Deep dark, heavy, full bodied, musky, smoky and earthy are just a few of the terms that describe this C&D blend. While it does lack depth, the appeal of the hea vy lat is enough for lat heads. I am trying this out today as I wanted a full throttle Latakia smoke for a change of pace. I will now compare this to Engine 99, Odyssey & Ten Russians blends for my Lat bomb fix. I like Latakia, but I wouldn't consider myself one that likes it to totally dominate the blend. I like this tobacco. The only heavy latakia blend I like better is CAO old ironside. Way way too sweet for my taste buds. I smoked about ten pipe fulls and was ready to sue by the last bowl. It is just relatively strong when compared to most lat blends. Usually right after work. Slightly sweet, smokey, a bit of complexity from the orientals, very little bite. 4-stars. I smoked one bowl out of one of my nicer pipes and now its a latakia pipe forever because the nastiness of pirate kake will never be exorcized. Once I got it going I found it to be packed with flavor right from the get go. I don't want to ever do with out this blend. I believe this is the same blend as BF sans the rum. Had a light vinegar note on top. Captain James Earle first took to sea . It seems to have a topping but it contributes to the excellent flavor. There's bounty to be had inside this little treasure chest! Room note? Pirate kake has that nutty burly and the sour orientals in the background of a sea of Latakia. Definately in my top 10. This powerful, Latakia laden stuff breaks up easily. The latakia is there, right up front, and bold indeed! Thought a pirate would enjoy a smoke with more kick. Put down the 1-Q, step out of the candy aisle of the tobacco world, and enjoy a truly flavorful tobacco. As I worked my way through a two ounce tin I could not help but wonder if this was created on a dare. I just love it! Not something I would smoke all day, but outstanding for what it is. 4 stars. Tobacco in Bulgaria | Market Research Report | Euromonitor Karrots and pirate kake :: Pipe Tobacco Discussion The taste slowly melds from one blend to the next. No amarga nada, y el sabor propio del burley solo se puede apreciar por su aporte de madera y terrosidad a la fumada. There's something about the experience that's like drinking neat tea. I should have reviewed this tobacco long ago. If you smoke it on a low heat like incense, you can enjoy the very delicious aroma of Latakia. For me, the moisture level was right on from the opening of the tin until the bottom of it. What a smoke! Actually Latakia on its own is quite cool and smooth; however, monochromatic. Awash in Latakia! especially the Turkish, which I really like. While writing a review for Bow Legged Bear, I was reminded of how much it is akin to this. 16 ounces/ 1 pound $39.90. The Creosote flavor is there, with a slight nutty undertone on occasion. Warning this has been described to me as smelling like "cats that being lit on fire". What's not to love? I will be stocking up on this heavily. is a pure joy, a mouth-watering experience that makes a latakia lover like me dream of the moment in which the flame will light the crumbled tobacco in the bowl! When you light up some Pirate Kake, nobody is going to be happy except you. You may even liken this to a creosote and tar aroma. However, there is nothing better than this for Latakia -Lovers. The flavor stays consistent and doesn't get harsh near the end. This is a wonderful blend that scratches the Latakia itch for me like no other. Perfect for the Winter or when you want to scare away your Spouse, Kids or Neighbors. If you're a latakia fiend, you have to try this. Do yourself a favor and just give this stuff a shot. I rubbed then let dry for an hour or 2. I love it. I enjoyed Pirate Kake, and when this is gone, I plan on getting more. I give this 4Stars because it does not pretend to be anything but what it is. $10.99 Save 2% +-Add. To my suprise the unburnt aroma is quite sweet, nutty and not overly Latakia-ish. This is the ultimate Lat-Bomb. As for the room note unfortunately even though I always smoke outside, some wafted in and my girl friend was not too happy but I was, ha. The other tobaccos are added to simply smooth off the rougher edges, as opposed to smoking it straight. I smoked it fast, and it got very very hot. This stuff is just a sweet, smokey, Latakia and makes no pretense about it. Too much latakia and not enough flavor for my tastes. Highly reccomended. This is my favorite tobacco. Works well. That being said, it is still something to go into with your eyes open. The cake is loose and breaks into a ribbon cut easy for packing. Pirate kake is quite a bit sharper and overwhelming if you smoke it too fast. Skip to content Wishlist My Account Checkout Shopping Cart $0.00 0 items in the shopping cart No products in the cart. I seem to remember the fresher stuff to have a bite to it that is now gone, or maybe my technique has just changed in the last 6 years. I cannot imagine a more mellow Latakia dominated blend. I sit at work, thinking about smoking a bowl when I get home. The room note to me is exquisite! I'll be honest. That being said, this stuff is good enough to drive to the next state to enjoy. 