Pipe Tobacco Review: Tabac Manil "La Brumeuse"

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  • @hollywooddude4677
    @hollywooddude4677 9 років тому +8

    I've thoroughly enjoyed your reviews. I am a longtime pipe smoker. And I have smoked many of the tobaccos you have reviewed. I must say you're quite knowledgeable in The field of pipe tobacco.

  • @coffeeguyd
    @coffeeguyd 5 років тому +2

    Great review... Yes, a definite overall cigar feel. Has that musty, barnyard smell that is somehow pleasant. A tiniest hint of sweetness (somehow) in among the nutty, toasty, dried hay. Surprisingly, there is an almost floral, powdery note that wafts through, but just barely, which turns into a wintergreen-like sensation towards the bottom of the bowl. A very quick, singularly unique, and enjoyable smoke! Keep up the good work!

  • @victorb785
    @victorb785 6 років тому +11

    Excellent review! I live in Belgium and have been smoking this forever lol. Like you say, it has a cigar like taste. I smoke it straight but I usually hydrate it just a bit since it is very dry. It is UNIQUE - unlike any other pipe tobacco I've ever tried. I think the best way to describe this is that it is typically Belgian - like many things from this little country it is great but underrated. Apart from smoking it straight, you can also use it to blend with other tobaccos. I have made my own tasty blend using Manil's Semois as the main tobacco and adding a bit of Latakia (I use Wellauer's) and Virginia (I've used Mac Baren Virginia no.1). I use this tobacco to improve tobacco mixtures I DISLIKE and often come up with some new and surprisingly pleasant. Is is probably more affordable to do in Belgium where Semois is less expensive than most other pipe tobaccos.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  6 років тому +1

      It's cool to hear an opinion from the source!

    • @victorb785
      @victorb785 6 років тому

      Thanks! Please keep those good reviews coming. Cheers!

    • @alessandromyer
      @alessandromyer 4 роки тому +2

      Victor Brias just seen this comment you make. I’m visiting Belgium (Antwerp) and wondered if you can recommend anywhere to find this blend and others?

    • @victorb785
      @victorb785 4 роки тому

      @@alessandromyer so sorry for the late reply ... I have just seen your message. If you have not yet been to Antwerp, you can find Manil Semois tobacco in most tobacco shops there. You can even find it in the open public markets on Saturday and Sunday in Oudevaartplaats and Falconplein.

    • @alessandromyer
      @alessandromyer 4 роки тому +1

      Victor Brias thanks for your reply. I am still looking for it as a could not find it in Huis Verloo and did not look elsewhere. Great thing to look forward to when I can travel again from London.

  • @francoisbergeron121
    @francoisbergeron121 6 років тому +1

    Soil is life! I love that you talk about its effect on the plant! Thanks for your reviews! I always go to you for tabacco perspectives. Cheers!

  • @stuffandthingsyoutube
    @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

    +Luca Jooste - That particular pipe was left in a virgin, unfinished state by the maker so that it would take on color as it was smoked. I think it looks quite nice too. Thanks you for watching!

  • @ROLLINGTHUNDER33A
    @ROLLINGTHUNDER33A 9 років тому +1

    Hello, Just wanted to drop in and say I really enjoy all your videos, I am pretty new to pipe smokeing but just finished my first Tin of Nightcap and it was amazing, your reviews are spot on and very informative. I plan on trying several more English and "vaper " blends now that there is a whole new world of tobaccos to me besides aromatics that I never really enjoyed all that much. Keep cranking out the videos! Love the Sunday smokes and knife reviews as well. Cheers.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому +1

      +ROLLINGTHUNDER33A - I appreciate the feedback, and I'm glad you're liking the channel. "A whole new world" is right!

  • @TheRoomNote
    @TheRoomNote 9 років тому +2

    This one has been on my radar for some time. I think you have given me the final push to add it to my next order. Cheers!

  • @whosafraidoferiknrding4470
    @whosafraidoferiknrding4470 9 років тому +2

    Wonderful review as usual, Mr. Bradley! Please keep us updated on how the rehydration process with this tobacco progressed.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому +2

      +Who's Afraid of Erik Nørding? - I'll give an update during the next Sunday Smoke. Initial findings: not good.

  • @lucajooste5661
    @lucajooste5661 9 років тому +1

    I love the Dark color of your pipe!! Looks very cool. Keep the videos coming because I learned a lot from them since I want to follow your and my dad his example :-))

  • @schnerrydog
    @schnerrydog 9 років тому +1

    Thanks for the interesting review Bradley! my curiosity is piqued and will now look forward to trying some. A floral/tea-like cigar flavor sounds great to me!

