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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Gambler Red pipe tobacco is a mellow to medium fine cut blend of
Burley and Virginia tobaccos with little additional flavoring.
It’s smooth, easy to light and easy to keep lit.
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Gambler Silver is an extra mellow fine cut tobacco blend with
minimal added flavoring; perfect for those who want a more gentle
smoke or who want to lighten a stronger blend.
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If you enjoy full-flavored Latakia blends with a nice helping of
Orientals, then you're likely to love GL Pease Abingdon. It
produces volumes of rich fragrant smoke with woodsy character,
and influences of leather, earth and spice. One of Greg's classic
Latakia blends, Abingdon has a huge following among people who
enjoy traditional English-style Latakia blends.
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An alluring assortment of exotic Oriental tobaccos is generously
blended with bright and red Virginia leaf. Finally, just enough
Cyprus latakia is added to provide an alluring smokiness,
resulting in a tobacco that can best be described as a
light-medium Balkan mixture. This is the blend for gentlemen with
a Bohemian spirit and a sense of adventure.
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GL Pease Barbary Coast is a unique and interesting blend. It all
starts with a good measure of cubed Burley, which delivers a
nutty and earthy character and a slow, cool burn. Some Virginia
is added to provide some sweetness to avoid allowing the Burley
to make the blend too heavy. Perique is added to deepen the
flavor, while a light topping of brandy is added for a subtle
influence in taste and aroma. Barbary Coast is a one of a kind
blend that will appeal to a wide variety of pipe enthusiasts.
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Cairo is another singular blend from GL Pease. This blend of a
number of differently colored Virginias is enhanced by exotic
Orientals and finished with a condimental touch of Perique. The
result is fresh, somewhat sweet and comforting.
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Caravan is a blend that shows how thinking a bit outside the box
can create a masterpiece. Mr. Pease has developed a rich,
medium-bodied Latakia blend with distinct Oriental influence, but
going counter to the typical formula, he has added a bit of
Burley which enhances the body without exerting too much
influence on the flavor.
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GL Pease Charing Cross is a robust Orientals-forward Latakia
blend with the usual cast of characters- fine Virginias, tangy
Orientals and rich, smoky Cyprian Latakia, but done with such
balance as to make Charing Cross a full-bodied blend that is a
distinct departure from the norm. People who enjoy Latakia blends
with a robust Oriental influence are going to love this blend.
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GL Pease Charing Cross is a robust Orientals-forward Latakia
blend with the usual cast of characters- fine Virginias, tangy
Orientals and rich, smoky Cyprian Latakia, but done with such
balance as to make Charing Cross a full-bodied blend that is a
distinct departure from the norm. People who enjoy Latakia blends
with a robust Oriental influence are going to love this blend.
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GL Pease Chelsea Morning – the name implies that this would be a
great blend with which to start the day, and that would be true.
Although it contains both Latakia and Perique, the amounts are
light enough to allow the Virginias and Orientals to shine.
There's an elegant sweetness here that makes Chelsea Morning an
especially pleasant early-day tobacco.
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GL Pease Chelsea Morning – the name implies that this would be a
great blend with which to start the day, and that would be true.
Although it contains both Latakia and Perique, the amounts are
light enough to allow the Virginias and Orientals to shine.
There's an elegant sweetness here that makes Chelsea Morning an
especially pleasant early-day tobacco.
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GL Pease Cumberland is a singular blend consisting of matured
Virginias with the addition of a dark Kentucky that has been aged
extensively which enhances the strength and depth of the mixture.
The inclusion of a bit of Perique adds some sweetness and spice,
while smoothing the overall character. Cumberland is a robust
blend but maintains perfect balance.
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GL Pease Embarcadero is a subtle, yet complex blend made with
ripe red Virginias and select small-leaf Izmir which is pressed
to mature the tobaccos and marry the flavors. The cakes are
sliced and the flakes are broken. There's a remarkable depth of
flavor with a light undercurrent of spice. For anyone who
enjoys the interplay of Virginias and Orientals, Embarcadero is
an absolute delight.
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GL Pease Fillmore is a straightforward combination of flavorful
red Virginia and tangy Louisiana Perique. What sets it apart is
that the flavors are matured and deepened under pressure, and the
pressed tobaccos are thickly-sliced and tumbled out. There's an
unusual depth of flavor with this blend. Fillmore will be a
staple for VaPer lovers.
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GL Pease Fillmore is a straightforward combination of flavorful
red Virginia and tangy Louisiana Perique. What sets it apart is
that the flavors are matured and deepened under pressure, and the
pressed tobaccos are thickly-sliced and tumbled out. There's an
unusual depth of flavor with this blend. Fillmore will be a
staple for VaPer lovers.
