The "Ham Bone" aspect disappeared. Latakia lovers delight! A gold-hearted thug of a blend. Do the laws of physics cease to exist?? 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. One dimensional taste. I get a creamy taste unlike any other tobacco I have yet tried. And that was only through the nose. It's smokey alright. Palette: Smells of rich peat, ash, campfire and a little spice. Overall I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves a good English blend this stuff is top notch and is cheap and available. While writing a review for Bow Legged Bear, I was reminded of how much it is akin to this. The tobacco seems dry enough when being rubbed out but is hard to keep lit without drying. As always YMMV. Cannot recommend this enough! 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. While I didnt pick up any dark chocolate from Pirate Kake, I did indeed find it to be buttery smooth (and slightly sweet, just like them caramels) and I also found it to be delectably salty some (and so the name, Pirate Kake perchance -- the salty)? . Definitely not an all-day thing, as it would become boring. Some may be surprised to see a healthy portion of Brown Burley and Turkish, but don't be fooled because Pirate Kake is a Latakia powerhouse. Very consistent flavor that was much to my taste of this very uniquely wonderful blend that really is for those looking for something different. Way too much for my taste, while I had taste smoking this sample. We got ourselves reacquainted. Order this. When you light up some Pirate Kake, nobody is going to be happy except you. bomb! Im a big fan of heavier Latakia English blends so I had to try this. It took a little work to get it going, but once lit, it stayed that way. I don't know it sort of reminds me of Bengal Slices (sort of). An occasional excess has its place in life, and Pirate Kake is an excess. I also get some almonds, vanilla, and a bit of anise/licorice. Details. This stuff is the bomb. I cannot compare it to the new and there is no way to even attempt to remember what it tasted like that long ago and whether 19 years improved it or not. Not much subtlety here folks, so do not come expecting a complex blend. It really is. The burley chimes in with that nuttiness that I alluded to in my earlier review and the oriental stands out a little more with some sour notes. Medium to strong nic hit with absolutely zero bite. In pipelore, this IS an "L-bomb" to be sure. Its superficial appearance and exotic middle-east aroma had an uncanny resemblance to a block of black Lebanese hashish, at least if my fading memory serves me correctly. Currently, I'm using this as a blending agent in place of straight latakia. 2 thumbs up on this. My suggestion, as always, smoke it slowly,very slowly in little medium vintage pipes . Used to smoke this semi regularly years ago. The impressive thing about this blend is that it has such a massive amount of latakia but somehow remains interesting and easy to smoke. The nice people (esp. LATAKIA! I love a good lat bomb every now and again, and this blend definitely scratches that itch. update July 2014** I decided to change the blend type of this tobacco to other primarily because I don't believe it is an English blend due to its high amount of Latakia. Pirate Kake 16oz. Similar Blends: Westminster, Star of The East Flake. This is an enjoyable Full Latakia Blend. Performance: A very cool burning blend. UPDATE 11-18-2009: I'm afraid I must contradict my own recent review of Pirate Kake. The good: This is fun stuff with its astonishing black brick of tobacco, and the initial taste upon light up is a wonderful, rich & intense, smokiness. Salty leather about sums it up. McClelland's Syrian Full Balkan with it's Syrian Latakia presents a different experience with it's heavy Latakia yielding a very cool smoke - so cool one could think the blend is topped with menthol. A Vitamin N bomb stronger than Nightcap. Don't get me wrong, this a good tobacco, but I don't understand all the fuss. I just finished a sample of this that I have had for a while even though it was a pretty small sample. Also this blend delivered the most pleasant aroma of any tobacco I've lit up before, and always gets me comin g back for more. I once bought a Dolly Parton record on the same basis, so my shallowness is not new. Patiently waiting to wreak your wife's opinion of pipe smoking in the house. Similar Blends: Smoking straight Latakia. Too much latakia and not enough flavor for my tastes. Apparently it was just too soon into my foray into pipe smoking, but when I tried it I was astounded at how dirty it tasted. A must for any latakia fan, especially at the great price it is sold in bulk (and the cake form allows you to cellar it without perceivable deterioration). This is a fantastic Latakia smoke! 