REVIEW | Peter Heinrichs Dark Strong Flake Pipe Tobacco

Peter Heinrichs Dark Strong Flake…and how does this really compare to Orlik Dark Strong Kentucky?
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[@kokallan]

I don't comment on video's much, and I have watched many of your videos, but the way you shared about your dad was special to be part of. Thank you for all your videos and sharing that with us.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m glad this resonated with you, he was a very special man to me and a great influence on those he met, thank you!

[@lancerontrack]

Came for the review and left remembering how much I miss my dad and wishing I could have 5 more mins with him and introduce him to my family. Your father was an amazing man and everything he taught and instilled in you is invaluable. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re welcome, let’s remember the good times!! :)

[@markburnham9689]

Very touching. Amazing the simple activities that become such special memories of our parents. Little gifts from our past that sweeten our present.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Well said Mark…well said.

[@malcolmspipeshop]

I really enjoyed this video. I did a search for Peter Heinrich's Dark Strong Flake and your video appeared in the search so I watched it. I must say that although I haven't found this blend in stock, I found encouraging words in listening to you and seeing your dad at the end. Thanks for sharing this part of your life with us.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re very welcome. I hope you’re able to find this blend soon! It’s worth trying :)

[@josegolfpiper8342]

I do enjoy the Dark Strong Blend a lot. Beautiful story with your Dad. The video with your Dad was Heart-Warming Thanks for sharing....

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very welcome Jose! :)

[@8ita]

Kevin, this is just gold brother. Another excellent tobacco review, but more than that a great story behind it. Thanks for sharing this moment. Much respect!!!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you so much, that really means a lot!

[@albertd8870]

Kevin, just saw this in the community section of the site. Wish I'd of found it sooner as I found it moving and poignant. It's really hit a note with me as I sit here with what was my dads favorite "homemade" blend. He had a penchant for mixing Sir Water Raleigh aromatic and Borkum Riff Bourbon blend in equal parts. If you ever get a chance, try a bowl or 2, its got a chocolatey cream flavor that I find vey appealing. Smooth and mild and not too sweet. Dad passed in 2015, and during the last conversation I had with him he asked what I thought about heaven. I thought a minute not knowing how to answer, in seeing my hesitation he said this " from now on I want you to remember that heaven is as real as you believe it to be, and heaven I believe is the past". Confused, I said to him Dad, don't you think heaven is the future? Oh no he said " heaven is the past, everyone we've ever known and loved will be there, so heaven is the past but the past will live for eternity ". I've never forgotten those words, dad passed the following morning. I think of that moment often, and it brings a smile to my face. It was a rare moment indeed, Al

[@hobbitonpiper]

Wow, this is powerful! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. Good things to think about…

[@ryanbarnes3209]

Wonderful, wonderful video buddy. Had me with a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes. That clip of you and your dad was very special. He seemed like a great man and raised a great son. My father and I are extremely close, and he’s getting old and having problems, so I feel ya my friend. This one resonated with me a lot. Cheers buddy, Ryan

[@hobbitonpiper]

I encourage you to cherish your time with him, Ryan, especially in these final years. Make the best memories you can. Thank you so much for the kind words, and I send much love to you and your dad! :)

[@ryanbarnes3209]

Absolutely man! I absolutely cherish every moment I get to spend with dad, as these days, we mostly sit around on the porch, smoking our pipes, and telling stories of ours from yesteryear. He’s my best friend, my hero. Thanks for the love buddy! -Ryan

[@conanme3992]

I lost my dad in 2020 as well. Nice video, and clip at the end. Thank you.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@conanme3992 special memories :)

[@leonine9463]

Thank you so much for not only a great review but also sharing a beautiful story.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re welcome my friend :)

[@madmantitus]

I'm a little late to the party. No surprise here its another great review. I'm sorry about your Dad. It was nice that you got a sweet memory with him before passing and thank you for sharing with us such a personal thing. Memory is an amazing thing. One could be sitting alone and with a taste or a smell be taken on a journey down memory lane to places no longer reachable. Thanks again for sharing and for the great video.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re very welcome Timothy, and never consider yourself late! You arrived precisely when you meant to :) and I’m glad you’re here. Memories are powerful, as are the simple things that can trigger them, aren’t they

[@paulrouleau1972]

Sorry about you losing your dad last year! Great review and memories shared! Thank you, my friend! 😊

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you Paul, you’re very welcome! :)

[@geoffryfeinberg1349]

Very touching review especially re: your father. Thanks Kevin.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re welcome, I’m glad you enjoyed :)

[@nathanwolfenbarger4472]

Thank you, Kevin; for the review and sharing the memories. The tobacco sounds very nice, those molasses notes are certainly appealing. Butter and sorghum on toast, biscuits, or cornbread is a family favourite here, I may have to pull out the jar and have some after supper.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You should!!

