Blending Experiment

[GWBowman]

Today when I opened my jar of D, the jar note hit me as familiar, and defiantly different from the other two times. On the second or maybe third sniff I was back at Uncle James tobacco barn. Smells just like the fresh flue cured tobacco. Dang that was like the early 70's. I loaded my Dr. G Duke. The flavor seems muted to almost nothing. It's also a little more likely to nip at my tongue. The tongue bite could very well be the something I'm doing, but I don't recall getting it before. This is so interesting and fun. Guess I'll put this one back in the cabinet for a while and see how it does later.

Next up will be G. Still haven't smoked any Einstein or The Professor.

[c.ortiz108]

Thanks Wayne.

What I'm finding on my end.
Mixture "C" is closest to settled. Mixture "B" is more evolved than "A" and "D" that I suspect will take the longest to arrive.

Yes, I have two "G" samples, the package just arrived...Pete I'll pm you my correct address. Good thing I live in a small town

Received Mixture G today - thanks, Wayne. There was also a sample of "No Idea." ???

[OnePyroTec]

You are welcome Chico.

There is no real name for that extra sample blend I sent. I mixed it up a while ago and next to the ingredients I scribbled no clue because I had no clue what to call it. Try it, hope ya like it.

[c.ortiz108]

You are welcome Chico.

There is no real name for that extra sample blend I sent. I mixed it up a while ago and next to the ingredients I scribbled no clue because I had no clue what to call it. Try it, hope ya like it.

Cool, thanks! Looking forward to trying it.

[GWBowman]

In the last week I've smoked three bowls of Ep in three different pipes. The jar note is light sweetness, and sometimes I thing a little dried fruit. As I smoke, the bowl always starts out just sweet. As it goes, it a pepper/spice starts early to maybe half way in. From time to time, a little dried fruit came through in the first two bowls, but not the last one. It ends with a combo of sweet, tangy, and spice. I want to say this tobacco is still changing a little. It is a very enjoyable blend.

[Alligator Gar]

Just a couple of quick observations here. I rolled A-D up tight and put it down for a nap a few weeks back. Today I did a little test run. Didn't do tasting notes, just recall some lasting impressions several hours later.

A Still not to my liking, never will be. Smells great in the bag. Smokes bright and sour like an underripe orange. Tongue burn and dry mouth. I would eventually like to know the blend so I can avoid it in the future.

B This one is starting to come around. Nutty with a little citrus, great tin note that carries into the burn. Fruit is in the next room, flavor darkens as the bowl progresses. Nice body, could easily be an all day smoke. Flavors are merging to good effect. Eminently smokable.

C I know this one is tasty so I'm hoarding it. Did not smoke today!

D Got to it tonight. I like what it tastes like. Interplay of light and dark tobacco going on here. Maybe a white burley and lemon VA and some unflavored VA Cavendish along with some dark fired Old Kentuck. Not a blend my palate is familiar with, lending a certain intrigue to the experience. I think this could be a good one to put in the rotation. I think I like it.

Seminole Red Now we're talking. Flavors are melded and I don't think it's done improving, either. Closer to what I envisioned: sweet, dark, smokey and fruity with an oriental tang. Not there yet, may never be there, but flavor is cohesive and it is harder to pick out the constituents. It's a smoke that any VA lover would jump on.

Outdoor Incense See tasting note for C above.

I'm going to put some D in the "try meer" and add as an edit tonight.

@NeverBend Think of the joy in the hearts of boys across the country every time they delve into another blend. You're doing God's work--keep it up if you can! PS, dropped the Barling and snapped the stem at the shank. My heart sunk. I'll try to extract and glue her tomorrow.

[GWBowman]

@NeverBend , the Latakia in the blend you made for me has stepped back a little and is in the right place, a supporting role. I was wondering if a little Bright Virginia would give it a slight lift in flavor, without making it burn too hot, giving opportunity to bite. Would like to hear your thoughts on that.


Saw a tin of Deerstalker online listed for $140. Looks like it sold quickly. That's quite a testimony to you craftsmanship.

[OnePyroTec]

@NeverBend , the Latakia in the blend you made for me has stepped back a little and is in the right place, a supporting role. I was wondering if a little Bright Virginia would give it a slight lift in flavor, without making it burn too hot, giving opportunity to bite. Would like to hear your thoughts on that.


Saw a tin of Deerstalker online listed for $140. Looks like it sold quickly. That's quite a testimony to you craftsmanship.

Hey George, if you like Virginias I can send you a taste of Deerstalker. LMK

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@NeverBend Pete, as far as I'm concerned there is no need to make any changes to the special blend you sent. I like it just the way it is, thank you!

[GWBowman]

Hey George, if you like Virginias I can send you a taste of Deerstalker. LMK

That would be great, Wayne. Thanks you very much.

[Lostmason]

Pete @NeverBend , After giving it a little time and smoking a few bowls,I'm thinking if we could cut the burley by 5gr and increase the Red Ribbon by 5gr it would give it more lasting flavor.Mahap,have to go to a 10gr switch to really bring out the taste though. As to the other blends,The Professor and Einstien, I really like the Einstien.The flavor and feel of the smoke is just what the doctor ordered for making the stress of the days go away,better than rum !

Matthew