Recently, people are becoming more and more disillusioned with the cigarette industry. Not surprisingly, many smokers prefer an alternative method of smoking - rolled cigarettes. This article provides an analysis of the types of tobacco and gives some recommendations on which tobacco for self-rolling is better to take.
Intro
What is a good roll-your-own tobacco and how to choose? The assortment in stores often confuses not only a novice cigarette roller, but also heavy smokers.
Next, we will talk about the types of tobacco for homemade cigarettes, their differences, the right choice, the use of pipe tobacco in hand-rolled cigarettes and much more.
Types and varieties
Today, roll-your-own tobacco, reviews of which we will consider in this article, is not a sign of a person’s low income, but a departure from the unsightly systemic formula of “refined” cigarettes. Sophisticated lovers of full-fledged smoking know a lot about good tobacco, and they are unlikely to start smoking cigarette blanks from stores again. Quality smoking opens up many variations and freedom of choice. Connoisseurs can choosethe right paper, the right filter and, of course, delicious high quality tobacco.
Unlike store-bought cigarettes, good roll-your-own tobacco of any foreign origin is distinguished by finer cuts and low humidity. Tobacco stores offer a wide variety of products, both natural and flavored.
The main advantage of homemade cigarettes is an indescribable aroma, which is often not found in ordinary cigarette tobacco. The classification of tobacco types occurs mainly according to the strength and varieties: light, medium, strong. It is quite difficult to say exactly what kind of roll-your-own tobacco is good, because the choice must be made in accordance with your individual taste preferences.
Main tobacco varieties:
1. Burley - this variety grows in Ukraine, Mexico and the USA. This is the most common and popular variety on the planet. This tobacco has a rather mild, but dense taste with nutty notes. After undergoing processes such as drying and fermentation, it is flavored and added to a variety of blends.
2. American Blend - we can say a derivative of Burley, since this tobacco blend was based on air-dried Burley.
3. Kentucky - it is grown in the USA, Indonesia and Africa. It has a very strong and dense flavor.
4. Zwar is a key component of this tobacco - Kentucky fire-cured. It is good for mixing with otherstobacco varieties.
5. Halfzwar is a blend of half dark Kentucky and half light Virginia. Considered one of the most popular species.
6. Virginia is a tobacco of American origin, which, due to long exposure, acquires a rich taste and a dark shade. Light Virginia is a sweet mild tobacco with fruity notes.
7. Mild is a variation of Burley and Virginia blend. This is considered a very successful combination, given the fact that Mild can be safely smoked even in its pure form. There is also a variety of Ultra Mild, which is recognized as the softest type. Thanks to slight changes in the proportions, the tobacco is tender and tasty.
8. Oriental - tobacco that came from the countries of the Black Sea and the Mediterranean. It is used as a base as well as seasoning for tobacco blends. It has a sweetish taste and a small strength.
9. Latakia - is another well-known variety from Cyprus and Syria, has a characteristic aroma. It is noteworthy that the word "latakia" is applied to the process of making tobacco rather than directly to tobacco. The process involves drying leaves in sunlight and smoking over smoldering logs.
The choice of cigarette tobacco in online stores is quite large, so it is quite difficult to determine what kind of cigarette tobacco is good. It is worth remembering that basically all varieties are mixtures of different varieties interspersed with various flavors: coffee, vanilla, cherryand many more.
It's almost impossible to unequivocally present the rating of tobacco for hand-rolling, the best for someone may be the worst for another. Therefore, cigarette rollers will have to get acquainted with different tastes and select the most suitable tobacco products for themselves. Which, in principle, is the key point - this is the only way to choose an individually suitable cigarette.
Which tobacco for cigarette rolls is better - reviews 2016
In 2016, Peter Stokkebye Luxury Bull’s Eye Flake pipe tobacco was recognized as one of the most popular tobaccos that topped the annual chart. This exquisite deluxe tobacco taste belongs to one of the versions of the famous "Escudo". The producer of this tobacco is Denmark. The main components of the cutting form are similar - perique, virginia and a black cavendish eye. This medium-strength tobacco blend is the most popular from its manufacturer.
Of course, Dutch tobacco belongs to the top of the roll-your-own tobacco. Not surprisingly, 50 percent of the Dutch population is heavily addicted to cigarettes. The best variety in the Netherlands is the Halfzware brand. It contains light Virginia tobacco and dark Kentucky tobacco, each making up half of the blend. This high quality tobacco is fine cut and free of impurities.
Facts about hand-rolled cigarettes
Some smokers prefer hand-rolled pipe tobacco. Of course, you can do this, but it is better to pour it on before use.napkin with a thin layer and let dry a little. They say it's better to use coarse-cut pipe tobacco.
As fans of home-made tobacco products respond, the process of creating self-rolling cigarettes is a separate kind of pleasure. Some might say that this is a waste of time and effort. In contrast, there is an opinion among smokers that it is simply incredible pleasure to create your own unique tobacco product.
It is one thing to buy high-quality leaves, but the correct composition requires the right approach and minimal knowledge and practice. You can, for example, use a specialized machine - it will significantly speed up the process of creating a cigarette.
There is an opinion that a true fan of homemade cigarettes should know how to roll paper without using a typewriter. With a dashing movement, many craftsmen roll a cigarette with one hand. This skill is unlikely to be accessible to a beginner in this matter. Here the machine will come to the rescue.
Usually tobacco blends are sold in special packages. However, if you find that the product is too dry upon opening, moisten with a few drops of water. Next, knead with your fingers and dry a little.
Producers and prices
What is the cost of rolled tobacco? Often it is sold in small packages weighing up to 40 g. The price of such a product can vary from 200 rubles to 700-800, which is already considered quite expensive tobacco for hand-rolling. By the way, the packing density affects the amount of tobacco in the package.
Buytobacco weighing 500 and 1000 g is not recommended for those who have not yet fully decided on their taste preferences.
According to cigarette lovers, even the cheapest cigarette tobacco is much better than that used in the preparation of cigarettes of such advertised brands as Parliament or Marlboro.
Tips
In order for tobacco to retain its taste characteristics, it is necessary to follow the rules for its storage. The most important thing is to prevent the tobacco from drying out, because in this way it will give off a sharp taste when used. It is recommended to store it in its original plastic bag or use a special pouch. In this case, a humidor can be very useful - a suitcase that maintains the humidity necessary for storage.
What to do when the tobacco mixture dries up? Moisturizing Methods
1. Use a special humidifier.
2. Put a slice of carrot or apple in the pack.
3. Pour tobacco on a wooden board, spray water from a spray bottle, knead it with your hands.
4. Hold it over steam (coffee maker, kettle, iron).
