Flavorah Kentucky Blend
T_Mace
I'm just some guy sitting on his porch wearing a thick grey knitted sweater, watching the red and yellow leaves blow in the autumn wind, thinking how my grandpa would've loved Kentucky Blend.
Specs:
- percentage used: 4%
- 2 week steep
- PG/VG ratio: 50/50
- vaped on Derringer RDA, SS316L, 26 gauge, 0.66 ohm coil, 12 watts, TC mode (290-370°C)
- also vaped in Kayfun Mini V3, SS316L, 26 gauge, 0.7 ohm coil, 12-15 watts, TC mode (290-370°C)
Flavor Properties:
- full body
- bright, spicy tobacco
- rich and smooth but has some kick to it
- pleasant slight bitterness
- complex overall
Relatable Flavors:
- spicy tobacco leaf
- medium ash
- very light caramel
Mouth Feel:
- medium density
- light and creamy on the exhale (Don't expect Bavarian Cream, I'm talking creamy mouth feel. Example: Guiness, which is a dark and bitter beer, also has a creamy mouth feel.)
Off Flavors:
- none
Position In A Recipe:
- middle note
- main part of a flavor profile
- could work as a top note too at around 1%
Pairings:
- other tobaccos
- cream
- custard
- touch of vanilla
Suggested Percentage:
- 3-4%
Conclusion:
- Tobacco heads rejoice! Definite keeper!
- This flav is up there with Red Burley and gets my full seal of approval.
- Can easily be vaped as a stand alone and of course will be great in a mix. I've gone through about 60mL stand alone and still enjoying.
- Add to your analog cig or pipe recipe, or drop the percentage to 1% and mix with your favorite cigar flavorings.
- I see this appealing primarily to the hardcore tobacco heads out there but for those that like it a bit sweet then throw in some cream and a touch of vanilla.
Suggested Recipe:
- Kinnikinnick does not mess around with his baccos. I haven't mixed this recipe yet but it looks like a nice starting point for getting to know Kentucky a lil more. http://e-liquid-recipes.com/recipe/660865/Kentucky%20Fire%20Cured%20Custard
A Note On Kentucky vs Red Burley:
For those that have tried Red Burley.. in comparison, Kentucky Blend feels lighter and brighter, yet equally as complex. While Red Burley is sort of earthy, and cocoa-y, Kentucky Blend brings some spice into the mix. The two would pair nicely and there is one note in both that's similar which I can't put my finger on. Overall, they're very different though and both deserve their place in my magical mystery box of wondrous temptations.