Hi all... happy to be joining this group from the Los Angeles area. Been smoking the better part of 25 years, both cigars and pipes. While I prefer the cigar when smoking with buddies (which is rare now), I find myself smoking my pipes daily as it's honestly good for my soul. The simple act of taking time for a smoke helps to keep my thoughts clear and my stress managed. Working from home, I've been blessed with the opportunity to enjoy this hobby probably more than I should. No complaints about that.
Anyhow, I'm a big fan of the straight virginias and Va/Pers (so a huge fan of the Ken Byron offerings), and some of the orientals (McC Drama Reserve is my favorite). Not a huge latakia-forward guy, so I generally shy away from the English blends. I've had a bunch, generally speaking I've enjoyed them, but rarely feel the need to go back for more. And it's worth noting, I've got absolutely no ability to explain what I taste. Easy to say if I loved a tobacco, liked it, hated it, etc... but don't ask me why.
Happy Piping.
Anyhow, I'm a big fan of the straight virginias and Va/Pers (so a huge fan of the Ken Byron offerings), and some of the orientals (McC Drama Reserve is my favorite). Not a huge latakia-forward guy, so I generally shy away from the English blends. I've had a bunch, generally speaking I've enjoyed them, but rarely feel the need to go back for more. And it's worth noting, I've got absolutely no ability to explain what I taste. Easy to say if I loved a tobacco, liked it, hated it, etc... but don't ask me why.
Happy Piping.
