McClelland Bulk 2025 ENGLISH CAVENDISH

Despite 2025's shadowy bitter-herbal background, I would have to nudge this blend over to the sweet side of the line dividing sweet from savory. It makes a good change of pace smoke for those seeking something sweet-ish, but not downright saccharine; and especially so if you enjoy the citrusy, lemony tartness of its featured components. The charring light produces a sharp, astringent sensation on the tongue and lips that approaches bite; but the best way to deal with it is to let it go out for a few minutes. Then it's good to go on the relight. The astringency will remain throughout the entire smoke, but in a complementary way. It produces a fairly thin smoke with acceptable, but not great mouth feel; and a weak nicotine hit -- if you can call it that. The product description is really pretty accurate: pleasant and rather light. There is enough good flavor here to hold your interest through the whole bowl, and you can smoke this blend all day -- but I would understand it if you didn't.