Borkum Riff Original is a top seller on Pipes and Cigars for a reason. Selected quality, bright aromatic Virginia and rich cool-smoking Burley tobaccos are blended by a special process to create a pipe tobacco mixture that is soft, yet retains an exquisitely natural taste and aroma, enhanced with the finest fragrant vanilla. Borkum Riff tobacco is one that will put you at ease from its full yet mellow flavor. A perfect blend to try if you’re a new enthusiast or as a way to start your day off. The original Borkum Riff pipe tobacco is a top quality choice.
Not smoked this in many years, still tastes the same, still has a bit of roughness. I'll try blending it with some others.
5 out of 5
Been a great blend for
Aug 26, 2023
Been a great blend for a long, long time. And as my Father told me many years ago - smoke a tobacco that the ladies like - and this one they do! Smooth to smoke, delicate taste, pleasant aroma. It's all right here!
5 out of 5
A smooth favorite.
Aug 15, 2023
A smooth favorite.
5 out of 5
Will never shop anywhere else.
Aug 14, 2023
Will never shop anywhere else. Always reliable, even with delivery problems. Thank you for the fast and professional services you provide, and for your excellent customer assistance. I appreciate the entire staff at Pipes and Cigars. Thanks for working so hard for your customers.
5 out of 5
Really enjoyed the aroma and
Jul 06, 2023
Really enjoyed the aroma and smooth taste.
5 out of 5
Perfect old reliable
May 10, 2023
Perfect old reliable
5 out of 5
Never tried it before
May 09, 2023
I have smoked Borkum Riff Bourbon Whiskey on occasion but I had never tried the original. I like it better than the Bourbon Whiskey. The taste of it, sort of reminds me of the whiskey flavored Borkum Riff blend but I Iike it better.
5 out of 5
A favorite for many years.
Apr 26, 2023
A favorite for many years. Wish I could find a good substitute.
5 out of 5
It has been my choice
Apr 19, 2023
It has been my choice for decades.
5 out of 5
Have smoked Borkum original for
Apr 11, 2023
Have smoked Borkum original for 50 years. Enough said.
5 out of 5
Good quality. Nice finish. Flavorful.
Apr 11, 2023
Good quality. Nice finish. Flavorful.
5 out of 5
Comes highly recommended and I
Mar 22, 2023
Comes highly recommended and I enjoy it, but 'Captain Black' is still my favorite!
3 out of 5
Has a little bite
Mar 20, 2023
Has a little bite
5 out of 5
I smoke a pipe often
Feb 22, 2023
I smoke a pipe often and have for many years. This tobacco is the best I have ever found for a cool smoke, flavor, and aroma.
5 out of 5
Flavor is outstanding
Jan 18, 2023
Flavor is outstanding
5 out of 5
Love it
Jan 13, 2023
Love it
5 out of 5
superb smell, smoke and flavor!
Jan 08, 2023
superb smell, smoke and flavor!
5 out of 5
Just what I was looking
Dec 22, 2022
Just what I was looking for.
5 out of 5
Love it
Dec 06, 2022
Love it
5 out of 5
Great Quality, good burn, decent
Nov 29, 2022
Great Quality, good burn, decent blend. Bourbon whiskey is better imo.
5 out of 5
My flavoring and non offensive
Nov 29, 2022
My flavoring and non offensive to others
5 out of 5
My favorite tobacco and appreciate
Nov 02, 2022
My favorite tobacco and appreciate that you carry this brand Thanks
5 out of 5
borkum riff original
Oct 10, 2022
Excellent
5 out of 5
Good stuff
Aug 27, 2022
Satisfying smoke, a good replacement for captain black white.
4 out of 5
Very nice flavor and aroma.
Aug 23, 2022
Very nice flavor and aroma. East burning. Enjoy it very much.
5 out of 5
Very smooth and easy to
Jul 07, 2022
Very smooth and easy to smoke.
5 out of 5
Nice,To bad can't get Gold
Jun 25, 2022
Nice,To bad can't get Gold Block pipe tobacco.
