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Best of the Rest English


Best of the Rest English is another addition to the Best of the Rest family. The blend is constantly changing as we take left over English blend tobaccos and mix them together and sell them at a ridiculously low price. So, if you're a Latakia lover on a budget, stock up on Best of the Rest English.


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16 Ounce BagIn Stock$34.27
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Overall Rating4.44 out of 5 Based on 213 Ratings

Customer Reviews of “Best of the Rest English”

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5 out of 5
Good value for the money
Good value for the money
4 out of 5
Good everyday smoke tobacco
Good everyday smoke tobacco
4 out of 5
English Best of the Rest!
It's okay for trying the 1st time. Not a fan of the wood smoke taste and I prefer a more aromatic like the regular Best of the Rest for the money!
5 out of 5
Won't be disappointed
It's an English. Was hoping it would be a bit stronger flavor, but I am in no way disappointed. The flavor is still quite good and even the aftertaste is pleasant. I'll be buying another bag in a few months to see how it changes over time.
5 out of 5
Good title.
I enjoy the flavor and the bite of the Latakia and it brings back memories of my father smoking his pipe back in the day.
5 out of 5
Very good!!! Can't go wrong!!!
Excellent Tobacco!!!! I have purchased over 5 lbs. In the past couple years. Some I smoke as purchased. Some I mix with added latakia or perquisites or both. Also mixes well with voodoo queen. Then I cellar half and smoke the other half. I opened a 2 qt. Ball Mason jar that was 5 Years old that I mixed with some voodoo queen that I purchased here, about 4 Oz. To a lb. Of best of the rest, had added 4 Oz. Of pure Latakia that I purchased here and it is really great!! I normally smoke Peterson night cap, 965, emp as well as pirate cake, plum pudding, 10 to midnight, tasty cake and different C&D brands. Once the best of the rest is aged it is just as good. Plus side is its roughly only 10% the cost of the name brands! Can't go wrong if you smoke allot of English!
5 out of 5
You Will Be Surprised
Someone mentioned this blend in a post somewhere and got me to looking. I thought what the heck I would give it a try. I have to admit that I was skeptical with the price and the amount that you get. So it arrives on day and I stick it in the back of my tobacco closet and forget about it. Then one day I am going through my tobacco closet looking for something else when I find this. I decided to go ahead and give it a taste. I must admit I wasn't expecting too much. Man was I wrong. This blend is surprisingly good maybe even great. After the first bowl I was wondering if the second bowl would be as good as the first. It was better. This blend gives you something a little different every time. Kinda like the box of chocolates of tobacco. You never know what you're going to get. One thing you will get is latakia and it is smokey. It packs easy, lights well, burns very evenly and produces a nice amount of smoke. So if you are a latakia lover like I am then you are really missing out if you don't get you a bag of this. I have a lot of latakia blends that cost a lot more than this does that are not nearly this good. It could very easily become my # 1 go to English blend. I will be buying a couple more bags for lont term storing. Don't miss out give this blend a try. You'll be glad you did.
4 out of 5
My new routine smoke
My new routine smoke
5 out of 5
Awesome!
I've never been a huge fan of Latakia but this blend is quickly changing my mind.
5 out of 5
Great value!
I’m usually hesitant about buying unknown bulk tobacco, but was pleasantly surprised with this one! Great all day smoke and not too dry like most. Just enough Latakia for me. I will be buying more!
4 out of 5
overall, I am satisfied with
overall, I am satisfied with this purchase and I will continue to buy it in the future. A good value for the price.
4 out of 5
Nice all day smoke.
Nice all day smoke.
3 out of 5
It's ok
It's ok
4 out of 5
A very decent and affordable English alternative ... no question about it!
I originally bought this looking for an inexpensive replacement for my daily morning English. I must say that I have developed an affinity for its character. This is a decent Latakia-based mixture of medium intensity that presents a smoky, woody, earthy, and modestly sweet-soured nature. It is a perfect specimen for my intended purposes and one a heck of a bargain. Recommended to all English enthusiasts.
4 out of 5
Rest assured it is the
Rest assured it is the best
4 out of 5
“Box of Chocolates”
My go-to everyday blend. Don’t expect an outstanding mix, however, it’s great for what it is. Like a “box of chocolates” each bowl is slightly different from the last.
5 out of 5
Great value
An incredible tobacco for the price. If you like a robust English blend, give it a try.
5 out of 5
Ten out of ten
It's exactly what it says on the bag. Best of the REST. The leftovers from other English blends and by golly for the price on a whole pound you can't beat it. Also I enjoy the fact that it's a bit different every bag. I buy a few a year for a daily English smoke
4 out of 5
I thought it was as
I thought it was as good as Petersons night cap, for the money it is a good value, Would buy it again
5 out of 5
Good deal.
Good tobacco. A little stronger than I expected but I can mix it with a lighter brand.
5 out of 5
A SURPRISINGLY GOOD ENGLISH
I BOUGHT THIS TO HAVE A SUPPLY OF ENGLISH FOR MY TOBACCO MOOCHING BUDDIES. I TRIED SOME; FAVORABLY IMPRESSED. GOOD WORK P&C !
5 out of 5
I like latakia blends and
I like latakia blends and the price can't be beat.
5 out of 5
Always a surprise and good
Always a surprise and good price.
4 out of 5
Bargain. I wouldn't even be
Bargain. I wouldn't even be able to afford to smoke without this bulk deal. Rather smoke a pound of this with a corncob pipe than buy 2 days of stale cigarettes.
