Opinions on Toasts

I misread this as ‘onions on toast’ which sounds lovely, maybe with sliced frankfurters and mustard.

WoS No 22 is my favourite snuff. I read somewhere that it may not suitable for beginners, so I ordered a tin immediately :slight_smile: The first pinches were appalling (tears in my eyes, the snuff went into my throat, my nose started to flow…) so the first encounter was a real bust in the nose (but I felt something wonderful in that moment as well). Two days later I filled my Posh bullet with it again (I am a stubborn guy), and realised that my strong sniffing was the problem earlier. I have to sniff it calmly, and the experience will be perfect. I tried several types of snuff so far, but none of them give me this perfect enjoyment. Now No 22 is my every day snuff, and I think I should try other toasts as well.

Almond toast is the cat’s meow.

Lime toast is the Lions roar.

W&H is the tigers growl

Natural Toast is the tortoises hiss ;-). In a good way like lol. I own a tortoise. Stefan

I’m very fond of my tin of Tranter’s #21. Very buttery and smooth; less nut/almond than #22/HDT and none of the bergamot and citrus that Wilson’s #20 has.

Thanks guys for your opinions. I’m yet to try all of the recommendations but I’m happy to take my own time on that. It seems that you all had an awful lot to say about toasts! The ones I’ve tried and enjoyed are Toque’s Natural Toast, WoS #22, Toque’s and Toast and Marmalade. I tried Toque’s Lime Toast and thought it tasted like disinfectant! The lime flavour is overpowering. Not to my liking! Sorry. On my next order from Toque will be Bourbon, Whiskey and Honey and that new one, Almond Toast. I think I’ll give F&T HDT a go. With that many mentions it can’t be bad! Thanks

Have some IDL (Irish D Light) 22 on order so may give an opinion after comparison. F&T is good for me also. Think I will have an IDL just now in fact since you mentioned it.

@heluvagi Perhaps you should let it breath if really fresh. Try again after a few minutes.

This may get rid of the “disinfectant” smell which is actually a good thing. Indicates freshness.

@Heluvagi I do really like the Wilson’s 22 and it is on my “A” list. Hard to compare as my IDL (Irish D Light) is quite nice also. IDL is a very fine grind. Be aware !

I did not like the scent of Lime Toast either but after a few seasons the scent has faded into something quite nice.

Lime Toast reminds me(somehow) of Saddle Soap. Days gone by of polishing tack at the Horse Shows.

I did not like the scent of Lime Toast either but after a few seasons the scent has faded into something quite nice.

You know, it’s funny you should say that. I just tried it again yesterday and it was much better… Now that the aroma has faded. :slight_smile:

@Heluvagi I have a very similar experience. After reading so many positive things regarding IHD No.22 from Wilson’s I thought if I wanted to experience a toast this would be it. I find it doesn’t agree with me and I find the scent almost sickening. This applies to any toast I’ve tried. It’s odd because I love smoked foods and thought this would fit right in, but it get’s to a point where it smells like sweet burnt tires and I have to put it down. Perhaps the #20 would be more to my liking. In the end though, I’m not a fan of IHD No. 22

Almond toast is the cat’s meow.

Lime toast is the Lions roar.

W&H is the tigers growl

F.U.B.A.R Toast is the dogs bollocks.

I haven’t heard much about Wilson’s #21 and have some on order just to try it. Is it any good? I guess if it was awesome like #22 is (I loved it) or if it was horrible, I would hear more. Also have some Samuel Gawith IDL coming in and am pretty optimistic about it, lots of folks seem to like it.

I like Wilson’s 21. A little easier to take. Not quite as fine or dry. Still a very good toast in my opinion.

Are there any medium grind, med-high moisture Toasts? I just got G&H Irish D and Wilsons #22 and find them to be too dusty and dry at the moment.