What are the best countries to buy pipe tobacco?

[Zamora]

It's mostly cigarette tobacco.

Yeah and there's certainly potential for them to grow more pipe tobacco but I doubt they will and most people probably wouldn't trust Chinese grown pipe tobacco

There is 1637, grown in southern France.

Never heard of it

 

[Sigmund]

There are some 250 gram bags of tobacco…I think its a legal taxation issue.
In Germany the price and tax stamp is on the tin. Old tins sell at old prices. There are never promotions or sales. The price is fixed. If I were to guess they just dont want to give up that control on bulk amounts.

Its not that there isnt enough tobacco, its likely the packaging control.

 

[Zamora]

There are some 250 gram bags of tobacco…I think its a legal taxation issue.
In Germany the price and tax stamp is on the tin. Old tins sell at old prices. There are never promotions or sales. The price is fixed. If I were to guess they just dont want to give up that control on bulk amounts.

Its not that there isnt enough tobacco, its likely the packaging control.

Yeah I know you can get Hamborger Veermaster in a 250 gram bag. If they're set on a fixed price then I'd imagine bulk would create an issue since you can get as little an ounce and the more you buy the better value it is. I didn't think there wasn't a shortage of tobacco

 

[First Sealord]

Yeah and there's certainly potential for them to grow more pipe tobacco but I doubt they will and most people probably wouldn't trust Chinese grown pipe tobacco


Never heard of it

It's made by Traditab. They also offer cigarette tobacco. I think they have been on the market for at least 13 years.

 

[9mmpuffer]

It's made by Traditab. They also offer cigarette tobacco. I think they have been on the market for at least 13 years.

Ai is getting really good. This is from Grok:


The "1637" pipe tobacco is a French tobacco blend with a unique history and characteristics:

• Origin and Production: The "1637" tobacco is produced by Traditab, a French cooperative founded in 2008, emphasizing local production in the South-West of France. The name "1637" refers to the year when tobacco was first cultivated in France, specifically in Clairac, Lot-et-Garonne.
• Blend Composition: This tobacco blend consists of 100% French-grown tobacco, including Virginia and Burley varieties. It is described as having a light Scaferlati style, which means it's somewhat similar to a strong rolling tobacco. The cut of the tobacco is slightly thick for rolling but thin for pipe smoking, which impacts its burning and flavor characteristics.
• Flavor Profile: Reviews suggest that "1637" has a pleasant, natural tobacco taste without notable aromatic casings or toppings. It's considered milder compared to traditional French "bruns" (brown tobaccos), hence suitable for those who prefer a less pronounced tobacco flavor, perhaps for morning smoking with coffee or tea. It's noted for being less harsh on the palate, with a taste that can be compared to a light English blend when mixed with other tobaccos.
• Packaging and Availability: It's packaged in 40-gram packets under a blister for better preservation. However, distribution seems limited; it's primarily available in the South-West of France, though it can be ordered through tobacconists across the country. The tobacco is also distributed by Altadis, with the product code 67874.
• Consumer Reception: Enthusiasts appreciate its freshness, subtlety, and taste. It's praised for its airy packing which requires less relighting and for not being overly aggressive on the smoker's palate. Some users find it versatile enough to serve both as a pipe tobacco and for rolling, although its cut is more suited for the latter.
• Cultural and Market Context: There's a niche market for this tobacco in France, where traditional pipe smoking tobaccos have a cultural significance. The introduction of "1637" has been welcomed by those interested in supporting local products and enjoying a tobacco with a historical nod to French tobacco cultivation.

In summary, "1637" pipe tobacco is a blend that aims to bring back the tradition of French tobacco while offering a modern, mild smoking experience. Its unique selling points include its French origin, the historical reference in its name, and its natural, untreated tobacco flavor profile.

 

[SootLeaf]

There is a website (forget the name) that I buy castellos from in Italy. I pay WAY less than if I bought state side. That includes shipping and paying no tax since its Italy.

I always recommend ordering any Italian made pipes from one of the several lovely vendors in Italy. These pipes are marked up dramatically in the crossing of the Atlantic.