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GL Pease Gaslight is a rich crumble cake of red flue-cured
tobacco, combined with lively Orientals and rounded out with a
generous helping of Cyprian Latakia. It's served in bars for
preparation as you prefer. For Latakia fans, Gaslight is a great
choice, especially if you prefer being able to prepare the
tobacco is a specific way.
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GL Pease Gaslight is a rich crumble cake of red flue-cured
tobacco, combined with lively Orientals and rounded out with a
generous helping of Cyprian Latakia. It's served in bars for
preparation as you prefer. For Latakia fans, Gaslight is a great
choice, especially if you prefer being able to prepare the
tobacco is a specific way.
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GL Pease Haddo's Delight takes the Virginia/Perique genre and
stands it on its head. Besides the sweetness provided by the
Virginias and the Perique, a bit of unflavored black Cavendish is
added to lend a subtly sweet depth. On top of that dark Burley is
added for body and a touch of nuttiness. The entire package is
finished off by a light topping to tie the flavors together. For
many, Haddo's Delight is a staple to always keep on hand.
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GL Pease Haddo's Delight takes the Virginia/Perique genre and
stands it on its head. Besides the sweetness provided by the
Virginias and the Perique, a bit of unflavored black Cavendish is
added to lend a subtly sweet depth. On top of that dark Burley is
added for body and a touch of nuttiness. The entire package is
finished off by a light topping to tie the flavors together. For
many, Haddo's Delight is a staple to always keep on hand.
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GL Pease Haddo's Delight takes the Virginia/Perique genre and
stands it on its head. Besides the sweetness provided by the
Virginias and the Perique, a bit of unflavored black Cavendish is
added to lend a subtly sweet depth. On top of that dark Burley is
added for body and a touch of nuttiness. The entire package is
finished off by a light topping to tie the flavors together. For
many, Haddo's Delight is a staple to always keep on hand.
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The first in the New World Series from GL Pease, JackKnife Plug
is an all natural blend of dark-fired Kentucky leaf and red, ripe
Virginia tobaccos layered on a central core of golden flue-cured
leaf. The whole provides deep, earthy flavors with a hint of
bright sweetness. The tobaccos are pressed and matured in cakes
before being cut into 2oz blocks. JackKnife is a stout blend with
the dark-fired leaf adding a subtle smokiness and a finish
reminiscent of dark chocolate while the Virginia tobaccos provide
a sturdy backbone. Slice it thick and rub it out for a ribbon
cut, slice thin for a shag, or chop it into cubes. The choice is
yours and we’re sure you will savor it any way you choose.
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The first in the New World Series from GL Pease, JackKnife Plug
is an all natural blend of dark-fired Kentucky leaf and red, ripe
Virginia tobaccos layered on a central core of golden flue-cured
leaf. The whole provides deep, earthy flavors with a hint of
bright sweetness. The tobaccos are pressed and matured in cakes
before being cut into 2oz blocks. JackKnife is a stout blend with
the dark-fired leaf adding a subtle smokiness and a finish
reminiscent of dark chocolate while the Virginia tobaccos provide
a sturdy backbone. Slice it thick and rub it out for a ribbon
cut, slice thin for a shag, or chop it into cubes. The choice is
yours and we’re sure you will savor it any way you choose.
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The first in the New World Series from GL Pease, JackKnife Plug
is an all natural blend of dark-fired Kentucky leaf and red, ripe
Virginia tobaccos layered on a central core of golden flue-cured
leaf. The whole provides deep, earthy flavors with a hint of
bright sweetness. The tobaccos are pressed and matured in cakes
before being cut into 2oz blocks. JackKnife is a stout blend with
the dark-fired leaf adding a subtle smokiness and a finish
reminiscent of dark chocolate while the Virginia tobaccos provide
a sturdy backbone. Slice it thick and rub it out for a ribbon
cut, slice thin for a shag, or chop it into cubes. The choice is
yours and we’re sure you will savor it any way you choose.
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GL Pease Key Largo is a rich Latakia blend with a distinct
difference - the addition of some maduro cigar leaf, resulting in
a touch of earthiness and refreshing spice, while helping Key
Largo to produce volumes of thick, creamy smoke. The combination
of the broadleaf, the Latakia, exotic Orientals and ripe red
Virginias will give you a comforting and satisfying experience.
Reminiscent of some old-time blends, Key Largo is a rich blend
with plenty of body.
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