English blends containing the mysterious and smoky tobacco, Latakia, have long been a mainstay among pipe smokers, and nothing is more emblematic of England than John Bull. A true connoisseur’s delight, this supremely cool and smooth mixture uses tamed flue-cured tobaccos, mellow and nutty Burley, a touch of black Cavendish for a subtle sweetness and the star of the blend, magnificent Cyprian Latakia. The result is a well-behaved, all-day mixture that is ultra-flavorful but never overbearing. It’s exceedingly rare to find this kind of premier blend in a pouch, but John Bull is anything but ordinary.
Not the first English I tried, but it is the first English I liked. If you're new (like me) and want to give English a try, this is a good place to start. See my review of Peterson's Standard Mixture to read what a 'real' English tastes like to a newbie :-)
5 out of 5
I Understand That Tobacco Can Change!!!!!
May 15, 2023
I understand that tobacco can change over time but I had no idea.
When I first purchased (2021) this pouch I gave it a go, nope, It was just not anything I would ever consider, to the point I was going to toss it. For some odd reason it managed to find it ways into my tobacco cellar (the closet). I came across it this evening and thought, why not!
I had no idea that a tobacco could change this much! It will definitely make its way into my rotation. I find this a good blend after steak and potatoes (a meal). It has that hay pepper taste that satisfies. I know coffee and alcohol goes well with tobaccos but I have found that a Virgil’s Hand Crafted Black Cherry soda is just pleasant with this blend. So on a hot Texas day this will be a treat!
5 out of 5
This is a good one,
Apr 29, 2023
This is a good one, not quite as spicy or as intriguing as its 'True English' counterpart, but a real English smoke. This blend strikes a nice balance between Latakia and the other components. I find it also not quite as strong as 'True English.' But both blends are at a good price and both are repeaters.
5 out of 5
Pretty Good.
Feb 06, 2023
Surprisingly complex for a pouch blend. It's in between Peterson 965 and Nightcap, IMO. The Nicotine punch isn't as strong as those two. I'll get some more to jar for a couple of months.
4 out of 5
John Bull has become my
Oct 19, 2022
John Bull has become my default English pouch tobacco. I find it to have all the qualities of the more sophisticated (read: 'expensive') blends, some of which are evidently superior and which I have in rotation. It is however a very solid mix, full-bodied, and an excellent value to boot, especially in tough economic times. Recommended.
4 out of 5
Truly smooth yet strong enough
Oct 04, 2022
Truly smooth yet strong enough for it's one of my favourites.
5 out of 5
I’m not an everyday pipe
Jun 05, 2022
I’m not an everyday pipe smoker, as I mix in cigars as well, but this is my go to blend when I do.
5 out of 5
Wonderful aroma; all day smoker.
May 05, 2022
Wonderful aroma; all day smoker.
3 out of 5
Same comment as the True
Apr 02, 2022
Same comment as the True English
3 out of 5
Too much Lataki for me
Apr 01, 2022
Too much Lataki for me but a good smoke. Way too expensive
5 out of 5
Great taste, very smooth.
Mar 30, 2022
Great taste, very smooth.
5 out of 5
Like this tobacco, good burn
Mar 20, 2022
Like this tobacco, good burn and flavor. I will buy more.
5 out of 5
My go to all day
Mar 15, 2022
My go to all day english. Surprisingly good for a pouch. Very smooky. Packs and burns great. Nutty and slightly sweet.
3 out of 5
While some might enjoy the
Mar 14, 2022
While some might enjoy the English blends very much, I can only take them in small doses at the present time. The aroma is very pleasant but, the sharpness in my throat and the tip of my tongue point me to look else where for an all day smoke.
5 out of 5
good stuff
Feb 09, 2022
hard to describe. in the pouch, it smells kind of like the taste of Skoal straight, in my pipe, it tastes sort of like everything. citrus, earthy, sweet and bitter all at the same time. I like it
4 out of 5
Excellent
Dec 23, 2021
Excellent
4 out of 5
I like this tobacco, but
Sep 17, 2021
I like this tobacco, but this pack was a little on the moist side. could of been my own fault though, I'm not an expert smoker.
A good bargain anyway. I'll buy it again.
a good bargain
5 out of 5
Nice blend. Just right amount
Jun 06, 2021
Nice blend. Just right amount of Latakia. I blended it 50/50 with black Cavendish just because that's my preference.
4 out of 5
Great first English!
May 18, 2021
This was my first real venture into English plans. Attic smoker before this, but after trying some English plans with a friend I wanted to explore the joys of Latakia :-) if you have any trepidation about English blend, this is a great way to go. This gives a pleasant, cool smoke, it doesn’t even remotely over power. There is no bite. You definitely get the Latakia , as desired, but I don’t find it at all too strong or intimidating. Also, I was not willing to spend 15 bucks on a 10 or something I wasn’t sure I would like to, so the price point for this pouch was very attractive, I think on promotion for about $5.50, which is an easy amount to spend for a tobacco this good :-). I’ve already bought another pouch to give us a gift for my dad, who is a cigar smoker now exploring pipe tobaccos.
