Tambolaka Pipe Tobacco Prep Thread

This is a re-post from Puff.

I thought I'd document the process of steaming & cutting this stuff.

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1) Take off all packing including the hand made cord from the amount you want to steam and cut.

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2) Place in a steamer or collander over a boiling pot of water as shown and cover. Steam for about 10 minutes or until leaves begin to pull apart from the stick. Take care as it will be hot so best to set on a cool counter top and then begin to separate the leaves into individual leaves as they were when rolled up 5 years ago.

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3) Allow the leaves to cool on the counter top in a pile.

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4) Take individual leaves or groups of leaves and cut as desired by using a scissors or knife. Can also use a blender or chopper if a very fine consistency is desired.

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5) Place the newly cut pipe tobacco into a ziplock bag to maintain the moisture and freshness.

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6) Enjoy! Repeat as necessary! :pipe:

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Bump for this very informative thread. Where did you pick this up?