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Derringer is a Virginia ready rub blend from Cornel & Diehl. While not new, it is a new addition to the selection of tobaccos at Twins Smoke Shop and will be one of the tobaccos featured at our upcoming Pipe Club dinner in August–more details about that will be coming soon.
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In this video, I review Dexter’s Secret, an English flake in the 7-20-4 Briary Blends series. Dexter’s Secret is a repeatable, maybe even an all-day Latakia blend, but it is bolder than blends like My Mixture 965 but not as strong as Night Cap or Quiet Nights. I also share how the blend came about,…
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Part of the Old Ones series, From Beyond is a ribbon blend featuring 21-year-old Cyprian Latakia alongside aged Red and Bright Virginias, Orientals, and Perique. Jeremy Reeves original intent was to evoke the flavor and experience he had from smoking a circa 1990 tin of Dunhill Night Cap. I cannot compare it to that, never…
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Unboxing Per Jensen’s Harbour Dreams was a real treat. It is an aromatic Burley and Virginia blend with notes of chocolate and almonds. There is a surprising transition from sweet to savory as you smoke it, making it one of the most complex aromatics I have tried.
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I love Virginia Perique blends, and one of my favorites is 7-20-4 Briary Blends Queen City. A simple blend of Red Virginia Cavendish and genuine St. James Perique that delivers deep, rich, and satisfying flavor! Join me as I open a new tin and share what is found within!
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I always have a selection of favorite tobaccos in my bag when I head out to Twins Smoke Shop. Lately, it has been heavy on the G.L. Pease side of things. I do love his stuff! This video highlights what Pease blends have made it to the top of my list: Cumberland, Windjammer, Penny Farthing,…

