Hey Mike,Hello Barry,
Thank you for the welcome. Yesterday I finished up the packet of opened 25g Gold Block I had. But when I opened the sealed packet of 50g Gold Block it was a different level of flavour, wonderful. I'm thoroughly enjoying it.
Yes I understand the new Gold Block is not the same. So at some point I'm going to have to find a new favourite tobacco. Have you found a new tobacco that you like?
Mike
Though previously smoked for the nicotine (began pipe at 18 when you could smoke everywhere - the good old days) either Gold Block or Capstan Blue Ready Rubbed. Choice was limited so you stuck with easily available blends that got the job done. This time around (now 69) I find I'm a tobacco lover and treating it very much as a hobby, more appreciation and exploring the gamut of all blends looking for 'the one' (ha!).
Best so far: Gawith Hoggarth Black & Brown (Cavendish blend - 8/10), Peterson Early Morning Pipe (English blend - 8/10), Rattray's Old Gowrie (Va/Ky/Per blend) - 8/10), Rattray's 7 Reserve (Scottish blend - 7.5/10). Best over the counter: Special Virginia (8/10). Scoring is totally subjective and unscientific.
Next on the list: Samuel Gawith Best Brown Flake (Straight Va), Orlik Golden Sliced (Va/Per), McConnell Original Oriental.
Bet you're sorry you asked!
Good luck on your journey and have fun!
Barry