8 ounces $21.20. My wife, 60 feet away doing some gardening remarked how nice this smelled. Similar Blends: Boswell Northwoods, Dunhill Nightcap. It burns surprisingly well for a big latakia mixture and it smokes so cool youll wonder if your pipe is even lit. The oriental is noted early on until about mid bowl and then its pretty much the lat that steals the show in pirate kake a very smoky campfire blend. This has become my regular go to mix : 50% C&D Pirate Kake and 50% Latakia. I foresee lots of Pirate Kake and Star of the East Flake in my pipe smoking future. It burns slow and lights easy. Top Notch. I was also surprised at the fact that I got a little bit of complexity out of this blend. Pirate kake is smooth, and it has a strong smell, but oddly enough my wife, who always complains about my smoke if it's not a sweet aromatic, came out once and sat next to me and said, "Whoa I don't know why I'm saying this but I like the smell of that." The burley is noticeable not so much for the taste but more so the nicotine hit that it helps provide. Next f ew smokes I broke it up just right and packed my bowl perfectly (when broken up correctly it packs really well). It lights and stays lit easily, smokes dry and clean with no bite nor moisture. Not an all day smoke, but a must try for the latakia/english lovers. This one has definitely crept aboard ship and stolen my tastebuds! blend and an occasional one, at that. Must try! No I did not say it was identical or state that it was the equal. The room note to me is exquisite! It seems, pretty much everything has been said already about this blend! Unlike Cornell and Diehls Tuggle Hall which you have to keep re-stuffing back in there. Anyway, I've been happy as a clam with this one and can't recommend it enough to English lovers. Recommended. Overall this is a must for any Latakia lover, but approach with an open mind and don't expect anything you might be more accustomed to. If you like Latakia, then this should satisfy you. I love how C & D presses the mixture into bite-sized chunks almost good enough to eat. Love it! Continuando il fumo pieno, cremoso ma sempre e decisamente monocromatico, un solo tabacco prevale su tutti: il Latakia. Alright, so after a lot of virginia and VaPer and VaBur in this summer I really missed some good latakia so I decided to open this tin of Cornell & Diehls Pirate Kake. Similar Blends: Dan Tobacco - Holly's Discovery. Pirate Kake is only for the true Latakia Lover, it has 70% Latakia in it , so unless your a big fan of Latakia, as I am, you may not want to buy over a sample to try. The pipe gods had spoken. The day is upon us.. When rotated with other blends (I smoked Virginias around this) it was really good, but trying to go bowl after bowl until the tin was empty was just too much for me. I love the kake format, and will buy more. 56g tin. you declare. Highly recommended to quite and cold winter nights. Not much to say beyond that. As everyone here says, its definitely a whim smoke (not your regular) and for the latkia fans. Have had only two bowls of it so far but it is enough to know that this stuff grows on you if you give it a chance. Easy stuff and no problems getting it lit. It is what it is. It reminds me of a fireplace burning in the wintertime, and brings back fond memories. I tried this blend which came recommended by my tobacconist, knowing that Old Ironsides is discontinued, and soon will be impossible to aquire. Being mostly interested in English blends this really satisfied my love of latakia. Comparisons are almost always inadequate and mistakenly imply some presumtion of superiority. But it is strange how the strong aroma of Latakia will start to grow on you. I was expecting it to be one dimensional, but while not complex, it's not boring either. Overall: This is for those who love Latakia, but want something that brings the best out of that fine leaf. This is by far the most ham-handed blend I've ever tried. If aye could curl up in a tin of this intoxicating tobaccy Id never see the light of day! The age has definitely blended the strong latakia toget her into the others. Similar Blends: GL Pease Odyssey and Quiet Nights.. Pirate Kake boasts a whopping 75% latakia, so if you don't like latakia you'll probably want to pass on this one. One of the best Latakia blends I've ever smoked.aka Latakia Bomb.. excellent. Get exclusive updates on all our fresh offerings, sales, and promotions -- right to your inbox. Appearance is a pressed briquette ("krumble kake"), rubs out to a coarse mixture of pieces and ribbon. Give it a try. I'm not talking of an even split, nowhere near, but they do lighten the flavoura smidgen! I was almost tempted to take a big bite off the brownie. 80 ounces/ 5 pounds $199.50. Given the simplicity of its composition, one might think, a priori, that it is easily imitable, and yet, in my opinion, it has its own personality, something that I highly value in a tobacco, since some blends are like "deja vu" of others, but this does not happen with Pirate Kake. The nuttiness of the burleys barely come through. Above all, smoke it slow. I can smoke several bowls in a row and enjoy its very full flavour. Second mistake: Burley has no proper taste; its a neutral tobacco without a specific taste. It also has a clean finish thats not heavy in the mouth. Very nice, i gotta get me some more of this. .faint musk of slaves, hmmm appetizing, I'd like to smoke me some o that. It lends itself well to smoking out of a cob, in my experience. Fear not the 75% lati for it is your friend. The tobacco is not super pressed, its easy to rub and easy to fill your pipe (unlike Seattle Pipe Clubs Plum Pudding). Smokes cool, lights easy, the latakia/cavendish/turkish blend is