Hearth & Home Mid-Town Series Prince Andrew is a rich, but mellow, Burley blend with a modest-sweet flavor with notes of cocoa and nuts. It's a pleasant, all-day type of tobacco that's cool and bite-free. Perhaps, best of all, it's very affordable.
Enjoying very much!
Like to blend with Lane Raspberry for a fresh and smooth smoke.
4 out of 5
Nice easy smoking burley. Good
Jul 12, 2023
Nice easy smoking burley. Good moisture content. All day smoke.
4 out of 5
Hearth and Home champion
Apr 28, 2023
In this battle in my opinion Hearth and Home definitely wins. I'll be finishing the tub. As for the Prince Albert it just didn't do it for me so I resealed it at will save it for emergency rations. I'm not really refined on how to explain the nuances of these 2 tobaccos.
3 out of 5
Bad Replacement for Albert, but Okay tobacco otherwise
Nov 17, 2022
4 stars if you're just talking about being a decent tobacco. 2 stars if you're really wanting to replace prince Albert with it.
It lacks the slight nutty sweet hints of Prince Albert.
The room note of the Prince Andrew does have those nutty notes but not as sweet as Albert, and it's just in the waft, while Albert gives it to you in the mouth as well.
I just tried combining it with a Black Cavendish to try to sweeten it up a little, but it stayed too ... sharp, for lack of a better word. maybe parfaiting it with a cherry tobacco might work.
I definitely plan on having to mix this one to be able to enjoy it. If I was stranded somewhere with just this, I bet i'd get used to it, but I would be a little bummed out.
I've just been smoking a year, but I have smoked about 40 bowls of prince albert, and smoked over 200 bowls of over 100 different tobaccos. So take this review for what it's worth.
5 out of 5
As good as Prince Albert
Nov 08, 2022
I recommend Prince Andrew pipe tobacco to my husband after reading the reviews. He likes it so much I just ordered this large size.
5 out of 5
Not bad!
Oct 03, 2022
Not too bad as trying out different tobaccos to see which one I like and this one is pretty good smoking tobacco, will order this again.
5 out of 5
Very fine smoke
Sep 20, 2022
Very fine smoke
3 out of 5
I like it but….
Sep 13, 2022
I like it but….
3 out of 5
Very nice to smoke around
Jul 06, 2022
Very nice to smoke around lunch
5 out of 5
Excellent version of this blend.
Apr 20, 2022
Excellent version of this blend. Does not have that mouth drying chemical sprayed so heavily in it. I love the original but this tastes like better quality ingredients. I've been smoking it daily and love it. Change the name!
5 out of 5
thanks
Feb 08, 2022
thanks
4 out of 5
Great taste..well aged.. surprised by
Feb 02, 2022
Great taste..well aged.. surprised by the wonderful aftertaste..medium to full body smoke.for old school codgers that know a good blend when they taste it. If you like sir Walter ..or prince Albert..even half and half...you LL love this blend.. Sailor the piperman
4 out of 5
Very good match prince albert...flavor
Oct 26, 2021
Very good match prince albert...flavor has a little subtle hint of virginia....not a bad thing..also burns a little longer than prince Albert as it is not as dry but that also leads to several relights. I usually let some dry in a zip lock bag to remedy that. All in all it's by no means a "bad" blend. 'Tis all I have been smoking really. So stay puffing my friends!
5 out of 5
Shipping was fast and the
Oct 16, 2021
Shipping was fast and the tobacco was on sale. I've ordered from P&C before and will again. Top notch retailers.
4 out of 5
I have to admit I
Oct 11, 2021
I have to admit I bought this for the smoke aroma I am not a big pipe smoker that said although it does not have the same smell as Prince Albert (My Grandfather smoked this and the smoke smell is what I remember most of him)The flavor is great and I have been enjoying it.
4 out of 5
Good all day blend. Not
Sep 22, 2021
Good all day blend. Not much bite.
4 out of 5
Good Burley Forward Smoke
Sep 10, 2021
Good tasting straight burley. Tobacco flavor is often the only noticeable flavor but a hint of sweetness peeks through on occasion. It did bite a bit but that may have been from drawing too often. It was a regular occurrence with each bowl smoked, though.
Good choice for a primarily tobacco flavor smoke. I was looking for a more noticeable sugary sweet flavor so this is not the tobacco I was looking for.
3 out of 5
Overall a good blend but
Aug 26, 2021
Overall a good blend but not my cup of tea.
