But, the proof is in the smoking. The first match was put to work, and my nose was treated to that wonderful campfire and leather smell of smouldering Latakia. The second match, after a careful tamp, brought out that complex, earthy, sweet, symphony of flavours. This is very fine. Very fine indeed.
Words barely do it justice.
I don't know if this is a recent release, or a nicely aged tin, but the various tobaccos have benefited from time together, and they have learned to get along well. With some blends, it seems that one leaf squeezes the toothpaste from the middle, and another leaves the toilet seat up, while yet another leaves dishes piled up in the sink, and all of them, though they like each other fine, have some issues with the other. Not so, here. Husband, wife and kids all get along well, and each, in their own time, has something profound to say. Sometimes, the conversations get a bit heated, but this family always goes to bed happy, as will I once this bowl is only a memory.