There is really nothing in bulk that I found to be similar to any of the FM series; they are just one of a kind in my honest opinion. Right now I'm smoking one of the new Captain Black Premium blend--Midnight Gold--and it is really nice.
Just popping a jar of G&H #12 mix. It has 2.5 years on it and I hope it softened and sweetened just a little from when I first tried it. Hoping for a great evening.
Lately I have been smoking black cav mixed with nat cav or burley from lane. For
Some reason I really like that wet rich aro taste, sometimes with a bit if perique. I've been told I need to try creme brûlée here soon as well. My favorite pipe shop closed down that had several blends I smoke regularly so now I'm trying to recreate them with lane bulk.
It's so weird though, because the tobacco by itself at times is almost flavorless. But for some reason, the right combinations all of the sudden make them come alive and match the aroma. I love it man.
I've been mixing about 60% Sutliff Balkan II with 40% C&D Pirate Kake, comes out quite nicely. Adds depth to the Balkan, smooths out the Pirate Kake, as well as keeping it burning. Pretty nice.
Been smoking some local blends, some royal, lane bulks, and random stuff i have gotten over the year. I actually keep a cigar box with pipe stuff in my truck now. I smoke mainly while I drive, and when I am out and about and do not have the time for a cigar. I just ordered a scale to start blending with, and am going to order some bulks from Lamb here at CCom to begin blending small batches. Once I nail my likes, I will order large bags, blend and jar them all.
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