Velvet is an American classic, made from ripe Kentucky Burley with a pleasant sweet note. It's a simple, uncomplicated pipe tobacco with a mellow flavor and aroma that will transport you back to the "good old days." If you have your pipe going for good part of the day, Velvet is a great choice - easy on the tongue and palate.
Top notch codger blend. Not too sweet. Just right any time of the day.
5 out of 5
Good flavor and burns good
Feb 03, 2023
Good flavor and burns good
5 out of 5
Nothing like that “Licorice Aroma!!”
Jan 24, 2023
I remember trying Velvet back when I first started smoking pipes. I really liked it ! I loved the aroma and the taste was to me at least the same witch I really liked then as I started to explore other blends also but I’ve always loved to have velvet in my rotation. Nothing like that “Licorice” aroma !!
5 out of 5
A great old time smoke
Jan 20, 2023
Smith all day smoke. Np tongue bite. Economical. Pleasant aroma.
5 out of 5
Velvet tobacco
Dec 28, 2022
Excellent fairly mild smoke.
5 out of 5
My favorite codger blend.
Dec 23, 2022
My favorite codger blend.
5 out of 5
Bringing back a past good memory!
Dec 20, 2022
When I decided to take up a pipe vs cigars for those rare have a drink, have a smoke nights, or, to keep me mellow at the Station, (I rarely smoke, but a few times a year), I chose to get a pouch of Velvet, for it's familiarity. I was born in 81. And can remember quite fondly the smell of Velvet. Rather it be Dad, with a MM Cob or a Dr G, or, be my late Grand Uncle, a farmer and sulky race horse trainer, and Dr G pipes, I always remembered them with the old school 2 Oz Hermetically Sealed foil pouch of Velvet. They both smoked Velvet after their prior favorites dissappeared from the market. Dad was a George Washington fan. Uncle Welly, loved his Douwe Egbert's AMPHORA. I got the MM Legend kinda broke in now. Dad saw it in my coat pocket. He hadn't smoked apipe in 20 years now give or take, having gone to Rooster, then Grizzly now Kayak chew. But he asked for my pipe, the pouch, smelled it, then said, this is how you pack it!! Lol. He filled it up, then I reached for my Bic lighter, he waived me off, grabbed a wooden match, said, this is how you do it! Yes, a Wooden Match DID impact the flavor for sure. He took a few big puffs, said it tasted pretty much the same. He handed it back. I relit with wooden match. Very much more enjoyable.
When I first got it, it was kinda gummy. Had to be relit allot. But after a few weeks since unsealing the pouch, and a couple pipes of it, it does seem bit better not gummy, and smell in pouch has gotten bit stronger. Very nice. Wife and several friends hint cherry notes. Slight bit like fig newton and cherry to me. I might get a can of this in future and jar it. Maybe even do a jar as a blend with Half and Half. That was Dad's long time Alternate. Velvet not sold here on Rez. Glad to find it available through P&C. Shipping was quick, and very well packaged, 2 pipes, MM Legend bent, and Ozark Maple Straight with the Velvet pouch and 1 Oz Lain 1Q which I finally tried last night in the Ozark. Will review soon.
5 out of 5
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Dec 17, 2022
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4 out of 5
Don't even have to think
Nov 10, 2022
Don't even have to think about it. Smooth
4 out of 5
The Danish company that bought
Oct 17, 2022
The Danish company that bought Velvet didn't ruin it completely, but Velvet was a far greater pleasure for me when I last smoked it 30 years ago, when it had no top note.
5 out of 5
This is a really nice
Sep 25, 2022
This is a really nice "like gramps smoked" sort of pipe tobacco. It has a great flavor and aroma and could easily tie with Cartel Hall in this category. I will definitely get this one again.
5 out of 5
Great blend
Aug 13, 2022
My favorite codger blend. This blend is delicious! I highly recommend this blend.
5 out of 5
It's great!
Jul 13, 2022
It's great!
5 out of 5
Loved it!
Jun 09, 2022
Smooth taste. Wonderful flavor. Pleasant aroma.
4 out of 5
A great everyday smoke
Jun 01, 2022
Burley, The light form of it. A light, light cherry molasses topping and maybe some rum. Little nicotine so puff away , long burning ,easy to pack and light. The best of the otc in my opinion. Easy on the tounge.
4 out of 5
It’s velvet
May 23, 2022
It is what it is. Velvet an old classic
5 out of 5
Got Just What I Ordered
May 07, 2022
Got Just What I Ordered At Times When It Wasn’t Available Anywhere Else. Great Job👌
4 out of 5
Pleasantly Bitter
Apr 30, 2022
This is a pretty good mild tobacco. This is a run-of-the-mill, pleasant, take-anywhere smoke. It is not sweet to me. It has a slight bitter smell and taste - not girlie, but manly - like a good IPA.
