I've said this before - but this is just a reminder. I'll be breaking BOTL over time in order to get it into a far better place. Just be patient if you can't reach us! We'll be back
Lol - the Face will be widely available, but that is what the event is for - I'm hoping to get a box for the collection, but extra's for smoking, etc... :devil:
And Justin - there's always room for you!
Fired one up last night - it was excellent. Though at about the half way mark, it went bitter for about 10 minutes, it came right back & finished excellent. I am really glad to have grabbed a few of these & look forward to these after a little bit of rest.
I generally do not care for Gran Habano - but I'm smoking a 3 Siglos Edition de Aniversario and I'm happy to say it's not bad at all. The wrapper is quite delicate with at least 4 spots that are torn since lighting, but the draw is perfect, the ash is white, the taste is a good medium coffee...
I liked seeing all the videos of the booths & new sticks - but come on! - Can he hold the camera steady for more than 1.5 seconds at a time?!?!? I get dizzy watchin them!
I was under the impression that they were getting some broadleaf from PA too - the 'key' was HOW they processed the leaf. The source is supposedly in Lancaster - Amish country, which is only about an hour west of me. Not sure if they were buyin the farm or not, but they (Pete & Pepins) have been...
I personally don't care for the Aromatics - but smoke what you like...
The practical problem with aromatics is that they tend to 'ghost' the bowl: they leave flavoring in the bowl. It's also the reason alot of guys dedicate pipes to different blends: anything with cavandish, burley and...