The smokey latakia is up front (though I wouldn't consider it a lat bomb), and floral riding shot gun and mildly sweet in the back. But it goes south after that, being too one-dimensional. An enjoyable time except for the musk of the galley! I usually smoke Black Frigate and this is just a wonderful change of pace for me. It may get my additional half star again with aging. I've just ordered a bunch online and my point is, that like peaty scotch, this is an acquired taste. This is a definite tobacco. Burley provides body, added smoothness and aids in the creamy mouth-feel. Tin note is sour and latakia, tin date is 102617. Loading was easy since this crumbled in to small pieces. Or, at least I thought so. Cake breaks up very eas ily. bomb! The sheer quality of the condementals and the lack of virginia is what sets this blend very far apart from many of the other popular latakia heavy favorites in the Brotherhood of Latakia Junkies. I wouldn't even argue with reviewer,"Ecdycis 07/29/2012" on his "Menthol sensation", I know, it doesn't sound good but it's different and wonderful. Just the way I like it! The cons: It comes in a little brick - it look very suspicious. Delicious flavors mend together and form a smooth, rich English blended by the tobacco gods themselves. Smooth taste. This is the classic lat-bomb English blend. 60 (PK)/40 (Savinilli English) makes a great all day smoke but PK can certainly stand alone. TobaccoPipes.com. With a total of almost 9 years of age on my batch, the Latakia really tones down into something similar to Syrian Latakia. However, to me, this blend is terrific. Pipe Used: Invicta PSF POY 2014 Blasted Bulldog. On the positive side: the "cut" (or presentation) of this cake tobacco is superb. Age When Smoked . Being a Pirate Kake fan I'm starting to love some of the Captain Earle's offerings more and more. I give this 4Stars because it does not pretend to be anything but what it is. Mild nicotine. It is very similar to Old Ironsides but just a bit lighter in body. This is a wonderful blend that scratches the Latakia itch for me like no other. It is pretty strong, both in nicotine and aroma. if you liked 1792 but found iy just past your comfort level strengthwise the you should give this flavorful, after dinner smoke a try. I find the Ten Russians to be a slightly better balance than Stimulus Package. The Pirates won?t let you down. I just ordered more of this cake and can't wait to see what age does to its already perfect cake!!! If it were consistent from top to bottom this would be a five-star rating and my number one smoke. Smokes cool, slow, and extremely flavorful from char to dottle. Other than that, I believe this to be the perfect blend for true lover's of Latakia, it showcases the rich, velvety, smokey, slightly sweet, delectability of Latakia, while offering a robust, yet silky smooth, full smoking experience. Let me share with you that upon trying to stand after about a half an hour of smoking, I nearly fell over. I assume because it is in a crumble kake that the moisture content can initially be high, so maybe dry it a little before smoking to avoid steam/tongue bite. Smooth and creamy may seem incompatible with aformentiond sensations, but somehow it isn?t with Pirate Kake. I'd recommend packing half a bowl as even after you are done latkia will saturate your very being with creamy smoke scent. In my opinion, Pirate Kake is missing the added character, or that little bit of something extra that's needed to elevate it to the status of other top-shelf blends in its class. Not an all day smoke,. I'm sure this has something to do with my humidifying skills, so I usually only buy a couple of ounces at a time. When I first got back into smoking pipes, a local cigar shop was getting rid of the pipe products he had - apparently not enough pipes smokers in the area. It is also very consistent throughout the entire bowl. This offers a nice contrast to the G.L. I fear that I packed the top third too tightly. Really three-dimensional. So not only is this a must try for me but many thanks are owed to this blend and C&D. Moisture level is perfect for smoking. Without question, the different sized chunks of tobacco, with different blends of leaf, is at the root of the many different sub-flavors that manifest during the bowl. My only disappointment with this was that I expected it to be a bit stronger and higher in Vit N than it was. If you're a rum and coke drinker, this probably ain't for you. Thus the medium rating. To start let me say that pirate kake is the first tobacco that has ever made my hands look like that of a mechanic. All she said was ?that smells kinda strong.? No pretense is made about subtle reflections but instead, a robust presentation of flavors that complement one another well. Smoked in Dunhill Shell Briar (5109) 2004. A Latakia lover's treasure. Flavor - Yep, that's latakia! One of my favorite new tobaccos to try. Taste is med to full and consistent throughout. OMG!!! 