5 out of 5
A great smoke with good
Apr 28, 2022
A great smoke with good flavor without being overpowering. Nice and smooth. Burns evenly and long. There's a good reason why Velvet has been so popular for so long. You can't beat the price either.
5 out of 5
It's for a friend for
Apr 21, 2022
It's for a friend for who buy tobacco. He loves it and it is easy for him to use the pouches since he really only has the use of one hand.
5 out of 5
Velvet has always been my
Apr 15, 2022
Velvet has always been my favorite
5 out of 5
So far I have enjoyed
Apr 02, 2022
So far I have enjoyed my first pouch. It is smooth with a great aroma. I will get more.
5 out of 5
Favorite pipe tobacco!
Mar 20, 2022
Love Velvet, great old school pipe tobacco, very smooth!
3 out of 5
it is what it is
Mar 07, 2022
ehh not a big fan of the topping
5 out of 5
a very enjoyable smoke
Mar 01, 2022
Mild sweet taste with a ice aroma
5 out of 5
I am enjoying the Velvet
Feb 23, 2022
I am enjoying the Velvet pipe tobacco. The pipe tobacco burns well and tastes fine. I detected a hint of vanilla in the aroma of the tobacco. I would buy Velvet pipe tobacco again.
5 out of 5
More Burley Less Top Note
Feb 08, 2022
Great Burley with a subtle cherry liquor top note. Since STG took this one over, the top note has been made more subtle. The Burley is nice and flavorful and burns and packs well. The old Velvet could also be rolled into a cigarette paper, but this stuff onlly works in a pipe. I have dedicated a large cob to this tobacco and it is sublime.
5 out of 5
excellent smoking tabaco
Feb 07, 2022
smooth and satisfying
4 out of 5
Decent
Feb 01, 2022
Decent. Has a distinct flavor and it has grown on me but its still too much for an all day smoke for me. I think i will finish the pouch but i wont be buying more. nice to try
4 out of 5
Very nice! Doesn't have to
Jan 18, 2022
Very nice! Doesn't have to be expensive to be flavorful and pleasant. I'll be reordering this from time to time.
5 out of 5
Fresh, smooth
Dec 23, 2021
Fresh, smooth
5 out of 5
The new size makes it
Dec 14, 2021
The new size makes it easier to store.
5 out of 5
OTC
Dec 10, 2021
stll the same as I remenber it smooth and good for working around the yard smoking this blend for over yrears off and on.
5 out of 5
Smooth as velvet
Dec 03, 2021
I started smoking a pipe when I was around 15 years old and I've smoked one on and off for a lot of years, as I get older I find myself returning to what I smoked in my youth, and velvet was my favorite from back when. It came in a flip top tin and tasted like apples and good tobacco. Now when I smoke it, I still get a hint of apple but I find something more that I can't describe. It's smooth and easy to smoke and offers no bite at all. If you like a good burley then this is the one. I started on it and I'll likely finish this race with it.
4 out of 5
Very smooth
Dec 03, 2021
Very smooth
5 out of 5
For fans of smooth simple burley blends
Oct 21, 2021
Great taste and smell. I love classic Otc burley blends like this.. Nice and simple. Packs and burns nice and easy and requires very little maintenance. I usually go for prince albert, but this did the job nicely. Can't decide what I prefer.
5 out of 5
Great idea for the 7 oz tins
Sep 25, 2021
Love the new 7 oz tin.
More convenient, easier to travel with.
Now that all the otc are changing to 7 oz
I will buy them all and use them as my travel
Tobacco containers. Great idea .
5 out of 5
Great old fashion blend!
Sep 22, 2021
Great old fashion blend!
5 out of 5
Velvet is an old friend
Sep 17, 2021
Velvet is an old friend to me. I've been around Velvet since I can remember, from old timers rolling cigarettes to pipe smokers. Now that I'm the old timer, it's nice to still smoke one of my first tobaccos. The flavor is warm and inviting. The room note hasn't had any complaints. All in all, still love the hint of black liquorice from it.
4 out of 5
Old time pipe tobacco.
Sep 16, 2021
Velvet pipe tobacco was a tobacco that i smoked many years ago. Still taste good and smells great. Frank I
5 out of 5
Good OTC blend.
Sep 05, 2021
Good OTC blend.
5 out of 5
My favorite for years!!!
Jul 29, 2021
My favorite for years!!!
3 out of 5
Velvet pipe tobacco
Jul 24, 2021
This stuff has a great room note, it tastes good, but i feel it could be a bit better, i wouldve givin it 3.5 stars, or almost 4, but its not in the selection.
