Cigar recommendations?

[Turtle]

I smoke a cigar almost every day and would like to get feedback form other Wackbaggers who also enjoy fine cigars.

My personal favorite is the La Gloria Cubana Serie R maduro#7. Its a rich full body smoke, good consistancy from one stick to another. I'm on the lookout for other cigars that are not mild.

Sound off cigar smokers.

[TheJew]

I smoke a cigar almost every day and would like to get feedback form other Wackbaggers who also enjoy fine cigars.

My personal favorite is the La Gloria Cubana Serie R maduro#7. Its a rich full body smoke, good consistancy from one stick to another. I'm on the lookout for other cigars that are not mild.

Sound off cigar smokers.
i like dutch masters :action-sm

[al885]

I used to smoke Excalibers alot

[Turtle]

I used to smoke Excalibers alot
Hoyo de Monteray is a good smoke, but I can never get them to burn evenly. Good value though.

[Black Lazerus]

Like a good COHIBA
robusto myself get them from a great shop on 34th

[TheJew]

Like a good COHIBA
robusto myself get them from a great shop on 34th
is that the one kind of accross from penn station?

[hypes]

Arturo Fuente hasn't made a cigar I haven't liked....I'm a huge fan of the Opus X line and the Hemmingway's, but the Gran Reserva and Don Carlos are pretty good too. The Fuente Fuente Opus X are my absolute favorite thou...not for the cheap at heart, they're usually around $20 bucks a pop.

Macunudo's are all right....not great, but all right. Cohbia's are pretty good the few I've found (we don't get a lot of the other name brands here in IA, but the few places I've found do a good job), as are Romeo y' Juliette.

-h

[stokedaspossibl]

I have always been a fan of a good ol Macanudo.
Doesn't get much better than that for me.

[Turtle]

I tried seveal Opus X cigars, didn't seem to me to be worth the money. So hard to get and the price is crazy. I will say the first Opus X I smoked I thought it was great, but that was about 6 years ago and I like stronger smokes now.

[al885]

first real cigar i smoked was a romeo y julieta and i puked

its alot of nicotine

[JoeyDVDZ]

Gotta agree with Fuentes, cohibas, and the macanudos. All excellent, and reasonable. I believe they're grown from cuban seed, even if they're not wrapped in Cuba, so they're really nice. I like the cohibas especially, they have a nice spicy flavor.

[whoisisthis]

all stocked up on the Cohiba Edicion Limitada 2001's...good stuff

[giant pop tart]

all stocked up on the Cohiba Edicion Limitada 2001's...good stuff

did you put 'em on flex pay?
BE DIALING PEOPLE!

I've tried smoking cigars, but I get bored. Go to a cigar bar, one of my friends picks me out a nice one, and after ten minutes I want a cigarette.

[frankjg]

La Glorias are great, so are Padrons, and Indios.. Any Fuente is my all time favorite.. Flor Fina 8-5-5's, Hemmingways, short stories... all great

[TrybalRage]

I like.... err... Philly Blunts.

Expensive cigars always taste like dogshit to me.

:idontknow

[THE FEZ MAN]

Arturo Fuente and baccarat's with the maduro wrapper are fine smokes.

[Turtle]

Seems like a lot of people like; Fuentes, Cohiba (how do you know they are not fake?), and Macanudos.

I had the Partagas Black label (lonsdale) last week and it was great...good full flavor, even cool burn, and had a great aroma.

[ADD Theater]

H. Uppman's. Don Diego Grand Reserves are pretty good as well. Can't go wrong with a Macanudo (I like the Robusto line), either.

[tar_baby]

fuente hemingway here

i also love h. upmann cigars...any type

[THE FEZ MAN]

yes upmanns are quite smooth i like them also although i pre fer a smaller stogie

[tar_baby]

get the fuente short stories...just shorter versions of the hemingways

[Turtle]

When I started smoking cigars I loved the H Upmanns, I haven't had one in years, I'll pick on up on Monday.

[tar_baby]

Rocky Patel cigars are also good

[Sinn Fein]

Macanudo for me as well.

[Turtle]

Macanudo for me as well.

Never been a big fan of the Mac's kind of mild for my taste. You like anything in a maduro?

[stokedaspossibl]

yeah and ashtons another fave...

[THE FEZ MAN]

i love maduro wrappers and other heavy smokes only when i'm drinking dark beer porters or heavy stouts. i love a nice baccarat and a craft brewed porter one that you can chew almost

[calmo el hacko]

dominican cohibas are very nice and pretty economical, but i try to get cubans when i'm up in canada. otherwise, i don't fuck w/ cigars much.

[TaZMaNiaK]

I very rarely smoke cigars, but if it's a special occasion or I feel like having a treat, you can't beat a Davidoff Short Perfecto. They're around $12 apiece, but like I said, it's a treat.. Like that glass of Johnny Blue. Every once in a while you have to be good to yourself.

Come to think of it, I might take a ride over to J&R in the morning. It's been a while! :)

[tar_baby]

ever heard of john t's?....cigars made from pipe tobacco...pretty interesting and they smell damn good but the tobacco is moist so you gotta keep puffing...just like a pipe i guess

[THE FEZ MAN]

i have a pipe that i enjoy from time to time also i like the captn black blue package stuff. i also used to get some stuff that tasted kind of like chocolate all of my nice local smoke shops are gone so now i just say fuck it

[Turtle]

I had a Punch this weekend, a gift from a friend. As far as appearance I would give it a 4 out of 10, lots of veins and was not rolled well. But when I smoked this ugly beast (large double corona) I was blown away. Smooth, even draw, full flavor and a cool even burn. 7.5 out of 10. Anyone else had any experience with Punch ?

[al885]

I had a Punch this weekend, a gift from a friend. As far as appearance I would give it a 4 out of 10, lots of veins and was not rolled well. But when I smoked this ugly beast (large double corona) I was blown away. Smooth, even draw, full flavor and a cool even burn. 7.5 out of 10. Anyone else had any experience with Punch ? Yeah i've smoked alot of them, they have good bang for buck. I forgot all the size names its been a while but i liked the shorter ones

[Jef Leppard]

http://img271.imageshack.us/img271/1460/024358nw.jpg
only way for me

[whoisisthis]

I picked up a box of El Creditos this last week


I think they're dominican....anyways, they're alot smaller than the Cohibas, and burn real smooth. Anyone else into these?

[Death Metal Moe]

I actually started out smoking PUNCH cigars when I was 18. Sorry, I listened to a lot of Rush at that point and he did spots for them.

I am really a cigar smoker without a brand. I'll have to check out some of your cigars. I usually just smoke those little Al Capones from time to time and love clove cigs. I'll usually get a couple cigars from time to time, leave them in my small humidor and smoke them on my way out to jam with my band in PA.

[OnANorton]

Partial to CAO gold my self. Tasty

[AJellyDonut]

Romeo y Julietta Churchills are my favorite. I like to kick back and enjoy them with a nice glass of port wine. Very relaxing...

[Mommadeez4u]

I had a Punch this weekend, a gift from a friend. As far as appearance I would give it a 4 out of 10, lots of veins and was not rolled well. But when I smoked this ugly beast (large double corona) I was blown away. Smooth, even draw, full flavor and a cool even burn. 7.5 out of 10. Anyone else had any experience with Punch ?

I like the Chateau L's from their line. Other than that, I'm addicted to my LGC R Series.

[Turtle]

I'm addicted to my LGC R Series.
Same with me, the # 7 is the best.

As for the Punch cigars, I was pleased with the smoke but as far as appearance, it was shit

[Turtle]

My wife got me a box of Opus X for Christmas, God bless her.

[OnANorton]

My wife got me a box of Opus X for Christmas, God bless her.


Nice, lemee know how they are. Im a Cao gold fella.

[EveryoneHasAIDS]

I know this is a fine cigar discussion and all, but I might be able to find an answer. I like cigars, I smoke them on occasion. From time to time (or cigar to cigar) I get wicked heartburn while I'm smoking. It's not every time though. Do you think it could be a certain type of cigar causing this or am I just a weak stomached vag? Oh, and I don't smoke cheapo cigars. My dad is into cigars and he gives me the good stuff.

[FreeTheCricket]

I wouldn't say I am a cigar "afficionado", but I smoke enough cigars to know that the Cubans I have had have not been as good as I expected. I did some research on this, and the reason I have found is that the Cubans are in such high demand that they don't let the tobacco dry as long as it should, so when they roll the cigars, they are just a little bit "wet". This incomplete dryness leads to an imperfect burn, which results in a tiny bit of ammonia being in the smoke, which can offset the flavor. So, I prefer any high quality Cuban-seed cigar rolled in Honduras or some other third-world carribean country.

[MattyIceGfunk]

The Don Rigo's aren’t bad cigars. I guess the guy was on R&F a little bit ago. My buddy was stationed in Afghanistan for a while and brought me back some Cubans which were pretty awful. Personally I'm a fan of the Cuesta Rey.

[Turtle]

I wouldn't say I am a cigar "afficionado", but I smoke enough cigars to know that the Cubans I have had have not been as good as I expected. I did some research on this, and the reason I have found is that the Cubans are in such high demand that they don't let the tobacco dry as long as it should, so when they roll the cigars, they are just a little bit "wet". This incomplete dryness leads to an imperfect burn, which results in a tiny bit of ammonia being in the smoke, which can offset the flavor. So, I prefer any high quality Cuban-seed cigar rolled in Honduras or some other third-world carribean country.
I've had six Cubans in my life, and none of them met expectations, a lot of hype, a product thats hard to get...supply & demand.

[JoeyDVDZ]

I agree, a good cuban seed is every bit as tasty, maybe more so, than an actual "cuban" cigar. I've enjoyed many a cuban seed dominican wrapped stogie.

[Turtle]

I agree, a good cuban seed is every bit as tasty, maybe more so, than an actual "cuban" cigar. I've enjoyed many a cuban seed dominican wrapped stogie.
Glad you agree, after my last post about Cubans I thought that there might be some backlash.

[AJellyDonut]

I don't know what Cubans some of you fellas are smoking, but I have to disagree. I have been splitting boxes of Cohibas and Romeo y Julietas with my old man for a few years now and they are fanfuckingtastic smokes. If I had a choice, I'd choose them over top shelf dominicans every day of the week. They are worth every penny, right down to the label.

[Turtle]

I don't know what Cubans some of you fellas are smoking, but I have to disagree. I have been splitting boxes of Cohibas and Romeo y Jullietas with my old man for a few years now and they are fanfuckingtastic smokes. If I had a choice, I'd choose them over top shelf dominicans every day of the week. They are worth every penny, right down to the label.
Never got a good clean burn of a cuban, nor a good finish. Not that they were bad cigars, just not what I expected from a Cuban cigar. Sort of like buying a BMW 7, and the alignment is off, the wind noise is there, and the radio is only AM/FM

[AJellyDonut]

Never got a good clean burn of a cuban, nor a good finish. Not that they were bad cigars, just not what I expected from a Cuban cigar. Sort of like buying a BMW 7, and the alignment is off, the wind noise is there, and the radio is only AM/FM

It happens. Hopefully you find a couple you like. There's nothing worse than a shitty smoke and an uneven burn when your expectations are high.

[Turtle]

It happens. Hopefully you find a couple you like. There's nothing worse than a shitty smoke and an uneven burn when your expectations are high.
I agree, & I think thats my point, the rep of Cuban cigars is so high, your expectations are way up, no way they can live up to your expectations. And now with demand up quality control down are they the best cigars in the world? From my own exp. I would say no. But they are still good smokes with great flavor.

[ruckstande]

My favorites are Acid by Drew Estates. The Blonie's are small and sweet. Very tasty. I saw one guy on the board thought the Don Rigo's were okay. Does anyone else have an opinion?

[fothermucker]

Where's a good place to learn about cigars? Is it just trial and error at a local shop or is there a good resource somewhere to learn about the types and characteristics?

[roche]

Where's a good place to learn about cigars? Is it just trial and error at a local shop or is there a good resource somewhere to learn about the types and characteristics?

I used trial and error. Go smoke a few various types, then go back and explain to the guy that runs the shop what you liked. That is when he will show you what you should try next. Rinse, repeat.

[whoisisthis]

I wouldn't say I am a cigar "afficionado", but I smoke enough cigars to know that the Cubans I have had have not been as good as I expected. I did some research on this, and the reason I have found is that the Cubans are in such high demand that they don't let the tobacco dry as long as it should, so when they roll the cigars, they are just a little bit "wet". This incomplete dryness leads to an imperfect burn, which results in a tiny bit of ammonia being in the smoke, which can offset the flavor. So, I prefer any high quality Cuban-seed cigar rolled in Honduras or some other third-world carribean country.


I was not aware of that. hmm..



I smoke Cohibas exclusively, cause I have a shitload of them here, and they make me dizzy. I've noticed that the burn ring will kinda take off in a small section, and be way up the stogie, while the rest is perfectly even. Now I know why

[OnANorton]

By the way i do accept any and all boxes sent to me. Thank you.

[FreeTheCricket]

I agree, & I think thats my point, the rep of Cuban cigars is so high, your expectations are way up, no way they can live up to your expectations. And now with demand up quality control down are they the best cigars in the world? From my own exp. I would say no. But they are still good smokes with great flavor.

Yeah.. I have had Punch, Cohiba, and Romeo y Julietas, and none of them met my expectations. In fact, I think the Cuban-seed Dominican version of each brand is better than the actual Cuban versions. Incidentally, I think I read that stuff about the "off" taste of Cubans in "Cigar Afficionda" magazine.

[whoisisthis]

that's the big dog of the cigar magazines, right?


I may have to get a subscription

[roche]

I have not smoked anything besdies the CAO MX2 cigars in quite some time. Very good smokes.

[FreeTheCricket]

that's the big dog of the cigar magazines, right?


I may have to get a subscription

Yep.. it's kinda like the "Sports Illustrated" of the cigar world. Very good place to start your cigar journey.

[Turtle]

Where's a good place to learn about cigars? Is it just trial and error at a local shop or is there a good resource somewhere to learn about the types and characteristics?
cigars are like food, wine, beer or anything that has to do with personal taste. Go to a shop, ask questions, try thing out and build experience.
When yo go try a few cigar types ( lonsdales, toros, churchhills, coronas) and check out different shades of cigars (start light). As your experience builds your taste will change. Have fun and ask for help at the local shop.

