REVIEW | Carter Hall Pipe Tobacco - John Middleton Co.

[@gratefulpipeandcigar3239]

Hey Kevin, I really appreciate how you take the time and use it so brilliantly to give stellar reviews but you’re also not too snobby to include all the simplest blends. It really gives us all permission to Enjoy absolutely whatever we want.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You got it man, there’s enjoyment to be found in the whole spectrum , and I appreciate all of it :)

[@bradleygroenhof8183]

The ambiance of nature in your videos makes me feel at home. Combined with the nostalgia and stories you revisit from blends are a comforting combination. Thank you Hobbiton Piper!

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@bradleygroenhof8183 you’re very welcome! :)

[@abesapien9930]

A beautiful, and nearly poetic, review. The stories about your parent's home entertaining was touching.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m so glad you enjoyed this review and my family stories :)

[@kevinruyle2541]

I couldn't agree with you more. Carter hall and Revelation were my 1st tobaccos growing up in the 70's Oooops showing my age. Never really got tired of either one. Still smoke them to this day. Funny how a smell or taste can take you back to happier times. My father smoked both when I was growing up. Memories Ahhh

[@hobbitonpiper]

This is great to hear, Kevin, and thanks for sharing this! Very cool that your father smoked this. :)

[@jamesburrows2971]

A true up and coming star. You explain everything so well.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re too kind James, thank you! I really appreciate the support and encouragement :)

[@jamesburrows2971]

@@hobbitonpiper Kevin, I hope you don't mind, but I did just give you a little shoutout in my video that I just posted

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@jamesburrows2971 already watched it before I even saw this comment!! Thank you so much, I really appreciate it James :)

[@marcuscabrera4079]

i've realized that the key to enjoying all kinds of blends is to love life itself as a whole, as kevin does. whether rare and exclusive or over the counter, just embrace it all and enjoy

[@hobbitonpiper]

Life’s too short to not live it with joy, as much as possible anyway :)

[@cult2Christ]

Great observation!

[@greatpumpkinhiker]

Love this blend. Have heard it described as the biscuits and gravy of the pipe tobacco world. Which it is. Always satisfying, never anything more than it needs to be. Good bowl always.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Mild and comfortable :)

[@tigeratlas]

Love the train and cicadas. I grew up in southeast missouri. This takes me back to muggy summers sitting on my folks redwood deck, looking at the woods behind the property. Happy days indeed.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes Scott, the cicadas can get quite loud! :)

[@joeski6952]

Just an amazing review! I’m a new piper and am smoking my way through each blend you’ve made a video on!

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@joeski6952 that’s great! There’s a wide variety in the Pipe Blend Reviews playlist here to choose from :)

[@jimmyking9040]

Hi thanks for the Albert and Carter tobacco reviews. I begin my pipe days in 1968 and I began with these codger blends and loved them. I had to go get cans of each and revisit them again….so glad I did just like meeting old friends again. Your reviews are some of the best on you tube . My fav are Virginia, Burley. & English, but never forget my old friends. Thanks for the memories I have recaptured. Keep up the good work.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@jimmyking9040 I’m so glad you revisited these! Classic blends should not be ignored or forgotten in my opinion :)

[@jimmyking9040]

@@hobbitonpiper

[@builderofstuff]

I just bought a tub of this to try based partly on this review . Thank you.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I hope you have many relaxing smokes!

[@builderofstuff]

@@hobbitonpiper it's every bit as good as you said it was

[@kinetoscopes]

What a fun review! I love seeing people my generation dusting off the old tried and true blends and simply enjoying them as much as I do. Happy smoking, blessings to you!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! I do think these types of blends should be experienced and appreciated on a person’s pipe journey. :)

[@enasdad]

Carter Hall is like an American Pilsner. A great go to and refreshing. If you like craft beers a Pilsner may take some getting used to. Each beers Have their place. And a lot of people only drink Pilsner’s. Excellent review as always. I love the way you tell it like it is.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Excellent analogy, Robert! :)

[@55418und]

I smoked Carter Hall 50 years ago. Enjoyed it very much.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very nice, Ronnie, it’s a classic blend that I think everyone should experience :)

[@robertkeville6230]

The year, 1967, the place, Columbia SC. My first experience with pipe tobacco. For $3.49 I got a bag with pipe. Quite the experience walking through the winter woods with a few inches of snow just thinking I was the man!

