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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 11, 2018 23:14:02 GMT -5
For those of you who have tried it, what are your thoughts? Do you think it compares favorably to the original?
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Post by exbenedict on Aug 11, 2018 23:40:16 GMT -5
I never had the original, but I tried a pouch of this last month and it was...ok. It didn't jump out at me as a fantastic blend, but it wasn't bad either. I wouldn't turn it down, but I am not excited to make room in my cellar for it or anything. The original may have been better, but like I said, never had it. Cheers!
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 11, 2018 23:49:38 GMT -5
I never had the original, but I tried a pouch of this last month and it was...ok. It didn't jump out at me as a fantastic blend, but it wasn't bad either. I wouldn't turn it down, but I am not excited to make room in my cellar for it or anything. The original may have been better, but like I said, never had it. Cheers! ...I appreciate your comments... I thought the original was a great all-day smoke, but we're talking 25 years ago, so... |
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Post by peterd-Buffalo Spirit on Aug 12, 2018 6:35:43 GMT -5
… I have some of the "Original" in both regular and full aroma...the new versions compare pretty close to the originals...
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 6:41:25 GMT -5
… I have some of the "Original" in both regular and full aroma...the new versions compare pretty close to the originals... ...thanks, Peter... |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 8:21:03 GMT -5
Amphora Original Brown was one of the 3 OTC blends I smoked from the late 60’s on. I have plenty of the Amphora Original jarred since 2013. What works best is remove all the tobacco from the pouch and mix well in a bowl. Cut up the rough ribbon cut tobacco with a sharp knife or a pair of scissors. Mix well and jar. Smokes best with a minimum of 6 months of aging, after 3 years of aging this blend brings back fond memories 👍👍. For me it’s a Great Match to the Original, I highly recommend giving a pouch a try!!
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 12, 2018 10:08:43 GMT -5
I never had the pleasure of trying the original original. I do like the original though. It would be a trusted smoke for me - one that you know would stay constant despite other external conditions, if you know what I mean.
P.S. I moved this to the Tobacco section.
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 11:50:34 GMT -5
I never had the pleasure of trying the original original. I do like the original though. It would be a trusted smoke for me - one that you know would stay constant despite other external conditions, if you know what I mean. P.S. I moved this to the Tobacco section. Thanks, LL. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 12:49:02 GMT -5
Paddy, if one day you were shipped tobacco’s as a gift would you be taxed on the contents?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 12:59:31 GMT -5
It is okay, but I can definitely live without it. The Virginia Blend is another story and I reordered that without hesitation.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 13:13:35 GMT -5
It is okay, but I can definitely live without it. The Virginia Blend is another story and I reordered that without hesitation. See how subjective pipe smoking is, I’m the exact opposite......everyone’s palate is different. We all still learn from each other👍👍 |
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 13:19:11 GMT -5
It is okay, but I can definitely live without it. The Virginia Blend is another story and I reordered that without hesitation. See how subjective pipe smoking is, I’m the exact opposite......everyone’s palate is different. We all still learn from each other👍👍 Indeed, the continuing dialogue is the thing... even the younger folks teach this old dog something every now and then... |
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 12, 2018 13:54:04 GMT -5
Paddy, if one day you were shipped tobacco’s as a gift would you be taxed on the contents? I don't think so. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 13:55:46 GMT -5
Paddy, if one day you were shipped tobacco’s as a gift would you be taxed on the contents? I don't think so. Usually definitely not if it’s your Birthday....you need to post it....I do....it’s safe👍👍 |
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 12, 2018 14:02:30 GMT -5
Usually definitely not if it’s your Birthday....you need to post it....I do....it’s safe👍👍 I don't understand. I need to post my birth date? |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2018 14:04:06 GMT -5
Usually definitely not if it’s your Birthday....you need to post it....I do....it’s safe👍👍 I don't understand. I need to post my birth date? Within my profile I posted my Birthdate |
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Post by Pistol Pete 1911 on Aug 12, 2018 15:07:08 GMT -5
I don't understand. I need to post my birth date? Within my profile I posted my Birthdate Mine is in my profile also |
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 12, 2018 15:11:35 GMT -5
...I like the way all of our threads veer off into weird places...
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 12, 2018 15:31:13 GMT -5
...I like the way all of our threads veer off into weird places... Lol. It's a map of our minds. |
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Post by roadsdiverged on Aug 13, 2018 17:25:50 GMT -5
...I like the way all of our threads veer off into weird places... I'm guilty of frequently steering things off track. Not this one though. I have never had the "old" Amphora Original and if it wasnt for the BoM, I wouldnt have tried the newer version. I'm glad I did. I blame it for being the tobacco that broke me of my constant rotation of lat heavy englishes. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 13, 2018 18:08:35 GMT -5
...I like the way all of our threads veer off into weird places... That’s fine with me as well, we usually get back on track. Do this on 2 other forums I was once a member of you’d just about get your head chopped off.....actually received nasty PM’s as well.....just gave me that warm and fuzzy feeling...😜😜😜😂 |
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 13, 2018 18:10:50 GMT -5
...I like the way all of our threads veer off into weird places... That’s fine with me as well, we usually get back on track. Do this on 2 other forums I was once a member of you’d just about get your head chopped off.....actually received nasty PM’s as well.....just gave me that warm and fuzzy feeling...😜😜😜😂 ...yes, I was on those forums as well... |
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 13, 2018 18:12:26 GMT -5
...I like the way all of our threads veer off into weird places... That’s fine with me as well, we usually get back on track. Do this on 2 other forums I was once a member of you’d just about get your head chopped off.....actually received nasty PM’s as well.....just gave me that warm and fuzzy feeling...😜😜😜😂 I can pm you if you want, if it makes you feel nostalgic. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 13, 2018 18:14:22 GMT -5
That’s fine with me as well, we usually get back on track. Do this on 2 other forums I was once a member of you’d just about get your head chopped off.....actually received nasty PM’s as well.....just gave me that warm and fuzzy feeling...😜😜😜😂 ...yes, I was on those forums as well... And then you and I grew up....lmao!! |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 13, 2018 18:16:11 GMT -5
That’s fine with me as well, we usually get back on track. Do this on 2 other forums I was once a member of you’d just about get your head chopped off.....actually received nasty PM’s as well.....just gave me that warm and fuzzy feeling...😜😜😜😂 I can pm you if you want, if it makes you feel nostalgic. No nasty PM’s will be acceptable!! Any pleasant PM is fine anytime👌👍 |
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Post by JimInks on Aug 13, 2018 19:17:36 GMT -5
The 1970s version I smoked had a little less chocolate and a tad more Oriental.
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Post by Dramatwist on Aug 13, 2018 19:40:12 GMT -5
The 1970s version I smoked had a little less chocolate and a tad more Oriental. ...the chocolate note was specifically what I was wondering about... thanks, Jim... |
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Post by crapgame on Aug 24, 2018 10:53:30 GMT -5
I like to originals never tried the re release..looks like i may habe to
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