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +schnerrydog - It makes a great change of pace from the typical pipe tobacco. Thanks for watching!

  • @JohnnyBgood1962
    @JohnnyBgood1962 8 років тому +1

    Looking forward to a review of the portion you are moistening. I've yet to break the seal on my brick that I ordered after first watching this review. I am enjoying my adventure into Burleys and I'm sure I'll be trying this one soon. I'm always intrigued by things that don't fit into the box. Thanks for your reviews.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  8 років тому

      +John Brink - Thanks for watching! The moistening experiment was NOT a success. I don't recommend it.

  • @gabepettinicchio7454
    @gabepettinicchio7454 8 років тому +3

    You are as unique at what you do, as is this tobacco is to smoke. Great job!

  • @richardflake5636
    @richardflake5636 9 років тому +1

    Hi Bradley, Nice revieuw. you have made me very curious.I am going to visit them.it is not far from the place i live in Holland. 4 hours drive.They also have a pipemuseum so that will be interesting as well. I cant wait to try de la Brumuese. Have a nice day !

    • @jorgwesterhoff9393
      @jorgwesterhoff9393 9 років тому +1

      +Richard Spruijt Don't forget to phone them before you go there! The museum isn't open every day. Don't go driving for 4 hours to find it closed. There's a lot of info on the site of the Dutch/Belgian Pipesmokersforum about Semois.
      www.pijprokersforum.nl/index.php?sid=5064d86d506cf92350f759eefaa33d77

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +Richard Spruijt - I wish I lived within driving distance! It sounds like a very interesting place to see.

    • @richardflake5636
      @richardflake5636 9 років тому

      +Jorg Westerhoff Thank you. I will do that.

    • @tacey01
      @tacey01 3 роки тому

      Richard did you make the trip? If so, do you still enjoy the product? Thanks. I have three of these blends and really like it. A lot.

  • @cchtx7
    @cchtx7 9 років тому +1

    Came here after watching your M4A1 SOPMOD video. Very interesting stuff! I watched the whole thing, might try some myself.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +cchtx7 - It's nice to hear that you came for the gun and stayed for the tobacco!

  • @newenglandpipesmoker5319
    @newenglandpipesmoker5319 9 років тому +1

    Thanks for reviewing this blend, this is one I had never heard of before. Keep up the great vids

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +NewEnglandPipeSmoker - I hadn't heard of it either before 4 or 5 months ago. Very interesting stuff though.

  • @paulczubryt8644
    @paulczubryt8644 6 років тому +1

    I just received a brick of this and I'm smoking it as I watch this. This review is on point. I'd like to know how this blend is after some rehydration.

  • @adrianbenson2521
    @adrianbenson2521 9 років тому +1

    Great review, La Brumeuse is something I try to keep on hand now because it is absolutely unique. One thing all the reviews of it have in common, whether the reviewer likes it or not, is the attempt to categorize it with other pipe tobaccos, and everyone fails because it's so different. I really enjoy it. I agree that it seems to do best in a wide somewhat shallow bowl.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +Adrian Benson - "Absolutely unique" is absolutely right. I don't smoke it every day, but it makes a great change of pace blend.

  • @challengerdart3731
    @challengerdart3731 8 років тому

    Excellent review as always Bradley. Congrats. I liked it very much. Thanks a lot.

  • @sabresswords
    @sabresswords 8 років тому

    I just got some of this from a friend. it's very good and very different. I actually tasted mushrooms along with that floral note you spoke of. I liked it alot.

  • @BadlanderOutsider
    @BadlanderOutsider 9 років тому +1

    Very interesting to hear your comments on this.
    I'm a relatively new pipe smoker and have only really smoked English blends, but recently, I was given a brick of this from someone who had been on holiday to Belgium, and quite frankly, it's rapidly becoming my favourite tobacco to smoke. Perhaps its my relative new-comer status and the fact I haven't really smoked that many tobaccos prior to trying La Brumeuse that leads me to enjoy it more than the other tobaccos I've tried. It's also interesting that you got the similar tastes to what I get with this tobacco, except I'd say it was more floral than tea-like, although that is definitely a subjective view.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +BadlanderOutsider - It definitely is unique. Perhaps you took to it more easily because you didn't have as many preconceived notions about what pipe tobacco is "supposed to taste like."

