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I agree that, with experience, pipe smokers can probably improve most blends by mixing with others. Experienced forum member, Ted, has done all kinds of experimenting, including making his own toppings/casings. It’s a fun pastime with potentially great outcomes.

The quality of the leaf - depending on genetics, growing, drying and curing methods - plays a huge role too.

Howdy Tuna

Black Bayou Mist is no slouch it's own self. 

I think it's rated 3.0 with a few reviews. I consider anything 3 or above pretty strongly favored.

F&K does pretty good latikia imo. Glad you tuned it up for your taster.

Hello and welcome to the forum!

Hello and welcome to the forum!

Thanks for the tip.

Just a side note, you may want to change your username to something other than your emails address...

Hello and welcome here 🍻 

Hello and welcome from California