I love a good lat bomb every now and again, and this blend definitely scratches that itch. This may very well go up to four stars then. Conclusion: A very interesting and heavy blend. . The smoke is abundant with each puff, and I guess some would probably find offensive. I was almost tempted to take a big bite off the brownie. Pirate Kake is kind of a one note smoke; it doesn't really seem to have any complexity to it. I smoked it moist, and it got very very hot. In the smoke the Latakia - even though being 75% percent of the blend - really smooth and silky. of Latakia, plus Turkish and Burley. Recommended. Hours of Operation: Our website is always open and you can place an order at any time. At first puff, you may think this will be a one-dimensional smoke, but soon the latakia smooths off to a very rich, heady, slightly sweet smoke. Powerful, smooth and very rich. Get exclusive updates on all our fresh offerings, sales, and promotions -- right to your inbox. Stinky dirt!" This is Ambrosia for the Latakia lovers of the world. I took this to mean that the Pirate Kake was very moist - and that is the case. This is a very smooth and great smoking tobacco. To start let me say that pirate kake is the first tobacco that has ever made my hands look like that of a mechanic. If this were my pirate ration, I'd have tossed myself overboard before the thieving and pillaging even started. This has a very fresh tin aroma, almost perfume like. Needs some dryout time or you may get a toungue bite. Even though I only like Latakia in very small doses, I dared to pack a small clay bowl full of Pirate Kake. Gli aromi a crudo sono spiccatamente di affumicato e torbato, segno di un ottimo Latakia, ma preponderante, anche spezzando il plug non emergono altri sentori. Relights are much less frequently on the bottom half of the bowl, in fact, it is burning quite well. Some people have talked about tongue bite, but I have not experienced this. Midday and your palate could be shot for quite awhile, perhaps until tomorrow or the day after. Latakia value on the planet. Pirate Kake is distantly similar in taste to CAO's Old Ironsides, but the Latakia content here is much more overwhelming. Share 0 Tweet 0. This stuff is ridiculously good. It's an insult to call it one dimensional like it's some chemical-soaked, aromatic garbage tobacco. Similar Blends: Westminster, Star of The East Flake. And at $25 a pound this is a marvel of modern, um. 60 (PK)/40 (Savinilli English) makes a great all day smoke but PK can certainly stand alone. Similar Blends: Smoking straight Latakia. Another draw on the pipe and the taste changes to that of a herbaceous confection and a middle filled with tuberous roots that are nicely toasted to a slightly bitter but still tasty treat. It's just too much of it to the point of making it monochromatic. The burley is noticeable not so much for the taste but more so the nicotine hit that it helps provide. My significant other, who is a real trooper for not complaining about me smoking pipes in the house, left the room as the aroma was a bit much for her. Since it is a lat bomb, obviously Latakia is the star player here and pretty much what you are going to get. IMHO better than Penzance. All in all, a different and unique pipe smoking experience; it will not be in the regular rotation, and I would not seek out again. If you love Latakia, give it a shot. Will be ordering a couple lb pound bags next 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. However, to me, this blend is terrific. seriously, if you even think you like Latakia, try this. If I could describe this blend in one word it would be creamy. If there were negative stars, Pirate Kake would earn them. So ill be blending the reat of this kake w either the comoys or LNF as the blend was so good i was thinking about my next bowl before i was even halfway done w the first. If you enjoy Latakia (and I do), you'll love it. Pirate kake in the little devil cob this morning. 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. Overall I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves a good English blend this stuff is top notch and is cheap and available. I would not recommend it on its own, but mixed with some VAs or more Burleys to get the best out of it. Since in bulk I broke it into three big pieces and put it in a mason jar. The Latakia is delicious, thick, and creamy. 