5 out of 5
Great
May 15, 2021
Thank you
4 out of 5
My favorite "budget" English
Apr 30, 2021
John Bull is a very well-balanced blend that has become over the years my 'go to' English. It has a surprising depth of flavor and character given the budget price, and the enjoyment lasts throughout the entire bowl. Recommended!
3 out of 5
Good enough. I'll try it
Apr 26, 2021
Good enough. I'll try it again soon...
5 out of 5
Multi-Dimensional Cool Smoke!
Apr 06, 2021
A great cool smoking blend. I like traditional English blends but the complexity of this blend goes on and on. The latakia is just the right amount and the small hit of Cavendish continues to push it forward. A great tobacco with many dimensions! Enjoy!
1 out of 5
Tasted like left overs! Not good ones!
Mar 24, 2021
This purchase is absolute proof that taste is an individual experience .I purchased 2 pouches based what was said by other smokers..their taste did not satisfy my taste. I like a good English style blend.. this John Bull for my pallet, taste like it was made with left overs. I could not finish the bowl. Pitched it and 2nd pouch unopened.
So buy one and if you like more power to you.
Taste is up to you.
I really disliked. Does that matter? Of course not. You may.
5 out of 5
A great tobacco at ANY price
Mar 18, 2021
I don't claim to have a "sophisticated" palate- I'm no connoisseur, but I've had a pretty wide sampling of tobaccos from OTC $5 blends to expensive, rare, and exotic blends... there is nothing about John Bull that is inferior to any of them, in my humble opinion. It has a satisfying, consistent flavor and burns well. Some have complained that it comes too dry out of the pouch. That has not been my experience. I can smoke it right out of the pouch although, I prefer to dry it out for a couple hours before putting it into a Ball jar. John Bull has become one of my standard smokes.
3 out of 5
to dry
Mar 05, 2021
to dry
3 out of 5
English
Feb 26, 2021
I was trying a variety of English blends and decided the ones I chose were all fairly similar. Burned well and completely but as a class not exactly what I am looking for. Was a little dry in the pouch but the humidor with sponge fixed that.
4 out of 5
John Bull pipe tobacco.
Nov 20, 2020
John bull is better than I expected, I even enjoyed the first bowl. The aroma stays around for quite a long time. I might just make this tobacco one of my favorites. Will order again from Pipes and Cigars.
5 out of 5
excellent product; good burn
Nov 02, 2020
excellent product; good burn
4 out of 5
Great smoke
Nov 01, 2020
Of all the English blends I've tried this is the most balanced and enjoyable. Unfortunately that also means that a pouch doesn't last very long.
4 out of 5
good all-around smokin' tobaccy
Nov 01, 2020
A strong tobacco with no bite.
5 out of 5
Excellent English mixture. Was fresh,
Oct 27, 2020
Excellent English mixture. Was fresh, clean, very much reminiscent of My Mixture 965 but not quite as strong, price was great. Will definitely order more in the next few days!
4 out of 5
The blend can use a
Oct 16, 2020
The blend can use a little , very little reduction in the latakia but is a very good English type tobacco. Price is a little high
5 out of 5
John Bull Review
Sep 14, 2020
John Bull Pipe Tobacco is the essence of what mild English tobacco should be.
3 out of 5
Nice taste.
Sep 07, 2020
Nice taste.
4 out of 5
John bull
Jun 12, 2020
If I could only smoke John Bull royal English, I’d be a happy man
5 out of 5
John Bull
Dec 19, 2019
Excellent! Rich, satisfying, stays lit, great any time of day. A fine, dependable tobacco with no frills. Try it!
5 out of 5
Thanks
Nov 26, 2019
I was unsure what this tobacco would be like and I was pleasantly surprised by its mild and distinctive flavor.
4 out of 5
My favorite English tobacco thus far
Nov 21, 2019
This is the first English tobacco that I tried and also my favorite thus far.
5 out of 5
Great Flavor
Oct 02, 2019
I'm a cigar, and pipe smoker, and enjoy the smoky flavor of an English blend.This brand may be the perfect English blend around.Try it and see.
5 out of 5
Out and about in the woods.
Aug 23, 2019
This has become my go to tobacco when out and about in the woods. Camping, fishing etc. Sometimes I add an additional pinch or two of latakia to the pouch. Easy smoking, not too moist. Stays lit. Wonderful, just wonderful.
5 out of 5
Great blend.Sweet,very cool and Smokey!
Aug 10, 2019
I wasn’t expecting such a sweet smoking Latakia blend.
It’s different and good.
I’d recommend any Virginia or Latakia fan to try this blend.
Bulk would be great in this blend.