[ruckstande]

I have not smoked anything besdies the CAO MX2 cigars in quite some time. Very good smokes.

Forgot about CAO. Very good choice sir.

[AJellyDonut]

Forgot about CAO. Very good choice sir.

I had one last night. It was a really great smoke.

[ruckstande]

Maybe I will look into buying a box of them instead of the Don Rigos.

[Turtle]

I have not smoked anything besdies the CAO MX2 cigars in quite some time. Very good smokes.
Tried the CAO Brazil it was ok, whats the MX2 like?

[tar_baby]

My favorites are Acid by Drew Estates. The Blonie's are small and sweet. Very tasty. I saw one guy on the board thought the Don Rigo's were okay. Does anyone else have an opinion?

how about the acid nastys?

my dad loves those now...we might agree on something afterall

[roche]

Tried the CAO Brazil it was ok, whats the MX2 like?

It is a double Maduro. Lots of flavor and very smooth. Probally my favorite Maduro.

[Turtle]

It is a double Maduro. Lots of flavor and very smooth. Probally my favorite Maduro.
I'll have to give it a try, I only smoke maduros, the darker and stronger the better. (ding ding ding) for all the golfer comments that will come from this post.

[roche]

I'll have to give it a try, I only smoke maduros, the darker and stronger the better. (ding ding ding) for all the golfer comments that will come from this post.

Then you will love the MX2. Maduros are also my favorites.

[Turtle]

La Gloria Cubana Sere R #7 Maduro is my every day smoke, give it a try and let me know what you think.

[Turtle]

the local cigar shop guy told me to try a cigar called Edge. I got a figuarado, a torpedo, the stick looked good, had a nice firm roll and it looked even and without lots of veins. Turns out it was a good smoke, didn't have a real even burn, but other than that the finish was good, cool even draw and a nice full flavor. Anyone else tried on of these? Price was under $6.

[Death Metal Moe]

Maybe someone in here can help me. A few years ago I bought a Hugh Hefner Signature Series Playboy cigar. I know, sounds stupid, but it was one of the best cigars I can remember smoking.

Anyone have ANY idea what brand I might have smoked? I'd like to try that company's cigars out again even though the Signature Series was discontinued.

[Turtle]

check out Cigar Afficianado on line, they may have some info.

[AJellyDonut]

Maybe someone in here can help me. A few years ago I bought a Hugh Hefner Signature Series Playboy cigar. I know, sounds stupid, but it was one of the best cigars I can remember smoking.

Anyone have ANY idea what brand I might have smoked? I'd like to try that company's cigars out again even though the Signature Series was discontinued.

I think those are made by Don Diego. I had a box a while back and you're right they are very nice smokes.

http://www.cigar.com/cigars/default.asp?cmd=list&brand=PB

[MinusBlindfold]

I enjoy ACID cigars and the "Naturals" line of cigars by Drew Estates. When the money is running dry, I can't pass up the Al Capones.

[cigarsandscotch]

My personal favorite is the La Gloria Cubana Serie R maduro#7. Its a rich full body smoke, good consistancy from one stick to another. I'm on the lookout for other cigars that are not mild.

Sound off cigar smokers.
I tried one of those a few weeks ago on a recommendation and loved it. I also enjoy Perdomo Reserve Maduros. They make excellent cigars.

[cigarsandscotch]

I also love "Maker's Mark" cigars when I can get them. I don't believe they make Maduros, but the natural wrapped ones that I have had are great. They are infused with Maker's Mark whiskey, have a full body smoke and give you a nice head rush.

[WhiteHonkyDevil]

Don Diego Reserve, also Onyx Reserve.

I guess I just like the word 'reserve'

[Biggierob]

I smoke about 4 times a week, 2 full humidors and a tupidor(big ass tupperware container that is temp/humidity controlled)
Love most Fuente's esp Opus line
Enjoy the diamond crown maximus and diamond crown maduro torpedo
Avo signature and davidoff millenum
Cubans if you can get them Belicoso Fino and the Partagas shorty
The Ghurkas for a flavored cigar
Wow I smoke way too much

[Pasty Irish]

La Gloria Cubana Sere R #7 Maduro is my every day smoke, give it a try and let me know what you think.


Jesus Turtle, you could walk into a Cigar Bar and get laid with a pickup line such as that.

I'm almost tempted to call bullshit, but you didn't specify Miami or Dominican production.

I would love to have the unimpeded 2 hour window it takes to smoke one of these gigantic coal sausages.

[OnANorton]

Anyone ever try a Onyx? They seem really robust in the burn.

[Turtle]

Anyone ever try a Onyx? They seem really robust in the burn.

i have and I like 'em, for some reason my local tobacco shop will only get the corona, I think it burns a bit hot about half way down. other than that i think they are good cigars.

[Turtle]

I was in Las Vegas for the past 8 days, and the hotel had a great cigar shop with a very knowledgeable staff. As most of you know I like my cigars darka nd full flavored. Well I tried the Partagas black label, and it was great, even burn full flavor and a nice clean cool finish, SRP about $9.

[dilligaf]

I smoke Padrons, in the regular line it is the delicias size, Love these, buy boxes of them. In the '64 anniv. I like the principe and whatever they call the torp. I have been smoking ashton VSG's a lot lately as well. I'll pick up a Camacho corojo every now and then.

I used to be always trying a lot of different things but have pretty much stayed with these a whilenow. I've been thinking about venturing into ISOM's soon.

[Biggierob]

I was in Las Vegas for the past 8 days, and the hotel had a great cigar shop with a very knowledgeable staff. As most of you know I like my cigars darka nd full flavored. Well I tried the Partagas black label, and it was great, even burn full flavor and a nice clean cool finish, SRP about $9.


The partagas Black in the tube, IMO, offers a little better flavor. My shop runs specials on them buy2 get 1. Nice smoke

[Turtle]

The partagas Black in the tube, IMO, offers a little better flavor. My shop runs specials on them buy2 get 1. Nice smoke
i like te sound of that, do the ship?

[Turtle]

I smoke about 4 times a week, 2 full humidors and a tupidor(big ass tupperware container that is temp/humidity controlled)
Love most Fuente's esp Opus line
Enjoy the diamond crown maximus and diamond crown maduro torpedo
Avo signature and davidoff millenum
Cubans if you can get them Belicoso Fino and the Partagas shorty
The Ghurkas for a flavored cigar
Wow I smoke way too much
Never tried a Ghurka, what are they like?

[Biggierob]

i like te sound of that, do the ship?


cigars plus in point pleasant NJ. They have a website.

[Biggierob]

Never tried a Ghurka, what are they like?


Strong cigar, nice bite and a long smoke. They are infused with Louis XIII cognac, where the liquor is heated so the flavor steam is soaked up by the cigar. Nice "treat" smoke but at about $25 a stick they are def a treat.

[Turtle]

Well I went to my local cigar shop and asked about the Ghurka. The guy had not tried any but said he would check with his supplier and see if he can get any.

[OnANorton]

Fellas. Got a question. I recieved a box of samplers from someone. They arnt soft and ready to light. Is there something i can do to bring thease stogies back to life?

[OnANorton]

Anyone try a Sinatra? Got it from that online shop down in flordia. Thompsons i think. Not bad.

[Biggierob]

Fellas. Got a question. I recieved a box of samplers from someone. They arnt soft and ready to light. Is there something i can do to bring thease stogies back to life?

If you dont have a humidor, get a gallon zip lock bag, a brand new sponge (one for washing dishes), and a gallon of distilled water. Place the cigars in the bag on a flat surface where they won't be disturbed. Soak the sponge in the distilled water and wring it out, then place it in the bag NOT TOUCHING THE CIGARS. Seal the bag and every two weeks or so, check the sponge to make sure it hasnt dired out and rotate the cigars around. If you see any green fuzz starting to deveop, pull out the cigars wipe them off with a dry paper towel, throw out the sponge and the bag and start again. The green fuzz is mold and once its there it will ruin the cigars and contaminate the sponge. Once the cigars are soft they are ready, you can keep them in the bag in place of a humidor for any length of time, just be sure not the get them too soft. Too soft is when they get spongy. Any questions feel free to PM me.

[OnANorton]

If you dont have a humidor, get a gallon zip lock bag, a brand new sponge (one for washing dishes), and a gallon of distilled water. Place the cigars in the bag on a flat surface where they won't be disturbed. Soak the sponge in the distilled water and wring it out, then place it in the bag NOT TOUCHING THE CIGARS. Seal the bag and every two weeks or so, check the sponge to make sure it hasnt dired out and rotate the cigars around. If you see any green fuzz starting to deveop, pull out the cigars wipe them off with a dry paper towel, throw out the sponge and the bag and start again. The green fuzz is mold and once its there it will ruin the cigars and contaminate the sponge. Once the cigars are soft they are ready, you can keep them in the bag in place of a humidor for any length of time, just be sure not the get them too soft. Too soft is when they get spongy. Any questions feel free to PM me.

Thank you sir. I have a humidor but it hasnt been set up and dosent have a gauge. How do ya start it up?

[YourAmishDaddy]

Acid Nasty Maduro Pyramids are nice and slowly becoming better and better with me... But my aces in the hole are always the Padron Anniversary 1964 Diplomatico Maduros... They go over great at business meetings.

[ShavedLebaneseBear]

I've been smoking cigars for about 16 years, on and off. I started with the cheap-o smokes from 7-11 ( Dutch Master, Backwoods etc.) Yuck!
My 1st real cigars were Macanudo Prince Phillips. I assumed a really big cigar was the best.
I tried a LOT of different smokes, and I ended up staying with the AVO #2, and the Ashton Magnum as my main smokes. Both are excellent, but the AVO is a bit more robust than the Magnum. Romeo Y Julietta, and Fuente (Chateua) (sp?) are also really good.
I actually bought about $300 worth of Cubanos in Canada a few years ago. I smoked one of them (Cohiba) while I was camping in the Great White North, and put the rest in my humidor. Unfortunately, there was hardly any fluid in the humidor, and they all dried out. Oops. I was not especially impressed by the Cuban Cohiba. I guess I expected more from all the hype.

-j

[Turtle]

I've been smoking cigars for about 16 years, on and off. I started with the cheap-o smokes from 7-11 ( Dutch Master, Backwoods etc.) Yuck!
My 1st real cigars were Macanudo Prince Phillips. I assumed a really big cigar was the best.
I tried a LOT of different smokes, and I ended up staying with the AVO #2, and the Ashton Magnum as my main smokes. Both are excellent, but the AVO is a bit more robust than the Magnum. Romeo Y Julietta, and Fuente (Chateua) (sp?) are also really good.
I actually bought about $300 worth of Cubanos in Canada a few years ago. I smoked one of them (Cohiba) while I was camping in the Great White North, and put the rest in my humidor. Unfortunately, there was hardly any fluid in the humidor, and they all dried out. Oops. I was not especially impressed by the Cuban Cohiba. I guess I expected more from all the hype.

-j
I like the AVO as well, I think it could be a bit stonger with a darker wraper, but its still a solid stick. I have to agree with you on the Cubans, they are good cigars but with all the hype the expectations are so high that anything less than a fantastic cigar is a let down.

[Biggierob]

Thank you sir. I have a humidor but it hasnt been set up and dosent have a gauge. How do ya start it up?


Buy a gauge, i prefer digital, they run about $20-30 but well worth it. Every day for a week wipe down the inside of the humidor with distilled water. Use a new, clean sponge, but you can reuse it throughout the week. Then either take a 2nd sponge or buy some of the green shit they use in flower shops at the arts/crafts store and soak it with distilled water. Set it in the humidor on a piece of saran wrap(so it doesnt stain the wood with a wet spot) and close the lid. Only take it out when you are wiping it down that 1st week. After that first week you should be good to go. The hydrometer should read ~80-90% during that week and optimal for the cigars is between 65-75% depending on how soft you like them (lower the numnber, the firmer the cigar.)

[Turtle]

I have a metal twin tube travel case, but I'm looking for a good quality travel humidor. Something that will hold about 10 cigars (La Gloria Sere R #7) and keep them in good condition.

[Baby Evil]

Acid Nasty Maduro Pyramids are nice and slowly becoming better and better with me... But my aces in the hole are always the Padron Anniversary 1964 Diplomatico Maduros... They go over great at business meetings.

The 1964 Padron's are outstanding, I also enjoy the Fuente products. I smoke the Short Story Hemingways for a nice 15 to 20 minute smoke, but if I want to spend a couple of hours smoking I will light up a Canones.

[YourAmishDaddy]

The 1964 Padron's are outstanding, I also enjoy the Fuente products. I smoke the Short Story Hemingways for a nice 15 to 20 minute smoke, but if I want to spend a couple of hours smoking I will light up a Canones.

You're the third person I've heard good reviews on about the Canones. I'll try some of those. Thanks.

[Jersey]

Macanudos are the way i ussally go. JoeyDVDs do you go to Light'em up on route 9? He ussally get good cigars. Also there's a good place in Shrewsberry on route 35 if you don't mind driving.

[Biggierob]

I have a metal twin tube travel case, but I'm looking for a good quality travel humidor. Something that will hold about 10 cigars (La Gloria Sere R #7) and keep them in good condition.


http://www.bcspecialties.com/cigarasp/humicase.asp

I have had this one since 2004 and only had to recharge the humidifier twice. I beat the shit out of it too.

[Turtle]

http://www.bcspecialties.com/cigarasp/humicase.asp

I have had this one since 2004 and only had to recharge the humidifier twice. I beat the shit out of it too.
Thanks, I'll check it out.

I went to a smokeshop in Souix Falls yesterday, and got and Edge. This is about the fourth one I have smoked and for a $5 stick they are great.

[hypes]

Thanks, I'll check it out.

I went to a smokeshop in Souix Falls yesterday, and got and Edge. This is about the fourth one I have smoked and for a $5 stick they are great.

Which place in Sioux Falls...was it Eastwold? I know the owner there (I used to live 45 min. from SF and I went to Eastwold a lot after I turned 18...there is NOTHING good in NW Iowa).

On a whim I tried an Acid (blue label) since everyone was talking about them....I was impressed....happily impressed. They're pretty good. Specially from a company that is known for making Kahlua and Sauza flavored cigars.

