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hawky454

Lifer
Feb 11, 2016
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If Lane Limited Ready Rubbed is considered an American OTC blend than that would be my pick for sure. But if we are also calling 5 Bro’s an OTC (which I have never seen over the counter) I would probably chose that one. It’s good on its own, packs a punch and is great to add to other blends to give it more body (nicotine).

*Edit - Think I’m getting too technical here so yes, Amphora would probably push out LLRR for me... especially the VA.
 
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mso489

Lifer
Feb 21, 2013
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Some have a problem with either burley or Virginia which are the standard base tobaccos for most OTC's. Just be aware that you might not take to one of those, so look for the other. Amphora offers both an all burley and an all Virginia, and offers a sampler with, I think it is, five different blends, so you could get a sense of your preferences. If you like both, you have a wider range of choices. I find Half and Half a little harsh; PA a little bland, but enjoyable for a while; Granger good if a little hearty at first; Chatham Manor pleasant. Buy in small quantities, and don't judge by the first or first ten bowls. Sometimes you come back to a blend you didn't like and find it good.
 

mso489

Lifer
Feb 21, 2013
41,211
60,650
Though not strictly OTC blends, I would definitely look at Daughters and Ryan, Cornell & Diehl in bulk or tins, OHM paying close attention to which constituent tobaccos you prefer, Sutliff bulk, and Peter Stokkebye blends -- among others. These are all moderately priced and substantial quality blends. For aromatics, Three Star Blue from Iwan Ries takes some learning but is tasty to me, as is Mixture No. 79, and SWR Aromatic -- burley base, Virginia condiment, and flavored with three liqueurs, which is available in a pouch to sample, as well as a tub, a pretty refined tobacco for a true OTC.
 
May 2, 2020
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With the sad fact that most “OTC” blends are really no longer OTC, their convenience of purchase is now mostly relegated to history. In that light, many bulk blends are actually more convenient for those seeking to try out different blends. Couple that with the ignorant snobbery of some neophyte arrivistes who think good tobacco could only come from a tin, and I begin to fear the disappearance of old hallmark brands in the near future. So, do the world a favor, and add a pouch or tub of Carter Hall, Sir Walter Raleigh, Prince Albert, or some other “drugstore” blend to your cart next time your TAD starts itching. ☕

I think my inner codger is showing. ?
 

Pipewizard420

Starting to Get Obsessed
Apr 28, 2020
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Have been on a OTC kick lately. Prince Albert, SWRA and Half & Half are all excellent for my taste. CH is OK but lacks flavor compaired to many others. Have also been trying other pouch tobacco (Peterson Irish Dew, Briggader sampler, C'La Vie, John Bull, Erin Go Brugh, Granger, Velvet, etc.) And have a few from this list on order and looling forqard to trying them out... Velvet in particular sounds great! I agree there are better deals to be had with Sutliff bulks but some of these OTC blends can still be found for less than $5 a pouch (Half & Half was $3.79) which is a affordable gamble IMO and worth trying plus the old school vibe from some of these Classics stand the test of time.
 
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