SMOKE WITH ME | Do You Judge Blends Too Soon?
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2 жыл бұрынWe’ve all likely been guilty of judging pipe blends way too soon. Today let’s fire up a bowl and relax as I share my thoughts on this topic.
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@SoopSammich339 2 жыл бұрын
Yep 😅
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You are always so supportive of my efforts Jake, thank you so very much 🙏
@mattmelly2824 2 жыл бұрын
Dear hobbiton piper I am a relativity new pipe smoker. I live in Hampshire UK. I am a sheep farmer. And today was a verys tressful day at work. I came home, had some supper, and now am sitting outside in the garden with my pipe.... I just wanted to say. Your comments on this video really resonated with me. Thank you.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You’re so welcome Matt. This feedback alone made all the effort of making this video worth it. I’m so glad you were here with us today.
@russhenry8112 9 ай бұрын
Kevin you are a good for reducing Blood Pressure . Thank you at the end of a heck tic day and our crazy world.🌅👍
@hobbitonpiper 9 ай бұрын
Good deal, let’s all make time to relax and unwind! :)
@McCTruth1 8 ай бұрын
The mister rogers of pipes!
@hobbitonpiper 8 ай бұрын
That’s a huge compliment, thank you! :)
@brianhamilton757 6 ай бұрын
You're like the Bob Ross of pipe smoking (that's a compliment ). Brand new to the hobby (only two bowls in) and love watching your videos.
@hobbitonpiper 6 ай бұрын
Thank you, that’s a great compliment! Lots to explore here, be sure and see the Playlists tab! Enjoy! :)
@russhicksart 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent words of advice for new and veteran pipers alike. The old saying was it takes at least 4oz in the same pipe to start to know a blend. I think there's a lot of wisdom in that idea. I've found most blends I end up loving are subtle and it takes time to discover everything they have to offer. The ones I like immediately rarely make the cut. Capstan Blue (and gold but that's a story for another day) was something I smoked a fair amount in the late 80's before I switched to McClelland only. When MB resurrected it in 2013 I bought a hoard of tins and thought blue was good but not close to what it was back in the day. Thanks to you I've recently tried it again and thoroughly enjoyed my old tins of Capstan Blue which have aged exceptionally well. I even restocked the ole cellar with many new tins. I wish I still had tins of Blue from the 80's as they are selling for big money these days but back then cellaring tobacco just wasn't a thing.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Subtle blends can be so very special, but always take time to understand thanks to that subtlety. Maybe we will stumble onto some old Capstan Blue someday!
@keeganobney8643 7 ай бұрын
Everytime I revisit Dorchester I'm blown away by how consistently good it is. I always have a wonderful baseline of sweet, nutty and earthy but every other bowl I'll find floral nuances in it and I love that. The more I smoke it the better I learn it
@hobbitonpiper 7 ай бұрын
This is a great example of how some blends reward you the more time you spend with it!
@andylancaster8331 2 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say I really enjoy your videos and you are the Bob Ross of pipe smoking!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a very high compliment Andy, thank you! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the videos!
@paulrouleau1972 2 жыл бұрын
A little token of appreciation for your wonderful videos.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Paul, I really appreciate your support of my efforts!
@particleaccelerator7738 Жыл бұрын
But few youtube creators just radiate such a nice energy every time. My heart is genuinly filled with peace and joy just watching and listening to you. Also i want to thank you kindly for introducing me to pipe smoking. I myself am a great fan of tolkien and his works (i would go as far as describing me as a scolar of some sorts even) - thats how i originally stumbled upon your channel anyways - and i just recently carved myself a beautiful wooden pipe 😊. Thanks for being out there, please continue making such great content.
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
Thanks again for this encouragement! I hope you enjoy your pipe journey and have many peaceful, joyful smokes :)
@tone5315 Жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, cheers from south Spain. I really like your vibes. Good smoke, good chat
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
I’m very happy to have you here with us! :)
@LesRickfordMedia Ай бұрын
A good point about giving blends enough time. Like you, it took me a while to really appreciate Capstan Blue, but now it's my blend as well. Keep up the good work.
@hobbitonpiper Ай бұрын
Yes, it often takes time to understand and appreciate a blend, doesn’t it!
@groovinpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I always enjoy smokin with ya buddy:) cheers from Northern NV😁
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers! It’s great to see you here today :)
@_greyskol 4 ай бұрын
Prefect timing for today’s “smoke with me” topic. I’m smoking Lane Limited rlp6 out of Corncob Missouri Pride model. Don’t judge a tobacco too soon.