[@nathanwolfenbarger4472]

@@hobbitonpiper and it was good! 👍

[@verpine3534]

Thank you for sharing those moments you had with your dad. Small incidences of family life like those are what stick with us in the best of ways. Orlik DSK was one of my go-to tobaccos while it was made. It wasn't one of my beloved Navy plugs/flakes, but it hit all the right notes nonetheless. I tried the Heinrich's Dark Strong as well. They are very, very similar, yet I found the Heinrich's to have a subtly sweeter character than the DSK. I still have one last tin of DSK in my cellar, but no Heinrich's. I would happily smoke either of these blends!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Great blends! I’ve traded for as much Orlik DSK as I’ve been able to

[@johnvirgin13]

Kevin the way you have with words is beyond magic, but the story you shared with us about your father in this video was so moving. I'm not ashamed to admit I teared up thinking about how grateful I am to still have my Dad in my life. Thank you again for making these videos and graciously using your personal experience to craft a beautifully descriptive review.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you so much John, I really appreciate this thoughtful comment. You’re very welcome :) Cherish each moment with your loved ones…

[@none6856]

Great video as always, and thank you for sharing the video in honor of your father. Very touching and I know you must miss him dearly.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I do, but he lived a full, loving life and touched many people in positive ways. And I guess in a way still is today it appears :)

[@algonquinbriar5647]

Hello Kevin. Thanks for sharing the cherished memory of your late dad. Be well.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re very welcome. Always happy to share what I can with my friends :)

[@mrseuff617]

That story about you and your father was very special thank you for sharing, have a wonderful Christmas brother!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m glad I have good folks to share my stories with. You’re very welcome :)

[@GordonHK]

Your ability to weave together a tobacco review with such meaningful family memories keeps me coming back to your channel for more.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Awesome Todd, so glad you enjoy the way I present these reviews and yes please come back! :)

[@themadderhatterteareview7074]

You had me at, “Smells like sweet tea!” Cheers!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Good stuff! :)

[@Rubber_Ring]

KZbin suggested me this video because I follow several pipe related channels. KZbin does some strange recommendations, but this time it got it right. Nice review and heartwarming story. And guess what... now I'm subscriber nr. 700!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m so glad you found us here and decided to stay! We will have a lot of fun and I’ll do my best to provide you with good content. Welcome! :)

[@s.m.r.1202]

Great video and review Kevin. Your Dad seemed like a great man. I hope that blend continues to bring you joy and fond memories. Molasses toast looks yummy.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Wonderful memories, Randy! Thanks for sharing them with me today :)

[@SpeckledPipe]

That was awesome. Helps me to remember what is really important. Thank you.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re so welcome, Andy. Yes, cherish your moments together…

[@gabepettinicchio7454]

May God bless you & the entire family. I think the world of people who place "family" at the top of the list. New Subscriber!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Family is so important. I’m so happy you’re here with us, Gabe! :)

[@jholmer1]

Brought a tear to my eye love that video at the end God bless

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thanks Jonathan, I’m really thankful that video clip exists and that it connected with you, that was a special moment in time, I’m glad I could share it with you!

[@frankgallik2653]

What an awesome video. Thank you for sharing my friend. I am smoking some Gawith Bosun Cut Plug while watching in a cob. Excellent story and memory.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re so welcome, Frank! I’m glad you enjoyed this :)

[@Hike_of_life]

What a touching story about your dad. Isn’t it amazing how a scent or taste in the tobacco can bring back such powerful memories?

[@hobbitonpiper]

It sure is Jeff, and thank you brother :)

[@robertlear2712]

Regular molasses is processed from cane sugar and sorghum molasses is processed from the sorghum plant.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Makes sense!!

