Beardedpipesmoker
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Feb 26, 2018 0:29:11 GMT -5
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Post by Beardedpipesmoker on Feb 26, 2018 0:29:11 GMT -5
Alright guys I'm looking to expand my cellar, so in true group forum I'd like to take suggestions by hearing some top 5s from you guys. Preferably things that can still be purchased lol
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Post by zambini on Feb 26, 2018 0:35:44 GMT -5
Keeping in mind my limited experience and emphasis on orientals I'd suggest:
Skiff, Presbyterian, Vintage Syrian, Durbar, and Match Holiday. In all honesty those P&C Match blends have been a great buy so far.
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Post by slowroll on Feb 26, 2018 1:02:06 GMT -5
C&D byzantium and Engine 99, MacB HH Vintage Syrian, Sammy G Skiff and Squadron Leader. You'll note I'm a lataholic.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2018 1:25:59 GMT -5
Speaking strictly in terms of those still somewhat available through etailers in no particular order:
1. GLP Quiet Nights pushes all the same buttons as Penzance for me.
2. Uhle's Burley - 00, Perfection Plug or #300 - I think you have to call them now?
3. Watch City Slices
4. Rattary's Marlin Flake
5. Solani #660 Silver Flake
If one can wait five years, Mac Baren Va #1 ages and mellows magnificently.
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Feb 26, 2018 1:35:22 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2018 1:35:22 GMT -5
Byzantium
Distinguished Gentleman
Sutliff Black & Gold
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Post by Dramatwist on Feb 26, 2018 4:46:02 GMT -5
...none of my top 5 are available anymore, so...
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Post by scrooge on Feb 26, 2018 6:42:35 GMT -5
Five Brothers "of course"
NightCap
royal Yacht
965
Early Morning
Jack Knife Plug
The Dunhills you need to get now. Still easy to get an Kinda cheap. Cellars very well.
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Post by Dramatwist on Feb 26, 2018 7:38:03 GMT -5
...of what's available now...
Frog Morton
Bengal Slices
Erinmore Flake
Celtic Mist
Perfection
...subject to change at any moment...
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Feb 26, 2018 7:41:00 GMT -5
Post by cappadoc on Feb 26, 2018 7:41:00 GMT -5
I would suggest H&H El Niño and Viprati to lessen the Latakia loaded suggestions above.
Also, Savinelli Brunello Flake and Solani Silver Flake are excellent.
If you want a good tobacco based aro, I have recently been smitten by Erik Stokkebye’s 4th generation Family Reserve. Tastes like a good VaBur and smells wonderful.
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Post by That Falls Guy on Feb 26, 2018 8:08:22 GMT -5
Frog Morton Craftbury Series
McCrainies Red Ribbon
Sir Walter Raleigh Aromatic
Lane Limited Ready Rubbed
Dunhill Early Morning
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Post by Lady Margaret on Feb 26, 2018 9:55:35 GMT -5
my current top five:
1. C&D Cross-Eyed Cricket (English Aromatic)
2. C&D Gentleman Caller (Aromatic with Deer Tongue)
3. C&D Bow-Legged Bear (English crumble cake)
4. C&D Captain Bob's Blend (English Aromatic)
5. SPC Narrows Bridge (Aromatic, Cherry)
it's also an unwritten rule here that everyone has one tin of Edward G. Robinson blend, lol
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Post by Wolfman on Feb 26, 2018 9:59:42 GMT -5
It's my opinion you should cellar what you love the most. As recent events have shown, what's here today maybe gone forever tomorrow.
My 'top five' are :
(1) H&H Louisiana Red
(2) GLP Stratford
(3) H&H Viprati
(4) RO Series Perique Blend GP-11
(5) Peretti no. 8 Slices
I could list at least 5 more to that list.
I recommend stocking up on anything first produced after 1/31/2007, as that's the FDA ''deeming date'. Many of my favorites were produced after 2007.
Good luck and let us know what you decide on.
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Post by Ronv69 on Feb 26, 2018 10:55:00 GMT -5
I would be hesitant to make suggestions without knowing what you like. Some of the previous recommendations are mutually exclusive, IMHO.
