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Virginia / Burley (VABUR) Recipes
As of late I've found myself gravitating toward VABURs, I often enjoy Cowboy Coffee (technically a VA-Kentucky), Rattray's Old Gowrie (VA/KY/Per), and one called "Sunday Afternoon" (below). I'm not a huge fan of most plain, straight VA's or the several VAPERs I've tried (they're ok, but most...- fr0st
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Comparing Virginia Flakes
Getting back into pipe smoking in the last year, I found my tastes gravitating toward Virginias. It was around the beginning of 2025 when I began sampling different Virginia blends (mainly as flakes), and I've kept notes. I really need to spend more time with each one for a more thorough review...- fr0st
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Reviews
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Does Alcohol in Tobacco Get Metabolized?
Question- does the alcohol used in some blends get absorbed and metabolized when smoking? I completely abstain from alcohol as a personal choice. My searches have so far turned up empty handed. Lots of info on cleaning pipes with alcohol, but not answering this question. Every few years you...- fr0st
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Seeking Assistance in Selecting a Free-Standing Poker.
Hello, I am in the market for a new pipe. I would like it to be a free-standing poker style, with an up-tilted shank and mouthpiece. I am tempted by the Nørding Compass or Eltang Basic, such as: I like that I could set it down and the mouthpiece would be above the bowl, thus ensuring that any... -
Lane HGL by Other Names?
Good afternoon! In my search for a satisfying English blend with a pleasant room note, I came across bulk Lane HGL. I’ve become enamored with this blend and have been enjoying it regularly. I’m curious to learn other names this blend is sold under at brick and mortar shops. I plan on ordering...- fr0st
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Small Pipes
I recently picked up this small bulldog as a freebie in an ebay lot auction. I've never really considered small pipes like this, but it is starting to grow on me. Tonight I enjoyed a bowl of Nightcap in it, which is a slow burner and provided a good 20 minute smoke. I'm thinking about dedicating... -
New Hardcastle Pipes
I bought a Hardcastle's pipe, (made in London) awhile ago at the local tobacconist and have really enjoyed how it smokes. I have heard that this is a secondary brand to Dunhill and I've found them to be nice pipes within my current budget. Since then I've been scouring ebay for this brand, and... -
Peterson Irish Flake
Today for my birthday I stopped into a tobacconist I had never visited, (Stag in CO Springs) and picked up a new tobacco- Peterson Irish Flake. I asked for something strong and this fits the bill. I smoked a bowl an hour or so ago and feel pretty comfy sitting by the fire. It is the first flake...- fr0st
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Tobacco Blend Recommendations?
I will be placing an order tomorrow, this is what I have picked out so far and was wondering if anyone had additional recommendations? My favorite blend is Dunhill 965. I'm inexperienced but know I enjoy smoke and spice. I'm replenishing my supply of these: Dunhill My Mixture 965 Dunhill Early...- fr0st
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Hardcastle Royal Bruyere
I bought a new pipe yesterday, a Hardcastle Royal Bruyere straight billiard with a saddle bit, made in London. The pipe was new and the bowl had a carbon coating inside. The wood grain is nice with lots of birdseye figure. I've only smoked one bowl out of it so far, (Dunhill 965) and it is... -
Discovering English Blends
Hello all, I'm new to the forum and have been enjoying all of the great information here. I've been dabbling in aromatics the past few years, but recently decided I wanted to see what else was out there. I've read a lot about the English blends and wanted to try them, so I headed down to...- fr0st
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Acronyms?
Hello all, thank you for contributing to the wealth of information available on this site. I am new to the hobby of pipe smoking and associated discussions. In my searches on these forums I often come across acronyms beyond regular 'net speak such as AFAIK, etc. Definitions for these are...- fr0st
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- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions