Tobacco Journey, Where To Next?

[brut666]

Hoosier, I'm going to go through your suggestions now and see what I can over here.
I'll let you know how it goes ???

 

[brut666]

I'm struggling a bit with some.
Mac Baren HH Bold Kentucky and
Mac Baren HH Old Dark Fired seem the only that's readily available over here. That's not great is it.

 

[davidintexas]

Bold Kentucky is reported to be a stronger nic hit than Old Dark Fired. I believe it has more Dark Fired Kentucky in it then ODF, but there is a good balance of virginias and dark-fired leaf in ODF. You can't go wrong with either one. If nicotine is an issue go with ODF. It's medium strength for most people

 

[brut666]

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Bold Kentucky is reported to be a stronger nic hit than Old Dark Fired. I believe it has more Dark Fired Kentucky in it then ODF, but there is a good balance of virginias and dark-fired leaf in ODF. You can't go wrong with either one. If nicotine is an issue go with ODF. It's medium strength for most people

Have gone with ODF. Thought bold may be a tad on the strong side. I can always work up to it. Thanks thou ??

 

[samuelgawith01]

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 ??

Try the rope tobacco. Gawith and Hogarth makes some good ones,but they're somewhat strong.If you go this route, try first blending them in with what you already smoke.

 

[PipeIT]

Hi @brut666

Off of what you mentioned, have you tried John Aylesbury Black?

This is suppose to be one of the best, if not the best of an English/Aromatic combination.

From all the reviews online and here on the forum, it seems to have great praise, so I ordered a tin, when The Story Teller’s Pipe had them.

My tin just arrived, so I have not tried this yet, but I will let you know, in the meantime, hopefully others will share on this too.

Boswell’s has a few in stock.

John Aylesbury Black 100g Tin

John Aylesbury Black 100g Tin. Extravagant! Is the right word to characterize this mixture. Order this Tobacco online today!

boswellpipes.com

 

[FurCoat]

I would try MacBarens HH line of blends. You may have luck getting them through Smokingpipes.eu

 

[Bushido]

Crossovers!

 

[mingc]

Strange no one's mention it yet: Germain's. Perhaps it's because they are so rare and hard to get here in the States where the majority of forum members reside, we don't even think of Germain's anymore. But they appear readily available in GB where you are. Get some, talk and post about them; the Americans will turn green with envy. You'll be able to smoke for free by selling your extras here for twice what you paid. That's how my ganja dealers were able to stay high back in the day. Try it!

 

[Infantry23]

Literally can't find any of these over here, that sucks ?

Boswellpipes.com maybe they ship overseas?? I love Northwoods. Not tried Countryside yet.... is that an English Aro or just an English.

 

[bullet08]

I just picked a brand and started smoking their blends. GLP English/Balkan is where I started and now on to Va/Per and others. Did same with Peterson, but skipped most of aromatics.

 

[brut666]

Hi @brut666

Off of what you mentioned, have you tried John Aylesbury Black?

This is suppose to be one of the best, if not the best of an English/Aromatic combination.

From all the reviews online and here on the forum, it seems to have great praise, so I ordered a tin, when The Story Teller’s Pipe had them.

My tin just arrived, so I have not tried this yet, but I will let you know, in the meantime, hopefully others will share on this too.

Boswell’s has a few in stock.

John Aylesbury Black 100g Tin

John Aylesbury Black 100g Tin. Extravagant! Is the right word to characterize this mixture. Order this Tobacco online today!

boswellpipes.com

I haven't no but I will do now, thank you.

 

[brut666]

I would try MacBarens HH line of blends. You may have luck getting them through Smokingpipes.eu

Smokingpipes.eu doesn't sell tobacco unfortunately.
I'm struggling a bit with Mac b's HH. I can get ODF and bold readily. I've gone with a ODF.
Seems we have less blends available over here than you guys but I suppose it works both ways.
Maybe we should set a trade thread going, UK to USA? ?.

 

[brut666]

Try the rope tobacco. Gawith and Hogarth makes some good ones,but they're somewhat strong.If you go this route, try first blending them in with what you already smoke.

I shall look and add to the next order, thou I think that be a little advanced for me just yet but hey, in for a penny, in for a pound

 

[Grangerous]

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

Let me know your take on Crooner and I’ll do the same. I have an ounce on the way with my Smokin Pipes Order. My curiosity has gotten the better of me. -Jim

 

[evo03]

Boswell Northwoods, if they ship internationally. Also Seattle Pipe Club Mississippi River

 

[Cotton1]

Let me know your take on Crooner and I’ll do the same. I have an ounce on the way with my Smokin Pipes Order. My curiosity has gotten the better of me. -Jim

I have only had a couple bowls so far. I like it but think I like GC a bit better. So far it seems like the deertounge is a little less present in Crooner. I am smoking these in a dedicated pipe and want to try a few more bowls before I try 382.

 

[shanez]

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 ??

For a straight VA I like Capstan Gold. It has a nice sweetness that I like vs the Blue. It's a good way to get started on straight VAs before diving into something like SG FVF.

If you can order loose (bulk) GH&C blends I'd really suggest sampling many of their offerings. Dark Flake Unscented is a must try IMO. You should also try the scented version to see if you prefer it instead. Happy (Brown) Bogie is also another must try. To mix things up a bit and add the 1-tin-in-6 you can't go wrong with their Bob's Chocolate Flake. This is just a fantastic blend. Also much worth trying are their Louisiana Flake, Scotch Flake, and American Delight. The American Delight is a nice mild aro that I find very enjoyable and relaxing. I keep a few pounds of each of these blends to make sure I don't run out during lean distribution times here in the US.

Any of the Manil line is worth trying but I particularly like Le Petit Robin. These are very unique tobaccos that at least one of them is another must try.

A couple more aros that I really like are Dan Tobacco Sweet Vanilla Honeydew and Devil's Holiday. The Devil's Holiday has a noticeable berry flavor and the room note smells like someone baking a mixed berry pie.

Lastly, even though you seem to be well versed in VaPers I'd suggest SG St James Flake, SG Cabbie's Mixture, and Dan Tobacco Salty Dogs plug.

I consider all of the above to be excellent and have cellared them all quite deeply but also tend to go through them a little quickly.

 

[Lawyer66]

I personally started out with aromatics because it appeals to me more. Not to say I haven't tried English blends, I just don't love them as much as I do aromatics. The only tobaccos I have reviewed on here happen to be aromatics. I think that is because of how incredibly biased and simplistic my reviews of English blends would be. How I see it, is that I am going to keep exploring aromatics in search of certain flavors. As my palette evolves, I will follow it. It may lead me to stick with aromatics, or to other blends, but that's that beauty of it for me now. Figuring out what I like.

 

[Sloopjohnbee]

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 ??

I second Shanez - head over to cupojoes and buy a brick of semois Le Petite Robin or La Volute