Mad Fiddler flake from C&D. Recently mentioned in the SP mystery review. I just had to open my 5 year old tin and smell it for myself. The aroma tells me this might be the perfect Christmas season blend.
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Just recently added a tin of Mad Fiddler to my 20%off C&D order from SP.com. Sounds like it ages well.
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I’m stoked to smoke some on a walk tonight. Hopefully works well in the cold. And I just put in a purchase with a friend for two more tins to put away for another 5 years.Just recently added a tin of Mad Fiddler to my 20%off C&D order from SP.com. Sounds like it ages well.
This is a tin of Solani Aged Burley Flake from 2016.
The seal was perfectly intact and, as you can see, there is minimal signs of rust around the edges of the tin. I think this tin would easily survive another 10 years at least.
The seal was perfectly intact and, as you can see, there is minimal signs of rust around the edges of the tin. I think this tin would easily survive another 10 years at least.
(description taken from my post on another forum thread)
Sticking with the Heritage line for now, and the RMC 5 Year Matured Virginia is a standout. Kohlhase & Kopp based this on the classic Dunhill Three Year Matured Virginia, keeping the core recipe intact while extending the aging process. Ribbon cut, loose enough to pack easily. Composition: matured Virginia tobaccos (aged 3–5 years, primarily from Carolina and Zimbabwe sources, giving that grassy-hay base with subtle citrus and dark fruit notes). No toppings or flavors—just straight Virginia. Tin note: musty hay with a light sweet fruit edge (some pick up apricot). In the bowl: grassy and citrusy upfront, earthy undertones, mild sweetness without cloying. Strength 2/5, nicotine low but present. Burns even and cool, no bite, room note tolerable (light hay). Personally, I’m impressed—smooth, balanced, and reliable for daily smoking. TobaccoReviews averages 3.2/4, with most praising the natural Virginia depth and lack of harshness, though a few note Orientals feel more prominent than in the original Dunhill (adding floral spice without overpowering).
Sticking with the Heritage line for now, and the RMC 5 Year Matured Virginia is a standout. Kohlhase & Kopp based this on the classic Dunhill Three Year Matured Virginia, keeping the core recipe intact while extending the aging process. Ribbon cut, loose enough to pack easily. Composition: matured Virginia tobaccos (aged 3–5 years, primarily from Carolina and Zimbabwe sources, giving that grassy-hay base with subtle citrus and dark fruit notes). No toppings or flavors—just straight Virginia. Tin note: musty hay with a light sweet fruit edge (some pick up apricot). In the bowl: grassy and citrusy upfront, earthy undertones, mild sweetness without cloying. Strength 2/5, nicotine low but present. Burns even and cool, no bite, room note tolerable (light hay). Personally, I’m impressed—smooth, balanced, and reliable for daily smoking. TobaccoReviews averages 3.2/4, with most praising the natural Virginia depth and lack of harshness, though a few note Orientals feel more prominent than in the original Dunhill (adding floral spice without overpowering).