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. Meerschaum Man,smoking a 20 yr old CAO Bacchus. Full, dense, aromatic taste leaves nobody indifferent! Thought a pirate would enjoy a smoke with more kick. So, for all the dark brooding color range, somewhat ominous tin aroma and all the bluster; this blend smokes in a very civilized way and I have no problem recommending it to fellow smokers. Burns all the way down and leaves the pipe dry and clean. This blend burns slowly and is exceptionally cool. It's surprisingly sweet and well balanced for such a wallop of latakia. The pirates have commandeered and taken up residence in my pipe. I guess I am one of the lucky ones, I can smoke Latakia in the house. Made with the Latakia lover in mind, Pirate Kake is a pressed blend from Cornell & Diehl with medium strength and a substantial taste. You have to appreciate what Latakia brings to the table to enjoy Pirate Kake. It is also very consistent throughout the entire bowl. Pirate Kake 16oz. I think I'm ready to have a bowl of it on it's own. Latakia heaven. This stuff is just a sweet, smokey, Latakia and makes no pretense about it. I was pleasantly surprised by C&D's Pirate Kake though. The Kake easily breaks apart, easily rubs out. Hermit Tobacco Works Co. - Captain Earle's - Ten Russians, Dan Tobacco - Old Ironsides (American History Mixtures). This would be good broken up and mixed with an overly tangy red virginia. Each breath of the smoke leads me on. I was told that this blend is 70% latakia, and I believe it. Smoked in Dunhill Shell Briar (5109) 2004. There are latakia blends, there are heavy latakia blends and then..there's Pirate Kake. Flavor, room note, strengththis has it allwhat a great smokeExceptional Blend. I'm taking to C&D's blends really fast and have yet to sample anything I have not enjoyed to the fullest. . It is a good blend but could be better if it were 50% latakia, 30% matured Virginias and 20% orientals, in my humble opinion. LATAKIA! sigh. Cornel & Diehl Pirate Kake Tin Pipe Tobacco. 56g tin. Shopping I got this as a sample and was not sure I liked it at first but I found that after smoking it several times it began to grow on me. I detect no other tobacco flavor but Latakia, which happens to be high quality, but definitely not my thing in this quantity. Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares. Indeed most of the tobacco is black, just a little bit of gold leaves. ?.LOTS of exceptional Latakia? It takes a bit of patience to light, but once it gets going it lasts for a very long time. Older and wiser (temperature baby!) No Flavoring detected. As always YMMV. Pipe Used: meer. Call us at: 843.491.4150. I find I rather like it. It reminds me of a fireplace burning in the wintertime, and brings back fond memories. The flavors are mostly Latakia, Latakia and a little spice from the Turkish tobaccos. Pirate kake is no exception. In my opinion it is inconceivable a mixture with 75% of Latakia because it is impossible to detect any other taste. Its over 70% Latakia, so if youre not into Latakia, this probably isnt the blend for you. In turn, the Latakia keeps any bite from the spicy Turkish i n check. It is not a Latakia bomb; Orientals plays a co-leader role. Definitely a strong peaty highland single malt like Laphroaig or peat monster. I think you could improve any blend with the addition of PK, most aromatics excepted. Purchased From: JR Cigars, Statesville, NC. This blend always takes me to the fall season in Michigan, no matter what time of year. Slipped a nother cob into the arsenal yestiddy. The older it gets, the saltier it gets. Although there is reportedly 70%+ Latakia in this blend, it is smooth and satisfying with addition of other tobaccos. I don't think I will be buying another tin, but it was a good experience. We got ourselves reacquainted. Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake Premium Pipe Tobacco It seems to have a topping but it contributes to the excellent flavor. I ordered 4 oz. tin. The included Turkish is also very high quality and the perfect compliment. This is primo condemental that is extremely smooth and creamy with smoke so thick you can eat it. Maybe not a daily smoke for most people, but definitely something to have on hand. Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake Pipe Tobacco. Aaaarrrrrhhhhh. Be prepared to be shunned! MY GOSH! It lites well and stays lit right down to the end of the bowl. One of the best tobacco purchases I've made so far. However, even if this blend is quite straightforward it is helped by the turkish. Upon the initial false light, I noticed an interesting flavor: a slightly sweet, dry, yet herbaceous taste. I could maybe see this in my rotation, or as a treat when I have a little time to enjoy a pipe on a lazy morning, but can't see myself smoking this daily. Tobacco is soft and dry. I had a very tough time finding any other flavor to come through from the Burley or Turkish tobaccos. Similar Blends: Hermit Tobacco Works Co. - Captain Earle's - Ten Russians. It can be a bit tough to get lit though. Pre light draw is sweet latakia and some oriental notes. A few more than average relights are required and that is okay with me. The pressed cakes are good looking, somewhat moist and tightly pressed. I am not tasting the complimenting Oriental flavors, as I do in Penzance. Therephore,it will compose mixtures simillar to "your own English type" Also,is a tobacco of the type that i like: is not strong in nicotine, bu strong il flavour, scent and taste. Our Little River, SC showroom, Low Country Pipe & Cigar, is open 10am-7pm US/Eastern Monday - Saturday at 2 Hwy 90 East, Little River SC, 29566. Smoke it really slow and steady to truely enjoy the experience. Pairs great with a nicely aged tawny port, or a Macallan Cask Strength. Only if we can get aromatics to taste and smell like this then we'll be cooking with gas big time or maybe i just havent came across one yet to satisfy my smoking pleasures. To each his own. This is an enjoyable Full Latakia Blend. (I dont pickup room note myself when I smoke but my wife said it smelled like hind end FWIW). This is not a complex smoke. This is a real acquired taste. The Cavendish mellows out the obtrusive, musty aromas and settles the blend for smooth smoke - exactly as in Pirate Kake. Interested in this product? Smoke it slow! SmokingPipes.com This is an ideal evening, or after dinner smoke. How can you claim no nuance in well balanced blends but nuance in a 70% Lat bomb? If you dig latakia alot try it . Just beware of the extremely strong room note: while not particularly nasty (unless you hate latakia), its ghost will haunt your house for many days, haunting your house!!! I am a Latakia, English blend, and Virginia blend lover. The main flavors I pick up are a dark leather mixed with an earthy peaty taste, with a subtle sweet/smooth undertone. Looking up at the riggings er ceiling I noticed smoke hanging pretty well. Similar Blends: Dan Tobacco - Holly's Discovery. If you enjoy latakia forward blends that bring hints of incense, I do highly recommend this one. I don't know it sort of reminds me of Bengal Slices (sort of). Watch out,if smoked too fast you will get a big punch. The cake / brownie is easily dismantled into crumbs that are easily loaded into the pipe. If aye could curl up in a tin of this intoxicating tobaccy Id never see the light of day! I love that woodsy aroma and taste. I immediately thought of a bouquet of dried herbs. I first acquired pirate kake to better understand latakia and I did learn that, too me, there is such a thing as too much of it. . Cornell & Diehl Bayou Night Pipe Tobacco $3.86 - $232.75. Very consistent flavor that was much to my taste of this very uniquely wonderful blend that really is for those looking for something different. Smooth, super tasty. Also very mild nicotine, so you can smoke all day - and believe me, I wish I could smoke it all day. I can't detect other content in it, than latakia and some latakia blended with a pinch of latakia. This is a fine smoke for a snowy winter night, I will be ordering up the one pound bag very soon, this one is a winner. I pick up a lot more sweetness, with a pungent sourness, like cherries that aren't quite ripe yet. As an occasional smoke it's ok, but when I finish the tin I probably will not purchase more. The cake crumbles good and packs well, I like to put the finer rubbed out pieces in the bottom and top with some fat chunks in the middle. With a little Burley and Oriental for balance, youre going to like this blend. LATAKIA!!! The burley and orientals help prevent the Latakia from being completely overpowering. Easy stuff and no problems getting it lit. Choose . Los orientales, sin poder notarlos en si, se puede decir que aportan ese toque de equilibrio y aromas, que permite saborear con gusto una mezcla que por su cantidad de latakia debera de ser de difcil fumada. It is incredibly complex considering