Gawith Hoggarth & Co.: Dark Bird's Eye Pipe Tobacco

Product Number: 005-001-0026

This is a combination of dark-fired whole leaf Virginias and mid-rib fine cut Kentucky leaf rolled and sliced to make 'bird's eyes'. This fine shag cut was preferred by fisherman and sailors because it was very easy to pack and light.
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  • Components: Virginia, Dark Fired Kentucky
  • Family: Virginia
  • Cut: Shag
Customer Reviews (79 Total)
Overall Rating:
4.37 out of 5 stars
A dark and delicious dream
November 18, 2017
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I've been making an effort to try all GH bulk blends, especially the strong ones, because they are just such amazing tobaccos in general. What I've found, generally speaking, is that while sharing many components and similarities they are all uniq... Read More
Yum
November 09, 2017
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Very dark fired forward. Very rich Savory smokey earthy flavors with a hint of that flavor that is only gawith and Hogarth. I find this to be quite nicotine heavy.
Easy to Light, Easy to Smoke
January 08, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Dark Bird's Eye is cut into a very fine shag that is easy to load and lights with little effort. Little to no relights are required. It is a very strong tobacco blend in flavor and nicotine strength. As with most DFK blends, the DFK takes front st... Read More
Rich and spicy
June 10, 2017
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
In case you have forgotten what a nicotine buzz was like we would like to introduce to you Dark Birds Eye. Very enjoyable when smoked slow. Light it once and it stays lit. I will be having more
Real pipe tobacco
April 04, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Now this is what I call the real deal for pipe tobacco. Rich , tasty, and full of wonderful copious amounts of lovely smoke. I get tired of tobaccos that taut themselves as full tobaccos only to be disappointed because they taste like nothing but hot... Read More
劲大 味差
April 22, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
并不适合所有人,一斗蒙圈,味道也不咋地,烟气燥 一股子消毒水味燎毛味
最强有力的尼古丁刺激
February 15, 2019
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
这是我十年以来抽到过的烟斗草里最强有力的劲道,按照劲道强度打分的话:快乐小妖和布朗X的强度我给4.5个分数,D记皇家游艇强度我能给5个分数,GH黑鸟眼,我可以给5.5,毫无疑问这是最强尼古丁刺激
Heart racer,
July 30, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Stout and made to keep the smoker full of nicotine and alert whilst mending the nets. Try as you might to smoke it slow to reach that deep flavor, the harshness whalops you over the head. While you may need this for the balls to four, I’ll pass.
The best
October 15, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
This is the Dark Souls of pipe tobacco.
非常过瘾!
August 25, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
尼古丁含量很高,非常杀烟瘾,适合时间紧的时候快速解决战斗。
挺好的草
August 17, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
隔段时间来一斗,没有失望过。 我还是过把它卷了抽,一根手卷升天。
Nicotine donor
June 10, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
曾經試過把kendal dark和kendal Kentucky 50/50混合,味道類似DBE但是太強烈,DBE比較醇厚甘甜,我想DBE的V草大概跟kendal dark不太一樣吧?可惜的是DBE常缺貨,買不到就只好用kendal系列代替。
Old English Shag
April 24, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
A very good smoke, high in nicotine content the room note is ok so said the wife! Fast dry out 2 hours very earthy smooth and strong good volume of smoke stays lit very forgiving wants to burn.My only draw back is that it does burn fast so I use pipe... Read More
Excellent Everyday Smoke
July 26, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Very enjoyable for a quick smoke on the way to work or in between chores. I call this my grab and go. Strong but not too strong, I had to give up coffee due to caffeine intolerance (even decaf) and this has made an excellent way to start my days. Nic... Read More
Perfect for Nicotine Junkies
August 03, 2017
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Just good old fashioned simple strong rich tobacco flavor. Shag cut burns fast, smooth and easy and has high Nicotine content. Perfect smoke for Nicotine junkies like me. Need I Say More?
很刺激
November 01, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
没有我喜欢的香味少一分,但是大口过鼻很带感,眼泪差点流出来,喜欢重口的可以试试,能不能加点什么东西增加一点香味呢?
Your Eyes Will Be Beady As A Bird’s From The Full-Nic-Throttle
July 18, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Now this is a resounding example of why I love Gawith Hoggarth. I had waited months to get my claws on some of this blend, but upon checking my email I saw the good news from our allies over at Smokingpipes. The pouch note smelled just like m... Read More
5 Brothers on Steroids💪!
June 05, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
DB'sE is what happens when 5 Bros. gets a higher education and job promotion and moves to the nice side of town! Excellent!
