Peter Stokkebye No. 52 Proper English has become a staple for Latakia lovers everywhere. This medium-bodied blend has plenty of Cyprian Latakia supported by fine bright Virginias and exotic Orientals. Remarkably rich and fragrant, it's also amazingly smooth and cool-smoking. Without any Burleuy or Cavendish added, this is truly a Proper English blend.
Proper English should be a staple in any Latakia lovers collection. Proper English was a favorite of mine from the start, it was marketed under another name via a chain store. Proper English always satisfies.
4 out of 5
Nice English Tobacco
Dec 17, 2019
Nice smoke for something I never tried before
4 out of 5
Excellent flavor
Nov 11, 2019
From beginning to end this blend is great, especially the last half of the bowl.
4 out of 5
Everything you expect.
Nov 10, 2019
Great blend . Not aromatic but a bit sweet and plenty of smoke. Latakia makes it just right for an everyday smoke.
5 out of 5
Peter Stokkebye 52 Proper English
Sep 16, 2019
Excellent pipe tobacco, Smooth, tasty, relaxing time while I smoke my pipe.
As good as I expected. It is a new experience for me. Thank you. MPH
5 out of 5
Excellent English
Aug 28, 2019
Not as full as I might like but tasty. Burns cool and completely and good any time of day.
5 out of 5
Work's for me !
Aug 27, 2019
I'm glad that I found this tobacco. Bought a 1 lb bag on a whim, and it has easily become one the my "go to" blends. This stuff work's for me, but I'm becoming partial to latakia.
5 out of 5
A perfect balance.
Aug 23, 2019
WOW... This is a great smoking tobacco ! I've only been smoking for 3 years, and have been swept away by the English style tobaccos that have a good latakia flavor. This has easily become one of my preferred tobaccos. If you've never tried an English, this would be a good place to start.
5 out of 5
Buy a pound...or 2...
Aug 05, 2019
Suitable replacement for Balkan Sasieni to my palate. Loving this blend. Very flavorful, but mellow enough for an all-day smoke.
Delicious.
5 out of 5
Best tobacco ever
Jul 18, 2019
This is the most delicious tobacco I have ever smoked. Its smell is reminiscent of an expensive scotch and its taste is incomparable. Worth every penny
5 out of 5
Peter Stokkebye 52 Proper English
May 10, 2019
One word . . . . .PERFECT!!
5 out of 5
Get ready!
Apr 28, 2019
Other English blends cost more, they're very slightly better, true, but only minimally. Seriously, try it, then buy a lot of it to stock back. After minimal celler-ing, just a bit, it really exceeds the higher cost options!
4 out of 5
A staple in my rotation
Apr 22, 2019
Nice and proper English blend
5 out of 5
Great English
Apr 21, 2019
This is a very good tobacco!
5 out of 5
A great English trim
Mar 28, 2019
This is the latakia English blend you want, all round!
5 out of 5
Proper english
Mar 12, 2019
If my tastes and imagination and experimentation were not in play, I could probably accept this blend as an all day smoke, and enjoy it. A nice medium english.
5 out of 5
Great all day smoke.
Feb 24, 2019
Very good all day smoke as others have mentioned. If you’re looking to try an English blend this is a good blend to try as a first English.
3 out of 5
Proper English
Feb 14, 2019
Tastes as described, a very nice smoke and a good buy for the indecisive moments where I just wanna smoke a pipe. My only gripe is that it showed up quite dry.
3 out of 5
There are better english blends
Feb 13, 2019
Not bad, can be smoked often. To weak for my taste, not enough character. If you are a novice english blend piper you may appreciate this blend.
4 out of 5
Good balance
Jan 31, 2019
I smoke this blend everyday for I found no other that comes close to the original BOND STREET which in the 1960's and 70's was a great blend. Any make over copies of Bond Street is far from the mark. .
4 out of 5
mild
Jan 09, 2019
could be stronger
5 out of 5
Awesome English Blend
Jan 06, 2019
This is my favorite English Blend. Great all day smoke. The only blend I've found to replace Dunhill's Early Morning Pipe.
5 out of 5
very high quality
Dec 15, 2018
Burns evenly...little bite.