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. I would not recommend it on its own, but mixed with some VAs or more Burleys to get the best out of it. If you don't like latakia, stay away from it. Peterson Savinelli Rossi. While I did enjoy this with a good jolt of black rum on the side at a party, I'm not sure it's a daily kind of smoke. A taste of old England! And it makes my beard smell really cool afterwords. I find PK to be a charmingly enjoyable blend, smooth as butter, rich with wood, earth and leather, along with some sweet coupled with sea salt (and a mineral-like element that I cant quite put my finger on its not quite soda-like but it sits right behind the salt). I find the blend very relaxing and I am still working through the sample ounce I purchased. While everyone is entitled to their opinion, these guys write it like it's etched in stone. Latakia is out front with maybe a hint of vanilla hidden way , way, way in the background. Opening the tin reveals a dark brown block that looks like a brownie. I don't think I will be buying it again. Stouter than most of those "late evening" blends and a great way to end the day. This is a good tobacco. It's Latakia in overwhelming amounts. The taste didn't turn me o ff, cause it certainly has a beefy bold smoky flavor to it, but it didn't keep me going with it either. Recommended. This is my first crumble cake, and I found it to be fun and easy to prepare. Buy the Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake 16 Oz Bag from the most trusted cigar, pipe, and coffee online store for over 25 years, CupOJoes.com. Popped and greeted with the unmistakable aroma of a lot of Latakia. Kinda like the O Douls of pipe tobacco. Whilst very heavy with Latakia it sips light and smooth, not at all like the Latakia laden English and Balkan blends I'm more familiar with. Just a great meaty smoke. Performance: A very cool burning blend. The rave reviews by you my brethren afficianados. Not nearly as overpowering as some say. I was actually searching for this kind of tobacco for a long time. The latakia here overwhelms this blend. Awesome!.. Details. Much better than Star of the East as an overall impression. It was good at first, then it started to wear on me. This was the last of 21 new blends that I recently worked my way through. Unfortunately to entire flavor profile deminished. I order this in bulk, not my usual choice. Deep flavor but not over powering. PK is an everyday affair for me, and it could be an all-day affair for many. Very consistent smoke and taste throughout the smoke. 4 stars because it is very special and unique + because a must try baccy. This is probably the best or 2nd best I've had. This has a very fresh tin aroma, almost perfume like. Some say its unidimensional. I don't know how long it will take me to smoke all this, but since I like to do a Latakia mainline once in a while just for a change, I will not mind having this in my cellar. The room note is sublime. A lot has already been said about it and everything that was said in favor of it is true. I smoked some the next day and I noted that it smelled similar to being in smokehouse. Hadnt been a fan of too many english blends but after getting this in the mail today, i have to completely agree with these other comments. The note is brighter and more lively than others,which serves to create it's own bold, lusty personality. The plug cut provides a very slow, peaceful, perfect, cool smoke. Meerschaum Man,smoking a 20 yr old CAO Bacchus. That being said for me even staying within the same company I think you get much more nuance and flavor while remaining a great smoke from Stimulus Package or Da Vinci maybe even Mississippi Mud if youd like black Cavendish. The cakes are easy to break apart and rub out nicely. A gold-hearted thug of a blend. Be prepared for a punch-in-yje-mouth Latakia kick. The tin I bought had perfect moisture and didn't need to let it sit out prior to loading up a bowl. I want to give this 4 stars but I will hold off as everytime I try this, I detect something diffrent? Very well behaved in the pipe. Please don't buy it and then tell everyone it's crap. An ode to Cyprian Latakia if there ever was one. I bought in a half pound of PK and Star of the East a month or so ago and am very happy that I decided to try this beautiful cake. Ok here it is pirate kake by cornell and Diehl. I love Lat. Those of you who enjoy latakia-forward blends are in for a real treat though, as the Orientals and burley add just enough balance to keep Pirate Kake from being a one-dimensional lat bomb. Similar Blends: Star of the east is somewhat comparable. I recommend this strongly if you are a Latakia lover. I separated it and have smoked at at different ages over the last two years and can honestly say it has only ever gotten better. :) Strength is mild to medium because you cant take a lot of vitamin N from the latakia or the oriental, maybe from the burley but I dont think its a lot of burley in this. As I break it apart the aromas of latakia fill the room and cover my fingers. Is it a Lat-heavy blend that explodes your palate in