Tobaccos for smoking in pipes are often carefully treated and blended to achieve flavor nuances not available in other tobacco products.[citation needed] Many of these are blends using staple ingredients of variously cured Burley and Virginia tobaccos which are enhanced by spice tobaccos, among them many Oriental or Balkan varietals, Latakia (a fire-cured spice tobacco of Syrian origin, but now made in other regions, such as, Cyprus and Lebanon ), Perique (uniquely grown in St. James Parish, Louisiana) which is also an old method of fermentation, or blends of Virginia and Burley tobaccos of African, Indian, or South American origins. Traditionally, many U.S. blends are made of American Burley with sweeteners and flavorings added to create an "aromatic" flavor, whereas "English" blends are based on natural Virginia tobaccos enhanced with Oriental and other natural tobaccos. There is a growing tendency towards "natural" tobaccos which derive their aromas from artful blending with selected spice tobaccos only and careful, often historically-based, curing processes.
Pipe tobacco can be purchased in several forms, which vary both in flavor (leading to many blends and opportunities for smokers to blend their own tobaccos) and in the physical shape and size to which the tobacco has been reduced. Most pipe tobaccos are less mild than cigarette tobacco, substantially more moist and cut much more coarsely. Too finely cut tobacco does not allow enough air to flow through the pipe, and overly dry tobacco burns too quickly with little flavor. Pipe tobacco must be kept in an airtight container, such as a canning jar or sealed tin, to keep from drying out.
Some pipe tobaccos are cut into long narrow ribbons. Some are pressed into flat plugs which are sliced into flakes. Others are tightly wound into long ropes, then sliced into discs. Plug tobacco is maintained in its pressed block form and sold in small blocks. The plug will be sliced into thin flakes by the smoker and then prepared in a similar fashion to flake tobacco. It is considered that plug tobacco holds its flavor better than rubbed or flake tobacco. Flake tobacco (sliced cakes or ropes) may be prepared in several ways. Generally it is rubbed out with the fingers and palms until it is loose enough to pack. It can also be crumbled or simply folded and stuffed into a pipe. Some people also prefer to dice up very coarse tobaccos before using them, making them easier to pack.
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What you'll find in Sherlock Holmes pipe tobacco is a
straightforward blend of select flue-cured Virginias from around
the world along with some rich Burley from Brazil. The Peterson
blend is finished with a subtle citrus note that is only faintly
noticeable in the flavor. A higher end Virginia blend that's not
too overpowering, Sherlock Holmes is a perfect everyday tobacco
to keep in your rotation.
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For all of you who were concerned that Dunhill tobaccos had
disappeared forever - good news! The blends are back using the
same exact blends and tobaccos, coming from the same factory. The
only thing that's different is that they are now under the
Peterson name. Even the classic artwork remains.
Peterson's Standard Mixture Medium (original) is a wonderful
example of the British Latakia blend. So many great blends from
England are made with the combination of Virginia, Orientals, and
Latakia. Standard Mixture Medium uses the highest quality of each
kind of leaf, and the blend balances all the elements
beautifully.
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Peterson Sunset Breeze is a blend of top-quality Virginia,
smooth, mellow Burley, and soft, silky black Cavendish.
This cool and gentle-smoking mixture is finished with the warm
and comforting flavor of amaretto liqueur for a great aroma and
subtly-sweet flavor. One of Peterson's most popular aromatics,
Sunset Breeze is sure to please.
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Peterson Sweet Killarney begins with two types of Virginias - a
ribbon-cut bright and some rubbed-out flake. These tobaccos are
combined with slowly-steamed black Cavendish and form the base to
which a luxurious cream caramel essence is applied. The flavor is
mellow and sweet with a comforting room note. Smooth and warm,
Sweet Killarney is ready to sweep you away to the old sod.
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For all of you who were concerned that Dunhill tobaccos had
disappeared forever - good news! The blends are back using the
same exact blends and tobaccos, coming from the same factory. The
only thing that's different is that they are now under the
Peterson name. Even the classic artwork remains.
Peterson The Royal Yacht is a singular blend of bright Virginias
for sweetness and darker Virginias for more body and richness.
The tobaccos are matured, then combined and finally finished with
a unique mixture of flavors to create a blend unlike any other.
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Peterson University Flake begins with specially selected
Virginias and rich Burleys which are pressed along with a dark
fruit essence. The bricks are allowed to mature under pressure to
bring out a smooth round flavor, and then sliced before tinning.
