Petersons nightcap.....a blend I bought and initially didn't enjoy......as you previously advised, cellar and try later as your palate changes (something I believe constantly happens) and now is a constant in my cellar and often enjoyed! Thank you, sir, for the advice and constant reminder of why we as pipe smoking Catholics should be thankful for the wonderful gifts God has given us. Blessings to you and your lovely family.
I'm with you on Boston. I grew up in NH. We were only 45 min away from Boston, but rarely went. We moved down to TN to get away from the people and culture up there. So much elitism and lack of courtesy, and rudeness in general (not to mention the political climate). I have been back 3 times, and the culture shock is astounding, arriving back in New England.
the old original Holiday was the favorite and, to my knowledge, only tobacco smoked by the late Prof. Zacharopolis of Hellenic/Holy Cross Orthodox seminary. while i was there i was the one entrusted with its procurement for him. at the time, he was working on a book on Theodore of Mopsuestia. i have it now in my library.
Now! This is The Old Pipe Cottage!👍🏻 I enjoyed just smoking a bowl and listening and learning about your recommendations of good pipe tobacco. Thank You for another informative pipe talk! Happy Smoking!
1Q cellars pretty well for an aro, I've got ounces that are 10 years old and still smoke well. Loving Lane BCA too a straight black Cavendish is a nice palette cleanser to smoke between blends.
I got an unopened tin from a friend of mine that was cellared from 2012 and maaannnnnnn it was good. It helped me break away from aromatics into English blends it was a good bridge lol
I'm enjoying Early Morning Pipe and a cup of coffee while watching this video. Thanks for the info about cellering 1Q. I enjoy many blends, but 1Q is my go to blend. Your content is always enjoyable and informative.
As an educated man, I am surprised by your comment on not going to Boston. No one is saying move there! But the town is rich with history and historical sites that are enriching.
Can you please do a series of videos on Beginning Pipe Smoking? I've been an athlete all my life, albeit slow and fat, and now I would like to take it up.
I went to LJ Peretti for the first time this year, and while it is a nice little shop and I enjoy a number of their blends, it's not the easiest place to access without a lot of walking or an excessive parking or ride sharing fee. As for bulk blends to cellar, it's going to be a list of non-aromatics. Peretti's 150th Anniversary is in my cellar, as is their Cuban Mixture and Tashkent, but I didn't get enough of any to get a paint can, so I can't speak to that particular form of storage and its efficacy. Watch City has a nice list to choose from, such as Old Dominion, Ahab's Comfort, and Waltham Broken Cake. Country Squire Cowboy Coffee, Yazoo Witch(limited seasonally) and Pilgrim's Muse are good for cellaring. JM Boswell's Northwoods and Private Stock are as well. And finally, Father Dempsey is available from a number of different sources in bulk.
Yes Pegasus is available in bulk. It is my favorite. Then OJK and Haunted Bookshop. Although, before I tried Pegasus, Haunted Bookshop wasy go to if I was going to be atound people. Happy puffing!
Been pipe smoking a year, tried some 33 blends. I realized how much I love The Country Squire, and have decided to order an ounce of every non-aromatic they offer. Acquiring a new blend or two every so often, it's been real nice. I don't know when I'll go through an aromatic itch again, but I know from experience and sampling no one can compete with their offerings on that front.
I know you have no interest in Boston because Massachusetts is a liberal state but there is a lot of history here and I would encourage you to give chance if you ever get the opportunity. I think you would enjoy it more than you think. also, most of the people in mass are actually not liberal at all myself included.
Im also from Massachusetts and not a liberal, i refer to them as libtards lol. Peretti's is great, their store blends are phenomenal and worth every penny. I suggest buying 2oz of as much stuff as you can fit in jars. Cheers
Arango Balkan Supreme is my daily smoke it is quite nice. But I do enjoy Balkan Sobranie as well actually it my favorite. Oh by the way I like the miniature flag in the background. Thanks for sharing your blend recommendations.