5 out of 5
My go -to-toe backy!
Jun 12, 2022
My go -to-toe backy!
5 out of 5
Good flavor and burn!
Jun 04, 2022
Good flavor and burn!
5 out of 5
I bought this for my
May 31, 2022
I bought this for my father n law. He’s a long time supporter of this product, been smoking a pipe for over 50 yrs. The original blend he loves the most, I also got him the Bourbon Whiskey. The different smells from each he loves a lot.
5 out of 5
Thank you, I received the
May 30, 2022
Thank you, I received the order, everything came up.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
May 25, 2022
Smooth Smoking with the Borkum, used it back in the '70's, my pipe smoking interest has been reignited, and your emails and Color Catalog are among my favorites to receive.
5 out of 5
VERY smooth and it's my
May 19, 2022
VERY smooth and it's my go to now favorite smoke no.
5 out of 5
What more can I say?:
May 13, 2022
What more can I say?: a classic smoke that will have you wanting more. Fully flavored without a bite that should please the pallet and the olfactory senses.
3 out of 5
Average smoke.
Apr 28, 2022
It burns in the bowl very quickly. The taste was pretty good in a mellow sort of way. Nothing to complain about but nothing to write home about either. A good blend for beginners.
5 out of 5
still a mild smoke
Mar 31, 2022
still a mild smoke
5 out of 5
My tobacco brand and it's
Mar 19, 2022
My tobacco brand and it's mild.
4 out of 5
Just okay
Mar 09, 2022
Just okay
5 out of 5
Thank you
Feb 22, 2022
clear advice when I called. Products sent at once and received in days. thank you
5 out of 5
great all the flavors should
Feb 05, 2022
great all the flavors should be available in 7oz through you guys
5 out of 5
Switched to Borkum Riff Original
Jan 28, 2022
Switched to Borkum Riff Original some 20 years ago after enjoying the original Douwe-Egbert Amphora for decades.
3 out of 5
Not for me, but it might be just right for you...
Jan 18, 2022
It was OK but not my cup of tea, I'm not putting it down, in fact I say try it you might feel other wise.
5 out of 5
Great, cool, smoke. Packs well
Dec 14, 2021
Great, cool, smoke. Packs well and burns evenly.
3 out of 5
Relatively new to pipe smoking
Nov 28, 2021
Relatively new to pipe smoking I found the taste be a little boring. I've smoked cigars for years and my taste profiles need to be adjusted. In addition to the BR Original I purchased some Balkan Sasieni and Mac Beran Navy Flake. Both of these were more satisfying and had more depth on the taste profiles.
The BR Original isn't a bad tobacco, just not what I'm looking for at this point.
4 out of 5
nice
Nov 19, 2021
nice
5 out of 5
Good smoke. Very little bite.
Nov 14, 2021
Good smoke. Very little bite. Have smoked it for along time.
5 out of 5
I have not used Borglum
Oct 30, 2021
I have not used Borglum Riff in years, and really like it.
5 out of 5
Only product I've used for
Oct 30, 2021
Only product I've used for 50+ years....also smoke Falcon pipes solely. No bite, tasty and I love it.
5 out of 5
My go to pipe tabacco.
Oct 28, 2021
My go to pipe tabacco. Always get compliments on how it smells.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff original
Oct 26, 2021
This is absolutely a top notch aromatic! I loved the delicious prune Danish flavor which is just right - never to strong or too light. Very rich, smooth, nearly bite free, light room note! Try it, you'll love it!
5 out of 5
Great smoke for all.
Oct 25, 2021
Great smoke for all.
5 out of 5
Great tobacco
Oct 12, 2021
Great tobacco
5 out of 5
Borglum Riff review
Oct 10, 2021
My husband like this because it is a mild smoke
5 out of 5
Very pleasing flavor great blend
Oct 09, 2021
Very pleasing flavor great blend that burns easy
5 out of 5
This has been my choice
Sep 23, 2021
This has been my choice tobacco for years. It’s getting harder to find, but P&C alwas has it in stock.
4 out of 5
Actually bought the wrong flavor.