4 out of 5
Best of the rest English
Great smooth smoke sometimes you get a great blends with latakia and its 5 stars
5 out of 5
great bargain its always good
great bargain its always good by itself or to add to something else, it usually satisfies my taste for latakia by itself!
5 out of 5
Great Smoke
I like a good smoke, the English Best of the Rest is a smoke to enjoy all day.
5 out of 5
Its a fantastic deal for
Its a fantastic deal for roll your own cigs
5 out of 5
Excellent smoke if you like
Excellent smoke if you like bold taste of English type. The bag (2 separate times I got this) is so awful at the reseal zip. The zip part separates from the plastic bag making it useless.
5 out of 5
Definitely can taste the Latakia.
Definitely can taste the Latakia. Have had no complaints about the room note. The tobaccos aroma in the back smells good it burns nice without having to relight. It is enjoyable on its own merit.
5 out of 5
I have always bought expensive
I have always bought expensive tobaccos, mainly from MacBaren. This is my third Best of the Rest order and I haven't been disappointed. Don't expect in this one to be rich in Latakia, but otherwise comparable to tobacco three or four times the price. If you are a smoky leaf lover, you may want to add pure Latakia leaf to this blend and have a first class smoke.
5 out of 5
Outstanding bargain; I stocked up.
Outstanding bargain; I stocked up.
5 out of 5
Thank goodness this stuff is
Thank goodness this stuff is still affordable or I would have to quit smoking pipes.
5 out of 5
Rest of the Best
Great pipe tobacco, rates up with those that cost double. Has enough Latakia (mild-med.) blended well to make a very enjoyable smoke. Have had several different runs of this and they really do not vary alot.
4 out of 5
First time I have tried
First time I have tried an English blend. When I first opened the bag I did not like the aroma. After I smoked my first bowl I decided it tastes far better than it smelled. A little bite if you smoke it too fast so take your time, it stays lit well and will become one of my regular smokes.
5 out of 5
Very good
Very good
4 out of 5
A remarkable value!
It's a great value, as advertised. There is a small fluctuation in the quality from batch to batch, but it has never disappointed me. It is my everyday smoke these days, because I just can't afford to spend much more on my smoking habit but I like English blends. This has proved a real lifesaver for me.
5 out of 5
My go to English tobacco.
My go to English tobacco.
5 out of 5
Great taste and easy on
Great taste and easy on the wallet
5 out of 5
Love the value and cost!
Love the value and cost! Never the same bowl twice!
5 out of 5
Ordered it for the future.
Ordered it for the future. I definitely enjoyed the mellow flavor of this blend a very good daily blend.
5 out of 5
Incredible bargain....very nice flavor
Incredible bargain....very nice flavor
4 out of 5
Every day smoke
Great value. Yet inconsistent flavoring and will have to pick out some stems, but if you want a great English style for a fraction of the cost get it!!!
5 out of 5
I love this English, my
I love this English, my last bag was a bit light of Latakia but was still a great blend. Still my favorite buy at a great price. can't wait for the next bag!!!!!
3 out of 5
If you like English....
I thought this would be a bit more Latakia 'forward'. Alas no. I did enjoy the old Balkan Sobranie in the early 80s, and the Macedonian in this bag is nice, but...not for me. I might dump it onto a tray and pick out the Latakia.
5 out of 5
Princely tobacco at a pauper's price!
An excellent "generic" English blend. Although each order will be different, the quality of the tobacco is second to none. As a predominantly English tobacco smoker, this value tobacco is not to be overlooked. Yes it is non descript, but the quality more than makes up for the variety of the blend. As a smoker who never met an English tobacco he didn't like this bargain is too good to pass up. Order some today!
5 out of 5
Good vaule surprisingly consistent flavor.
Good vaule surprisingly consistent flavor.
5 out of 5
Great deal
The blend was surprisingly good and service when ordering was most excellent. It even arrived more quickly than expected! Will order this again.
4 out of 5
First English
This is my first tobacco review. I have been smoking a pipe (only) for 10 months now and this is my first experience with an English blend. I am thoroughly enjoying it. It is a new experience with every bowl full. Way latakia-forward. That smoky, BBQ taste is overwhelming at first. But down through the bowl there are myriad flavors to experience. In the last few bowls, I have even detected a cinnamon-like flavor. I am really enjoying this palate-expanding mixture.
5 out of 5
Absolutely amazing
This stuff is absolutely amazing. Definitely something I'll enjoy on a daily basis.
5 out of 5
For the price this can't be beat.
I bought two pounds of this tobacco about a month apart. The tobacco isn't consistent between the two but it is good and you'll be getting a consistent, quality smoke throughout each pound. If you're looking for more of a heavy lat bomb then I would recommend maybe picking up some to mix in with this tobacco although there is a latakia in it. I bought this based on the other reviews saying that it is a good smoke which it is and I also bought it to pad my seller so if you're looking for a good decent smoke that you can keep on hand I would definitely recommend getting some. It's also mild enough to be a good all day smoke.
4 out of 5
very pleasant and mild. excellent
very pleasant and mild. excellent value!
5 out of 5
Very good
Very good
5 out of 5
Great bargain!
Great bargain!
5 out of 5
Great tobacco!
Great tobacco!
5 out of 5
I really enjoy this tobacco.
I really enjoy this tobacco. I've bought 3 of these so far and plan on making them my regular purchase.
5 out of 5
A great English tobacco.