    • @BadlanderOutsider
      @BadlanderOutsider 9 років тому +1

      That is what I was thinking.

  • @stuffandthingsyoutube
    @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

    +Cameron Williams - Thanks for watching! I know I still have a lot to learn, but that's what makes the hobby so enjoyable.

  • @bearcatpiper5900
    @bearcatpiper5900 9 років тому +1

    As always a great review. This is Scott Rutan. I changed my UA-cam name to bearcat piper. Look forward to more reviews. See you on Sunday.

  • @brunotulliani
    @brunotulliani 4 роки тому

    Excellent very full flavoured tobacco. It smokes very well and almost no relights. I found a lot of stems, which I always remove in all my tobaccos. I did humidify the tobacco so I can get it to release more of it's ammonia and it much smoother. Dries the mouth and has a leathery taste. Does burn quickly and one bowl satisfies you.

  • @lesbrady
    @lesbrady 2 роки тому

    Hey, Bradley! Wow, I didn't realize you'd done this review. I think it may be from before my SNT times. It's the same producer as the Reserve du Patron that I sent you a question about. Anyway, I'll peruse your review now...

  • @PipeWizard86
    @PipeWizard86 9 років тому +6

    Sounds interesting. Please keep us posted on what it's like after you hydrate it. Also, what is that theme music you use for your reviews?

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому +2

      +PipeWizard86 - I mentioned the results in the latest "Sunday Smoke." They weren't good!

  • @pleaumarcel
    @pleaumarcel 9 років тому +1

    Great review,I speak French and on UA-cam M.Manil tell that in fact it's a blend .23 years ago a friend give him a recipe ,so he had 10 to" 15% of "secret very fine tobacco" because the semois is a bad burner.Well this "secret tobacco" must be gun powder because has you said it burn like crazy ! I smoke this tobacco for quiet a time and must say that you nailed that review

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +pleau marcel - Thanks for writing in. I wish we could find out what this "secret tobacco" is!

  • @CKposition
    @CKposition 9 років тому +1

    Hello sir Bradley thanks for another great review. I made an order for Orlik golden sliced and Escudo navy rolls based on your previous recommendation. If you haven't already, will you show off your pipes in a future video? For a Sunday smoke perhaps? I love the light brown Savinelli rusticated pipe you have.. I'm on the look out for one of those babies

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому +1

      +soCKrates - I have made videos highlighting my Peterson and Savinelli pipes but not my entire collection (which isn't huge anyway). ua-cam.com/video/56vN840mmJ4/v-deo.html - ua-cam.com/video/MlaQ_3kaWUU/v-deo.html

  • @danielsleep6984
    @danielsleep6984 9 років тому +1

    watch all your reviews. pretty new to pipe smoking and will be attending the west ciast pipe shiw in vegas next month. can you make a video or show to rehydrate tobacco once its dried up please. thanks!!!

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +daniel sleep - This video might help: ua-cam.com/video/hZicmM7DG38/v-deo.html

  • @doug1863
    @doug1863 11 місяців тому

    Bradley , how about doing a revisited for this?

  • @HclPudding
    @HclPudding 9 років тому +11

    Ribbom...

  • @515miker515
    @515miker515 9 років тому +1

    Nice review as usual. Interested to hear how it smokes with more moisture.

  • @stuffandthingsyoutube
    @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

    +Nicolas Giacomoni - Thanks for the link!

  • @jackytreehornsghost
    @jackytreehornsghost 7 років тому +1

    La Brumeuse roughly translates to 'hipster's dream.' Relatively-unknown and mysterious tobacco grown in a misty french village; untouched by time- Blended in a basement by a french peasant. I'm sure more than one hipster has enough bricks of this cellared to build a 'tiny house.' I just ordered Reserve du Patron, as they were out of Brumeuse- Hope it's as enjoyable. Great review, man.

    • @emielsmalbil6904
      @emielsmalbil6904 4 роки тому

      Just the cut is different. And it’s a Belgium village 😅 just barely, but Belgium.

  • @BeardlyGentlemen
    @BeardlyGentlemen 9 років тому +3

    great video, may have to pick some up.
    it's funny that $24 is expensive for 100g. Here in Ontario, after provincial tobacco tax, most 50g tin's are about $37. This stuff would be a deal even with the exchange rate.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому +1

      +Beardly Gentlemen - Only expensive compared to other tins online. In Washington State, a 50g tin is right around $20-25 US.