I wish you well brother. I’m glad I was able to get the old home place and review it before somehow expression of your right to personal thought led to reactivity against you. Great video. I do love a good, full English Balkan supreme sounds just great. Be well and Happy Sipping, Z~
Same advice in the fragrance world about returning to a fragrance that challenges your nose. Our tastes and sense of smell change over time. Fragrances will also sometimes change for the better in a similar way to how tobacco ages.
Although you may not have initially liked the Haunted Book Shop blend, the book is actually a pretty good read. There are a few legit jabs at the world of academia, which both you and I can relate. Love the content!
Some interesting recommendations, thanks! Unfortunately being in UK, some of those might not be feasible for me to get a hold of, BUT, fortunately there’s plenty of blends still out there!😄 Still quite early days for me on my pipe journey, so when it comes to decent cellar time and exp, it ain’t really there atm (just by virtue of time)..However, being in UK, some of the most available bulk stuff comes from GH/SG, so I’d lend a nod to those (with them having a strong reputation generally, and many being of good cellaring components)👍 Edit: removed last part; influenced by poor mood, and not necessary👍
Hey I am trying to get smarter, so I have been smoking Match Revelation, said to be Einstein's favorite. I like it. Cheap in bulk, got to go through it, rough mixture, but last batch I got, got whole leaves folded over, oriental? Unfolded and ripped, just went through bag, removed a few stems along the way before jarring. Great stuff. Love it smoke a bowl every night on my way home from work, sometimes another one, wife doesn't complain about smell.
What do you think about the Match blends? I got some Match EMP, Night Cap, and Revelations, all were really good to me but curious what you might think.
Great recommendations, as always enjoying the videos. I like this other bulk blends: Peter Stokkebye: Luxury Navy Flake PS400. Cornell & Diehl: Red Odessa. Kramer's: Father Dempsey. F & K: Black Bayou Mist. Mc Baren: HH Old Dark Fired Ready Rubbed . HH Rustica Ready Rubbed. After this i'll have to light a pipe ;)
Forgot balkan 2. Roman II goid blend. Good blend. Hey I have bought close to 40 blends. Including some favorites, Revalation, Balkan 2, ovc is Carter hall, next is Escudo followed by bullseye flake. I believe I might enjoy some Kentucky dark fired. Like Virginia's, but still like my orientals and latakia. Tonight on my way home I smoked Walnut, enjoyed it. Still looking for something.that is the same as London Aire that I used to buy at local shop in early 1980s. That was my favorite. Hey I like my latakia.
The podcast is similar to what Shad from Shadiversity did with his channel. His main channel is his normal content and then he made a 2nd channel called knight watch where he is more, opinionated, on various topics. I don't really mind the random rants but it does make it easier to categorize content when it is on a separate channel/platform
It’s worth going to Boston just to stroll the decks of the USS Constitution, view the family pews of Old North Church, and admire the gravestones of its Cemetery.
@Interfect727 I saw something on Facebook about it. "Supposedly" Harold said something that the 1% of people didn't like and he got canceled. Now, I don't know how true that is, but that is what I saw. Apparently if you have Christian values and don't accept or go along with what the rest of the sinful world does you get canceled and punished.
LJ Peretti 150th anniversary flake is so densely packed and so dry that at 90 bucks a pound you're probably getting the same amount of tobacco as if you bought 2 lbs of anybody else's.
Hey me again. Catholicism, I was raised a protestant, dad had been catholic, didn't go back. Mom was Methodist, I don't agree with modern Methodist theology. I have read the bible. Old joke, is the pope catholic. That don't work anymore. He isn't. An old hymn comes to mind, faith of our fathers.. Memorial day, put flowers on grandpa and grandma graves in catholic part of cemetery. Everywhere I looked I knew them, good people. Hey it is all about good people. Love god, your neighbor as yourself.
As a devout Catholic myself, it’s always nice to find someone who isn’t afraid of the backlash of admitting it.
Love your reviews
As a pipe smoker and a Catholic you sir are greatly appreciated
The copy of Imitation of Christ in the thumbnail is noticed and thoroughly appreciated.
