An Update On Sir Walter Raleigh Aromatic

[carolinasmokes]

After smoking SWRA all day for the past several days I have come to realize it is not going to be an all day smoke for me, it's just too sweet. A Cob, Carter Hall and Coffee every morning is the only way to start a day. So Carter Hall is back to riding shot gun again and SWRA has been relegated to the back seat. I really liked SWRA and glad I decided to try it, it will most definitely remain in my rotation for that sweet after dinner smoke each evening.

 

[BarrelProof]

After smoking SWRA all day for the past several days I have come to realize it is not going to be an all day smoke for me, it's just too sweet. A Cob, Carter Hall and Coffee every morning is the only way to start a day. So Carter Hall is back to riding shot gun again and SWRA has been relegated to the back seat. I really liked SWRA and glad I decided to try it, it will most definitely remain in my rotation for that sweet after dinner smoke each evening.

Well-played.

 

[Casual]

What about SWR (non-A)? I always wonder why the aromatic gets all the attention.

 

[LOREN]

Is SWR-Aro just SWR-non aro with the liqueur toppings added?

 

[mso489]

I don't smoke anything all day, but I can certainly appreciate the point. Even less sweet aromatics can get a little tired. I like them as a change of pace. Non-aromatics, if you like the blend, wear better over time.

 

[burleybreath]

Is SWR-Aro just SWR-non aro with the liqueur toppings added?

No.

 

[carolinasmokes]

What about SWR (non-A)? I always wonder why the aromatic gets all the attention.

It would definitely be in the running for top spot if Carter Hall should be discontinued in the future.

 

[olkofri]

I've never gotten the "all day smoke" thing. Why would I want to smoke the same thing all day? I don't eat nor drink the same thing all day, not even every day. Variety is the spice of life and all that. Even latakia has its place.

 

[elvishrunes]

I bought a pouch after all the cult crowing about it, SWR-A, SWR this, SWR that, meh it was Ok…. Lovely smell, a boozy liquorice chocolate truffle thing, with an ultra light burley underneath. It’s currently in my cellar after one bowl. If I had nothing left to smoke I’d be more than happy with it, and I really like the pouch I use it all the time, but other that, not sure what the fuss is…

 

[weezell]

Bought a tub, tried to get in to it. Didn't happen. Donation to Jim after that...

 

[FurCoat]

I like them both but perfer SWR. If you are looking for something in the burley family with a light topping I would suggest Granger.

 

[JimInks]

Bought a tub, tried to get in to it. Didn't happen. Donation to Jim after that...

And I was happy to get it. Still have a little of it left. Thanks again, buddy.

 

[bullet08]

If you folks don't like SWR and A, try Velvet. I assure you, you'll be asking to smoke SWRA again.

 

[carolinasmokes]

I've never gotten the "all day smoke" thing. Why would I want to smoke the same thing all day? I don't eat nor drink the same thing all day, not even every day. Variety is the spice of life and all that. Even latakia has its place.

Carter Hall is my preferred smoke over others in my rotation and what I carry in my pouch if out and about for the day. It's not the only tobacco I smoke. Just for the record.

 

[puff_not_snuff]

How old is he?

 

[telescopes]

Even latakia has its place.

Hush. Latakia, like Memphis BBQ, is pure joy!

 

[LikeDadDid]

not sure what the fuss is…

For me, it got a little boring...or so I thought after smoking a bunch. Like @olkofri said, variety seems to be key. I smoked a bowl of SWR yesterday and it was wonderful. Warm, mellow, malty. Just what I needed. And I love the easy packing it gives.

 

[RookieGuy]

I've never gotten the "all day smoke" thing. Why would I want to smoke the same thing all day? I don't eat nor drink the same thing all day, not even every day. Variety is the spice of life and all that. Even latakia has its place.

A lot depends on what you consider an all day smoke to be. I know I deal with limitations on physical storage and smoking time. In a 10 hour day, it's about a bowl and a half. A cob or basket pipe, pouch, nail, lighter, and the same 5 minute smoke breaks everyone else gets. In the evening, it's time to switch it up.

 

[olkofri]

A lot depends on what you consider an all day smoke to be. I know I deal with limitations on physical storage and smoking time. In a 10 hour day, it's about a bowl and a half. A cob or basket pipe, pouch, nail, lighter, and the same 5 minute smoke breaks everyone else gets. In the evening, it's time to switch it up.

Well, I had never seen it that way. I had always thought the term referred to having several bowls a day all of the same blend.

But yes, some do put the pipe away for a while rather than finish the bowl in one fell, if slow, swoop.

RE: SWRA, I ordered a pouch. In 3-4 weeks, and if I don't have to send it back, I'll be able to see what you all are talking about.

 

[Chasing Embers]

I had always thought the term referred to having several bowls a day all of the same blend.

Or days or weeks like I do.