I typically like Va/Pers but this one seems to be pretty much tasteless. Could I have received a "off" plug or something? Could it be too moist? Kind of hard to tell the moisture content of the plug because of its density but seems to burn fine. FYI I've been slicing flakes then cubing it. I get just the faintest whisper of sweet Virginia.
Dan Tobacco Salty Dogs No Taste?
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The flavour is muted for sure. For me, what can be tasted, is more on the savory side than the sweet. It always reminded me of Germains Brown Flake, it has that peppery virginia taste. I personally like it, but I get why this could be a let down.
Not going to lie, It's not was I was expecting from a 25$ tobacco before tax lol. Welp I have 3 more plugs of it...sigh. I bought it based on reviews and the fact its been out of stock since I started. Maybe when I get a 100 post I'll trade it away on here. Thanks for the reply.
yeah it was one of the first vapers that I um "got" keep it in good shape and if you still don't care for it easy trade bait.
Try rubbing out some slices and letting the tobacco get very dry. That can help bring flavors more forward.
SD isn’t a flavor bomb but it’s one that, IME, will grow on you.
SD isn’t a flavor bomb but it’s one that, IME, will grow on you.
Yeah. Way overhyped.
I can think of many blends right off the top of my head that I’d reach for before Salty Dogs.
I never understood the hype.
I can think of many blends right off the top of my head that I’d reach for before Salty Dogs.
I never understood the hype.
I totally agree is a muted blend at first. Dice and rub some out, let it have some time in the jar. I have really enjoyed it one it's own, as well as using it to 'boost' some other blends ala @Sigmund 's suggestions. Or trade it. 
Yes, its tasty mixed in other vapers.
My favorite use is
St bernard flake
Dice up some salty dogs
A sprinkle of latakia
It works with other mild vapers too
Its 14 bucks over here
25 is a lot
My favorite use is
St bernard flake
Dice up some salty dogs
A sprinkle of latakia
It works with other mild vapers too
Its 14 bucks over here
25 is a lot
25 is a lot
isnt that about what C&D blends go for in Europe?
The cost of shipping and distribution
Im not convinced that its recovering cost. I think someone sees profit and is happy to charge that price. You cant blame someone for wanting to make a profit but its high. That is about what we get charged for C&D and GLP. It doesnt cost an extra 10 bucks added to RETAIL to get the job done.
I much prefer Peterson's 3Ps. But it's a Virginia Burley and stronger in nicotine.
I haven’t tried SD yet. I’ve got a plug that’s several years old in the cellar, so this is disappointing to hear. I tend to like medium-bodied blends, so hopefully I’ll enjoy it. If not, I’ve got plenty of Telegraph Hill
It's alright if you like that sort of thing. I have a pot load of the stuff I got in a trade with someone on here years ago. It really doesn't do an awful lot for me but YMMV and I have met folks who think it is the greatest thing ever produced!
I agree. I think its far better as a condiment than a full bowl. Its got a very consistent flavor, not a lot of peaks and valleys. It can do a lot to deepen and sweeten a blend.
Several here got into a group buy of Salty Dogs in 2014 directly from Germany for $9/plug. I got 20 of them and think they're fantastic. There have been blend and consistency variation reports over the following years though. Some have commented on getting softer plugs but the ones I had were very dense and difficult to cut.
My experience with Salty Dogs has varied. I mean even from the same plug, in the same pipe.
I'm not claiming that that is the tobacco's fault -- it may be me.
(But for whatever it's worth, most tobaccos are pretty predictable for me, time after time.)
Sometimes it tastes like stewy, fermentive dark fruit.
Other times, I don't get that at all, and instead get spicy molasses notes (somewhat reminiscient of Heinrich’s DSF, but without the DFK).
And yet other times, I get mostly hot air ... maybe a little generic sweetness, but not much flavor to identify.
Sometimes I think that Salty Dogs may be my favorite tobacco, while other times I wonder if it's even worth smoking again.
Again, this anomaly may be me?
I'm not claiming that that is the tobacco's fault -- it may be me.
(But for whatever it's worth, most tobaccos are pretty predictable for me, time after time.)
Sometimes it tastes like stewy, fermentive dark fruit.
Other times, I don't get that at all, and instead get spicy molasses notes (somewhat reminiscient of Heinrich’s DSF, but without the DFK).
And yet other times, I get mostly hot air ... maybe a little generic sweetness, but not much flavor to identify.
Sometimes I think that Salty Dogs may be my favorite tobacco, while other times I wonder if it's even worth smoking again.
Again, this anomaly may be me?
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It's mild but very, very tasty.
The original post reminds me of my experience with Capstan. A tobacco that I gave away simply because someone asked for it. I mean they also bought a pricy pipe off of me but if it was a tin I wanted to keep I would have.
I have had great plugs of Salty Dogs and I’ve had floor scrapings of Salty Dogs, in the same plug. lol.
It’s too finicky for the knuckle dragger in me.
I have found a conical bowl is best, but can’t confirm because I got rid of it before I actually to earn my smoke.
It’s too finicky for the knuckle dragger in me.
I have found a conical bowl is best, but can’t confirm because I got rid of it before I actually to earn my smoke.
It's not quite Dunhill's Elizabethan Mix but I've always found Salty Dog to have a very similar flavor profile.
I think being a plug, how people are preparing it is probably the reason for the diverse experience, even from smoke to smoke off the same block.
I think being a plug, how people are preparing it is probably the reason for the diverse experience, even from smoke to smoke off the same block.