[@hobbitonpiper]

That is so cool, Robert! Great memories :)

[@skipton9511]

Kevin, you have surpassed yourself 👍👊 This is an epic review. You bring such a fine palate to the table and couple it with accessible descriptions and explanations - outstanding! Interestingly, the origins of Carter Hall are a little vague. R. J. Reynolds introduced the blend in August 1956 and later sold the blend to John Middleton who re-introduced the blend in 1987. While some suggest that it has been around since 1895, there is no information on production of the blend before the R.J. Reynolds introduction. The characteristics that you described so well, certainly made it the mainstay of the late Golden Age of pipe smoking. It was and still is a low maintenance, everyday, all-day tobacco - perhaps the quintessential user friendly tobacco whether you are a novice or an seasoned veteran. I wonder how many new pipe smokers would have had a much different (and much pleasanter) first experience if their tobacco had been Carter Hall? You are right. It would and does make a great blend for breaking in a new pipe. It's popular in the YTPC for that purpose. Your side-by-side recommendation is excellent. We identify differences with greater precision than similarities. Just listened to your interview this afternoon. Brilliant, my friend. 😎 Your remark about skipping a pipe on days that are too hot and too cold sounded so familiar. I've been on a short pipe smoking hiatus. It's been hot and humid - trying to smoke a pipe would be like trying to light and smoke damp cardboard 😂 Sadly, no garage to escape into. I hope that your week is off to a good start. Be well and stay awesome - peace

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thanks so much for all of this great information!! And thank you for all the kind words!! :)

[@EJGentleman]

You said it so well.

[@josegolfpiper8342]

I started pipe smoking w Prince Albert & Carter Hall 23 years ago, in a Cob Pipe and Buffalo Trace; Kentucky Bourbon !! Living the Dream since then.......... Excellent Review!! Thanks for sharing............Jose from Texas

[@hobbitonpiper]

Oh my I love Buffalo Trace…it’s become rare in this area! Yes PA and CH, staples for so many! :) Thank you Jose! :)

[@samturner9562]

I have had a few ounces of Carter Hall match put away for a ciuple of years and just never tried it until now. Wow, have i ever been missing out ! They got it right with this one !! I get slight hints of nuts coca and every once in a while a subtle hint of anise or licorice. Thanks for the review.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@samturner9562 you’ll have to pick up a tub of this sometime!

[@lisacards7145]

You sure know how to capture your audience! Your knowledge and thoughtful presentation is lovely! I learn so much! Thank you!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! If I can bring interest, information, and joy to someone with these videos then that makes it all worth it. :)

[@frankgallik2653]

Excellent review. May have to give this a smoke. I really love that intro. Now all you need is a pub called Hobbitons.

[@hobbitonpiper]

That would be awesome! So glad you like the intro, I’m really happy with it too, Frank :)

[@garbagemanpiper]

Since the Codger challenge CH has become my daily smoke. I have only smoked three blends since the challenge. Comfort, easy to smoke, a nice room note, the easiest blend I have ever smoked🍭🐓👶 Thanks Kevin👍

[@hobbitonpiper]

Ease and comfort all the way, absolutely :)

[@erics7712]

Hey Kevin. Great review. It’s all about the berry note in the beginning. Very unusual. Great tobacco with coffee. Cheers

[@hobbitonpiper]

I really did enjoy this with coffee the past couple of weeks, it pairs nicely and effortlessly to start the day :) Thank you Eric!