Sep 19, 2021
Actually bought the wrong flavor. Like the bourbon kind.
5 out of 5
I ordered 10 packages of
Aug 17, 2021
I ordered 10 packages of Borkum Riff pipe tobacco and received only 9, I called and and relayed that information and your company sent the 10th one right away. Will be ordering again. Borkum Riff is my favorite pipe tobacco.
4 out of 5
Fairly mild
Jul 20, 2021
Nice taste. Aroma that most people like.
5 out of 5
Beginning pipe smoker here to
Jun 28, 2021
Beginning pipe smoker here to only say that I enjoyed the aroma and the flavor of this brand
5 out of 5
Was my standby for years
Jun 24, 2021
Was my standby for years when I used to pipe smoke. Now that I've started occasionally pipe smoking again, Original mixed half and half with Bourbon Whisky Borkum is great.
5 out of 5
Thank you. The order came
Jun 12, 2021
Thank you. The order came on time
4 out of 5
wasn't what I was really
Jun 11, 2021
wasn't what I was really looking for but tried it anyways, it was alright
5 out of 5
Service is great and I
Jun 08, 2021
Service is great and I enjoy the Original and Black Cavendish items.
5 out of 5
Very good pipe tobacco. This
Jun 07, 2021
Very good pipe tobacco. This is one of my favorites. Smokes cool and has a great flavor.
5 out of 5
Like the quick service!!
May 29, 2021
Like the quick service!!
4 out of 5
Bought this product since its
May 29, 2021
Bought this product since its what I remember family members smoking when I was young, I truly enjoyed trying it out in my new pipe
3 out of 5
I really love the flavor,
Apr 20, 2021
I really love the flavor, however this tobacco seems to burn very fast and hot. Have to really watch out for tongue bite.
5 out of 5
Best tobacco ever
Apr 03, 2021
The flavor is wonderful just the right blend to smoke all day can't ask for a better smell what else is there to say greatest tobacco ever made
4 out of 5
It’s ok but I like
Mar 23, 2021
It’s ok but I like the cut better in half and half better
5 out of 5
Wonderful aromatic! Smells like Fig Newton cookies
Mar 21, 2021
When I picked up pipe smoking a little over a year ago my father told me this was my grandpas everyday smoke, so I knew i had to try it & wow the old man had some great taste!! I've tried about 15 different blends this year (Mostly aromatics) & Borkum Original is right up there at the top! It has a strange almost spicy raisin flavor.
5 out of 5
Best tobacco for the price.
Mar 06, 2021
Best tobacco for the price.
3 out of 5
Flavor is good, not my
Mar 04, 2021
Flavor is good, not my favorite however.
3 out of 5
Wasn’t fresh taste not bad
Feb 26, 2021
Wasn’t fresh taste not bad but I didn’t like
4 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
Feb 22, 2021
A good tasting blend of pipe tobacco.
5 out of 5
Quality through the years.
Feb 11, 2021
I recently return to a pipe after many years absence, and since Borkum Riff Original was my favorite years ago, I thought I would see if it is a good now as I thought it was before.
I was not disappointed. The aroma and bite was as I remember, and the smooth burn was as well. I look forward to trying the other blends soon.
5 out of 5
Always a pleasure doing business.
Feb 03, 2021
Always a pleasure doing business.
5 out of 5
I have been smoking the
Jan 11, 2021
I have been smoking the "Origional" for years, and enjoy it's mellow, non-biting character. As my Father told me when I was a small Lad - Smoke a tobacco that the ladies like, and all will be fine. This fits the bill 100%
5 out of 5
original smoker
Jan 05, 2021
excellent
5 out of 5
Great Selection
Jan 05, 2021
The website has so many different types of quality pipe Tabaco and in different pouch quantities. With the one ounce packs one can try multiple producers.
5 out of 5
Been ordering tobacco from you
Dec 06, 2020
Been ordering tobacco from you for years never disappointed and always fast delivery Thank you
4 out of 5
Good, old eliable
Nov 26, 2020
Good, old eliable
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff original
Oct 31, 2020
I smoke nothing but borkum riff. Excellent flavor.
