Some smokes were left out and the tobacco got dry so I tore the paper off of one and this was the result.

18 packs of Gauloises brunes (filtered)
10 packs of Gitanes (filtered)
10 packs of Camels nf
5 packs of Rothhandles
1 pack Ernte 23

Added to my rotation

I've heard about this ciggies from my friend and I thought it'll be much more expensive compared to regular Djarum Cigarillos (which I've reviewed) and I'd say this one is much more smoother compared to regular one. you get 12 ciggies per pack instead of 6 per pack which makes it much more worth to buy compared to regular one, and you get that nice tingly feeling on your tongue and a hint of coffee, plus one cigarettes can last you well over few minutes. although this one is a bit quicker to burn than regular Djarum Cigarillos, that cigs can last for 15 minutes i feel like. recommended to buy! and as I said before, you get 12 cigs per pack for Rp 18.500 or 1.02 usd. (and please note that Indonesian rupiah is pretty unstable) it's a good ciggies to buy.

my friend and i are trying cigarettes together, we do live in Europe (Belgium) so we can't try any menthols :(

but we would love some recommendations! what's your favourite?

I remain being the biggest advocate for the Camel Berry Kreteks. They're so good I can't recommend them enough 😼❤️

I was recently able to add this amazingly well-preserved tin of 50 Capstan Medium Navy Cut cigarettes—made between 1937 and 1940—to my collection! Its seal remains completely intact, and the tin is bulging with pressure, which is a sure sign that the cigarettes inside are still fresh and totally preserved after 86 to 89 years.
Capstan was launched in 1893 by W.D. & H.O. Wills. A capstan is a ship's anchor winch, and "Navy Cut" refers to the traditional naval method of layering Virginia tobacco leaves and squeezing them into a dense plug, which allowed them to stay moist and fresh for much longer on sea voyages. Thin pieces called flakes were then sliced off to be smoked, which is how the name "Navy Cut" was derived.
By the mid-20th century, it was a best-seller across the British Empire, marketed as an affordable yet high-quality blend for the working man. During both World Wars, many thousands of these tins were stamped by the government and shipped to the front lines as part of standard military rations.
Its popularity declined after 1973, when official UK health tables revealed Capstan Full Strength had the highest nicotine and second-highest tar levels on the British market. During this time, consumer demand was shifting toward filtered cigarettes, and ultimately, Capstan cigarettes were withdrawn from the UK market in 1988 after an incredible 95 years on shelves.
Today, the Capstan name survives in its pipe tobacco form, famously remembered as the favorite blend of J.R.R. Tolkien.
To everyone who’s made it this far, thank you! You’re invited to join the CAPC as we open this historic tin on November 14th at The Briary.

Mevius + La Colombe

got them around nyu in nyc

This is such a niche request I know, but I am a former heavy smoker who still occasionally smokes and I have realized that what I really need is the equivalent of half a sky Spirit. Does anyone have any recs for something that might do this particular need justice? I’m in the US, for context, PNW for availability concerns. I know this is on the lightest end for current smokers, but I am hoping the internet will deliver. Thanks in advance!

yes, i work at mcdonald’s

Finally cracked these beauties because I want the case to carry my rollies and a variety of cigs. They were dry but not bone dry. I don’t know if they’ve added more chemicals to cigs recently but these taste nothing like any Camels I’ve had, even filterless. Close to spirits but not quite. It was actually delicious and the seal was perfectly intact. I’ll rehydrate most but keeping some to smoke today as is. A way more enjoyable experience than I even anticipated. Happy weekend all!

Hi anyone familiar with this brand? Are they any good?

I’m used too much rougher smokes. Like Seneca reds or American spirits. I’d describe camel golds as like a cup of tea in terms of the smoking experience, what I’m used to as espresso. Any others I should try if I like a smoother smoke?

I'm gonna be in the downtown area of Tijuana for the first time, where can I stock up on Mexican cigs. Are there any stands or particular shops?

One of the most unique cigarettes pack design I ever find. A pack of 16 cost 25K IDR or $1.3. There's an empty space on the back that says "Mari menggambar" or "let's draw" for you to draw something of course. This one is regular mild variant, there's two other flavored variant such as watermelon and guava.

First time opened the pack it tasted and smells similar to Sampoerna Mild. After a few days it's getting stale and tasted closer to Dunhill mild clove cigarettes. A balance of mildly sweet clove and savory tobacco is the best way to describe the flavor.

Hey there,

I am a EU smoker who's been given the middle finger by the EU banning menthols several years ago (but still allowing vapes with eyery flavor, which the teens seem to enjoy).

I'm taking a trip across the pond and would like to ask you what the best menthol brands are? I smoked Marlboro Menthols, West Ice, Camel Crush (normal & extra metnthol).

Any recommendations? I'm looking for good quality, taste and a good menthol effect :D

Caramel cappucino from our coffee machine in campus, my pre work ritual

In my year long journey back to smoking full time, I'd been avoiding menthols in lieu of actually tasting the tobacco. I knew Marlboro reds were often considered harsh/strong so I'd been trying medium varieties like 27s and Gold Labels, especially when I wasn't trying American Spirits.

Problem is, all of those aren't nearly as popular and thus don't get stocked as often. I was horrified to find I'd routinely been buying smokes from 2022, and decided to bite the bullet on some fresh reds.

These are incredible.