[@challengerdart3731]

Excellent, excellent vid Hobbiton. Thanks a lot. Have a great week.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re so welcome! I’ll have a new review for you this Thursday :)

[@Gspitaletti]

Great review . Very special and full of an emotional impression. I really Iike

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you so much! :)

[@toddnancy4889]

Superb review of Carter Hall Kevin!!! You have given Carter Hall the just review it so deserves. “Effortless” is spot on as a one word description. Thank you for all your videos and reviews my friend. 🙏

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re so welcome Todd, thank you for this feedback!

[@georgesilverhawkstrailcame2297]

Well done sir. I haven’t smoked this blend in a very long time. I may have to revisit it. Blessings.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You should!

[@MarkJLarsonOutdoors]

I love the way you explain everything buddy! It's so interesting for me to watch!!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thanks so much Mark, that makes me happy! :)

[@toddf9940]

I love your videos !!!! Thank you

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re very welcome! :)

[@bobkrause0103]

Thanks for the information great video

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you Bob!

[@mrpipestache2423]

Pipe ASMR for real my mouth is watering at the beginning lol

[@hobbitonpiper]

Nice! Glad you enjoyed it!! :)

[@mrpipestache2423]

@@hobbitonpiper I can smell it from here hehe

[@NickKlonizos-dq7ks]

Thank you sir

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re welcome! :)

[@OpossumPiper]

Great tip on the AB comparison!!! Thanks for another great video.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very welcome Gray! :)

[@backwoodspiper3033]

Carter Hall was my all day smoke for several years. i recently switched to sir walter original. cant beat these old codger blends in my opinion. just stumbled upon your channel. you earned a sub from me. cheers

[@hobbitonpiper]

So glad to have you with us! Be sure and see the Playlists tab for lots of relaxing content while you enjoy your pipe :)

[@backwoodspiper3033]

thank you for your kind reply. i believe i am going to thoroughly enjoy each one of your videos in my downtime while i am smoking. very well put together and i envy you with your palate. i rarely get half as much flavor as others around me do

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@backwoodspiper3033 that’s ok. Enjoy the pipe your own way…I’ll just share my experiences with you :)

[@silverjinglebobspur1]

I thoroughly enjoyed this.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m so glad Charlie! :)

[@themichiganpiper6987]

Just tried this for the first time this week. I wish I knew about this blend when I first started. Excellent review my friend. Hope you are well.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! Yes I am well and am glad you enjoyed!! :)

[@GordonHK]

Carter Hall in a cob is a great combination. Thanks for the thoughtful review,

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes it is! Thank you Todd! :)

[@none6856]

Thank you for the awesome review and the respect you gave to a staple in the tobacco world. I love that ole codger blend! Definitely a bowl of comfort... everytime.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Absolutely a comforting smoke, so glad you enjoyed, Derek! :)

[@sharilewis4533]

Sorry to catch this your video late. It's one of the best review I seen. For all the reasons that you are talkin about that's why Carter Hall has been a favorite with our grandfathers they needed tough pipes with load and go tobacco's that kept pace with their heavy busy lifestyle . I hope to hear many more reviews from you

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thanks Shari! It’s never too late to watch a video! :) Please see my Playlists, we have one for all of my Pipe Tobacco Reviews that you may enjoy as you have time

[@siriuszenith4512]

Thanks!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you so much for supporting my efforts!! -Kevin

[@ParsimoniousPiper]

Fantastic breakdown and description. I like codgers, and CH is my favorite. It really is a comfort blend.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you Ethan! :)

[@ironleatherwood]

Great job 👏

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you, so glad you enjoyed! :)

[@af4od02]

Thanks for the review.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Bill, you’re so welcome, thank YOU for taking the time to listen! :)

[@catdadpiper3745]

Love it! I have broken in multiple pipes and deghosted pipes with Carter Hall.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Ha, confirmed by Cosmo!! Excellent. Thanks brother :)

[@catdadpiper3745]

@@hobbitonpiper yep. If I have something strong, like old dark Fired, I'll have Carter Hall in it before switching tobaccos.