astonishing, I taste every component, but since it was pressed they are in such a harmonious balance. I took a long filet knife and cut it into 1/4 pound bars. Smoked in a new Missouri corncob to understand better the flavors and subtleties. Now the pros: all of them. Pipe Used: Icarus Stubby Apple, Self-Made Magnum Cherrywood. While the cavendish cut burley does not contribute to the taste in any way, it gives this blend a smooth, cool and even burn. I enjoyed the tobacco for what it's worth, but felt completely satiated for a while. My only disappointment with this was that I expected it to be a bit stronger and higher in Vit N than it was. . For three years now Ive been reading about Lat-Bombs in countless reviews, and I kept scratching my head: Ive smoked lots of blends with Latakia so what the hell is a Lat-Bomb? It's smooth as butter on the retro. Now for the pipe. I took the advice from one of the other commenters on this page and decided to spruce it up with some rum. I can particularly taste the cavendish cut burley when I exhale through the nose. I give it 3 stars. Who the hell could detect any casing or topping in this? First its a great tasting Lat-Tobacco. sold out everywhere This is a hefty stout LATAKIA, probally Syrian the way it is good and SMOKEY. I intend to smoke half of my stockpile fresh, but I'm also looking forward to how PK will taste with a little age, and the Latakia softened a little. No burn issues at all with minimal relights. I enjoy English blends in general but this is a bit over the top for me. Yes, it is. In turn, the Latakia keeps any bite from the spicy Turkish i n check. I love the slightly creamy and sweet flavor of this one. While keeping the flavor and satisfaction in my smokes. I was impressed with their giving it to me; it was a very attractive perfect little brick that I kept on my desk for a many months, just admiring its geometry and composition. Press J to jump to the feed. But i mixed about 60% of this w 40% of comoys #4 and majic happened. Pirate Kake is an interesting smoke, providing a full serving of Latakia. Yes, the Latakia is very present but the flavor is so much more: smoky, sweet, tangy and a light pungent flavor on the end. No amarga nada, y el sabor propio del burley solo se puede apreciar por su aporte de madera y terrosidad a la fumada. Verso la met si sente un lieve pepato e tostato, segno delle altre componenti, ma un accenno, nulla pi. Psstdon't tell anybody ;). Very pleasing billows a white smoke. I give this a 3.8 out of 4 stars and it gets rounded up to 4 stars for when I turned on my ceiling fan and as I watched the smoke roll out the windows I couldn't help but laugh .Har, Har, Har. if I had close neighbors what would they think? Peterson Savinelli Rossi. I mean that in the best possible sense. For it IS a fun and unique tobacco. Cornell & Diehl Bow Legged Bear Pipe Tobacco . I really like this tobacco once in a while, not an everyday smoke. LATAKIA! Could replace G.L. I am trying this out today as I wanted a full throttle Latakia smoke for a change of pace. I love that woodsy aroma and taste. Pirate Kake is nuclear. Conclusion: A very interesting and heavy blend. Well, Pirate Kake brings back fond memories of mother dear stewing daddy?s boots in the hard winter of ?78. Maybe it was the drink she was drinking and that it was at night. Also, or you use your bare hands to crumble it or a knife. Easy going. I would never have purchased this by just reading the 75 % Latakia, but trying this in the sampler was a very nice surprise! Many tobaccos with half as much bill themselves as "heavy" blends. Get some. It doesn't do anything that would keep me coming back to it. I agree with earlier reviewers who think this is Syrian latakia. This is an exceptional tobacco. I heard burning leaves and campfire from most everyone there. Dispite being mostly latakia it's actually not quite the punch in the mouth you'd think it would be. With the fragrantly smoky aroma from Latakia, this easily packed crumble cake already becomes my everyday rotation. Comes in a crumble cake form, like a dried out brownie. Probably it is the little Burley content in Pirate Kake which makes it my personal favourite among these Latakia-thunderbolts. It rubs out easy but it is messy. Tin note is sour and latakia, tin date is 102617. This was the last of 21 new blends that I recently worked my way through. This is for those dirty pirates!!! tastes like salty burnt brownies, generous latakia, very robust and flavorful, a tad too spicy though and noticeable tongue bite, breaks up very easy still I like it stays lit rite out of the tin little strong for me I dont know what else can be said about this blend. sample and I liked this blend so much, I ordered 8 ounces then 16 ounces sizes to store and smoke over time. Absolute yummy. If I could describe this blend in one word it would be creamy. The crumble kake really helps the flavor profile and to keep the moisture higher so it doesn't dry out. However, there is nothing better than this for Latakia -Lovers. Wow, this sure is a sucker punch in a baggie. The faint musk of slaves rowing in the galley below deck. My favorite so far. The overwhelming sensory overload of so much latakia might make some believe that there is "strength" in this mixture. But what does come as a surprise, even though this packs a heady punch of smokiness, there's still a small amount of room for the nutty Burley and woody Oriental's; the Burley more-so. The burn's consistent and incredibly even, giving off a smoke that's reminiscent of Sam G Balkan Flake: cool Latakia. Choose Options. A latakia-heavy cake? I tried to give it 5 stars but somethings messed up. The Creosote flavor is there, with a slight nutty undertone on occasion. ?.LOTS of exceptional Latakia? 