5 out of 5
FROM THE BEGINING IN THE BIG BLACK AND WHITE METAL CANS
Oct 21, 2020
GOOD FROM THE BEGINING IN THE BIGBLACK AND WHITE METAL CANS
5 out of 5
FROM THE BEGINING IN THE BIG BLACK AND WHITE METAL CANS
Oct 21, 2020
IT AND BOURBON WHISKEY ARE BEST 7OZ
5 out of 5
Never let's you down!
Oct 15, 2020
Never let's you down!
5 out of 5
As with all the comments
Oct 15, 2020
As with all the comments above I found the price for the tobacco to good not to try it. I’m not sure if it will replace my Seven Sea’s Regular blend or the Seven Sea’s Royal. Both of which I swap back and forth. But I find the Borkum Riff the be a tobacco I will go to again it smoked cool. I did have to re-light it a couple of times. The room note did not disturb my wife and it smoked very cool and I’m a fast smoker. The flavor is unique in that toward the end of the bowl there was a taste maybe an after taste would be a better term that was pleasant and made me think I’d like another bowl. Anytime I’m out of my Seven Sea’s and see the Borkum Riff original I’ll not hesitate to buy a pouch.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff is a very
Oct 14, 2020
Borkum Riff is a very mild, pleasant smelling pipe tobacco. I have often received compliments from non-smokers about its aroma. It packs well and stays lit after the 2nd light better than most other pipe tobaccos I have tried. I have enjoyed it for the past 25+ years.
5 out of 5
Very lite smoking,.
Oct 04, 2020
Very lite smoking,.
5 out of 5
I enjoy it’s flavor as
Sep 21, 2020
I enjoy it’s flavor as well as the taste. The smell also is favorable not just to me but those around me. The blend burns evenly.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
Aug 27, 2020
very good light smooth,
5 out of 5
One of my favorites. Very
Aug 19, 2020
One of my favorites. Very pleased.
5 out of 5
Very tasty
Aug 09, 2020
My favorite so far. I use it in my firefly vaporizer for herbs. Works like a charm and you need hardly any. With practically no smell. Smells more like some one just made tea in the house and not at all like tobacco smoke. Smokes really good too when i use it that way.
5 out of 5
FAVORITE
Jul 10, 2020
Only tobacco I’ll smoke, but so hard to find outside of online.
5 out of 5
Very nice
Jun 23, 2020
Very nice
4 out of 5
A favorite!
Jun 13, 2020
A favorite!
5 out of 5
Great bang for the buck!
May 25, 2020
One of my favorites from one of my favorite brands. Smooth and creamy smoke...
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff pipe tobacco.
May 21, 2020
Have smoked borkum original or 40+ years. Always get compliments on it aroma from a passer by. Great taste and no bite.
5 out of 5
Consistent quality and service
May 11, 2020
Consistent quality and service
5 out of 5
An Old Faithful Blend
Apr 21, 2020
One of the first tobaccos that I ever tried and I still find it enjoyable. I keep coming back for the no nonsense flavor and aroma, not sweet, not wet when opened, burns well and I can relish it from beginning to end with few if any relight. Great tobacco!
4 out of 5
My daily smoke
Apr 18, 2020
I swap these both off as my daily smoke. My carry can for daily use sometimes has a mixture which works well.
5 out of 5
My favorite for years. I
Feb 18, 2020
My favorite for years. I have always liked the taste. It was my frist tobbacco I ever bought. I smoked it at sea in the Navy 40 years ago. Still brings back memories.
4 out of 5
A very nice smooth blend.
Feb 10, 2020
A very nice smooth blend. Enjoyable!
5 out of 5
Great tasting, smooth pipe tobaco
Feb 03, 2020
Great tasting, smooth pipe tobaco
5 out of 5
great tobacco
Dec 01, 2019
great tobacco
5 out of 5
this is a good product
Oct 15, 2019
this is a good product
5 out of 5
a smooth taste It is
Sep 24, 2019
a smooth taste It is a cavendish and I wis;h it included some Perique and latikia
5 out of 5
Best Tobacco and Company
Sep 21, 2019
Pipes and Cigars, always has my favorite tobacco. Service is excellent, fast deliver via mail.