[@trevorjar12]

I will definitely be giving this a Shot based on how you presented this review. Good video

[@hobbitonpiper]

It has a rich history. I think every piper should spend time with the classics :)

[@FrankDAgostino77]

I agree with your assessment of Carter Hall. It's comfortable and easy, like hanging out with a lifelong friend. No pretense.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Absolutely Frank, that’s how I feel too! :)

[@namethatpipe]

Thanks for such a great review. When I get tired from bouncing from blend to blend I'll smoke a pouch of Carter Hall to reset my palate before going back to other blends. Carter Hall is a simple tobacco and it's very good at what it does.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes, this is so true! :)

[@ryansansom6901]

Great review my friend. Carter Hall has been a favorite of mine since I was 16 years old. Carter Hall has a light topping that is just right. Carter Hall, Prince Albert, and Half & Half go great with a cup of black coffee.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes Ryan, Prince Albert and coffee happens to be one of my favorite ways to start the day! :)

[@adamc647]

I am a new subscriber love your KZbin channel particularly this vid; fantastic review thanks.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you Luke! You might enjoy some of my other review videos as well (see playlists), it’s great to have you here! :)

[@RaduCiprian]

That one big can of tobacco! Even if I don't have access to it learned a lot from this video!

[@hobbitonpiper]

14 ounces is a lot! :)

[@dalepiper6693]

Great review of Carter Hall.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you so much, this means a lot to me, brother! As a big fan of your channel, I cherish your feedback so very much :)

[@kobastalin5251]

I just got some on pipes and cigars and I’ve been wanting to try it so bad but it was out of stock for so long and your story about how your father loving simple food made me want to get a tub of it so I did and I cannot wait to smoke some

[@hobbitonpiper]

Many love this blend, I think you’ll enjoy trying it! :)

[@s.m.r.1202]

Carter Hall is the duct tape of pipe tobacco. Good stuff Kevin 👍 Have a great evening.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Haha nice! Thanks Randy :)

[@Rooster0529]

Thanks for the review. I know I’m late to the party but only recently joined the community. FYI they make canning jar funnels that fit mason jars to help with that loading process. Grew up canning with my mother and never thought I’d see tobacco in a Mason jar 😳. Thanks again.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re never late to one of my videos! As Gandalf says, you arrive precisely when you mean to. :) Be sure to see my two part How To Cellar Pipe Tobacco series for much more on mason jars!

[@terrapin_rider]

Happy CH day!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes! Let’s smoke a bowl of it :)

[@anthonyrusso9173]

I have used carter hall for a long time, tried others and always went back. I agree with your assessment :) Thank you

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thanks Anthony, it’s a great blend to come back to, effortless :)

[@bmak76]

I really need to get into more of the common old blends. The only one available at my local shop/lounge is Prince Albert. It’s been on regular rotation for years, but I enjoy it thoroughly and it’s past time that I tried another codger burley blend.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I agree! Here’s some great options to get you started: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2rRanmqjZucpJosi=PerJFKKmjmRW8JU2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJq9ZK2tlLF-e8ksi=CCE_xquiAyEvlium

[@bmak76]

⁠@@hobbitonpiperyou know what? Not long after this comment, I ordered pouches online of Granger, Carter Hall, Velvet, Sir Walter Raleigh, Half & Half, and Prince Albert. I did blind tests over a month with all of them. Prince Albert was still my favorite codger blend. Velvet was a close 2nd. That’s just me though. Right now I’m enjoying some P.S. 24. Edit: Granger was in a can. I couldn’t find pouches.

[@Idi0tN0nS4v4nt]

Working through a tub of this and finally got that fruity flavor. Went from “meh” on the first bowl to “good” after a couple and now after that experience it’s one of my favorites. Man that was a good smoke

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes, reminds me of this video!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqS2fKtoYtKKpc0si=QxJrvrKOUS6R0FPZ

[@ruddyvercruyssen4831]

Listen to those cecadas in the background! music!

