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  1. K

    Lost in "aromatics"

    So I guess that's what I'm talking about. Amphora is more closely related to what I like than 99% of the US aromatics. I have recently discovered WO Larsen Black Diamond. That's sweeter, but definitely on the good side. I also have been recommended MacBaren Plumcake. Just tried it and it's a...
  2. K

    Lost in "aromatics"

    I don't smoke for others, but I actually care about room note. First because my beard soaks in the room note and I can smell that all day long (let's call that beard note, then). Second because I like my home to smell of pleasant fragance rather than "charred pine wood", or worst, cigarette. I'm...
  3. K

    Lost in "aromatics"

    Thanks again for your help. I tend to be very partial with my likes and dislikes, but this is a reflection of my ignorance. Hope I don't sound aggressive, as I assure you I'm rather mild-mannered. I definitely didn't want to offense St Patrick's smokers, it's just not for me. I gave my tobaccoes...
  4. K

    Lost in "aromatics"

    Thanks a lot for your input. About keeping the blends I don't like, there's a line to be drawn I guess... I kept that Peterson Wild Atlantic (first reaction was "no way, too smokey") and I am happily coming back. I keep some Dunhill 3 year matured Virginia even if that one smokes like cigarette...
  5. K

    Lost in "aromatics"

    Hi, First post here. I've been smoking pipe for several months and never considered "the tobacco side" of the activity, meaning that I buy what's available in my town. Actually, there's a sumptuous tobacco shop here famous throughout the French-speaking part of Europe that regularly sells me...