Granger by Lane

[WVOldFart]

I've got my regular SWR jarred in hopes that vinegar may mellow. It's a bit better but still very sour.

I recommend that you dump your SWR on a flat to dry for a couple days and then jar it up. The vinegar will mostly dissipate. I always felt the original had a touch of vinegar in it, but nothing compared to the STG version.

 

[towhee89]

After spending more time with Granger, I love it. I'll be adding this to my regular rotation for sure.

I was just reading reviews of SWRA and this guy nailed it:

I knew it wasn't my imagination.

Next order, I want to try Velvet, and maybe some Half and Half.

 

[towhee89]

Question. Do you guys know how well STG codger blends stay good in the tub sealed? Are they vacuum sealed? I got a 7oz tub of Granger and Velvet , both made in 2021 , and a 5 pack of swra pouches made in 2020, that are hard as a rock. It's from Tobacco Stock, a company I've never used before and the only reason I did is because they were a lot cheaper for the swra. Now I know why.

When I shook the tubs, they felt and sounded dry, but maybe they're OK. I'm planning on sending it back but I'm just waiting to hear back so they can send me a prepaid return label. I really don't want to take a chance. When I bought a 3 year old pouch of Sir Walter Raleigh at a local store all the flavor had dried off and it was pretty awful. I know the tubs probably will be better off but still. I am kicking myself for not sticking to my usual places.

 

[Waning Embers]

Are they vacuum sealed?

No but they have an adhesive cellophane seal. When you open them don't completely remove the cellophane so you can cover the mouth of the tub before putting the lid back on. I've got tubs of Angler's Dream and Trout Stream nearly ten years old that are fine.

 

[JadeStarCat]

This " Aint " the Grainger I smoked in the 1970s, and in comparison is sorely and most definitely " Lacking."