What do these morta pipes smoke like?
I think they’re excellent smokers, though obviously everyone will have different opinions on this. It will largely depend on one’s willingness to try a new experience, and if the smoker insists on expecting a briar-like or “better than briar” experience then he will likely be disappointed. They are unique and have an unusual flavor and behavior. Like meerschaum or clay, they are mostly mineral and are very difficult to burn out though they will eventually succumb if scorched badly enough. The overall smoking experience is quite different from meerschaum, briar, or clay – musty and smoky flavored and without the harshness of porous clay. Also, like meerschaum, the flavor of the material comes through more as the pipe is smoked hotter. The material is harder and tougher than briar and is much more resistant to burn-out. It’s hotter to the touch, however, and seems somewhat clay-like in that respect – more heat radiates out through the bowl. They are extremely resilient pipes and can be s
