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Walnut by John Middleton
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I consider the three C&D blends of Old Joe Krantz, Haunted Bookshop and Riverboat Gambler to be closely related family members. However, I consider Riverboat Gambler to be the best of all three because, for me, it combines the best of the other two and then some!
Haunted Bookshop is a delightful and very mild blend. Virtually a non-aromatic. The extremely light topping strikes me as possibly just a touch of Anise. I consider it a non-aro. I enjoy the quality leaf, the easy light and comfortable smoke it delivers. I do highly recommend it. But you should also try the other two as well or you will be missing something.
This is an excellent blend for Burley lovers but it has a bit more character than a pure Burley. This is something that I welcome in a blend of this type.
Enjoy it. It could be an easy all day smoke if you are looking for one. It is a good investment and will likely not let you down.
My review at TobaccoReviews.com: http://tobaccoreviews.com/blend_detail.cfm?ALPHA=1&TID=1572
CLICK HERE: http://tobaccoreviews.com/blend_detail.cfm?ALPHA=C&TID=3117
I have about 30g of HB to trade if someone wants to try the TOTM. The Burley used in HB and OJK just does not suit me.
Later On
Dustin
Ozark Mountains, Arkansas
I agree with capt. Bob (although I have never tried RG)...HB and OJK are brothers...with Haunted Bookshop being the milder of the two. For me, it is OK...I really really wanted to like it a lot when I tried it, but I just think OJK is better...
HB itself is very lightly sweet and nutty...it can get harsh if overpuffed...but it is mild VA/Bur blend...good for something if you want to smoke it and not pay attention to your smoke...
Cheers,
Josh
About 9 months ago when I started smoking pipes I was smoking Half and Half and Carter Hall and getting into burleys. I ordered HB and really enjoyed it. A lot. It did really leave my pipes ashy tasting tho. When I finished my 4oz I was ready to move on to something else. The smell and taste of this will always remind me of my first months as a pipe smoker
I did enjoy its almost nutty musty taste tho.
My burley love is all directed towards Barbary Coast these days.
I concur with Captain Bob, but I would also had Three Friars. I consider it Old Joe Krantz's younger lighter brother. I do prefer OJK and Riverboat Gambler but when I want something lighter I would grab Haunted Bookshop. When something spicier is needed I'd grab Three Friars. I Think everyone should at least try it at least once.
Jack