3 out of 5
very mild smoke
Dec 07, 2018
weak on flavor
5 out of 5
Great Replacement for EMP
Nov 24, 2018
Proper English is the only tobacco I've found to replace my dearly departed Dunhill EMP. The Sutliff Match Early Morning doesn't even come close. Proper English a great smoke all day. To me it tastes, smells and looks like EMP.
5 out of 5
Always a great tobacco
Nov 21, 2018
Lighter that SQUANDERED Leader , Stronger then Early Morning Pipe. Same as luxury English except with no Burley added. All that makes it a great morning smoke with coffee.
4 out of 5
Mild and enjoyable, awesome smell.
Sep 23, 2018
My go to for the last 25 years has been English oriental supreme, but I thought I would give a couple other English style tobaccos a try with my order. I found Proper English a little light for my taste, it was light, mildly sweet, and mildly pleasant tasting, but I do tend to like a more robust flavor. The aroma was amazing to me, probably the best room note I have experienced with a pipe tobacco. Admittedly, I am a burley guy, and this blend doesn't have burley in it. It might be worth tinkering with this one, to add enough burley to get more of the taste I like, while keeping as much of the aroma of this one as in tact as possible. It'll be fun to play with to see if I can find the right mix.
5 out of 5
PS Proper English
Sep 21, 2018
I like Virginia based blends, Orientals, and all things Latakia. This stuff is special. I have many English blends from HGL to Pirate Kake and PS 52 has pushed them all to the back of the line. Simply delicious
5 out of 5
Love it!
May 29, 2018
I love this latakia blend for everyday smoking.
5 out of 5
Great service.
May 01, 2018
Arrived on time, well packaged and in good condition. The tobacco was a bit wet still, but no more than usual.
5 out of 5
This is it for me
Apr 15, 2018
My search is over. 52 Proper English is milder than other "English" blends I've tried. More flavorful than any Va/Per. Love the room note. The note has just a hint of spice to it. I actually walked in and out of the room several times after the bowl to smell the effect. It burned very well once going, but took more than one relight after char. I enjoyed it so much that I had zero dottle, which I've never been able to say after sampling several dozen other blends. It burned fairly cool, and didn't gurgle in my Peterson. I found this blend to have zero bite, and absolutely no resemblance to cigarette smoke. Knowing my first order will go quickly, i plan on buying a pound, post haste. I liked it so much that I'm actually writing a review!
5 out of 5
Different
Apr 04, 2018
It's a cross between an english blend and aromatic. I like it but not enough to buy a pound. Certainly worth a try.
1 out of 5
I wasn't a fan of this tobacco!
Mar 01, 2018
I would not recommend this tobacco blend to anyone who roles their own cigarettes. Not only did it have a bad smell it tastes awful! Bought two pounds and had to throw it away. Truly a waste of money!
3 out of 5
OK, but very mild
Feb 23, 2018
Very mild, probably too much Virginian for my taste.
5 out of 5
PS Proper English
Jan 19, 2018
A very good mildish English blend, and my all day smoke. Good amount of Latika, but not a Lat Bomb. Highly recommend this blend.
5 out of 5
This is it
Sep 14, 2017
I can now stop looking for the best English tobacco, this is it.
2 out of 5
Solid English flavor, just not for me.
Jul 14, 2017
Heavy smoke flavor that blends well with the Peter Stokkebye #701 Virginia but otherwise a bit too heavy for me. Will try a blend lighter in Latakia next time.
5 out of 5
First order of 52 but not my last!
Mar 09, 2017
First time ordering 52 Proper English really enjoyed it had a nice taste to it.
4 out of 5
Amateur Review
Feb 18, 2017
A pretty decent English-style smoke. Doesn't have the "oomph" of Nightcap, and seems a bit lighter than London Mix. In my experience, keep this stuff damp, if it starts getting dry the flavour just vanishes. Yes, it is a pretty good smoke. The price doesn't hurt, either.
5 out of 5
My first favorite English blend tobacco
Dec 22, 2016
I'm new on the scene with non-aromatic, so my opinion may not carry much weight, but I think this is a great smoke. Strong enough to keep my attention, and smooth enough to be a regular. Wonderful room note.
5 out of 5
Very Good!
Oct 19, 2016
Amazing blend. Very strong English. A stronger version of Dunhill Nightcap with a unique taste..