3 out of 5
It's a tad too mellow
Jul 08, 2021
It's a tad too mellow for my liking.
5 out of 5
Easy to smoke, with no
Jun 22, 2021
Easy to smoke, with no bite and a very nice aroma.
As smooth as Velvet a real classic tobacco that meets todays smokers taste.
5 out of 5
I have enjoyed.
Jun 08, 2021
I have enjoyed.
4 out of 5
Always have Velvet
May 29, 2021
I like to have a good amount of Velvet around because I can always depend on a good smoke from it. Many of those "ultimate" smoking experiences have come while smoking Velvet. It has been around since Christ was a Private and for good reason it is a good, smooth, no frills smoke. Velvet is Kentucky Burley. You don't have to try to find hidden flavors or toppings. It is just a smooth, uncomplicated Burley. It smokes at a moderate pace, with no tongue bite and doesn't burn hot. The Codgers knew a good smoke. Set back, fill your pipe and comtemplate life with a relaxing, tasty smoke. Highly recommended to always have on hand.
4 out of 5
Rich,easy smoke. Like the first
May 11, 2021
Rich,easy smoke. Like the first cup of coffee of the day.
5 out of 5
GREAT CODGER TOBACCO ~~~
Apr 15, 2021
If I ever smoked Velvet it was at least 30 years ago--I tried it and I like it . Another review said it reminded them of CH --to me it was a more moist and faster burning likeness to SWR --lot of smoke like PA --anyway a very good codger smoke.I have mixed a pouch of Velvet with a pouch of SWR--hoping to get a happy balance of moisture and puff speed--I know it will taste GREAT !!
2 out of 5
My uncle didn't like it
Mar 26, 2021
My uncle didn't like it
5 out of 5
Very smooth blend. My #1
Mar 17, 2021
Very smooth blend. My #1 tobacco choice!!
5 out of 5
Nice comfortable smoke
Feb 28, 2021
This is a very smooth fulfilling smoke without any bite. Like its name, Velvet, it is soft and smooth.
4 out of 5
Good start, good finish, and
Feb 25, 2021
Good start, good finish, and had great after taste.
5 out of 5
Great All Day Smoke
Jan 08, 2021
Velvet is a smooth smoke with a great flavor. The only smoke I like more than velvet is Carter Hall.
4 out of 5
Be Patient and Sip It
Dec 23, 2020
The first time I tried this blend I hated it. Now that I've given it some time and allowed my palate to mature a bit, this is a blend I reach for when I can't decide on what to smoke. I found early on that I was getting tongue bite because I was puffing way too hard and packing it too tight. Pack this one a bit looser than normal and take your time. I find sipping this stuff (like most blends) brings out the subtle nuances. I like the touch of sweetness and maybe even an amaretto taste. It burns well and leaves no gooky stuff in the bottom of the bowl. Sometimes I taste a very faint cinnamon and other times I will get a light cedar on the retrohale. I wish I could give this 4.5.
5 out of 5
Velvety!
Oct 26, 2020
And smooth tobacco taste. Either ya like it or ya dont. I like it!
4 out of 5
Actually ordered this for a
Oct 11, 2020
Actually ordered this for a friend of mine who's recently taken up pipe smoking. I sampled some of it and I would order this brand again. Had a nice "room note" w/o much bite (if any at all).
5 out of 5
Good
Jul 30, 2020
Good
5 out of 5
The Best Burley
Jun 03, 2020
This venerable classic Burley doesn’t contain any exotic tobaccos or have gourmet topping but is the best tobacco I have smoked and I have smoked countless varieties. This just velvety smooth delicious Burley. There is a mild topping that seems to be brown sugar and anise but it isn’t cloying at all and doesn’t interfere with the natural tobacco flavor. Velvet also makes a great base for creating your own mixtures. This is hands down the best Burley whether from a premium blender or an OTC. Velvet beats SWR, Carter Hall, PA and all the rest.
5 out of 5
The name fits
Apr 29, 2020
Easy to light,good burn and smooth.No bite smoking this in a Devil Anse cob.The aroma takes me back too a better time. Will be a go to smoke for me
4 out of 5
America's smoothest they say.
Apr 25, 2020
Velvet is a good smoke that i enjoy on occasion. I like the anise flavor. But it is a very mild blend and there are other burley smokes i am much mor drawn to. It is a very tame and cool smoke. I never buy a tin but a pouch once in a while.
5 out of 5
Velvet is my name
Apr 22, 2020
True to its name it is smooth and enjoyabe. Truly an all day adventure. I'll be ordering more to cotinue the jouney.
5 out of 5
Decent Smoke
Feb 14, 2020
The shipping was fast. The tobacco I will probably not purchase again. The cherry notes were a bit too much.
