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For this video, I sampled the blends myself (and loved every minute of it). What's more, I sent out pre-release samples to a few willing participants that had no idea what they were trying. ... Read More

I waited a long time to try Brigade Campaign. It was a few years ago when the blend was rarely available due to the cult following it had gained. When I finally got my hands on a tin, I wasn't disappointed. Experienced Virginia smokers are likely to fall in love immediately ... Read More

I'm pleased to see another flake being added to Savinelli's line of tobaccos, after last year's introduction of the decadent Brunello Flake. And this new blend has arrived just in time for the colder months, which is fortunate because Giubileo d'Oro flake is an impeccably-blended, all-day English ... Read More

Dan Tobacco's Salty Dogs was released in Europe last summer, and we first encountered the blend during this year's IPCPR in New Orleans. I immediately knew that this hearty plug of Virginia and Perique would satisfy my desire for bold flavor and medium-full strength.

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Few things are more exciting in the world of pipe tobacco than a new blend by G. L. Pease. The Virginia Cream is a bit of a departure for Greg, but if there's anyone who call pull off an Aromatic blend that also features some excellent tobacco flavors to go along with the inherent sweetness and luscious room note, Greg can. ... Read More

The new HH Pure Virginia delivers exactly what the name promises: honest, and unadulterated tobacco taste. I've been incredibly excited about this blend since I tried a few bowls during IPCPR a few months ago.

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Opening my tin of Golden Days of Yore instantly put me in the Christmas spirit. The aroma of eggnog, gingerbread immediately had me feeling homesick and left me longing for the winter months. Right from the first light you'll be able to tell that this is a special blend indeed. ... Read More

I've been a big fan of the Rattray's Virginia blends for years. From Brown Clunee and Old Gowrie, to Marlin Flake and Hal O' the Wynd, there is something for most occasions (as far as strength and flavor go) for the dedicated VA smoker. However, there did seem to be one gap on the lighter side of things ... Read More

I decided to revisit this classic Irish-style flake after many years. Since it had been so long, I didn't know quite what to expect. Popping the tin for the first time unleashed an "in-your-face" fruity aroma and very dark, neatly-stacked flakes. ... Read More

We pipe smokers can be a ritualistic lot at the best of times, observing methods of packing and lighting passed down from smoker to smoker in order to elicit the absolute coolest, driest, most pleasurable smoke possible. Luckily most of us draw short of donning robes or ceremonial garb...anymore anyway. ... Read More