2 out of 5
Poor aroma
Oct 03, 2016
Did not like this blend at all. Too much tongue bit and a disagreeable aroma. The tobacco was fresh, but my least favorite.
5 out of 5
Proper English
Sep 23, 2016
English Blends are my favorite smoke. Peter Stokkebye is one of my go to smokes. Great smoke at a great price.
5 out of 5
This really is the Proper way to enjoy English.
Sep 23, 2016
Of the three P.S. bulk blends I purchased... Proper English is the most traditional of them all. Open the shipping box and you already know you are in for a Lat treat. Great blend as a first or last pipe of the day. The blend supports itself throughout the bowl, its not singular by any means and brings great enjoyment from the char light to the last puff. It leaves a nice aftertaste that reminds you that you just had a great English smoke. Two thumbs up.
5 out of 5
Great Blend
Sep 20, 2016
Nice blend of tobaccos and the latakia comes thru just right.
4 out of 5
Great to Use as a Blend
Sep 17, 2016
Exceptional aroma without selling itself as a true aromatic. When smoked straight, though, it's a bit "hot" on the tongue. I blend it with the much milder Peter Stokkebye Optimum, to add the unique aroma. Cut it in about 4:1 ratio. (4 parts Optimum, 1 part Proper English). Best "aromatic" mild blend I've discovered and it will now be my blend going forward.
5 out of 5
A Must Try English
Aug 26, 2016
Great smooth smoke with just enough bite to remind you that you are smoking English. Latakia not over the top. A very well rounded balance. Wouldn't change a thing. Have a glass of whiskey with it and there is no way you will give less than a 5 star review.
5 out of 5
Great smoke but....
Aug 17, 2016
....but now I'm confused. Stokkebye English Lusury has been my go to smoke since I first tried it from P&C. I like the English blend so I thought I'd try PS52 Proper and now I can't decide which one I like better. I'll just have to keep both in stock
5 out of 5
Peter Stokkebeye 52 Proper English
Jul 09, 2016
I really like the smell & flavor of the tobacco that is why I now have 8oz on hand. Great from the first put to the bottom of the bowl. Lee
3 out of 5
Poor substitute
Jun 21, 2016
I have been smoking Peter Stokkebye Black Currant Cavendish for years but it was discontinued. This is a poor substitute and I will not be rebuying.
5 out of 5
Pleasant British blend
May 02, 2016
As a long-time lover of British blends, I find this to be a pleasant and enjoyable smoke.
4 out of 5
Acceptable English
Apr 23, 2016
The tobacco was a little dry out of the package but added 2 button humidifiers to moisten. Ncecesary because I tend to puff fast. Medium strength, smoked cool even for me. Smoked 2 times/day w/no bite. Smoked in large egg shaped bent & medium Rhodesian. Was told the aroma in my cave was not unpleasant. Will try a 2nd lb.
5 out of 5
Good smoke
Mar 27, 2016
As good as Fox n Hound, with a mellow taste.
4 out of 5
Dunhill-esque
Mar 25, 2016
It closely approaches the qualities of a Dunhill (much more than English Oriental Supreme, also by Stokkebye). Considering the price, quite attractive!
5 out of 5
Great blend
Mar 20, 2016
Great Balkan style blend. My go to blend along with mm965. In my opinion a bit more on the mild side but still with great flavor and no tongue bite.
5 out of 5
Proper English
Feb 21, 2016
Proper English is my favorite tobacco blend. My local tobacco shop here in Dallas cannot keep a steady supply. Your service shipped my order promptly. I look forward to ordering more in the future.
5 out of 5
Perfectly Proper English
Feb 16, 2016
The Peter Stokkebye 52 Proper English is the perfect smoke for me. I appreciate the folks at Pipes and Cigars for their swift service and top-shelf tobacco. Five stars!
5 out of 5
A little goes a long way!
Jan 02, 2016
A very good rich blend. Beware, it isn't for the light hearted!
5 out of 5
Great Value and Fabulous Blend Combination
Dec 23, 2015
If you enjoy the taste of naturally flavored English/Balkan tobacco blends, especially those with a fair amount of Latakia in the mix, then you'll probably really like this one. It is my everyday, all day smoke (usually 5 to 6 pipes). When I first came across this blend I didn't know it was one of Peter Stokkebye's, which is a good thing because I was not prejudiced against it, and was pleasantly surprised when I learned it was.