5 out of 5
A must try blend for Latakia or Virginia fans
Aug 06, 2019
I would like to see this available in larger tin or available in bulk.
I let pouch breathe for a week and this blend is about good as it gets.
Smoky Latakia with some natural sweetness by mid bowl that is just enough to keep me wanting to fill another bowl.
It’s slightly sweet and very smoky but clean enough not to bore the palate.
5 out of 5
It’s Good For Something DIFFERENT😉👍!
Aug 03, 2019
I’be Smoked A Pipe For SOME Time Now👍. Like MANY, I Stayed With A Number Of The AROMATIC Blends🙄, Because They SMELL Good😃. Now, I’m My LATER Years, I’m Moving Toward The NON “Fancy Dancy” Blends🤷🏻♂️. The FIRST Pouch Of John Bull I DIDN’T Care For😖! Well, I’m Gradually Developing A Taste For LATAKIA😳! Not There YET, But It’s Good For A CHANGE Of PACE😉👍.
5 out of 5
A nice well balanced blend.
Jul 22, 2019
A nice well balanced blend. Burns good with a nice taste. I like it..
5 out of 5
Wonderful flavor
Jun 25, 2019
This was one of my first English blends that I tried, it was delicious, smokey, flavorful, and affordable.
4 out of 5
Fine base mixture.
Jun 07, 2019
I tuned it to my taste by mixing half/half with Cornell & Diehl Black Frigate, with a splash of bourbon. As a base it is definitely in the upper 80% for affordable tobacco.
4 out of 5
Very nice !
Jun 07, 2019
Very nice !
4 out of 5
Smooth and light.
Jun 05, 2019
Smooth and light.
5 out of 5
A Proper English indeed
Jun 04, 2019
I can't believe how incredibly tasty this blend is considering the price. I would put this up against any other English no matter the price-point. The flavors are well balanced. It's toasty, smoky, warm yet crisp. It has just enough intensity to allow it to be in my pipe for most of the day. Bottom line: John Bull is as the package say, "A Proper English"... delicious!
4 out of 5
This is a great all
Jun 04, 2019
This is a great all day smoke for me. A good taste of Latakia without being too strong. I’m not a fan of a big nicotine hit so this is perfect for me as I don’t really get much nicotine from it.
5 out of 5
My favorite English EVER!
May 25, 2019
I feel like I've been sampling only English blends all year. This one grabbed me by the taste buds from my charring light to the bottom of the bowl. It's so light yet so flavorful. I have so many blend I enjoy like a multi-course meal: once I'm full I have to recover before the next bowl. John Bull is a blend I can keep in my pipe bowl after bowl. It's just as delicious the first draw as it is that third bowl as I'm tending my herb garden. I can literally smoke this all day and never lose my taste for it. It hasn't bitten me yet and it stays lit exceptionally well. The room note is lovely and it's a truly pleasurable retro-hale. I love love love this blend. I'm ordering more pouches immediately!
5 out of 5
Absolute Best
May 15, 2019
I have been a pipe smoker for many years and probably have nearly 600 pipes in my collection (I've stopped counting, but I still continue to purchase!). Also, I have smoked about every tin, bulk, and OTC the ever existed, but I have to say that John Bull is my absolute favorite. My wife saw an ad for it on her phone from P and C and asked if I had heard of it. Of course, I responded in the negative but it was on sale so I purchased ten pouches. From the moment I opened it, I knew I found my favorite. Since then, I have purchased thirty more pouches and since it is on sale I may purchase tons more. I jar and cellar it. I don't want to ever be without this great tobacco. Of course, I am looking at nearly one hundred tins of various tobaccos and have jars sitting on a table behind my recliner. I will eventually smoke them, but it will take some time since I always reach for John Bull. If you want an inexpensive tobacco with tremendous flavor, then purchase John Bull. If I ever had to be on an island by myself and could take only one brand, it would be John Bull.
4 out of 5
Not great but good
Mar 15, 2019
Not great but good
5 out of 5
Very nice all day English
Mar 12, 2019
Not complex but very tasty & perfect burn. Many times that's exactly what I want.
4 out of 5
Johnny Bull
Mar 10, 2019
Delicate, yet full flavored Brit-type mix.
5 out of 5
Full Thumbs up!
Mar 10, 2019
I'm relatively new to the pipe but I've sampled enough to know that I REALLY like this blend! It has a robust Latakia flavor (I'm a Latakia man) but it is also smooth. I could see smoking this all day long. Definitely gets my thumbs up.
4 out of 5
John Buly
Mar 06, 2019
Like it very much; would like to be able to buy it in bulk.
4 out of 5
Pack it light
Feb 08, 2019
Nice ride will buy again smooth dont pack it tight gets hot pack light enjoy
5 out of 5
Great
Feb 07, 2019
Great
5 out of 5
Great mild English!
Jan 26, 2019
Love it. An all day smoke!
