Perique comes to mind. It has a nice spice to it. Blends like HH Louisiana red or Escudo. It becomes sweet and fruity kinda when aged, but fresh is spicy. I also get some pepper from a few virginias, but nothing like a Nicaraguan cigar.
Have you tried blends with cigar leaf in them? C&D's Billy Bob (and purple cow?) or GL Pease has a few.
The world of pipe tobacco can be overwhelming. Much like just getting into cigars. The variety is ridiculous. Not to mention different ways to pack, pipes, tamping, cleaning....
I need to get back to pipes a little. I just am not that great at keeping them lit.
I was trying to think of maybe some other tobaccos that might be like a nic cigar... maybe a rope or twist style tobacco? They are notoriously strong and I'm sure you can find one with a spicier profile. I don't know any in particular, but it's a place to look. Look up Samuel Gawith Black xx
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Have you tried blends with cigar leaf in them? C&D's Billy Bob (and purple cow?) or GL Pease has a few.
I'll put together a sampler for ya.
I need to get back to pipes a little. I just am not that great at keeping them lit.
I was trying to think of maybe some other tobaccos that might be like a nic cigar... maybe a rope or twist style tobacco? They are notoriously strong and I'm sure you can find one with a spicier profile. I don't know any in particular, but it's a place to look. Look up Samuel Gawith Black xx