Anthology coming back
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I thought last year was a one time release. I grabbed 2 lbs and have really been enjoying its "evolution" over time. Not sure if I'll try this one or not. But I reckon this will be another of C&Ds annual releases and not just a one off. Small Batch releases seem to be their fortay now
I can’t see much overlap between Anthology 2022 and 2023 aside from the inclusion of the same grade of tips C&D used in Carolina Red Flake. That and the name, of course.
They could have called this Annual Virginia Heap, but I guess this is better marketing.
Bought enough to cellar this one. The Georgia “sweet” leaf (same as CRF w/Perique) has my attention. I loved Steamworks and CRF. Planning on breaking in my St. Nick Bing with it 
It's just that last years drop had me under the impression that it was a one time "anniversary blend". Whereas now, I see Anthology probably being an annual release
Same here, just wondering if anyone got it early. Keep me posted on your thoughts of it
Interesting they note C&D doesn't use Gum Arabic to adhere leaf into flakes, makes me wonder if this isn't related to my general problems trying to keep flake tobacco lit.
(My cellar doesn't have much flake tobacco from C&D because I assumed it would burn just as slow as flakes from other blenders. Now after hearing this C&D flakes might require some experimentation.)
(My cellar doesn't have much flake tobacco from C&D because I assumed it would burn just as slow as flakes from other blenders. Now after hearing this C&D flakes might require some experimentation.)
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I purchased two tins the other day. I figured why not, I'll give it a try. I enjoy red Virginia's, so I'm hoping I'll enjoy this one.
I ordered three tins, they should be here in a day or two. I'm usually down for a Virginia flake as long as it's not flavored or cased too heavily.
Apparently I ordered four tins instead of three as I posted above. They arrived today and I was thinking why did I order four tins? I'm smoking my first bowl of the 2023 Anthology. Now I wished I had ordered more! It's a very nice Virginia, with some natural sweetness but I don't detect any casing or top note. I am halfway through the first bowl and I am enjoying the natural sweetness of the tobacco which is burning very well and staying lit. It also has a nice fine ash. As a Virginia smoker I would rate this 8 out of 10 at this point.
Bought some lock picking tools after thinking about it. Still haven't opened last Anthology I bought.