I got my promotion at work....so come March 24th I'll be getting a good expensive cigar to celebrate my transfer from the 9th ring of hell. Probably get a Opus X unless anyone can tell me of something better. Might get one of those Makers Mark ones too....they sound good.

-h

[Turtle]

Which place in Sioux Falls...was it Eastwold? I know the owner there (I used to live 45 min. from SF and I went to Eastwold a lot after I turned 18...there is NOTHING good in NW Iowa).

On a whim I tried an Acid (blue label) since everyone was talking about them....I was impressed....happily impressed. They're pretty good. Specially from a company that is known for making Kahlua and Sauza flavored cigars.

I got my promotion at work....so come March 24th I'll be getting a good expensive cigar to celebrate my transfer from the 9th ring of hell. Probably get a Opus X unless anyone can tell me of something better. Might get one of those Makers Mark ones too....they sound good.

-h
I don't know the name of the place. I had to go and meet a new hire in Souix Falls, and I had a five hour drive back home so I wanted a few sticks. Try the La Gloria Cubana Sere R #7maduro. I think its a great smoke. Opus are good, but for the hype and limited availability, you would think they are Cubans. As for Makers Mark, I have heard good things and want to try one soon.

[hypes]

I haven't found a cigar store in the Eastern Iowa area that has La Gloria Cubana's....I go to this awesome place in the Town and Country mall in Cedar Rapids (Tobacco Bowl). They _always_ have several boxes of Opus X lying round (especially if you know the owner), and they had some of those Makers Mark one too. Might see if I can grab one of the other maduro's you've mentioned before...and maybe one of those Acids.

Anyone every have a Romeo y' Juiletta? Heard good things, but never grabbed one.

-h

[Jersey]

Anyone every have a Romeo y' Juiletta? Heard good things, but never grabbed one.

-h

yeah they are good... i ussally have one once a week. which reminds me i need to restock for this week.

[Turtle]

I haven't found a cigar store in the Eastern Iowa area that has La Gloria Cubana's....I go to this awesome place in the Town and Country mall in Cedar Rapids (Tobacco Bowl). They _always_ have several boxes of Opus X lying round (especially if you know the owner), and they had some of those Makers Mark one too. Might see if I can grab one of the other maduro's you've mentioned before...and maybe one of those Acids.

Anyone every have a Romeo y' Juiletta? Heard good things, but never grabbed one.

-h
North Park mall in Davenport has a smoke shop & they stock La Gloria #7.

[SonnyForelli]

Jeezz, I am surprised that no one here told you that Sonny is an Hourly cigar smoker, I smoke all kinds too, lately I have been buying Cusano Vintage 18 years Maduro in a robusto size, then the Helix maduro robusto, for a good inexpensive natural smoke I like La Vieja Habana by Drew Estate and my back up chewables that you can buy at the minimart are Backwoods either the naturals or the sweet aromatic

[Turtle]

Jeezz, I am surprised that no one here told you that Sonny is an Hourly cigar smoker, I smoke all kinds too, lately I have been buying Cusano Vintage 18 years Maduro in a robusto size, then the Helix maduro robusto, for a good inexpensive natural smoke I like La Vieja Habana by Drew Estate and my back up chewables that you can buy at the minimart are Backwoods either the naturals or the sweet aromatic
I like the Helix maduro, in fact I only smoke maduros. Much more flavor and kick than the lesser cigars. I'll see if I can find a Cusano Vintage.

[SweetRelease]

I was in Vegas last week. Dropped by Casa Fuente. Spent waaaay too much cash.

My Haul:
1 Box Casa Fuente Robusto
1 Box Casa Fuente Belicoso
1 Box Diamond Crown Maximus Toro
1 Sampler Ashton VSG

The dude at my cigar shop turned me on to the VSG's. Wish he wouldn't of, they're pricey, but very good. My everyday smoke is the Chateau Fuente. It's a good 15-20 min smoke. If I want to take my time, I'll smoke a Double-Chateau. Yardwork smoke is the Romeo y Julieta Reserve Maduro. Got about 12 Opus X of various sizes that I'm saving for special occasions.

It's cool to see an a cigar community here.

[Turtle]

I was in Vegas last week. Dropped by Casa Fuente. Spent waaaay too much cash.

My Haul:
1 Box Casa Fuente Robusto
1 Box Casa Fuente Belicoso
1 Box Diamond Crown Maximus Toro
1 Sampler Ashton VSG

The dude at my cigar shop turned me on to the VSG's. Wish he wouldn't of, they're pricey, but very good. My everyday smoke is the Chateau Fuente. It's a good 15-20 min smoke. If I want to take my time, I'll smoke a Double-Chateau. Yardwork smoke is the Romeo y Julieta Reserve Maduro. Got about 12 Opus X of various sizes that I'm saving for special occasions.

It's cool to see an a cigar community here.
Is that the place in CP?

[SweetRelease]

Is that the place in CP?
yeah...the drinks are strong, and the chicks that work in there are all hot (at least the ones that were there when i was there)...

[Turtle]

yeah...the drinks are strong, and the chicks that work in there are all hot (at least the ones that were there when i was there)...
I heard about this place, high $$$. I'm sure if its like most tings in Vegas its over priced. What did you think of it? I want to check it out the next time I'm in in Vegas

[SweetRelease]

If you're into cigars, you gotta at least go and poke your head in. If you like any of the fuente line of cigars, you'll find them all there. Even the rarest and hardest to find can be had, at "Vegas Strip" prices. They're comparable to what you'd pay at other places, just a better selection.

The way I look at it, I'll sit at the blackjack table and play $25 hands of blackjack without thinking twice about it. Or, I could grab a nice cigar and a drink, and spend an hour relaxing/enjoying myself, and its way cheaper.

[Turtle]

If you're into cigars, you gotta at least go and poke your head in. If you like any of the fuente line of cigars, you'll find them all there. Even the rarest and hardest to find can be had, at "Vegas Strip" prices. They're comparable to what you'd pay at other places, just a better selection.

The way I look at it, I'll sit at the blackjack table and play $25 hands of blackjack without thinking twice about it. Or, I could grab a nice cigar and a drink, and spend an hour relaxing/enjoying myself, and its way cheaper.
You make a great point. I loved most of the Fuente line when I first started smoking. But as my taste changed, I started looking for much stronger sticks. My wife got me a box of Opus X for Christmas and I enjoyed them. But I would rather have a much stronger smoke.

[nolram]

I haven't smoked in a few months, I used to smoke every day on the drive home (it used to be a long drive). One of the few things I miss about my old job. I would smoke the JR imitations and their Limited editions as my daily smoke, and try different smokes during the weekends, the Patel's are good smokes as are Padron's. But not to expensive Jose Marti and H. Uppman are also good smokes.

Tailgating cigars I recomend Bolivars, not expensive and for some reason they taste great after a medium rare steak and some good brew.

[bpc8bpc8]

I recommend trying a camacho corojo if you see one. They have quite a bit of kick and nice flavor, not bitter at all.

[ChimneyFish]

check out Cigar Afficianado on line, they may have some info.


A great read.

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c217/luxa1/Ronandfez.jpg

[BeerBelly]

YO son, I be liken me some peach blunts!

[Turtle]

I got the new issue of Aficionado. The Tatuaje Cojonu got a 90 have any of you give it a try? Its a big stick corona gorda 52x6.5

[Biggierob]

Macanudos are the way i ussally go. JoeyDVDs do you go to Light'em up on route 9? He ussally get good cigars. Also there's a good place in Shrewsberry on route 35 if you don't mind driving.

Cigars Plus on White St in Red Bank (down the street from Ashes on 35). great shop reasonable prices and will order anything. My boy used to work there, so i filled my tupidor on bargain basement prices..BE DIALIN

For those not in the know
tupidor = huge tupperware container turned into a humidor

Also a decent shop out in Jackson, can get cubans there if you ask for them.

[thadeusgman]

romeo y julieta bully's are my fav, also like macanudo

[Baby Evil]

I got the new issue of Aficionado. The Tatuaje Cojonu got a 90 have any of you give it a try? Its a big stick corona gorda 52x6.5

I have had this smoke, and I like it alot. It is a great after dinner evening smoke. I think you and I are alike Turtle. I prefer a full-bodied smoke to anything else. The size of the smoke is perfect if you want to set out on the deck for about an hour and just relax with a good scotch.

Another suggestion, but it is a little early for this, is to wait until late October or early November and Fuente ships a special Opus X that is made from Tobacco that is from the original crop in a previously unreleased size. It is expensive ($45 to $60) for two cigars, but they come in crystal humitubes, and are incredible smokes. I smoke mainly from the Don Carlos, Hemingway, and Opus X series' (with the exception of the Canones and 858's) just to give you an idea of where my proclivities are. If you like those cigars then try it, but if you don't like these smokes then I am not a person that you want to listen to.

[Turtle]

I have had this smoke, and I like it alot. It is a great after dinner evening smoke. I think you and I are alike Turtle. I prefer a full-bodied smoke to anything else. The size of the smoke is perfect if you want to set out on the deck for about an hour and just relax with a good scotch.

Another suggestion, but it is a little early for this, is to wait until late October or early November and Fuente ships a special Opus X that is made from Tobacco that is from the original crop in a previously unreleased size. It is expensive ($45 to $60) for two cigars, but they come in crystal humitubes, and are incredible smokes. I smoke mainly from the Don Carlos, Hemingway, and Opus X series' (with the exception of the Canones and 858's) just to give you an idea of where my proclivities are. If you like those cigars then try it, but if you don't like these smokes then I am not a person that you want to listen to.
My wife got me a box of Opus X as a gift a few months ago, I like them but I would much rather go with something stronger. I smoke the La Gloria Cubana Sere R Maduro #7 almost every day.

I see your from Atlanta, I was there last week, my company has its office in Atlanta. Who stocks the Tatuaje?

[MJMANDALAY]

I just got back from Bermuda and had a chance to indulge in some Cuban cigars.
It has been a few years since I had a way to obtain them thru Canada and a few years before that I had a friend in the Bahamas. Now with my new connection I will be enjoying them for a long time to come.
I had tried some of the Cohiba Siglo VI & Esplendidos and also the Trinidad Fundadores all very good but very costly around a Gnote a box, they would be more like smokes for a special occation. The Partagas Corona Senior is a nice after dinner smoke. And I also dabbled in the Puritos from Quintero and Partagas they where a good full smoke -for a small cigar- while at the Pool and on the beach.
But I think I found a good cigar for the morning and evening drive now that I am home and that would be the Jose Peidra Conservas, an unusuall light smoke.
Anyone that has tried some others let me know how and when you smoke them. As you can see I like different sizes and tastes for different places and times of the day.
Sorry if some of my descriptive terms are little different I am not really a fancy man, its just a roll I play.

[Turtle]

I just got back from Bermuda and had a chance to indulge in some Cuban cigars.
It has been a few years since I had a way to obtain them thru Canada and a few years before that I had a friend in the Bahamas. Now with my new connection I will be enjoying them for a long time to come.
I had tried some of the Cohiba Siglo VI & Esplendidos and also the Trinidad Fundadores all very good but very costly around a Gnote a box, they would be more like smokes for a special occation. The Partagas Corona Senior is a nice after dinner smoke. And I also dabbled in the Puritos from Quintero and Partagas they where a good full smoke -for a small cigar- while at the Pool and on the beach.
But I think I found a good cigar for the morning and evening drive now that I am home and that would be the Jose Peidra Conservas, an unusuall light smoke.
Anyone that has tried some others let me know how and when you smoke them. As you can see I like different sizes and tastes for different places and times of the day.
Sorry if some of my descriptive terms are little different I am not really a fancy man, its just a roll I play.

I've hade several Cuban cigars over the past 10 years, and they have never been as good as the hype behind them. They were good cigars, but the legend of the Cuban Cigar has gotten to the point that they will never meet expectations. Again, never had a bad Cuban, just not one that I felt was equal to the hype.

[Turtle]

Got a Hoyo De Montterrey Excalibur 1066 maduro this afternoon. Silky, and smooth, full flavor and nice even burn. Great stick.

[Turtle]

I tried a Sopranos cigar today, $16 , don't waste your time

[BigTony]

I usually pick up a few cubans --- mostly like a sampler not actual boxes due to cost -- when I visit Vancouver, B.C.
Truth be told, other than a some Cuban Montes and a scant few Cuban Cohibas, there a ton of good smokes comming out of the DR, Ecuador,and Nicaragua that rival or even better most Cubans!. I find Cuban cigar construction (except for the really expensive cigars) spotty at best. Quality control just isn't the same anymore for some reason.
Oh yeah, the Jose L. Piedra I had last time outside my hotel was a killer smoke! Wife wanted to stay at the Empress Hotel, but it would have cut too much into my cigar budget :icon_lol: uSmoke 'e, if you got 'em,
--- Tony

[Bob]

www.jrcigars.com has the best prices and deals anywhere. I really enjoy Onyx reserve but there usually sold out at my local cigar shop., so thats when I go for an Ashton. I'm picking up more cigars today for the next couple of weeks.

[DennisIsEvil]

I love the Kahlua dipped ones made by Drew Estate. It's a damn good smoke for so little money. I also enjoy the Al Capone brand.

[OnANorton]

Anyone know how to bring a fine Cuban back from being a little dry. I don't have a humidor yet. If I pick one up whats the way to get this tasty Cohiba ready for the pallet?

[sknight]

"Quaffable, yet transcendant"

[WhiteHonkyDevil]

Meh. Cuban = overrated.

[tar_baby]

put it on a wet paper towel in the microwave for 5-10 seconds

that works every time on all cigars that are dried out

[tar_baby]

oh...and take the ring off if you can before doing that

[Turtle]

put it on a wet paper towel in the microwave for 5-10 seconds

that works every time on all cigars that are dried out
I'll give that a try some time.

You can put the cigar in a damp ziplock for a few days.

Don't put your cigars in the fridge.

[Buster H]

I got this from a cigar mailing list that I am on. It's the uber anal, cigar snob way of bringing them back to health.

The most important thing to remember is that restoring a dried
cigar takes time--lots of time and patience. Don't be in a hurry to
get the job done.

Step 1:
Put your cigars in a non-humidified humidor. If this doesn't exist,
then you can use a Ziploc bag with some holes poked in it. You want
to bring the cigars to a steady humidity level that is much less
than 70 percent. Let them sit in this environment for about 2-3
days.