5 out of 5
Great tobacco if u like
Jan 22, 2019
Great tobacco if u like light English...
5 out of 5
a surprisingly good mild English
Jan 20, 2019
This is mild tobacco but really good. I've been looking for a light English. A bit of Latakia and an absence of aromatic sweetness is just what I need. If you like your tobacco mild this might be just what you need.
4 out of 5
John Bull
Dec 27, 2018
Although it's good, and inexpensive, it doesn't compare to my favorite English blends. Still, for an inexpensive smoke, it did the job. I'd get it again, if nothing else was available
5 out of 5
John Bull
Dec 27, 2018
An extraordinary nightcap!
4 out of 5
JOHN BULL
Nov 19, 2018
TASTY, SMOOTH, NUTTY, A LITTLE SMOKINESS!!
5 out of 5
Typically this is my go-to tobacco
Nov 11, 2018
In my opinion this is a good English tobacco not too overpowering yet not weak as a faint taste either like some of the other brands in tins are..
3 out of 5
Just ok
Sep 18, 2018
Latikia threw me off because it was my first time. Not my cup of tea.
5 out of 5
Great smoke
Sep 16, 2018
One of my favorites. Every pipe gets better and better. Don't let the fact that it's a pouch tobacco turn you away. Smokey, complex, mellow, and a bit sweet. If you let it dry awhile out of pouch it gets even better. Good stuff at any price.
4 out of 5
I really do like the
Aug 31, 2018
I really do like the John Bull tobacco and will buy it again. However, that being said, my son gave me some Hearth and Home Marquee Fusilliers Ration. I loved it but it's a little too expensive for me. I live from medicare check to Medicare check. If you have something almost the same but less expensive, please let me know.
3 out of 5
John bull tobacco
Aug 29, 2018
For a pre-packaged, commercial tobacco, it is pretty good. It smokes well and has a good flavor.
5 out of 5
John bull
Aug 27, 2018
Among the best.Smooth flavor,burns well and cool.will buy again
3 out of 5
Meh by itself, but *great* for blending!
Jul 18, 2018
Like others, I ended up with a pouch of John Bull, and truthfully, I'm not sure how. But I'm open-minded, so I figured I'd give it a shot. It smelled very nice in the pouch, and packed well. At first light, I thought I'd found a winner -- delightful flavor, and nicely smokey -- but shortly, the flavor all but evaporated, and it wasn't producing much smoke at all: it just burned hot. I tried several things, but each time I'd love the fresh bowl, and then it would just go limp. What I ended up doing is mixing it with a Balkan Supreme at 50/50, and that has been an outstanding blend. It lightens up the Balkan just a touch and adds a *great* flavor. I'm definitely going to be getting more - but just to blend with.
3 out of 5
it's ok
Jul 15, 2018
it's ok, not a big fan of english blends
4 out of 5
NO BULL ON JOHN BULL
Jun 07, 2018
BULL IS A NO BITE ABOVE-AVERAGE BLEND
5 out of 5
John Bull
May 12, 2018
Splendid tobacco- rich, slow-burning, right amount of Vitamin N, typical English flavour. Great outdoor tabak, stays lit, very dependable. Robust enough to satisfy, mild enough for all day. One of my Great Faves.
3 out of 5
Light on flavor.
May 04, 2018
Pro's: Easy to light, great mouth feel (for the flavor it had), good room note, dry smoke.
Con's: Burned QUICK; almost like I packed my bowl with paper shavings, REALLY lacking in flavor for me, and for an English, I tend to like heavier smoke.
For me, flavor is most important thing, and when I smoke an English, I want a HEAVY hit of rich, complex flavor, and for the smoke to feel heavy and weighty to accompany that, John Bull was light on flavor for me but the light smoke did compliment the level of flavor quite well I feel. It's not my thing, but for those with a lighter palate, this might be right for you.
5 out of 5
A bumpy start followed by a really smooth ride.
Apr 19, 2018
My experience with most tobaccos is a great start followed by the full experience which can be good or not so good. For me John Bull got off to a rough start followed by a great smoke. I bought one pouch as a test but it won't last long because I keep going back.
5 out of 5
Truly one of my favorites.
Apr 01, 2018
Truly one of my favorites.
4 out of 5
Low-cost excellence
Mar 28, 2018
Very nice, smooth, floral, even fruity, with a long-lasting burn. It's on my regular list now.
5 out of 5
Easy to like...
Mar 14, 2018
There are many good reasons for this blends popularity. The only way you’ll know is to try a pouch. Easy to get lit, stays lit, burns to the bottom of the bowl, clean ash, mild aroma. A very we’ll balanced English style blend. Probably a good one to try if you’d like an introduction to English style tobacco blends. Last but not least, the price is very attractive. Larger packages would be nice...but then there’s the convenience of a pouch.
