Esoterica Drop
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Yeah I’ve been keeping my eyes peeled at all the old familiar places that I know haven’t dropped yet, but with a toddler in the house I am not able to employ the diligence I used to when it comes to checking the sites hahaha. Hopefully I’ll get lucky.
Good luck my man. I'm in the exact same boat
I've found relying on vendors to consult their list and call is a good way to miss out. When I was really looking for stuff, I'd be calling them when I became aware of a drop and calling back until I hit. I don't blame the big guys, they sell so much and sell out so quickly, they don't need to be catering to anyone. I don't buy many pipes at all from SP or TP so while my tobacco purchases have been fairly large, from a dollar point of view, I'm probably not all that important to them. 100 tins of Vauen 14 or CVP would sell out in less than 15 minutes if they posted it right now.
You're clearly a legend in your own mind.
Just got another bag of Peacehaven
Let us know your thoughts on this one. I've heard it rumored that Brighton (a favorite of mine) is simply ready-rubbed Peacehaven, but that might be bunk.
Watch City had an Esoterica drop this morning and it got gobbled up pretty handily. There appear to be a few tins of Pembroke left if anyone's looking.
Shit, if that's the case my Peacehaven search just ended. Brighton is ok, but not something worth chasing.
I am the last person to be an authority on Va flakes. @cigrmaster ’s attendant scrapes more Va flake off her shoes each night than I smoke in a month, but I’d suggest Mac Baren HH Pure Virginia flake.
It’s everywhere and really good, even fresh.
Easy:
MacBaren HH Pure VA
KBV Jupiter Slices
GLP Union Square
Capstan Blue
Dan Patriot Flake
Newminster 400
A little tougher but doable with the slightest bit of additional effort:
Astley's No. 44
F&T Special Brown Flake
Sam Gawith FVF
Wessex Campaign Brigade
I'd add Watch City Rhythm and Blues and Simply Red on this list even though they aren't flakes. They are can't miss VA blends.
Thanks! I've tried several on that list and liked them anywhere from "pretty good" (Capstan Blue, GLP Union Square) to "excellent!" (SG FVF). Will try some others there as well.
I just managed to snag a couple of tins of Esoterica Dunbar from Black Cat this morning, and I'm looking forward to expanding my Va/Per experience beyond my usual Stokkebye LNF. Added a tin of Dunhill "Peterson" Flake for good measure just because I have fond memories of Dunhill Flake as just a good bright, grassy Virginia and haven't smoked any in a while.
This is the first time I've found an Esoterica blend I wanted to try "in the wild." Even though I don't really look for unicorn blends, my "rare tobacco" collection is growing... mainly because I put away several pounds of Christmas Cheer and Frog Morton Cellar in 2016 (or thereabouts) when the FDA deeming thing first started to come into play.
This is the first time I've found an Esoterica blend I wanted to try "in the wild." Even though I don't really look for unicorn blends, my "rare tobacco" collection is growing... mainly because I put away several pounds of Christmas Cheer and Frog Morton Cellar in 2016 (or thereabouts) when the FDA deeming thing first started to come into play.
I love Dunbar. It's got an apricot topping that doesn't overwhelm the very fine tobaccos. Give it some dry time as, like Gawith, it's quite damp.
Dunbar is an excellent blend. If you like it don't miss Dorchester and Tilbury next time you get a chance.
Thanks for the tip. I taste a coconut topping (or similar) in Luxury Navy Flake, and I'm hoping the apricot will have a similar effect.
Dunbar was on my short list to try, along with Tilbury since I like burley and am interested in the whole Va/Bur thing, but they were all out of Tilbury. Next time perhaps.
I GOT MANY BAGS AND TINS ON THE WAY NOW DON'T TELL MY WIFE
Where in the Christ did you find MANY bags and tins?!