Seeking Tobacco Suggestions

[Maedhros]

Hi guys, I've recently become even more invested in pipe smoking, as of now I have 2 cobs and a Peterson 264 plus quite a lot of tobacco to boot. So far the blends I've tried that have really stuck out to me are Squadron Leader and Capstan Blue, others I've enjoyed but are not stand out to me are Cabbies Mix, St James Flake. So I've come to the conclusion I like Virginia's, I like English Blends, and I like VaPers but not as much as straight Virginia's. Should I try some burley next? Or arose? for now I'll be sticking to Capstan as my daily smoke with Squadron leader or navy rolls when it takes my fancy.

 

[cosmicfolklore]

Maybe ease into burleys. Many are going to suggest codger blends like Prince Albert and such, but those are basically OTS Aromatics.
I would suggest MacBarens Golden Extra or Stokkebyes Cube Cut. They are nice transitional blends that are very easy to smoke. Once you get a grasp of those, then you can move on to Kelly's Coin and other C&D blends with burleys.

 

[khiddy]

As it appears you are in the UK, you’re going to have a different set of options than we have in the USA, so many suggestions may prove less useful than you hope! Perhaps our non-North American members may provide some ideas.

 

[Maedhros]

University Flake perhaps? Or a Gawith offering?

 

[HawkeyeLinus]

Nothing wrong with experimenting as often or as much as you like, but if you've found something you like it's not like you "should" try anything else. Do what you want, of course, but maybe explore more things within the genres you know you enjoy. University Flake would seem to fit in with that, IMO. Ideas about aromatics or burleys would be limitless, you could look somewhere like Tobacco Reviews to get an idea of which ones might have a makeup that ties in with something you like.

 

[makhorkasmoker]

My approach was to try representative blends in as many genres and sub-genres as possible, as well as occasional oddballs that did not neatly fit in any category. Only then did I begin working more deeply into genres I liked best

 

[Hutch Piper]

GL Pease Windjammer to ease into burleys, given that you like VaPers.

 

[Maedhros]

My approach was to try representative blends in as many genres and sub-genres as possible, as well as occasional oddballs that did not neatly fit in any category. Only then did I begin working more deeply into genres I liked best

I've adopted a similar approach

 

[Maedhros]

Nothing wrong with experimenting as often or as much as you like, but if you've found something you like it's not like you "should" try anything else. Do what you want, of course, but maybe explore more things within the genres you know you enjoy. University Flake would seem to fit in with that, IMO. Ideas about aromatics or burleys would be limitless, you could look somewhere like Tobacco Reviews to get an idea of which ones might have a makeup that ties in with something you like.

Thanks for the advice!

 

[Maedhros]

GL Pease Windjammer to ease into burleys, given that you like VaPers.

I shall have to check it out! I like Va/Pers, i do find them fussier than straight VAs but that's just me and nothing crazy just find myself needing to give Navy rolls for example a little more attention than Capstan Blue. At the moment, i'm really liking Capstan and if asked would say i prefer Virginias, followed by Va/Pers tied with English. I could smoke Virginias & English all day though. Perhaps i'm still learning the ropes with Va/Pers, something i like but need to be a little more careful with.

 

[paulfg]

GL Pease Windjammer to ease into burleys, given that you like VaPers.

except as noted op is in the UK GL Pease blends are non existant there unfortunately.
S Gawith FVF if you want another virginia

 

[Maedhros]

I'm happy to import from 4 noggins, have done in the past but realise it can be expensive. The Peterson 264 has been a gamechanger, just had the creamiest, most delicious smoke out of it!

 

[BingBong]

If SL, then Skiff and maybe a sample of SG Balkan Flake. Also, SG Navy Flake (virginia, latakia, rum). Germain's Special Latakia Flake and Gold Leaf, when they're in stock.

 

[anotherbob]

University Flake perhaps? Or a Gawith offering?

yeah certainly try University Flake it's just a great blend period.

 

[Maedhros]

If SL, then Skiff and maybe a sample of SG Balkan Flake. Also, SG Navy Flake (virginia, latakia, rum). Germain's Special Latakia Flake and Gold Leaf, when they're in stock.

Navy flake sounds delicious, i may have to grab some to cellar or pick at...

 

[BingBong]

Navy flake sounds delicious, i may have to grab some to cellar or pick at...

It is highly addictive, in my experience. Proceed with caution.

 

[kcghost]

There are thousands of bends to choose from. Go to one of our sponsors and pick one or many that you might like.

 

[lraisch]

If you like Squadron Leader, you might also try Rattay's 7 Reserve or Professional mixture.

 

[Searock Fan]

As much as I would love to, I simply cannot afford to buy a pouch of every Latakia blend out there. I've tried about 3 or 4 dozen in the past couple of years, and some are ok, but none have really hit the spot. I think my problem is that I remember just how good blends were 50 years ago and today's just don't measure up. They all have a "sharpness" I just don't like. I prefer a smooth, rich latakia flavor that doesn't irritate my tongue and the roof of my mouth. There must be one out there somewhere.

So, if any of you have a suggestion? I would love to hear what it is. Thanks much.

 

[bullet08]

As much as I would love to, I simply cannot afford to buy a pouch of every Latakia blend out there. I've tried about 3 or 4 dozen in the past couple of years, and some are ok, but none have really hit the spot. I think my problem is that I remember just how good blends were 50 years ago and today's just don't measure up. They all have a "sharpness" I just don't like. I prefer a smooth, rich latakia flavor that doesn't irritate my tongue and the roof of my mouth. There must be one out there somewhere.

So, if any of you have a suggestion? I would love to hear what it is. Thanks much.

Reminiscing Syrian Lat? Heard on the other thread C&D has been using Turkish Lat for last year or so. Some can't tell the difference, others think it's less in your face?