I purchased this as a way to try something other than aromatics and try a more clean natural tobacco and I'm so happy I did. This has become a wonderful daily tobacco for me. If you're new to pipe smoking (like me) you will find this has a pungent aroma that is off putting, don't let that disway you as it smokes smoothly and its flavor is quiet enjoyable. The only criticism I have is the cuts are varied and make it a chore to pack into your pipe, but I'm really grasping at a negative as I write that. That is the nature of this; being a mixed blend of various types of tobaccos. Easily worth overlooking for how enjoyable this tobacco is and I am happy to purchase more.
4 out of 5
Have mixed them all together
Have mixed them all together for the blend to marry. Will let you know more in the future. Thanks for the fast shipment.
5 out of 5
A Really Good Buy
I was pleasantly surprised by this tobacco. It’s flavorful, mild, and there’s no bite. Also there’s plenty of Latakia in the mix.
5 out of 5
An ever evolving English blend
I was a little hesitant on this blend however for the price I gave it a go. After 2 bowls I have to say it was an enjoyable experience. I think for the price it would not be a bad weekend chooch. I will buy again. What an innovative idea to use the left overs from the days orders, it's like we all have an input in this blend every time we order bulk. I guess also that every so often the mix will change depending on the blends ordered that week or month.
5 out of 5
Good
Good
4 out of 5
A kind of generic English
A kind of generic English mix. Well worth the money, for sure.
3 out of 5
Solid Base English Blend
This is a good solid base english blend at a GREAT price. I take this and add a healthy amount of perique (reminds me of a Partagas Maduro #1 sometimes) as well as some whole leaf Izmir that I cube cut. By itself I didn't get any bite from it. The aroma was that of a freshly lit campfire or like a new pair of leather gloves you stuffed in your back pocket. Again at this price you can justify tweaking it anyway you want to suite your pallet.
5 out of 5
Great mild English blend. Good
Great mild English blend. Good for all day smoke.
5 out of 5
Great choice and recommend!
The “tin note” definitely shows out the Latakia! First bowl of this was just amazing. I’m guessing due to the multiple blends that this will have different dynamics every time but I can see why this is highly rated. I’ll be cellaring a bit of this and I’m sure it will be interesting to see the changes over time. It has so far not disappointed!
4 out of 5
Great deal the only problem
Great deal the only problem is you never know what your gonna get. This is my third time purchasing this and the flavors are different every time. Always good but sometimes better. This batch doesn’t have as much Latakia in it which is a little disappointing
4 out of 5
Very smooth smoke . It
Very smooth smoke . It became my all day preferred choice. A slight nutty flavor and sufficient nicotine to produce a relaxed lift . I will purchase this blend if it can be reproduced.
5 out of 5
This here is good Backy!
Good Lordy!!! As another reviewer pointed out like white lightning in the bag. Not sure if the smell it definately doesn’t smell good, and nothing really definate to pick out. More of of a shag cut I think to hide that it is fact a high quality blend, just named and packaged cheaply. Now on to the smoke, combustion tool chosen was a working man’s Brentford with a well used seasoned (but cleaned bowl). Took 2 lights separated by a tamp and smoked well all the way through. Just good, honest, rich English pipe tobacco flavor. Cigar leaf is present throughout the smoke as is Latakia, but not overpowering in anyway. Not a flavor I have had before, but just ordered another bag after only one bowlful of the first bag ordered. Fellas this here is good Backy. Also might note on the bag “blended and packaged in Denmark”……..IT’S GOOD BACKY!!!….,,for those like me hard of hearing in the back……😄
5 out of 5
I recommend this if you like English blend!
Thank you for the delicious smoke. Pretty good flavor for the price. I will be purchasing more from you in the near future. Only needed one relight. Smoked perfect!
5 out of 5
Great bargain blend
This is a great bargain blend with a traditional English blend taste.
5 out of 5
Excellent Value, you can't really go wrong
Very good value for the price! As I expand into non-aromatic blends, this is a great bulk option to experiment with. Smells smoky as there must be some latakia in there. Not an overpowering aroma, and the moisture level was good. I plan to cellar several ounces, press a few ounces, and use some to blend with other tobaccos. The bag will be different each time due to the nature of the product, but that is part of the fun. No complaints here, as I paid the same price as I would have for the very low-end pound of tobacco down at the shop.
5 out of 5
Great tobacco for a great
Great tobacco for a great price. When i got mine i mixed for 5 minutes and it has been the same smoke through out the bag. No lat bombs. Definitely a bargain if you like Latakia. This will always be in my cellar. Enjoy
5 out of 5
good english
good and smoky
4 out of 5
Overall, I am very pleased
Overall, I am very pleased with this tobacco. I know that it may not be exactly the same next time, but I will reorder it.
5 out of 5
Better than may expe sive
A very pleasant surprise. Tasty tobacco that burns wl and. Requires few re-lights.
5 out of 5
Its the best tobacco for
Its the best tobacco for the money
5 out of 5
This is good tasting tobacco.
This is good tasting tobacco.
4 out of 5
It's a smooth smoke. Has
It's a smooth smoke. Has a pleasing aroma. It burns well.
5 out of 5
Bargain
Very mild blend. Low room note. Excellent price.
4 out of 5
Good
Good
5 out of 5
Great value and pleasant smoke
Awesome as always and a great value to boot!
5 out of 5
Well, upon opening the bag
Well, upon opening the bag and taking a long whiff inside it, I can't say as I was impressed with the aroma coming from it. *BUT*, upon stuffing one of my cobs, it was pretty much perfect pertaining to moisture content, and surprisingly tasted actually really good!! I don't comment on the 'nicotine', because that's not *supposed* to be a reason one smokes a pipe and thus consider it moronic to do so. Once in a while I'll get a little sweetness from some something in it, once in a while almost a pure latakia, but 95% of the time, it's quite a good English and this is worth the 'mix' of whatever is in it, because it doesn't deviate from that one bit, even though it's such a strange 'mixture' of English tobaccos. This will be a favorite of mine and I'm going to try to stock up on a few more bags.
5 out of 5
Best of the Rest (English)
I had read the reviews about Best of the Rest English. At first, I was a little apprehensive about purchasing a pound. After all, leftovers? I smoke English blends like GH, Escudo, Gold Block, H/H Black House, etc. However, I decided to purchase a pound. Was I ever wrong about the tremendous quality of this tobacco! It is beyond fantastic. As a result, I just put in an order for four more pounds. I definitely don't want to be without this tobacco! If you haven't tried the English blend, then pull the trigger and purchase a pound. You won't regret it. I guarantee, you will be purchasing more. Thanks PC for a GREAT tobacco for such a low price!!
4 out of 5
Was not expecting much. But
Was not expecting much. But with all the English blends mixed together, how could you go wrong? For the price, very hard to beat. Not amazing. But not bad, either. A very good, solid smoke at an unbelievable price. Would 100% buy again.
5 out of 5
Understanding that we are going
Understanding that we are going through a time of inflation in financial challenges, prices have barely gotten up and there is still tremendous value. Incredible selection variety and everything I purchased was in stock. I’ll be puffing my pipe through whatever hard times touch our future.
5 out of 5
Great if you love 965!
Great if you love 965! Wow
5 out of 5
Pleasant Surprise
English blends are my favorites but first tried the regular "Best Of The Rest". Was very impressed with the regular so ordered the English which is a lighter english for me but a very pleasing blend. Has very good qualities and budget priced. Will not go wrong with this one.
5 out of 5
Not one bargin price tabacco
Not one bargin price tabacco even comes close to this stuff . I highly recommend it
4 out of 5
Good blend for a ridiculous price.
For all day smoking is a good blend, with good price. No more.
5 out of 5
The Rest Is The Best
Super bag aroma, good consistency and moisture content directly from the bag. Burns well, no excessive relights, good taste. Room aroma equal to other English blends. Could qualify as a "Lat Bomb." Much better than I expected from a tobacco labeled "Best Of The Rest." More satisfying than some bulk English blends I've tried.
5 out of 5
Very Nice English Mixture, great
Very Nice English Mixture, great aroma. and room note, cool smoking, and affordable pricing. (Best of The Rest Reminds me of the long gone Revelation brand.) Like, and will buy again ! Bravo , Pipes & Cigars !
4 out of 5
Great filler for blending and
Great filler for blending and strong
5 out of 5
nice blend...smokes welll.
nice blend...smokes welll.
4 out of 5
It is good smell .
It is good smell . Alittle bit high humit it mean rolled hard
5 out of 5
It is good mile.It does
It is good mile.It does not have a .bite and even burning smoke.Great tobacco.
5 out of 5
Excellent
Bought this several times ordering 3 or more pounds. For Latkia enjoyment find it very enjoyable and will continue to purchase.
5 out of 5
Very enjoyable and reasonably priced!
Very enjoyable and reasonably priced!
4 out of 5
This is my second time
This is my second time to purchase this tobacco. It’s a good blend at a great price.
5 out of 5
Love Me Some English!
Hey, English lovers! You just cannot go wrong with this blend. The mixture is often like a box of chocolates - each bowl is slightly different from the last due to the varying brands included. I always find marvelous orientals and a lotta Latakia tobacco. Oh, there's Virginia in there too as a base. A pound seemed too much, but I keep the majority in an air-tight container with Boveda packs, then move what I need to a 4 oz Mason jar to carry outside.
5 out of 5
Fond memories.
Love my first bag of Best of the Rest English. I have not been a smoker of English style tobacco and recently tried a small pouch of John Bull English. The first time I lit my pipe, the aroma instantly brought back memories of an old friend. He used to own a pipe and tobacco shop and would bring me some of his custom blend when visiting. I liked the aroma and how it smoked. He would not tell me what was in it, but order it from his shop by asking for "Sam's Blend". He has since passed away, but I think of him often now when lighting up my pipe. I am still smoking a couple of pipes he gave me back in the 70s.
5 out of 5
Great product good smoke
Great product good smoke
5 out of 5
Champaign for a beer budget
This batch is a first cousin to FROG MORTON in the flavor department. It was a little dryer than I expected and the bag it came in was really chinsey I had to repackage it. Most bang for the buck your going to find Champaign smoke on a beer budget.
5 out of 5
good and cheap
great smoke
4 out of 5
Best of the Rest English
Best of the Rest English is definitely far different than anything I have smoke previously. I needed a couple of days it to acquire a good appreciation of it. It smokes at a good pace, and has a nice peppery, spice, feel to it. It kind of has a Turkish or middle east vibe to the taste. I dig it, and it's a superior value in my opinion.
5 out of 5
IN MY FLAVOR ZONE
I like stacking different tobaccos, so this blending of different tobaccos is probably in my flavor zone, Anyway, I waited until I received a 2nd order to leave this. Both the 1st and 2nd orders were what I considered mild to medium yet very flavorful. They smoked cool and smooth. Although it may be my imagination, but I felt like I was smoking different english blends at different times. I looked at all the english blends that Russ and the guys put out and think this can be a really complex blend. They were really Ultra Enjoyable. Thank you for making this available, even though it is now backordered right now. Good thing I have 3 pounds, which will last me awhile.
