Mac Baren Capstan Original Navy Cut
(3.42)
This blend is a composition of select, ripe Virginia tobaccos whose citrus and grassy notes go brilliantly with the natural sweetness. A must try for everyone who appreciates a good, straightforward Virginia blend.
Notes: Originally produced by W.D. and H.O. Wills, now re-released by MacBaren.
According to the Tolkien estate, this was J.R.R. Tolkien's favorite tobacco.
Details
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.42 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 181 - 190 of 214 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 24, 2003 | Mild | Mild | Mild | Pleasant |
As far as I'm concerned-the way this tobacco is described, is exactly what you get.And I go along with all that has been said in the "positive" review's before me. It's easily rubbed out & light's very easily.It give's me a nice uncomplicated smoke,but with a satisfying flavour & doesn't bite the tongue.It leaves my pipe nice & clean,with a nice lightly grey ash.In it's class I'll give it 3 star's out of 4.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 17, 2002 | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Mild | Pleasant |
I was able to smoke a ten year old tin of this . It had a fruity smell in the tin , but the flavor was not heavily artificial . I'd smoke it again but I wouldn't stock it in the cellar without smoking it some more .It was intriguing , but not exciting . Not bad in any way though .
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 29, 2023 | Medium | Extremely Mild | Medium to Full | Unnoticeable |
Aroma of fresh tobacco was woody, oily and nutty. This surprise me, because I had expected blend of pure (mainly but not only) yellow Virginias. I do not know, if it comes from toping or from tobacco. Flake was easy to prepare with accurate moisture.
Smoke was cool, more earthy than sweet with pleasant aftertaste. Nuttiness was not so obvious. In general very like other TOP VA blends.
Need several relights, do not leave dottle.
Smoke was cool, more earthy than sweet with pleasant aftertaste. Nuttiness was not so obvious. In general very like other TOP VA blends.
Need several relights, do not leave dottle.
Pipe Used:
BPK 6164, BPK (Stanislaw), BPK 6729oA
PurchasedFrom:
tecon-gmbh.de
Age When Smoked:
1 year
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| May 19, 2023 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant |
This isn't as citrusy as other VA's, but has a little more depth and doesn't bite. Unique flavor notes include more a floral aspect than citrus. Packs in the bowl well as a flake tobacco should. No moisture and burns hotter like a typical VA but not bad.
My fav straight VA right now.
3.5 stars
My fav straight VA right now.
3.5 stars
Pipe Used:
1984 Dunhill panel billiard
PurchasedFrom:
tobaccopipes.com
Age When Smoked:
new in tin
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 11, 2023 | Mild to Medium | Very Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
This is similar to FVF and tastes like a thick soup, which most Straight Virginians can't do (they lose moisture in their mouth when they eat it).
This is easier to light than FVF, I can fold and rotate into the pipe slowly smoke, friends who need nicotine will not be disappointed. It's 1/3 cheaper than FVF and easier to procure.
This is easier to light than FVF, I can fold and rotate into the pipe slowly smoke, friends who need nicotine will not be disappointed. It's 1/3 cheaper than FVF and easier to procure.
Pipe Used:
Briar&Meerschaum
Age When Smoked:
new
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jan 06, 2022 | Mild to Medium | Very Mild | Mild | Pleasant |
I have been disapointed by this offering. My tin had 8 years and 8 months of aging (according to MB's date) and despite this, the flakes had not darkened much and the overall taste has yielded very little complexity or nuances. I was definitively expecting more after such aging!
Age When Smoked:
8 years
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 12, 2018 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
If you really like straight virginias, this has to be one of the best out there. Very nice tin (reminded me of old cigarette tins) and flakes. Although the strength is mild to medium, the taste is there.Very satisfying natural grassy notes. An easygoing smoke.
Pipe Used:
Briar
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Nov 26, 2018 | Mild | Mild | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
Nice clean Virginia. Easy to smoke mild tobacco that’s good for a warm sunny day. Thin even cut on the flakes make it convenient to fold and stuff when rubbing out isn’t practical.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 16, 2016 | Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Tolerable |
I Give this a 7 out of 10. Excellent at any time of day. It is easy to rub, pack, and smoke or just fold into your pipe.
Age When Smoked:
New tin
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Jun 13, 2015 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant |
Before I try Capstan I heard about lots of good reviews. Upon opening the tin the presentation is neat, even light brown flake, and it's easy to work with. The strength is on the lighter side of medium, but the flavor develops as the bowl goes. It reminds me of Dunhill's Flake, clear and bright, with a little deeper tangy and never bites.
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