Periodic sales offer value to customers
5 out of 5
Bought it since it first came out.
Sep 21, 2019
I buy original and bourbon whiskey in 7 ounce and have since they first came out.
5 out of 5
Very unique taste
Jul 11, 2019
Light and sweet with a unique heavy finish, not like anything else I’ve smoked. I loved Capt. Black but this is a step above and perhaps a little stronger. Very little if any bite and a taste without compromise.
5 out of 5
Ok
Jul 04, 2019
It kept lit ok. The flavor was hard to detect but the nicotine level is adequate. It’s an interesting smoke that everyone should try.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
Jun 24, 2019
smoothe, mellow, can relax and enjoy this tobacco
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff tobacco
Jun 23, 2019
I’ve been smoking this tobacco for years and it’s getting harder to find. Thanks for your prompt response to my orders.
5 out of 5
Excelent products! fast shipping! good
Jun 10, 2019
Excelent products! fast shipping! good service...
5 out of 5
BORKUM RIFF
May 13, 2019
REAL GOOD TOBACCO.
5 out of 5
Captain Black and Borkum Riff
May 02, 2019
I have always loved both of them
5 out of 5
Once an advid pipe smoker.
Apr 17, 2019
Love both Borkum and Capt. Black, Thank You. RS
5 out of 5
Great service! Above and beyond.
Apr 15, 2019
I ordered five cans of tobacco and clicked the wrong box so when they arrived I called and they help me return it. Smooth return so east. My fault totally but no questions asked! Great company.
5 out of 5
Good!
Feb 28, 2019
Good!
5 out of 5
Great smoke
Feb 01, 2019
Great smoke
5 out of 5
Enjoy it as much as I did 40 years ago!
Feb 01, 2019
Great taste, great pouch and great service! Thanks!!
4 out of 5
Smooth and very pleasant aroma.
Jan 08, 2019
Smooth and very pleasant aroma.
5 out of 5
perfect
Jan 07, 2019
perfect
5 out of 5
Great tabaccos.
Dec 14, 2018
I have been smoking a pipe since the early 70's in high school and have never tried these. I wish I had earlier. I enjoy them very much.
5 out of 5
I use it to blend
Oct 22, 2018
I use it to blend with Black Cavendish for a great smoke
5 out of 5
Good tobacco
Oct 19, 2018
Thanks
3 out of 5
Satisfying
Sep 22, 2018
Good blend, cool smoke, but not as good as BR Whiskey.
2 out of 5
???
Sep 06, 2018
Not a fan.
5 out of 5
Great Tobacco
Aug 09, 2018
Great Tobacco
5 out of 5
Old reliable!
Aug 01, 2018
Just like Pipes and Cigars . . . Reliable!
5 out of 5
Best Tobacco and Company
Jul 31, 2018
Have smoked Borkum for 20 years. It's the best and the ability to order and have shipped at reasonable price from Pipes and Cigars is terrific. As are other products I have purchased from them.
5 out of 5
GREAT
Jul 30, 2018
Tobacco is light does not bite, been smoking brand for 41 years.
5 out of 5
great tobacco good deal
Jul 23, 2018
the tobacco is a mild soft blend that smokes well.
5 out of 5
This is the only pipe
Jul 17, 2018
This is the only pipe tobacco my husband enjoys
2 out of 5
not too my taste.
Jun 18, 2018
not too my taste.
5 out of 5
BEST BUY
Jun 01, 2018
CANNOT FIND BETTER DEAL BEST SELECTION
5 out of 5
borkum riff
May 23, 2018
been smoking this for over 40 years
5 out of 5
will always buy this as long as it is available
May 04, 2018
have been smoking a pipe for 30 years, tried several others until i tried borkum riff original. that is all i smoke today
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
Mar 18, 2018
Excellent smoke. Mild and very aromatic, This was my second can and I've enjoyed every bole full.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
Mar 16, 2018
Great light tobacco.