5 out of 5
Great Smoke
Very moist and flavorful. One of my favorites.
5 out of 5
Good Smoke for a Great Price
Tasty, cool burning, easy on the tongue as it is on the pocket book; this English blend is a gentle reminder of quiet days before 11 September 2001 and the sociopolitical roller coaster on which we find ourselves.
5 out of 5
Over the years, I've enjoyed
Over the years, I've enjoyed many individual English/Turkish blends. I've also found some too harsh and others with a very offensive room in spite of good flavor. I was not sure what to expect when I ordered your Best of the Rest English. I was pleasantly surprised by what I received. Rich flavor with no bite and an acceptable room. Very nice blend.
5 out of 5
Really good smoke
Really good smoke
4 out of 5
I'd purchase again.
This seems enjoyable. Burns cool. Room note is void.
5 out of 5
Best of the Rest
This has become the only pipe tobacco that I smoke. I have always been quite pleased with the product.
5 out of 5
Good bang for your buck
A really good blend for the money. Well worth the money I paid if you like an English blend. I really wish it was stronger. Smokes very nice. Not a lot of bite. A great deal.
5 out of 5
smells great when it`s lit
great smoke it`s a knock off of captain black original
4 out of 5
I bought the AROMATIC AND
I bought the AROMATIC AND ENGLISH,they were both smooth and a nice smoke for the price $$$$...WILL BUY AGAIN!!great price,smooth smoke!!
5 out of 5
007
I really like the taste of these blends together. I am definitely getting another bag. And you can't beat the price. Thanks guys.
5 out of 5
Best of the Rest English
The best value tobacco I've found.
5 out of 5
Very satisfied
Very satisfied
5 out of 5
Best of the rest English
Relaxing
4 out of 5
Really smoky, really wet, but......
TL;DR: Fresh out of the bag this was really wet and REALLY smoky. But after drying it out a bit the smell mellowed and it smoked really nicely. The actual taste and room note were also a lot less smoky than the tobacco itself. When I first opened the bag this tobacco smelled exactly like a friend's first attempt at smoked beef jerky. We all assumed he used an electrical cabinet as a homemade smoker and hadn't bothered to remove the old wiring first. It was overpowering. Fresh out of the bag it was also really wet. However, after drying it for a while the smell mellowed out a lot. Now it still smells pretty smoky when I open the bag, but the actual smoke tastes great and the room note is quite pleasant. I will probably order more of this just for a change of pace.
4 out of 5
Opened eyes to the English world of tobacco
Not an English aficionado, however I can say without a doubt this blend is why I started smoking English tobaccos. I have since explored and will definitely always have some English for my after work bowl
4 out of 5
Best of the rest
Not a bad blend-nice aroma and no bite
5 out of 5
It is very special to me!!
Buying the "regular" "stuff" off a grocery store shelf, doesn't cut it for me. My sense of taste is quite sensitive and I'd rather use the BEST of the REST, because there are some taste's and odors in there that blend nicely. The first time I ever lighted it up, the flavor overwhelmed me, and the PUNCH of the lata -kea (sp) nearly blew me off my chair. WONDERFUL - WONDERFUL. Some times I blend it with other blends I have, to get them used up and out of the house. (don't like to waste money) GREAT STUFF -GREAT STUFF!!!!!
3 out of 5
Excellent price, flavor is dicey
I tried this once before and it was better than expected...English even. The second order was or at least seemed quite different. Mostly Virginias with a bit of Cavendish, and I sensed no Latakia in the second batch, which is what I crave. Also, so damp that I had to microwave it to get it to light up. If I had to give a comparison, I think Carter Hall would be close....which I actually like now and then. Since I'm guessing that this / these blends are basically what ends up on the floor in the blending process, I'm not complaining, especially at this price. I am a pipe make and I normally blend my own, but since prices are getting absurd and C&D has sold their soul to someone else, I will settle for anything I can tolerate in a Missouri Meerchaum...and I'll be ordering more.
4 out of 5
very good
very good
5 out of 5
Distinctive flavor. I enjoy alternating
Distinctive flavor. I enjoy alternating between regular burley/virginia tobaccos and English.
4 out of 5
Totally worth it.
I've been toasting bowls of this stuff for the last couple days and all I can say is as far as value goes it's worth the money I paid. It's nothing to write home about, but it's not the worst I've smoked by far. I'll probably buy more or at least try my hand at the aromatic bag when this one runs out. For less than a dollar an ounce, it's hard to gripe. As far as these other guys saying their tobacco was dried out, I personally didn't have that problem. It's almost a tad too moist in my opinion. Long story short, if you're "bowling on a budget" it's worth it without a doubt.
4 out of 5
Great value good flavor
Great Value. I could do with more latakia in it but for the price I cant complain.
5 out of 5
I enjoy the smell and
I enjoy the smell and the price.
5 out of 5
Very good English style tobacco.
Very good English style tobacco. I have enjoyed it for several years.
5 out of 5
Pretty Good Pot Luck Blend
Bought this several times. Guys not bad at all give it a try.
5 out of 5
I took a chance buying
I took a chance buying four bags of Best of the Rest Tobacco. I was glad I did. I really like it. From now on, this will be the tobacco of my choice
4 out of 5
Bit dry, but taste is
Bit dry, but taste is of a mellow English.
