Had to be in Albany today, and stopped by Edleez Tobacco. Great little shop in an upscale area, the staff didn't seem to know much about pipes but they had a very nice and fairly deep selection of tins and tobacco. I picked up a tin of Royal Yacht mostly because I like to buy something when I go to a B&M, but also because Deathmetal has been talking this stuff up.
A couple of observations.
1. Not sure why this is such a polarizing blend.
2. Nice strong VA taste. This isn't as much the sweet (it's there though) as it is the earthy smokey damp characteristic.
3. Not sure what the topping is but I like it.
4. This is a strong blend, it really is quite nice if you like nicotine.
Thanks Deathmetal for turning me on to this blend. I'm sure with a few more bowls I'll decipher all its secretes.
A couple of observations.
1. Not sure why this is such a polarizing blend.
2. Nice strong VA taste. This isn't as much the sweet (it's there though) as it is the earthy smokey damp characteristic.
3. Not sure what the topping is but I like it.
4. This is a strong blend, it really is quite nice if you like nicotine.
Thanks Deathmetal for turning me on to this blend. I'm sure with a few more bowls I'll decipher all its secretes.