I've had some aromatics poorly stored over years that smoked satisfactorily. I'm not saying they were life
enhancing experiences, but they were flavorful and extra mellow, and good enough to send me back to buy
fresh tobacco, not out of disgust but out of renewed enthusiasm. Attention to keeping leaf fresh is important,
but it is far tougher and more resilient than you think. Try it, you will probably like it, more often than not.