Step 2:
Dampen a fresh, clean sponge with distilled water. Place it inside
the Ziploc bag, and allow it to sit there, not touching any cigars,
for at least one more week. This will slowly add humidity to the
cigars at a rate that will prevent the wrappers from bursting.

Step 3
After two weeks, your cigars should start to look a lot healthier.
Put them in your charged, maintained humidor at this point. Don't
smoke them yet. Let them rest for while. I would suggest a month or
two, just to make sure things are back to normal. Then you can feel
free to smoke to your hearts content.

[OnANorton]

You fellas are the best! Thanks.

[sniper]

More importantly be sure NOT to use tap water, use distilled (i've seen them in gallon jugs like milk) or better yet, go to your favorite smoke shop and get the 50/50 polypropylene glycol solution.

[YUCK FOU]

put it on a wet paper towel in the microwave for 5-10 seconds

that works every time on all cigars that are dried out

spit on it that always gets it wet....no i have heard this method before....the paper towell thing....

[thegreenninja]

I've been getting into cigars recently, so far, Ive found a few that I like, most notably the Sancho Panza La Mancha, but they are $3.60 apiece. It's the dark one on the right.
http://www.rockyscigars.com/product_images/catalog19649/Sancho_Panza_4_Pack.jpg
I'm a fancy man, with a not so fancy budget, so does anyone have any recommendations? Expensive or not, I'm looking to try as many types as I can, so whatever suggestions you guys have would be cool. I thought that there was a thread like this before, but I searched and didn't find anything.

[nikoloslvy]

cubans?

[thegreenninja]

cubans?
Unfortunately, Honduran. still a damn good cigar, though.

[Absolutely]

http://www.cabin3ch.com/hamaki/images/swisher_sweet_p.jpg
I'll just lick the tip all night. No homo

[Mommadeez4u]

$3.60 a stick is not really a whole lot. I pay $7-$9 per depending upon what I'm smoking.

La Gloria Cubana Series R's are my current go-to.

[ruckstande]

I really enjoy Nat Sherman Host Series. I purchased one from a local store to try it out and the day after I tried it I ordered a box. JR Cigar is the best online store to buy from. Plus, if you are just getting into it. I recommend pickup up "The Complet Idiots Guide to Cigars". It tells you about the wrappers, binders, the difference in leaves depending on where they are grown. Very good buy. I also purchased some Don Rigos that Ronnie B. smokes. I couldn't find a review for them or an online shop for them anywhere besides DonRigocigars.com. Based on Ron's recommendation I bought a 25 bundle for only $40. Surprisingly it is a very good smoke.
Oh yeah, here is the thread you probably meant.
http://wackbag.com/showthread.php?t=53735&highlight=cigar

[distortion9]

I'm a big fan of Acid cigars which, from what I understand, are kinda frowned upon by more traditional cigar lovers because they are "flavored", some more than others.

Much like O&A, either you'll love them or hate them.

A few Acids I've really liked are:

Gold wrapper - Atom Maduro, Earthiness.

Blue Wrapper - Kuba Kuba, 1400cc.

Start off with the Gold wrapper Atom Maduro and/or the blue Kuba Kuba...those are my favorite Acids. About 5 - 8 bucks each.

[Myhairygrundle]

Cigar Dave is pretty good...

http://www.cigardave.com/cd/

Hoyo de Monterry is nice, good smoke for the $

Also try Punch.

Welcome to the world of good smokes....


.

[ruckstande]

Cigar Dave is pretty good...

http://www.cigardave.com/cd/

Hoyo de Monterry is nice, good smoke for the $

Also try Punch.

Welcome to the world of good smokes....


.

I bookmarked this, but I still don't know what it is. Does he sell shit?

[abudabit]

http://www.cabin3ch.com/hamaki/images/swisher_sweet_p.jpg
I'll just lick the tip all night. No homo

Nothing beats sweets for blunts.

[YaHearIHearMe]

Anyone know about J.L.Salazar Hermanos they are cuban yeah. Nice smoke or what? Got two from a wedding last weekend.

[Sinn Fein]

I like Macanudos.

[Turtle]

WB has two or three cigar threads with many recomendations...search for Cigars

[Your_Moms_Box]

I like pretty much anything by Drew Estates, Including the entire acid line.

For a cheap Maduro (dark wrapper) try the Helix

And yes, while there are other threads, it never hurts to start fresh.

Also, I have a guy in Jamaica who will send me cigars with no label..... not sayin just what kind they are....

[SKANE]

I like Macanudos.

My fav.

Try the Avo's and Davidoff's if you want to treat yourselves.

[Ball of Hate]

Punch Presidente'. One of the best non-Cuban cigars out there.

[HumpX]

I just started getting into cigars myself.

So far my tastes have leaned towards medium-full bodied smokes. The brands I've found enjoyable that are below $6 are:

Rocky Patel Vintage '92- very rich dark flavor.

5 Vegas "A" series- Like dark unsweetened chocolate and expresso. as you get farther in you get a nice toasted nutty flavor.

Acid "Blue Label" line ie; "Kuba Kuba", "Blondie" (all Acid tend to be pricey though so shop around.

Don Rigo's- these are Ronnie's smoke of choice. Jose is helluva nice guy. He sent me 5 samples when I emailed him awhile back asking for his opinions on where to start. The "Torpedo Tens" he sells are excellent as are the "Biaggio" Panetelas. Unfortunately the Robusto line seems to get get worse as they age. Like wet cardboard. Maybe I just got a bad batch.

Gran Habano #3 - Great medium all around stick.

Sites to go to:

For reviews no other site can compare to this place (http://www.top25cigar.com/reviewdatabase/). Over 30,000 reviews on individual brands.

To Purchase you need to check out CigarBids.com (http://www.cigarbid.com/auction/). the auctions are so addictive that it isn't funny. I blew $70 in one sitting. Another place is Famous Smokes (http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/index.cfm) and Cigars International (http://www.cigarsinternational.com/index.asp). The last two are the biggest cigar retailers on the net.

[roche]

Macanudo Maduros for a good not to expensive Maduro

[JiggyFly]

A little off topic, but about 4 months ago I quit smoking cigarettes. Will I be able to smoke cigars without getting the 'cigarette addiction' back?

[Mommadeez4u]

A little off topic, but about 4 months ago I quit smoking cigarettes. Will I be able to smoke cigars without getting the 'cigarette addiction' back?

Yes, except you will then have the cigar addiction.:action-sm

[fatfrankie]

if you like smoking or just started smoking cigars i recomend im not sure if the spelling is write its the " aturo fuentes" short stories or the chatoue or double chatoue like i said not sure about the spelling but they are good

[FAZ8218]

Macanudo Maduros for a good not to expensive Maduro
:upp:

[ruckstande]

I like pretty much anything by Drew Estates, Including the entire acid line.

For a cheap Maduro (dark wrapper) try the Helix

And yes, while there are other threads, it never hurts to start fresh.

Also, I have a guy in Jamaica who will send me cigars with no label..... not sayin just what kind they are....
How much are you paying for these labeless gems?

[J. PETERSON]

just bought these from Thompson Cigar:

http://www.thompsoncigar.com/images/products/1266_1.jpg
Sampler (http://www.thompsoncigar.com/default.aspx?page=product&sender=csearch&uid=1266)

http://www.thompsoncigar.com/images/products/1366_1.jpg
Flor De Fillipinas flavored cigars (http://www.thompsoncigar.com/default.aspx?page=product&sender=csearch&uid=1366)

http://www.thompsoncigar.com/images/products/1674_1.jpg
Jalapa Valley Sampler (http://www.thompsoncigar.com/default.aspx?page=product&sender=csearch&uid=1674)

Not really knowledgable on cigar stuff, but I've purchased from Thompson a few times before. GOod products with decent prices.

[ruckstande]

I have a catalog from Thompson. They have a very broad selection. Let me know what you think from your choices.

[Three Hole Puncher]

El Bubble... a fine brand.

http://fivecent.com/el%20bubble%20box.JPG

[hypes]

if you like smoking or just started smoking cigars i recomend im not sure if the spelling is write its the " aturo fuentes" short stories or the chatoue or double chatoue like i said not sure about the spelling but they are good

Your spelling is correct. Arturo Fuente makes wonderful cigars, and if you can afford the higher price, the Opus X line ANYTHING is about the best thing you can have on a summer nite.

...at least, that is how I feel here in Iowa.

-h

[Barely Legal]

I like to enjoy the occasional Montecristo.

[fuckmyass]

How about none.

Fingers small like shit, breath smells like shit, teeth get brown like shit, and on top of that, get cancer.

Fuck that.

[thegreenninja]

How about none.

Fingers small like shit, breath smells like shit, teeth get brown like shit, and on top of that, get cancer.

Fuck that.
Oh, well now I'm convinced. I didn't know that tobacco was a carcinogen. Thanks, Dr. Koop.

Ive found a few brands I like quite a bit. Sancho Panza makes a real good double maduro, Partagas has some that I enjoy, as well. Didn't think too much of the Montecristo that I tried. The CAO CX2 with the double Cameroon wrapper was a very enjoyable smoke. Alcazar has a 50x5" maduro that is good, and relatively cheap.

[ruckstande]

Oh, well now I'm convinced. I didn't know that tobacco was a carcinogen. Thanks, Dr. Koop.

Ive found a few brands I like quite a bit. Sancho Panza makes a real good double maduro, Partagas has some that I enjoy, as well. Didn't think too much of the Montecristo that I tried. The CAO CX2 with the double Cameroon wrapper was a very enjoyable smoke. Alcazar has a 50x5" maduro that is good, and relatively cheap.

I like Partagas too. CAO is also very nice. I may go for that Alcazar. I really like the Connecticut wrappers.

[thegreenninja]

I like Partagas too. CAO is also very nice. I may go for that Alcazar. I really like the Connecticut wrappers.
I've got a CAO 56x5&1/4" Gol!, and an Ashton Heritage Puro sol Robusto that are both waiting in my humidor, and I can't wait to get to them.

[ruckstande]

Maybe I'm a sap but I do like the Don Rigo Robusto's. Very cheap but a good friendly smoke. Just dont let them dry out or they blow.

[cigarsandscotch]

I love Gloria Cubana "R" series Maduros. Fucking killer smokes.I also like Perdoma special reserves...maduro as well. Most of the time I smoke what are referred to as Consuergas. They are factory seconds. The are decent cigars if you are a daily smoker that only run you between 1-2$ a piece when you buy a bundle of 20.

[J. PETERSON]

where do you guys get most of your cigars?
Order online or from a local shop?

[ruckstande]

I purchase almost all of mine from JR Cigar. Your best bet though is to buy a couple cigars from a local shop to get a flavor of what you enjoy and then buy a box online.

[ShavedLebaneseBear]

Avo #2 and Ashton Magnum are my favs. :clap:

[thegreenninja]

I'm really enjoying a Gispert box pressed maduro measuring 48x6 or so. Inexpensive at 375, but a good cigar

[SonnyForelli]

your a Fag if you smoke cigars



















All right, so I must be a super fag.

My every hour "chew" cigars are Backwoods, not the flavored ones either.

The Daily cigars: All Robusto in size:

- Helix Madoro
- Drew Estate African Camaroon, and La Viga Habannas
- Cusano 18 year Madoro
- Roly, Madoro bundle pack,- really cheap but a good smoke
- CAO double madoro MX2- becomming hard to get now
- Real Myorga's, Natural Box pressed
- Cohiba Siglo 2 and Siglo 5 - real Cuban, will wait till I can get em cheap

I could go on and on, but these are the ones I typically smoke, it all depends on the mood so the ones listed above vary differently in "boldness" category. Rule of thumb, Madoro's are usually stronger then naturals.

[WhiteHonkyDevil]

Used to be big on Don Diego Reserve, but they disappeared around here, so I switched to Onyx Reserve...then THEY disappeared around here....so now, Montecristo or Arturo Fuentes.

Also, to whoever asked about Cigar Dave, he does a talk show that's on a lot of talk stations, in addition to being on XM. His show is on 166, Saturdays from 12pm-2pm. Mainly he talks about 'guy' stuff....sports, booze, and cigars....but it's definitely 'right-leaning'. Usually if you get a call on the air, he'll send out some nice sticks.

[FAZ8218]

http://www.cigarsforless.com/images/dbthumbs/dbimages/macanudo_maduro_hyde_park.jpg
These are currently my favorite.

[thegreenninja]

your a Fag if you smoke cigars


All right, so I must be a super fag.

My every hour "chew" cigars are Backwoods, not the flavored ones either.

The Daily cigars: All Robusto in size:

- Helix Madoro
- Drew Estate African Camaroon, and La Viga Habannas
- Cusano 18 year Madoro
- Roly, Madoro bundle pack,- really cheap but a good smoke
- CAO double madoro MX2- becomming hard to get now
- Real Myorga's, Natural Box pressed
- Cohiba Siglo 2 and Siglo 5 - real Cuban, will wait till I can get em cheap

I could go on and on, but these are the ones I typically smoke, it all depends on the mood so the ones listed above vary differently in "boldness" category. Rule of thumb, Madoro's are usually stronger then naturals.
I am well beyond the beginning stages now, I definitely like a maduro, with a wide ring gague, 48 or above. That is one reason I also like robustos, but a nice churchill is good every now and then. I need to try Rolys, I've heard they'r are a good cheapo. I prefer a thick smoke, I have a heavy draw, so thinner cigars get hotboxed too quickly. I enjoy the whole sancho panza line, partagas black labels are great, and you're not talking about the CAO CX2, are you? That double cameroon wrap is nice. I have a CAO Heritage, and a cao Gol!, along with a Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur, and an Ashton Heritage puro sol, just waiting for me in th humidor.

[thegreenninja]

Oh, joy! I just went to the cigar store. Many highlights. I will keep you posted.

[Mule Spanker]

$3.60 a stick is not really a whole lot. I pay $7-$9 per depending upon what I'm smoking.

La Gloria Cubana Series R's are my current go-to.

I 2nd Mommasdeez4u's recommendation. I have never been disappointed w/La Gloria Cubana. Love the brand.

Try Te-amo out of Mexico. Good smoke for the price.

[Bob]

I just got done smoking a nice El Rey Del Mundo one of my favorite cigars, second only to Onyx.

http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?page=cig_view&ItemCode=ONCH

www.jrcigars.com has great prices and great deals.