such a way as to make any and all future Latakia blends unpalatable? The expression Lat-Bomb has always been tossed about in such a disparaging way, I always assumed the term to be a pejorative one. If you have tried and liked 10 to Midnight, you will love Pirate Kake. Oh and it happens to just be the perfect pairing with a dark cup of muddy coffee. After smoking this I have since went back to an easier smoking blend an d I felt cheapened by the lighter smoke. This is a niche tobacco for latlovers. It's like coffee---I adore a perfectly balanced cup of single origin SL24 varietal Kenyan, but at a certain point, it's about the transaction. Non emergono gli orientali, meno che meno il Burley. I like this tobacco. It sounds awful, but it wasn't. 2oz Tin. I could make this a very short review and just mention that it is a fantastic Latakia, Burley, Oriental blend. And like other heavy latakia blends, this one tends to make me thirsty. To the Latakia lover this should be a delight. What's not to love? Full in taste but medium in strength. It lites well and stays lit right down to the end of the bowl. It brings back good memories. This is Lat strong, so if you don't like Latakia, take a pass. Pirate Kake is distantly similar in taste to CAO's Old Ironsides, but the Latakia content here is much more overwhelming. It lights easily and stays lit. Highly reccomended. Made from several high quality latakias including syrian and cyprian. For the Latakia lover who doesn?t care about anything else in the blend, this is probably the blend to get. The latakia is right in your face, yet it's smoothed out with the burley and orientals. The flavor is not very complex; it is quality Latakia center stage, with just enough Burley and Turkish to round out the edges. I can definitely enjoy a full english here and there. Thick and creamy with a bit if a sweet perfume-esque flavor to it. Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake Premium Pipe Tobacco Share Tweet Product Stock MSRP Price Qty Cart Pirate Kake 2oz Tin $11.25 $10.99 Save 2% + - Description Details A smooth, robust blend with LOTS (75%!) Very few relights, and is just heavenly. I always load my pipe the night before and let it sit overnight. As an interval, you get some sweetness and more often some sourness, all this in a good way. Not just the tongue tingle that spicy orientals give but a solid oriental leaf flavor under the latakia. Leaves my pipes dry as a bone. This is a premium smoking tobacco that i highly recommend. No Flavoring detected. The moisture is perfect, you can put it directly in the bowl or can leave it to dry as long as you wish. The smoke itself, is probably the thickest, creamiest, smoke Ive experienced. When you light up some Pirate Kake, nobody is going to be happy except you. Probably it is the little Burley content in Pirate Kake which makes it my personal favourite among these Latakia-thunderbolts. Now as excited as I was about all the hype I jarred it as soon as I opened it and promptly rubbed some out and filled my bowl. But, frankly, I just don't enjoy it. This was a blend I have been searching for because I love latakia but it is such a mild to medium and just tends to be low on the nicotine level sadly. Breaking off a chunk and rubbing it out with your fingers isn't difficult at all, but you might want to wash your hands afterwards. I smoke this whenever I desire to be entertained within a fast moving panorama of almost familiar sensations that build not to a climax and quiet farewell, but just keep rolling on as a caravan that one has disembarked. Do not be scared of the high Latakia content. It was my first experience with tobacco in this form as well. I like it. Tobacco being one of them. Highly recommended for those that heartily enjoy latakia, like I do. sold out everywhere ( And I think I got the better of the deal ) So if you are a lover of Latakia this should satisfy your cravings. I could not cut this with my fairly substantial pocketknife, only whittle on it, just like a hunk of decking. The smell in the tin is not very very strong. Packing and Lighting: It can be time consuming to crumble, but you must, or this will not light well. Room note? It's smoky but honestly not as strong as you would believe being 75% Latakia. The orientals are drowned by the Latakia and the burley, apart from mitigating the burnt cork taste of pure Latakia, does little. 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. I'm taking to C&D's blends really fast and have yet to sample anything I have not enjoyed to the fullest. Too much latakia and not enough flavor for my tastes. Black mostly in color with some remnants of what brown tobacco was there. If I could describe this blend in one word it would be creamy. The best way I can put this blend, is that if it were a movie, it would be about latakia, there would be a preview before the movie starring oriental, and the burley and virginias would be listed in the credits as gaffers or extras. Is there such a thing? I'm not quite ready to stock up on this one, but I will certainly buy more in the future. Most likely she won't let you smoke this one inside unless she's smoking it too lol. This comes in a Krumble Kake and was fun to break and crumble to prepare for the bowl. Alla fine un Ottimo prodotto, se si sa cosa si compra. I recommend this to any Latakia fan, and for anyone looking for a warm blend to smoke on a cold winter day. Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake 16 Oz Bag Cornell and Diehl. I love it. I can particularly taste the cavendish cut burley when I exhale through the nose. As you progress, the burley makes its presence felt with a note that reminds of baking bread and rounds the harsh edges of the licorice-like (in looks and taste) black weed. Not a good tobacco for a newbie or someone who likes aromatics. I don't get much sweetness, but it's not astringent either. Many tobaccos with half as much bill themselves as "heavy" blends. A wonderful last bomb. A smooth, robust blend with LOTS (75%!) I love the kake format, and will buy more. So I figured I'd go down to the liquor locker and pull out the Cruzan dark Rum. Ole Pirate Kake. After the first 1/3 it actually becomes boring. Similar Blends: the body and strength are very similar to Dunhill standard mixture, but the taste is unique.. Too much Latakia??? 3-4 lights to get going. This is Ambrosia for the Latakia lovers of the world. I cannot imagine a more mellow Latakia dominated blend. Nic dose is fairly low on this one, which surprised the heck out of me because the flavor is so over the top. . This is a very smooth and great smoking tobacco. So, I sat back down and enjoyed the rest of the bowl! But it really is a good tasting tobacco. Slow and careful smoking, as noted, will reveal a more complex flavor character than is on the surface. At the time i had no idea what Latakia was or why 75% matered at all. I sit at work, thinking about smoking a bowl when I get home. I also use Pirate Kake to soup up other tobaccos that I think would benefit from a little more latakia. So smooth I would describe it as creamy. I enjoyed Pirate Kake, and when this is gone, I plan on getting more. I enjoy a good Balkan or English blend, but not this much Latakia. You either love Latakia or you seldom partake in it. A wonderful smoke! The Krumble Kake's dark, and very easy to fluff and crumble, in fact, a large proportion has already crumbled in the pouch (I bought bulk). Pirate Kake delivers a whopping dollop of 75% Latakia in the blend. of exceptional Latakia accompanied by Turkish and Burley. But it is a flawed treasure. This is a superb blend of all those who experienced latakian mixtures. I only plan on smoking this on occasion myself. It comes in a crumble cake and like all the C&D cakes I've tried this one is easily breakable and crumbled nicely. I cant seem to tolerate the nicotine rush associated with the more fuller bodied tobaccos. Posted by Peter Fenerlis on 26th Apr 2022, GREAT TIN SMELL EVEN BETTER SMOKING AND ALSO SMOOTH. As it happens, latakia on its own is quite mild. Sweet smokes everyone. To many, this would be a heresy on the order of combining several single-malt scotches (perish the thought) or good wines. This pipe tobacco is in-stock & available at . It is now my go to and hav at least one bowl per day. I heard burning leaves and campfire from most everyone there. I highly recommend this blend to the inner-pirate in everyone! Because of the high concentration of lat, this blend is very smooth and leathery with campfire notes galore. It is top notch Cyprian leaf with solid Burley and Virginia's. Nevertheless it is a smooth blend. The room note is very strong. Yes its filled with Latakia to the brim, but as mentioned by blenders before, Latakia has this kind of event horizon, where if you use enough of it, its less of a lat bomb than blends with less Latakia. Pipe Used: Peterson 1910, Savinelli Autograph, Stanwell 30. Where's my jug o'grog? Ok Im on my river Roasting fish over a campfire. I tend to prefer it more in a condimental sense. Very pleasant smoke Great flavor. I tried to smoke this once while sitting at the barneedless to say I had to switch; no one likes its room scent except other latkia fans. In turn, the Latakia keeps any bite from the spicy Turkish i n check. A smooth, robust blend with LOTS (75%!) Very smokey and rich, but smooooth. I pack it somewhat loosly and it lights easily and burns nicely. Pirate Kake is more than just an English blend, it seems to be predominantly Latakia. In this case, Burley doesnt help the blend and it is necessary like smoking pure Latakia. Enough nicotine to keep me happy, enough stink to annoy the wife. Ten Russians is still the latakia heavy blend I reach for but this is a nice step down. Although this tobacco has a very high Latakia content it is not overwhelming. I will comment further when I smoke it again. A blast o' latakia smoke and sweetness that never gives quarter. This is my first C&D blend to try. Usually I only find it in blends with plenty of perique. This blend is a strong blend, but I do nt think I