4 out of 5
Great flavor, smoky and full.
Great flavor, smoky and full. Aroma is pleasing. Very good buy. Only con, was tobacco in bag was very dry .
5 out of 5
Completely satisfied
Completely satisfied
4 out of 5
I will purchase more soon.
I will purchase more soon. Only 4 stars because, for me, it was a bit on the dry side. (Nothing a little re-hydration can't fix).
5 out of 5
Excellent service and product, as
Excellent service and product, as always
5 out of 5
Enjoyable
Enjoyable
5 out of 5
GREAT BLEND GREAT PRICE
I apologize if I have already reviewed this blend. I know I reviewed the Aro BOTR but can't remember writing anything about this one. Anyways, this is one of the best cheaper English blends money can buy. It seems to be a single blend (same with the Aro) rather than a wide variety of mixed trimmings or "floor sweepings". It comes in a big LB Ziploc style bag and is dry enough to smoke without dry time. This blend is quite flavorful and I really do think MOST people would think this was a expensive tinned blend if they received a sample or did not know what it was. The flavor and nic is about medium and not strong for my taste. Burns quite slow have been working on 1 Oz I put in a bag and it is still going strong months later. For the price this is a must try for any English fan IMO and am glad to see it doesn't go out of stock as quick as that other English discount pound blend from another site (which is also good as well but availability is important). All in all this is a quality blend for a honest price and a great way to beef up your cellar for years to come. Keep it comin P&C! :)
4 out of 5
Good Value
Pretty good flavor, especially at that price point. Good Value
3 out of 5
A good every day smoke
A good every day smoke
4 out of 5
Will buy again
Will buy again
5 out of 5
BEST DEAL
Best Of The Rest English is a FANTASTIC DEAL! Around $1/oz for the price alone it gets 5 stars in my book. The fact that this snuff can compete with many of the upper tier English blends in a blind test just goes to show the quality here, this stuff is far from being "floor sweepings" and is more like a singular English blend taste wise rather than a hodge podge and has consistent flavor so far. I like this much more than Boneyard which is another "leftovers" blend that is also inexpensive, but this one has better taste and burns well with minimal Tounge bite. If you like Aromatics check out the other BOTR as well, have 2 pounds of that stuff and has become a favorite.
5 out of 5
Good Stuff.
Best English value on the market. Excellent all day tobacco. Smooth pleasant taste with good body. The latakia is in there without being a bomb. I threw that nasty Penzance in the trash.
4 out of 5
Great blend. I add some
Great blend. I add some to my vanilla blend for variety
5 out of 5
Consistent flavor for a random
Consistent flavor for a random mix.
4 out of 5
This is the 1st English
This is the 1st English type that I have tried. It is a different, but not unpleasant taste from burley blends. I will probably replenish once I have mastered packing and keeping it lit.
5 out of 5
Love this stuff.
Love this stuff.
4 out of 5
For Latakia Lovers
I'll certainly be buying this again. A great smoke. Thank you P&C.
4 out of 5
Great price good value and
Great price good value and taste
4 out of 5
Enjoyed the Aromatic better than
Enjoyed the Aromatic better than English. Milder smoking; more pleasant to smoke. Will purchase Aromatic again.
4 out of 5
ok
good for price
4 out of 5
good taste
good taste
5 out of 5
Best of the rest
I have purchased "Best of the rest" several times over the past couple of years. I have been quite happy with each purchase. Having said that, this most recent purchase is the best so far.
3 out of 5
Average at best but you
Average at best but you get what you pay for
5 out of 5
Best of the Rest English
I love this stuff. I am extremely fond of English tobaccos, and this is the best affordable option I have found. I am on my third batch, and have yet to find one I haven't enjoyed.
5 out of 5
Good Stuff, GREAT PRICE
I'm an "all day English" smoker with a few other blends occasionally in the evening. Was hesitant to buy this much "bulk generic", but bought the Best of the Rest English mainly for price just to try it. WOW! What a great blend. I will definitely be buying more. Hopefully the other bags are as good as this one. Great tobacco GREAT price. Thanks Pipes and Cigars for making this available.
5 out of 5
I really enjoy this!!
I really enjoy this!!
4 out of 5
Nice.
Easy to smoke, not harsh or hard on the tongue.
5 out of 5
Best of the Rest English
I have been enjoying this deal for several bags now. Despite being a mixture of leftovers, I've detected no significant variation in flavor, etc. A very good bargain for me.
5 out of 5
Are there better English blends ?
This is certainly a value tobacco. For the price that is paid, it's a great smoke ! Are there better English blends ? YES, but none of them will beat the price of this. Especially when it goes on sale.
5 out of 5
One of the best English mixtures
I understand that this may be a collection of floor sweepings collected from other advertised blends. Others have commented about the unhappy blend of whatever fell on the floor the day they bagged their 16 ounce purchase. Maybe I was lucky, but my first bag was one of the most satisfying English mixtures I have purchased in years. Not quite at the level of Dunhill Medium or Balkan Sobranie of 25 years ago, but nice enough that I quickly ordered 2 more bags, hoping for more of the same mix. I have added some black Latakia, about 5% by weight for a bit more of a Latakia kick, although the mix already has Latakia. Low price is outstanding, but would have purchased more at twice the price.
5 out of 5
Best of the rest English
Love Latakia
5 out of 5
Surprisingly tasty!