@hobbitonpiper 4 ай бұрын
It usually takes time for a proper determination :)
@challengerdart3731 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent vid Hobbiton. Thanks. Have a great week.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Have a great week as well! :)
@xxExtol Ай бұрын
Hey buddy. Your last part on this video about being alone - well - it's something I needed to hear. That is all I will say on that. I really enjoy the Smoke With Me series, it helps. You are articulate and easy to listen to. You the man.
@hobbitonpiper Ай бұрын
Glad I could help! Relax and enjoy :)
@FuzyBndloDistruction 4 ай бұрын
I love your videos. They are the perfect companion when enjoying a pipe. Today I'm smoking some Acadian Flek from KBV in my Eleganza 320 Savinelli
@hobbitonpiper 4 ай бұрын
Love the 320 Eleganza!
@spaceman51974 3 ай бұрын
You are so right. Everything about pipe smoking is about giving it plenty of time and patience. All the things in rare supply in the tik tok age.
@hobbitonpiper 3 ай бұрын
Yes, give it time! :)
@pipeadmirer1909 Жыл бұрын
Just want to thank you for channel and regular postings. After recently stumbling across your videos. I’ve watched a number now but I’m still catching up. Long time YTPC participant (but not a presenter). Thanks for adding so much to this great community. Best, Gary
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary! New videos coming soon! :)
@kayakkevin 7 ай бұрын
Lovely video! Thanks
@hobbitonpiper 7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! :)
@Scottydye Жыл бұрын
Very good wisdom! Thank you.
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@timrichardson4018 Ай бұрын
I've learned based on the handful of blends I've tried, to spend some time with a blend for a while before deciding what I think. I was really looking forward to C&D Daylight. And at first, didn't like the tin note. And the first smoke tasted minty, which was weird. First and only blend so far I've had with Oriental leaf. But I let it air out for a while and tried again a couple of days later, and it was and still is amazing!
@hobbitonpiper Ай бұрын
Yes it often takes time!
@jimmullenax2872 2 ай бұрын
Hi Kevin! I hope you're having a great week. Mine has been a bit rough but tonight i finally have a few minutes to myself. I'm enjoying a lovely first bowl of Boswell's English Biscuit in my MM Bent Boone cob. It is listed as an English on their site. I'm getting really nice cocoa flavors, a bit of camp fire from the Lat, and just genuinely enjoying this blend. On the retro-hale I think i'm getting baking spices. I'm going to have to sit with this a while longer to distinguish all the flavors. I may be falling into the "this is amazing trap", but this first bowl is def 🔥
@hobbitonpiper 2 ай бұрын
Awesome, a promising start! :)
@rustbeltpipes 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! For me, it was Molto Dolce. Just about threw it away after my first smoke. Too sweet, too goopy....couldn't stomach it. But, after some dry time and a half dozen other smokes, I've really come to appreciate it as a fantastic dessert blend. Great video as always - Cheers from Michigan ✌️
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great example! It can have that snap-crackle-pop goopiness without some dry time, can’t it…it’s a fine line with that blend for me to get it to just the right smoking moisture level :)
@C69712 9 ай бұрын
Sweet. I have a tin of Dunhill 3 year matured Virginia. I’m actually saving it for a special monumental time…for when “the fat lady sings” 😂
@hobbitonpiper 9 ай бұрын
That’ll be good whenever you open it! :)
@geoffryfeinberg1349 2 жыл бұрын
So glad I got to share a pipe with you. I enjoyed my stanwell bulldog and some Peterson old Dublin. I love that pipe of yours, it's super cool. Take care and be well, my friend.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you were able to sit and relax for a bit with me! Old Dublin in a Stanwell Bulldog sounds great!
@markswinhoe2851 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video's keep them coming. Love the pipe never tried the tobacoo on the bucket list though
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah Mark it’s a very subtle, excellent tobacco in my opinion
@ThePastorPiper 2 жыл бұрын
This was so nice. Thanks so much! I’m finally getting an Aron like yours. Once it arrives I will play around with some stands I am making and then would love to send you one of the finished ones. I’ll email you once I’m ready. Thanks for letting us see your auenland again!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome, I thought you’d enjoy that! Can’t wait for your email! :)
@SmokesaPipe 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the relaxing smoke and great conversation Kevin. Yes, I am guilty of judging a blend too soon. 🙂
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I think we all are! Spending time is the key :)
@bobkrause0103 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video and advise. Thank you
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome Bob! :)
@NorthwoodsPiper 2 жыл бұрын
Great topic, been guilty of this on a few blends. You’re greatly appreciated Kevin and still would have my vote as the best all around reviewer in this community👍🏼✌🏼👊🏼
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, that really means a lot!!