[@hobbitonpiper]

They definitely demanded to be part of this video! :)

[@TheOmega4ever]

I want to try that Carter Hall so bad. Great review and as always a great video!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you brother! :)

[@humdrumm5456]

Wonderful review with spot-on comparison to common food. Great job 👍. Maybe sometime you could do a short video on how you make those spectacular labels for your Mason jars. Thanks 😊

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! At the beginning of the SPC Plum Pudding Special Reserve Flake review I show how I apply one…I just find images online, size them in a Word document, print on regular printer paper, cut em out and glue them on with a kindergarten glue stick…no mess and they pull off easy to replace with a different label if I want :)

[@signalmantonyfromr.i.3709]

Thank you for the tobacco review 👍👍

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very welcome Tony :)

[@michaelpage4199]

Carter Hall is a great tobacco. But I have always found it to just be a great relaxing smoke.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@michaelpage4199 very comforting!

[@thepeacefulpiperobc.1246]

Now I'm gonna have to order Carter Hall...Thanks Kevin

[@hobbitonpiper]

I think it’s worth trying! :)

[@cityblaze]

That stem is amazing.

[@hobbitonpiper]

More of my thoughts on that stem here!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqLKYn-cjLyBeac

[@68sawgunner]

Good evening Kevin. I enjoy your tobacco reviews. You are always spot on in your assessments. I have not tried CH. I have a question for you. If you had to pick from CH, PA or SWR which one would you pick ad why? As for me if I had to pick between PA or SWR I would pick PA. I love the burley flavor and the smoke produced.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I would pick PA too! Here’s my full thoughts: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIrEo4mFqax9q6M kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqnPeoR3brSrbrM kzbin.info/www/bejne/bafUc6OYqpl4mNE

[@Streamliner1]

Wonderful!. Look at that lake. Where do people find the jar lid stickers?

[@hobbitonpiper]

They make them…I find images online, size them in a Word document, print them, and then see my review of Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve Flake to watch me cut and apply them :)

[@Streamliner1]

@@hobbitonpiper That's great! Thank you so much.

[@ryanbarnes3209]

If you like Carter Hall, you’ll really love Granger! Granger is my go to, load and go. Has more flavor too. Great video as always buddy.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I need to find some! Never had it and that’s crazy.

[@ryanbarnes3209]

I’m fixing to send you some goodies here maybe next week. I’ll include some Granger buddy.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@ryanbarnes3209 oh my! That so generous of you Ryan, thank you! Send me an email :)

[@ryanbarnes3209]

Will do my friend. Next week I’ll get in context with you.

[@NickKlonizos-dq7ks]

Where do you find the labels for your jars? Nice touch for the cellar tobacco!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Here are all the details! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKuzgoaeatB7frMsi=Imnxj7nIvnoJ_AzF

[@siriuszenith4512]

Hey Kevin, I just stumbled across this video. This is much more than just the Carter Hall Pipe Tobacco review. I think you really addressed an important but often overlooked topic---tasting and resetting the palate. Whenever I smolder to compare and tease out different tobacco notes from a melange, I always prepare myself a very mild version of coffee with a minimal amount of sugar in it. As you alluded to in this video, I would try two pipes with a similar melange simultaneously/alternate between the two and sip my beverage in between. For example, I would have a mixture of virginia and perique vs. virginia, perique, and oriental leaf mix. Guess what I`m looking for in the later one...haha. It really works, and I`m so surprised that I don`t hear more talk about this "technique". I`d be super excited if you went into this topic a bit deeper in some future video.... eh, just a thought 😉 Keep up the good efforts!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I have some ideas for down the road on this, someday… :) Thank you for this feedback and encouragement!