5 out of 5
Great tobacco
Mar 12, 2018
I find this tobacco to be one of best for the price. It has a hint of sweetest along
This is one of best tobaccos, it has a very mild flavor. it also has a mild taste of sweetnest that is enjoyable.
being mild and favorable.
5 out of 5
One of the best.
Mar 11, 2018
Slow smoking and great taste. Very satisfying.
5 out of 5
English with restraint.
Mar 10, 2018
Loads/packs well, lights easily, burns well, easy on the tongue, well balanced flavor for an English style tobacco. An easy smoke to the bottom of the bowl, easy pipe clean up afterwards. No bite and my wife says the aroma is nice. Aroma in the pouch is unassuming/pleasant. It has a pretty good nicotine kick too. Very likable stuff. The blends creator has a find sense of balance regarding Latakia percentage...it’s there but not overwhelming. It’s very easy to see why it’s so popular, at these prices it’s a great deal.
3 out of 5
first english
Mar 05, 2018
john bull is the first english that i have smoked the pouch arrived in good shape the tobacco fresh this one lit and burned well only a couple of smokes in to it not sure i care for the latika that in it .
5 out of 5
This is a winner
Mar 01, 2018
I purchased this tobacco as part of a 3 for a buck special. I was super pleased with this tobacco. I was expecting a much more robust English blend but to my surprise it was superbly mild and pleasurable to smoke. This could well be one of my favorites and a type the would be an "every day smoke. I've been away from a pipe for at least 15 years, I am just re-beginning to see what is available since some of the tobaccos I originally smoked are no longer available. This blend will be, no doubt, something which I can enjoy quite often.
4 out of 5
It's OK
Feb 28, 2018
Not a big fan of English blends but still like it.
5 out of 5
A good, mellow and flavorful
Feb 26, 2018
A good, mellow and flavorful tobaco.
5 out of 5
NO Raging Bull Here!!
Feb 16, 2018
This is a very fine English blend that can be smoked all day every day. I enjoy this in the evening after a meal with either coffee or an after dinner cordial. The flavor is a mix of traditional and sweet. The room note is pleasant and can leave a nice sweet lingering effect.
4 out of 5
A nice balanced English blend
Feb 08, 2018
You can puff on this all day and it always provides a nice, not too intense, smoke. Well worth the reasonable price.
5 out of 5
Solid English
Feb 06, 2018
If you enjoy Presbyterian Match but would like a bit more sweetness this is the English for you. I thoroughly enjoy it. It is best paired with a nice French Roast or Guinness Stout.
5 out of 5
Thank You so much!!!
Feb 03, 2018
Shipping was very fast. Very superior in quality. Very nice pipe with accessories. The tobacco is very good and very delicious in taste as well. Thank You so much!!!
5 out of 5
Jho bull pipe tobacco
Feb 01, 2018
This stuff is absolutely delicious. ..one of my every day smokes
5 out of 5
This is Premuim stuff!
Jan 29, 2018
Don’t ever look this tobacco! If you’re all about “brand name” or “premium” tobacco you’ll be missing out. The only way to describe this tobacco is to try it. If you don’t wanna pay full price buy it right now because it’s on sale. I did and man I love this stuff. Extremely unique but flavorful. It reminds me of a summer day at the lake BBQing some steaks and drinking beers. This doesn’t taste like campfire but it tastes like a good smelling grill with some charcoal. I know it’s a weird analogy but you’ll see when you try it.
5 out of 5
WHAT!?
Jan 21, 2018
Well, I never expected a pouch tobacco to be this good. Pouch aroma is like a light Dunhill Nightcap. Taste is not comparable, but its a really nice mellow english blend you could really smoke all day. Room note is nice, tobacco smell with a some campfire smell in there. Being outdoorsy, that is a GOOD thing! The tobacco blend itself is just beautiful in color, blondes, goldens and darks all mixed quite well. Smells great, taste great, room note is great. Burns right down to white ash, and burns very cool.
I'll be buying a few more pouches to cellar, right next to my Nightcap :) I like that the pouch is actually sealed!
Try some if you like english blends, the pouch makes transport simple.
5 out of 5
No Bull It's a Good Smoke
Jan 17, 2018
I find myself constantly going to this for my daily smoke. Not too heavy or powerful for an all day smoke if you like English blends.
5 out of 5
Well Done
Jan 14, 2018
Just getting back to pipes after wandering blindly in cigarette land for fifteen years, P&C offered me a vacation in Europe at a bargain price. Even though the backorder delayed my visit, John Bull was the best of the bunch. Enough smoky Latakia to satisfy, with a wonderful roundedness the burley brings, and a surprise at the price point.
5 out of 5
A Pleasant Surprise
Dec 27, 2017
Returning to my pipes after a couple of decades, I tried JB from the 3-pouch sampler. I'm not sure that I've ever tried an English blend. I was suspicious after the tin/pouch note and absolutely pleasantly surprised. There's nothing that I dislike about this blend. It has turned me on to English. I expected a hot biting smoke. Not so - smooth and cool. It burns well and evenly in the bowl.