@ingz3768 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, calm and soothing vid man! Loved it, nice pipe, cool thingy with the birds. Thank you for all your effort making videos and such . God bless.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you enjoyed! You’re very welcome, calm and soothing is the goal :)
@pedrocoutodebrito 2 жыл бұрын
I also love the Capstan Blue. But I watched this one smoking the Balkan Sasieni, another one of my favorites. Cheers!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! I have a close friend that LOVES Balkan Sasieni! Great to see you here today :)
@pedrocoutodebrito 2 жыл бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper , cool! And thanks for the videos!
@reydabeast1331 Жыл бұрын
Catching back up on the last couple videos you have posted. Very relaxing to listen to and great content. Keep up the great work Kevin! One of these days I need to watch and smoke a pipe. Haha
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
Haha I hear you. Many enjoy a pipe while watching these, but watching them however you want is great! :) Thank you for the encouraging words! It means a lot
@bjdenil 2 жыл бұрын
What a great pipe!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It really is a great one, pricey but it was worth it
@Yornick 2 жыл бұрын
Great blends are like true love: only get better with age. :D Yer a good man, Kevin, and I'm happy you're making these videos. :)
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Great analogy! :) Thank you so much for the kind words, Yornick
@MarkJLarsonOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Great video buddy! I really enjoyed it my friend!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark!
@robmoore6086 2 жыл бұрын
Your one of the good guys and I always enjoy smoking with you thanks 👍
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Rob, you’re very welcome!
@timmarsh2724 2 жыл бұрын
I just wanted to say that being alone and lonely are very different things. I have a few blends that are jarred up and I hope that they either improve in the jar. Or that my palate continues to develop and that I am capable of enjoying them.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great point, Tim! Loneliness is what we can hopefully prevent here. I enjoy my alone time! :)
@SoCal-Piper 2 жыл бұрын
After watching this upload with conviction, I believe I'll give Early Morning Pipe another go. 🤙
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You should! You never know…. :)
@timroot4207 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You !
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome Tim!
@MrToslon 2 жыл бұрын
It’s always so relaxing to have a smoke with you. Have a great week!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad! You have a great week too!
@couchescounselling 2 жыл бұрын
I really liked the smoke with me sessions you do! I hope you're able to keep it up!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James! I enjoy them as well!
@ThePastorPiper 2 жыл бұрын
Oh boy. I’m actually writing this before I watch it. But I’m going to wait til after work tonight and fill a pipe and watch while I have a puff of my own. But I’m super excited to watch!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, I’ll be here! :) :)
@gratefulpipeandcigar3239 2 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your chats and your insights. You’re absolutely right about getting to know a blend. I’ve gone both ways on this and it’s a fun and interesting journey. Have a good week Kevin.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You have a great week as well! Yeah we all need to be a little more patient from time to time :)
@flavadog17 2 жыл бұрын
Yep! I'm in the judging too quickly club sometimes too! Glad to know I'm not alone! 😂😂....I always will store any blends I don't seem to like right away for a few weeks and then take another swing at em...most times that's all it takes for the flavors to hit my palate right, a little maturing time in the ball jar!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Patience is often the key, isn’t it! And sometimes a little aging too :)
@fuckyoutube70 2 жыл бұрын
I used to be guilty of this. But I learned different sized chambers really do change a tobaccos flavor and burn profile. Good topic. Thanks for the great content..Happy Smokes!!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Different pipes can make a huge difference!
@NorthwoodsPiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this generous support, I really appreciate it 🙏
@RelaxedpiperYoutube 2 жыл бұрын
In the beginning I did, but now I've learned not to judge too quickly. Sometimes it needs to breathe, sometimes it needs some age, but many times I have to catch that right pipe and how I'm feeling. Are you heading to the Ohio show? Cheers!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I’m not attending the Ohio show but let me know how it is if you go! Yeah there are so many variables and finding the right pipe for a blend is a big one!
