke heard 'round the world!
Jun 13, 2020
Darn good. Mellow sweetness with an unexpected buttery note. Perfect smoke whilst overthrowing the British monarchy.
5 out of 5
Love it!
Jun 08, 2020
This is a new favorite to add to my rotation. Just enough smoke and sweetness to notice both. Neither one over powers the other, a perfect balance. One reviewer compared it to a BBQ ...I thought he was kidding, try it and you’ll see!
3 out of 5
Independence Day
May 31, 2020
Not the best,but not a bad smoke. I'm sure it will appeal to some. Just not so much for me.
5 out of 5
Such a mellow smoke
Apr 28, 2020
I had this from a friend, had to get me a tin.
5 out of 5
Excellent!
Feb 29, 2020
I actually can't believe how much I like the tobacco. The smokiness is great, but not overpowering - like delicious BBQ. The taste is really incredible, new favorite
5 out of 5
Independence Day
Nov 02, 2019
Another home run from the fine folks at Missouri Meerschaum. A fantastic all day baccy.
5 out of 5
Great mixture!
Oct 04, 2019
You can taste the latakia with the sweet notes as well. I can’t say enough how great this was.
5 out of 5
A blend that leaves a positive lasting impression
Sep 29, 2019
For my bachelor's degree, I took a film studies class as an elective. On the first day of class, the teacher asked us how we decide if a movie is good or not. My primary response was any movie that I think of after I finish watching it is a good movie. I apply a similar philosophy to rating other things, even pipe tobacco. Does it leave a lasting impression on me after I finish a bowl?
With MM I.D. 2019, I can safely say that this tobacco blend left a positive, lasting impression. After I finished the first bowl, I immediately wanted another, I didn't want the smoke to end. It's a light English style blend with just the right amount of sweetness on top to give you the best of both worlds. This is coming from someone who loves the 2015 blend for its own merits, in fact, I still have a jar of the 2015 blend that I smoke on special occasions.
The new blend is one you cannot overlook in a corn cob or a briar, either one the blend will excel in. I may pick up a couple of more tins before this run ends.
5 out of 5
Great tobacco
Aug 19, 2019
Great tobacco
5 out of 5
Will reorder more
Aug 14, 2019
I agree with all the great comments that others have made. Will always have this in my rotation
5 out of 5
Excellent all-day smoke
Aug 13, 2019
Independance Day is a welcome addition. My B&M had to discontinue my favorite bland (thanks, FDA!) and I've been seeking a replacement. This blend, with its base of Virginia, Burley and Cavendish, is just waht the doctor ordered; and the Latakia amount is just exactly right for my taste buds. A great tobacco - thank you for the recommendation!
4 out of 5
One of the better English style blends
Aug 12, 2019
Very smooth and tasty. No bite and easy to keep lit. The room note is not up to the aromatics but then most English blends are no better.
Customer Testimonials
Ordered this with Great Dane and American Patriot and a selection of MM cobs as an intro to cobs in general. I have enjoyed the experience and will continue to smoke a cob now and then to supplement my briars. The other blends were good, but more on par with a decent OTC blend. Independence Day deserves the tin - a step above the rest of the MM blends IMHO. I ordered another tin almost immediately because it is a limited run. A great social smoke - this was in my pipe when I was lightin' the fireworks on the 4th.
MC of Slidell, LA
A wonderful tobacco! The tin aroma is great has a clean fresh smell. Taste is great, no bite and burns to bottom of the bowl. Have already ordered more to keep in my small stock of pipe tobacco!
JK of San Bernardino, CA
This is a great smoke. Finished the tin in a couple of weeks. No tongue bite, and can be enjoyed any time of day.
AA of Brooklyn, NY
I'm new to pipe smoking, thought I would give the a try, very..very happy with it. It has a great taste, no bite, and my wife loves the smell of the light chocolate. I would highly recommended giving this a try.
SP of Carthage, TX
This is a winner. I have to say as a Missouri Meerschaum pipe fan I haven't tried their tobacco until I.D. 2015. It has a nice flavor and sweetness but not over sweet. Very satisfying smoke. I bought two tins one for now and one to save. The Virginias and Burley with Black Cavendish really work well with each other. Put this in an MM cob or hardwood and you have a very tasty very satisfying smoke. I plan to smoke nothing but this on 7/4/15.
DB of Steelville, MO
A wonderful blend of tobacco with great flavor and aroma. Absolutely delicious.
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