Blender's Gold Royal Cherry Cavendish

Blender's Gold is some of the best tobacco going. Especially if you're on a budget. As I have learned, never smoke OTCs straight out of the tub or pouch. Personally, I like BG's Burley and Black. The Rich Vanilla and Royal Cherry are blends I'll smoke once in a while. That being said, I recommend placing the leaf on a baking tray for 24 hours at 74-76 degrees. For a quicker drying time, place the tobacco outside during the warmer months. Crushing down the tobacco will not only make it easier to load, but this will bring out all the flavors and give longer puff time. Give the bowl a good charring, then wait a few minutes before tampering and relighting. The characteristics are more mellow, with a bread-like sweetness. When I stopped at the halfway mark and came back to it later, it was creamy with a cherry cordial note- hint of floral. Caution: it can ghost your bowl if not dried properly. It may overpower when mixing. So use sparingly if your're adding to homemade blends. Given the price and overall experience, I'll be generous and give this four stars.