4 out of 5
Nice for the price
Dec 21, 2017
Nice for the price
4 out of 5
Good Stuff
Dec 19, 2017
Nice English tobacco
5 out of 5
john bull tobacco
Dec 18, 2017
Received as part of pipe combo offer- Very good, takes me back to other dutch tobaccos. Wish it was available in bulk
5 out of 5
Good tobacco, but not a favorite
Dec 18, 2017
Medal of Honor/Medal of Valor is better. But I'm glad I tried it---it's a very mild English.
4 out of 5
Nice for the price
Dec 15, 2017
Nice for the price
4 out of 5
The John Bull tobacco
Dec 12, 2017
Yes , its Ok but it needs more latakia filtered in it , to be a bit stronger but not
overwhelming .
5 out of 5
Flying Dutchman / Royal Yacht with Coffee
Nov 23, 2017
Wow, reminds me of a cross between the Flying Dutchman and Rayal Yacht I smoked in the late '70s.
I normally start the day with cigar and black coffee; then pipe the rest of the day. I purchased John Bull in the recent P&C Casillero pipe promo. When you've been piping as long as I have, since 1968 at age 13, you often can merely look at a pouch brand and you know it's what you want at that moment, even when you've never smoked the stuff prior. On this Thanksgiving Day, I knew this Bull and its predominance of Latakia would go perfectly with coffee in much the same way as anisette goes with coffee. Think about that a moment. Latakia / anisette, right?
And boy did I call it! Puff and sip, puff and sip... The coffee clears the palette like wine does during dinner. Then you really taste the Bull blend anew with each puff / sip. Really started my Thanksgiving off wonderfully.
4 out of 5
Pleasantly surprised
Nov 12, 2017
I bought this on a super sale.....glad I did. I'm a Hickory Tobacco lover, and John Bull is a pleasant change of pace, a bit more aerobatic and a bit more bite.
3 out of 5
GOOD Blend😊, EXCEPT😳🙄!
Oct 21, 2017
I Got THIS With The EUROPEAN Vacation Pack. I Was DELIGHTFULLY Surprised😳! It's A COOL Smoke With A Nice Flavor😊! HOWEVER🙄, Ol' Uncle John Got TOO "BULLISH" With The LATAKIA😖! He SHOULD Use ONLY 1/4th As MUCH😧! TOO SMOKY😱😖!
5 out of 5
PawBoe and the English
Oct 20, 2017
Wish this came in Bulk!!
3 out of 5
Decent English, in a pinch
Sep 29, 2017
I first discovered John Bull when P&C ran an incredible special promotion featuring three pouches for only $1.00...and free shipping to boot. Too good to pass up, and the other brands included were also new to me (Erin go Bragh, C'est la Vie). JB is a solid choice for those of you, like me, who are on a tighter budget these days. It has a respectable Latakia element although it doesn't develop in the bowl as much as other, more complex Lat blends and it tends to burn rather quickly, even if you're not 'pushing' it. That being said, in a pinch, it is a respectable choice for the English enthusiast.
5 out of 5
All Day English
Sep 27, 2017
I really like this blend. I'm actually a Burley man but sometimes I am in the mood for an English smoke. Lately, I've been turning to John Bull. I would call this a "light" English blend. Hearty enough to satisfy the English craving but mild enough to be smoked all day. Price isn't bad either.
5 out of 5
Like it!!
Sep 23, 2017
Have been looking for an English blend for some time that approximates a blend I smoked years ago from Fader's in Baltimore. John Bull is the closest so far.
5 out of 5
chompy, mellow
Sep 11, 2017
smooth, rich, dark, not too offensive. truly a "well-behaved" taste! my professor loves it too
4 out of 5
Pleasant surprise
Mar 07, 2017
Given the price point I wasn't expecting much. After all usually you get what you pay for. However, this was different for once. I thoroughly enjoyed this English blend. It had just the right amount of Latakia to impress but not overwhelm.
5 out of 5
english
Jan 31, 2017
good natural taste
5 out of 5
A must try
Jan 17, 2017
This is a mild-medium Latakia blend that you can smoke all day without that Latakia bomb effect. Probably helps that there is no perique or oriental. And the price is a plus.
4 out of 5
Smoother English Blend and the price is right
Jan 04, 2017
I'm an old Balkin/English blend smoker but lately my go to blends have been tasting like " Latakia Bombs". John Bull is lighter and smoother without being bland. Might be the fact there is no perique and burley has been added plus less latakia. Recommended!
4 out of 5
Smooth smoke
Dec 18, 2016
Very smooth smoke. Will purchase again.
4 out of 5
happy again
Dec 16, 2016
John bull is a very good english style tobacco. Mellow, cool change of pace from some of the other english blends I smoke. Will order again.