@RaduCiprian 2 жыл бұрын
A smoke with me day is a good day!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Radu, I agree! :)
@TomSutts1969 2 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video thanks Kevin! I thought lane 1-Q and Autumn Evening were going to be my go to's but prince albert and Pegasus are becoming my favorites! Cheers and happy piping!!! 🇨🇦 🥃🥃
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
It takes time, and tastes / preferences do change over time as well!
@bjdenil 2 жыл бұрын
Very Nice! Thank you for another great video, Kevin! No time to smoke right now but Capstan Blue sounds delicios!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! You can come watch the video again on your next bowl then, no worries :)
@ThePastorPiper 2 жыл бұрын
Happy 4th Kevin! Hope you and your family have a great day. Thanks for all you do, best regards Mike
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! Have a great day as well!
@joseluismanzur1973 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Kevin i am jose luis from argentina i am according with you about tobaccos we have time and time to test them.Capstan its agood tobacco i enjoy it.In this moment i smoke capitan black regular white pouch but made in denmark by STG its a good aromatic oiuch of 42.5 g.Thank you for this super relax moment.Goods smokes.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome Jose! Captain Black Regular will provide you with many relaxing smokes, and its room note (room aroma) is excellent!
@leonine9463 2 жыл бұрын
I really had to wait so I can smoke my pipe watching this one. Speaking of spending time with a blend, I got my first tin of GH Bob’s chocolate flake and it was awesome. As you said in the review it takes time to know this blend. Lastly the interactions that you talked about means a lot to us. Thank you.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you waited (it’s better that way) :) Yeah, Bob’s CF is really an intricate blend with a lot of fun nuances to explore over time! It does take time. Enjoy! :)
@thomasdrudi9945 2 жыл бұрын
Your right on the money with this. About two weeks ago I opened a tin of Dan Devils Holiday. My tastebuds hated it. But after a few bowls I've come to enjoy the super sweet blend. Not an everyday smoke for me tho. Gotta give blends time to grow on you. Enjoy your pipes my friend.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
This is a great example! Yes, many blends will indeed grow on you
@skippyb.coyote895 10 ай бұрын
It really is true that it can take several smokes, if not a whole tin worth, to really develop a solid understanding of all the nuances of a blend and whether or not you like it. I've had quite a few blends that initially blew me away with how good I thought they were, but after returning to them a few more times I started noticing more characteristics of the smoke that I didn't notice at first and maybe didn't care so much for. Conversely, the very first time I smoked what might be my #1 favorite blend now-Cornell & Diehl's Autumn Evening-I hated it so much that I dumped the bowl out halfway through and nearly threw the whole tin in the trash. Thankfully I cellared it in a Ball jar instead of throwing it out, and when the flavor of it kept lingering on my brain a couple weeks later I decided to try it again... and then again, and again, and kept liking it more and more each time. Now two tins later, if I'm being perfectly honest with myself, Autumn Evening is probably my favorite smoke.
@hobbitonpiper 10 ай бұрын
There are blends I’m still learning from after years of smoking them. Pretty cool :)
@ernieulibarri4796 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic topic and really great advice! I can’t tell you how many times I have tried a blend that I couldn’t stand! I would put them in the cellar, come back to them later and find that I love them! It’s happened with Haunted Bookshop, Early Morning pipe, and Mac Baren Navy Flake just to name a few. Thanks for the awesome video my friend and have a blessed day!🙏👍
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Right on, Ernie, this is exactly what I’m talking about :)
@Nighttrainpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Went with some Escudo while watching this one. Love Capstan Blue though. Since I smoke at night, I watch the bugs coming in to the light rather than the birds coming to the feeders. :)
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I like that Scott! Nature is amazing to watch in all its forms to me :)
@tokatulu 2 жыл бұрын
Floating away! Trying some Seattle pipe club wild man in my 320. An excellent first smoker. I’ve taken a long break from my pipes. A lot of stress and a lot of uncomfortable conditions made next to impossible to smoke any thing but nasty butts. I’ve just got back to a comfortable place to occasionally smoke. I look at all the impulse tins and all the tins I bought out appreciation and all the jars of pure love.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
So glad you’re able to relax for a bit! Unwind…. :)
@tokatulu 2 жыл бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper you are such a great personality on this multimedia thing. You, and a small small handful of other excellent presenters, have kept me in check and on track during my dark cigarette days. I’m coming home now to my pipes. Long live the YTPC! 🌱🌱🌱🌝🌚⭐️⚡️🔥☀️
@beardzzone 2 жыл бұрын
That happened to me when I first tried haunted bookshop I must say I wasn't impressed so I keep on but my my how the tide turned it's in my top 3 thanks again for another great video
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah Kevin, great example, this is what I’m talking about!