I went into it knowing I am only paying $14 and figured if worse comes to worse I can dress it up with some blending. I put the entire bag in a large container and mixed well. The first bowl blew me away! Good amount of Latakia but the Virginia's and Orientals came through nicely and I picked up a hint of Burley (Cavendish?). Only smoked a small bowl but it did burn well after 2 lights. Great bargain for a great taste!
2 out of 5
Don't like it
It has a bitter taste, burns hot, and bites the tongue. If I ordered the "English", it was a mistake. Thought I was ordering the regular at the time.
5 out of 5
Best of the Best
Just came in and smoked my first bowl. What a treat this batch is!! I am going to be enjoying this. Nice and Smokey Lat with a light sweetness of raw tobacco that I've been looking for. A true English Blend. Will be buying more in the future
4 out of 5
Good Bargain
I'm quite satisfied. Not as good as Stokkebye, but only half the price.
3 out of 5
Ok
Not used to long strands. X Could be a bit more aromatic. But ok
4 out of 5
I like it. Good value.
I like it. Good value.
5 out of 5
Great Product
Great Product
5 out of 5
Best ever
This is the best on the market, I was smoking night cap and this is really close to it. I would definitely recommend buying it
3 out of 5
Not Great but OK.
OK English. Not great but OK. Had some twigs. But still looking. I give it 3.5 stars.
5 out of 5
Very NICE Option
I tried Best of the Rest several years ago and got a bag of mostly Aromatics. In my review, I noted it would be nice to have a non-aromatic option. Recently I checked on it again and low and behold there is now an English option. I am very pleased with my bag so far and could not be happier with the price. My bag has a nice, but not overpowering, amount of Latakia. Very smooth, No tongue bite.
5 out of 5
Impressed
Blown away with how good my bag is. I know it can vary from batch to batch so my expectations weren't super high but what I got is perfectly dry, cut very similar to dunhill so burns great, not noticeably aromatic in any way other than maybe a hint of rum or whiskey, not too heavy with Cavendish or cased burley. There is good quality Virginia's, toasty burley, a smattering of orientals, some unflavored Cavendish and plenty of Latakia. Kind of mm965 meets frog morton meets MB mixture... if you like American-English, Aromatic-English, Scottish, crossover, or whatever you call them, BOTR-E is safe bet!
5 out of 5
Satisfies
If you don't want, or have, a lot of money to spend, and the only thing that will satisfy your tobacco urges are English blends, look no further. This WILL satisfy all your taste buds and lungs, for a very affordable price. I am so glad I found it!!
5 out of 5
Very nice. Will order again.
Very nice. Will order again.
4 out of 5
Good-oh! Except strange smells upon initial bag opening, (see below) This is a good -to very good blend,
When I opened the 'baca bag', I was greeted with a 'smoked pipe bowl scent, with several 'chemical-esque scents... I gently mixed/swirled the tobacco, from bottom to top. Left bag open a bit it a time... Decanted entire 16 oz into various glass jars and 2 oz empty tins...the first bowel was, hmm, bland. Switched to large bowel pipe(s)...I SAY OLDBOY, GOOD-oh ! Many very nice flavors. Smoked this bargain Very good English/ Balkan all day, each bowl varied on the good side. Will buy again.again PC, THANKS!
5 out of 5
Outstanding
I really like this blend! It really is everything an English blend is supposed to be.
5 out of 5
Probably good
Haven't smoked any of it. You have your review.
4 out of 5
Yummy
I love the woody flavor and gentle smoke.
5 out of 5
You won’t regret this purchase
I had purchased this best of the rest tobacco two years ago. I was low in funds but still purchased it. When it first arrived it was really harsh and appeared to be cheap tobacco so I set it aside leaving it in the original packaging for two years-long and forgotten. I did some closet decluttering, came across the bag decided to open it up, surprisingly it was moist so I loaded my bowl and was amazed on the nutty and raisin scent especially since I didn’t properly store it in a mason jar. You will not regret this purchase even more so if you properly store it. The burn is smooth, no bite and undoubtedly satisfying! I was an aromatic type of guy until now.
2 out of 5
harsh
A little to harsh for my taste.
3 out of 5
Best of the Rest
The tobacco was fine, but a little dry.
5 out of 5
Best of the best!
Rather than thinking of this as a cheap substitute for a good tobacco, try it. You will find that it isn't the "best of the rest", but in fact is the best of the best!
4 out of 5
REALLY A GOOD TOBACCO
Great buy. But preferred the regular Best of the rest and hope you restock it soon,
3 out of 5
Similar to Nightcap, not as
Similar to Nightcap, not as strong
4 out of 5
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Never know what I'll get. Never have been not satisfied.
2 out of 5
best of the rest
not to my taste.
3 out of 5
Prefer the regular best of the rest
It is a nice English blend, but I prefer the Best of the Rest regular. Hope to be able to order some again soon as it is out of stock for awhile now.
5 out of 5
Quality blend, as always from PipesandCigars.
I order the regular Best of the Rest as my daily pipe but it was back ordered. I'm an all day smoker. This is a more aromatic, earthier smoke and very different than the original, closer to many of the store bought packs. This is chunkier and a little drier but burns good. I'll continue to buy the original but think I'll add a bag or two of this blend to my future orders.
2 out of 5
Very plain
This was one of my worst purchases. I guess the saying you get what you pay for is true. This not only was very nondescript but had a bite to take your tongue off. Now I have to figure what I can mix it with to try and salvage my purchase so I am not out $25.