非常烈的一款草 陈化后异常醇厚
February 15, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
非常好填装,随意塞进斗钵即可,燃烧也很好。新草口感很刺激,入口即顶喉,非常过瘾。用小斗装个1,2g草,来个30分钟就可以满足你的尼古丁需求。注意不要装过多,抽太久,容易醉烟。 陈化两年后再抽,刺激感少了很多,辣味几乎没有了,变得甘甜且醇厚。真是一款好草,难怪价高。
Regular Rotation
April 15, 2019
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Well, this blend is fairly close to one of my regular blends from this company, namely, Kendal Dark, (which is the shag version of Dark Flake). Peppery, spicy, almost with a maduro-like note in the background. A very, very, subtle sweetness that perv... Read More
Really very good.
April 02, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I could see this becoming a regular for me. The shag cut allows for very easy packing, lighting and burn, perhaps a little too easy if you're the type to keep your mouth to the bit. It'll disappear fast if that's the case, yet I've found the burn to ... Read More
Full strength
March 12, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Shag cut. Packs easy and stays lit pretty well. Smokes well outdoors. Lots of dark earthy notes. Some slight sweetness is barely noticeable near the beginning of the bowl. Plenty of vitamin N, be aware of this will put you out. I only smoke this in m... Read More
This isn't a turd bird
February 03, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Easily, easily, EASILY one of the best tobaccos I have had the pleasure of smoking. This is the first tru shag cut that I have had, and it was a great experience. The flavor and aroma of this tobacco is phenomenal. Lights and burns to a perfect fine ... Read More
Simply delicious
April 12, 2017
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
This is somewhat of a two-fold tobacco. Smoke it fast like I imagine the sailors would have and the Kentucky takes center stage. But slower smoking yields a more elegant, smoother flavor with a delicious note that I can only describe as heavily spice... Read More
Rich and Flavourful
November 05, 2015
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
While many others comment about how strong this tobacco is, it's important to note that if you're a slow or tame puffer, this tobacco will be a real treat. There is a difference between being strong and being rich in flavour. I've always found the so... Read More
Dark,strong and complex
June 30, 2015
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I ordered this based on the reviews seen here and I am glad I did. The pouch note is enticing, a strong canvas of dark fired Kentucky followed with a hint of raisin and a smidgen of vinegar. The fine shag cut makes this easy to pack and light,it burn... Read More
great blend
March 03, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I find this blend to be very rich and smooth with great darker flavor and a slight lingering semi sweet taste. Lights well, the thin cut can burn a bit hot if packed too tight. no bite but plenty of nice pepper on the nose toward the end of a bowl. S... Read More
very nice!
February 25, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Package note of barbeque, wood smoke and musty vegetation. Tobacco is a shag cut of dark brown, brown and a tiny amount of light brown. Moisture content is great. Few pipe smokers will want to dry it a bit. Burns fast with few relights. The strength ... Read More
Too strong
December 15, 2022
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Honestly, it is NOT a good pipe tobacco for rookie. It's too strong for me, and will feel drunk and tired after somke. Please be careful if you are a light pipe tobaccos-smoker.
如同天空的猛禽一般
October 28, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
草刚到还是可以的,但是细切容易变干,劲大,压喉,香气迷人感觉像喝一款甜甜的葡萄酒一样
味道是挺浓的
June 15, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
草太细,配合波本威士忌还可以,烟气有时候会顶喉咙。
Wicked Good...
May 12, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Classic...best in a Old German clay pipe...old school...nothing fancy....great smoke.
Does the Trick
June 14, 2020
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
It's a hat trick in: 1.) mechanics, 2.) flavor, and 3.) N-factor. This tobacco smokes completely to the bottom of the bowl while remaining optimally dry. In that factor, its mechanics are similar to Five Brothers, which makes this a fine candidate fo... Read More
Cloves, Bread and Smoky Wine
May 07, 2020
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
The Dark-Fired doesn’t have the typical smoky oak-laden barbeque note, but rather possess a finessed clove, floral and deep wine-like quality to it. This leads me to believe it’s African and not US Dark-Fired. The Lakeland is barely present and whis... Read More
Alas, tobacco
May 03, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
This would be a great choice for people trying to leave behind their cigarettes. The heavy vitamin content left me swimming peacefully on a warm Virginia spring evening. I will certainly be buying greater quantities. I found the taste mild, smooth... Read More
Dark Indeed.
