# Our Blends

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# New!A Platinum Blend for the ages

![Our Blends Platinum Background](https://generalcigar.s3.amazonaws.com/public/captain-black/dev/platinum/Platinum-Header-image.png)

![Captain Black Original Pipe Tobacco](https://generalcigar.s3.amazonaws.com/public/captain-black/dev/platinum/Platinum-Product-NEW.png)

## Platinum

A nuanced combination of Virginia and Burley tobaccos that delivers a uniquely decadent smoking experience.

**TOBACCO CUT:** Loose Cut
**FLAVOR / AROMA:** Rich and robust with a semi-sweet top flavor.
**SIZES:** 1.5 oz. pouch

Body 1 2 3 4 5   Aromatic Taste 1 2 3 4 5   Room Note 1 2 3 4 5   [Where to Buy](/where-to-buy)

![Captain Black Original Pipe Tobacco](https://generalcigar.s3.amazonaws.com/public/captain-black/dev/platinum/Original-Product-Updated.png)

## Original

Rick Black Cavendish tobaccos, steamed to seal in the flavor and character of the leaf. To this, mellow Burleys and Golden Virginias are added for mildness and depth of flavor.

**TOBACCO CUT:** Loose Cut
**FLAVOR / AROMA:** A sweet taste with hints of vanilla. Delightfully aromatic.
**SIZES:** 1.5 oz. pouch, 7 oz. can

Body 1 2 3 4 5   Aromatic Taste 1 2 3 4 5   Room Note 1 2 3 4 5   [Where to Buy](/where-to-buy)

![Captain Black Cherry Pipe Tobacco](https://generalcigar.s3.amazonaws.com/public/captain-black/dev/platinum/Cherry-Product-Updated.png)

## Cherry

A rich mixture of traditional matured, broad-cut Burleys, bright Virginia and toasted Black Cavendish tobaccos.

**TOBACCO CUT:** Loose Cut
**FLAVOR / AROMA:** Laced with a unique and robust “very cherry” flavor.
**SIZES:** 1.5 oz. pouch, 7 oz. can

Body 1 2 3 4 5   Aromatic Taste 1 2 3 4 5   Room Note 1 2 3 4 5   [Where to Buy](/where-to-buy)

![Captain Black Gold Pipe Tobacco](https://generalcigar.s3.amazonaws.com/public/captain-black/dev/platinum/Gold-Product-Updated.png)

## Gold

For this blend only, Golden Cavendish tobaccos are used and are reflected in the bright gold color. In general, the more flavorful but still mild tobaccos have been used.

**TOBACCO CUT:** Loose Cut
**FLAVOR / AROMA:** A balanced body with a mellow taste
**SIZES:** 1.5 oz. pouch, 7 oz. can

Body 1 2 3 4 5   Aromatic Taste 1 2 3 4 5   Room Note 1 2 3 4 5   [Where to Buy](/where-to-buy)

![Captain Black Royal Pipe Tobacco](https://generalcigar.s3.amazonaws.com/public/captain-black/dev/platinum/Royal-Product-Updated.png)

## Royal

A mixture of Black and Gold Cavendish.

**TOBACCO CUT:** Loose Cut
**FLAVOR / AROMA:** Sweet with a considerable vanilla aroma.
**SIZES:** 1.5 oz. pouch, 7 oz. can

Body 1 2 3 4 5   Aromatic Taste 1 2 3 4 5   Room Note 1 2 3 4 5   [Where to Buy](/where-to-buy)

![Captain Black Dark Pipe Tobacco](https://generalcigar.s3.amazonaws.com/public/captain-black/dev/platinum/Dark-Product-Updated.png)

## Dark

100% Pure Black Cavendish created with Herman G. Lane’s proprietary steaming process.

**TOBACCO CUT:** Loose Cut
**FLAVOR / AROMA:** Sweet with hints of vanilla.
**SIZES:** 1.5 oz. pouch, 7 oz. can

Body 1 2 3 4 5   Aromatic Taste 1 2 3 4 5   Room Note 1 2 3 4 5   [Where to Buy](/where-to-buy)

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## Pipe Smoking 101

A Beginner's Guide to Pipe Tobacco

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