There is nothing quite as enjoyable as sitting down in the afternoon sun with a cappuccino, a good book, and a pipe. This is the best 'me-time' when I can wind down, and properly appreciate the finer things in life... of course, it is more enjoyable in the summer than winter, but at least today was sunny and dry albeit the chilling north wind...
My favourite tobacco varies between the Coniston non-aromatic and the Coniston aromatic, and in fact, if I cannot decide between the two- a mixture of both is very enjoyable. The Coniston aromatic, in comparison to the non-aromatic (both by makers Gawith and Hoggarth) has a bit more tar, is a bit sweeter, and is slightly more difficult to smoke- in that it goes out more easily... I am a well-seasoned pipe smoker, but the Coniston aromatic usually goes out for me about two-thirds of the way through. Of course, much of the reason for tobaccos going out is due to the pipe, and the way you pack it. In regards to flavour, I believe it has more depth than the non-aromatic (my colleague may disagree), but as is usual with aromatic tobaccos, it has a slightly soapy aftertaste... Fortunately this aftertaste is hardly noticeable in comparison to some other aromatic tobaccos. The Coniston also produces a moderately heavy smoke, and is great for blowing smoke rings- provided there is no wind... Finally, the tobacco also has a very long life; with most tobaccos a full bowl smokes for about a half-hour to forty minutes, but I can get an hour out of the Coniston aromatic.
The Coniston aromatic is certainly a tobacco worth a try. If you decide it is too aromatic, mix about 1/3 aromatic with 2/3 non-aromatic, just to give the non-aromatic Coniston a bit more depth.
- Flavour: 9/10
- Smoke Sweetness: 7/10
- Tar (1=wet, 10=dry): 3/10
- Value for Money: 7/10
- Indulgence Factor: 8/10
- Overall Rating: 9/10
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