It may be slightly aromatic, but University Flake is a robust
tobacco that's perfect following a nice meal.
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Do you have Prince Albert in a can? We do and we'd be happy to
ship it to you! This Prince Albert tobacco continues to stand the
test of time. Consisting of mahogany-colored burley, Prince
Albert tobacco delivers subtle notes of cocoa and molasses, and
is a great blend to enjoy anytime. Popular for its taste and
aroma, the Prince Albert Can is one of the best pipe tobaccos,
and Pipes and Cigars offers it to you at the most affordable
price around. Mellow, flavorful, and affordable, what more can
you ask for? Get your Prince Albert Can to enjoy today.
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Iwan Ries' original, world-famous blend, Three Star Blue features
toasted Burley and Bright Virginias, with just a touch of Black
Cavendish, Perique, and Latakia. Topped with Ries' one-of-a-kind
aroma, Three Star Blue has been one of the blender's best sellers
since its inception — a pleasure to smoke and pleasing to those
around you.
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Iwan Ries & Co was established in 1857 and has been a permanent
resident in Chicago, Illinois ever since. It was in the mid-1950s
that they created a blend that didn’t take long to become their
#1 seller. Iwan Ries Three Star Blue had been an exclusive blend
in their store for over 60 years but they decided it was time to
release it in a big way by making it available to retailers
everywhere. We were more than eager to pick up this old style
American-English blend and add it to the collection.
Iwan Ries Three Star Blue is crafted with sweet Virginias, nutty
Burleys, a dash of toasted black Cavendish, a pinch of Latakia
and hint of Perique. This unique blend is then finished off with
a top flavor if fruitiness and a singular floral note. The superb
Iwan Ries Three Star Blue will take you back to simpler times and
is sure to take you on a trip down memory lane.
​I’ve been blending pipe tobacco for nearly forty years, but ten
years ago is when things really took off. I had made some blends
for our brick & mortar store that did well, so we put them up for
sale on P&C, and that was the beginning of Hearth & Home.
Recently I was asked to make a new series that would let me
stretch my wings, as it were, trying to think outside the box,
and to use tobaccos and techniques that were different than
anything I had done previously. I welcomed this challenge. The
powers-that-be, here at P&C wanted me to put my name on these
blends, and here’s the first entry in the RO Series – Fire Storm.
While most of the RO Series will be small-batch, limited
editions, Fire Storm will be continuously available. I took the
Virginias I used in my best-known Virginia-based blend,
Anniversary Kake, and amped up the Perique content. Then I added
a splash of some very nice dark-fired leaf. Fire Storm starts
out, as does Anniversary Kake, quite sweet, but the spice shows
up shortly thereafter and builds gradually through the end, with
a peppery finish. If you like bold Virginia/Perique blends, give
it a try and you’ll understand the reason for its name.
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Rum, like tobacco, played a major role in the growth of the East
India Trading Company, so it only makes sense that their first
three pipe tobaccos would all have an element of rum flavor. But
rum takes on many faces, and in our Rum Punch Sampler, you get to
try them all. Grab one of these and find out for yourself why rum
and pipe tobacco go together so well.
The Rum Punch Sampler includes:
(1) tin East India Trading Company Cellar Reserve
(1) tin East India Trading Company Officer's Club
(1) tin East India Trading Company Royal Challenge
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A customer asked me years ago if I could come up with something
that was good for first thing in the morning, so I came up with
Mellow Morning. It's very subtle, made with Burley and black
Cavendish and a very soft fruit note that makes it a great choice
with your morning coffee or at any time throughout the day, If
you spend a lot of time with a pipe in your mouth, you'll
probably enjoy Russ' Mellow Morning.
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Every year when the cherry trees blossom in Washington, DC, it's
an event. People flock from all over to see the trees in full
bloom. As a tribute to that event, we bring you Russ' Monthly
Blend - Nation's Capital. This is a rich, sweet black Cavendish
with a smooth black cherry flavor, enhanced by a rich, caramelly
vanilla. The room note is amazing, and the flavor has an
incredible dessert-like quality. If you're looking for a blend
that's unapologetically aromatic, you've found it with Nation's
Capital.
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Edward G. Robinson, named for the late actor who helped create
the blend, is an American English style mixture of Burley,
Cavendish and Latakia, with a light, complimentary top note. It's
very much like the blends everyone seemed to enjoy in days past.
Take a trip to yesteryear with this pleasant tobacco.