ll actually get a nicotine kick. All rights reserved. I smoke all kinds of English/Balkan stuff. Look is rather dark and one can see the 75% Latakia in this one. I suspect that how much one likes Latakia is in direct proportion to how much one will like the cake. Don't get me wrong, this a good tobacco, but I don't understand all the fuss. Addendum, June 16 2019: The extra aging has tamed the latakia a bit, bringing out the buttery sweetness a little more. I'm a big latakia fan, but this was even too much for me. This is it! It came at a time of several samples and got stashed away and, well, forgotten about. This is like an Autumn bonfire made of leaves in my mouth. of exceptional Latakia accompanied by Turkish and Burley. Flavorful and super relaxing. I guess aroma is all relative to your surroundings. I was able to sample this wonderful latakia nougat bar at the recent Chicago Pipe Show. And here I thought I was going to be an Aro guy! Very full and satisfying. The only one I am confident in saying I can taste is the burley. This stuff is ridiculously good. A cigarette is to be smoked. GArrr!! I won't attempt to break this one apart - the descriptions say it's got oriental, burley and cavendish. 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! I'm an experimenter, though, so I try all styles. Your preparation and patience will pay off, by God. I arrive at the front door of Valhalla, ring the bell and Odin greets me at the door. The lat is very forward and pronounced in this. Non una EM un Latakia tenuto sotto controllo dai due altri componenti. If I were stuck on an island and given the choice of only one tobacco, Pirate Kake (PK) would be my choice, except Id prefer the 8oz can, which I just added to my wish list. I don't have any problem smoking this. especially the Turkish, which I really like. I could give four stars for the presentation; it's about the coolest cake I've ever seen, but since it is almost straight Latakia, detract a star. I love latakia but this is not a daily bowl for me. I should have reviewed this tobacco long ago. A rich warm real tobacco flavour bath. I usually enjoy it earlier in the day and save the Penzance for later in the day after tea or dinner. The smokiness was evident through the unopened box. If you like sweet stuff with your latakia this just might fit the bill. Just too much Latakia for me. that just makes this blend too much for me. Any pipe tobacco shipped to a New York State address will be subject to the applicable state imposed excise tax (75% over the wholesale price) and appropriate New York State sales tax. The room note won't make you any friends (although my wife enjoys it), and any pipe you smoke it in will be ghosted forevermore, but it's worth it. Back then it was not called (Sea Scoundrels) either just Pirate Kake. Tasty and full , with excellent pack and burn qualities . Words cannot describe how enjoyable a smoke this is. About mid bowl it seemed to mellow out and I did get some nice sweet notes. In the pipe it was hard to discern the accompanying tobaccos from the Latakia. It also is not much of a crowd- pleaser in terms of room note. My wife likes the smell of this tobacco the best of all the tobacco I have, your wife probably won't. E99 is not as sweet and doesn't bring much Oriental and is very one dimensional. It didn't give me a headache or make my stomach hurt, so I will keep some Pirate Kake around for when the right occasion presents itself. That is the exact progression I went through smoking Pirate Kake. The aroma is immense, the taste surreal. Understatement of the year---"This is a blend for the Latakia lover" WOW. I like this so much! Latakia value on the planet. The latakia is smooth, even at 75%. Got a bit cellered right now to see how it turns out month by month. Totally my own fault : ). There's bounty to be had inside this little treasure chest! Although is is the Cake cut,it is easy to rub, burn easy and slow, and the pipe remains easy to charge. 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. Latakia heaven. If there is such a thing as heaven, for latakia lovers the streets of heaven must be paved with pirate kake. I started by trying a 2 oz. Intensified if you will. Being mostly interested in English blends this really satisfied my love of latakia. So much good stuff, you'll want to exercise restraint and reserve its enjoyment for once-on-a-blue-moon situations. (how many times did I say smoky so far? Has a strong room note but loved by everybody had the "luck" to experience it. It is unidimensional and stays the same throughout the smoke, again, not a bad thing. Pirate Kake is a pressed blend from Cornell & Diehl with mild nicotine strength, but big flavor & taste. Age When Smoked: Fresh off the Pirate Ship. 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. This is a pretty powerful blend that has plenty of flavor as well as Vitamin N. The tin note reminds me of leather and farmland. 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.
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