[SonnyForelli]

I am well beyond the beginning stages now, I definitely like a maduro, with a wide ring gague, 48 or above. That is one reason I also like robustos, but a nice churchill is good every now and then. I need to try Rolys, I've heard they'r are a good cheapo. I prefer a thick smoke, I have a heavy draw, so thinner cigars get hotboxed too quickly. I enjoy the whole sancho panza line, partagas black labels are great, and you're not talking about the CAO CX2, are you? That double cameroon wrap is nice. .

I too am a heavy drawer, thats why I land up chewing the backwoods when I smoke em. I like the resins that collect at the end of the cigar with the combination of some good ol spit. I just pouch it between my gum and my upper lip, I know its not the healthiest thing to do but it is awfully tasty and it packs a punch of nicotine.

As far as the CAO, they also make a MX2, its the double Maduro version. They were coming out with there second batch when CAO Decided that they were gonna hold off a couple years before releasing them again, I guess the first run off sold so quickly that they couldn't keep up with the ageing. I have tried the CX2, but its too "nutty" for my taste

[RMPGP]

Rocky Patel Edge Corojo....... Currently my favorite.

My all-time favorite was a cigar from the Acid Sampler called TOAST. I haven't found them outside of that tin.

As I type I am smoking a Gloria Cubana maduro. Very nice smoke.

I'm a big fan of CAO Brazilia, Italia, and Criollo.

I tried a Gloria Cubana SERIE F earlier today and didn't think it was that great.

I do recommend ACID BLONDIE, a very aromatic smoke with a little punch.

[thegreenninja]

Thumbs up: Hoyo de monterrey, La Gloria cubana, A. Fuente Gran Reserve, Macanudo
Thumbs down: Bolivar (Burned horribly uneven, with an unpleasant maybe too "nutty" flavor, I guess) I have been mad at the cigar since I lit it, I have since let it die a half-smoked death.

[armaniwearr]

Onyx Reserve or a good Cohiba

[thegreenninja]

Onyx Reserve or a good Cohiba
I do like the Onyx line, but "gasp" Cohibas are a little mild for my taste, and too fucking expensive.

[MyMomsBox]

sosa family cigars at walt disney world...good shit if you ever make it there.

[thegreenninja]

I recently tried and was moderately impressed with the Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur 1066, it was a little on the "nutty" side though, which I am not a huge fan of, but this wasn't too bad. I found a reasonable cheapo brand that the local tobacconist just got in: "Mr. B". At $1-1.50 a stick, these arent too bad, though the do kind of have the dirty taste that most cheap Nicaraguan cigars tend to have, just not nearly as much as other cheapos. I am eagerly awaiting the burning of the monstrous 7x58 La Gloria Cubana Serie R I picked up today.

[Turtle]

I recently tried and was moderately impressed with the Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur 1066, it was a little on the "nutty" side though, which I am not a huge fan of, but this wasn't too bad. I found a reasonable cheapo brand that the local tobacconist just got in: "Mr. B". At $1-1.50 a stick, these arent too bad, though the do kind of have the dirty taste that most cheap Nicaraguan cigars tend to have, just not nearly as much as other cheapos. I am eagerly awaiting the burning of the monstrous 7x58 La Gloria Cubana Serie R I picked up today.
I'm becoming less of a fan of the Excalibur cigars, it seems as though the quality has gone way down. Now the Serie R is a great cigar, rich and full of flavor, a real powerhouse (however I often have problems with the burn). I have one almost every day.
Let me put this out, The St Louis Ray G double maduro is a good cigar at about $6 a stick. I've also tried the Joya De Nicaragua Antano, good flavor but a tough draw.

[Deebomber]

Ah if I could talk cigars and guns all day I would get nothing done. My favorite because I smoke everyday is 1958 Pre Embargo Counterfeit Cubans. 50 cigars for $92.00 JRCIGARS.COM.

Best place for me to but cigars is JR. Thompson has a wider variety but for price and quick cheap delivery it's JR.

[HumpX]

Speaking of Hoyo they have a Dark Sumatra (http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/search/stats.cfm/inum/19078) thats so good I had to keep myself from eating it. Sweet, complex and strong.

Best place for buying is Cbid (http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/search/stats.cfm/inum/19078). If you hit it on the right day you can get shit between 50-80% off retail. Its so cheap its actually attracting neighborhood cigar dealers.

[thegreenninja]

Speaking of Hoyo they have a Dark Sumatra (http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/search/stats.cfm/inum/19078) thats so good I had to keep myself from eating it. Sweet, complex and strong.

Best place for buying is Cbid (http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/search/stats.cfm/inum/19078). If you hit it on the right day you can get shit between 50-80% off retail. Its so cheap its actually attracting neighborhood cigar dealers.
Good looking out. That goes right in my bookmarks.
I picked up a couple of Joya De Nicaragua Antano 1970 Gran Reserva Belicoso 6x54's today, looking forward to them.

[krispykreme]

DO NOT BUY THOMPSONS

Go to www.jrcigar.com, and buy your cigars from them. They have mainstream brands and sell on the cheap. Take advantage of their weekly special, when its something you like, or something in your budget.

Cheap Cigars that are decent:

Consuegras (these are punch/hoyo de monterrey seconds)
Sancho Panza
Baccarat
Gispert

[thegreenninja]

I'm becoming less of a fan of the Excalibur cigars, it seems as though the quality has gone way down. Now the Serie R is a great cigar, rich and full of flavor, a real powerhouse (however I often have problems with the burn). I have one almost every day.
Let me put this out, The St Louis Ray G double maduro is a good cigar at about $6 a stick. I've also tried the Joya De Nicaragua Antano, good flavor but a tough draw.
I had draw problems with both of the Antanos I recently smoked, as well.

[LilJimmiesMule]

Cigar Dave is a radio show host who does a weekly show about mostly Cigars. Its a great fuckin show, he talks about booze, women, food, wine, sports, and smokes. If you ever re sign up with XM after OnA get back on, he does a weekly show from 12-2 pm eastern on Saturday and repeated on Sundays same time on XM 166 America Right. I used to listen every week. He knows almost all there is to know.

[Carolina Kike]

Anything made by Montecristo. Anything else is uncivilized. Haven't had one in a long time though. For a cheap light smoke, the Macanudo portafino cafe is quite good. Also a big fan of Partagas, and occasionally I'll have a Cohiba. Guess I'm a cigar snob.

Oh yeah, I smoke camels at about a pack a day too! Top quality tobacco! :p

[Deadhead]

Had my best cigar yet....
ACID TEA.


Fuckin AWESOME.

Smoked it like a roach!!!!!!



Want to try the EARTH one. CANT WAIT!!!!

Also had A FUENTR GRAND RESERVA, LIGHT AND DARK(the short and small ones.)

BTW. just quit smokin cigarettes, and learned that A cigar every once in a while(along with another "WEED") is just as good- IF NOT BETTER THAN THAN THOSE DEATH STICKS!!!!!!!!!!


A good "cheep" cigar is the J&R line.
I have found them under a dollar.....and very good.

Thanks to all that have contributed to this thread!
Keep on keepin on!!!!

[Deadhead]

Anyone try the CAO line?

Been readin up on them and they sound good.

Going to the cigar shop tommorrow!!!!

[thegreenninja]

Anyone try the CAO line?

Been readin up on them and they sound good.

Going to the cigar shop tommorrow!!!!

Good medium body cigars, havent found one I don't like. I haven't delved much into the italian CAO's, but I would assume that they would be as good as their Brasilian cigars, which are real good for the price. From what I've heard, the company has recently been bought out, so who knows what the future will hold for CAO.

[thegreenninja]

Anything made by Montecristo. Anything else is uncivilized. Haven't had one in a long time though. For a cheap light smoke, the Macanudo portafino cafe is quite good. Also a big fan of Partagas, and occasionally I'll have a Cohiba. Guess I'm a cigar snob.

Oh yeah, I smoke camels at about a pack a day too! Top quality tobacco! :p
I find Montecristo a little too light for my tastes, but I do love the Partagas black line, and still have yet to try their Spanish rosado. Macanudo is great for a light-medium smoke, though.

[sniper]

Anyone try the CAO line?

Been readin up on them and they sound good.

Going to the cigar shop tommorrow!!!!

Good medium body cigars, havent found one I don't like. I haven't delved much into the italian CAO's, but I would assume that they would be as good as their Brasilian cigars, which are real good for the price. From what I've heard, the company has recently been bought out, so who knows what the future will hold for CAO.


CAO is quickly becoming one of my favorite brands, they really cover the spectrum and can't make a bad cigar.
CAO Gold is a great mild smoke:
http://www.neptunecigar.com/fpdb/images/ligne/p114.gif

The CAO Italia is darker and pairs perfectly with a good scotch or glass of Amaretto.
http://www.quibbles-n-bits.com/archives/cigars2/CAOItalia.jpg

The Brazilla is similar with more of a spicy flavor. Very good with a port wine.
http://www.quibbles-n-bits.com/archives/Cigars/CAOBraziliaSamba.jpg

The CAO Vision is their newest cigar. Medium bodied with a spicy finish these cigars are an excellent smoke, but pretty pricey. Each cigar is individually numbered due to the rare Dominican corojo wrapper, which at least for me, makes it a tough decision to smoke when I open my humidor.
http://www.luxist.com/media/2006/06/caovision.jpg

I recently went up to NH, If you're ever in the North Conway area check out the Village Cigar Emporium located next door to the theater. The entire place is a walk-in humidor and has any cigar you can think of. And the guy that runs the place really knows his shit.

I tried a few cigars while I was up there. I revisited the Zino brand. While I've always been partial to the Platinum, which is a milder smoke, I tried the classic line maduro. A little dark for my taste but overall it was a decent stick. Of course when I left I grabbed a Zino Grand classic Sumatra. These puppies are perfect to save for a long drive. They come in a hermetically sealed silver wrapper and are pre cut and ready to light.

I'm also digging the Cusano brand lately, both their M1 (Mild) and the 18 yr double connecticut are great inexpensive smokes.
http://www.tbs-cigars.com/cigars/Cusano_Cigars/Cusano_M1_Bundle_cigar.JPG
http://www.cigarblogger.com/cigar006-cusano18.jpg

Last but not least in this roundup is the $20-and-worth-every-penny Ashton Estate Sun Grown. I got one of these for my birthday along with the CAO Vision and this is one spectacular cigar, medium bodied with a perfect draw and great flavor, even with an inch and a half left I didn't wanna put it out.

http://propellerhat.us/cutenews/data/upimages/ashton_estate_sun_grown_band.gif

See you next time this thread is bumped. :icon_mrgr

[Deadhead]

See you next time this thread is bumped. :icon_mrgr



HEY!!!:action-sm

Bumpity Bump!

Been tryin a lot of different ones.
I DO tend to like a flavored (and it doesn't mean overly) more.

I've been keeping a small diary of bands and reviews.

CAO flavors: Like Eileen's Dream and Moontrance best. Earthnectar was good but I wanted to be better. Brazilia was also good.

Heaven Rum was very good.---DID NOT LIKE THE HONEY!!!

Someone mentioned the Cubain "counterfeit". I remember tryin these a long time ago. I like it alot. Got one the other day and remembered why.

I also liked the small Cohiba and Criollo.

I currently have in my humidor:
1 La Gloria Cubana(good, had one.)
1 Don Tomas Maduro
1 tight ass Cohiba
and 1 Acid Nasty.

Just ordered the Mega Sampler from Thompson (16 Sticks-(always get a kick out of "Stick") for $29.95.

Gonna look over at www.jrcigar.com and Drew Estate site www. cigarsdelicioso.com

Anyone know where I could get singles in the mail?
I like to try different ones(Just like beer- the samplers are the best!)

Keep the thread alive!!!

[ruckstande]

HEY!!!:action-sm

Bumpity Bump!

Been tryin a lot of different ones.
I DO tend to like a flavored (and it doesn't mean overly) more.

I've been keeping a small diary of bands and reviews.

CAO flavors: Like Eileen's Dream and Moontrance best. Earthnectar was good but I wanted to be better. Brazilia was also good.

Heaven Rum was very good.---DID NOT LIKE THE HONEY!!!

Someone mentioned the Cubain "counterfeit". I remember tryin these a long time ago. I like it alot. Got one the other day and remembered why.

I also liked the small Cohiba and Criollo.

I currently have in my humidor:
1 La Gloria Cubana(good, had one.)
1 Don Tomas Maduro
1 tight ass Cohiba
and 1 Acid Nasty.

Just ordered the Mega Sampler from Thompson (16 Sticks-(always get a kick out of "Stick") for $29.95.

Gonna look over at www.jrcigar.com and Drew Estate site www. cigarsdelicioso.com

Anyone know where I could get singles in the mail?
I like to try different ones(Just like beer- the samplers are the best!)

Keep the thread alive!!!
http://www.nickscigarworld.com/

It is the worst website ever but it has singles.

[krispykreme]

A few of my everyday cigars:

Camacho Corojo - when you need to get a buzz, this cigar delivers. I've been dizzy, damned near puked, but had a great time. These need to come with a chair!

Nat Sherman Host Selection - Opposite side of the spectrum. Mild to medium, smooth. A sweetenend cap, that enhances rather than detracts.

Arturo Fuente 8-5-8 - Benchmark. Med, taste of cameroon wrapper in the best possible light. This is an excellent cigar to try 1st.

Fonseca met Zedar (for mine fuhrer) - Made for the German market originally, this cigar is a med-full bodied dominican with a spicy wrapper.

La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Chisel - another nicotine rocket. You will get high off of this cigar.

[ruckstande]

I love Nat Sherman. Highly enjoyable. I have been trying to find this one cigar online that I bought by Don Pepin Garcia called "601". I keep finding the black label ones online but I purchased a red label one that was terrific. I haven't had any luck so far.

[Turtle]

CAO is quickly becoming one of my favorite brands, they really cover the spectrum and can't make a bad cigar.
CAO Gold is a great mild smoke:
http://www.neptunecigar.com/fpdb/images/ligne/p114.gif

The CAO Italia is darker and pairs perfectly with a good scotch or glass of Amaretto.
http://www.quibbles-n-bits.com/archives/cigars2/CAOItalia.jpg

The Brazilla is similar with more of a spicy flavor. Very good with a port wine.
http://www.quibbles-n-bits.com/archives/Cigars/CAOBraziliaSamba.jpg

The CAO Vision is their newest cigar. Medium bodied with a spicy finish these cigars are an excellent smoke, but pretty pricey. Each cigar is individually numbered due to the rare Dominican corojo wrapper, which at least for me, makes it a tough decision to smoke when I open my humidor.
http://www.luxist.com/media/2006/06/caovision.jpg



The owner of my local cigar shop has been telling me to try more of the CAO line, I've tried the Brazillia, I think in a torpedo, and it was ok, but the burn was poor keep canoeing on me...and that just pisses me off. Anyway give me a CAO recomendation in a maduro.

