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It is thought best to purchase tobacco from a tobacconist-- if one is a novice. Many of the commonly available blends found in discount stores or supermarkets are made from lower quality tobacco, and include many additives for preservation and "taste enhancement". These alter the way the tobacco smokes, usually for the worse in the case of 'drugstore' tobaccos. | It is thought best to purchase tobacco from a tobacconist-- if one is a novice. Many of the commonly available blends found in discount stores or supermarkets are made from lower quality tobacco, and include many additives for preservation and "taste enhancement". These alter the way the tobacco smokes, usually for the worse in the case of 'drugstore' tobaccos. | ||
Also you will notice no consistent way of storage. Like all tobacco, a certain amount of humidity is desirable. A good tobacconist will have pipe tobacco in separate jars/containers, sometimes with a humidifing element present in each. These elements can help in maintaining important oils. Humidifying | Also you will notice no consistent way of storage. Like all tobacco, a certain amount of humidity is desirable. A good tobacconist will have pipe tobacco in separate jars/containers, sometimes with a humidifing element present in each. These elements can help in maintaining important oils. Humidifying elements are not necessary, and many smokers prefer a dry smoke. | ||
If you live in an area where there are no tobacconists, you can always shop online. Popular brands include Velvet, Half-and-Half, and Prince Albert. | If you live in an area where there are no tobacconists, you can always shop online. Popular brands include Velvet, Half-and-Half, and Prince Albert. | ||