Yachtsman Plug

Yachtsman Plug

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Heavy Virginias and mellow Burley, steam-pressed into a dense old-school plug for a rich, slow and uncompromising smoke.

Virginia & Burley Navy Plug Steam Pressed Tobacco-Forward
€38.62

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About This Product

Yachtsman Plug – historically also known as Yachtsman Navy Plug – is a robust traditional pipe tobacco combining heavy-bodied flue-cured Virginias from Africa and Brazil with aromatic Burley. 

Conditioned with water, the blended leaf is slowly compressed in large steam presses for several days, allowing its different tobacco characters to meld before the cakes are divided into dense plugs. The smoker can then slice and rub the tobacco to their preferred consistency.

Rich, earthy and naturally full-flavoured, Yachtsman delivers substantial Virginia sweetness alongside the fuller, nuttier character of Burley and only a subtle aromatic accent. Its dense construction encourages a long, slow smoke, making it a characteristically robust expression of the traditional plug style.

AT A GLANCE

Country of Origin
Denmark
Style
Traditional
Cut
Plug
Strength
Medium
Weight
50 g
SKU
240115
Flavour Profile & Room Note

Flavour: Rich, earthy and predominantly natural, with the heavy-bodied Virginias bringing deep tobacco sweetness alongside the fuller, nuttier qualities of Burley. A very mild aromatic sweetness can appear in the background, but the flavour remains firmly centred on the tobacco itself.

Room Note: Full and distinctly tobacco-forward, with a subtly sweet edge. Independent assessments vary from pleasant to tolerable, reflecting the substantial natural tobacco character rather than a heavily perfumed aromatic.

Smoking Character: Medium-to-strong, dense and slow-burning, with considerable body and a noticeable nicotine presence. The extended pressing produces a concentrated, robust smoke while the Burley helps round the heavier Virginia character.

Blend Components & Topping

Yachtsman Plug is a traditional Virginia and Burley blend built around heavy-bodied flue-cured Virginias sourced from Africa and Brazil. Aromatic Burley is added to smooth and balance the fuller Virginia character before the tobacco is conditioned, steam-pressed and formed into dense plugs.  

  • Virginia: Heavy-bodied African and Brazilian flue-cured leaf provides richness, natural sweetness and depth.
  • Burley: Adds body and a smoother, drier counterpoint to the Virginias.
  • Flavouring: Very lightly aromatic, with only a subtle added sweetness apparent alongside the tobacco.
  • Blend character: Predominantly natural and tobacco-forward, with the pressing process integrating the constituent leaves into a rich, concentrated profile.
Preparation & Storage

Preparation

  • Yachtsman is a dense plug and must be cut before packing. Use a sharp knife to shave or slice thin sections across the plug.
  • Rub the slices apart for easier packing, or leave them somewhat coarser for a slower-burning bowl.
  • Once prepared, check the moisture and allow a short period of airing if required.
  • Pack relatively loosely, as densely pressed tobacco needs adequate airflow.
  • Apply an initial light, tamp gently and relight as necessary. The compressed leaf burns slowly, making a measured cadence particularly suitable.  

Storage

  • Keep the remaining plug tightly sealed between uses.
  • For longer-term freshness after opening, store it in an airtight glass jar somewhere cool and dark.
Delivery & Returns

We offer delivery options within Ireland, and to select international destinations. Delivery fees will be calculated at checkout, taking into account the items you select, and the delivery address. Learn more about our delivery options on our Shipping Information page.

If you change your mind after receiving or collecting your items, you can send them back for a refund or exchange. In line with consumer rights, we'll accept a return initiated within 14 days from when you received/collected your order. However, even if that has passed, you're still welcome to get in touch to discuss your options. Please note that certain items can only be returned unopened/unused – this includes consumables (e.g. cigars, bottles, pipe tobacco is sealed containers) and items meant for personal use (e.g. pipes). Learn more about our return policies on our Returns & Exchanges page.

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Please note that, unless specified otherwise at checkout, orders shipping outside of the EU may incur additional fees from customs authorities in the destination country. Where applicable, these will be due from the recipient on arrival.

ABOUT THE BRAND

Yachtsman is a traditional name in pipe tobacco, with roots in the rich history of Irish tobacco blending. Originally associated with Murray, Sons & Co. of Belfast, Yachtsman is best known for its Navy Plug, a full-bodied blend of Virginia and Burley tobaccos. The tobacco is slowly pressed into dense cakes before being cut into plugs, allowing smokers to slice and prepare it to their own preference. Known for its rich, earthy character, natural sweetness and gentle nuttiness, Yachtsman is a lovely example of traditional Irish-style pipe tobacco and the craftsmanship behind it.

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