[ruckstande]

I think I had one CAO ever and I liked it. I have to try another one since it has been a long time when I had it. The cigar that I was looking for is called an EO brand 601 Habano Robusto by Don Pepin Garcia.

[sniper]

The owner of my local cigar shop has been telling me to try more of the CAO line, I've tried the Brazillia, I think in a torpedo, and it was ok, but the burn was poor keep canoeing on me...and that just pisses me off. Anyway give me a CAO recomendation in a maduro.

Then i'd recommend the Italia or the Sopranos line.

I've noticed the smaller Italias and Brazillias suffer from canoing, yes annoying, you shouldn't have to work to enjoy your cigar.

It seems I always have a new favorite cigar every time this thread is bumped.
I still love my CAOs but in the summer I tend to prefer a more mild smoke, and the Perdomo Reserve Champagne is like smoking butter. Great flavor, great smoke.

http://the2ndhalf.typepad.com/andys_diner/images/td2.jpg

[RMPGP]

RP Edge - maduro & corojo, that is the best there is.

[Turtle]

Then i'd recommend the Italia or the Sopranos line.

I've noticed the smaller Italias and Brazillias suffer from canoing, yes annoying, you shouldn't have to work to enjoy your cigar.

It seems I always have a new favorite cigar every time this thread is bumped.
I still love my CAOs but in the summer I tend to prefer a more mild smoke, and the Perdomo Reserve Champagne is like smoking butter. Great flavor, great smoke.

http://the2ndhalf.typepad.com/andys_diner/images/td2.jpg

Thanks sniper, I'll check them out.

[sniper]

Thanks sniper, I'll check them out.

CAO now makes the Gold in Maduro, but I didn't try one. :icon_mrgr

and I totally forgot about the CAO MX2. I love the cx2, spicy for a connecticut so I'd imagine the mx being right up your alley.
http://blog.slatner.com/content/binary/MX2InHumidor.jpg

Was at the shop today, had a very nice Ashton Cabinet Series, It had a creamy cedar flavor to it.

I brought home a RP Olde World Reserve, which I'm told, despite the dark wrapper is a mild cigar with hints of cocoa.
http://the2ndhalf.typepad.com/photos/my_humidor/rp_owr.jpg

And I snagged the new Perdomo Habano in the Corojo wrapper. Cigar's got some girth. Too new for a web pic, i'll break out my camera, might as well show off my new humidor.
First, here's the cigar, all artistic and shit
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0384_resize.jpg

and my new Humi.
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0378_resize.jpg
My favorite shop was having a Father's day sale, this was marked down from $400 to $170 but there was a lacquer stain all over the plexi on the front, so he gave it to me for $90, It cost me $8 to replace the plexi. :icon_mrgr
The top and bottom drawers hold my humidifiers, I took my digital hygrometer out of my old humidor and had the perfect amount of room on the top drawer to mount it so i don't have to open it to check the humidity.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0382_resize.jpg
Second drawer, pretty much my favorites and other mild cigars I haven't tried, I think of this drawer as the queue.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0387_resize.jpg
Third drawer, Maduros and darker cigars.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0388_resize.jpg
fourth drawer, my churchills I can never find the time to smoke.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0389_resize.jpg
fifth drawer, cubans, tubos and rare/old cigars I don't have the heart to smoke yet. The RYJ, Cohiba, and the Montecristo Le Grand Delacroix all were given to me by a customer of mine and aged perfectly, they all have a shitload of plume on them, I just can't do it. That particular Monte isn't made anymore.

[EvilMonkey71]

Anyway give me a CAO recomendation in a maduro.

CAO Black VR....it's the maduro version of the CAO Black. I ordered a dozen single sticks off cigar.com and this was one of the ones I decided to try. I can't say enough good things about it! Very smooth and tasty. I'm planning on scraping up the cash to buy a box to split with a buddy of mine as soon as I can.

[SteveSteele]

I also love "Maker's Mark" cigars when I can get them. I don't believe they make Maduros, but the natural wrapped ones that I have had are great. They are infused with Maker's Mark whiskey, have a full body smoke and give you a nice head rush.


I saw those Maker's Mark smokes at the cigar store I go to. I'll give one a try now that I know they aren't complete dogshit. Normally I like the Punch in the Maduro wrapper.

[roche]

http://blog.slatner.com/content/binary/MX2InHumidor.jpg


I have smoked many of them. Great smoke with a lot of flavor. Only a fool would pass them up for the price.

[Turtle]

CAO now makes the Gold in Maduro, but I didn't try one. :icon_mrgr

and I totally forgot about the CAO MX2. I love the cx2, spicy for a connecticut so I'd imagine the mx being right up your alley.
http://blog.slatner.com/content/binary/MX2InHumidor.jpg

Was at the shop today, had a very nice Ashton Cabinet Series, It had a creamy cedar flavor to it.

I brought home a RP Olde World Reserve, which I'm told, despite the dark wrapper is a mild cigar with hints of cocoa.
http://the2ndhalf.typepad.com/photos/my_humidor/rp_owr.jpg

And I snagged the new Perdomo Habano in the Corojo wrapper. Cigar's got some girth. Too new for a web pic, i'll break out my camera, might as well show off my new humidor.
First, here's the cigar, all artistic and shit
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0384_resize.jpg

and my new Humi.
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0378_resize.jpg
My favorite shop was having a Father's day sale, this was marked down from $400 to $170 but there was a lacquer stain all over the plexi on the front, so he gave it to me for $90, It cost me $8 to replace the plexi. :icon_mrgr
The top and bottom drawers hold my humidifiers, I took my digital hygrometer out of my old humidor and had the perfect amount of room on the top drawer to mount it so i don't have to open it to check the humidity.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0382_resize.jpg
Second drawer, pretty much my favorites and other mild cigars I haven't tried, I think of this drawer as the queue.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0387_resize.jpg
Third drawer, Maduros and darker cigars.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0388_resize.jpg
fourth drawer, my churchills I can never find the time to smoke.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/IMG_0389_resize.jpg
fifth drawer, cubans, tubos and rare/old cigars I don't have the heart to smoke yet. The RYJ, Cohiba, and the Montecristo Le Grand Delacroix all were given to me by a customer of mine and aged perfectly, they all have a shitload of plume on them, I just can't do it. That particular Monte isn't made anymore.

I've see the MX2 and I'll get one and let you know what i think. What a great looking humidor and at $170...great price.

[UnOriginal]

Get the B54 slow burning cigar.

[SteveSteele]

I don't smoke cigars all that often. How long will they last when they aren't in a humidor? I have one left (still wrapped) that I bought last Saturday. Will it still be good for this Saturday?

[roche]

I don't smoke cigars all that often. How long will they last when they aren't in a humidor? I have one left (still wrapped) that I bought last Saturday. Will it still be good for this Saturday?

They really go to hell after 48 hours or so.

[SteveSteele]

They really go to hell after 48 hours or so.

I guess I should throw it out then or will the plastic bag trick work?

[roche]

I guess I should throw it out then or will the plastic bag trick work?

Don't throw it out. Try the trick. Even a fucked up good cigar is better than nothing. Keep in mind though it will probably never be an awesome smoke again. I will drive 20 miles to get a decent smoke from a proper humidor. When it comes down to a good smoke, it just isn't worth it to cut corners.

[SteveSteele]

I have a JR cigar store near me. I see some humidors for $20. What else do I need? Will I be able to get something to keep my cigars for under $50?

[ruckstande]

I have a JR cigar store near me. I see some humidors for $20. What else do I need? Will I be able to get something to keep my cigars for under $50?

You'd be just as good with a tupperware containter. You just need a humidifier.

[krispykreme]

The best solution is a Cooler-dor. You can make one for less than $50 and it will hold hundreds of cigars.

Get a rectangular cooler, with a good sealing lid. I go for the 40 gallon. The kind you can sit on.

Purchase a rubbermaid container, about the kind that would hold a sandwich, or a little bigger.

Purchase a block of Floral Foam, the green shit you stick flowers in.

Purchase a gallon jug of distilled water

Drill holes in the lid of the container. Lots of them!

Slice the floral foam to fit the container. As big as it will fit.

Moisten the floral foam.

Insert container into the cooler.

Add cigars and cigar boxes. Don't use varnished boxes, only use the raw spanish cedar ones. If you just buy singles, your local cigarstore will sell you old boxes for a buck or two. I reccomend the Excalibur and El Rey del Mundo ones as they are raw, spanish cedar in popular sizes.

This will hold, 70/70 even in desert conditions. If it gets too wet, buy propelyne glycol and put a few drops on the foam.

[izzy izkowitz]

what are the kind that comes from a chick's cunt?

[sniper]

what are the kind that comes from a chick's cunt?

let me just nip this in the bud.
http://www.topslab.wisc.edu/projects/images/pileup.jpg

kthxfrvstng

[SteveSteele]

I went to the JR Cigars store in midtown this afternoon. Got a decent humidor (holds about 50 Churchill sized cigars), humidifyer, gauge, 16 oz of the propelyne glycol, a bullet and a guillotene cutter, and three Punch cigars for $60.

The cooler-dor sounds like a great idea, but I'll never have a need for anything that big.

[sniper]

I went to the JR Cigars store in midtown this afternoon. Got a decent humidor (holds about 50 Churchill sized cigars), humidifyer, gauge, 16 oz of the propelyne glycol, a bullet and a guillotene cutter, and three Punch cigars for $60.

The cooler-dor sounds like a great idea, but I'll never have a need for anything that big.

Hehe, I remember saying something like that in my early days, it starts as something to do on a lazy sunday and turns into a hobby.

Speaking of cutters, how do you guys like yours?

I have a bullet punch which I preferred until I was in NH a few months ago and the shop had a working antique V cutter and I also got a Zino that was packaged precut with a V cutter which was perfect for my ride home. My local shop has a V cutter so when I buy one to smoke there now I get V cuts, I love them, but I can't justify paying over $40 for a cutter that's not a precious metal.

[Turtle]

Hehe, I remember saying something like that in my early days, it starts as something to do on a lazy sunday and turns into a hobby.

Speaking of cutters, how do you guys like yours?

I have a bullet punch which I preferred until I was in NH a few months ago and the shop had a working antique V cutter and I also got a Zino that was packaged precut with a V cutter which was perfect for my ride home. My local shop has a V cutter so when I buy one to smoke there now I get V cuts, I love them, but I can't justify paying over $40 for a cutter that's not a precious metal.

Depends on the cigar length & guage.

Corona- V or a bullet
lonsdale- bullet
churchill/robusto- chop chop
torpedo- V

[SteveSteele]

Just a question for some of you humidor owners...
You have to "season" the wood inside with distilled water. How will I know when it's "seasoned" enough?

[sniper]

Just a question for some of you humidor owners...
You have to "season" the wood inside with distilled water. How will I know when it's "seasoned" enough?

Get a brand new un-soaped sponge, cut it in half, dampen them with the distilled water and wipe down the entire inside of the humidor. Get a plastic sandwich bag, lay it on the bottom of the humidor and put the dampened sponges on it. Leave it closed overnight.

Day 2.

Dampen the sponges and wipe down the inside again. Get a small dish (I used a deep tupperware lid so it was easier to gauge the water level) fill it with the distilled water and leave it in all day. Next morning check the water level.

Repeat this process until the water level has stayed the same, this means the cedar has been "seasoned" and has soaked up the water it needs to maintain the humidor so it won't take moisture away from the cigars.

Then you can take the dish out, put your humidifier and hygrometer in, and it's ready to fill with smokes.

[Deadhead]

I just got my order from Thompson.

What should have been 1 to 2 days from UPS turned into 8 days.

NOT EVEN A WATER PILLOW IN THE SACK!!!! SAVAGES!!!!


I really cant bitch about the offer: Mega sampler $29.95 - 16 Cigars, Includes:
http://www.thompsoncigar.com/default.aspx?sid=jtip3lqmcyr2wmia2gwlfm45&page=product&sender=CrossSell&qtype=best&uid=1820
I DID NOT get the green Indios.... I was curious if it tasted different, being green.... oh well.


And just went to a cigar shop on Sat. and got a full humidor full (OK I got a small humidor :( )

[SteveSteele]

I just got my order from Thompson.


Thompson looks a little pricey. I just did a comparison shop between them and jrcigars.com, and JR is a lot cheaper.

[BigJackVI]

The cooler-dor sounds like a great idea, but I'll never have a need for anything that big.



BWAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!

I siaid the same exact thing 10 years, 3-48qt coolers, 1-100qt cooler, 5 large desktop humidors, and 1 medium desktop (at work) ago, and I still find myself putting stuff in ziplocks till I make room!!


Sonny, the CAO MX2s are out there, they just sell so fast, that they are on backorder from CAO most of the time.

Wait till you guys that like stronger cigars try the new CAO America line. Strong with TONS of flavor. I got to try a few of the pre-release cigars, that will be given out at the big cigar dealer convention next week. WOW!!

(Its nice to do side work for a cigar company. I'm the photographer, when CAO does big events in this area. They PAY me to hang out with the Flavourettes, and other celebs! I even met C&S a few years ago, at the JRs event.)

Those new CAO Gold Maduros are very good, if you like a mild cigar, and want get some of the Maduro flavor.

[SteveSteele]

HELP!!!! I now just noticed mold growing on the bottom of my humidor. It wasn't much and my cigars are all safe, but what can I do about it? Or am I just fucked and have to buy a new one?

[Turtle]

HELP!!!! I now just noticed mold growing on the bottom of my humidor. It wasn't much and my cigars are all safe, but what can I do about it? Or am I just fucked and have to buy a new one?

This is a new one for me, try putting the cigars in a zip lock and put the humidor in the sun light for a few days...just a thought.