3 out of 5
different
Jan 31, 2020
very different flavor that just didnt fit my taste.
5 out of 5
This stuff is good
Jan 27, 2020
I wasn't sure what to think of this stuff when I first opened the pouch. I packed it up, lit it and all I can say is this stuff is really good. It is a simple blend with a good flavor. Sometimes it is the simple things in life that give us the most enjoyment. I will be ordering a tub of this and keeping it on hand.
5 out of 5
Good smoke
Nov 22, 2019
What's to say , its Velvet love it.
5 out of 5
Velvet pouch
Nov 09, 2019
This stuff is great! After you try it for the first time it will be your new everyday smoke! Don't smoke it to fast or you might get tongue bit! America's smoothest smoke!
5 out of 5
Very nice smoke for the money
Oct 17, 2019
Great for an all day smoke, and very easy on the tongue, as well as the wallet.
One of my faves, for sure.
5 out of 5
Classic smoke
Aug 01, 2019
I'm partially writing this review from a novice standpoint. That being said, I love Velvet for a few reasons. As a beginner, it's a cool smoke, I like the room note as far as a non arromatic goes, my great grandfather smoked this religiously. I even have an old 1930's velvet tin of his in my possession. I've used this tobacco to break in a new pipe to build up a cake, and it worked out perfectly. Very happy with this and it will be my main smoke. I'm a simple kind of man, and this tobacco holds a lot of good memories.
5 out of 5
Smooth as velvet
Jul 15, 2019
A very smooth smoke with wonderful flavor. The flavor doesn’t get old either. Definitely worth a try.
3 out of 5
Smooth, no bite
Jun 16, 2019
Very smooth, no bite. Lightly flavored / perfumed, but good for a change up.
5 out of 5
Velvet lives up to its name!
May 08, 2019
I am a pipe smoking newbie and have been trying many different brands and varieties of pipe tobacco.
I've tried Captain Black White, Gold and Royal; Prince Albert, Lane Limited Ready Rub, the Scotties Blend University Prof. tobacco and Sir Walter Raleigh. My favorite of the bunch is Velvet. It smells great and lives up to its name and description. It's smooth, mild, is an easy pleasant smoke that I am able to enjoy after getting home from a long day at work. It stays lit very well and is priced just right so that I can enjoy it daily.
Well recommended.
4 out of 5
Simple, Subtle
Feb 24, 2019
Smooth... like Velvet. Very cool. Long burning. Distinct topping... subtle notes of brown sugar, bourbon, and play dough. Bland on the tongue but interesting in the nose. It leaves a fresh, clean scent in the pipe afterward. It’s a subtle tobacco.
3 out of 5
Just something to light and puff
Nov 10, 2018
Nothing special about this tobacco. Lights well and stays lit, but because it’s so mild and heavy on burley,
it’s too much like smoking a cigarette. Not sure I’ll finish this pouch.
5 out of 5
Nice and easy
Aug 29, 2018
Velvet is like an old pair of jeans and sweatshirt that is broken in and super compterful and you wouldn't change for all the new and fancy stuff out there, well Velvet is the same way just a nice and compterful old time smoke. It packs easy, lights easy, stays lit all the way down to the bottom, smokes mild and cool and smells and tastes nice. There is nothing not to like, just a nice every day smoke, try it i bet you will feel the same way. As always ordering and shipping was super easy it was in stock and shipped right away and arrived a few days latter when promised.
1 out of 5
Mostly Flavor Lacking And Boring, But There Are A Few Nuances To Be Appreciated - If this is the "good ol' days," then they sucked.
Jul 16, 2018
[Tin/bag - Wow, overpowering whiskey/burbon. After several wiffs, I can start to catch a little dark sugar and some sweetness. Soft to the touch, cube cut that does give a sense of Velvet with its fluffiness.]
Mild burley with slight fruit note here and there and a little sweetness in the aftertaste, almost a vanilla. Very slight tingle on the tongue and once or twice in nose (nothing like a Perique nip). Mostly flavor lacking and boring. A little bit of cigarette in there faintly at the end of retro. Also a little bitterness at the end of exhale, and maybe a little nuttiness from the burley, but it also seems to have chemicalized twist to it, again very faint. It did get a little better towards end of bowl, but maybe that is me tuning in better to the very slight flavors. Reminescent of picking up some dried leaves and smoking them, though I have never done that, and there is a little sweetness in there.
I do not like Lane Limited Ready Rubbed much (think cigarette on that), and I rank this one behind it. This sure didn't start the day of with great pleasure. It will be my last pouch I am pretty sure, and it will sit in the mason jar until I die most likely, since I do not throw out tobacco at this point. I will try to appreciate it more in a year or so, I don't expect aging helps any, but I will try it one more time.