@tyrarubin1512 9 ай бұрын
That's the pipe I want. Along with another video that shows your blue attachment for your month peace for you shorter pipe. Please let me know where I can get both. Thanks again. Tyra
@hobbitonpiper 9 ай бұрын
See smokingpipes to watch for the Vauen Auenland Eron pipe. Here’s where to find the blue stem: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fteXZK-XvL2yc3k.htmlsi=bxyf_wv13g3CvLEl
@manhattan7055 2 ай бұрын
I splurged on a 4oz tin of Plum Pudding Special Reserve 35$ (2022 package date) the tin was amazing, blew my socks off. I thought I had found the holy grail of leaf! When I saw it again for 35% off I went hog wild and bought about 7 tins 1/11/23 pack date. Earth shaking batch variance, not un-smokeable but a hard pass if given a sample, I quickly realized why they were on sale.... over a year later now and still can't bring myself to chance another purchase (which by this time would obviously be a different lot) LOL The power of disappointment. Lesson learned.
@hobbitonpiper 2 ай бұрын
Ouch, well, with every error a lesson is learned! :)
@albertd8870 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the effort and calming nature of your videos. I’ve never tried Capstan Blue, but will order some soon. Just acquired a beautiful new Peterson Aran, I’m going to smoke one bowl of Carter Hall in it just to break it in a bit, and then the Capstan. I’m curious to see if my tastes compare with your profile of the tobacco. Thank again Kevin. Al in South Carolina
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Al! Capstan Blue is subtle and nuanced, and it will take time to understand it fully and appreciate all that it has to offer, but I’m confident you’ll enjoy the journey! It’s a high quality blend
@jeremiahbuck2450 Жыл бұрын
I didn't like moontrance at all when I smoked it the first few times, but I started to slow down my puffing and was then able to taste it more I started to appreciate the deep vanilla and bourbon. Also, I smoked on windy days which made the aromatic experience not as enjoyable when I first smoked it. Your palate might also be use to the latakia blends and smoking the sweeter lighter blends falls flat until your palate adjust to the more mellow sweet flavors
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
Yes, it all takes patience and experience doesn’t it :)
@frankgallik2653 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin, great to see your video. This is a very interesting topic. I think that one could say that tobacco blends can be judged too quickly. Some I've judged to love too quickly. Some I've judged to not care for too quickly. I think I'm more guilty of the former more often than the latter. I think in some instances age on the tobacco does change how you might feel about it. Sansepulcro did improve once it aged. I also added a little cognac too it. I just didn't care for it initially. To be honest, I wouldn't buy any more of it. But age did improve it. On the other hand some of the C & D aromatics I fell in love with. But then my tastes changed to preferring a Virginia. Good to see you, always love these videos.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, all great examples Frank, thank you! There are so many potential variables that judging too quickly is often a mistake
@SmokingCardboard 2 жыл бұрын
Great chat. Now you mention it. Capstan blue didn’t wow me. I haven’t smoked through the first tin. Should probably get to it. But I can relate to with my favorite c&d exhausted rooster. Have a great day Kevin😊
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I’ve found that many of the more subtle, nuanced blends sometimes take significant time to understand and fully appreciate
@enasdad 2 жыл бұрын
YES!!! I judged Peter Heinrich golden sliced too soon. Subconsciously I thought I would not like it and so I only smoked a bowl and then forgot about it. It a solid top 5 blend for me now. 👍
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
This is exactly the type of early judgments that I’m talking about… :)
@johnbragg 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin. I have enjoyed a bowl of Peterson Flake whilst watching your video, and as luck would have it, your sentiments have rung true. I have had some great smokes with it and some not so good. Turns out that packing it right has made all the difference. Capstan is hard to get in the UK, but we are blessed with alternatives and Peterson Flake is for me a worthy contender that I enjoy tremendously. It has only taken me a little over 40 years to nail pipe smoking. That's the fun in chasing the Nirvana smoke. Regards, John.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
John, you’ve chosen a stellar blend to spend time with. Your wise experience shows! :)
@brianquilty687 2 жыл бұрын
I have judged a blend too quickly and later found out that I liked it way more than I first thought. But I must say, my tastes in tobacco seems to always be changing. I've also found that some blends do smoke better in certain shape pipe, and others just need a certain size bowl.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely true! Finding the right pipe is part of the “spending time” process that is so critical, so accurate judgements are almost impossible to make early on for me
@hikingpipes6911 2 жыл бұрын
Agree. Made mistakes in both directions 🤣. Nothing catastrophic but... I'm making my way through my first tin of Capstan Blue. So far so good.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
It’s one of those blends that continued to reward me the more time I spent with it!