Petersons nightcap.....a blend I bought and initially didn't enjoy......as you previously advised, cellar and try later as your palate changes (something I believe constantly happens) and now is a constant in my cellar and often enjoyed! Thank you, sir, for the advice and constant reminder of why we as pipe smoking Catholics should be thankful for the wonderful gifts God has given us. Blessings to you and your lovely family.
I'm loading up a bowl of peterson nightcap right now actually. It's a strong one but it's always satisfying
I'm with you on Boston. I grew up in NH. We were only 45 min away from Boston, but rarely went. We moved down to TN to get away from the people and culture up there. So much elitism and lack of courtesy, and rudeness in general (not to mention the political climate). I have been back 3 times, and the culture shock is astounding, arriving back in New England.
I'm a native of central NH, myself. (Plymouth/Bristol area) Even the culture shift from the south of the state to the north end is somewhat shocking.
the old original Holiday was the favorite and, to my knowledge, only tobacco smoked by the late Prof. Zacharopolis of Hellenic/Holy Cross Orthodox seminary.
while i was there i was the one entrusted with its procurement for him.
at the time, he was working on a book on Theodore of Mopsuestia. i have it now in my library.
As a new pipe smoker, I would actually say Old Home Place was one of the best smokes so far and it can be bought in bulk.
Thank you Alan, the bulk blends sound great.
Now! This is The Old Pipe Cottage!👍🏻 I enjoyed just smoking a bowl and listening and learning about your recommendations of good pipe tobacco. Thank You for another informative pipe talk! Happy Smoking!
I have a mason jar of Holiday Mixture tucked away that’s about 5 or 6 years old…guess this is the sign to break it out and enjoy a bowl. God Bless!
I wonder if that mixture is anything like Pensioners Mixture here in the UK ie a bin of odds and leftovers?😅 who cares if it’s good though!
Great seeing "The Imitation of Christ" in the thumbnail - an amazing daily devotional for sure!
Luxury Bullseye Flake is insanely nice to me.
Sir, as a northern New Englander myself, I can confirm that there is no earthly reason to step foot in the Godless state of Massachusetts.
My dear wife is from Springfield Mass, left there 40 years ago, and has absolutely no desire even to ever set foot in the state again.
I buy Hoggarth Brown Irish X by the pound, and let it cellar for 18 months minimum. A treat indeed!
1Q cellars pretty well for an aro, I've got ounces that are 10 years old and still smoke well. Loving Lane BCA too a straight black Cavendish is a nice palette cleanser to smoke between blends.
I put RLP-6 in time out for a year and its awesome! RLP, 1-Q and BCA, I always keep on hand.
Mac Barrens Scottish Mixture - is superb.
Pirate Kake - If you like latakia bomb perfection
I just finished off a 2 oz sample of the Scottish Mixture. Planning to order more.
I got an unopened tin from a friend of mine that was cellared from 2012 and maaannnnnnn it was good. It helped me break away from aromatics into English blends it was a good bridge lol
Love Pirate Kake!
Yeeeeeess sir!! Old joe is my treasure baccy
I'm enjoying Early Morning Pipe and a cup of coffee while watching this video. Thanks for the info about cellering 1Q. I enjoy many blends, but 1Q is my go to blend. Your content is always enjoyable and informative.
As an educated man, I am surprised by your comment on not going to Boston. No one is saying move there! But the town is rich with history and historical sites that are enriching.
Too many folks up that way for me!
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I appreciate that. I live in Wyoming😂. Take care
Alan if you ever break down and visit Peretti’s you won’t regret it. I’ll take you out for a lobster 🙂
Try Peretti London Flake
Can you please do a series of videos on Beginning Pipe Smoking? I've been an athlete all my life, albeit slow and fat, and now I would like to take it up.
Nice list.
Thanks brother. Golden Cavendish from Sutliff is my personal favorite bulk blend.
Sutliff VA Slices is a good bulk Virginia flake.