Burns fairly cool, even with heavy puffing. Not a moisture builder either, but I didn't finish down to the bottom of the bowl. I pitched it at the last 8th of bowl.
4 out of 5
A simple smoke
Jun 27, 2018
This is a simple, old timey pipe tobacco. It’s like taking a trip back to simpler times. A slightly nutty, slightly sweet, great smelling blend. Just sit on the porch and enjoy it. This is the best of the OTC tobaccos in my opinion.
5 out of 5
Velvet robacco
Jun 03, 2018
Had never tried it until now. This tobacco is soft, creamy, smooth... Smells and tastes like cherry, but very mild. It has become one of my favorites, for an everyday smoke.
4 out of 5
Give it a try!
Mar 21, 2018
I got this pouch as part of a cob pipe and tobacco value deal about a year ago. This tobacco is mellow and easy to smoke. It seems to have a touch of amaretto flavor to me. I am enjoying a bowl in my Country Gentleman cob as I write this. This is not a bad break from the richer and more complex tobaccos I usually smoke.
5 out of 5
Very enjoyable smoke!
Mar 12, 2018
Very enjoyable smoke. The burley is very woody, nutty and slightly sweet. The good tobacco flavor isn't hindered by the topping. The room note is pleasant and it burns nice and cool. Its very simple but very good! This has become one of my favorite "Old School" pipe tobaccos.
5 out of 5
Red Velvet
Mar 07, 2018
My Grandfather used to smoke Red Velvet, and I did too. Passed this pouch off to a friend--great tobacco!
5 out of 5
Ok but not for me
Feb 03, 2018
An American classic. It's smells fruity in the pouch but smokes very smooth, almost nothing to it. It's can be a bit hard to light. It just didn't do anything for me. I'm not knocking it just didn't care for it. I prefer other OTC Burley blends like Prince Albert much better.
5 out of 5
good burley
Jan 06, 2018
arrived fresh great old time brand could smoke it every day great flavor for me
5 out of 5
Velvet Pipe Tobacco
Dec 29, 2017
Velvet is as the name implies a smooth basic tobacco smoke with a hint of a top note.
5 out of 5
good all around smoke
Nov 04, 2017
I really enjoyed this smoke. i bought this along with half and half, sir walter ralegh, and carter hall. this was my favorite. it packs well and stays lit without any coaxing. it is mild and sweet and i would highly recommend this.
4 out of 5
Im Velvet Jones.. And I Approve this message.
Sep 24, 2017
Velvet is really just a nice gentle & smooth smoke period ! It is very easy on the tongue with no serious bite at all. The aroma is pleasing, it packs well and stays lit. Not a lot of flavor but just right for a simple relaxing smoke. If I was new pipe smoker I would highly recommend this to newbies.
4 out of 5
Surprisingly good smoke
Aug 28, 2017
I was apprehensive at first due to the candy-like sweetness on the nose upon opening. But, when I finally lit a bowl, I was surprised at how smooth and mild the flavor was. The sweetness is reduced quite a bit as it burns, but leaves a nice room note. Very easy smoking blend. Would buy again.
4 out of 5
Velvet first timer
Aug 19, 2017
I liked the long burn it gave, but I found it to be cigarettish in aroma, overall I liked it and will smoke it from time to time.
4 out of 5
pleasently smooth
Jul 03, 2017
not what I expected , but very smooth
4 out of 5
Smooth and mild
Apr 15, 2017
A smooth and docile American blend, it lives up to it's advertising. Pretty good stuff for the first bole of the day, and gentle enough for all day use. Not what I've been looking for (I'm a cigar fan), but certainly unobtrusive, with a nice aroma. Likely a great choice for those new to smoking, but my taste buds died long ago smoking full bodied cigars.
5 out of 5
Great flavor
Apr 05, 2017
Best OTC tobacco I've tried. I can see why this blend has been around for nearly 100 years. I'll take it over Captain Black, Sir Walter Reily, Carter Hall or Prince Albert any day.
Good intensity of flavors of amaretto which reminded me of my Nana's biscotti. Yum!
3 out of 5
Old Style Comfort
Feb 24, 2017
Velvet is one of those blends that I would pass by without thought as I thumbed through the P&C magazine. I had never tried it. Then when a couple of youtube presenters gave it good reviews, it popped up on my radar. Recently I bought a few pouches, and I am currently down to my last half ounce. It is an OTC burley blend with a subtle topping that reminds me of the candy dishes that old ladies would have in their living rooms back in the day. As candy, it was disappointing; as tin aroma, it works. Velvet is a mild, satisfying burley that packs, lights, and burns easily. Good with a cup of coffee or tea in the AM. My favorite OTCs are Carter Hall and Prince Albert. Velvet is, for me, not quite up to their standard. But I’ve enjoyed it more and more as I’ve worked my way through the pouches. As to the star ratings, 1=yuk, 2=meh bordering on yuk, 3=good, 4=very good, 5=excellent. Velvet gets a 3.