5 out of 5
Great taste...more depth than PA...BURN
Aug 21, 2021
Great taste...more depth than PA...BURN RATE is fast but okay. Good blend.
5 out of 5
as good as
Aug 12, 2021
hard to tell the difference between Prince Andrew & Prince Albert. The Mid-Town serie seem to have less glycol than orig.'s and that is a good thing.
5 out of 5
Shipping was fast, the smoke
Aug 05, 2021
Shipping was fast, the smoke was full and cool, just a mild bite at the bottom of a bowl. A good all day smoke.
4 out of 5
Pretty close, but falls short
May 11, 2021
Pretty close, but falls short on aroma. Good value and will likely repurchase
4 out of 5
Mild smooth smoke. Good for
May 04, 2021
Mild smooth smoke. Good for smoking while you enjoy life and relaxing. Very enjoyable.
5 out of 5
I am very happy finding
Apr 28, 2021
I am very happy finding this tobacco. For being low priced. You just can't beat this tobacco. I just ordered it again and find it mellow but satisfying. If you smoke it slowly it burns well with a nice taste.
4 out of 5
Almost perfect
Apr 18, 2021
Not prince Albert, but maybe a bit better. A few percent exotic/cigar leaf might make it a lot more robust, but i like it. If it was less of a cigarette-cut it would probably burn better. jmo. -random
5 out of 5
Smooth, no bight
Mar 26, 2021
All most as smooth as a sheep dogs belly. no bight, just smooth, no bark.````
4 out of 5
Not an exact match..
Mar 24, 2021
Not an exact match to Prince Albert, but pretty close. IMHO Prince Albert has a more pronounced cocoa flavor than this does, and this is ribbon cut while PA is cross cut. This burley blend is a great smoke on its own, and is definitely worth a try, especially since Middleton has been having supply issues getting product to market.
5 out of 5
Similar but different than Prince Albert
Jan 21, 2021
The pluses. This is a very tasty tobacco. As a 20 year Prince Albert smoker it is similar, but different, like your wife using your mothers recipe, it does not quite come out the same. Smooth burning with little bite as an all day smoke. This does not have as stems like you will occasionally find in Prince Albert. Now for the negatives.This is a ribbon cut, so you have to pack it differently than Prince Albert. There is a learning curve, with relights more often required especially in smaller bowl pipes. I would definitely purchase again as a change from Prince Albert or should Prince Albert go the way of the chorded telephone and Gillette trac two razor blades, in other words, discontinued.
4 out of 5
Do you have Prince Albert in a can?
Aug 06, 2020
Let him out! A blast from the past for folks who remember when there was no caller ID!
5 out of 5
Pipe tobacco
Jul 27, 2020
Nice smoking tobacco, nice price
4 out of 5
Nice Aromatic?
Feb 26, 2020
A pleasant smoke - it begs for a bit of spice - as in Latakia - wife appreciated the mild warm room aroma
3 out of 5
Prince Andrew
Feb 03, 2020
Smokes kind of wet for what it was. I prefer the Chatham Manor and dinner dunhill ready rubbed but those certainly satisfied the need
5 out of 5
All day smoke
Dec 26, 2019
I've only been smoking for a couple of years, always trying new blends. I've found alot that I like but this is the 1at that I would say is my all day smoke. It's so mild and subtle while the price is so economic. Love it!
5 out of 5
Very good. Good taste
Sep 11, 2019
Very good. Good taste
3 out of 5
It’s ok
Feb 27, 2019
It’s ok
5 out of 5
New Favorite
Feb 11, 2019
I really love the cut, long strings of tobacco is much better then the cross cut you see in other brands which when the can is running low it is almost dust. This has become my new favorite over Prince Albert. More brands should go for the longer cut and get rid of their cross cut machines.
4 out of 5
A smooth smoke
Dec 11, 2018
I have only had one pipeful so far and that occurred when I was raking leaves. So while I wasn’t sitting in a recliner it was still a relaxing smoke no bite and smooth.
5 out of 5
Real Close!!!
Dec 06, 2018
Although not an exact match to PA, all though there are very close similarities...This is a Great tobacco in it's own standing. Thanks Russ, another job well done!!!
5 out of 5
Good OTC
Nov 22, 2018
This is an honest, straightforward, Burley blend with a light chocolate top note. All the benefits of the blend it's intended to emulate without the chemical/cigarette flavors
5 out of 5
Nice all day smoke
Nov 01, 2018
i actually like this more than albert good all day smoke very simple
5 out of 5
Goto smoke for sure
Oct 18, 2018
i almost hate to say this but i like Andrew more than Albert
4 out of 5
Prince Aandrew
Sep 18, 2018
Mild, mellow, and more pleasant than my "go to standard," Sir WalterRaleigh. The Midtown version of this old favorite is better than the original version, and I definitely will buy it again.