I went to LJ Peretti for the first time this year, and while it is a nice little shop and I enjoy a number of their blends, it's not the easiest place to access without a lot of walking or an excessive parking or ride sharing fee. As for bulk blends to cellar, it's going to be a list of non-aromatics. Peretti's 150th Anniversary is in my cellar, as is their Cuban Mixture and Tashkent, but I didn't get enough of any to get a paint can, so I can't speak to that particular form of storage and its efficacy. Watch City has a nice list to choose from, such as Old Dominion, Ahab's Comfort, and Waltham Broken Cake. Country Squire Cowboy Coffee, Yazoo Witch(limited seasonally) and Pilgrim's Muse are good for cellaring. JM Boswell's Northwoods and Private Stock are as well. And finally, Father Dempsey is available from a number of different sources in bulk.
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Nice haircut and beard trim!
Yes Pegasus is available in bulk. It is my favorite. Then OJK and Haunted Bookshop. Although, before I tried Pegasus, Haunted
Bookshop wasy go to if I was going to be atound people.
Happy puffing!
Been pipe smoking a year, tried some 33 blends. I realized how much I love The Country Squire, and have decided to order an ounce of every non-aromatic they offer. Acquiring a new blend or two every so often, it's been real nice.
I don't know when I'll go through an aromatic itch again, but I know from experience and sampling no one can compete with their offerings on that front.
I know you have no interest in Boston because Massachusetts is a liberal state but there is a lot of history here and I would encourage you to give chance if you ever get the opportunity. I think you would enjoy it more than you think. also, most of the people in mass are actually not liberal at all myself included.
Im also from Massachusetts and not a liberal, i refer to them as libtards lol. Peretti's is great, their store blends are phenomenal and worth every penny. I suggest buying 2oz of as much stuff as you can fit in jars. Cheers
It is always nice to sit and just have a relaxed chat. Good luck with the Haunted Bookshop, I hope you have a better experience.
Arango Balkan Supreme is my daily smoke it is quite nice. But I do enjoy Balkan Sobranie as well actually it my favorite. Oh by the way I like the miniature flag in the background.
Thanks for sharing your blend recommendations.
I wish you well brother. I’m glad I was able to get the old home place and review it before somehow expression of your right to personal thought led to reactivity against you. Great video. I do love a good, full English Balkan supreme sounds just great.
Be well and Happy Sipping,
Z~
8oz bulk of C&D's - Morley's Best is a good VA_Latakia_Burley blend; I am currently enjoying quite a bit.
Same advice in the fragrance world about returning to a fragrance that challenges your nose. Our tastes and sense of smell change over time. Fragrances will also sometimes change for the better in a similar way to how tobacco ages.
pegasus definitely can be ordered in bulk!
Peter Stokkebye Luxury Twist Flake and Luxury Navy Flake are two I highly recommend. They age exceptionally well.
More to add to my list. Also need to add your Old home place to my list. The pipe cottage coffee is very good too.
Yes! Thank you!
Well, about that...
You've spoken of a brand new, newly rare, blend that just got harder to get, unfortunately.
I highly recommend Newminster 400, 403, and PS luxury Navy flake.
I'm with you on Old Joe Krantz--better than Haunted Bookshop. I'm going to give the Holiday Mixture a try.
All sound like great blends. I'm a little surprised no mention from Boswell. He has some amazing blended tobaccos.
Although you may not have initially liked the Haunted Book Shop blend, the book is actually a pretty good read. There are a few legit jabs at the world of academia, which both you and I can relate. Love the content!
Some interesting recommendations, thanks! Unfortunately being in UK, some of those might not be feasible for me to get a hold of, BUT, fortunately there’s plenty of blends still out there!😄
Still quite early days for me on my pipe journey, so when it comes to decent cellar time and exp, it ain’t really there atm (just by virtue of time)..However, being in UK, some of the most available bulk stuff comes from GH/SG, so I’d lend a nod to those (with them having a strong reputation generally, and many being of good cellaring components)👍
Edit: removed last part; influenced by poor mood, and not necessary👍
I’m interested your tobacco recommendations but I’m more interested in where you found that personalized edition of The Imitation of Christ! Beautiful
Hey I am trying to get smarter, so I have been smoking Match Revelation, said to be Einstein's favorite. I like it. Cheap in bulk, got to go through it, rough mixture, but last batch I got, got whole leaves folded over, oriental? Unfolded and ripped, just went through bag, removed a few stems along the way before jarring. Great stuff. Love it smoke a bowl every night on my way home from work, sometimes another one, wife doesn't complain about smell.
