Trying to find the best Bay Rum.
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Trying to find the best Bay Rum.
Here is some info on Bay Rums LOL
http://straightrazorpalace.com/presh...arade-atc.html
Just a few :p
Glen, you link fast, I was stumbling around trying to link that and you come along and....bam, done.
gs SIXGUN = Quiksdraw.... my brother hehehe
Plus it was my old thread so I know exactly what to punch in for the search :)
I love the Ogalalla and you can get the double strength one like I did.
I like Pinuad and one that I used up called Royall Bay Rhum ...... pretentious name but didn't cost an arm and a leg and it is good stuff. I'm too cheap to buy the expensive stuff.
+1 on that. Their Lime and Peppercorn is quite nice, as well. They have a really nice feel for the face from the witch hazel in there.Quote:
Originally Posted by EggSuckingLeech
I actually really like the Pinaud one too. I somehow feel like the Ogallala is more "authentic" but I use both. To be honest, I LOVE the Ogallala Bay Rum and Sandalwood. I bought a sample pack from them which gives you a bunch to try. I only wish the Sandalwood could be gotten in double strength and I would be all over it...
+1 on the Ogallala.
And +1 to their stuffing a load of freebies in with each order.
I know Bay Rum can vary a lot from brand to brand but the Pinaud stuff really isn't Bay Rum it's really a clove spice concoction. The last time I bought some I thought it was way watered down from what it used to be.
I'm partial to Captains Choice. I love it. And its locally made.
+1 for the Captains Choice Bay Rum.Quote:
Originally Posted by OCDshaver
My personal favourite is Dominica. I still haven't tried Royall though.... been saying that for 4 years now lol
Krampert's Finest Bay Rum is quite enjoyable and doesn't contain alcohol. I will also +1 for the Captains Choice Bay Rum.
the replies help alot thanks to everyone for your help
One other thing you might enjoy. I just shaved this morning with W.M. Neumann's Bay Rum soap. Nice!
My personal favorite is TOBS- nice sting and great staying power! Too much and you'll smell like a 1940's French hooker! Not too too expensive either....
Wait what are ya talking about again ???? :rofl2:Quote:
Originally Posted by anthogia
Gotcha Tony :p
Haaa! In all seriousness TOBS is a great way to go for bay rum!Quote:
Originally Posted by gssixgun
I just ordered a bottle of Ogallala... And I am hoping for the best. I do have a question though. Does anyone use the decanter and what might be the advantages?
I lucked out at the last Yakima meet and took home the latest Ogalalla scent "Cedar & Sage Bay Rum" I don't quite like it as well as the "Sandalwood Bay Rum" that he also makes but both are nice diversion from the standard Bay Rum...
There are basically two distinct types of scents with the Bay Rums...
The "Cowboy style" like Ogalalla with the heavier Clove & Cinnamon notes
The "Island style" like Dominica with the lighter spices and more of the Bay Leaf scent..
There are of course combinations and variations along these two lines also, usually you will find the heavier scents tend to be the longer lasting of the variations..
Just got my order of Ogallala in and I have got to say the scent is pure manly. :dropjaw: Came with a couple samples of cologne. After smelling the Limes and peppercorn I have to wonder how the sandalwood smells. Might be a good investment. Now to see if the lady friend likes original.... :w
Still a big fan of Ogallala Limes n Peppercorns mmm.
Perfect timing for this thread as I'm in the process of making my own Bay Rum after shave. Taking everything that was said into account, my base will be a good quality Russian Vodka and(if I wont drink it I wont wear it)Myers Jamaican Rum.All spice, peppercorns, grated ginger, grated orange, lemon and lime rind, a vanilla bean, and two types of cinnamon stick. Since I cant find the actual Bay leaf needed I have found the oil so that is what Ill use. Trying to think of other ingredients to add without over adding(if i havent already) then let sit for a couple of weeks even thought Im using the oil instead of leaf to really bring out the scents.
Sorry on topic; There is a local Bay Rum after shave here, Humboldt Bay Rum Aftershave and its incredible, strong scent not much for a burn but stays on for hours. Real rum in it, only down side is I wake wanting to lick my face after a shave. If anyone happens to want some I could pick it up for them.
Respectfully,
Christian
This is the one scent that always eluded me. With all the great insight here, I think I need to pop for a bottle.
Thanks one and all!!! :tu
Last week this thread really wet my appetite for a new bay rum. I ordered the Ogallala sample pack. How is it that I've never tried Ogallala before. Wow, these are some bold aftershaves. Really,really nice. BUT they are not really bay rum. They are wonderful scents but not what you'd expect for a bay rum. Great stuff. But what one will I reorder? Tough to say. The cedar and sage seems to be in front but the lime peppercorn is great too. If you haven't tried Ogallala, give the sample pack a shot. You'll be as undecided as i am.
Ogallala Bay Rum & Sandalwood aftershave. Hands down the best I've used so far.
Still a noob as far as straights, but DE for a whole and love all Captain's Choice BR scents regular BR, Cat O Nine Tails(burns good) and the new Lime scent which is fantastic. Although none of them will stick around an extremely long time. Enough to finish off a great shave.
I like Dominica too, I find it has a 'sweeter' smell. I like Pashana Bay Rum Hair Tonic too...
Been using Clubman's Bay Rum, which I really enjoy, but it doesn't last very long like I'd like for it to.
Sorry to say, but Clubman's has the reputation for the longest lasting BR scent (my experience as well), which isn't very long in the scheme of things. I doubt you'll find something else that will knock your socks off in the scent longevity department. It's just not a scent that's made to last :(Quote:
Originally Posted by Chreees