2 out of 5
Taste not anything like described.
Dec 10, 2016
I bought this pouch of pipe tobacco over a year ago with the John Bull (2-fer)cigar combo due to the description of its flavor characteristics and after trying it a few times, I just don't get anything but a strong rubber tire flavor. I even tried to put some of it into a milder tobacco to give it a little flavor... Its way too overpowering. The cigars flavor however is just ok, lacking really.
5 out of 5
John Bull Royal English in a pouch
Dec 07, 2016
I had smoked alot of frog morton on the bayou but i believe this john bull is a much better tobacco i like the creamyness but it does burn hoter.
5 out of 5
john bull checks all the boxes
Nov 30, 2016
perfect English blend what with the earthy mossy aroma and taste. comes packed tight in the pouch. this blend rocks for all day enjoyment. no harshness near the end of bowl. just good smoke
2 out of 5
Haven't found what i'm looking for....Yet!
Nov 18, 2016
I didn't care much for this tobacco,I found it to smoke dry.I gave it a try,but just not what i'm looking for.
4 out of 5
My favorite....
Nov 06, 2016
I've only been smoking a pipe for a few years so I have limited experience and have pretty unsophisticated tastes but this is my favorite tobacco.
I smoke it in the evening with my arthritis medication (2 fingers of Bourbon) and keep a couple of months worth on hand for the occasional shortages.
3 out of 5
Decent English blend
Oct 31, 2016
Not bad. It's best enjoyed in a briar that smokes cool. Not good with delayed gratification. Far to ashtray like. Decent. Won't buy more.
5 out of 5
Give this bull a ride!
Oct 20, 2016
Another winner for English lovers.For the price of this pouch you get a lot of value for your money.Nice and smooth smoke that has zero bite.All favors shine thru with a terrific balance.Smoked in a cob is a great way to go,didn't burn hot at all.For the price you won't find a better english blend.
4 out of 5
nice tobacco
Oct 12, 2016
very good
5 out of 5
Delicate Seasoning
Sep 09, 2016
JB is my last smoke of the day. Very settling like a fine wine. Seasoned delicately with just enough of a bit of latakia to not be so overwhelming.
5 out of 5
john bull
Sep 03, 2016
i enjoyed it very much.it was really smooth.and very aeromatic
1 out of 5
wasn't for me
Aug 10, 2016
wasn't for me
5 out of 5
Very Nice Light English
Jul 26, 2016
This is a nice change of pace from the heavier Latakia blends. Smooth all the way to a fine grey ash. Would buy again to keep in the rotation when wanting a lighter Latakia smoke.
5 out of 5
Worth the wait
Jul 18, 2016
Found this tobacco as part of a multi pack deal. Bought more then it was discontinued. Waited patiently and it came back
5 out of 5
Try it, you'll Like It!
Jul 13, 2016
The very first thing one will notice about this extraordinary tobacco is the “tin” note. With the Virginia and bit of Latakia, it definitely smells like a toned down smokey, leathery Dunhill Nightcap, which is enticing. The second thing one will see is that it is a beautifully colored tobacco; light and airy, with a very very fine ribbon cut, and perfect moisture content. All this makes this lovely blend very easy to pack and keep coolly lit, with a central smoldering ember. Even if well tamped, it maintains a pleasant, extremely flavorful and deeply satisfying, easy draw. It is not at all harsh and there is no tongue bite, even if you tend to chug hard. The natural sweetness from the Virginia leaf and touch of toasted Cavendish, with that bit of Latakia, awaits the wise person who decides to give this outstanding pouched tobacco a try.
4 out of 5
Definitely Worth A Try
Jul 13, 2016
For a tobacco that is sold in a pouch I think John Bull is an excellent tobacco. The label has British like terms and touts it as "A Royal English," and "A Proper English," and those may be slight overstatements. Yet, there is not a lot of detectable flavorings in this except a very small amount of Latakia, and a bit of what seems like toasted Cavendish. So, at least from my understanding its not an aromatic. There is a lot to like about this tobacco. It packs and smokes easily and cool, with a good draw, and is flavorful and satisfying, with a nice room note. This is definitely worth a try. Get yourself a pouch or two and give it a go. You may well be glad you did.
5 out of 5
Wife not a fan.
Jul 11, 2016
John Bull is a nice smoking tobacco that I will buy again, however, the wife wasn't a fan. I usually smoke this when I'm alone.
5 out of 5
Loved it.
Jun 04, 2016
Loved it. Too bad it's no longer available. Great English tobacco.
5 out of 5
Excellent
Mar 30, 2016
Loved it. Affordable and tasty. It's a gentle English; but, give it a try! I will reorder this tobacco.
5 out of 5
Excellent Blend
Oct 31, 2015
Love this tobacco. Can't seem to smoke enough of it. LOL
5 out of 5
One of my Favorites
Oct 12, 2015
An excellent tobacco. Very smooth and fragrant. This is my late evening choice.