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. Occasional notes of dark baker's chocolate, hickory, and brine. You can even just pack the kake bits. Description. The first thing that hit me. Loading was easy since this crumbled in to small pieces. Sounds weird maybe, but it is a sublime experience for the latakia lover. This is THE blend for the latakia lover! I prefer to not rub this one out or it will burn too fast on you. . Popped and greeted with the unmistakable aroma of a lot of Latakia. This is one you should try. How ever you choose to consume it, PK is a GREAT blend. 3 Stars, at the least. As far as C&D's products go, Greg Pease's Quiet Nights recipe has more of that creosote/Latakia flavor up-front. This leaves my mouth feeling bitten for a day or two afterwards. That being said, I wouldnt recomm end this to a Latakia newbie, I think itd be way too much. The other reviews describe it well. WARNING: Smokingpipes.com does not sell tobacco or tobacco related products to anyone under the age of 21, nor do we sell cigarettes. of exceptional Latakia accompanied by Turkish and Burley. As I worked my way through a two ounce tin I could not help but wonder if this was created on a dare. Rich, smooth, tasty. As my sample was small and I liked it, but yet was not blown away by it, I am giving this one three stars with plans to pick up a tin or two to try later. My all time Lat bomb. Not an all day smoke but one that we'll take you to Latakia heaven. And, I mean nothing. For instance, theres plenty, and I mean plenty of dark lush tasting latakia leaf here. I was pleasantly surprised by C&D's Pirate Kake though. Like a good childhood memory. By mid bowl I thought I was smoking granulated road tar ? Even at the full price it seems reasonable, so I will probably be buying more when I run out. No real complexity here but this is not a blend you sit and ponder over, you know exactly what you are getting and I like that sometimes. In fact, it's so much that after about two minutes into a bowl, I'm no longer capable of tasting ANYTHING, including the latakia. Sipping at this one, it didn't get too overbearing in its intensity of flavor. I will keep this in my rotation and continue to cellar as I go. Highly Recommended! Dont be put off by the 75% Latakia, as this smokes smooth as silk. Easy peasy Mister Pirate. To each their own, but Ten Russians is my lat bomb. Decrease Quantity of Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake Increase Quantity of Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake. Full in taste but medium in strength. Taste like how it smells. There are also people who like French fries with their ketchup and sushi with their wasabi. The savory flavor isn't too strong as to where you can't use this as an all day blend. I know, "BLASPHEME!" Highly recommended. I find this to be quite comparable to Penzance. no joke. All hands on deck, The blend is like a latakia mouth wash with yes, a very light minty after taste of sweetness. I was really looking forward to this. Nose is definitely noticeable but not overpowering as some here suggest or like some aromatics. My preference has always been for latakia forward blends but admit to having reservations to smoking anything that had a 70% latakia content. I like this stuff, its pleasant. Thank You C.and D. For making the best smoke I have ever had thus far!! Pam) at Cornell & Diehl gave me several free samples of this luscious pressed latakia blend. I also had trouble keeping it lit, and it was not the easiest to rub out from the rock hard cake bar it comes in. On the positive side: the "cut" (or presentation) of this cake tobacco is superb. Even Penzance is not as creamy as the Latakia used in PC. This may very well go up to four stars then. A little drying helps the taste a little and keeps your pipe dry. Apparently, it's recommended to try mixing this with some Haunted Bookshop, however I have not tried that yet. It has a herbal/ clove undertone to the smokiness that I get in Syrian Latakia. It sounds awful, but it wasn't. I consider wondefull, fully taste, flavour and scent. It's exactly what I have in mind when I think "strong tobacco" and that's a good thing. I like to rub this one out to be a fine ribbon cut consistency. As subtle as a cannon shot full o' nails and cast iron! 