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Feb 26, 2018 11:06:13 GMT -5
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Post by Matthew on Feb 26, 2018 11:06:13 GMT -5
For me it would be
1: Sutliff's EGR
2:C&D Oriental
3:Captain Black original
4:Lane Limited Dark Red
5:Nightcap
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Post by sablebrush52 on Feb 26, 2018 11:50:22 GMT -5
I would be hesitant to make suggestions without knowing what you like. Some of the previous recommendations are mutually exclusive, IMHO. Very good point. What do you like to smoke? What have you tried so far and what did you like best? |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2018 13:22:29 GMT -5
Rajah's Court
I am mostly answering with blends I feel would age well
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Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2018 13:33:27 GMT -5
Just noticed SP still has C&D Holiday Blends. I feel those would age well, and I have 1-3 pounds of each in storage
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Post by scrooge on Feb 26, 2018 13:38:49 GMT -5
One of these days I'll try Watch City Slices. One Day!
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Post by username on Feb 26, 2018 14:11:20 GMT -5
In no particular order
Blackhouse
Orlick golden slices
Mcelland 2015
Nightcap
Samuel gawith full Virginia slices
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Beardedpipesmoker
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Post by Beardedpipesmoker on Feb 26, 2018 15:50:52 GMT -5
In no particular order Blackhouse Orlick golden slices Mcelland 2015 Nightcap Samuel gawith full Virginia slices Your username is inspiring. Only joking, I've got one of those on the way, night cap, here's hoping I take to it. |
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Post by Beardedpipesmoker on Feb 26, 2018 15:53:53 GMT -5
I would be hesitant to make suggestions without knowing what you like. Some of the previous recommendations are mutually exclusive, IMHO. Very good point. What do you like to smoke? What have you tried so far and what did you like best? I'm honestly looking to expand my taste. I smoke a lot of Cavendish, but I also like Latakia blends like Frog Morton Cellar and On the Town. I'm looking to branch out my taste, so I want to know your personal top 5. I know taste is subjective, but if I don't like something I just won't like that one, not a big deal. |
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Post by Beardedpipesmoker on Feb 26, 2018 15:54:57 GMT -5
my current top five: 1. C&D Cross-Eyed Cricket (English Aromatic) 2. C&D Gentleman Caller (Aromatic with Deer Tongue) 3. C&D Bow-Legged Bear (English crumble cake) 4. C&D Captain Bob's Blend (English Aromatic) 5. SPC Narrows Bridge (Aromatic, Cherry) it's also an unwritten rule here that everyone has one tin of Edward G. Robinson blend, lol Well, I guess that'll have to be my first grab then. |
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Feb 26, 2018 16:46:22 GMT -5
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Post by Ronv69 on Feb 26, 2018 16:46:22 GMT -5
Well, here goes.
Wilke #191
Wilke Pipemakers Choice
Wilke #515
Frog Morton Cellar
P&C Candy Cane Cocoa
Old Joe Kranz
All of the Wilke blends are top notch, and priced accordingly.
Check out the blends on Tobacco Reviews. Com before you buy.
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Post by Baboo on Feb 26, 2018 17:45:37 GMT -5
One of these days I'll try Watch City Slices. One Day! PM me your address... |
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Post by scrooge on Feb 26, 2018 17:58:13 GMT -5
Thank You Baboo!!
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Post by Lady Margaret on Feb 26, 2018 18:37:36 GMT -5
my current top five: 1. C&D Cross-Eyed Cricket (English Aromatic) 2. C&D Gentleman Caller (Aromatic with Deer Tongue) 3. C&D Bow-Legged Bear (English crumble cake) 4. C&D Captain Bob's Blend (English Aromatic) 5. SPC Narrows Bridge (Aromatic, Cherry) it's also an unwritten rule here that everyone has one tin of Edward G. Robinson blend, lol Well, I guess that'll have to be my first grab then.
it's a pleasure to enable 
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Post by That Falls Guy on Feb 26, 2018 19:20:10 GMT -5
I would be hesitant to make suggestions without knowing what you like. Some of the previous recommendations are mutually exclusive, IMHO. A very good point RonV. If I were to smoke some of the blends recommended by some of the other members, I think that I might be dead by now! |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2018 20:54:53 GMT -5
Rattray's Hal O the Wynd
Solani 656 Aged Burley Flake
Orlik Golden Sliced
C&D Dreams of Kadath
Sutliff Ready Rubbed Match
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Post by cigrmaster on Feb 26, 2018 21:36:46 GMT -5
This list is readily available at the larger on line retailers. I know the OP said top 5 but I have reading comprehension issues.
Capstan Blue Flake VA flake
Dunhill Navy Rolls or Escudo Vaper flake
Mac Baren Old Dark Fired Vabur flake
Solani 633 and Silver Flake Vaper and Vabur flake
Peterson Irish Flake and Perfect Plug Vabur flake and Vabur plug
Aromatic= Cult Blood Red Moon
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