5 out of 5
Amazing!
Oct 07, 2015
Very smooth even when inhaling! Superbly priced!
5 out of 5
John Bull
Sep 20, 2015
I have just smoked one bowl of it, but I'm enjoying it greatly. Nice blend stays lit for me better than others blends I've tried.
5 out of 5
A nice smoke
Sep 10, 2015
Primarily a cavendish smoker, but sometimes you just need a change. Experimented with a couple English blends and settled on John Bull. It's a nice smoke, not heavy or overbearing and there is just enough Latakia in it to make it interesting.
5 out of 5
John Bull pipe tobacco is
Aug 28, 2015
John Bull pipe tobacco is a very nice blend that for me has a little of everything in flavor, quality and price, in my opinion it is an all day pipe tobacco to be savored and at the price is a no brainer.
5 out of 5
Always pleased
Aug 20, 2015
I have always gotten great service and good products from P&C.
5 out of 5
very nice tobacco
Aug 13, 2015
i got the sampler. came in the mail this morning got home from work wife had it on the coffee table waiting for me. the pipe i got was a full bent looks and smoked great. the tool all ready had one but 2 is even better. the tobacco. never had an english blend before im use aeromatics i really like aeromatics my wife loves then especially the vanilla custered that p&c has. but when i lit up my first bowl of john bull loved it. right away i could taste the spiciness. strong after smell like someone said in here but all around a very good tobacco. will be buying more of it for my rotation.
Customer Testimonials
I bought the Latakia Lovers Staff Sampler and John Bull was my second bowl of the group. I was curious on whether not a pouch tobacco could capture my taste buds.... well..... It is a very good English Latakia tobacco. I was pleasantly surprised and I will keep some John Bull in my rotation.
RG of Tupelo, MS
I'd give John Bull a 7 out of 10. Latakia is on the light side for me but still an enjoyable smoke. At less than $5 a pouch, an outstanding deal. John Bull is easily the best pouch tobacco I've tried so far. If you are not a fan of aromatics but want a pouch of tobacco to throw in a bag, John Bull fits the bill nicely. I plan on taking a pouch of John Bull with me to Sturgis this year. When touring on a motorcycle; space is at a premium. I can leave my mason jars of Mississippi River and other blends at home (the jars take up a lot of saddle bag room). A pouch of John Bull in my vest pocket will provide me a fine smoke in a portable package. A much better option than buying an overpriced pouch of aromatic tobacco from a gas station when I get to South Dakota.
JW of Hazelton, ID
I strongly agree with a previous review, pouch note smelled like peppered sausage.
This was my first experience with English style tobacco. I will probably stick with aromatics because the ladies like them. It was pleasant though.
JH of Traverse City, MI
I got this tobacco in the IPSD set I picked up and absolutely love it. I have not smoked a great many tobaccos but this one is my favorite to date. I will definitely smoke more of this in the years to come!
RS of Arlington, VA
OK...Seriously what is up with this tobacco? I am not a fan of pouch tobaccos to begin with but for some reason picked this up and it seriously impressed me! The smell of the pouch is delicious, the flavor is full and well balanced, the room note is mildly aromatic, the burn is steady and cool and even the freaken ghosting on my pipe was awesome! I still can't believe I am saying this, but I am buying some more...uhmmm, a few more!
RD of Sun Valley, CA
I got this in the great sampler I bought here and it easily compares with the other English I have had. The pouch was fresh!
DG of Trenton, NJ
Great blend, no bite. Ready to smoke out of the pouch. Add a little "blending latakia" to it for the perfect tweak.
AR of Clearwater, SC
Mild, mild, mild. Taste and strength. Excellent flavor but I'd like a bit more. Good introduction to the English blends without being overpowered.
JN of Melvin, MI
Good blend. Very different spice wise then im use to, but in a good way. Good smoking but strong after smell
AG of saint albans, VT
I recently saw this tobacco was buy one pouch, get one free so I figured I would give it a try. Being a relatively new pipe smoker, this was my first English blend. If other English's are as good and as cheap as this one, I will buy nothing but for now on.
BK of Etters, PA
Very light english blend. Faint trace of latakia. Not bad for an OTC blend, but a bit too mild for my taste. I mixed it with C&D 412 Billy Budd in a glass mason jar to pick it up a notch or two.
MB of Rensselaer, NY
This was my first Latakia blend. The initial smell out of the package made me think that I had purchased some peppered sausage. I'm not sure if this is typical for heavy Latakia blends, but that was what I got from it. Eventually I tried it out and got a wonderful sweet, chocolatey taste with just a hint of spice at the end of the puff. Tasted great with a strong, but nice after taste. Didn't necessarily leave me smelling nice though. The next few times I tried it it was either love it or hate it. I suppose that for my first Latakia tobacco it was good. Would probably buy it again.
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