8 ounces $21.20. It does have a lot of Latakia but the addition of the Burley g ives it a bit of a bite that's not exactly my cup of tea. The wife will hate it but I'm too old to care. Has a waxy essence to it and if you enjoy Latakia this will be a go to blend. That's what this is. Product Packaging Stock MSRP Price Qty Cart. The small amount of Turkish and Burley stands up evenly to the seventy five percent of Latakia. This stuff produces huge, thick clouds of smoke which never dissipate. Opening the tin reveals a dark brown block that looks like a brownie. Updated 8/10/12 I've just tried, Engine 99, back to back with, Pirate Kake, both bulks, and I find PK better . I have carefully read the reviews to get an idea, and I thank everyone for the excellent guidance and advice. It requires one to slow down and enjoy the ritual and preparation of a great pipe smoke. Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares. Next f ew smokes I broke it up just right and packed my bowl perfectly (when broken up correctly it packs really well). Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake 16 Oz Bag. Sometimes, I like that, though I smoke Virginias most often. These traits usually go a long way towards making for an excellent tobacco mixture, but Pirate Kake just doesnt quite do it for me. If I had a preference I would add a stoved Virginia to this blend to round it out and add richness to it. Is it showing me a possible bitter ending and a more propitious way? So many of me maties have given a good review - I'll squander no more of yer time. The pipe gods had spoken. Taste was consistent. Is also a good base formmaking personal mixtures, as source of Latakia. After all that time in a cloud of hickory smoke I wanted something that I could actually taste. Heck, outside the pouch as well. A very full bodied and strong blend not for the mild smoker. For me similar to Seattle P ipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve without the tanginess. Similar Blends: Bengal Slices (sort of ). The Tobacco in Bulgaria report includes: Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends. Still it burned extremely well, and it was smooth smoke. Pirate Kake is much less powerful than I thought that it would be. One of my favorite new tobaccos to try. I am a Latakia lover. I never really caught the Burley, but that is no big surprise, considering the general nature of Burley. One of the best Latakia blends I've ever smoked.aka Latakia Bomb.. excellent. One of the most popular mixtures of C&D and also among lovers of latakia. . I decided to wait a while to review this one because I kept bouncing back and forth from loving to hating it. Still, it's a pretty impressive cake and it pairs best with a cup of two day old black coffee (which I'm also fond of), or a guinness. If you prefer a five coarse meal over a simple dish, then the many flavors provided by PK will titillate your taste buds. This is Lat strong, so if you don't like Latakia, take a pass. Pirate Kake is a smooth, robust blend with LOTS (75%!) Get your Cornell & Diehl Haunted Bookshop Cake Pipe Tobacco from the #1 in customer service and fast affordable shipping (and a small business) TobaccoPipes.com! The dark and light leaf are easily distinguishable by sight. It doesnt burn great, needs some relights but thats ok, were not in a slow smoking championship after all. For the Latkia fan, its a must. I had forgotten how much I like this stuff, but I still don't consider it one of my regular smokes. Its almost nothing except latakia. It has not been a nasty surprise this buy, otherwise. I smoke this one outdoors only as it is most offensive to pretty much everyone. The fact that you can purchase large quantities at bargain prices is also a plus and encourages big purchases for cellaring purposes. It is now my go to and hav at least one bowl per day. $11.25. And like other heavy latakia blends, this one tends to make me thirsty. Compared to other Latakia-rich mixtures, I found Pirate Kake to be a flavorful yet monochromatic smoke. So, for all the dark brooding color range, somewhat ominous tin aroma and all the bluster; this blend smokes in a very civilized way and I have no problem recommending it to fellow smokers. This, of course, changes the flavour and smoking experience. I also use Pirate Kake to soup up other tobaccos that I think would benefit from a little more latakia. If Nightcap is Wagnerian, this is a brass band. It may be strong enough that you might want to store it in the garage so it does not influence your tobacco collection. 60 (PK)/40 (Savinilli English) makes a great all day smoke but PK can certainly stand alone. I'm not a Latakia fiend, but I wanted to keep something like this on hand for cold, snowy days. This offers a nice contrast to the G.L. I think the blend meets the goal of a fine tobacco that is easy for most to enjoy. Pirate kake in the little devil cob this morning : r/PipeTobacco I love the smokiness and find it wonderful from top to bowl bottom. Latakia forward for sure, but I absolutely love the flavors I get off of this Blend. I do not find it as strong as many other reviewers. I arrive at the front door of Valhalla, ring the bell and Odin greets me at the door. This blend lacks balance and should not be smoked by a newbie wishing to try their first English tobacco. Rich and Smokey with a creamy finish. Similar Blends: Star of the east is somewhat comparable. I would recommend letting it dry for perhaps twenty minutes after breaking it up