What do you think about the Match blends? I got some Match EMP, Night Cap, and Revelations, all were really good to me but curious what you might think.
Luv giveaways ❤
Great recommendations, as always enjoying the videos.
I like this other bulk blends:
Peter Stokkebye: Luxury Navy Flake PS400.
Cornell & Diehl: Red Odessa.
Kramer's: Father Dempsey.
F & K: Black Bayou Mist.
Mc Baren: HH Old Dark Fired Ready Rubbed .
HH Rustica Ready Rubbed.
After this i'll have to light a pipe ;)
Forgot balkan 2. Roman II goid blend. Good blend. Hey I have bought close to 40 blends. Including some favorites, Revalation, Balkan 2, ovc is Carter hall, next is Escudo followed by bullseye flake.
I believe I might enjoy some Kentucky dark fired. Like Virginia's, but still like my orientals and latakia.
Tonight on my way home I smoked Walnut, enjoyed it.
Still looking for something.that is the same as London Aire that I used to buy at local shop in early 1980s. That was my favorite. Hey I like my latakia.
What the holy what. Auto correct took over. Balkan II or 2 is good stuff.
“Agree with thine adversary quickly.”
The podcast is similar to what Shad from Shadiversity did with his channel. His main channel is his normal content and then he made a 2nd channel called knight watch where he is more, opinionated, on various topics. I don't really mind the random rants but it does make it easier to categorize content when it is on a separate channel/platform
Ok, old joe Krantz, I tried to like haunted bookshop, but I love old joe krantz.
Peter stokkebye Balkan supreme is the same as Arango in case you come across one or the other being out of stock
It’s worth going to Boston just to stroll the decks of the USS Constitution, view the family pews of Old North Church, and admire the gravestones of its Cemetery.
Our country began in Boston MA and I believe it is also ending in Boston MA.
My country absolutely did not begin in Boston. It began 1607 in Virginia, then 1670 in South Carolina.
@@thepipecottage3301Amen
@@thepipecottage3301someone would benefit from a recent Abbeville Institute video on the 1607 beginning
What happened to Old Home Place?
What did they do to the Old Home Place? Why did they have to tear it down? Oh why did I quit my job in the fields and take a new job in the town?
@Interfect727 I saw something on Facebook about it. "Supposedly" Harold said something that the 1% of people didn't like and he got canceled. Now, I don't know how true that is, but that is what I saw. Apparently if you have Christian values and don't accept or go along with what the rest of the sinful world does you get canceled and punished.
LJ Peretti 150th anniversary flake is so densely packed and so dry that at 90 bucks a pound you're probably getting the same amount of tobacco as if you bought 2 lbs of anybody else's.
That flag on the bookshelf is wild.
Crazy how someone is being attacked for their beliefs and opinions especially when the Bible itself says it’s an abomination..
The Bible is full of bigotry. Jesus, according to the Bible I’m told, loved all.
I’ve got to disagree with you and George about Holiday mixture. It’s one of the worst tobaccos I’ve tried. Ha!
I was once offered a free trip to Boston Massachusetts and I turned it down. Too far behind yankee lines for me.
You wouldn't want to see all the colonial history in New England?
Hey me again. Catholicism, I was raised a protestant, dad had been catholic, didn't go back. Mom was Methodist, I don't agree with modern Methodist theology. I have read the bible.
Old joke, is the pope catholic. That don't work anymore. He isn't.
An old hymn comes to mind, faith of our fathers..
Memorial day, put flowers on grandpa and grandma graves in catholic part of cemetery. Everywhere I looked I knew them, good people. Hey it is all about good people. Love god, your neighbor as yourself.