[@clarencewood1363]

Well as soon as I seen your face I said "Oh there's the happy man". Great review but what really touched me was your dad and those molasses. My grandaddy used to do the same thing with King brand dark Karo syrup and butter and put it on biscuits. Great memories for you and I both. God bless you and your family, and many thanks for being a guy that I consider a friend,Tommy

[@hobbitonpiper]

Great memories!! Thank you Tommy, yes, absolutely friends! :)

[@dereknicholl5360]

Great vid and great memory to have enjoy your weekend keep pipe lit

[@hobbitonpiper]

Will do, Derek, thank you! :)

[@herriotpipes]

Great video. Thanks for sharing that great souvenir you have of your dad. I’m a big fan of the Peter Heinrichs blend. I’m sure I can detect some dark fruit topping in there as well.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you and you’re very welcome! Yes, this is a great blend that I’m looking forward to getting to know even better over the coming years :)

[@jasonbrandt358]

A very heartwarming and sincere review you have my deepest sympathies on your father He seems like he would have been a wonderful fellow

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you, Jason, he truly was a wonderful father, I was very blessed with that and am so thankful

[@MrToslon]

Man, what a video. Great job again buddy.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you, brother :)

[@tompiperson46]

Thank you for sharing the video of your dad and you with the molasses and butter. Its nice to have these memories recorded.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re welcome, and yes it sure is nice…I don’t have many videos of him, especially of us together, so this one is very special to me :)

[@PaladinPiper]

Great clip at the end. You have longevity in your genes. As for the baccy....I love Orlik DSK. Cant believe they took it off the shelves! Never had the Heinrich. Good to know they are real close!

[@hobbitonpiper]

They are. Not exactly the same to me, but very close.

[@enasdad]

Wow, that was special at the end. And I am manly enough to say a shed a few tears. I am currently smoking some Peter Heinrich dark strong for you and your dad!! Prayers to you and your family always. I thank God that we are friends

[@hobbitonpiper]

I do too, Robert, I’m so thankful we are friends, man, sincerely

[@Gspitaletti]

A whole meal review. I never tried ! Nice video Thank you for sharing

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very welcome! It’s worth trying :)

[@glfjunke258]

Love that blend,but tough to find. I too think it’s the same except how it’s cut. So sorry for your loss.🙏

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes I’ve been looking for it this year and only was able to find it once so far. It’s worth the hunt! :)

[@barryjohnston6964]

Such a beautiful way to remember your dad. It’s amazing how the pipe can bring those memories to life. Dark Strong KY is one of my favorite blends. I only have a tiny bit left. Im glad you reviewed this as I’ve been in search of a replacement! Thanks again for the great content.

[@hobbitonpiper]

It’s close Barry, it’s close…let me know when you try it!

[@barryjohnston6964]

@@hobbitonpiper I definitely will!

[@Yornick]

Gotta admit: I giggled when your lighter refused to work and you just pulled out a Zippo. Because seriously - Zippos just *don't quit,* do they? :) And the video at the end was honestly heart-warming. Thank you! :)

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s right, Yornick, Zippos never quit!! They are the ultimate backup, and the ultimate in the wind. I’ll always have one ready. You’re so welcome, glad you enjoyed :)

[@Sleezyleisure14]

Thanks for that story Kevin. I lost my Dad a bit over 15 years ago now, i was about 25 years old. It was tough. It's great when something like a smell or flavor that can bring back the memories. My Dad smoked camels for years with a zippo. I use a zippo for my pipes. That fuel brings him back to mind all the time. And if i smell someone smoking camels, i know it.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Good memories are very special indeed, aren’t they :)

[@tudor-gabrielisbasoiu179]

Wonderful video, nice vibes from it.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it :)

[@TheRealSpyderweb]

Molasses toast. Wonderful story

[@hobbitonpiper]

Great memories :)

[@gratefulpipeandcigar3239]

❤️ I sure love this, Kevin. It seems that One of this greatest aspects of smoking a pipe offers is the memory association that comes along with every different blend. Even when there’s no memory tied to the aroma, it’s just perfect for the strolls down memory lane. Today you’ve given us a great one. And I’m sure I can speak for everyone in the community when I say we are grateful and we really appreciate your heartfelt, relaxing content in every single video. That tobacco sure sounds like one to check out. And it sure is crazy how different you look just a couple years ago!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you so much for this comment, it means a lot, time does keep rolling on… :)

[@3stringpiper951]

Thanks for the review and sharing that memory, I have similar memories of my family, bisciuts were the preferred improvised pastry..."soaky " black coffee , sugar and cornbread was another...sure miss them, but the memories are fond..