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Edward G. Robinson, named for the late actor who helped create
the blend, is an American English style mixture of Burley,
Cavendish and Latakia, with a light, complimentary top note. It's
very much like the blends everyone seemed to enjoy in days past.
Take a trip to yesteryear with this pleasant tobacco.
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Sail Aromatic is a singular blend. Tobaccos in pouches usually
contain Burley, Virginia, and maybe some Cavendish, but Sail
Aromatic takes it a step further by adding Orientals and a touch
of Latakia. The complimentary top-note makes for a pleasant
aroma, and it works beautifully with the leaf so that the
tobaccos is still the star. If you're looking for an affordable
aromatic with traditional flavor, you have to try Sail Aromatic.
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Sail Regular is a long-time favorite among people who prefer
creamy, spicy blends without a lot of added flavorings.
Virginias, Burleys, Orientals, and Brazilian tobaccos combine to
make this traditional Dutch Cavendish, which if tasty and not
overly sweet. If you want an affordable, all-day type of blend
that doesn't overwhelm your palate, give Sail Regular a try.
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Savinelli Brunello Flake is a nicely pressed tobacco consisting
of sweet, tangy Virginias, mellow Burleys and a bit of savory
Orientals which are nicely matured under pressure, with a subtle
essence that elevates the blend beyond the norm. Brunello Flake
delivers a slightly-sweet flavor with creamy notes and just a
touch of spice.
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Savinelli Doblone d'Oro is a unique blend of sugary Virginias,
smooth Burleys, robust dark-fired leaf and a splash of zesty
Perique. The mixture is then spun to mature and marry the flavors
and sliced into compact coins which allow for a wide variety of
packing options. Many fans of Doblone d'Oro find this to be very
similar to the original Three Nuns when it was made with Perique.
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Scotty's Honey and Chocolate comes to the rescue for those of you
who miss Mac Baren's tobacco of the same name. This blend of
Virginia, Burley and black Cavendish is finished with a warm
chocolate flavor, which is then sweetened with a touch of honey.
The flavor is mellow and smooth, and the aroma is comforting.
Scotty's Honey and Chocolate is a perfect way to wind down after
a hard day.
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​Historically, here in the Northeast, our forests are littered
with lines and lines of old stone walls. Built throughout the
centuries to designate one man's land from another, they were
often the site of casual conversations between neighbors. Scotty
has devised a smooth casual blend to keep in that tradition of
social congregations. Toasted Cavendish, Burley and Golden
Virginia seasoned with just enough Cyprian Latakia to produce a
cool-smoking, sweet full-bodied, slow-burning tobacco. Pick some
up today and enjoy it with a friend.
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Welcome the newest addition to the Seattle Pipe Club family of
pipe tobaccos - Deception Pass. Another great creation from Joe
Lankford, SPC's resident blender, Deception Pass is a unique
Virginia/Perique blend that includes matured and stoved
Virginias, spicy-sweet Perique, some rich Turkish Orientals and a
touch of toasted black Cavendish for an extra dimension of
flavor. Try the newest taste of the Pacific Northwest - Deception
Pass
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Seattle Pipe Club Galloping Gertie is one of the more unique
blends you'll come across. It's a Virginia/Perique blend, but it
has a lot more going on. For one thing, some of the Virginias are
stoved until black. Then, to make things even more intriguing,
some Turkish tobacco is added. Finally, the mixture is pressed
into a crumble cake to marry and further mature the flavors. It's
all here - sweet, spicy, earthy, and savory flavors will treat
your palate to an experience you won't soon forget...
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Seattle Pipe Club Hood Canal is a pressed crumble cake that is
perfect for the cool weather. You will notice the robust flavor
that comes from a good amount of Latakia with some Virginia,
Orientals, and Perique with a fair dose of rich, earthy Burley.
This new addition to the Seattle Pipe Club line-up will have you
coming back for more each time. Make Hood Canal a part of your
regular daily routine.
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Okay, what could possibly make Seattle Pipe Club's Mississippi
River any better? How about taking the base tobaccos and storing
them in a freshly-emptied rum barrel for a full month before
pressing? This makes a lot of sense since Mississippi River is
basically a VaPer on steroids so in this process it becomes a
super-flavorful navy cake because of the rum and oak influence.
Then, to make sure the rum essence doesn't fade before you get
the chance to pop a can open, they inserted a piece of one of the
barrel staves into each tin so you get the most benefit from this
amazing blend.
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