@DangerZone83 2 жыл бұрын
Two blends have made me realize I should always give a blend a handful of smokes before deciding. Those blends are Half & Half and Dunhill/Peterson Elizabethan Mixture. I hated both blends the first several smokes, but kept giving them a chance. I now have around 5 pounds of Half & Half and around 20 tins of Elizabethan Mixture stored away to be sure I don't run out anytime soon.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
This is a great example!
@chickensandwich1589 Жыл бұрын
I did the same thing with Sutliff chocolate Moose. Loved the first two ounces... about a year after I bought a pound, don't really enjoy it now that I have started smoking English and Virginia blends.
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
Yeah, this type of story is very common. We live and evolve :)
@punypipeman8314 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. How far from Washington MO do you live and would you ever consider doing a video tour Of MO Meerchaum for us
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it’s on the other side of the state from me but if I ever get over that way I’d love to do that!!
@bottleneckpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with pretty much all you said. Something I pleasantly found out lately, is some of the blends I didn't like all that much at first, after I jarred them up and going back to after a few months or years seemed to really shine. Some had Virginia but some were dark fired forward blends that either mellowed or sweetened with age. Good thing too, because I had bought several of a few of them. Hate to waste potentially good tobacco.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, age can make a big difference as can finding the right pipe for the blend! There are many variables, so any clear judgment often takes time and experimentation
@allenthramer6765 2 жыл бұрын
Saved your video until the quiet part of my day. The title of the video prompted the to go through my discard box. S Gawith chocolate flake. I was amazed at how many nuances I was able to discover. Bready sweetness, a touch of Lakeland, A touch of chocolate and a little cinnamon spice. The nic hit is a bit more than I prefer but very enjoyable when savored slowly. Have to reexamine the others in the lowly discard box.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! You may find more hidden gems… :)
@EJGentleman 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice and well said. Curious, have you ever gotten a blend that no matter what it is less than OK?
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Some blends just are not going to agree with you, either in taste or chemistry, or both :)
@andrewwomble2722 2 жыл бұрын
I generally don't make a final decision until after 2 ounces. I once bought a tin of C&D's Crosseyed Cricket, a crossover Aromatic/Latakia blend which I loved at the start but the more bowls I smoked, the more I began to not like the Rum punch flavor and the heavy ghosting it did to my pipes. The only blend I ever threw out halfway through my first bowl was Paladin Cherry.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Smoking a full 2 ounces will tell you a lot…not the whole story with more nuanced blends, but certainly enough to decide if you’d like to continue the journey with it or not. :) Yeah, I’ve had a couple of blends like your Paladin Cherry experience too! :)
@tomsmith5901 8 ай бұрын
So, this is an interesting approach. I know folk who smoke three tins before commenting. I rate a blend with the first or second bowlful using a seven- point system. Since I limit myself to one-two pipes a day it would take too long to get to a conclusion. Of course i also go back and try the blend again with hopes it will rise up in the ratings. In truth most do not. For me this goes to what I like and do not like. I’ve got well over 120 unique blends and have ‘classic’ versions of all categories. If you have three excellent straight Virginias then you know what an excellent straight Virginia (on your taste buds) ‘should’ taste like. At this point I can taste a full vs medium vs light English. There are Aromatics that are spot on in what they intend to deliver but are too sweet for me (Cult Blood Moon) but others that are perfect (Autumn Evening, Connoisseurs Choice, Burley Morning Pipe). I live with flexibility but also don’t want to smoke stuff I don’t really like.
@hobbitonpiper 8 ай бұрын
Some blends are relatively simple, and could be “rated” quickly. But if I had judged the exceptional, nuanced Capstan Blue for example after a couple of bowls, that would have been a true misjudgment. There are some blends that to truly “know” them takes significant time, for me anyway, and if I had judged them too soon I would have really missed out on some of the best nirvana smokes of my life.
@tomsmith5901 8 ай бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper I hear you but can’t agree about Capstan Blue. It was probably revolutionary when it came out but now … way better options.