[sniper]

This is a new one for me, try putting the cigars in a zip lock and put the humidor in the sun light for a few days...just a thought.

yup, you're on the right track, isolate the cigars, then wipe out the mold with a damp paper towel, make sure you get all of it. Then leave it open for a few days in a humidity area. Only bad thing is after those few days, you'll need to season it all over again.

[SteveSteele]

Thanks. I had the humidor outside in the sun from morning until it was dark out on Sunday. The thing was completely dry. I re-seasoned the thing yesterday, re-filled the humidifyer and put the smokes back in. I think it drew mold for two reasons. I may have over "seasoned" the thing the first time out, or could it be because I left the thing in my basement (which is full of humidity). My next question is if it is safe to keep your humidor in a room with air conditioning?

[BigJackVI]

As long as you have something in the humi to regulate humidity, you'll be fine. The A/C will remove moisture from the air, but as long as you aren't opening the humidor all the time, it won't be a problem.

Ask at your cigar store, if they carry "HumiPaks". They are a small envelope, that you put in with the cigars, to regulate the humdity. Normally they last 1-3 months. When it gets hard and dry, change it.

[BigJackVI]

Check out the new CAO Sopranos pack.

Coming soon!!!


http://www.cigarlive.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=2209&d=1186284852

[VMS]

I'm traveling to China next week: one of the few commie countries left in the world, and they're on pretty good relations with the one that produces cigars.

I'm going to be taken to a nice cigar shop there: should be able to get whatever. Any recommendations on Cuban cigars I should pick up? I don't smoke much myself, but I figure gifting these things would be a good way to boost business contacts.

Also need recommendations on how to bring them back home without them getting too dried out. I've brought cigars back from overseas before: they really don't give a fuck at customs. I just need some way to not have them get dried out on the plane, either in checked baggage or in my carry-ons (figure I should bring them with me in my carry-on, though).

Any ideas, folks?

[sniper]

There's a limit where they won't fuck with you though. Anything less than a box you should be fine, and your carry-on is more likely to get searched. Bring a 10 cigar travel humidor with you, that'll keep them fresh and protected. When you fill it, remove the brand rings, as most will identify the cigars as Cuban (and if they are important to you, mail them home separately). Pack it in your checked luggage. Also, by removing the rings, if questioned you can say they are hand rolled dominicans or something that you brought on your trip with you.

http://www.cheaphumidors.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=X10&Category_Code=TVHUMIDORS&Product_Count=2

[Buster H]

There's a limit where they won't fuck with you though. Anything less than a box you should be fine, and your carry-on is more likely to get searched. Bring a 10 cigar travel humidor with you, that'll keep them fresh and protected. When you fill it, remove the brand rings, as most will identify the cigars as Cuban (and if they are important to you, mail them home separately). Pack it in your checked luggage. Also, by removing the rings, if questioned you can say they are hand rolled dominicans or something that you brought on your trip with you.

http://www.cheaphumidors.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=X10&Category_Code=TVHUMIDORS&Product_Count=2

be sure to use a reputable company for the shipping. I made that mistake in italy. Never got the rings. I really wish I could have found a Fed Ex office over there.

[Turtle]

Check out the new CAO Sopranos pack.

Coming soon!!!


http://www.cigarlive.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=2209&d=1186284852

I saw some Sopranos cigars at one of the local shops, but at $20 for a rubusto...well i said no.

[sniper]

Frank Vincent has his own cigars now, sold in a 3 pack for $25, I've been meaning to try them.

http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?page=cigars&brand=FRANK%20VINCENT%20SIGNATURE&rjr=whnw&promo=b.i.whnw%7CFRANK%20VINCENT%20SIGNATURE

[BigJackVI]

Frank is a good guy. I took the pictures of him at the Big Smoke last Nov for CAO.

He was talking with CAO about having them create his brand. I guess he found a lower bidder.

[SteveSteele]

For my birthday, I got a couple of Trinadad TTT's. Anyone ever try these?

[EvilMonkey71]

For my birthday, I got a couple of Trinadad TTT's. Anyone ever try these?

I'm thinking I have tried them. If they're the ones I'm thinking of, they have a cameroon wrap and were pretty good.

I ordered a box of CAO Black VR with my 10% birthday discount from cigar.com....can't wait for those babies to show up!

[Deadhead]

Just finished a Cusano (double Connecticut- aged 18 years) Very Good!!

[sniper]

Just finished a Cusano (double Connecticut- aged 18 years) Very Good!!

Those are fantastic. I tried a Rocky Patel Edge Double Corona the other night that i absolutely loved, i was also told to try the same in Maduro.

[Turtle]

Sniper, i had the mx2 torpedo this weekend, thanks for the recomendation it was a great smoke

[Mule Spanker]

I was in Orlando earlier this summer. I strongly recommend the Corona Cigar Co on West Sand Lake Rd. Amazing. The entire store is one huge humidor. I was talking w/the general manager. He told me they carry more than 400 different brands of cigars.

[Turtle]

I was in Orlando earlier this summer. I strongly recommend the Corona Cigar Co on West Sand Lake Rd. Amazing. The entire store is one huge humidor. I was talking w/the general manager. He told me they carry more than 400 different brands of cigars.

cool, next time I'm "in O Town brother", I'll check it out.

[SteveSteele]

For my birthday, I got a couple of Trinadad TTT's. Anyone ever try these?

I finally got around to smoking one over the weekend. It was so good, I went to JR today and bought a few more.

[Deadhead]

Those are fantastic. I tried a Rocky Patel Edge Double Corona the other night that i absolutely loved, i was also told to try the same in Maduro.

I've got a "Vintage 1992" Rocky Patel in the ole' humidor, just waitin for the right time.;)

[sniper]

I've got a "Vintage 1992" Rocky Patel in the ole' humidor, just waitin for the right time.;)

Hah! same here... square roll, red band right?

[Turtle]

I'm looking for a lonsdale...maduro...big flavors, any thoughts?

[EvilMonkey71]

I'm looking for a lonsdale...maduro...big flavors, any thoughts?

CAO Black VR...closest size they have to a lonsdale is 4.5 x 44 though. I liked this cigar so much when I tried it that I recently bought a box to split with a buddy of mine.

http://www.top25cigar.com/reviewdatabase/index.asp?showprod=yes&pkID=886

[BeersOnTheBoat]

I think I'm one of the fortunate ones in the Cigar World. I live about 1/2 hour from a JR outlet in Statesville, NC. If you've never seen one you'll never forget the feeling of walking into a humidor twice the size of most entire stores.

All time Favorite: Cuban Partagas Short (I smoke 'em when I'm in Europe).

Weekends on the Boat with a case of Carolina Blond: El Rey Del Mundo Robusto Larga, or La Gloria Cubana Churchill. (5 packs for $15 at JR's. Just unreal).

Afterwork: El Rey Del Mundo Rothchild

Anytime day or night: Punch Elite.

Lots more I want to try, but that's all I got for now......

[Turtle]

CAO Black VR...closest size they have to a lonsdale is 4.5 x 44 though. I liked this cigar so much when I tried it that I recently bought a box to split with a buddy of mine.

http://www.top25cigar.com/reviewdatabase/index.asp?showprod=yes&pkID=886

thanks

[Deadhead]

Hah! same here... square roll, red band right?

You are corrrrrect, Sir!:action-sm

[SteveSteele]

Just tried one of the Trinidad's in the maduro wrapper last night. Very good smoke.

[sniper]

I'm looking for a lonsdale...maduro...big flavors, any thoughts?

Based on your request alone I took an Arturo Fuente Gran Reserva maduro to work with me for my company outing. I had never had a Fuente before but it was very bold, and VERY tasty. A little longer than your typical lonsdale though.. It had been sitting in my humidor for a while and I think was one of the cigars I got from a customer that kept a very nice humidor himself. Either way, I'd highly recommend it, I'd have another.

http://propellerhat.us/cutenews/data/upimages/fuente_gran_reserva.gif

[BigJackVI]

I'm looking for a lonsdale...maduro...big flavors, any thoughts?


Try the JR Ultimate Double Maduro, in the "Cetro" size.

Awesome Maduro. I have about half a box left from Oct '94.

[SteveSteele]

Remember when I said a few pages back that I'd never have a need for a cooler-dor. I guess I spoke too soon. I just ordered an 80 quart cooler for $60 and I'll be building one as soon as it arrives. Damn this is an expensive little hobby.

[EvilMonkey71]

Remember when I said a few pages back that I'd never have a need for a cooler-dor. I guess I spoke too soon. I just ordered an 80 quart cooler for $60 and I'll be building one as soon as it arrives. Damn this is an expensive little hobby.


I just recently filled my humidor to the brim. I going to try really hard to not buy any more sticks until I've made some space.....we'll see how well THAT goes. ;)

[ChocolateRain]

i dont smoke too many cigars, at least not enough to consider myself a connoisseur (i stick to my parliament lights :))

but one time i had an Acid cigar, and it was easily the best i've had

[SteveSteele]

I jusr had a good idea for my cooler-dor. I have a local shop that works in plexiglass. I'm going to have them build me a plexiglass box that fits in the bottom of the cooler with holes in the top. Basically creating one large humidifyer.

[krispykreme]

I jusr had a good idea for my cooler-dor. I have a local shop that works in plexiglass. I'm going to have them build me a plexiglass box that fits in the bottom of the cooler with holes in the top. Basically creating one large humidifyer.

That can work. Completely unnecessary, but it will work well. Just get lots of holes drilled in it, and sanded out so they aren't sharp. Get climax beads or floral foam. If you use floral foam, remember to buy propelyne glycol (cigar juice or other brand) to control humidity. A large humidifier can put out way too much humidity unless you use PG. The climax beads work great though. These are those little gel hydroponic thingys they sell at walmart to put flower arrangements in. Look like little jelly balls.

[SteveSteele]

http://www.cigarsforless.com/images/dbthumbs/dbimages/macanudo_maduro_hyde_park.jpg
These are currently my favorite.

Very tasty. I enjoyed one myself over the weekend.

[SteveSteele]

Last night I tried a Montecristo Vintage 93 No. 30. It was so fucking good I smoked the thing to a nub.

I got two robustos from CAO on my next to smoke list. The CAO Extreme and
Maduro.

[SteveSteele]

OK, I'm officially spending all my extra cash on this new hobby of mine. Just tried a Gurkha Ancient Warrior Emperor last night. Very tasty and I highly recommend it.

Anybody know of a reputable internet dealer for these sticks?

[SteveSteele]

Resurrecting this thread from the depths...
I had a nice four day Labor Day weekend and spent most of it chilling outside, so I took the opportunity to try a whole bunch of good smokes that were new to at least me. These were all excellent.

Hoyo de Monterray Dark Summatra and an Excalibur 1066
Cohiba Black Supremo
Bolivar Toro

The Dark Summatra is an excellent smoke if you have a full stomach. On an empty stomach, I turned a little green smoking it as it's a very strong and sharp then. The Excalibur 1066 was a good full bodied afternoon smoke over a few drinks.

The Cohiba Black was good as I expected it to be but the surprise was the Bolivar. That one was good enough to make me stop by JR in midtown and pick up a five pack. I can't wait to get out of work tonight and spark up another.

[EvilMonkey71]

I had a 5 Vegas Maduro over the holiday that was excellent! Nice rich smoke...perfect for lounging next to the pool.

Always loved the Hoyo de Monterey products but I've never tried a Bolivar other than the Cuban version in Aruba. I really should pick one up as they were my favorite Cubans of all the brands I sampled while I was down there. Thanks for the tip!

[Deadhead]

quick!!!!

Java or CAO gold?

[sniper]

quick!!!!

Java or CAO gold?

How can you choose! get BOTH! If you've never had a java get that! outstanding cigar.

[FAZ8218]

CAO gold.

[Deadhead]

How can you choose! get BOTH! If you've never had a java get that! outstanding cigar.

Oh no, sir.
You dont understand...
I got one in each hand!

CAO gold.


Thank you sir. See ya back at FarmAid!:action-sm

[SteveSteele]

Anyone here use one of those Cigar Oasis units in their humidors? I've been checking them out and they seem pretty good.

[Deadhead]

Anyone here use one of those Cigar Oasis units in their humidors? I've been checking them out and they seem pretty good.

I'm not familar with that.

Could you explain that unit?



And

Java Rules!

had my 1st Olivia. WONDERFUL!!!!!!!

Ran out. Had to get another Mega Sampler from Thompson.

The real reason I'm here is to find that address for the company that sells singles.:action-sm

Oh, and does Drew Estates have a wholesaler?

[SteveSteele]

I'm not familar with that.

Could you explain that unit?


The Cigar Oasis is one of those active electronic humidifyers. It has a built in water supply and works by using a small fan to draw in air from the humidor over the water and then out of the unit back into the humidor. It has the ability to keep the humidor at a user preset humidity of 68-72%.

[Deadhead]

(//CSK) "Dank YOU!!" (CSK)

[SteveSteele]

OK, three days with the Cigar Oasis. Best investment I've made for my humidor. It keeps the humidor at a perfect 70% humidity and it will tell me when the distilled water level is low. Supposedly, it won't need a refill for three months.

[Turtle]

OK, three days with the Cigar Oasis. Best investment I've made for my humidor. It keeps the humidor at a perfect 70% humidity and it will tell me when the distilled water level is low. Supposedly, it won't need a refill for three months.

i need to check this out.

[SteveSteele]

i need to check this out.

http://www.cigaroasis.com

[SteveSteele]

Normally, I enjoy a cigar once I get off the train after work. Yesterday, I forgot to bring one with me from home, so I stopped by JR Cigars on 5th Ave and asked one of the guys to recommend one for me. He suggested one of the Genuine Conterfeit Pre Embargo Cubans Limited editions. It was a fucking excellent cigar and fairly cheap ($3.25 each). Box price for 50 was $97.50 for the Hermoso (robusto size). I highly recommend them myself. Try one out.

You can check them out here...

GENUINE PRE-EMBARGO C. C. EDICION LIMITADA 1958 HERMOSO CIGARS (http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?page=cig_view&itemcode=ELH)

[Deadhead]

Normally, I enjoy a cigar once I get off the train after work. Yesterday, I forgot to bring one with me from home, so I stopped by JR Cigars on 5th Ave and asked one of the guys to recommend one for me. He suggested one of the Genuine Conterfeit Pre Embargo Cubans Limited editions. It was a fucking excellent cigar and fairly cheap ($3.25 each). Box price for 50 was $97.50 for the Hermoso (robusto size). I highly recommend them myself. Try one out.

