This mixture was a delight for fans of medium to full Oriental blends, with the Orientals taking front and center state, a backdrop of Latakia, and just enough Virginia for structure. The overall flavor profile was that of rich, woody, slightly nutty spice with a hint of sweetness and peat, not unlike a fine single malt.
Sourcing my recommendation for this tobacco wasn't a difficult one, as Greg Pease has always been quite open about Westminster being his homage to London Mixture, and personally, I think Greg hit the mark. Based on years of experimentation and meticulous research into Alfred Dunhill's original London Mixture, Westminster is the product of Pease's exhaustive effort, and sure to be an excellent replacement.
@BobbyG First let me say that pipe is a good looking pipe. Now check out the "pipe refinishing" thread and check out the pipe I'm going to turn into a "Christmas" pipe... 🙂
I got most my meager collection all cleaned up and polished over the weekend. Turned out pretty well and made for a good pic.
From L-R: Yello Bole Willard (my favorite pipe) The other four are no-name basket pipes. The next-to-the-last one is a very good smoker, one of my go-to pieces.
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http://glpease.com/BriarAndLeaf/?p=37
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PZQJkA6zfI
https://www.smokingpipes.com/smokingpipesblog/single.cfm/post/mixtures-for-dunhill-devotees
Dunhill London Mixture → G.L.Pease Westminster
This mixture was a delight for fans of medium to full Oriental blends, with the Orientals taking front and center state, a backdrop of Latakia, and just enough Virginia for structure. The overall flavor profile was that of rich, woody, slightly nutty spice with a hint of sweetness and peat, not unlike a fine single malt.
Sourcing my recommendation for this tobacco wasn't a difficult one, as Greg Pease has always been quite open about Westminster being his homage to London Mixture, and personally, I think Greg hit the mark. Based on years of experimentation and meticulous research into Alfred Dunhill's original London Mixture, Westminster is the product of Pease's exhaustive effort, and sure to be an excellent replacement.
Now check out the "pipe refinishing" thread and check out the pipe I'm going to turn into a "Christmas" pipe... 🙂
Nice Killarney bulldog, I have one just like it. In fact, it was the first new "good"/non-basket pipe that I purchased.
That pic looks a bit “chilly” brrr.
I've posted this before, but who would remember?
This was taken after my very first smoke. You should see all the matches I used! See that extension? I used that as a tamper.
Well done, Brother!
Yello Bole
Willard (my favorite pipe)
The other four are no-name basket pipes. The next-to-the-last one is a very good smoker, one of my go-to pieces.