@hobbitonpiper 8 ай бұрын
@@tomsmith5901 well if you have any sealed tins of it to trade then, email me! :)
@daddyrich2982 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin, smoking some Eileen's Dream in my Meer with ya!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! That’s a good blend , I need to have a bowl of that again soon
@wheelchairhillbilly 2 жыл бұрын
Very good channel by the way, and I'm happy to know you don't mind questions, because I have one for you. I definitely like capstan blue a fair bit, and I would say it differentiates itself from other Virginia's to be a must try for sure, although it tastes to me more heavily topped than a lot of Virginia's. However, I've never tried capstan yellow. How would you compare the 2, and which do you prefer? Also, would you consider it enough different from other light Virginia's such as golden sliced or similar to make it a must try as well? Thanks again!
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric! I absolutely think all of the blends you mentioned are must tries and are all different and amazing in their own right. I’ve reviewed them all and discussed differences in those videos so I will refer you to my Pipe Tobacco Reviews playlist for my full thoughts. If I had to only choose one of the capstans I would give blue the edge but I’m glad I don’t have to choose because I love them both and to me they are quite different
@wheelchairhillbilly 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the advice.
@GunsnBBQ1911 Жыл бұрын
Yea I've been guilty of this
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
Me too! :)
@jasonkelsey3441 2 жыл бұрын
C & D Palmetto: 4 bowls in and it is 100% meh. I was hoping for so much more. I bought 2 large tins so I guess I will have lots of smokes for it too change my mind ;) .
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
It might! That’s one I’m not familiar with, you’ll have to let me know down the road :)
@bobreynolds744 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Kevin.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob!
@floyd4335 7 ай бұрын
Where did you get that wonderful church warden pipe??
@hobbitonpiper 7 ай бұрын
I purchased this pipe at tobaccopipes
@Boarax 2 жыл бұрын
You mentioned Tolkien and of course the title of your channel is 'Hobbiton Piper,' so I can guess that you probably like Middle Earth. But do you read any particular books or listen to particular types of music that may match whatever it is you have in your pipe bowl?
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
I listen to music while pipe smoking often! I especially enjoy relaxing music, medieval tavern music, adventure/fantasy movie music etc :)
@richardchartier3023 6 күн бұрын
I was wondering if you liked English aromatics. I like Picayune Pancake.
@hobbitonpiper 4 күн бұрын
I like a little of everything :)
@2cspencer Жыл бұрын
I used to be a 3.5 pack a day smoker of cigarettes quit in 1980 . I was wondering if pipe smoking do you inhale or just draw the smoke into your mouth and blow out from the mouth. I remember my grandfather smoking a pipe with Prince Albert tobacco I never asked if he inhaled the smoke .
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
No we do not inhale, that’s one of the most important risk-mitigating elements, please see my video here!: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/obpjnat60d-akpc.html
@BriboyW 2 жыл бұрын
I have a small number of blends that I call "ashtray smokes" . . . or taste like I loaded up a bowl full of cigarette ash--ha. I keep giving 'em more chances to see if maybe I just didn't get it or didn't clean the pipe properly, but my first impression usually sticks. And then I've got one blend that has a patchouli-like incense stick quality. That one stays on the shelf.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah some blends just aren’t going to agree with you no matter what. That’s a great point about having a clean pipe, or sometimes even just a different pipe, those things can sometimes make a world of difference!
@PipenFalzy 2 жыл бұрын
I didn't like Penzance, couldn't understand the hype of it. Then after a few bowls I started to really really like it. Now Iam hunting for the stuff. 🤷
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Penzance is a truly balanced, nuanced English blend. Masterfully done in my opinion. As you’ve experienced, the more time you spend with it, the more you will appreciate that rare blend
@kalmanto 2 жыл бұрын
Now I'm not a huge fan of vairginia and perique. But it's slowly growing on me. I'm poor lol, but luckly for me my top 3 is balkan sobranie original mix match. I have pounds of that and 10 to midnight at least 5 pounds jared up. The other top is wilke #400. I just love balkens and orential blends. The only tins I really buy is from G. L. Pease (sparkplug is yummy) lol. But yes I do judge them to fast and jar an try again later. Good video.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul! The great thing about pipe smoking is that it fits any and all budgets! I’ve said many times that a cheap corn cob pipe and an old codger blend like Prince Albert or Sir Walter Raleigh is a great day in my book! :)
@kalmanto 2 жыл бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper lol I have 5 CC's they smoke just as good as any savinelli I own. Plus is I drop it in the garage it's not to upsetting
@InWithBothFeet 4 ай бұрын
Capstan Blue is a pricey tin. Is there a alternate blend that is fairly close to Cap-B that is more economical?