[@ChefDansHookah]

As usual, great videos on experiences. What is your opinion on storing pipe tobaccos in the fridge? I live in Las Vegas, NV - and our summers are death level hot. Like you, I don't smoke a pipe daily, and I am weening off my hookah - but for long term storage and I haven't a need nor room for even a small humidor, I wanted to get your thoughts.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Please listen to this 2-part series on cellaring first and then let me know if you have further questions!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJPcpnmFmJh0hpYsi=3FuAv1UejMwbM68R kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJO0pXhvhauanrssi=0XOqYfB6oKCPUcQ7

[@jeffreylc]

@Hobbiton Piper. Hey Kevin, I’m surprised I didn’t read anyone asking about the pipe tamper in this video unless I missed it. Is that 2 pieces of rifle brass interlocked? It was hard to see.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Jeff, yes! It’s two old brass rifle shells interlocked :)

[@hermestri3]

So spot on. Love your reviews. Those labels though. Please tell us how you make them or where they come from.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you! I make them myself…I find the images online, size them in Microsoft Word, print on regular printer paper, cut them out and glue on with a glue stick. No mess and easy to remove. You can see part of this at the beginning of my Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve Flake review :)

[@jefflowry4896]

Nice review, Kevin! Also, the pond at the top of the video sets the tone for the review. Have you noticed any difference between the more recent tubs and say those of two years ago? It is definitely an old friend. Be well !

[@hobbitonpiper]

I know there is some discussion on this, Jeff, as it is now being made in the Dominican Republic. I don’t own any of the older stuff so I’m hesitant to say…it’s possible…

[@bobreynolds744]

Thumbs up.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you Bob! :)

[@Daniel-Clark-Music]

Love the look of using the original labels on your jars. How exactly are you going about that?

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Daniel, here you go! See the “How To” playlist tab for more How To content: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKuzgoaeatB7frM

[@jamesjohnson8769]

Great video! Mind me asking which lighter do you have?

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@jamesjohnson8769 here are all the details!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJalYquGg9GHh8Usi=unAuzPPyU5N7d98X

[@jamesjohnson8769]

Awesome! Thank you, sir!!!

[@rustbeltpipes]

I just picked up some Carter Hall based on this video and your recommendation - eager to smoke some and see what it's like, but I'm cellaring the rest!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very cool, hope you enjoy! It’s an easy, comfortable smoke :)

[@towhee89]

Thanks for the review. I got a small 1.5oz bag of this (pre-Dominican manufacture) it's somewhat dry, burns well and tastes has light cocoa notes and tobacco. It is fairly mild, and I have been using this for a mixer to aid in other tobaccos burning better, and it is great for that and seems to shine. By itself it's just fairly unexciting, but I haven't tried a fresh tub (which is all they make now it seems). Maybe the newer one is different somehow. So far I prefer SWR.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I also prefer SWR, and Prince Albert personally

[@towhee89]

​@@hobbitonpiper I'm getting a mm pipe in the mail tomorrow and can't wait to see how these codgers behave. BTW what do you like about those Forever stems I heard the stock ones on the mm were lacking. Cheers

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@towhee89 forever stems completely change the smoking experience for the better. A nice stem makes a huge difference: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqLKYn-cjLyBeac

[@alexjr498]

Love carter hall. It definitely has its place in my rotation. Just got the same tub together with SWR and SWRA. LLRR is another good one. I haven’t tried granger, velvet and H&H, but it’s on my radar. Great video!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you, Alexandre! And what about Prince Albert?….. :)

[@alexjr498]

@@hobbitonpiper Dear lord how did I forget the prince?! PA is amazing also, I get more cocoa from PA in comparison to others, CH for me is more on the nutty side. I still have 5 unopened pouches of PA and will be ordering a tub. I’d love to see you do a video about SWR, SWRA, LLRR and all American classic OTCs. I’ve been enjoying all your videos recently, you have a great way of reviewing the blends while sharing some stories, you remind me sometimes of the late Matches860. Keep it up!

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@alexjr498 I’ll keep doing my best, and yes stick around, you’ll be seeing some of these in the future! I’m in this for the long haul… :)

[@alexjr498]

@@hobbitonpiper that’s great! Now enjoying some haunted bookshop while watching some of your other reviews. See you on the next one!

[@jon6039]

Interesting I am looking into Carter Hall since I was told it would be a good starter blend. Does it benefit at all from aging or does that make the subtle flavors even harder to taste?