5 out of 5
PIPE TOBACCO
Mar 14, 2018
I HAVE ORDERED TWICE FROM YOUR WEBSITE AND BOTH TIMES THE RESPONSE WAS GREAT. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
4 out of 5
An old timer still a kickin!
Mar 10, 2018
Borkum Riff original blend was one of the very first pipe tobaccos that I can remember smoking. It was a decent pipe tobacco and which I actually preferred over their later Whiskey flavored blend.Although Borkum Riff is one of those OTC tobaccos it has stood the test of time well and is still quite popular. I will still smoke it and aill always keep some on hand. It's after pipe smoking off and on for 52 years my tastes in pipe tobaccos have changed markedly in 5 decades. Some of my all time favorites are sadly gone!
5 out of 5
enjoyable smoke
Mar 03, 2018
enjoyable smoke
4 out of 5
Borkum Riff
Feb 18, 2018
Borkum Riff is good
5 out of 5
Borkum riff Original has a
Feb 06, 2018
Borkum riff Original has a pleasant aroma and flavor. this is what I started smoking many years ago. Nothing sugary or aromatic here, just a good smooking tobacco
4 out of 5
Borkum Riff Fresh?
Feb 04, 2018
The last order had stale Borkum Riff. Dried out.
I’m too busy to complain, but here’s the opportunity.
This shipment is fine.
Everybody has erasers on their pencils, and can change mistakes.
5 out of 5
Trip down memory lane, to Borkum Riff.
Jan 24, 2018
Perfumy, a suggestion of the medicinal, lingers in the pipe, not a ready mixer.
5 out of 5
Borkum riff
Jan 20, 2018
Best tobacco on the market in my opinion will have on hand at all time mix it with many different varieties
5 out of 5
Classic
Dec 27, 2017
Purchased as a Christmas for my father. He loves this fine classic tobacco blend.
5 out of 5
i like the bourbon
Dec 14, 2017
i like the bourbon but the original is a good change i have been smoking both forever
4 out of 5
Nice smoke
Nov 27, 2017
Smooth. Cool smoking. Mild. Not much flavor, or aroma. But pleasant.
5 out of 5
Awesome Smoke!
Nov 23, 2017
As good as I remember! Great blend!
5 out of 5
I have been smoking this
Nov 11, 2017
I have been smoking this for years and you hav the best price.
5 out of 5
Just as I emember it years ago
Oct 23, 2017
Smooth and even burning and the aroma is wonderful!
3 out of 5
Wrong product
Oct 15, 2017
I ordered whiskey flavor as I have for the couple of YEARS.
I received regular
5 out of 5
Pleasant
Oct 05, 2017
Not too harsh, smooth burning, even flavor.
5 out of 5
Borkum riff
Oct 05, 2017
Very good smoke will buy again
4 out of 5
Still as remembered
Sep 19, 2017
My husband started smoking a pipe while at KMCAS, Kaneohe, HI in 1967. The first blend was Flying Dutchman then he found Borkum Riff Bourbon. He prefers the Bourbon blend, but still great tobacco.
5 out of 5
i have been smocking this brand since 1973 and always enjoyed it!
Sep 13, 2017
you cant beat the aroma the smooth smoke and the great price.
3 out of 5
It's okay.
Sep 11, 2017
Good quality, just didn't appeal to my taste preferences.
5 out of 5
Prompt service
Aug 13, 2017
Quick response when ordering. Keeps me up to date on status of my order
2 out of 5
Not so much
Jul 24, 2017
Acrid/offensive room note. I much prefer Captain Black Regular over the Borkum Original.
5 out of 5
A long-time favorite
Apr 27, 2017
Subtly smooth and a personal favorite of this social smoker for many years.
5 out of 5
The best
Mar 13, 2017
The best
5 out of 5
Borkum Original
Jan 26, 2017
Been smoking Original for 20 plus years. Was having trouble finding it in the tobacco shop and found Pipes etc. Couldn't be happier with Pipes Etc. and my favorite tobacco. Smooth cool burning and everyone loves the aroma.
