Velvet Pipe Tobacco

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11-22-2015, 07:00 PM
Haebar

Velvet Pipe Tobacco

@Bruck sent me some 23-year old Velvet and I was taken by surprise at how good it is! Aging really improves this Burley-based tobacco just like it does Virginias. This is a simple tobacco made of quality leaf with a very subtle flavoring that is hard to identify. There is the nutty, slightly chocolate flavor that is associated with Burley but there is something else, something like sweet rum. The flavoring is so subtle as to be almost subliminal. This tobacco is a real and simple treat.
11-22-2015, 07:36 PM
Tobias Lutz

Velvet has always been my favorite OTC. Thank goodness it is one that is still on the market.
11-22-2015, 08:21 PM
Desertlifter

I did an OTC/pouch tobacco review/trade a long time ago and on another forum. Velvet was one of the few that didn't make the cut for whatever reason. Some day I will pick up a bit, if it is still around, that is.

Still disappointed that I just can't "get" Granger. For some reason, the stuff just speaks to me - probably the old school packaging or something. But that dryer-sheet note that pervades the stuff just doesn't work for me at all. You would think that a fan of Lakeland blends would find something to like about it, but it just isn't in the cards.
11-22-2015, 09:14 PM
AndyCAYP

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Originally Posted by Desertlifter

Still disappointed that I just can't "get" Granger. For some reason, the stuff just speaks to me - probably the old school packaging or something. But that dryer-sheet note that pervades the stuff just doesn't work for me at all. You would think that a fan of Lakeland blends would find something to like about it, but it just isn't in the cards.

What what? I'll need to look into this, I wouldn't mind having a cheapy to puff on other than Carter Hall.
11-22-2015, 11:05 PM
Desertlifter

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Originally Posted by AndyCAYP

What what? I'll need to look into this, I wouldn't mind having a cheapy to puff on other than Carter Hall.

I like SWR better - by a long shot. I do wish that I could still find Granger in the pouch though, as I was pretty much a pipe noob when I tried it. Palates change. Granger is readily available still - my B&M has the big cans of it. I've looked around other sites and not found it in pouches.

GRANGER Can 12oz
11-22-2015, 11:16 PM
AndyCAYP

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Originally Posted by Desertlifter

I like SWR better - by a long shot. I do wish that I could still find Granger in the pouch though, as I was pretty much a pipe noob when I tried it. Palates change. Granger is readily available still - my B&M has the big cans of it. I've looked around other sites and not found it in pouches.

GRANGER Can 12oz

The whole dryer sheet thing caught my interest but I see that STC is now producing it and the topnote is gone. That's a shame.
11-22-2015, 11:56 PM
Desertlifter

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Originally Posted by AndyCAYP

The whole dryer sheet thing caught my interest but I see that STC is now producing it and the topnote is gone. That's a shame.

It was very unique, I will say that. If they aren't topping it anymore I would be very interested in giving it a shot just 'cause. Might have a look. I don't often smoke burleys, but I like them when I'm in the mood. I absolutely love ABF and have a good supply of Wessex Burley Slice and Stoney.

Believe it or not, I actually prefer ABF to Stoney.