[@hobbitonpiper]

I don’t think this one will change dramatically for the better with age, no

[@jon6039]

@@hobbitonpiper thanks I really enjoy your videos. They've been a major influence on brining me over from cigars

[@georgetiedemann1537]

Excellent review I love smoking carter hall been smoking it for years. Did you make those custom labels for the ball jar lids.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thanks George, I understand why! Yes, custom made in a Word document, cut out and glued on….see beginning of my review of Seattle Pipe Club Plum Pudding Special Reserve Flake for part of the process :)

[@robertlear2712]

Of the codger or drug store blends I like Carter Hall the best. If you could get small amounts I would buy some.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I wish it came in smaller amounts too!

[@intriguedpipeman6478]

I like how you compared the tin notes. When I get my hands on Carter Hall I will compare it to SWR. How is the casing on Carter Hall? Sounds like it blends well with the tobacco?

[@hobbitonpiper]

I cover this in the review if you’d like more detail, but yes it blends in well

[@DouglasRoys]

I’ve always said Carter hall taste like almond joys and it’s an everyday smoke for me, in between the bowls of whatever tin I’m trying at the time

[@hobbitonpiper]

It’s very comforting!

[@abesapien9930]

Almond joys???? Holy cow this tobacco is going to be one of my favorites.

[@daku911]

That is indeed very accurate. As soon as I thought about what you said, it clicked immediately.

[@papajoepiper1550]

I've got some Carter Hall ordered & can't wait to try. Kevin have you reviewed Velvet yet?

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Joe no I haven’t

[@papajoepiper1550]

@@hobbitonpiper I started smoking a pipe about 2 years ago. There's alot of tobacco I've not tried yet but Velvet is one of my favorites so far.

[@billyboy8534]

Carter Hall was one of my first tobaccos, and quickly became one of my favorites. A great, mild, everyday kind of smoke. It's also a good blender for other tobaccos, especially aromatics, because as you said, it's unobtrusive. If I had only one complaint, it's that I can't retro-hale with it; it burns my nose lol. Still, it's pretty great.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Great comment, Billy, it’s a fine mild smoke with rich history :)

[@gard751]

And here I was thinking I'll simply smoke Prince Albert and be content. I'm definitely going to give it a try.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I still prefer Prince Albert personally…you need to try this tho and let me know your thoughts :)

[@gregcrabb3497]

My best friends dad smoked Carter Hall and I thought it smelled so good. I tried it myself about 25 years ago and didn't care for it...but I think part of it was the pipe. I may try it again in my French Mascotte pipe.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You should! I think everyone should spend some time with these classics, just so you can say you know them :)

[@joelharper1467]

Haven’t tried Carter hall or Prince Albert. What do you prefer? I have been smoking a lot of the country squires house blends

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@joelharper1467 between those two? Prince Albert. But I may be in the minority. Many love Carter Hall. Gotta try both. They are radically different from each other

[@joelharper1467]

@@hobbitonpiper I will definitely give them a try. Thank you for the response and i really enjoy your videos.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@joelharper1467 full thoughts on PA here!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIrEo4mFqax9q6Msi=ZiFcp-HWPIvMHJRL

[@StaleBearFarts]

Hello friend. Been loving your videos since becoming a new piper. Can you tell me where you got your stem for your Country gentlemen? Mine came with a plastic stem. Thanks. :) Also, can you still put a filter in the new stem?

[@hobbitonpiper]

Here you go! No I don’t think those little 6mm paper filters still fit while using these: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqLKYn-cjLyBeac

[@StaleBearFarts]

@@hobbitonpiper Appreciate ya Mr. Piper

[@bobstrawn4994]

As usual, thanks for your review buddy! Is is current tub from DR, or made in the states

[@hobbitonpiper]

Current from DR :)

[@bobstrawn4994]

I like Chatham Manor too. In a similar lane

[@lonestarpiper4917]

I dont know if you have maybe done this before or not but i would love to see a video on how you make those awesome labels brother!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’ve shown how I cut and apply them in my SPC Plum Pudding Special Reserve Flake video, but I make them by finding images online and sizing them in a Word document before printing them :)

[@thomashall1726]

For some reason I got a thought of smoking pipes today and I like your chanel what would you recommend for someone that knows nothing about pipes and pipe tobacco

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Thomas! Let’s start by watching my video “How To Smoke A Pipe | Quick Start Tutorial for Beginners” and go from there! I’ll help however I can :)

[@Orochi_001]

I don’t know if you’ve ever done a video about it, but what are your top 3-5 OTC/codger blends?