Another great reason to consider this blend, especially when you find you really enjoy it so much, is the price per pound. Are there other blends, perhaps more complex or slightly more favorable on the market? Sure there are, and I indulge myself from time to time in them; but the cost to value factor is too much of a disparity to supplant Proper English as my "go-to" blend on a daily basis.
5 out of 5
Fast shipping
Dec 23, 2015
Great service. Thanks!
5 out of 5
Peter Stokkebye 52 Proper English
Dec 06, 2015
This is my favorite English blend. It is consistent from top to bottom. If I smoke a bowl in the house though, the wife says she "thought the house was on fire"....I have some aromatics to please her, but this one is strictly for me.
5 out of 5
Perfect indeed
Nov 14, 2015
The smoky and exotic fragrance hits you as soon as you open the bag. Smokes cool, very unctuous and smooth. Just the perfect amount of Latakia balanced with the orientals that give the flavor profile of a great English blend. This is my go to from morning till the wee hours.
4 out of 5
Props
Oct 26, 2015
A good everyday smoke.
5 out of 5
Good smoke
Oct 15, 2015
This is a nice moderate to mild English blend that has a nice fragrant almost floral scent to it, I'm guessing due to the Orientals that are in the blend. All around great smoke that I enjoy with a nice cup of tea.
5 out of 5
My Favorite Latakia Blend
Sep 22, 2015
Not much to say that hasn't been said in the other reviews. I've tried a number of Latakia blends, but this is my go to.
5 out of 5
PS Smoke Signals
Sep 18, 2015
An excellent full flavor tobacco with latakia that is not overpowering and is supported by the Virginias and provides a nice billow of smoke without a lot of effort due to my choo choo train smoking style. Not to experienced with English blends due to my enjoyment of VA/per flakes and coins but this tobacco blend seems to hit those taste buds without any discerning hits, smooth is the word regarding this blend. I feel like a true pipe smoker when my pipe is filled with this blend, smoke billowing from the bowl, smoke rings are the norm, and flowing from my nostrils, when I smoke this one and it burns nice in all of my pipes...the only pipe I dedicate to certain tobacco is my meer for the VA/pers I truly favor. However, the room note is not a favorite with my wife but she doesn't smoke any of my pipes and I don't do aromatics...I tried but I like my tobacco's like my coffee roasts, full flavored. An excellent purchase and will buy again.
5 out of 5
One of My Favorites
Sep 17, 2015
This is a very good English blend! Personally, too much Latakia for me. But the Latakia and Orientals are put together nicely. If you like English blends, you should try this one
5 out of 5
Proper English is a keeper!
Sep 14, 2015
I ordered four ounces of Proper English during P&C customer appreciation week. Based on thd reviews and my experiencd with PS flake tobacco, I figured it was worth chancing. The tobacco was very smokey smelling and came in a fine ribbon cut of blacks, light and dark browns. I loaded up my Nording unfinished freehand, a nice big bowl, and lit up. The pre-light smell and after light taste reminded md of PS Balkan Supreme. The tobacco lights and stays lit. The tobacco provided voluminous smoke. I love tobaccos that provide creamy thick smoke and not just wispy smoke. I want a smoke screen! And it provided. For the taste and price, PS #52 Proper English is a keeper. Thanks to other reviews for the high reccommendation. .
5 out of 5
Hmmmm good
Aug 12, 2015
Great smoke if you like English blends as I do. Nice price, great taste, my wife says good room note....I am going to buy again
5 out of 5
2ND. BEHIND PS ENGLISH LUXURY
Aug 09, 2015
This is a nice, relaxing smoke,.....but.... I spent about a month deciding which I liked better, English Luxury or Proper English. When the jury returned, it ruled in favor of English Luxury. For me the Burley and Cavendish in the Luxury seemed to give a smoother, tastier smoke. If the Proper English had more Virginia, that might have made up the deficit. Then again, when I want Virginia...I want VIRGINIA! Such as PS Luxury Twist Flake. (I just wish P&C would order 4 or 5 times as much of the Twist Flake as they do, so they could keep it in stock.) All things considered, I did enjoy the Proper English blend and I will order it again, but I rate it 2nd. best.