    • @_leyrd_.
      @_leyrd_. 5 років тому

      It's the same kind of rate here in England unfortunately too.

  • @colinkelly279
    @colinkelly279 9 років тому +1

    Well, perhaps this will be one to add to a random order if/when I send one out. I like the speed of smoke (though the hot burn makes me nervous) and I came over to pipes from cigars, so that taste should be pleasing. We shall see.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +Colin Kelly - Do it! Even though it does burn quickly and a trifle hot, it doesn't seem to have a tendency to bite.

  • @gabepettinicchio7454
    @gabepettinicchio7454 7 років тому +1

    Have you ever tried the "La Brumeuse" that you hydrated? How did it go?
    I just got some of this. Yes it is unique, and I get a most wonderful flavor on the retro-hale. I can't put a finger on it, but it was wonderful. A few moths back I purchased "Le Petite Robin." It is Semois, but Vincent adds a secret tobacco. Most think it is a certain VA, because it smooths & sweetens the smoke. It's a favorite of mine.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  7 років тому +1

      Not good. I don't recommend trying it yourself.

    • @gabepettinicchio7454
      @gabepettinicchio7454 7 років тому

      Continuing with this, that retro-hale flavor resembles corn. Yes, it was in an MM cob, but very experienced ones, so it wasn't the corn flavor that one gets with a new cob. I really like this, but love the "Petite Robbin" even more. You should give it a try.

  • @christophera4793
    @christophera4793 9 років тому +1

    Now that sounds very appealing. Into the cart you go Tabac Manil!

  • @caoimhghinseamusatkinson97
    @caoimhghinseamusatkinson97 8 років тому +1

    Perhaps a strange question but may I ask who made your shirt? I like the look of it and would like to get one myself.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  8 років тому

      +Kevin Atkinson - The brand is "All-Son" apparently. I think I bought it second-hand.

    • @caoimhghinseamusatkinson97
      @caoimhghinseamusatkinson97 8 років тому +1

      +Stuff&Things Okay thank you I'll check that out. big fan of your reviews too man, keep up the good work!

    • @kilgoretrout3966
      @kilgoretrout3966 7 років тому

      It reminds me of some "nightmare to iron" shirts i've owned. Always liked the look, couldn't stand the work. Is that shirt more perm press? The ones i had sure weren't.

    • @kenken8765
      @kenken8765 7 років тому

      he does have a nice shirt!

  • @hollywooddude4677
    @hollywooddude4677 9 років тому +1

    Very true! It is a wonderful hobby.

  • @tombenton6935
    @tombenton6935 9 років тому +1

    I brought some of this had a couple of bowls but really wasn't keen. Rather than getting rid of it I wondered if there was anyone in England that might want the rest of the pack as I would happily post it to them.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +Tom Benton - I don't doubt that you will get a few takers.

    • @johnrhodes3350
      @johnrhodes3350 8 років тому

      Tom Benton. i would very much like to try some if it hasn't already gone.
      John Rhodes
      19 Buxton Close
      Jarrow
      NE32 5XN
      i could trade you some Snuff and Swedish Snus if you're interested

    • @tombenton6935
      @tombenton6935 8 років тому +1

      Sorry John, I gave it away a while ago. It certainly is a very distinct tobacco. Best of luck with your search. Tom

  • @WadeOhWells
    @WadeOhWells 9 років тому +1

    I'll have to try this.

  • @kilgoretrout3966
    @kilgoretrout3966 7 років тому +1

    i have yet to try a ribbom cut :D

  • @booksugarchessmagic
    @booksugarchessmagic 9 років тому +1

    hmmm... like the review. I totally going to get me some of the stuff.

  • @EthanReviews123
    @EthanReviews123 6 років тому

    fantastic review, thank you

  • @markbrayton8693
    @markbrayton8693 9 років тому +1

    is it anything like MB ODF it sounds like it from your description.

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +Mark Brayton - No, I'd say it is quite different. ODF has the typical dark fired Burley taste, and La Brumeuse is anything but typical.

  • @growatt123
    @growatt123 9 років тому +1

    Hey Bradley, always enjoy your reviews. Been wondering when Semois would be reviewed. I enjoy it on occasion, when I first got it, took one of the woody bits and lit it, burned like a fuse! Anyway just wanted to mention I saw smoking pipes now has another tabac manil, thinner cut. How do you think it would affect the smoking qualities?

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +growatt123 - I saw that too. I can only imagine that a thinner cut would burn even more quickly. Thanks for watching!

