Virginia/Burley (VaBur) Blends

sittingbear

Part of the Furniture Now

Jul 20, 2015

662

3,132

Olympia, WA

• Mar 22, 2016

• #1

On my long and winding road on the quest for the Holy Grail, I have learned that I really enjoy Virginias and Burleys, especially when they're put together. Two of my favorite blends are Uhle's 00 and Peter Stokkebye's Cube Cut. I love the natural flavor of the tobacco that comes through but with a little sweetness. Also, these are ones that doesn't raise the ire of my beautiful housemate.
Can anyone suggest any other VaBur blends, similar to the ones mentioned? Has anyone had much experience with C&D's Briar Fox or the new Lane Limited Ready Rubbed? Extra points for "very pleasant" room note!

 

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gmjabsky

Starting to Get Obsessed

Apr 3, 2015

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• Mar 22, 2016

• #2

I'm just venturing into this style, but quite enjoyed Peterson's University Flake, and...egads...Carter Hall though the latter is very sparing on Viginia

 

michaelmirza

Part of the Furniture Now

Oct 21, 2015

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Chicago, IL

• Mar 22, 2016

• #3

I like the Missouri Meerschaum blend, "Missouri Pride," blended by Russ Ouellette.

 

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stoker

Starting to Get Obsessed

Nov 19, 2014

190

1

• Mar 22, 2016

• #4

Bald headed teacher although it also has latakia, the room note is very pleasant.

 

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sw0snuff3r

Starting to Get Obsessed

Oct 3, 2014

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1

• Mar 22, 2016

• #5

I haven't tried the Uhle's 00 or the Stokkebye's you mentioned so I can't compare to those. I haven't had the Lane Ready Rubbed either but I have a lot of the Sutliff match and really like it and it is well received by others who I am smoking around. My only beef with it is that it's lighter in nicotine than I prefer. Another one I am enjoying right now is Amphora Red (Full Aroma) and everyone around me likes it as well. Might be worth checking out some reviews on it to see if it fits what you are looking for.

 

deathmetal

Lifer

Jul 21, 2015

7,714

32

• Mar 22, 2016

• #6

A delicious mixture. Make your own! Straight Grain Flake and Dark Burley make a delicious combination.

 

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shutterbugg

Lifer

Nov 18, 2013

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21

• Mar 22, 2016

• #7

I like Erik Stokkebye 4th Generation 1931 flake which IIRC is a Va-Bur. Otherwise I tend to steer clear of burley.

 

ray47

Lifer

Jul 10, 2015

2,451

5,613

Dalzell, South Carolina

• Mar 22, 2016

• #8

C&D's Pegasus is a popular Va/Bur blend. Sort of a step up from Prince Albert. Another good one is MacBaren's Golden Extra. If you like your nicotine, MacBaren's Old Dark Fired (RR & Flake) will ring your bell.

 

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hierophant

Lifer

Jul 27, 2014

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2

• Mar 22, 2016

• #9

Peterson University Flake. It does have a bit of fruit/plum topping though; certainly not an aromatic, at least to my thinking, but something to be aware of.

 

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bigtex

Starting to Get Obsessed

Feb 2, 2015

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TX

• Mar 22, 2016

• #10

C&D Old Joe Krantz or Haunted Bookshop are real bell ringers for me!

 

jmatt

Part of the Furniture Now

Aug 25, 2014

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• Mar 22, 2016

• #11

The thing about VaBurs is the flavor profile is all over the place. If you think of VaPers as all being different shades of blue, perhaps even running into some blue-greens, VaBurs on the other hand compose the entire rainbow. You'll likely need to sample a lot of blends (nothing wrong with that) to come up with your own personal favorites.

 

sittingbear

Part of the Furniture Now

Jul 20, 2015

662

3,132

Olympia, WA

• Mar 22, 2016

• #12

Great suggestions, guys! Thank you!
gmjabsky & heirophant: I've tried University Flake, but it's been several years. I may have to give it another shot! Same goes for Carter Hall...
shutterbug: I have tried Erik Stokkebye's 1931 Flake, and it is good. Thank you for the reminder!
Everybody else, you've given me some great ideas for my next TAD order! Thanks, and keep 'em coming!

 

andrew

Lifer

Feb 13, 2013

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402

• Mar 22, 2016

• #13

Erinmore flake, more Va than Burly, but that is what I think when I think VaBur

G&H Brown flake unscented

 

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mso489

Lifer

Feb 21, 2013

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60,459

• Mar 23, 2016

• #14

C&D does a number of Va/Burs that are excellent. PC's Russ' month series Log Cabin is a Va/Bur/Cav is really tasty, as is PC's Midtown series Chestnut.

 

judcole

Lifer

Sep 14, 2011

7,187

33,576

Detroit

• Mar 23, 2016

• #15

Peterson Sherlock Holmes.
I enjoy the Lane RR,and have also been enjoying Amphora Regular.

 

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buckeyepaddler

Might Stick Around

Jun 1, 2013

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Ohio

• Mar 25, 2016

• #16

I'm quite fond of H&H Classic Burley Kake.

 

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mothernaturewilleatusallforbreakfast

Guest

• Mar 25, 2016

• #17

I know a lot of people poo poo it, but I like the most recent Three Nuns. It's got good flavor with just the right amount of kick for me.