5 out of 5
A Fine All Day Everyday Smoke
Aug 08, 2015
I consider this the quintessential English blend, An even consistent smoke that wears well from morning to night. Not necessary to addend the "for the price" which is very reasonable. Would be an excellent smoke at any price.
Customer Testimonials
Very nice! I can actually taste the Latakia. My wife stuck her head in the door and asked what I was smoking. She liked the aroma and said it wasn't "heavy" and didn't smother her like some tobaccos. Believe me when I say that is a real compliment.
JB of Seguin, TX
My first English blend. i was intimidated by the latakia as it was so different from what i was used to (aros). Wow. i can now say that i did not really know what a cool smoke was until now. I get it now! this is stuff is fairly light, super cool, stays list and quite pleasant! This is/was my gateway to the English blend world. Flavorful, cool, pleasant.
JB of lakeside, IA
The last time I smoked a true English tobacco was 1986. I purchased a pipe and tobacco in Hong Kong at the Royal China Fleet Club. I numbed my lips and tounge. It was a far cry from what I was smoking Captian Black Gold.
Today was the second time I smoked a true English. Let me say this is a man's smoke. Nice and mild if you don't puff fast and hard. It satisfies immediately. At the tail end you will taste the sweet Virgina , but the Oriental is most prominent.
I highly recommend PS PE if you want a substantial robust smoke.
JR of Montevallo, AL
This is my favorite everyday blend. Wonderful taste and room note. A bowl of PE lasts a long time, burns relatively cool, and leaves nothing but fine grey ash. Highly recommend!
DS of Orlando, FL
Another great blend from Peter Stokkebye. This blend captures the flavor and essence of Dunhill's My Mixture 965 very well at a more affordable cost to you as the consumer. Highly recommended!
TB of Morgantown, WV
I ordered this mix based on the recommendation of the customer service agent. I informed her that I am a big fan of English mixes and was looking for an all day smoke. She then said that this would be the best bet. I couldn't agree more. PS has my top two favourite mixes. This is now my primary smoke, followed by English Oriental Supreme for dessert.
JH of Neenah, WI
One of my favorite blends ever. I always keep a pound of it around. If you like Latakia then you will love this blend. Tasty, smooth, and ages well.
JW of Pasadena, CA
I just recently bought a pound of this based off the reviews as it sounded something like I would enjoy. I am glad I did or I'd be handing it out to friends. It's really nice cool smoke. No bite. Nice room note. Will def by again once my pound is gone....
AD of Atlanta, GA
I've been a long time fan of Dunhill London Mix, and this is as close as I've found to it in a bulk tobacco.. It seems to have a bit more Latakia, which is all the better to me. The flavor is rich, with little to no bite. This will definitely be my primary English blend now.
RB of Steele, AL
Ordered 5lbs. Will always keep this around. One of my favorites.
JB of Santa Monica, CA
Peter Stokkebye 52 Proper English is a blend that has enough Latakia to end up on my list of favorite tobaccos. It burns great and has a good taste. This is a blend that I will keep purchasing as I do not want to run out of.
TA of Mulberry, KS
Very nice tobacco, mild and cool smoke! Has a very distinct room note! No problems with lighting and burns to the bottom of the bowl! Reminds me of EMP and John Bull but milder! Will keep some of this around!
JK of San Bernardino, CA
I AM A HUGE FAN OF PETER STOKKEBYE - PROPER ENGLISH IS NOW ONE OF MY TOP 11 FAVORITES - LATAKIA IS ONE
OF MY FAVORITE TOBACCOS AND PS PE CONTAINS A LOT OF IT - RICH FLAVOR - FULL FULL BODY - IT'S A VERY
SMOOTH SMOKE - LOVE THE TASTE AND ROOM NOTE AS WELL. IF YOU SKEW TO ENGLISH BLENDS - PROPER
ENGLISH IS A KEEPER - IT'S IN THE TOP 14 OF MY FAVORITES - AS I SIT IN MY OFFICE - LOOKING OUT TWO LARGE
WINDOWS ON A BEAUTIFUL DAY - I WILL BE FILLING MY PIPE BOWL WITH SOME PE AND ENJOYING A LATE
AFTERNOON SMOKE. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR AMERICAN MILITARY WORLD WIDE!!
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