as the bars can be very moist. The very epitome of lat bomb. It stank. I still rate it at three stars, and worth your consideration if you're into heavy English blends. Overall, a good smooth smoke that had no bite. Guess what? Its reminds me of taking a handful of fresh basil and stuffing your mouth (but not as extreme,) and once the flavor has left your palate there is still a certain feeling present. I guess a lot of the smell comes from the turkish as well, its like a battle between the latakia and the turkish in the smell, but in taste the latakia wins, of course. I suppose the nicotine kick comes from the burley. Not terribly complex, almost one dimensional, but quite good at what it does. I'm NOT a latakia smoker. Th is is hands-down the Best smoke I have ever had!! Being a lover of Penzance, this is just as satisfying and the best That is why this blend should not be compared with Dunhill EMP, or similar blends. I just ordered more of this cake and can't wait to see what age does to its already perfect cake!!! The most intriguing thing about this tobacco, I think, is its name. yes, I am in lust at the moment, but love might follow. I'm partial to Billy Budd myself, but this seems just like the same without the cigar leaf. This is a smooth, robust tobacco, with awesome smokey , and nutty, and woody tastes. Ive had straight Virginias with a stronger flavor overall, therefore I'm dropping pirate kake to two stars. Bout to go enjoy a bowl now!!!.. I couldn't smoke this all day or even two days in a row but on a cold winter day this really hits the spot. I like it. It is what it is. Mix in a little cavendish burley, add a touch of the Turk,and press this in a 70,000 ton vise and you have PIRATE KAKE! Rich, smooth, tasty. I Highly recommend this blend to all latakia lovers! Chi pu dirlo, questo un fumo da pirati, uomini rudi che amano un gusto davvero preciso e deciso. Purchased From: a gift from Smokingpipes.com. Right up my alley as I burn wood to heat the house. Having wanted to go for a really heavy blend I decided I'd give it a try. A very straight and narrow taste profile with hardly any change. It is almost certain to flunk the wife test, and it's very strong room note is possibly best taken outside. The cake rubs out easily and tastes great. This is a Latakia bomb? It was a suicide. Quiet Nights as my favorite. The latter of which adds a nice nutty sweetness to the blend. Hearth and Home 10 to Midnight was out of stock, so I decided to give Pirate Kake a try. I never really get a nic buzz from this. The dominant feature is the smoky Latakia. Although the Burley adds body, it's the distinct flavor of Orientals in the mix which makes this blend enjoyable beyond just tasting like a smoky campfire. THE ROLLS ROYCE OF TOBACCO. Remember to use a pipe reserved for Latakia blends, too. I've smoked a decent amount of pirate Kake but realized I have never done a review. Leaves more than average moisture and requires a few relights and smokes at a less than medium burn rate. My Favorite Latakia forward blend, not for the smoker who only likes a touch of latakia, it has enough Burley and Virginias to keep it interesting, but the Latakia will take over. Found another chewy block of this magnificent cake at the great Jack's Tobacco Shop in Milwaukee. But as you go deeper the Latakia conquers the palate bringing with it an intensely rich, savory and smoky flavor. bulk of this blend, along with 4 oz. Pirate Kake has a steady latakia impact throughout the bowl and burns down to a fine gray ash - no dottle and very little moisture if smoked slowly. Second mistake: Burley has no proper taste; its a neutral tobacco without a specific taste. Well, no. I must say that I was surprised at the smoothness of this blend considering its very high latakia content. Sweet smokes everyone. It seemed to have dried out some, so I have tried rehydrating it. After smoking this I have since went back to an easier smoking blend an d I felt cheapened by the lighter smoke. The aroma was all latakia and the taste was pretty much the same. And I would recommend it smoked with a dark beer. Maybe I will try mixing it with something. A very cool, smooth, and pleasant smoke if you love Latakia. It is like smoking straight Latakia, really unsmokable! I think a 5% more of it and it would be a really great blend! for latakia lovers only and every one else too! Pirate Kake delivers a whopping dollop of 75% Latakia in the blend. I found this best in a small bowl as it can get kind of boring to my tastes in a large bowl. new from tin at b&m. I can see why some like this alot, and some who would never smoke it more than an initial bowl. I can't get it to bite, and the presentation (though messy to prepare), is outstanding. It has a lot of similarities to Penzance (including the iodine note identified by reviewer," GSTQ 12/27/2011" ). The blend smokes really smooth. Very pleasing billows a white smoke. A word about the aroma, I always thought this would send people running, but the other day I was with three other guys smoking cigars when I lit some PK, they all said how great it smelled. Well I was hoping to find something very strong as it's a Latakia Bomb but NO! The room note is very ok with me, but Im pretty sure that it would smell like Hell for someone who doesnt like cigar smoke or cigarette smoke. A Latakia lovers stand by for me. bomb! Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts Must try! Popped and greeted with the unmistakable aroma of a lot of Latakia. Its over 70% Latakia, so if youre not into Latakia, this probably isnt the blend for you. La latakia, su marcado sabor ahumado, y quizs unas notas algo dulces, protagoniza una mezcla que puede llegar a saturar a quien no adore la latakia. It is not biting my tongue at all, and I am puffing the Dickens out of the bacci. Theres a topping on this caramel, prune cant place it, but theres definitely a topping. I mix it three parts Dunhill Early Morning Pipe to one part Pirate Kake. This blend is smooth and cool smoking all the way down the bowl and though I don't have a "sophisticated" palate, I know what I like and this is a great smoke! All in all, a different and unique pipe smoking experience; it will not be in the regular rotation, and I would not seek out again. I have just finished my first tin of Pirate Kake, and feel like I'm in love! This left no moisture in the bowl. I feel like I'm the naysayer here, I read sooo many positive things about this blend. Tried this for the first time today. It has a smoked bacon with sharp provolone flavor !!! The hype is real. This is ready to go right off the brick. Well, Pirate Kake brings back fond memories of mother dear stewing daddy?s boots in the hard winter of ?78. This is the kind of smoke you'd like after eating a big steak. Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake Pipe Tobacco. From char to dregs lots of nice smooth, smoky latakia flavor with hints of minor components at times. I usually smoke Black Frigate and this is just a wonderful change of pace for me. An 8 oz. $11.90 - $36.98. I love the full-on tastiness of this tobacco Im going to bury (cellar) a ton of this treasure. Im glad I gave in and ordered this blend. We all know that to us Cyprus is famous for its Latakia, but I must wonder if this one is not prepared over orange wood fires (orange orchards being another forte of Cyprus). There is also some sweetness to the blend, but the factor that I can't quite describe is almost a menthol sensation. Which is exactly the Latakia taste I look for. Stouter than most of those "late evening" blends and a great way to end the day. Description. En toda la fumada el protagonista indiscutible es la latakia. This is one of hte few English blends I really like. My significant other, who is a real trooper for not complaining about me smoking pipes in the house, left the room as the aroma was a bit much for her. The first thing that hit me. It is surprisingly smooth and easy on the palate. I agree with earlier reviewers who think this is Syrian latakia. Oct 11, 2018. Still very good. It certainly doesnt disappoint and is a wonderful smoke. I cant seem to tolerate the nicotine rush associated with the more fuller bodied tobaccos. After having Covid in January, I discovered some of my olfactory senses didn't completely return for certain things. It isn't a very sophisticated, subtle or multidimensional tobacco, and it isn't suited for all-day consumption (in spite of the relatively low nicotine content). Create New Wish List; Facebook; Email; Print; Twitter; . The lat is very forward and pronounced in this. Blackbeard at his best!!!!! I will gladly "walk the plank" with this pirate anytime! Three and a half of five stars ----------------- Xmas 05 update. The smoke itself, is probably the thickest, creamiest, smoke Ive experienced. I've decided I would rather put my money towards PK. It smokes very cool with no bite whatsoever. The result is a kind of monochromatic, but what a great color! So keep yer bilge suckin grimy hooks outta mee tobacco, or itll be the locker fer ya all!! I only plan on smoking this on occasion myself. Cornell & Diehl: Pirate Kake 2oz Pipe Tobacco - Smokingpipes.com It's very mild and I wasn't pleased with it after my first try but I have to say: you must take it slowly because it's really something!Anyway, you can use it also for blending il you need a richer smoke.I like it and I will love it, I'm sure. Taste is a bit like a cigar for me. Nevertheless it is a smooth blend. Get this. This cake should hold together nicely as it ages in the Ball jar. Yo-ho Latakia La Bamba! Absolutely no indication of bite even when puffing vigorously. Loading was easy since this crumbled in to small pieces. This was the 1st time I understood "creamy" as a description for smoking. My go-to tobaccos are Billy Budd and 10 Russians but I reach for this several times a week and taste it for an hour or more afterwards. Your preparation and patience will pay off, by God. Bottom of Bowl: A nice build up of strength, still smooth, not quite as complex as Pease's Abingdon, but nevertheless still delicious. Yes, it is. in this blend that it tended to be rather 1 dimensional. Cannot recommend this enough! The impressive thing about this blend is that it has such a massive amount of latakia but somehow remains interesting and easy to smoke. As the description above notes, ? This is now the bar for me as far as taste and just a purely enjoyable smoke goes. So smooth I would describe it as creamy. Whether your tastes run to Virginia, Latakia, Burley, or Aromatic blends, you will find something to please you among the broad range of tobaccos they make.
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