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Alright, so what is the difference that makes a red virginia so different? I am asking because I have yet to try, but would like to. If I go to my tobacconist and ask him for something from bulk, will I be missing something that will make it worthwhile to purchase the McLelland's?
It's "tangy". Some people describe it as a "ketchup" taste, although I wouldn't. It's one of my favorite tobaccos.
That would be for you to decide, based on sampling. McClelland's Virginias have that Catsup tang, I suspect due to maybe acetic acid (reminds me of my days in the darkroom) and maybe vinegar as a preservative. That catsup can be diminished by opening the tin a week or two before actually smoking it and by airing it out for a minute each day. I happen to like it. But what distinguishes McClelland's Virginia is the underlying quality of the leaf they choose to use. That tang is just fabulous. You get the tang in lesser amounts with other makers.
I have tried their other brands, and since Ketchup is vinegar I believe you are accurate Sable. I like what I have tried from them so far, and I also like the tanginess. I have some Frog Morton I put in a jar with the cubes 9 months ago, and so far it seems really mellow and that distinguishable tang seems to have mellowed a bit.
I smoke neither Red Virginia's or Latakia so neither will be my answer. Now if I was not able to stock up on their Butera Dark Stoved, I would miss that. What they do with Lemon virginia's is really special.
If you like McClelland's red Virginia, then I recommend that you buy a tin or two of their 40th Anniversary blend. It's one of the best blends they've offered. To make this a can't lose, if you don't like it, I'll buy the tin off of you for what you paid for it.
Sounds like a deal to me Sable! But if I don't like it, how about we make it a trade for something else you would recommend that is not an aromatic.
Syrian.
But I really would rather have a chicken in every pot and a good 5 cent cigar. (As good pipe tobacco would be about 75 cents a pound)
But I really would rather have a chicken in every pot and a good 5 cent cigar. (As good pipe tobacco would be about 75 cents a pound)
Too bad we have to go back to the depression era to get those R.G Dun Panatela Jrs for five cents.
I can do that. Let the tobacco dry for 30 minutes or so before immolating. I usually break it up a bit so that it dries faster and more thoroughly. Too moist and the flavor will be dull.
5100, although I only like light doses of latakia occasionally, Syrian never really impressed me. But, we all have different tastes.
Syrian Latakia would be my vote. There would be a potential for a greater variety of blends as it could be used by every manufacturer. McClelland reds are mainly just made into McClelland blends and some blends from B&Ms. Even McClelland made some good blends with Syrian Latakia.
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