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brut666

brut666

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Morning everyone, just put another order in and realise it's just english and Va/Pers. I know I'm only a few months in to pipe smoking but that's pretty much all that's in my rack.
When I started, I started with aromatics, then english and Va/Pers. I did the sample packs from different on line shops, that's how I knew I liked english blends. I have royal yacht but that's the only virginia I have and I'm not sure if it's sprayed with a flavour or not, it isn't one of my favourites, I don't mind it but I don't think I'll order another one, at least not yet. I've ordered a Peterson nutty cut as well. Not a aro fan really but I like to get one with a 6 tin order, just to put some variety in my order.
What should I move on to or try next?
I'd like to broaden my horizon a bit more.
Any advice welcome, thou it is better if there readily available in the UK ??
 
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Cotton1

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My recent journey is the deertounge blends. So far I only know about the C&D ones but hope there are others I have not discovered yet.
Not sure if you can get CD blends in the UK? Anyways deertounge is a little different if you haven't tried it. Crooner, Gentleman Caller, Engine 382 and I think New Market. I think there is a blend or two at 4noggins that I haven't tried: Mojo and Imagine( I think).

Best on your journey!

Cotton1
 
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brut666

brut666

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Cotton1 said:
My recent journey is the deertounge blends. So far I only know about the C&D ones but hope there are others I have not discovered yet.
Not sure if you can get CD blends in the UK? Anyways deertounge is a little different if you haven't tried it. Crooner, Gentleman Caller, Engine 382 and I think New Market. I think there is a blend or two at 4noggins that I haven't tried: Mojo and Imagine( I think).

Best on your journey!

Cotton1
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Thank you, I shall have a look around now ??
 
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tschiraldi

tschiraldi

Lifer
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First of all, do not confuse Royal Yuck with a straight Virginia! Try a few quality Virginia blends. Virginia leaf can have many different flavor profiles. Bright, Red, stoved, etc, all taste different. Experiment and enjoy. Play around with Burley as well. They can add strength and depth, as well as a bit of flavor ranging from nutty, to chocolatey, to something similar to cigar leaf (Dark fired). Then there is the world of Lakelands. The various Orientals, if you can find them, can add spice, sweet and sour, or something resembling incense, depending on the leaf. You like English? I am happy to tell you there is a sub-genre known as English Aromatic! Give those a shot as well! In short, you have a whole world of blends in front of you! Try them all!
 
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brut666

brut666

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tschiraldi said:
First of all, do not confuse Royal Yuck with a straight Virginia! Try a few quality Virginia blends. Virginia leaf can have many different flavor profiles. Bright, Red, stoved, etc, all taste different. Experiment and enjoy. Play around with Burley as well. They can add strength and depth, as well as a bit of flavor ranging from nutty, to chocolatey, to something similar to cigar leaf (Dark fired). Then there is the world of Lakelands. The various Orientals, if you can find them, can add spice, sweet and sour, or something resembling incense, depending on the leaf. You like English? I am happy to tell you there is a sub-genre known as English Aromatic! Give those a shot as well! In short, you have a whole world of blends in front of you! Try them all!
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This I can work with.
Hit me with a straight Virginia to wet my toes with and a decent burley blend.
I have soooooooooooo much to learn, when I go on sites I seem to just look around not really knowing what to look for ??
 
tmcg81

tmcg81

Lifer
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NJ
If you're in the market for a Burley blend, might I suggest Solani Aged Burley Flake. I'm not good at blend reviews, so I'll just say that it tastes great, you just need to let it dry a little while before smoking it.
 
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brut666

brut666

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692
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Kent, "The Garden Of England"
tmcg81 said:
If you're in the market for a Burley blend, might I suggest Solani Aged Burley Flake. I'm not good at blend reviews, so I'll just say that it tastes great, you just need to let it dry a little while before smoking it.
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Thank you, added to the basket. Looks like I'll be putting another order in today ? ??
 
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tschiraldi

tschiraldi

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brut666 said:
This I can work with.
Hit me with a straight Virginia to wet my toes with and a decent burley blend.
I have soooooooooooo much to learn, when I go on sites I seem to just look around not really knowing what to look for ??
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Well, some of my favorites can be difficult to come by, but if you can find them, I love Full Virginia Flake, Reiner's Long Golden Flake, F&T Cut Virginia Plug. For something more accessible, look at Peter Stokkebye.
 
brut666

brut666

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Oct 7, 2020
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tschiraldi said:
Well, some of my favorites can be difficult to come by, but if you can find them, I love Full Virginia Flake, Reiner's Long Golden Flake, F&T Cut Virginia Plug. For something more accessible, look at Peter Stokkebye.
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How do we feel about Peter stokkebue Virginia special? The shop in ordering with at the minute, only has it loose. Not sure if that makes a difference.
 
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