@hobbitonpiper 4 ай бұрын
No (nothing else directly compares to it in my book), but buying other great virginias like Mac Baren HH Pure Virginia or Orlik Golden Sliced would be great choices as well! Thank you again for supporting my efforts! 🙏-Kevin
@InWithBothFeet 4 ай бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper Thanks.. the good USPS delivered a tin of OGS and CBRM to me today. The OGS has a very nice tin note. Completely different than the other tobaccos I've stuck my nose in.
@user-mb1hg4qu9f 9 ай бұрын
So... some years ago a friend offered me a bowl of his mildest in a clean pipe, me being a non smoker. I smoked it easily and enjoyed it quite a bit. But, when I woke up the next morning, I could still taste stale ash on my tongue. So, I walked away from the pipe and stayed away. But, pipe smoking is an idea that hasn't gone away. So, I'll try it again, very likely a churchwarden with something mild. Any ideas? Anything I should avoid like the plague? 😊 Thank you !
@hobbitonpiper 9 ай бұрын
Still tasting something the next morning is very common for beginners, much like most beginners still taste a cigar the next morning. That ceases to happen over time. If you’re not wanting to experience that as much then I’d avoid blends with Latakia in it for now (it’s a very pungent, smoky component). And always, sip the pipe slow. You’re here for relaxation and flavor, not a bonfire in your mouth.
@user-mb1hg4qu9f 9 ай бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper thanks very much !
@judithdandavis2206 2 жыл бұрын
i have tried borkum riff bourbon whiskey blend . it had so much tongue bite it was terrible . i let it age a little and it mellowed a little but still bad bite .
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah that can happen for sure. I say move on to something else! :)
@judithdandavis2206 2 жыл бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper i have found a great blend this is awesome , cheap and checks off all the things i want in a great smoke .smokers pride vanilla cavendish .
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
@@judithdandavis2206 isn’t it great to connect with a blend!! Awesome :)
@catdadpiper3745 2 жыл бұрын
EMP is one I've tried a couple times and never really liked it. And everything about it tells me I should
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Be sure to revisit it later then! :)
@bassa69 2 жыл бұрын
The only capstan in uk I can find is navy cut
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Barry , both Capstans are navy cut: Capstan Original Navy Cut (blue label, aka Capstan Blue) and Capstan Gold Navy Cut (yellow label, aka Capstan Gold)
@Strick58 2 жыл бұрын
New pipe smoker here..awesome pipe you have..I have a corn cobb pipe but I'm looking to purchase another one..any recommendations?
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris! It would depend on your budget. If you want another cob, I highly recommend the Missouri Meerschaum Country Gentleman (see the Pipe Stories playlist). For a step up to briar, you should consider the Rossi Vittoria series…excellent value!
@Strick58 2 жыл бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper thank you
@Dwightpower88 2 жыл бұрын
@@Strick58 Ropp are also underrated pipes made in France, less than 100 usd usually. They smoke great and look nice too
@Strick58 2 жыл бұрын
@@Dwightpower88 thanks Todd
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
@@Dwightpower88 I have a close friend encouraging me to get a Ropp, Todd! :)
@travisholman7696 27 күн бұрын
Do you have any pipe shop recommendations in Missouri?
@hobbitonpiper 23 күн бұрын
There are very few worth mentioning that I’ve personally visited. Just For Him in Springfield MO would be worth visiting.
@travisholman7696 16 күн бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper if you are ever in the st.charles area you need to check out lit pipe and cigar on main Street. It was formally John deingler tobacconist.
@mrkalashnikov13 Жыл бұрын
After smoking one tin of a tobacco, if you don’t like it, would you buy another tin?
@hobbitonpiper Жыл бұрын
I would not. But I might be missing out lol
@King_Zer1 2 жыл бұрын
What pipe are you using in the video? I must have missed it. Also, where can I get one?
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff, here you go! Available Vauen Auenlands are sold on most major online stores, but availability of certain models may be scarce: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7qSiK2rvLvDlIU.html
@King_Zer1 2 жыл бұрын
@@hobbitonpiper I appreciate it! Do they smoke good and cool as well? I Love TLOTR and always wanted one of they're pipes.
@hobbitonpiper 2 жыл бұрын
@@King_Zer1 yes, it does. Pricey but worth it
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