4 out of 5
Satisfying
Feb 05, 2017
I've smoked Sir Walter Raleigh Regular way too much and I prefer that taste. However that's just me. Velvet is delicious- silky, good smelling smoke. Highly recommended.
3 out of 5
Velvet
Jan 21, 2017
Pretty satisfying no nonsense burley blend. Not too much flavor
5 out of 5
One of the finest classics.
Jan 09, 2017
Off the cuff I tried Velvet because it's a classic. I've smoke Captain Black, Sir Walter, Borkum, the Prince and many others. This one is the best I've found for a good, hands down evening smoke with a brandy on the side. No bite, no unpleasant aftertaste and the room note is nutty and pleasant. No wonder it's a classic; highly recommend it!
3 out of 5
One of the finest classics.
Jan 09, 2017
Off the cuff I tried Velvet because it's a classic. I've smoke Captain Black, Sir Walter, Borkum, the Prince and many others. This one is the best I've found for a good, hands down evening smoke with a brandy on the side. No bite, no unpleasant aftertaste and the room note is nutty and pleasant. No wonder it's a classic; highly recommend it!
3 out of 5
Jury Is Still Out
Jan 01, 2017
After trying a pouch if this, I'm undecided. At times, I got a good, if subtle, nutty flavor, but most of the time I was trying to find out the best way to pack this and get it, and keep it, lit. I'm new at this and still learning and experimenting, accompanied by lots of reading on this site and others, but most tobaccos I've had so far, once I learned the basics, I do fine with. Seemed most of the time it wouldn't light well or I burned my tongue because it got too hot trying to light it or get it going. I might try it again someday down the road, but many other tobaccos to sample yet. Even when I did get it to smoke, though it was a tad too mild for me.
5 out of 5
Velvet - Nostalgia
Dec 31, 2016
This was the pipe tobacco of choice for my dad. I've smoke for 25 yrs myself and had never tried it - always sticking to a mixture purchased at a tobacco shop. Feeling nostalgic, I ordered a pouch and was pleasantly surprised and may even order it again!!
2 out of 5
Not impressed
Nov 28, 2016
Although it's not the worst I've had I personally do not care for it. It's kind of earthy like Prince Albert but not as good.
5 out of 5
Smooth as Velvet
Nov 20, 2016
My first bowl was very nice. I can not purchase this locally so I ordered my first pouch on Wed. I received it on Fri. Free shipping and fast delivery. Thank you. Upon lighting up I knew I would enjoy it. It was actually a half bowl because I was breaking in a new cob. I had to relight a couple of times, my usual. Very smooth and solid flavor. I will be adding this to my rotation along with Carter Hall and some English blends. My order was packaged perfect. Thanks again. The smoothness lasted the entire smoke with no tongue bite. The pouch note was telling me I would enjoy this also.
5 out of 5
Enjoy Very Much
Nov 15, 2016
I guess it is my age but enjoy the old burley blends! Love the poych aroma the room note! Burns to the bottom of the bowl and no bite. Always have one of the old blends around at all times!
4 out of 5
Enjoyable
Nov 08, 2016
Enjoyable blend. Bag note of raisins. Very mild with no bite and a pure tobacco taste. Will be an occasional choice.
3 out of 5
Velvet
Nov 06, 2016
A little too sweet for me but a cool smoke.
5 out of 5
Ole reliable
Oct 29, 2016
Very smooth and cool smoking tobacco. Classic burley aroma with a mildly sweet taste. I am a fast puffer and this tobacco never bites me. A real classic and crowd pleaser
5 out of 5
Got what I ordered.
Oct 21, 2016
I usually go to my local 'bacco shop but I needed a corn cob for work and went ahead a bought some velvet to try out since I haven't tried burley or any OTC brands. I've tried a few other OTC and let me tell you, velvet is the absolute best, consistently good smoke. It has good aroma, packs good, and affordable. I was pretty surprised. Thanks P&G.
4 out of 5
Smooth as Velvet.......Really it is
Oct 11, 2016
Licorice and Burley, whats not to love. Burns great and taste wonderful. There is a reason that this is one of the older tobaccos. Because its just that good.
5 out of 5
Velvet is a wonderful blend
Oct 07, 2016
This is a piece of history. It's super smooth and delicious. Thick velevety white smoke that will make you think of simpler times when your grandad sat on the front porch puffing away telling you stories. Buy it. Great stuff and great for breaking in new pipes.
