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sablebrush52

The Bard Of Barlings
Jun 15, 2013
20,978
50,218
Southern Oregon
jrs457.wixsite.com
I'm sorry to hear this, but I've got plenty jarred.

I have to admire Ernie's integrity. When he can't make a blend to his specifications he stops making it. He doesn't pretend he's still making the same blend using substitute ingredients and he doesn't put the same blend in a bunch of differently labeled tins and pretend they're different or new blends. He doesn't engage in any of those tricks.
 

PipesRock

Part of the Furniture Now
Jan 21, 2020
644
4,304
Florida
It is what it is and couldn't have known the 10oz grabbed with the pound of Simply Orange would be my last. As others mentioned, I respect the reasons for the decision for sure. Not to mention I'm sure whatever Ernie comes up with next I'll have to grab a couple pounds of that too.
 

AJL67

Lifer
May 26, 2022
5,491
28,119
Florida - Space Coast
Never heard of them, checked out there site and always try to support the “little guy”, any of their available blends you would suggest in the straight VA / VaPer category, i tend to like my tobacco on the sweeter side. Thanks!
 

Peter Turbo

Lifer
Oct 18, 2021
1,471
11,557
CT, USA
Please post the description of the new blend - all I'm reading is that it's a burley that's meant to be close to the original.

Thanks

"A blend that is decidedly darker and richer than WCS but just as smooth. Look for Waltham Broken Cake by end of August."

Its in the description for WCC Slices.
 

cigrmaster

Lifer
May 26, 2012
20,248
57,309
67
Sarasota Florida
No latakia, it's a Virginia/Kentucky with rum.
If anyone is looking for this same type of blend, GL Pease Navigator is killer. The cut is a weird kind of flake that you can fold and stuff or cube cut easy enough. When fresh, the Kentucky is bold and in your face. The rum is adds sweetness but I couldn't say it tastes like rum or another sweeter liquor. I bought the original release back in 2012.

I did my test tin, smoked a bunch and even though it could be a tad harsh towards the bottom, the potential was totally there. I bought 35 tins for the cellar after my test tin and then I few years later I bought a few more to fill out an order.

If you have the patience the stuff is great. It could also be just as good with only 5 years of age. Th e last tin I opened was some months ago and the tin was bulging big time. when I cracked it I thought a freaking shot gun went off. I am serious I almost shit myself. The tobacco was wonderful, well rounded, smooth, sweet, great Kentucky flavors and that rum still didn't taste like rum but I am not a big rum drinker so who knows. It tasted great.

If anyone tried it let me know what you think. The price is also reasonable as are all of GL Pease blends.
 

ofafeather

Lifer
Apr 26, 2020
2,770
9,071
51
Where NY, CT & MA meet
If anyone is looking for this same type of blend, GL Pease Navigator is killer. The cut is a weird kind of flake that you can fold and stuff or cube cut easy enough. When fresh, the Kentucky is bold and in your face. The rum is adds sweetness but I couldn't say it tastes like rum or another sweeter liquor. I bought the original release back in 2012.

I did my test tin, smoked a bunch and even though it could be a tad harsh towards the bottom, the potential was totally there. I bought 35 tins for the cellar after my test tin and then I few years later I bought a few more to fill out an order.

If you have the patience the stuff is great. It could also be just as good with only 5 years of age. Th e last tin I opened was some months ago and the tin was bulging big time. when I cracked it I thought a freaking shot gun went off. I am serious I almost shit myself. The tobacco was wonderful, well rounded, smooth, sweet, great Kentucky flavors and that rum still didn't taste like rum but I am not a big rum drinker so who knows. It tasted great.

If anyone tried it let me know what you think. The price is also reasonable as are all of GL Pease blends.
I thought Navigator smoked fresh was great so can’t wait to try some aged.
 

mav

Starting to Get Obsessed
Nov 14, 2021
270
1,729
49
Chicago
I didn't realize these guys were in Mass, do you know if they have a store front or is just on-line sales? I visit my Dad about an hour from there a few times a year and it would be great to stop in.
 
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