the fact that this stuff is the equivalent of putting a freight train in your pipe. I just can't say enough about this tobacco except, try it for yourself, it is pure heaven!!! I like it, but not sure if I'll buy more. I would personally recommend a little drying time for this, as it is a little too moist for my personal tastes. NOTHING. Final thoughts: if you get bored with all the medium strength english blends, and want something a little stronger tasting then pick some of this up and throw it in your rotation for the nights when you feel you just need something extra. It is not the smoothest and certainly not the roughest but it is full of flavor and delicious in my opinion. It is absolutely exquisite. While everyone is entitled to their opinion, these guys write it like it's etched in stone. I think it should be renamed Pirate's Death Wish. Pease balkans I smoke like abingdon, kensington, caravan, and so on. Same thickness, same density, and some of the same smell. I love the slightly creamy and sweet flavor of this one. This is a smooth, robust tobacco, with awesome smokey , and nutty, and woody tastes. Just rip off a hunk, rub it out and smoke yourself to contentment. PK is an everyday affair for me, and it could be an all-day affair for many. This is an exceptional tobacco. Enter 32 in quantity box for 2 pounds. Had a little bit of a time getting this to light with the high latakia content, but it worked in the end. They're almost like little bars of hashish, which of course, I never inhaled. C&D managed to hit a very nice flavor note! Captain Earle's: Private Stock 2oz Pipe Tobacco Product Number: 003-463-0004. A nice Latakia bomb. I recommend this to any Latakia fan, and for anyone looking for a warm blend to smoke on a cold winter day. A favorite for special occasions, definitely not an all day smoke for me. Cornell & Diehl Pirate Kake Pipe Tobacco Can - 2oz Just sitting in my apartment in south holland, enjoying a big old bowl of pirate kake and a delicious raw winter carrot. Still very high. . And I would have to agree. Second mistake: Burley has no proper taste; its a neutral tobacco without a specific taste. Nice and creamy latakia, indeed. Latakia heaven on earth. The savory flavor isn't too strong as to where you can't use this as an all day blend. 8 ounces $21.20. Theyre just a better smoke. Think a peaty scotch and some nuttiness for the most part. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts The latter of which adds a nice nutty sweetness to the blend. I wanted to test it to make sure so I left the den for a few minutes to get a drink and came back to rolling smoke and a room that had a pleasant rich and smoky smell that was strong like there had been a pillaging and plundering and burning raid in the room.. there were even bodies laying there in the smoke.. oh wait those are passed out collies taking a nap. Don't know what made me think to do this but I loved it, there, in the background. One must either have a fried tongue or be a masochist to enjoy Pirate Kake. If you like well done, heavy Latakia blends, Pirate Kake fits the bill to a T. The Latakia is so tasty in this blend an exciting smoke from top to middle and ends quite well wont be disapp Loving every minute of it, waste not, this Lat bomb if beautiful. Firstly, this tobacco is a Lat Bomb and definitely only for latakia afficionados. Similar Blends: Mac Baren - HH Vintage Syrian, Solani - 763: White and Black. This is for those dirty pirates!!! The hype is real. The single clarion note LATAKIA is all you get. I smoked a 1oz sample of this in my nicest pipe, a Jirsa bulldog. Boring, one dimensional lat. 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. I really want to like it, but it's too strong. The smoke was heavy yet disappeared quickly, but whether I sipped or puffed it stayed heavy until half way down the bowl when it grew even thicker and did not disappear. This is a Latakia bomb? Non credo sia una occasione mancata della C&D, la scelta di un tabacco Latakioso praticamente puro. I love latakia. Will save this for chilly, rainy nights. Pirate Kake comes pressed, probably to get the Turkish and burley to combine with the Latakia's smokey flavor. This stuff, (yes stuff is the right word) is just plain brutal. And finally, this has a very heavy room-note. The actual cube of Latakia, I mean. Let me share with you that upon trying to stand after about a half an hour of smoking, I nearly fell over.