[@hobbitonpiper]

They sure are. And mmm I do still love cornbread :)

[@WoefulPie]

Very nice tribute to your dad, man! Lost mine in 2012 and it's still a strange feeling sometimes. Never heard of this blend, but it's on my radar now. Thanks for sharing HP!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very welcome!! It’s a good one to try :)

[@DoozaPipes]

Such a heart warming and touching review. I wish I had the orlik dark strong Kentucky to give you but that's wonderful you have that video clip to remember. Thanks for sharing, Kevin

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m so happy I have that clip too! And I’m glad I could share it with you, Chelsea :)

[@garbagemanpiper]

Kevin my condolences bro! As my dad ages I as well have memories of Malaises mixed in milk. What a treat and what a beautiful memory you have for many years to come. 🍭🐓👶

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you Mel, I’m so thankful you came to watch this video and shared this memory with me :)

[@skipton9511]

Kevin, you are a blessed man to have such wonderful associations between the people and tobaccos that you love. Thank you for sharing a special moment between you and your dad. The flavor of a sorghum and butter 'spread' is so perfect on toast and pancakes. That definitely temps me to give PH Dark Strong Flake a try. Regard, the tea note - I'm telling you, my friend, your next tasting hobby has got to be tea. You would really pick up and appreciate the flavor profiles of different teas. I find them very similar to the notes you find in tobacco. There is even a Latakia equivalent in tea. All the best that you've had a great weekend, cicadas and all. Be well, stay safe, and rock the awesome to the max - peace Note: a little info on sorghum and molasses. They are different to the extent that they come from different sources and they are made using different production methods. Sorghum syrup is made from the green juice of the sorghum plant, which is extracted from the crushed stalks and then heated to steam off the excess water leaving the syrup behind. Conversely, molasses is the by-product of processing sugar cane into sugar. They can be used interchangably in baking, but you use 1/3 less sugar when using sorghum because it is much sweeter than molasses. That makes me wonder what the 'molasses' source is in each of the blends. No idea, but maybe the Orlik used sorghum and that's why that flavor is more forward. 🤔

[@hobbitonpiper]

Such wonderful information! I learn so much from all of you, thank you!! And yes, I’m intrigued with tea tasting… :)

[@droidlittle582]

Oh man, I'm terribly sorry for your loss. It's little moments like that that mean so much. This one got me a little bit I have to admit. My Dad, using grandma's old recipe, makes the absolute best molasses cookies. Mom makes good cookies but not like my Dad. Best cookies I've ever had. About once a year I beg him to make a batch and then proceed to eat entirely too many. I'm thinking that time of year is about here. It's about time I learned that recipe so I can pass it down to my son. Cheers man and happy smokes!!

[@hobbitonpiper]

That would be a wonderful tradition for you to carry forward! :)

[@13pipes]

I’ve got a tin of Dark Strong in the cellar… never actually tried it. Great review and story! ✌️

[@hobbitonpiper]

I encourage you to pop that tin! :) Let me know when you do

[@13pipes]

@@hobbitonpiper I will do! 👍

[@kraigseder]

Great review and nice story about your father! Thank you for sharing the story and the video. I have three of the big tins of Peter Heinrichs Dark Strong I cellared about 5 or 6 years ago. I’d almost forgot about it till your great review. Time to break out one of those tins.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Oh please do!! I’d love to know your thoughts, especially with that much age on it! Please let me know :)

[@emielsmalbil6904]

Beautiful story about your dad, very touching. From what you described(and I haven’t had the Orlik) I do believe it’s a topping difference and the pfeifendepots might be even closer to the Orlik than the PH! Great review and content again!

[@hobbitonpiper]

You may be right! Thank you, Emiel! :)

[@pipebrazil4201]

Great memories, Great Review, Great video, Awesome Pipe Presenter.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thanks so much, brother, glad you enjoyed today! :)

[@kaptainkirk32]

Got me teared up. I'm glad you have wonderful memories of your dad. Think I'll visit mine this weekend. Thanks for sharing. Also, did you ever get some Orlik Dark Strong? I have a few flakes I can part with!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Cherish the time you have with him! Yes, I was able to acquire some recently, thank you for thinking of me!

[@The-man-with-the-many-pipes]

Hello! Very nice Video and Tabako, greetings from Austria thx

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you, I’m so glad you are here! I’ve visited Austria and loved it! I even was able to spend a weekend in Vienna, it was wonderful. Welcome! :)

[@rochussedecska6066]

Hallo Kevin, traurige schöne Geschichte mit deinem Papa. Sehr gut das es einen Tabak gibt, der dich an deinen Papa erinnert. Denn Tabak habe ich noch nicht geraucht und kann nichts drüber berichten. Also ich wünsche dir viele schöne Erinnerungen an dein Papa, wenn du diesen Tabak in der Pfeife hast. Gruß Rochus

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! This pipe tobacco does remind me of my Dad and our times together. It is wonderful when a tobacco sparks good memories. :)