February 26, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Very fine shag cut tobacco that comes rather moist. I like to lay it all out on a flat surface and let it dry for at least an hour and then jar it up. This is an absolutely stellar, hassle free smoke. Those acclimated to large doses of nicotine will ... Read More
Cross over to the Dark side
June 12, 2015
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Sitting down to enjoy my first bowl of DBE paired with a nice Islay single malt (Laphroaig QA). My friends, I have found the definition of flavor. This fine baccy measures up to its tin note. Strong allusions to dark, really dark chocolate (the expen... Read More
Holy Smoke, Indeed
August 03, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Dark Bird's Eye is divine, perfect, archetypal. All tobacco is technically American but those Brits sure do it well. They do it better than we do over here across the pond in the shallow end. Just a little embarrassing, that we invent tobacco smoking... Read More
Strong
July 12, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Seriously strong. Decent flavor but nothing to write home about. Due to its strength I'll probably use it as a blending tobacco to add body and nicotine to some of my favorite OTC.
手卷王者了
May 17, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
卷上一根,这感觉…
Rich and Robust
March 30, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Incredible tobacco. A rich and full bodied smoke with a light touch of spice. Savory and smokey with a nice nic hit. My first time trying this as a newer pipe smoker having smoked nothing but English blends thus far. This was a welcome departure and ... Read More
Great shag
March 24, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Last couple years has become a favorite. Layer it with brown bogie for a great smoke
What can I say about this... Wow
February 15, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
My first 2 thoughts: 1)flavour and quality is rare. Wonderful sweet raisin, caramel, deep smokiness, rich earthiness, hints of florals(but not Lakeland). I feel like this is something of quality we just don't have much of amymore. As the tobacco indu... Read More
Didn't enjoy
February 13, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
A bit too strong (tongue-burn), Barely tolerable mixed with Borkum Riff (regular).
A way too strong
January 31, 2023
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I know it's not a fair way to review, but this is just my humble opinion. As an one-pipe-a-day smoker, i did not enjoy this one. Two puffs and my head is spinning, my heart is pounding, the idea of keep puffing is unthinkable, so we are pretty much d... Read More
Like it very much!!!
December 09, 2022
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Like it very much!!!
What?
September 05, 2022
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I love the romantic image of old school piper smoking this while out on the grey Atlantic working his fishing boat, BUT this is not for me. Sour and mean...
浓烈的尼古丁可可
August 23, 2022
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
前半段无法忍受,辛辣,刺激,后半段浓郁的可可,奶骚,逐渐顺滑浓郁。需要老烟枪的嘴和微弱的抽吸。但对我怀疑对口腔伤害较大~
太美味了
July 18, 2022
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
最喜欢的一种烟斗草,劲道足,味道丰富,烟气舒畅。慢吸更能体味低温低烟中的悠闲
Worth the wait
February 17, 2022
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
This blend wasn't easy to find in the "off-season" but I think it's worth the hype. A good smoke ROTT. I imagine with age the great flavors will round out and the body will mellow. This is one to stock up on and smoke while you Cellar
Pretty Strong
August 07, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Definitely a strong dark fired smoke! Lots of taste and nicotine. Got a little jittery while smoking it, but good all around.
delicioso, perfecto
July 30, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
me encanto este tabaco delicioso. tiene ese toque de ahumado y fuerza con cierta dulzura en el fondo
I didn't like it personally
June 27, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I found it dry, it tastes bitter and smells unpleasant The smoke from it is very hot
Full and tasty
May 24, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
This is a hearty, tasty blend. Not overpowering, but a mouth-filling experience. I tend to smoke this in a clay pipe with a small bowl. It will definitely please a full smoke lover. Definitely a smoky blend with a pleasing depth of round profile ... Read More
Nostalgic flavor.
April 18, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
As a former ryo cig smoker I search for heavy nic content w/flavor that can hard to come by with my particular taste preferences. This really takes me back to rolling Drum and Bali Shag smokes. I love it. I like tasty tobacco and to me this is heaven... Read More
Bird Song
April 16, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
All I know is something like a bird within her sang! This is sweet dark and smoky goodness. Excellent cut makes for easy puffs. Laugh in the sunshine, sing :) Cry in the dark, fly through the night!
Legendary Tobacco
February 20, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Dark, rich, strong, earthy, sweet, perfect blend.