3 out of 5
Not as smooth as I
Not as smooth as I had expected
5 out of 5
EXCELLENT, MILD ENGLISH
Excellent tobacco for the price. I like heavy English so I use this as a blending tobacco. I add more latakia and perique. Great smoke out of the bag. Very light bite. Burns to bottom of the bowl. May have to relight several times. This would be an excellent tobacco for a person wanting to try an English blend. Low room not. I highly recommend this tobacco.
5 out of 5
Best of the best english
More bang for your buck.. by far a tasty mix! And for the price? Ridiculous actually, that you can get quality tobacco at this price.. will purchase again.
4 out of 5
REALLY A GOOD TOBACCO
I am enjoying this tobacco, but hope they keep the regular also as I see it is out of stock now.
4 out of 5
Mellow blend that brings back a good memory
I was not sure quite what to expect when I opened this bag . I typically smoke English blends that are strong and loaded with Latakia. Thats not what this was. Upon opening the bag there was a subtle sweet aroma that represented itself. I was worried. But after smoking a few bowls over the past few days I am pleased with this blend of “the rest.” It is mild, has a hint of pepper, and yes, sweetness to it, but not too sweet. I always love a blend that brings back a memory or transports me somewhere. Like when I smoke Pirate Kake, I find myself in front of a Smokey fire in the forest. When I smoke this blend I find myself standing as a 5 year old in my grandfather’s old emporium he used to run. He passed away about 20 years ago, so this blend has now taken on a special place for me. Its strange who the brain stores sence experiences. I have not thought about that emporium for decades and would not have even been able to recall the smell. But once I lit this tobacco up it instantly came back to me, “Thats the smell of Granpa’s emporium.” I can tell you why the emporium smellled that way. Perhaps there was a pipe smoker in there one day and I got a good whiff of the smoke aroma. What ever it may be, I am grateful for the memory this blend bring back.
4 out of 5
Best of the rest English
Fragrant, aromatic but burns a little 🔥and has some bite to it. Overall, a nice smoke and a good value
2 out of 5
Very, very mild and sweet.
Well, it may be “best of the rest” but it ain’t the “rest of the best.” Very mild, maybe an all day smoke. Burns cool. Not tasking any of form of Latakia and there is a sweet aroma to it. Im a fan of of Pirate Kake, Night Cap, and Billy Budd so I’m not likely to order much of this in the future, if at all.
1 out of 5
Not sure I'll finish it.
Not sure I'll finish it. Smokes hot.
4 out of 5
Mild English
As an English--pretty mild; nice latakia aroma and flavor, very little oriental that I could taste, but it had no bite. A nice room note if you are a pipe smoker, probably a yucky smell if you are not. All over, a nice, mild English blend at a great price.
3 out of 5
Make your own choice.
Smokes ok but, drier than the regular and the overstated "nicotine is addicting" packaging seemed like government thinks we all dummies. Hope this does not offend anyone.
4 out of 5
Keep the English , it's
Keep the English , it's smooth and tasty. I will be ordering again soon.
3 out of 5
Some flavored in there
I love P&C and this was a fine purchase. The best of the rest is a great product and so I do not want to complain. But the pound I got has a bit of vanilla or other flavoring that was put in, on purpose or as an accident, its hard to say. But that flavor mixing with the latakia gives a great smoke something that I was not prepared for. I thought that this would be several Virginias and english blends mixed together without any aromatics in it as in the original Best of the Rest. It is totally worth the money and I'll smoke it.
2 out of 5
Very mild
Too mild and burns to quickly, although no bite.
5 out of 5
Nice surprise with a bouquet of flavors
I am new to pipe smoking...so bare with me. The initial scent out of the package was beefy like jerky. After lighting, the flavors were unexpected. There was an overall sweetness like granulated sugar that transformed into a sweet citrus like a Pixie Sticks or Tang; then to powdered sugar and back to granulated sugar. There was also notes of vanilla with occasional cherry. The lit tobacco had an odor of a nice cigar. Overall, I wasn't expecting the bouquet of flavors, but its a keeper and hard to beat the price to quantity ratio.
5 out of 5
Do enjoy it for a
Do enjoy it for a change. It puts me in mind of a tobacco I have smoked in the past but can't figure it out for sure. Maybe Edgeworth.
5 out of 5
I like it better than
I like it better than the original Best Of The Rest. Both are good. I just like the english better.
5 out of 5
best english
I think that this has become my favorite English blend.
4 out of 5
Best of Rest a Good all day smoke
Best of the rest is a great way to spend a day its all around good smoke
5 out of 5
Great Buy
Very good tasting, and pleasant to the smell. Everyone in the room likes the aroma. There is no bite and is great for anytime of the day
4 out of 5
Surprisingly Very Good
For a discount tobacco this stuff very good. Not to heavy on the latakia but you know it's there. There are a ton of latakia based blends out there and none of them can give you quality like this at such a low price. I'll reorder this forever. Exceptional value.
3 out of 5
Burns a little on the
Burns a little on the hot side for me.Packs good, price good,aroma good.
1 out of 5
Buy something else!
This is the worst tobacco I have ever received from Pipes and Cigars. I have been smoking English for over 25 years and my 43 year old son for over 10 years. We both find that we can't smoke this stuff. It burns the inside of my mouth and tongue. It should be called "Bite of the Rest." I called about it and was told that my comments would be noted. Now they are.
5 out of 5
Make your own choice when you try and let folks know.
Just got 4 bags of the best of the rest and when I order again I will try the new English.
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