5 out of 5
Same as I remember
Dec 19, 2016
I have smoked a pipe, on and off, for roughly forty-five years. The tobacco that I started with was Borkum Riff. This tobacco is just as satisfying today as it was years ago.
Thank you for NOT changing your product.
2 out of 5
DRY AS GUN POWDER
Dec 18, 2016
I have now purchase two 7 oz. tins and found both having tobacco too dry to smoke. Must be something about this blend or maybe the packaging is not conducive to shelf life? also the recipe description on the web site isn't even close to the recipe description on the tin. I'm pretty sure this blend does not contain any burley and certainly doesn't have any vanilla.
Service at Pipe and Tobacco is great, but I won't be buying any more of this.
4 out of 5
Timeless classic
Nov 21, 2016
Never disappoints
5 out of 5
Favorite for years!
Oct 25, 2016
It's the only pipe tobacco I use and smoke. Have smoked it for years and never disappoints.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff
Oct 10, 2016
Been using this for years +...always good.
3 out of 5
Good to have in the rotation
Oct 01, 2016
This is a straight forward smoke. A little more depth than other tobaccos I have tried so far. As a fan of Captain Black Royal, I can appreciate this best after a hard days work. Now and again it's nice on an early cool morning with dark coffee.
5 out of 5
my favorite so far
Sep 29, 2016
my favorite so far
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
Sep 27, 2016
I've smoked Borkum Riff for about twenty years. Until they took it out of production, I smoked BR Light. The Original is as close to the Light that I have found. Although, the Special No. 8 was also an excellent tobacco. Sadly, you no longer carry it. Of course, I'm saddened to see the recent, somewhat drastic, increase in price to the Borkum Riff line of tobacco.
4 out of 5
Decent smoke.
Sep 02, 2016
Mild, smooth. Burns cool and clean. But not much flavor. I really miss Borkum Riff Honey and Orange. That was much more satisfying.
3 out of 5
Very nice...
Aug 15, 2016
A great all-around smoke: not to harsh, not too fruity, not too mild. My wife likes it, so that is a positive! I will keep a a pouch handy as this is good for any time of day.
3 out of 5
Not bad
Aug 08, 2016
Smooth and mild. But not much flavor.
5 out of 5
Old standby.
Jul 21, 2016
I occasionally branch out and buy "more sophisticated" blends, but I always come back to "the Riff." Easy to pack and light, stays lit, no bite, and I can smoke it all day. Nice room note (even my wife likes it) and nice, mild flavor. I'm almost never disappointed.
5 out of 5
Quality Tobacco
Jul 18, 2016
Borkum Riff has maintained there quality over the years. A reliable smoke !
4 out of 5
Bogrkum Riff Original Pipe Tobacco
Jun 16, 2016
Excellent, smooth pipe tobacco without a bite
5 out of 5
Love that brand
Jun 13, 2016
Smooth great tasting tabacco
5 out of 5
Tobacco comparison
May 20, 2016
I just returned to smoking and two old favorites were Flying Dutchman and Borkum Riff. Todays FD is ?! You will be my supplier for nothing but BR.
5 out of 5
An old Favorite
May 09, 2016
I enjoyed it when I first smoked. I still do.
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original Mixture
Apr 15, 2016
I have ordered cans of Borkum Riff several times from you. My latest order contained six cans and all but one arrived intact. One can opened during shipment. No harm done as the tobacco was still moist and fresh and the amount lost was negligible. This has happened once before, however, so you might want to consider using asmall piece of tape on the lids of the cans
5 out of 5
123
Apr 04, 2016
Excellent
4 out of 5
Good smoke.
Jan 30, 2016
Good smoke.
5 out of 5
was automated (online)
Jan 25, 2016
when it was necessary, customer service was excellent
5 out of 5
Fast efficient service - Thanks!!!
Dec 28, 2015
Fast efficient service - Thanks!!!
