Ozark Wizard
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Merry Christmas!
BCF ODF in a cob. Water from the well to pair. Mozart on the speakers.
BCF ODF in a cob. Water from the well to pair. Mozart on the speakers.
Love the cutty shape. BTW, and sorry if this has been brought up before; but what EXACTLY is Cowboy Coffee?Braved 18F on the patio with a virgin Ropp Vintage Cutty filled with Penny Farthing. Pipe arrived yesterday and it brought out new dimensions to this beautiful, shag cut tobacco. Cowboy Coffee at hand.
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Now, about Cowboy Coffee:
Nice Stanwell. Very similar to one I have. Supposed to be a Lars Iverson inspired hand carved. Hang in there with the Resistance.The Greek Pipe Smoking Resistance sends a message to all the pipe smokers around the World, ''Don't give up the fight !"
Skandinavik Sungold.
Another Rattray's Good Deal came in today. This is also a rusticated Billiard, about an inch longer than the other one. This had a 9mm filter which I removed. Sipped and savored another bowl of C&D Black Frigate. Wow, this is a terrific tobacco! This is a dynamic duo; one light after the char is all it took. Bowl smoldered and offered rich, creamy smoke and swirling flavors for an hour.
Enjoyed post supper on the patio as snow clouds begin to gather. Very peaceful experience with a cup of Cowboy Coffee at hand.
Now, about Cowboy Coffee:
I was told that the Black Frigate "ghosted" me. However, I did not offend myself, so I let it be (Hah!). I do stay away though to tobacco that smells like I rolled around in an ashtray (ciggy smell).Paul, have you tried McB's plum cake navy? Any comparison to Black Frigate? Also, one reviewer on TR said BF left the smell in his clothes, hair, etc. I found this to be the case with H&H 10 to midnight. Great taste but you need a shower afterwards, lol. Same with BF?
Don't know about BF, but when I smoked H&H 10 to midnight I came inside smelling like I had slept on top of a campfire all night.I was told that the Black Frigate "ghosted" me. However, I did not offend myself, so I let it be (Hah!). I do stay away though to tobacco that smells like I rolled around in an ashtray (ciggy smell).
Have not yet tried the McB Plum Cake.
Interesting how particular pipes can change a blend. Found this with fusiliers ration. Tried in 4 different pipes. Totally different in each.Late morning side by side tasting of C&D Three Friars in a Ropp Vintage Liverpool vs a Tsuge Tasting Billiard. Quite interesting how different this tobacco can taste between different pipes.
The Ropp had a "wider" flavor spectrum...more high notes and less sweetness. However, the darker bottom flavors were not prevalent. The pipe smoked like a dream.
In the Tsuge, it brought out more interplay between the Burley and Virginia and sweetness that was not found in the Ropp. The Tsuge has more "focus" to it.
And odd thing though...the Tsuge was smoked for the first time a few days ago and after that first use, the stem seemed congested. I keep really clean pipes and taking it apart, there was no apparent restriction to the airway, however it did not draw like before. Had to bring out a 3mm needle file and it brought it back to "factory" condition. Smoked beautifully this morning.
I told the Tsuge; "Well, looks like you found your dance partner. You're dancing much better today. It helps when your shoes fit, doesn't it?" She sent a lovely plume skyward in agreement.
And yes, Cowboy Coffee at hand.
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