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. For me, it is sheer heaven and I could smoke it all day. Very complex tobacco that I'm glad I have more to sample! Cheers or, yarrrh! FREE Shipping on all US orders over $95 | When Will My Package Ship? Pirate kake has that nutty burly and the sour orientals in the background of a sea of Latakia. It stank. I only gave it a slightly lower rating bc I'm not sure a lot of people would like this. Usually I do not think I would like such a heavy latakia blend but this is good. MSRP: $68.00 Now that I am a major ity of the time pipe smoker, I enjoy a piratey blend like this. For a cigar smoker I think latakia is the way to go - Its a stronger flavor and extremely relaxing, that virginia stuff does not compare! It is easy to rub a little off and I didn't find the need for a knife as I have with other pressed blocks. It is a little less dense than others I've had and also not at all wet, for me it is presented with perfect moisture content, but some may find it a touch dry. This may truly be thee fynest treasure in the seven seas!! The dark and light leaf are easily distinguishable by sight. My sample is from 1995 or 1996 and was stored until 2001 without adequate moisture control. In the smoke the Latakia - even though being 75% percent of the blend - really smooth and silky. I am a Latakia lover, and have from time to time smoked straight latakia and turkish, but this may be too much. I like Latakia, but this blend gives Latakia a bad name. Pirate Kake does have a rich smoky flavor, but it lacks the compelling subtleties of blends like Odyssey, Penzance and Lagonda. Although next to Aromatics I find english to be what id burn but next to my top aromatics I would burn this very fine pirate cake. I had forgotten how nice that first blast of latakia is when it's lit. It is what it is and I enjoy it every time I choose it. The strength is mild-med, nic is mild at most. This burns well and maintains my attention from beginning to end. I'm taking to C&D's blends really fast and have yet to sample anything I have not enjoyed to the fullest. You can almost hear your girl complaining about this one already. Individual reviews are the opinion(s) of the contributor and do not reflect the opinion(s) This blend is a perfect example of how tobacco mixtures can be full flavored but still fall flat due to lack of nuance & slight to moderate shifts in complexity. I also detected an unusual Oriental scent when snorked, hold on.., it's a freshly split oak log with shellac coating scent ( Turkish?, Burley?),. Its not easy to get over here so Im glad I got some friends overseas who are willing to help out. 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. PK made the top 5 list. Still great stuff, but only for once in awhile, like after a charred steak dinner, or for when the urge for something immense and overpowering is desired. I will recommend it for latakia lovers, and who knows once I have more experience I will appreciate the tin more. Alla fine un Ottimo prodotto, se si sa cosa si compra. Stinky dirt!" Simply THE Best!!! I think a 5% more of it and it would be a really great blend! The Cavendish tries now and again, but about all it can seem to muster is to have a slight sweetening effect on the Latakia. I would leave it for an end of the evening smoke. Been a pipe smoker for over 40 years and Pirate Kake is some of the best ever. Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country. Description. If you prefer a five coarse meal over a simple dish, then the many flavors provided by PK will titillate your taste buds. C&D managed to hit a very nice flavor note! Oct 11, 2018. It is a spicy, full-flavour Latakia mixture accompanied by Turkish to add a significant Oriental twist. Maybe it isn't well balanced, but for an after-dinner smoke, when you have feasted on smoked meats, it is delightful. Another great C&D english. It is true to its word, but C&D could tinker the blend and do better. This is not a complex smoke. Pirate Kake is Latakia. Peaty sort of flavor to it. The Tobacco in Bulgaria report includes: Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends. perfect for everyone. Taste is very smooth, strong and stinky. After rubbing a chunk of this smoky ambrosia out it looks like I repair diesel trucks for a living. The Latakia used in this is top notch however and had a great taste. I ordered a one pound pressed block of this based on two things; 2. Smokey, like woodsmoke. Cup O' Joes Theres a lot of leathery smell in this one as well. Pirate?s Kake is a tease that ultimately leaves one unsatisfied. It crumbles apart easily and after some drying it packs very well and is burning even and steady. In summary, this seems to be a Penzance lite. The latakia is heavy, which is fine. What keeps this from being a total lat-bomb is the dry, mildly buttery sweet, woody, earthy, herbal, moderately spicy and floral, sour Turkish, which is noticeable in every puff. A full bowl of Pirate Kake burned slow and consistently. This is a good tobacco. I have to have a cup or two or three of coffee (or something stronger) with a bowl of this stuff. Bottom line: If you love a big dose of Latakia, then run and get some, if you don't this one may change your mind! It's not so much of that "campfire" Latakia taste as it is that mossy, damp, woody, nature-like taste. I had thought to contrast it with McClelland's Syrian Full Balkan (acknowledging differences between a ribbon vs. a pressed product). Roasting fish over a campfire I just got this an the first bowl I tried in a briar, just didnt do it justice. 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.

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