Better Fresh than Aged

[pipesmokingtom]

Taking it as given that "good/better" is subjective and therefore aging doesn't make everything universally "better" just "different," which blends do you prefer fresh out of the tin upon purchase vs. aged. I'm not talking about blends that go over the hill due to fading latakia, etc. but which tobaccos would you actually rather smoke young?

 

[pitchfork]

I think it will age well, but I love the fresh, bright flavors in Union Square.

 

[ashdigger]

Reiner Long Golden Flake is FANTASTIC fresh up to three years, after that it goes flat, IMHO.

 

[pipesmokingtom]

Reiner Long Golden Flake is FANTASTIC fresh up to three years, after that it goes flat, IMHO.

Dissipation of the topping?

 

[backwoodsjack]

I much prefer the fresh taste of Irish Oak. Older tins don't have the tang.

 

[mikestanley]

Maybe Cairo? Maybe. In my opinion, most, not all benefit to my tastes from age, even ancient English blends. Latakia doesn't fade to me, mellows, melds and softens.
Mike S.