Samuel Gawith Hansom Flake

So to start. This is a strange blend. The flake cut, can’t be mad at, SG has their signature flakes. But the tin note was definitely different and outside of a comfort zone for me personally. Very chocolatey and somewhat floral. Smelled great, but not my favorite when it comes to Tobacco. Then the smoke. The taste here was nothing reminiscent of the tin. Hard hitting Virginia and a unique flavor I can’t place even after the smoking the whole tin. It’s definitely not bad. Unique and full of strange identity. I did get a strange numbing feeling in my mouth and throat which has never happened. So this, yes is a good blend, but a strange one. But there’s nothing wrong with strange or different

Very nice, if mild, VaPer. Grassy and slightly sweet. Good for a first smoke of the day.

What I like about it: Good tasting tobacco with a good nick hit. What I don’t like about it; the tin was not vacuum sealed and the product did arrive a little dry. Other thoughts, this one becomes harsher when aged. Does not par nicely with champagne ;-) https://youtu.be/kPOgKVwgEBg

I bought two tins and one tin was not sealed properly at the factory, which left it at the perfect moisture level when I opened it a few weeks later. Hansom flake compares very favorably to the lightly cocoa flavored Louisiana Perique flake (it is identical as far as I can tell) and Stonehenge flake. Stonehenge having a bit more body due to the burleys in that blend. If you like Virginia perique blends, this is a solid offering and well worth trying. If you like the aforementioned blends, you will definitely like this one.

Great quality, very little bite for a Virginia base, Can taste the perique and the Lakeland essence, bought five cans and will buy more to store. Taste great fresh, different from the aged as the added essence it more predominant.

A very good Virginia/Perique in the same vein as Gawith Hoggarth Louisiana Perique Flake but with a bit less perique. Typical brown VA varietals Gawith are known for with a little dash of perique. A light cocoa top note with a very faint trace of a couple other Lakeland district floral hints way in the background. This is a very tasty mild-medium in strength of nicotine and flavor. Flake comes a bit more dry than some SG blends but will still need a good 10-15 minutes of dry time after fully rubbed.

Needs to slightly dry out, which is common for many flakes. A little age also enhances flavor and smoothness. Hansom flake is a medium strength flake with a slightly grassy undertone. It is a well balanced blend with an earthy quality. It does need repeated lighting, especially when just opened. The room note is pleasant. On the down side, I would point out that it lacks the richness of many other flakes. The flavor weakens toward the end of the smoke.

Their are quality Virginias used in this blend. Hay/Grass mixed with some bread and yeast tastes. Perique is medium spicy not too strong not to weak. A very good medium Va/Per. I’m hesitant to purchase Va/Pers because I prefer light to medium perique content. This blend tastes very good to me. Smokes right out of the tin. SG does it very good with this blend.

Pretty lackluster. Quality flakes, as expected, but very bland to my tastes.

No bite and a solid amount of smoke but this blend does have a small bit of Lakeland essence and honestly, I'm still not sure how I feel about it myself. If you're looking for something completely different, or are interested in trying a Lakeland blend as I was, Hansom Flake is a good starting point.

Excellent VaPer with a slightly sweet cake flavor and room note. Burns well for a flake and is smooth on the tongue. Nice change up from other top VaPers.

I always use non aromatic tobacco and I found this to be a very satisfying smoke. I will buy it again very good tobacco.

Another Great Tobacco by Samuel Gawith. Flavorful with a good room note as well. Medium strength and a all day smoke that you will enjoy any time. I expect this tobacco will age well in your cellar and provide you with great enjoyment for years to come.

Ok

Absolutely excellent smoke. No bite and just fantastic textures and flavor.

I was pretty impressed with the first bowl of this, however, with subsequent bowls I was unable to get this to burn coolly regardless of drying time. The flake is pretty moist out of the tin. Within a few puffs, the heat level of the smoke begins to detract from the experience. I smoke other VaPers regularly and have not had this same experience. I will cellar for awhile to see if that makes a difference. Flavor was pleasing, mild sweetness, hay/citrus notes, some additional subtle flavor in the aftertaste, which must be the Lakeland essence, that I also found appealing.

