Pipe tobacco storage

[Mythsmoker]

Ok I did a fast search and couldn't find my answer sooo....

How do y'all store your pipe tobacco? Also, is it a bad idea to store your pipe tobacco in a coolerdor with your cigars?

Thanks for any input.

 

[cartisdm]

Pipe tobacco often has different flavors and infusions. If stored with your cigars, they will transfer over and your smokes will start to taste like cherries, chocolate, strong ceder, etc. I wouldn't recommend storing them together in the same coolidor or humidor.

I could be wrong, but pipe tobacco doesn't need anything more than just one of those jars with the locking lid, right?

 

[gibbleguts]

Depends on what kinds of pipe tobacco. I store mostly tins and then will smoke through the tin within a few weeks so never have to worry much about it. Bulk tobacco should be stored in airtight jars out of the light if storing for long periods of time. Just like my cigars I prefer cooler temps for long term storage.


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[Mythsmoker]

Yeah AZ it does. I'm in the same boat. Cigar smoker who dabbles in pipe smoking and just starting. I wasn't sure what humidity level PT should be stored at so good info there. Thanks.

I pretty much figured PT was like infused smokes in a way and don't want to store them together. Glad forth confirmation.

Thanks all around for the input and info.

 

[Boppa-Wasch]

I use Mason canning jars. They come in small and large for the amount you want to store. I currently have some tobacco stored for 4 years that smokes as good (or better) than the day I bought it.

 

[Realtorfrank]

I also use Mason jars, have been for the last year or so, pick them up at the local grocery store in 10 packs I believe, for about $10. Been very happy with them.

 

[GolfNut]

Another vote for mason jars. Thank goodness that's where all mine were when our house burned. The cabinet I had it all in was torched, jars were soot covered and water damaged.

Seal rings had sealed on from the heat I suppose and all of the tobacco was as fresh as when I first put it in!

 

[danthebugman]

I have mine in a sealed jar with a Boveda pack. Seems to do alright.

Dan

 

[jsnake]

I am another Mason Jar guy. I keep mine in the cool basement where my cigar humidors are also located.

 

[derfatdutchman]

Add another vote for mason jars.

 

[Mythsmoker]

What do you mason jar guys do about tins with a bigger diameter than typical jars?

 

[gibbleguts]

What do you mason jar guys do about tins with a bigger diameter than typical jars?

If the tin is sealed just leave it as is if opened if you are smoking it in the near future the tin should be fine.



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[Herfin' Harg]

So... how do you get the humidity within an acceptable range? Just store it wet and dry box it before you smoke?

 

[danthebugman]

I have a Boveda pack...72% I think...but I don't really dry box the tobacco or anything. I'm not a frequent smoker though, but I've never had a problem. Keep in mind though that pipe tobacco is moister than cigars.

Dan

 

[derfatdutchman]

So... how do you get the humidity within an acceptable range? Just store it wet and dry box it before you smoke?

That's what I do, just dump in the jar and seal it up tight. Even after several years the moisture level is still there as long as the seal is good. I've even read about some people dipping the lid in wax to provide and extra seal.