1 out of 5
worst
Aug 20, 2018
Some of the worst tobacco
i have ever smoked. Burns like it was soaked in tobasco sauce.
1 out of 5
Awful
Apr 10, 2018
This blend tends is harsh. I will burn your mouth.
2 out of 5
Needs improvement...
Aug 17, 2017
Having gotten most of the way through the can, I feel confident in writing a review. This stuff is unbearably moist for the week or two after the seal is broken. As such, it bites the tongue something terrible...my tongue still feels like 48-grit sandpaper. It burns to a powdery black ash and leaves a lot of goopy carbon deposits in its wake. Worst of all, of the several blends I've smoked over the years, this one is far and away the most difficult to keep alight. Though it does have a good nutty Burley flavor, I get no cocoa notes. If the cut was a little finer and the casing toned down, it would vastly improve. But if it continues in its present state, I won't be buying any more.
5 out of 5
Ray Mocarsky
Aug 04, 2017
I received this tub about 5 weeks ago and at first it was very aggressive. It burned and bit horribly.
I regretted having bought it.
So I let it sit for 3 weeks, occasionally fluffing it by hand to air it out somewhat.
I tried a bowl. Still hot. Not fun.
Each week I tried a bowl on the weekends. Getting less and less hot and harsh.
After week 5, it has reached its perfection point. My, my, my . . . how it has changed with maturity.
Prince Andrew is a fine, satisfying smoke be it in cob or briar; I have not yet tried it in meerschaum.
It is my first experience with receiving tobacco that had to be mellowed; Lane 1Q and HGL are good to go but this stuff has to be broken in, much like a pipe itself.
While the above mentioned can get to be sorta like having pecan pie for a main course, (overly rich) Prince Andrew is subtle, satisfying, and not too much of a good thing. A good, mellow smoke. And my wife says she can barely smell it, but when she does, it is not unpleasant.
Ray Mocarsky
4 out of 5
P.s.
Jul 03, 2017
P.s. I hope Pipes and Cigars makes this available in bulk. There's no telling how many Prince Albert cans I have bought and discarded when empty. P and C does have a bulk tobacco called Prince Albert Match, but when I sampled it, I found it to be well off the mark.
4 out of 5
Pleasant. Try it.
Jul 03, 2017
Who is/was Prince Andrew? Never mind.
It a pleasant tobacco, slightly milder and and maybe a little sweeter than Prince Albert. Both are flavored with cocoa. When I opened the plastic can of Albert, the cocoa aroma was very strong. Missing from Andrew is the hint of Turkish evident in Albert.
To make a closer match to Albert, leave the can open for a few days to allow cocoa vapors to dissipate. Mix 9 parts of Andrew with 1 part Blended Turkish Ribbon. Pip pip, jolly good show, old bean.
4 out of 5
The Prince has been rescued!
Mar 22, 2017
I have tried most of the drug store blends: Half and Half, Carter Hall, Prince Albert, etc. I enjoy Virginia and English blends; but, as a young husband and Dad I can't bring myself to purchase them except on occasion (as bad as I want to). I needed to find something I could buy a lot of for cheap. I thought I was home with Prince Albert until I found out about the extras they put in him (not good for you). I also noticed Prince Albert would change on me, mid way or towards the end of my bowl. I would get a chemical taste (similar to cheap gas station cigars). You won't find that here. This is by far the highest grade tobacco I have handled. It also has what I loved about PA, no fuss. It just delivers. A solid bed of daily comfort, for those of us who need it. Honestly, the room note is nice as well. It reminds me of everything I love: Grandpas, Grandmother's warm dessert, good conversation. It also brings with it a gentle manliness. It's what I would imagine Dr. Grabow smoking...on his North Carolina porch on a summer evening. Obviously, you can tell I like it. If you enjoy PA, you will love this. Thank you, Russ.
5 out of 5
The Old Standby Perfected
Oct 10, 2016
A Royal version of a timeless classic.
5 out of 5
Definitely NOT Prince Albert...
Oct 09, 2016
Stronger, harsher, more crudely cut. hotter burning, less-appreciated room note than with Prince Albert, this is STILL a very enjoyable smoking tobacco! Whenever I feel the need for a pipeful of PRINCE ALBERT WITH AN ATTITUDE, I turn to Prince Andrew!
