Macbaren Old Dark Fired ready rubbed vs flake?

[StogieJim]

So I've become a big fan of the ODF Flake thanks to @cgraunke who gifted me a few flakes! I just fold and stuff it and it smokes perfectly.

Now I see P&C has a sale on the ready rubbed version of this. Is there any difference besides the obvious of it being ready rubbed? I'd prefer this in flake but at 3 bucks an oz, it's tough not to buy 4 oz.

Thanks!

 

[CVAC085]

I'd "assume" that you can just pack it and light up hence the ready rubbed?? That would be my guess.

 

[StogieJim]

Is there any difference besides the obvious of it being ready rubbed? I'd prefer this in flake but at 3 bucks an oz, it's tough not to buy 4 oz.

This I knew I was asking more about the flavor, burn characteristics, moisture level, etc....

 

[CVAC085]

This I knew I was asking more about the flavor, burn characteristics, moisture level, etc....

Oops....sorry. I'm a moron.

Back to my corner. LOL.

 

[StogieJim]

Oops....sorry. I'm a moron.

Back to my corner. LOL.

No worries!!

 

[Deadman's Point]

I've found the tin to be more smoky and tangy than the bulk, but it might just be a perception thing. In general for me, ready rubbed is a go to merely because I do not have the foresight to dry anything an hour or so before I smoke it.

 

[plumber1965]

I've found the tin to be more smoky and tangy than the bulk, but it might just be a perception thing. In general for me, ready rubbed is a go to merely because I do not have the foresight to dry anything an hour or so before I smoke it.

I like this answer.... it reminds me of me

 

[StogieJim]

Interesting point

 

[K Williams]

I've found the tin to be more smoky and tangy than the bulk, but it might just be a perception thing. In general for me, ready rubbed is a go to merely because I do not have the foresight to dry anything an hour or so before I smoke it.

The only flakes that I've found requiring an hour drying time would be the Sam Gawith flakes.