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Post by Wolfman on Oct 13, 2018 7:34:12 GMT -5
I first tried Balkan Supreme last summer after receiving a generous sample from one of our members (thebriarpatchforum.com). It lasted about a week. This review is based on that sample and many subsequent bowls.
Sometimes a smell or odor reminds me of a person or event from my past. This can be pleasant, but sometimes not so much. In the case of Balkan Supreme, the tin note took my mind on a journey that I could only describe as intoxicatingly nostalgic.
It’s a cold, clear and very quiet night. I’m alone in a rural setting. It’s likely late November. The stillness is broken when I smell smoke from a nearby chimney. That’s my impression of the tin note.
The tobacco barely contains any moisture. Upon lighting, my olfactory senses are blissfully flooded. I note wood, incense, campfire notes , and a mouthwatering citrus-sour note that’s sweet. It’s essentially smokey, leathery, and creamy.
It burns at a moderate pace. It’s full in body, and the nicotine level is slightly less than medium. It’s never harsh, even with quick puffing. It smokes well in cobs and various briars.
Balkan Supreme is not an all day smoke. It works best for me at the end of the day. I highly recommend it.
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Post by Quintsrevenge on Oct 13, 2018 7:51:55 GMT -5
I first tried Balkan Supreme last summer after receiving a generous sample from one of our members (thebriarpatchforum.com). It lasted about a week. This review is based on that sample and many subsequent bowls. Sometimes a smell or odor reminds me of a person or event from my past. This can be pleasant, but sometimes not so much. In the case of Balkan Supreme, the tin note took my mind on a journey that I could only describe as intoxicatingly nostalgic. It’s a cold, clear and very quiet night. I’m alone in a rural setting. It’s likely late November. The stillness is broken when I smell smoke from a nearby chimney. That’s my impression of the tin note. The tobacco barely contains any moisture. Upon lighting, my olfactory senses are blissfully flooded. I note wood, incense, campfire notes , and a mouthwatering citrus-sour note that’s sweet. It’s essentially smokey, leathery, and creamy. It burns at a moderate pace. It’s full in body, and the nicotine level is slightly less than medium. It’s never harsh, even with quick puffing. It smokes well in cobs and various briars. Balkan Supreme is not an all day smoke. It works best for me at the end of the day. I highly recommend it. Thank you for the review sounds like something , I may like to try. I only see it available in a few places. Is it going away ? |
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Post by Legend Lover on Oct 13, 2018 7:56:03 GMT -5
Ahhh. Good to see you reviewing again. Excellent review. It would make me go out and buy it.
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Post by Cramptholomew on Oct 13, 2018 9:19:13 GMT -5
Great review, Wolfman. This is a favorite of mine. |
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Post by roadsdiverged on Oct 13, 2018 9:22:01 GMT -5
It is DELICIOUS, great review Sam.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2018 9:29:20 GMT -5
Sam, thanks for this. Mine came dry too, so that's good to know. I have similar experiences with scents. That is one of the reasons I took up the pipe again. Great stuff
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2018 11:15:21 GMT -5
Another excellent review Sam, I look forward to reading whenever you review a blend 👍👍👍 I know you enjoyed Hearth & Home WhiteKnight, not sure if you’ve smoked BlackHouse. How would you compare Arango Balkan Supreme to the H & H blends you smoked often? “ KEEP THOSE REVIEWS COMING “!!!
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Post by Wolfman on Oct 13, 2018 11:34:39 GMT -5
Thank you guys. @lonecoyote Somehow, I’ve managed to restrain myself from opening a tin of BlackHouse. But in 19 days, it party time! It’s been a long time since I smoked any, so I’ll have to do a few side by sides.
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Post by Wolfman on Oct 13, 2018 11:36:25 GMT -5
Ahhh. Good to see you reviewing again. Excellent review. It would make me go out and buy it. Thank you. It was your encouragement that gave me that final push. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Oct 13, 2018 12:19:37 GMT -5
Ahhh. Good to see you reviewing again. Excellent review. It would make me go out and buy it. Thank you. It was your encouragement that gave me that final push. I'm glad I could help. |
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Post by monbla256 on Oct 13, 2018 14:02:11 GMT -5
Have been smoking ABS for about two years now and for me, it is THE ONLY Balkan I'll smoke! Having smoked 759 for almost 30 tears I'd have to say this blend comes the closest to it available today. It smokes the same and tastes almost the same and even looks the same as that old classic! If you want to take a step back in time and like Balkans buy this buy the # ! I do !!  |
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Post by Dramatwist on Oct 13, 2018 14:07:23 GMT -5
Have been smoking ABS for about two years now and for me, it is THE ONLY Balkan I'll smoke! Having smoked 759 for almost 30 tears I'd have to say this blend comes the closest to it available today. It smokes the same and tastes almost the same and even looks the same as that old classic! If you want to take a step back in time and like Balkans buy this buy the # ! I do !! ^^^...what Michael said goes for me, too... ^^^ |
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Post by roadsdiverged on Oct 13, 2018 14:59:27 GMT -5
Thank you guys. @lonecoyote Somehow, I’ve managed to restrain myself from opening a tin of BlackHouse. But in 19 days, it party time! It’s been a long time since I smoked any, so I’ll have to do a few side by sides. You wont regret it! |
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Post by haebar on Oct 13, 2018 15:04:49 GMT -5
Fantastic review Wolfman! I'm looking forward to trying this blend! |
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Post by antb on Oct 15, 2018 3:15:01 GMT -5
Thanks for the review, Sam.
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