Very dark, very full
February 17, 2021
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
This is a great one to try. Not quite as good as ODF but very similar in style. The shag cut is a nice change from flakes and ribbon cuts. Takes a bit of finesse to pack it well, but the tradeoff is it lights easily and stays lit longer. My advice ... Read More
DBE is my kind of tobacco
August 18, 2020
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Can't wait for DBE to be back in stock. Great flavor with the barley.
Smooth Dark fired
June 08, 2020
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I like a stronger tobacco every now and then, and love the nicotine with this one. It has a dark, smokey, ever so slightly cocoa taste and light floral, that's really pleasant. Sip it slowly and enjoy something good. It packs and burns good being a f... Read More
Good representation
March 10, 2020
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
The Virginia Burley is a good smoke. Mellow flavor, with a nice nutty taste that isn't overwhelming. Unlike some bulk blends this guy comes at a good moisture level
If you like five brothers you might like this
January 30, 2020
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I enjoyed the strong taste. Great burley for anyone who loves burley.
Different..
August 13, 2019
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
... I mean, different compared with the tin version. Nothing to do with it, indeed. I've smoked tons of this stuff in both presentations. Not even the colour or cut is the same. The tin version is darker, thicker, richer... I hardly was able t... Read More
Good tobacco but the price is a let down.
February 18, 2019
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Good tobacco but 60 bucks a pound .........OUCH !
Delicate and Strong
October 21, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Yet another home run from GH. Strong enough to make you wish you were a giant yet smooth enough to smoke all day. This is one tobacco that will surprise you with it's strength. One moment you are smoking along and the next you need a nap! I highly re... Read More
The best
June 22, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
This is my favourite kentucky tobacco. My "non plus ultra". I want to buy again!
For true men only
May 27, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Strong stuff, definitely.. Maybe the strongest tobacco I’ve ever smoked (even stronger than the G&H ropes). If you smoke it with empty stomach, prepare yourself to have a good flying tryp 😅 Easy to pack, easy to light, easy to smoke. Be careful ... Read More
Vitamin N Anyone?
March 12, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Along with S&G #4 Twist this has the most nicotine of any tobacco I've smoked. Great amount of smoke and a strong but not overpowering virginia flavour makes this one of my top smokes!!! If you don't like nicotine or virginia tobaccos this isn't ... Read More
Vitamin N Anyone?
March 12, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Along with S&G #4 Twist this has the most nicotine of any tobacco I've smoked. Great amount of smoke and a strong but not overpowering virginia flavour makes this one of my top smokes!!! If you don't like nicotine or virginia tobaccos this isn't ... Read More
dementia?
January 08, 2018
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I bought a factory bag so labeled about 12 years ago and was quite happy with the tobacco. It was a shag cut similar to that of GH&C's Kendal Kentucky. The tobacco was a little darker than the Kentucky and the "bird's eye" were well re... Read More
Delicious
September 08, 2017
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Constantine and Kevin P. said it all. I like strong tobaccos and this has everything for me. Very rich. Occasionally, to slow down the burn rate some, I mix in a little Black or Brown Twist Sliced. Nicotine, anyone?
rich and deep
September 07, 2017
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
rich, dark, toasted bread with hints of cream and a very long satisfying aftertaste, i absolutely love it
September 20, 2016
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Good stuff!
June 22, 2015
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Definitely a new favorite and will become part of my rotation. Nice and strong. The fine shag cut definitely makes it easy to pack and light. But a drawback is it dries out fast. This stuff too dry, watch out!
Bird's Eye —> ( ( Bulls•eyE! ) )
May 21, 2015
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Great taste ! Great buzz ! Great tobacco ! !
Even Better Now
August 05, 2014
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I've been smoking only two tobaccos now for years after having worked my way thru many others. Dark Birds Eye has always been one of my two favorites. It's just a good strong Virginia that satisfies. I primarily used it to top off a half bowl of P... Read More
Even Better Now
August 05, 2014
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
I've been smoking only two tobaccos now for years after having worked my way thru many others. Dark Birds Eye has always been one of my two favorites. It's just a good strong Virginia that satisfies. I primarily used it to top off a half bowl of P... Read More
Dark Bird's Eye
July 24, 2013
Product: Gawith Hoggarth & Co. Dark Bird's Eye Bulk
Dark Bird's Eye; Star Rating = 4.5; Rating Scores - 10 is the Best and 0 is the Worst; Pouch Note = 9; Room Note = 9; Flavor = 9; Bite = 9; Burn = 9; After Taste = 9; Raw Score = 54; Rated Percentage = 90%; Comment = Smooth, Medium Strengt... Read More
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