5 out of 5
A Velvety Smoke
Oct 06, 2016
Being a former cigarette smoker and current cigar and pipe smoker...I enjoy the premium Virginia and English blends without question, but after watching a video review of Velvet, my curiosity was piqued so I ordered a pouch each of Velvet and Carter Hall; my thoughts being, to have a cheap tobacco on hand that I could stuff in a cobb pipe and not have to worry about drying time or dipping into my other stash. Between the two,the Velvet was so much more enjoyable for my particular palate. The CH was tasteless by comparison so for me, the choice is clear. This is the kind of tobacco that wil partner with my cobb pipe, throw in a paper sack with a box of matches and a makeshift tamper...to keep under the seat of my truck for when I'm out away from home and just want to sit back and enjoy a bowl. I'll be ordering another pouch just to keep on hand. For a cheap tobacco, this is an enjoyable smoke.
4 out of 5
light
Sep 30, 2016
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5 out of 5
Kudos For Velvet
Aug 27, 2016
I had been curious for some time about the classic American burley blends. After reading up on them and sampling a couple of locally available blends, I zeroed in on Velvet, Ready Rubbed, and Granger (my wife’s late grandfather’s tobacco of choice). The retro packaging appealed to the artist in me so Velvet was first at bat. I ordered the pouch size and am very happy that I did.
My first impression was great - the pouch note is quite nice and very different from the fig newton aroma of my usual aromatic blend. Honestly, it took a few bowls for me to “make friends” with Velvet, but we worked out our differences and I can say that I have thoroughly enjoyed this pouch.
Once I found Velvet’s preferred means of packing (the scoop method works best for me - YMMV), I’ve found the blend to burn easily and cooly without many relights after an initial charring. The smoke is smooth and mild with a mellow flavor that has a touch of sweetness. Interestingly, the flavor and aroma become richer and more complex as the bowl progresses. The room note is similarly mellow and pleasant and elicits compliments from those nearby.
In short, Velvet lives up to its name and is a smooth, enjoyable smoke. There’s a reason why Velvet has been on the market for so long and I’m looking forward to ordering a tin to put into my rotation.
5 out of 5
My experience with Pipes and Cigars
Jul 06, 2016
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2 out of 5
Ok
Jul 04, 2016
An ok OTC, mine came a bit warn down even though the pouch was sealed. Decent flavor, but not my favorite.
4 out of 5
Smooth
Apr 19, 2016
Velvet is a smooth smoke. Prefer cap black gold
3 out of 5
Nice and mild
Apr 19, 2016
I've tried several burleys recently. Velvet is very smooth and mild, as the name implies. I believe I prefer Prince Albert and Granger- but if you're looking for a mild, all day smoke- Velvet is the ticket.
3 out of 5
its ok but their are better
Mar 27, 2016
A tried and true OTC, just plain and simple. In Florida keeps the moisture more than other OTCs I 'be had. A yard smoke and a OK mixture/blender for some mistakes you've purchased.
4 out of 5
Pleasant, old timely brand!
Mar 20, 2016
I've seen antique cans of Velvet (which indicated it was for pipes and cigarettes). I dontbknow vif its unchanged fromnbthose days, but what I got was a pleasant burley/Kentucky blend. No flavors or scents toppingvit, but a very sweet, raisiny scent in the pouch. Mine was a bit over moist, which made packing difficult till bit dried out a bit.
5 out of 5
Great service
Mar 10, 2016
Great service
3 out of 5
Favorite "drugstore" burley
Feb 06, 2016
I like this because it's not as strong as my previous favorite, Carter Hall. No tongue bite.
4 out of 5
Soso
Nov 24, 2015
Light & the smoothest tobacco I've ever smoked so 'Velvet' is an apt name for it. There isn't any more dimension to the tobacco, which might leave a smoker cheated with it's barely detectable aroma.
4 out of 5
Oldie But Goody !
Sep 05, 2015
Ha ! I use to purchase this way back when it came in a tin (like Prince Albert) ! When I saw it was available here at P&C , I just had to see if it was the same as I remember. Well, I'll say it was close. I tried it right out of the mailbox in my favorite everyday Yello Bole Pup Pipe ! The aroma is still good, but it wasn't how I remember. Later that day I tried it in my bigger Pearwood pipe and it made a big difference. A cooler, Apple-ish Cherry-ish rustic blend to me. Still a nice smoke. Happy that you still offer this.
5 out of 5
will buy again
Sep 03, 2015
bought this years ago still a great tobacco will buy again
5 out of 5
Always true!
Aug 16, 2015
A smooth lightly sweet smoke. Have used Velvet for many years. Still my go to smoke when sitting on the porch listening to a baseball game or a warm summer evening.
