Switching and trying a bunch of different tobaccos won't mask bad technique. Give the 1Q a couple more chances before ditching it. You may want to try sitting some out to dry a little before packing and smoking. As others have said, slow down and try to work on packing technique(s). Remember, it's not a race and you don't get a medal for finishing first! :wink:
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I would strongly suggest not starting with aromatics like 1Q, Captain Black, etc.
I would start with a light or crossover English (Chelsea Morning, Frog Morton, or Epiphany), a Va/Per like Escudo, and a McClelland's virginia. Maybe a Lakeland like Ennerdale Flake, as well, would be an excellent start.
Aromatics can be good, but they almost never taste like they smell.
Also, as others have said, smoke slowly and practice your packing. Also, let your tobacco dry out for a little while before loading your pipe. Take out the amount you want to smoke in a bowl and let it sit on a plate for a half hour or so before loading.
Best of luck! Pipe smoking is a skill. It's not like lighting up a cigarette or cigar -- no one can teach you to do it quickly. It takes time and patience. But for those of us who smoke a pipe, it's one of the more rewarding hobbies out there.
I would start with a light or crossover English (Chelsea Morning, Frog Morton, or Epiphany), a Va/Per like Escudo, and a McClelland's virginia. Maybe a Lakeland like Ennerdale Flake, as well, would be an excellent start.
Aromatics can be good, but they almost never taste like they smell.
Also, as others have said, smoke slowly and practice your packing. Also, let your tobacco dry out for a little while before loading your pipe. Take out the amount you want to smoke in a bowl and let it sit on a plate for a half hour or so before loading.
Best of luck! Pipe smoking is a skill. It's not like lighting up a cigarette or cigar -- no one can teach you to do it quickly. It takes time and patience. But for those of us who smoke a pipe, it's one of the more rewarding hobbies out there.
I would strongly suggest not starting with aromatics like 1Q, Captain Black, etc.
I would start with a light or crossover English (Chelsea Morning, Frog Morton, or Epiphany), a Va/Per like Escudo, and a McClelland's virginia. Maybe a Lakeland like Ennerdale Flake, as well, would be an excellent start.
Aromatics can be good, but they almost never taste like they smell.
Also, as others have said, smoke slowly and practice your packing. Also, let your tobacco dry out for a little while before loading your pipe. Take out the amount you want to smoke in a bowl and let it sit on a plate for a half hour or so before loading.
Best of luck! Pipe smoking is a skill. It's not like lighting up a cigarette or cigar -- no one can teach you to do it quickly. It takes time and patience. But for those of us who smoke a pipe, it's one of the more rewarding hobbies out there.
I would start with a light or crossover English (Chelsea Morning, Frog Morton, or Epiphany), a Va/Per like Escudo, and a McClelland's virginia. Maybe a Lakeland like Ennerdale Flake, as well, would be an excellent start.
Aromatics can be good, but they almost never taste like they smell.
Also, as others have said, smoke slowly and practice your packing. Also, let your tobacco dry out for a little while before loading your pipe. Take out the amount you want to smoke in a bowl and let it sit on a plate for a half hour or so before loading.
Best of luck! Pipe smoking is a skill. It's not like lighting up a cigarette or cigar -- no one can teach you to do it quickly. It takes time and patience. But for those of us who smoke a pipe, it's one of the more rewarding hobbies out there.
Thanks all. I did not realize what I was doing at the time, but since that smoke my mouth has hurt! Tongue feels sore and the roof of my mouth has a strange ache. Would like to give it another go with the 1Q again but don't want to make matters worse. I am in China, so gotta lay off eating my peppery for a few more days as well.
Nice to get a good response from you folks.
Nice to get a good response from you folks.
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