A Gift For A Friend

[Kingsley]

Hello All,

I’ll be popping into Boswell’s in Chambersburg, PA tomorrow, and I’m looking to pick up a blend for a friend as he can’t make it. I’m looking for recommendations on the best Latakia blends you know of, as he’s a big fan of them. The reason I’m asking is because I abhor Latakia, thus, I have no clue which would be best, and, of course, with a wonderful resource such as this forum, I’d figure I’d have the best chance of finding a good one with help. I’ve gotten him Plum Pudding SPC before, which is his now favourite blend, so, it’s safe to say he enjoys smoky/smokier Latakia blends. I’ve picked up bits and pieces about good Latakia blends, such as G.L Pease’s Maltese Falcon and Ashton’s Artisan’s Blend, but, I’d like to hear other’s opinions. Thank you.

 

[jmill208]

Get Boswells Northwoods. Probably their best latakia blend.

 

[anotherbob]

I'd ask them at the shop what they'd recommend for your friend. Especially since they could discuss that particulars. I'd say get something of their own blends that you can't get elsewhere.

 

[pantsBoots]

They may have some Samuel Gawith in stock. Bothy Flake is fine tobacco, as is Squadron Leader, which is somewhat subdued in the Latakia department.

 

[Kingsley]

Get Boswells Northwoods. Probably their best latakia blend.

I do know like me, aromatics aren’t his particular bag, but I’ll ask about how heavily cased it is when I’m there.

 

[Kingsley]

I luckily only live about two hours away, so, missing out on their house blends isn’t the end of the world.

 

[Infantry23]

I was there last week and they had boxes of Squadron Leader. If you're looking for a Boswell blend I recommend Northwoods. I really dig Imperial English too. For light Latakia try their newer blend, Military Force.

 

[boston]

Great shop. Perfect service. My son enjoys Northwoods best, after trying several similar ones from Boswell. I'd get your friend a sampler!

 

[wyfbane]

Kudos for grabbing a blend for your friend you know you won't like to be around!