Peterson Old Dublin

This is a solid and approachable blend. The only problem I have, is that there are many blends I have tried that cost less, and are just as good or better. The big plus for this blend is an apparent lack of preference for pipe size or style. Old Dublin soldiers on, no matter what.

Not a blend for contemplation, but a pleasant, quiet companion. Who knows? You may love it. It is certainly worth a try.

I've decided to edit my original review (2003). I've been smoking quite a bit of this tobacco lately and it has really grown on me. This is a fine English mixture, with the added bit of what I believe is unsweetened black cavendish, so it may also be thought of as a Scottish mixture. It is very refined, not all abrasive, slow burning, and very palatable. I find it an excellent tobacco for the evening. Unlike Balkans, this is not as strong in the Oriental/Latakia department (no Ismir or Yenidje here). The balance between Orientals, Latakia and Virginia is admirable, and the black Cavendish remains in the background, just to round things up. Where I bought it is almost five dollars cheaper than similar Dunhills. A very nice, elegant and satisfying English/Scottish mixture.

An incredibly pleasant tobacco in classic "english" style. Straight from the tin it is not to wet but easily catches the flame, no matter if match or lighter. The tobacco looks like any loose cut with Virginias and Latakia giving a vivid colouring.

The smell in the tin is strong, smokey and intense. It reminds me a lot of Talisker. To the surprise of the inexperienced smoker the tobacco tastes mild and very pleasant. The unflavoured mixture gives a true tobacco taste with the Latakia always present but nicely incorporated in the complete aroma profile. It burns without any problems. The taste gets to more deep and earthly aromas, from the fresh, crisp almost grassy taste of the first draughts, at the second third of the pipes filling. But it remains clear and hones throughout. A great tobacco indeed and a recommendation for the beginner, since it burns without any problems and tastes like tobacco. Give it a try. I surely did not regret it.

After smoking the half tin is my favourite tobacco. the Strength is medium to high, latakia is bold in this tobacco. good luck and happy piping.

A staple in my rotation to this day, this is the first English I ever smoked, my introduction to sweet Lady Latakia that made me fall in love with pipe smoking all those years ago. Very creamy and smooth, consistent, tasty, deep and rich. While there is perfect balance between the Virginia, Latakia, Orientals and Cavendish, what makes this blend so unique and delicious is the synergy between the Latakia and Basma Orientals. Cool burn, no bite. Great smoke. A classic that still conjures up memories of times long ago and all the decades together.

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What could I say bout this that hasn't been said?

My second lat blend. First being 965 and that rang my bell (my first nirvana smoke) so my tobacconist suggested this as something diff than that. Well not a bell ringer I could tell even as novice I was that OD is Quality w a capital Q.

Smells great, packs and burns like a tobacco should.. with no fuss. Smokes to ash no problem. As a matter of fact it smokes so we'll towards the bottom of the bowl that I don't realize it's almost finished till my tamper bottoms out in the bowl.

Will always have this on hand as as my go to English (it's pretty close to being an ALL DAY ENGLISH

This is a classic english blend, and when I say classic english I mean a serious, top quality tobacco, with enough latakia and oriental. When I say classic english blend, I think of blends like Dunhill Nightcap, Dunhill MM964, Dunhill Aperitif, Peterson Wild Atlantic, Ashton Consummate Gentleman and Artisan’s Blend, Samuel Gawith Commonwealth Mixture and Squadron Leader etc. It’s in the same league with these bad boys.

Now, first things first... Tin note is smoky, woody, tangy and fermented tobacco.

Moisture is good, but will require some drying time before packing.

Presents itself as beautifully cut ribbons of medium size, with lots of gold, brown and black leaves.

First bowl I’ve had slapped me in the face for some reason. It was harsh, strong, imposing. It somehow reminded me of Dunhill’s Durbar. However, this mellowed down.

Good amount of latakia and oriental. It’s mostly smoky and spicy with just a little sweetness from the black cavendish and virginia, at times it’s harsh and other times it’s soft. Tastes very natural and you can easily detect all the different tobaccos. The taste is medium to full. If there is any added flavoring, it’s too little and the natural flavors of the tobacco are overtaking the added flavor. Also, since I’ve mentioned black cavendish, it will not be noticeable like in other blends, it’s barely noticeble. Great balance of the tobaccos, though latakia and orientals are dominant (as it should in an english). Very good quality tobacco. Don’t dry this one too much. It’s spicy enough from the orientals, if it’s too dry you’ll feel like smoking a big amount of perique.

As a heavy cigarette smoker, I always need to take a break from smoking a pipe and light up a cigarette to give myself the needed dose of nicotine which I don’t usually get from pipe smoking (I rarely inhale from the pipe). The only pipe tobacco blends that didn’t require cigarettes were from Peterson (ex. 3P’s or University Flake), and the same is with Old Dublin. A good amount of nicotine.

Burns extremely well, with no need or relights, no tonguebite, no hot smoke. Delivers only a cool and thick smoke.

Another great english from Peterson, along with Wild Atlantic. I’ll have to test more of their english blends.

Medium room note with lots of smoky incense smell.

My second favourite Latakia blend. The taste of Latakia and Orientals isn't as distinct, as in SG Skiff Mixture, but I noticed a 'bonus' - very gentle floral aroma, 'aristorcatic' note, like an old-fashioned Cologne water. It brings to my mind victorian London from Picture of Dorian Gray of Oscar Wilde.

After many years of smoking aromatics, I diceded to jump to the serious stuff. Maybe that comes with age or time smoking? Does not matter really. What I can tell you is that is my first close encounter with the famous latakia. That smoky girl present in many well scored tobaccos. I have to say that I’m a smoky lover since early times. Smoked meat, salmon, bacon and of course smoked or peaty whiskey (islay whiskey from 🏴scotland: better than many things I know). That almost automatically makes me a Latakia lover. Well, I was in Petersons store in Dublin when I first smelled this mix. I have to tell you that it really has a resemblance of this great city. Even if you carefully smoke it you will be able to feel and smell the smell from the pubs and of course the popular guiness! Sounds very romantic but remembers me so much of that place. It is smooth as the guiness and a good old irish whiskey It could be also revel as a young irish girl that wants to keep partying until drop. A true irish spirit Love it to death!

Enjoy