I know this was a while ago, but i'm growing my first beard and am looking forward to this! I smoke VAs, though, so will have to work on it with something like Black Parrot, Rattrays, or a Gawith. Any suggestions in this line?
I think there is a big divide here between the folks that wanna have a candy type of note vs. a tobacco note here.
Do you want the 'stasche to smell like you've been shoving your face down a box of candy or if you like the smell of a cozy campfire?
I'm a campfire man myself, so I vouch for something latakia; EMP, Squad Leader, Artisan, Chelsea Morning, Quiet Nights,.. Jeez, the hair under your nose is like a friend leading you towards a path of glory.
Aromatics is just a neighbour looking strangely at you from the other side of the street; somewhat friendly but totally uninterested in that path you thought you were destined to tread...