  • @nickolaskunz5735
    @nickolaskunz5735 3 роки тому

    Beautiful tobacco

  • @justinwilson3653
    @justinwilson3653 9 років тому +1

    As fast as it burns, does it leave you wanting another bowl? If so do you pack some more or change tobaccos to get that satisfied, good with that smoke feeling?

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +Justin Wilson - Sometimes it leaves me unsatisfied. If it's packed tightly in a large, wide bowl though, it lasts about as long as a typical blend.

    • @tacey01
      @tacey01 3 роки тому

      I mix it 50/50 with a good Dunhill Virginia blend like Three Year Matured. Exquisite!

  • @Tabacyman
    @Tabacyman 7 років тому

    Hey Bradly, did you ever rehydrate this tobacco and if so how did it turn out. I've been smoking this I love it

  • @pigetstuck
    @pigetstuck 4 роки тому

    how was the rehydrated stuff?

  • @Magnusverm17
    @Magnusverm17 9 років тому +1

    thanks for review this tobacco :)

  • @philbaldwin802
    @philbaldwin802 8 років тому

    I tried a sample from a friend but at the time the tobacco seemed way out
    of my strength level and tasted like a strong cigar.

  • @brazenbull636
    @brazenbull636 3 роки тому

    Just got this in today. Still burning the 1st bowl.
    This shit is wonderful..
    😎🚬
    (It also seems to be not bone dry, except for the ends of the block in my case)

  • @paddypiper
    @paddypiper 2 роки тому

    I ghosted 6 pipes with La Brumeuse before I knew it was ghosting!
    Most have come back from the brink of being dedicated La Brumeuse pipes.
    Very tasty tobacco, I love it, but my experience has been that this tobacco will ghost your pipe!

  • @nicolasbelhomme
    @nicolasbelhomme 8 років тому

    Thanks for this video, i am now tasting another semois, "langue de chien" (dog's tongue) from joseph martin , another producer of the ardennes, I am from Belgium (wallonia , the french speaking part of belgium), again thx for your videos !
    How much do you pay for a 100g pack? Here it's 13€...
    Bye and nice smokes !

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  8 років тому

      It's about $35.00. It can probably be had cheaper online though. Thanks for watching!

    • @nicolasbelhomme
      @nicolasbelhomme 8 років тому +1

      You're welcome, thank you for your reviews !

    • @tacey01
      @tacey01 3 роки тому

      I paid $28.50 shipped. Cannot complain. Good stuff!!

  • @nicolasbelhomme
    @nicolasbelhomme 8 років тому

    If you want to store your semois, please store it at 70% humidity

  • @BrianGValentine
    @BrianGValentine 8 років тому

    I think they pronounce it SEMWAHZ

  • @vintagepipesnightmares
    @vintagepipesnightmares 9 місяців тому

    Just like Italian Kentucky cigars this should be smoked dry

  • @Iznogood666
    @Iznogood666 9 років тому +1

    Enjoyed your review! But just a heads up! There is a documentary on youtube about Vincent Manil (in french) and he does say this is a blend of burley and another "secret" tobacco. He only says it's a tobacco that burns really well so it's probably a virginia but who knows. Also he shows how the tobacco is processed and it is in fact toasted. ua-cam.com/video/p-CVKqGKQ-M/v-deo.html

    • @stuffandthingsyoutube
      @stuffandthingsyoutube  9 років тому

      +Olivier Laroche - Thanks for the link! I was pretty sure it was toasted, but it's nice to have confirmation straight from the maker.

  • @grodard9
    @grodard9 6 років тому

    Not la "brou-mouze"(?), it is : la bru-meuh-ze": "sadly the "u" in "bru" has no equivalent in English, anyway it is not "ou" like in "you"; also the "eu" in "brumeuse" sounds like "eu" in "euphoria", "euthanasia", you don't say 'ouphoria" or "'outhanasia". Thanks for the rest, interesting tobacco.

  • @ultraclassic01hd
    @ultraclassic01hd 9 років тому +1

    ✪✪✪✪✪

  • @jamesb.6177
    @jamesb.6177 8 років тому

    Honestly was very disappointed with this stuff. Tasted like cigar leaf mixed with dirt. Maybe my mouth is broken haha

  • @Louiscare
    @Louiscare 7 років тому

    Please. Never. Say. Anything. In. French. Ever. Again. (Good review tho haha)

  • @EunusRex
    @EunusRex 6 років тому

    Good review, terrible French pronounciation :)))