Why Is Capstan So Much More Expensive Than Orlik?

[kg.legat0]

I've smoked a lot of OGS but never had Capstan, they seem similar ...how do the two differ?

 

[workman]

I've smoked a lot of OGS but never had Capstan, they seem similar ...how do the two differ?

Orlik is a bright virginia, sweet with citrus notes that are enhanced by the bergamot topping. And apparently some perique, which eludes my tastebuds.
Capstan is darker virginia, also sweet, but with very little citrus, more bread and dried fruit, topping maybe molasses and tonquin, very subtly applied.
I don't find them very similar at all.

 

[kg.legat0]

Orlik is a bright virginia, sweet with citrus notes that are enhanced by the bergamot topping. And apparently some perique, which eludes my tastebuds.
Capstan is darker virginia, also sweet, but with very little citrus, more bread and dried fruit, topping maybe molasses and tonquin, very subtly applied.
I don't find them very similar at all.

Nice, thanks for the insight --I need to try some Capstan! Sounds lovely.

 

[olkofri]

And I need to try some Orlik: I've never had it.

 

[BROBS]

Nice, thanks for the insight --I need to try some Capstan! Sounds lovely.

It’s most similar to FVF IMO

 

[workman]

Nice, thanks for the insight --I need to try some Capstan! Sounds lovely.

Oh you should!

And I need to try some Orlik: I've never had it.

Oh you should!

 

[kg.legat0]

It’s most similar to FVF IMO

I don't chase blends but one of these days I have to get some FVF. I have turned into a Virginia Monster and it seems to pop up on all the 'must try' lists. ...I hear murmurings in the dark that it may become available again over here but I'm not holding my breath.

 

[kg.legat0]

It’s most similar to FVF IMO

I don't chase blends but one of these days I have to get some FVF. I have turned into a Virginia Monster and it seems to pop up on all the 'must try' lists. ...I hear murmurings in the dark that that it might become more available but I am not holding my breath.

And, def reccomend trying OGS, @olkofri!

 

[workman]

It’s most similar to FVF IMO

I agree. They have the same place in my "rotation". They are both very unique, though.

 

[BROBS]

I agree. They have the same place in my "rotation". They are both very unique, though.

Indeed. One couldn’t replace the other, but I could see them being cousins.

 

[workman]

Indeed. One couldn’t replace the other, but I could see them being cousins.

Then OGS is the annoying boy scout neighbour who isn't allowed to use swearwords.

 

[tobefrank]

I buy my tobacco in Denmark. Capstan and OGS cost the same there. Where I buy it, OGS actually costs a little bit more.
That is because there is anti smoking legislation, intentionally driving prices up to keep people from smoking. So prices in Denmark are not indicative of demand or popularity of a blend. An OTC is only marginally cheaper than tinned blends.
This is not intended to start a discussion on legislation.

The situation with prices more driven by tax is the same here in Australia.

A 50g pouch of Captain Black costs the same as 50g of Full Virginia Plug, about $100 Australian (USD$73). The tobacco excise has just gone up by another 30%, driving the price up further again.

 

[workman]

The situation with prices more driven by tax is the same here in Australia.

A 50g pouch of Captain Black costs the same as 50g of Full Virginia Plug, about $100 Australian (USD$73). The tobacco excise has just gone up by another 30%, driving the price up further again.

I think you have it worse than anyone else. I'm very sorry for you man.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

Orlik is a bright virginia, sweet with citrus notes that are enhanced by the bergamot topping. And apparently some perique, which eludes my tastebuds.
Capstan is darker virginia, also sweet, but with very little citrus, more bread and dried fruit, topping maybe molasses and tonquin, very subtly applied.
I don't find them very similar at all.

Agreed. They're not even distant cousins to me.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

It’s most similar to FVF IMO

You're joking, right? Capstan Blue has no similarity to FVF. I can't believe you would question other people's taster and then make that comment.

 

[olkofri]

K. OGS tin ordered. Guess in about a month I'll be able to see what it's all about.

 

[tobefrank]

I think you have it worse than anyone else. I'm very sorry for you man.

Luckily I'm pretty well stocked by now. I picked up some FVP and St James Flake and that will be it for me I think. I may pick up the occasional tin when travelling internationally, but that'll be it.

It appears they are trying to kill smoking altogether, which shouldn't be far off with these crazy prices...?

 

[olkofri]

It appears they are trying to kill smoking altogether

Appears?? ?

 

[DAR]

The reason anything is more expensive is because people will buy it at that price. I bet if no one paid the price, it would be less expensive. Quality or better than.... makes no difference when it comes to pricing anything. Including Capstan.

 

[BROBS]

You're joking, right? Capstan Blue has no similarity to FVF. I can't believe you would question other people's taster and then make that comment.

Wait... you’re joking right?
Haha