Tambolaka: Friend or Foe?
Aug 2, 2018 19:07:31 GMT -5
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Post by Cramptholomew on Aug 2, 2018 19:07:31 GMT -5
I know, it's probably bad form to write a review after only one bowl. But, in this case, I've been chomping at the bit to smoke and review this tobacco.
A very generous soul from this forum saw a post I made awhile back, and sent me some to try. (Love this place!)
I cut the long leathery strands as finely as I could with my chef's knife (basically cube cut), and set it out to dry for about an hour. I packed the bowl somewhat firmly, which resulted in medium resistance upon puffing.
It lit up right away, with almost no need for a tamp. There was hardly any bloom at all. The first flavor I was met with was charred beef, and a little bit of rubber. It was very reminiscent of a brand of Argentinian cigarettes I smoked years ago, that was so strong it hurt my teeth when inhaled. I puffed a bit too quickly at first, and found myself with some 'baccy hiccups, along with angry nasal passages when snorked. I slowed my cadence, and proceeded on. Further in, the flavor changed to a very dark Maduro, with strong leather, a hint of diesel, and even something bitter, almost like straight citrus oil, without the perfume.
It smoked VERY well, down to the bottom. I only had one relight. There was NO bite whatsoever. Tambolaka is very strong in flavor with medium nicotine. I was very surprised, as it was nothing like I'd imagined. It was far more palatable than I thought it would be. That said, it is certainly not an all day smoke.
I will definitely finish the sample that I have, but it will take me awhile. If you can get your hands on some, it's worth a try.
Tambolaka: Friend with a sharp tendency towards sarcasm.
A very generous soul from this forum saw a post I made awhile back, and sent me some to try. (Love this place!)
I cut the long leathery strands as finely as I could with my chef's knife (basically cube cut), and set it out to dry for about an hour. I packed the bowl somewhat firmly, which resulted in medium resistance upon puffing.
It lit up right away, with almost no need for a tamp. There was hardly any bloom at all. The first flavor I was met with was charred beef, and a little bit of rubber. It was very reminiscent of a brand of Argentinian cigarettes I smoked years ago, that was so strong it hurt my teeth when inhaled. I puffed a bit too quickly at first, and found myself with some 'baccy hiccups, along with angry nasal passages when snorked. I slowed my cadence, and proceeded on. Further in, the flavor changed to a very dark Maduro, with strong leather, a hint of diesel, and even something bitter, almost like straight citrus oil, without the perfume.
It smoked VERY well, down to the bottom. I only had one relight. There was NO bite whatsoever. Tambolaka is very strong in flavor with medium nicotine. I was very surprised, as it was nothing like I'd imagined. It was far more palatable than I thought it would be. That said, it is certainly not an all day smoke.
I will definitely finish the sample that I have, but it will take me awhile. If you can get your hands on some, it's worth a try.
Tambolaka: Friend with a sharp tendency towards sarcasm.
Thanks for the review.