4 out of 5
A real Prince!
Oct 04, 2016
While it won't knock Sir Walter Raleigh off of the OTC Burley throne, this Prince ain't half bad... in fact it's real good! A close PA match and a good example of an old codger burley.
5 out of 5
Great blend!
Sep 25, 2016
Very tasty blend. I've mixed it with the Chatham Manor for a really good change.
5 out of 5
Really good tobacco.
Apr 19, 2016
Almost a dead ringer for Prince Albert! The flavor and the nicotine hit is a little light but ok.
3 out of 5
Not Great but not too bad
Feb 11, 2016
I prefer Prince Albert, however this one is not bad. Probably will not buy again.
3 out of 5
Good, But Not Even Close To Prince Albert
Aug 04, 2015
While it is a good smoke with better quality tobacco, it lacks that wonderfully smooth Prince Albert top flavor. To my taste it s not a good enough substitute in its present formulation. Until or unless P&C reformulates, my advice would be to stick with the original. Come on P&C, you can do better than that, it is so easy to fix!
Customer Testimonials
They say this is a match to Prince Albert (which was the first tobacco I smoke when I started back in the 70's.) It had been a long time since I had smoked Prince Albert, so when I ordered this, I went to the local store and brought Albert home.
In a side by side comparison, I do not see where these two match up, other than to say they are both very mild. I do feel that Hearth and Home has a better product, one that serves up a better taste.
The blend does smoke well. It's very easy to light and it stays lite and burns very clean.
While I do not believe this will be a main stay in my cellar, but I can see getting a few ounces now and then.
HT of Melbourne, FL
Not close to Prince Albert
FC of Dacono, CO
A follow up to my previous review. It seems that a little resting time in the jar has helped re-establish some aroma and flavor. Its a decent burley. I was expecting a bit more though. Also I was wrong on the price point. Forgot it was a 2 oz. bag.
MM of Metropolis, IL
First. I like burley. I got this tobacco in the 2oz. bulk bag. After 2 bowls last night, honestly, I'm not impressed. Its bland and almost tasteless. Room note was practically non-existent. Maybe its due to the bulk packaging. I have jarred the rest and will let it sit for a week or two then try again. If it doesn't improve I can always use it for blending, although next time I will just buy blending burley at half the price.
MM of Metropolis, IL
One of my dad's favorites-taste and aroma just the way I remember...Thanks Russ!
CD of Bristol, CT
I'm not crazy about Prince Albert, just seems rather bland and boring. However, I do like Russ's version, it's a very tasty perfect sweetness pleasant smoke that can be enjoyed all day! Great job on this one!!
CS of Orland, IN
This could make a guy fall in love with burley, all over again. Sweet and pleasing aroma, affordable, and packed in a high-quality container. I especially appreciate the low amount of propylene glycol, so it smokes dry and cool.
Our pipe club bought canisters of all of the Mid-Town blends to sample out for tasting. Every one is a winner, and Prince Andrew is my favorite.
DT of Waunakee, WI
I really enjoy PA so I gave this a try. Early comparisons are that Andrew is not quite the same semi sweet, easy burning crimp cut as PA, it can be enjoyed as a more robust substitute. The cut and appearance is quite similar. The burley a bit more pronounced and thus far requires a little more attention to detail pace wise, or it bites me. After smoking several bowls it has mellowed some for me. Must be a PH thing.
MW of Ocala, FL
Now THIS is tasty stuff! I kinda like it better that The Prince itself. A bit on the light side for me but I am a clencher and Puffer. It fills the bill without a single bite and smells pretty pleasant too. Nice going Russ O.!
TS of Rehoboth Beach, DE
This is a good match to the Prince, which I have enjoyed for years. I still had some Prince Albert on hand when Prince Andrew arrived in the mail. I did a side by side comparison. Same cut, color and moisture. I did a taste test and this one was just as good as the original, if not a little better. It had more of a "real" tobacco taste. If you're curious, don't think twice. Get some!
MV of Edgewater Park, NJ
I am not old enough to remember previous renditions of the Prince Albert brand. But this tobacco is how I imagined it tasted in previous generations. There is no chemical taste or aroma to this tobacco that I can detect, to me it smells a bit like Kahlua or a chocolate liquor of some kind, it burns cleanly with no wet heel or dottle, and it actually tastes like... TOBACCO, gasp!
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