Peterson's University Flake Pipe Tobacco Reviews

The tin opens to reveal dark, reddish-brown slices of a dry, easy-to-crumble texture. A peaty tobacco aroma reminds me instantly of Edgeworth Sliced and a distinctive, fruity top note triggers confused memories of Amphora Red, Saint Bruno and Erinmore Flake. Raspberry? Orange? Pineapple? Could this be a candy-like smoke? It sure smells like it, but I hope not, that's not what I was anticipating.

Well... The first few puffs and their sidestream smoke can deceive with their sweetness. However, the experience of a high-quality burley smoke kicks in rapidly and takes over.

As is traditional with many fuller British flakes, the aromatic flavouring here is ever-present, but the gutsy tobacco taste is even more important as it deepens and mellows out while smoking. The strength and gentle spiciness that accumulate make this another tobacco-lover's tobacco.

This is one of the few flakes that I've tried that is built on the dense, nutty flavor of matured burley and the result is quite successful. Slow- and dry-burning with lots of body, I especially enjoy this as a relaxing late-night smoke. The room aroma that it produces is as pronounced and pleasant as its flavor.