[@ParsimoniousPiper]

I only recently gave away my last Orlik DSK tin. It was a bit sweeter than this-that didn’t quite work for me-but they are similar. Great review and a touching remembrance.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes Ethan, I had the same experience with the Orlik being sweeter, and due to that sweetness some prefer the PeterH but some prefer the sweeter Orlik DSK. Both are fantastic blends to me :)

[@markusrenner6762]

I am feeling with you. My Dad died due to lung cancer back in 2003. Strange thing knowing that he will die and seeing him dead a few days later. And sometimes it still haunts me I was not with him when actually died. Oh well... Regarding Peter Heinrichs Blend I am curious about Orlik Dark Strong but unfortunately it is not available here in Germany although it is manufactured in Denmark.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Orlik Dark Strong Kentucky has been discontinued now is my understanding. This PH blend is a fine replacement tho and in some ways I actually like it better.

[@catdadpiper3745]

Sounds fantastic! LOVE molasses!!

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’ll enjoy this one when you get to try it I think :)

[@RedcoatsReturn]

Now I gotta try molasses and butter myself 😋😋😄😉 Great stories 😊😊 👍👍

[@hobbitonpiper]

It’s sweet!! Awesome memories :) Thanks so much for being here today

[@stonehengeminstrel]

Interesting review Kevin, unfortunately I have never tried this blend so cannot offer any opinion on the comparison between this and Orlik DSK. Great to see your father in the video as you share a father & son moment, happy memories is what it is about after you lose a loved one to cherish. Thanks for sharing ✌️

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re so welcome!! :)

[@bigcountrybriar9911]

I grew up eating it on toast and cathead biscuits. My mother’s family grew sugar cane. I usually used honey. Your dad looks like a fine gentleman. Now I’m hungry 😂

[@hobbitonpiper]

He was, he really was. Thanks brother :)

[@kalmanto]

Fantastic video..

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you so much! :)

[@situation_zero]

I think it may actually be Orlik Golden Sliced sandwiched between two pieces of stoved Kentucky. They are all made in the same factory in Denmark by STG. Cheers.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m sure you are right! Makes a lot of sense… Thank you! :)

[@beebot]

Nice review. It's a solid favourite of mine. I think it's all blended by K&K (both this and Orlik DSK) which explains things, they are slightly different, but not by much. Similar for the PH Golden Sliced (which is nicer than the Orlik imo, but not as good as Reiner's LGF).

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! Great info. I actually prefer OGS to Reiners LGF personally, but I admit I have a deep connection with OGS for reasons unknown…funny how some blends just click for a person :)

[@beebot]

@@hobbitonpiper Ah yes, it's well loved by many (OGS). "My preference" is how I should have phrased it (rather than 'better than'). Though; OGS is emminently cheaper and easier to aquire.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@beebot yes, I dread the day when it’s price rises again or it becomes hard to find!

[@AbadyShamsan-di7qy]

Hi brother I hope you’re doing well I have a question We all know there are many blends that either cased or topped with alcoholic beverages, My question is: 1- does all the alcohol evaporates during the smoking process 2- in other words does the alcohol enters our system when we smoke these blends

[@hobbitonpiper]

My understanding is no, it does not. Nicotine does though.

[@tobaccospipesandmore7762]

I really enjoy PH Dark and Strong, but I’m not a fan of Orlik’s Dark Strong Kentucky, it’s too sweet for me…How might I contact you? Are you on Facebook? I have a question for you…

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m not on Facebook but you can reach me via email anytime (see description of this video or my about page), I look forward to hearing from you! :)

[@johansso2]

Hello Kevin my name is John and i come from Sweden. What kinda pipe you smoking with in the video?

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hello John, I tell you the pipe name at the 3:15 mark of this video. You can also hear more about it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2a2YWeoe5eAbpI

[@johansso2]

@@hobbitonpiper i can send you some Hamilton pipe tobacco from Sweden i think u like it

[@gtownbullyz]

Did you ever find the orlik dark strong?

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@gtownbullyz I was able to acquire a few tins but am looking to trade for more!

[@gtownbullyz]

@@hobbitonpiper I have a tin of the Orlik that I’d be more then happy to send you! I have plenty of the Peter Heinrichs Dark Strong in cellar and that tin of Orlik I may never get to as I have unashamedly way too much tobacco to get through.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@gtownbullyz email me and we will discuss! (My email address is on my About page and in each video description) :)

[@mahdinhd]

Really Really Really need a sound recording tool

[@hobbitonpiper]

Probably very true! :)