[@hobbitonpiper]

These: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIrEo4mFqax9q6Msi=XXw1VFTrvO_eGicx kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2rRanmqjZucpJosi=DNEKP-R9d6-gv5Jo kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJq9ZK2tlLF-e8ksi=qQs5mcAyX6Zok4Oi

[@Orochi_001]

@@hobbitonpipersweet! I’m new to the hobby and have really been enjoying your videos. Thanks for your service from a fellow Missourian!

[@andrewwomble2722]

Carter Hall is one of my faves. Have you made a video on Sir Walter Raleigh yet? I love that blend and I'm not sure why. If I'm in a hurry and puff fast, it taste like nothing but if I smoke it slow and get a good cadence going, it taste amazing.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I have not but it’s on my list, Andrew! Are you talking about the regular or aromatic? I have both…

[@andrewwomble2722]

@@hobbitonpiper I'm referring to the original non-Aromatic blend. Its such an amazing blend but you really have to put a pause on life and slow your cadence to truly enjoy it. Also, I watched your interview on CaneRodPiper and I want to say congratulations on becoming a grandpa in advance if it hasn't happened already!

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@andrewwomble2722 it has! One hour and fifteen minutes after I hung up! :) Ok, be watching for SWR review within a few weeks :)

[@andrewwomble2722]

​@@hobbitonpiper Looking forward to it!

[@ValuableFather]

Another good tobacco to “side by side” carter hall with is Sutliff Estate Pipe Tobacco. I bought some of it when I couldn’t get my hands on carter hall. I heard some people say the suliff is better, but I think they’re different enough to be their own separate things. The Sutliff stuff definitely has more “flavor”. I like them both though!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Cool Nathan, good to know! :)

[@InWithBothFeet]

So would you recommend this for a beginner to start with? My only gripe about this is that you have to buy almost a pound of it to try it. Wish it was available by the ounce.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’d get a couple ounces of this instead to try: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX-amKeXfLuAi5Isi=nv1LAD1FuIEGgrKB

[@InWithBothFeet]

@@hobbitonpiper Thanks 👍 I have a couple ounces of that in my collection.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@InWithBothFeet have this one yet?: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6qpXpuZnrpgmqcsi=lAWCm7x5qN9v3YUm

[@InWithBothFeet]

@@hobbitonpiper Nope, that one I do not.

[@PaladinPiper]

I have had about 15 bowls of CH in every pipe possible...its the only codger blend I cant get a long with....It just reminds me of cigarettes.....which is crazy because I know my beloved Half and half, Velvet and PA etc were all made for cigs also! Who knows??? I tell you what though....you're review makes me wanna give the 16th bowl another try!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Haha cool man, yeah the flavors are hard to seek out, this was a challenging blend for me to build a “flavor profile” for, so I completely understand where you are coming from, and you know codger blends better than anyone I know, so I’m honored you watched this review! :)

[@johnc4155]

Have you tried hearth & Home's Chatham Manor? If not, it would be cool to see a side by side smoke comparison.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Ooh I have not! I may have to look that one up, John :)

[@johnc4155]

@@hobbitonpiper Prince Andrew is made by them. It is a Prince Albert comparison. It would be cool to hear your thoughts on both blends by hearth and homes.

[@Thecarolinapiper]

Been on my list for a while to try even bought some online and it never came

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s weird that your package never came. Use smokingpipes next time, they have excellent customer service

[@Thecarolinapiper]

@hobbitonpiper yeah everyone keeps telling me to but after it happening twice I'm starting to think I'm just not meant to try it maybe one day I'll chance it again