So I'd ordered an ounce of each of Just For Him's Middle Earth Pipe-weed, and sadly to say it all tasted pretty bland, and not too much to say for any of them... not that they're bad, just nothing special. Except Ruins of Isenguard. It was my first blend to try with Latakia in it, and I really liked it but wasn't sure it was the Latakia that I liked about it. Well, it was. I just got some of C&D's Pirate Kake, and now I know I am on my way to becoming a total Latakiaphile. But it's still a bit too strong on my palate for now. So I was wondering what some of you folks might suggest to mellow it down or sweeten it up a little, or perhaps to strengthen the Latakia a bit in Ruins of Isenguard. Would mixing it with some 1Q or BCA perhaps help? I really don't have a clue about it just looking to perfect these blends to what exactly I'm looking for. And before any of you suggest, I did already read the article on "How To Adjust A Blend", but being still new to the subtleties of pipe tobaccos, I'm still left with nothing to work with.
So to sum up: Ruins of Isenguard is great, but I'd like more of that Latakia kick in it, so should I adjust that? Or should I try and mellow down C&D's Pirate Kake which is also wonderful, but a bit too much for me right now?
Thanks for all your help everyone, this forum has been so helpful in my ventures towards perfecting my understanding and enjoyment of the hobby!
So to sum up: Ruins of Isenguard is great, but I'd like more of that Latakia kick in it, so should I adjust that? Or should I try and mellow down C&D's Pirate Kake which is also wonderful, but a bit too much for me right now?
Thanks for all your help everyone, this forum has been so helpful in my ventures towards perfecting my understanding and enjoyment of the hobby!