5 out of 5
poor quality too mild
Dec 20, 2015
poor quality too mild
5 out of 5
excellent
Dec 06, 2015
Service couldn't be any faster unless they were my next door neighbor. And I appreciate the occasional coupon for a steady customer.
4 out of 5
A fine pouch tobacco
Dec 04, 2015
Pleasantly surprised. A naturally sweet flavor, but mild. I'll be ordering this again.
5 out of 5
Happy Customer
Oct 24, 2015
I order this online because I can't find locally in my small town. Quick delivery and decent price.
5 out of 5
Perfect!
Oct 22, 2015
always prompt and perfect service.
3 out of 5
Middle of the road pipe tobacco, just plain average...
Oct 18, 2015
More like 2 1/2 stars from me. One of my tests of OTC blends, as I seek what works best for me for my second attempt at pipe smoking.
I read the reviews here and elsewhere, and they leaned towards this blend being fine but nothing special. And that is exactly how I review Borkum Riff Original; okay but nothing special.
It burns fine and has little if any bite, but everything else about this tobacco is just plain average. I would rather load a bowl of Carter Hall, Prince Albert, Velvet, SWR than Borkum Riff Original.
I will not purchase this blend again.
5 out of 5
Bulk tobacco purchase/Borkum Riff
Oct 07, 2015
As always, quick service, reasonable price, and fine product. Great company to do business with!
5 out of 5
Everything arrived as expected...
Sep 15, 2015
Everything arrived as expected...
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original Burley, Virginia Blend
Sep 12, 2015
Mild, Easy Smoking Tobacco with very little if any bite, Big tobacco taste, easy to light and stays lit. Part of a Sampler, nice addition.
5 out of 5
Good job
Sep 03, 2015
I have been a customer for over a year and always had prompt service . Pipes and cigars keeps me up to date on specials and things iI may be interested in viewing . The service is always great and if a delay is sent quickly without inconvenience,David
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff
Aug 30, 2015
great smooth smoking pipe tobacco, also cool taste. great smell.
5 out of 5
Excellent product. Have smoked it
Aug 24, 2015
Excellent product. Have smoked it for years.
5 out of 5
ordering & shipping
Aug 10, 2015
as always, easy ordering and shipments received promptly.
5 out of 5
Great!
Aug 08, 2015
Great products, price, and customer service. Very fast shipping!
5 out of 5
Geat job as usual
Aug 08, 2015
Orders are timely and prices are good as always. Thanks P&C
5 out of 5
Borkum Riff Original
Aug 04, 2015
My husband' s all time favorite !
Customer Testimonials
This was a nice change of pace from the burley based 'codger blends' I've been smoking lately. Seemed dry in the pouch, but burned well with plenty of rich smoke and little tongue bite. Easy to keep lit. Compared to the burleys, the taste was unique. Unlike the 'codger blends', the aftertaste did NOT leave me wanting another smoke. This won't be a blend I'll smoke often, but I'll probably keep a pouch around for variety's sake.
RY of Lyons, NY
Got it as part of package deal on P&C. enjoyed the smell, prune was the top note for me, some tangy fruit. Don't get chocolate or vanilla really. Good cut, good moisture. But boy, did it burn hot, and without much flavor. Will i buy Borkum Riff Original again? Eh, maybe to give it another shot.
JB of lakeside, IA
I'm not sure why the description says vanilla because my pouch says chocolate, prune and fruit. Yes, I'm sure its the same one. That being said, I enjoy a great many tobaccos, especially aromatics. This, however, was disgusting. It tasted and smelled like cough syrup. Couldn't stomach it and it ruined my glass of amaretto. However, I love pipesandcigars.com, their products and service.....this particular tobacco was just unsmokable. If you like aromatic go for Sutliff Private Stock, they are exceptional.
GD of Polson, MT
Got a pouch from a gas station, unaware as a newbie to pipe smoking that it was probably ancient. However I guess I got lucky, as it wasn't too bad. Smelled like fig newtons, tasted a bit like it smelled. all in all nothing to write home about. If you are new to pipe smoking this is a decent enough blend to start with.
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