GH&Co Kendal Mixed in Peterson Sterling 338, helping mama put up some lights on the porch.
***What Are You Smoking, December 2025?***
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Couple of Comoy “seconds” today
Top: Straight Grain
Bottom: Select Straight Grain
They got the grading right from the photos
GLP Union Square in the Select Straight Grain
So much better flavours coming through after a deep clean
Top: Straight Grain
Bottom: Select Straight Grain
They got the grading right from the photos
GLP Union Square in the Select Straight Grain
So much better flavours coming through after a deep clean
Another round of We Three Kings 
, now in the Country Gentleman. Huddling in cold garage.
Taylors of Harrogate Afternoon Darjeeling black tea
, now in the Country Gentleman. Huddling in cold garage.Taylors of Harrogate Afternoon Darjeeling black tea
Next is a bowl of Western Sunrise (Outwest Tobacco/4noggins)
In the Comoy’s Straight Grain (top)
In the Comoy’s Straight Grain (top)
Enjoyed a light snacking, and am a quarter of the way through this bowl of year 2020 D&R Penhooker Silver in a straight smooth brown undated pre-Republic Peterson Shamrock 263 Canadian with a nickel band and a tapered black p-lip stem. Getting ready to clean a few pipes.
Well, the package with the RMC Heritage series has arrived. After the walk, I'll probably start with the 5-Year Matured Virginia.
Ready for a cool walk.
Ready for a cool walk.
Just finished smoking year 2015 Mac Baren Virginia #1 in a straight black 1925 Dunhill patent shell Canadian 33 with a tapered black vulcanite stem. All the ferals came in to eat. Daisy the Feral Princess hissed and swiped at Harry the Hairy twice for getting near her. I tried to comfort the poor fella, but he just wanted to go out. Tomato the Brave followed him out and then Daisy went out. I spent a lot of time keeping them apart so they could eat in peace, and not bother Molly Danger who spent her time lying on the floor watching them. Sleepy Suzy was and is by my side.
Now smoking year 2000 SWRA in a straight smooth 2024 Peterson Red Killarney 264 Canadian with metal accents around the shank and a black acrylic p-lip stem. I should be able to end the day with this smoke.
Luciano Virgin Sandblast Chubby Dublin (GL Pease/Di Piazza Design 2014).
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).
December, yet the young oaks refuse to yield and keep their leaves.
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).
December, yet the young oaks refuse to yield and keep their leaves.
@shanez I see Boddington's has made its way over to the US. Is that can Manchester-brewed, or US made under licence?
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- I laughed out aloud, as most folk abbreviate. Goose grease is a thing, over here, though. Comes in tubs. It is considered matchless for roasting potatoes to accompany Christmas dinner.
Smoking Pegasus In a Savinelli Miele for a nightcap before bed.
Just a quick rant regarding a comment by @MisterBadger above regarding importing beer. Brewed Under Licence / Made under Licence in my humble opinion is the devils work - I've been caught out with Aussie brewed Heineken, Carlsberg and I think maybe even Guinness.
To me it just tastes like an Australian imitation of the real thing, sort of tastes like the original but with the crappy after-taste of generic Aussie beer. Carlton United Brewery are my STG.
Edit to add they even keep the 'Import Quality' on the can or bottle of the BUL stuff - you really have to check the fine print to see it.
Just a quick rant regarding a comment by @MisterBadger above regarding importing beer. Brewed Under Licence / Made under Licence in my humble opinion is the devils work - I've been caught out with Aussie brewed Heineken, Carlsberg and I think maybe even Guinness.
To me it just tastes like an Australian imitation of the real thing, sort of tastes like the original but with the crappy after-taste of generic Aussie beer. Carlton United Brewery are my STG.
Edit to add they even keep the 'Import Quality' on the can or bottle of the BUL stuff - you really have to check the fine print to see it.
Quint's Own in this Michels with a cool fog rolling in off the Gulf
C&D Exclusive in a Abe Herbaugh Large Billiard and Coffee ️ on the side
️ on the side
Good morning, gentlemen. An early start to my smoking day in order to watch the Abu Dhabi Gran Prix. Exclusive in a Castello Old Antiquari panel billiard with Italian Roast on the side.
Peterson DNR in a Pete Derry XL02 Stumptown Evergreen roast coffee 