A very nice Va/per blend, I am normally a English or Burleys smoker. I have been getting into Virginia tobacco over the years. I have always liked the SG blends, it’s a shame we can’t get them all the time. I like how this tobacco smokes. I may order more of this while we can get it.

A little dry out of the tin but great taste and slow burning, can bite a little if pushed. For me not an all day smoke but fantastic after dinner smoke

This is by far the best SG flake I've ever smoked! It's perfect right out of the tin and never got hot. Great floral notes with a creamy mouthfeel. Outstanding in a Missouri meerschaum Eaton pipe. Highly recommend.

Very high quality VaBur smoke with a lovely tin note, very nice room note, and long-lasting flavorful smoking quality. Not quite as good as MacBaren's Navy Flake, and (as is typical with SG) slightly "soggy" and irregularly cut-and-packed flake, but a fine tobacco nevertheless..

A very nice Va/Per with a very slight Lakeland topping that YOU BARELY NOTICE. Medium bodied with no bite. It has a nice cocoa tin note and taste. I would buy again.

Very smooth no bite.

Hansom Flake is very good. Medium bodied smoke that could be smoked all day. Did not cause tongue bite. Lakeland essence was very light. Glad I have another tin to enjoy.

A stronger in flavor and nicotine offering in a crowded VaPer field. Stands apart enough with the slightest of Lakeland topping. I am not a big Lakeland fan but you can barely detect it the majority of the time. May not see this one again for a long time if ever. Highly recommended.

Nice mild smoking tobacco, but the Lakeland essence masks the Virgina taste I enjoy.

This is quite singular in Gawith's stable. Little to zero Lakeland scent [which I like in a few of their VAs]. The Perique is there but not heavy handed. The blond VAs are the mainstay of this lovely VaPer and they offer a nice palate of oats and citrus. The Perique, in the background, seems to be adding a touch of spice. I loaded up on Hansom as I'm banking it will be a great VA to age.

I HAVE REALLY ENJOYED THIS TOBACCO AND PLAN TO PURCHASE MORE

Typical fine Gawith Virginias, and a very strong cocoa tin note that does not carry over into the smoke. No floral taste in my experience, so those who fear Lakelands need not worry!

Cool smoking, minimal “Lakeland” taste if any.

Very smooth and lightly naturally sweet VaPer. Did not notice a heavy Lakeland essence at all. Take it slow and let the taste of the tobacco take its course. Good nic level and the quality of the Virginias taste carried all the way to the end of the bowl. I am really impressed as I expected a heavy floral taste, but what essence that is there really compliments the tobacco in a very subtle way. Clean burning and the perique is lightly applied also. Good stuff. Just so happened it was paired with a good old Miller High Life and the combination worked out great. Now I want to smoke it while riding in a little horse carriage while being chauffeured around like the picture on the label.

I received two tins since it was new Not knowing what to expect. The tin note reminded me of G&H Bob’s Chocolate Flake. The aroma and taste to me was exactly that of BCF. I’ll purchase more of it no doubt.

It's normally a risk to order several tins of something you have never tired before but Samuel Gawith proves again to be the exception. I ordered 3 tins as soon as I saw this show up and think I will need a few more. The flakes are mostly long broken strips so you will need to rub it out instead of using a fold and stuff to pack it. Can be a little hard to get going at first but once its lit needed almost no relights. This is a very smooth and subtle smoke the Virginia is subtly sweet with the Perique adding just a touch of zest, a very nice mix with no one part over shadowing the other. There is a very faint Lakeland essence to it but it is very subtle while smoking where it really shows is in the tin and room note, the tin note is amazing with the Lakeland I must say. If your looking for a nice and easy all day smoke this is one you want in your rotation.