5 out of 5
Smokin' Hot!
Aug 05, 2015
I got my order of Velvet pipe tobacco promptly and in good shape (I was giving it as a gift.) Shipping & handling was a bit high, I thought, but I was pleased with the product and service.
Customer Testimonials
Unreal that my smoking has come to this since I started piping with the higher end baccy. I was pleased to find out that I can enjoy what some would say are lesser tobaccos. My eyes have been opened. Is Velvet on the same level as say Frog Morton?No, but I'm not always wanting a Cult or Frog smoke either. Velvet is a smooth,sweet and much to others dismay, good solid smoke. I'll be keeping this, Sir Walter and Half and Half on hand to enjoy and stretch my higher end stuff out.(not mix)P&C are my heros as I haven't a real tabacco shop near me and as always...smoke well my friends.
JF of Sunrise Beach, MO
Old standard "drug store" blend. Very much in the American style. Pretty much a straight forward course cut burley. If there is a top note - it's lite, mainly just to enhance the natural "nutty" flavor and aroma of burley, seems that the main thing the top note adds is sweetness. Tin and room note is a typical of burley blends. Pleasant and not over-whelming.
Lots of folks talk about the "bite" in burley. Burley is naturally more alkaline than VA's so there is going to be the possibility of bite. Personally, I've never noticed a bite to burley, each palate is different.
This blend definitely needs some dry time prior to smoking. Don't expect to just open a pouch and smoke. When I smoke drug store blends I load the pipe the night before, by the next evening it's ready to go.
Straight forward burley here. Burns well, but expect a few re-lights - that's true with any blend in this genre and burleys in general. Burns slow and cool. There is a reason why these blends are considerably less expensive and more available. As far as blends in this genre go, you could do a lot worse than Velvet. More flavor the PA, not as much topping as CH. As with all of these types of tobacco, it's going to vary. These are not top choice blends, they get the lesser leaf. Expect flavor variations. If you buy a pouch or tin and really enjoy it - use the same merchant and get a few more, because a few months down the road you may find the same blend having very different smoking qualities. This rule goes with ALL "drug store" varieties. If you get a crappy pouch, give it a few months and try again.
Like all burley blends, a great caking blend - good for breaking in a new pipe. Burley - for whatever reason builds cake like no other. Burley blends also leave no discernable ghost - just a pleasant "tobacco" "nutty" ghost that marries well with anything else.
Also not a terrible base for home blending. You can go lots of different directions with a base burley, such as Velvet.
TS of Tulsa, OK
Sunshine, rain and soil is all velvet has received before it is cased with a little brown sugar and packaged so I read in an old advertisement of Velvet in the early part of the last century. Although it does not contain Virginia tobacco, Velvet has a really nice subtle sweetness that accents the nutty burley taste. The room note is quite nice and not overbearing, I've been told its like oatmeal cookies. Inexpensive, nice burley flavor and no burley bitters, what's not to like?!!
JD of Henderson, NV
This is a classic I remember when my uncle used to smoke the stuff when I was a kid and 20 years later I got my hands on this litte jem great taste and burn time. I will continue to get buy it from P&C.
KJ of Aiea, HI
Thought I would try this brand since it's been around for years. I will never try it again. Does not stay lit- bites my tongue hard -and the only way I can describe the taste is "wet cardboard"...mmmm. I'm definitely staying with prince albert for a good tasting cheap tobacco.
MC of Dunnellon, FL
Velvet has been my favorite since I became a pipe smoker. Aroma has received compliments from Warsaw to Beijing. One day my dad ask me what brand it was. Turns out my grandfather smoked Velvet starting about WWI.
MM of Scottsdale, AZ
This is actually good stuff! It's like a slightly sweeter version of Half & Half. Smells great in the pouch and tastes pretty good. It's a little hard to keep lit, but I don't mind. At only $3.25 a pouch give this one a try, especially if you like Burley, which I'm beginning to like more as time goes on.
BW of Pomona, CA
I've always been a fan of the old school burleys. It's a bit on the sweet side compared to Prince Albert, Carter Hall, Half and Half, etc. It's a sweet flavor that I can't quite identify. Velvet is also a bit on the damp side. It can take me quite a few relights to get a bowl burning, but I still enjoy it. It's a smooth smoke and it never bit me--even with lots of puffing to keep it lit.
MV of Edgewater Park, NJ
This is one of those tobaccos that has been around forever it seems! I remember seeing in drugstores and grocery stores when I was a kid! I enjoy this in a MM cob pipe! A nice mild tobacco which I enjoy anytime of day! I have Velvet around when I want a no frills smoke!
JK of San Bernardino, CA
I was pleasantly surprised by this old favorite. great taste and good room note . pouch note smells like coco great stuff.
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