I have some quality aro blends from a B&M that's been in business since 1977. He get's about $70.00 an lb.
When I first started, I picked up some Captain Black White Pouched and found it an improvement over the other drug store blends I'd bought, but you all know the story of aros and beginners..
The Pipe Den in Vero Beach FL (www.pipeandcigar,com)
The ex bought me another lb of Indian River Gold, his best seller, to add to the one I'm already burning.
I highly !! recommend the Royal Poincianna. It's got an amazing smoothness, as do all of Bob's blends really, and they all burn so completely without a lot of work.
If he's open today, I'll be stopping by as I'm in town on a visit from Ocala, which is about 3 hours north.