You can check them out here...

GENUINE PRE-EMBARGO C. C. EDICION LIMITADA 1958 HERMOSO CIGARS (http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?page=cig_view&itemcode=ELH)


I've had a "regular" one(just the green label with the counterfeit stamp- I guess the "original"?) I liked it alot, too. In fact, it was the 1st "REAL" cigar I bought years ago. I finally found one a couple of months ago.


Haven't posted in a while, sooooo....
Tryin a Helix right now. OK.

Just got my Mega sampler from Thompson.
They made a couple of changes.
No CAO Brazilia:mad4: BUT a CAO Gold(THE BIG ONE!:D)
No La Gloria Cubana:icon_neut: BUT a Rocky Patel Old World Reserve!!!!:D:D

We all need to get together and get the same cigar and try it at the same time. Maybe get a seller or distrbutor to make a "Wackbagger Sampler"?:icon_wink

[Turtle]

I got a JR Cigar book the other day form a buddy, the prices look great, anyone have good or bad exp w/ JR?

[SteveSteele]

I got a JR Cigar book the other day form a buddy, the prices look great, anyone have good or bad exp w/ JR?


JR is excellent. Never had a problem with them either visiting their store on 5th Ave or through the internet.

And you're very right...the prices do rock.

[Turtle]

JR is excellent. Never had a problem with them either visiting their store on 5th Ave or through the internet.

And you're very right...the prices do rock.

Thanks, for the most part I've heard good things. I was shocked that they are selling La Gloria Cubana R #7's for $128.50 a box ($5.14 a stick) that is more than 1/2 off of what I see in Iowa.

[SteveSteele]

Order from them. You won't regret it.

[EvilMonkey71]

I got a JR Cigar book the other day form a buddy, the prices look great, anyone have good or bad exp w/ JR?

I second Steve....never had a problem with them. They have a lot of great e-mail offers and as the holidays get closer they'll have tons of deals on a bunch of different samplers.

[BigJackVI]

In December, JR runs their "12 Days of Christmas" special on the website. People stock up on a years worth of cigars, the deals are so good.

Not every special is what everybodt wants, but most people find at least 1 that lures them in.

Prices are usually about 30-40% off the JR regular prices

[flyerfan116]

any reccomendations for something mild...my friends and i rarley smoke but my bachelor party is in a week and a half so we were gonna get some cigars for the occasion...I usually order something mild from www.cigarfactoryneworleans.com hand rolled and pretty good, not that i am a connoisseur any suggestions?

[Turtle]

any reccomendations for something mild...my friends and i rarley smoke but my bachelor party is in a week and a half so we were gonna get some cigars for the occasion...I usually order something mild from www.cigarfactoryneworleans.com hand rolled and pretty good, not that i am a connoisseur any suggestions?

Buuday, it has been my experience that most people like the Arturo Fuente (http://www.cigarfamily.com/) line esp. if they are not regular cigar smokers. It is a good, consistent well made cigar that most guys will recognize and appreciate. It is a safe cigar to give and like I said it is well known and well liked. You say that you don’t smoke cigars a lot so I would recommend getting a corona or a lonsdale in the Fuente line. Have fun at the party and best wishes for the wedding.

[flyerfan116]

Buuday, it has been my experience that most people like the Arturo Fuente (http://www.cigarfamily.com/) line esp. if they are not regular cigar smokers. It is a good, consistent well made cigar that most guys will recognize and appreciate. It is a safe cigar to give and like I said it is well known and well liked. You say that you don’t smoke cigars a lot so I would recommend getting a corona or a lonsdale in the Fuente line. Have fun at the party and best wishes for the wedding.

Thanks Buuday...gonna pick some up for the party tomorrow thanks for the tip & the well wishes

[Turtle]

Thanks Buuday...gonna pick some up for the party tomorrow thanks for the tip & the well wishes

Glad to help, all the best.

[Deadhead]

Holy Shit this thread has been lost!!!!!



Bump.

Been smoking a few of the now favorites:Java,CAO Criollo,CAO MX2, the Lil Olivia(the small ones that look like a bowling pen),Just about anything by Drew Estates.


A quick question...
Anyone know about the A.fuente Gran Reserva? I got one for Christmas with a note that said "once a year". Something about being limited or something.

keep the thread alive!
(:icon_roll douche!)

[Sinn Fein]

I've been meaning to pick up some cigars for a few weeks and never got around to it.... Thanks for the reminder.

[thegreenninja]

Been smoking a few of the now favorites:Java,CAO Criollo,CAO MX2, the Lil Olivia(the small ones that look like a bowling pen),Just about anything by Drew Estates.


A quick question...
Anyone know about the A.fuente Gran Reserva? I got one for Christmas with a note that said "once a year". Something about being limited or something.

keep the thread alive!
(:icon_roll douche!)

The Gran reserva's are an excellent smoke, but I don't think they are that hard to find. I finally tried some of the Drew Estates Acid cigars, and I think I'd rather smoke potpourri. Fuck flavored and "infused" cigars. My dad gave me two Cuban Cohiba's out of the five-pack he got for his birthday, I'm waiting for a good reason to break one out.

[Newbomb]

Love the A. Fuente's

Question for you all.... I just got a proper humidor for christmas, I generally keep my cigars in the cellophane, is that the generally accepted way of leaving them in your humidor?

I like the cello, cuz I can leave it in when I go to the golf course to smoke in the cubhouse after a round and I never smoke in the house anyway.

Seems like the cigar would keep better without the cellophane, but my brother in-law says the cello seals in the moisture better....

[Ronreddog]

Nice, a cigar thread, I like this!

I have been a cigar aficionado since 1997. I have smoked many kinds of cigars, and I have my favorites. My favorite brand is Padron, one of the best smokes I have ever had. I have had the regular line, the Anniversaries, and the 1926 line. The Padron Millennium was my all-time favorite, at $35. a piece. I have never had a bad one.

I also like the CAO line, especially the MX2 and Italia line. The Sopranos line is also awesome, but pricey. I have also enjoyed many of the CAO's line.

Arturo Fuente is another great brand of cigars, and I have enjoyed many from their line. I think the Gran Reserva is just a limited production line, but, I have seen them. Opus X are a bit harder to find.

I also like Punch, Romeo y Julieta, and Partagas, but, I try new ones all the time, by going to cigar tastings. If you are new to cigars, cigar tastings are well worth attending. I attend one every month at a local cigar shop. Check in your area for one.

[SteveSteele]

I was just given two genuine Cuban Monticristo's by a co worker. I've smoked one already and have to say the "Cubans are the best cigar" idea is mostly hype. I found very little difference between the Cuban version and the ones you can get here (from the D.R. IIRC). I won't complain though. The Cuban Montecristo was still a good smoke.

[SteveSteele]

Just tried a Joya de Nicaragua the other day and was pleasantly surprised. Smooth but spicy at the same time.

On a side note, I tried it at a cigar store/lounge that just opened up down the block from me. They were a bit pricey, but I got to hang out and smoke it there in a nice new comfortable setting.

[Mafialife Chris]

Macanudo maduro is fantastic. Im having one now!

[SteveSteele]

Bumping this thread...

I tried a Aurora 1495 and a Rocky Patel Edge over the weekend. Both were fantastic.

BTW, I loving having a cigar lounge around the block from my house.

[Turtle]

Bumping this thread...

I tried a Aurora 1495

I'll check this one out.

[SteveSteele]

I'll check this one out.

It's a great full bodied smoke. You won't be disappointed. The RP Edge was also great. Try one of those if you haven't already.

Also, has anyone ordered from CheaperCigars.com out of California? They seem to have a good selection and fairly cheap prices.

[Ronreddog]

Bumping this thread...

I tried a Aurora 1495 and a Rocky Patel Edge over the weekend. Both were fantastic.

BTW, I loving having a cigar lounge around the block from my house.

Mine is right next door! I can walk right over, and they have a huge selection! I am smoking mostly Padron 7000 Maduros, a great smoke!

[SteveSteele]

Mine is right next door! I can walk right over, and they have a huge selection! I am smoking mostly Padron 7000 Maduros, a great smoke!

The place just opened and hasn't gotten their full selection in. They plan on carrying the Padrons, CAO's, TTT Trinidad's, and some of the Gurkha line. I'll look out for that Padron 7000 Maduros.

[roche]

Macanudo maduro is fantastic. Im having one now!

Those are some of my favorites for their price and consistent quality. I don't think I have ever had a bad one from a decent shop.

[SteveSteele]

RRD...I was looking at the Padron numbered series. Other than the sizes is there any difference in the quality of the smoke?

[SteveSteele]

I guess no one's smoking cigars in the cold. That being said, I just tried one of those Oliva Series V. Very delicious.

[BloodyDiaper]

Just discovered a cigar bar a couple blocks away from my office.

The Ashton Aged Maduro is my smoke of choice right now.

http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?page=cig_view&type=HC&itemcode=AS103

I've tried others, but I keep coming back to this one.

[MattyIceGfunk]

Any recommendations for "It's A Boy" cigars? My buddy's and I are getting together next weekend for the soon to be kid and I wanna get a box of cigars.

[roche]

Just discovered a cigar bar a couple blocks away from my office.

The Ashton Aged Maduro is my smoke of choice right now.

http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?page=cig_view&type=HC&itemcode=AS103

I've tried others, but I keep coming back to this one.

Those are some good cheap reliable smokes. I prefer the Macanudo but you can't go wrong with the Ashton.

[Turtle]

M L C link to the Cigar Forum on STI... (http://www.wackbag.com/showthread.php?t=86044)I like the cigar forum over there. Check it out.

[Ronreddog]

RRD...I was looking at the Padron numbered series. Other than the sizes is there any difference in the quality of the smoke?

Sorry, Steve, I just read this. The numbered series are obviously a short production, but, I personally, think they are worth the cost. The quality is superior, IMO.

If you don't want to spend that money, try the regular line. My new fav is the Padron 7000 Maduro. I have always loved the Padron line, and I buy them most of the time.

[SteveSteele]

Sorry, Steve, I just read this. The numbered series are obviously a short production, but, I personally, think they are worth the cost. The quality is superior, IMO.

If you don't want to spend that money, try the regular line. My new fav is the Padron 7000 Maduro. I have always loved the Padron line, and I buy them most of the time.

Oh, I don't mind spending the money. I've found a great place on the web (which coincidentally is near my house) that sells most everything in five packs. I find this is a great way to try some new smokes. Their prices aren't too bad either and they have a really wide selection. Check it out here. (http://www.atlanticcigar.com)

[SteveSteele]

I tried a Paul Garmiran maduro robusto. I wasn't impressed. Tasted a little too much like damp moss.

If the weather stays warm tonight, I've got a Gurkha Regent I'd like to try.

[SteveSteele]

I had an Oliva Masters Blend yesterday. Another delicious sample from my local cigar lounge.

[Mommadeez4u]

Love the A. Fuente's

Question for you all.... I just got a proper humidor for christmas, I generally keep my cigars in the cellophane, is that the generally accepted way of leaving them in your humidor?

I like the cello, cuz I can leave it in when I go to the golf course to smoke in the cubhouse after a round and I never smoke in the house anyway.

Seems like the cigar would keep better without the cellophane, but my brother in-law says the cello seals in the moisture better....

Re; Leaving the cello on, it's up to you. Taking it off means that you'll get 'marrying' of flavors between different smokes, not necessarily a bad thing.

[SteveSteele]

Boy this thread disappears fast. Maybe with the warmer weather approaching, we can keep this one on the first page more often.

That being said, I had a Gurkha Black Dragon yesterday. Pricey (almost $15 for the Imperial Presidente 8.5x52) but so worth it on every smooth pull. It was so good I burned my fingers and lips a few times trying to smoke it all. Going back to the lounge today to smoke another.

[FAZ8218]

Boy this thread disappears fast. Maybe with the warmer weather approaching, we can keep this one on the first page more often.

That being said, I had a Gurkha Black Dragon yesterday. Pricey (almost $15 for the Imperial Presidente 8.5x52) but so worth it on every smooth pull. It was so good I burned my fingers and lips a few times trying to smoke it all. Going back to the lounge today to smoke another.
This will definitely be a busier thread with the warm weather. I had a Gurkha a few weeks ago, not bad.

My favorite cigars right now are Ashton VSG Torpedos. Absolutely worth the extra couple of bucks.

[Stig]

How about a Don Clinton in the special Lewinsky humidor box?

[SteveSteele]

How about a Don Clinton in the special Lewinsky humidor box?

I've always wanted to try a cigar dipped "Clinton" style. There aren't many females jumping at the chance to let me use their private "humidor" though. :arrrh:

[Deadhead]

Tried an order from Cigars International. Very happy with my order.

Got a special $10 sampler with my 1st order.
I was very impressed with the water pillow that they included.

As a matter of fact, I was just enjoying a Carlos Torano (Casa Torano). Nice mellow smoke.

Still loving them little Olivia Serie G's that look like a bowling pin.

[SteveSteele]

Had a Camacho Triple Maduro for the first time yesterday. Good smoke. Not for those wanting a milder smoking experience though. Very, very sharp.

[EvilMonkey71]

Had a Camacho Triple Maduro for the first time yesterday. Good smoke. Not for those wanting a milder smoking experience though. Very, very sharp.

I had one last summer and I usually like Maduros, but I found the Camacho Triple way too intense of a smoke for me.

[SteveSteele]

I like the sharper, fuller bodied cigars. I found it to be delicious.

[FAZ8218]

Had an Ashton down at Jones Beach today after work. It was wonderful.


My cousin bought me a Camacho a couple of weeks ago, good smoke.

[sniper]

Ahhhh so happy the weather is getting good enough to smoke outside. I haven't smoked anything else since I discovered the Rocky Patel Decade about 3 months ago. I hate tying myself to 1 cigar (and I've purchased others, just not smoked them yet) but dammit this is a great smoke. Medium bodied, great flavor, with a soft spicy kick. Highly recommended.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/RP-Decade_1.jpg

[ruckstande]

My favorite smoke and I keep recommending it is by Don Peppin Garcia called 601.
http://www.cigarking.com/itm_img/601hab-big.jpg
It is a very heavy smoke and incredibly enjoyable cigar. Very hard to find though.

[SteveSteele]

Ahhhh so happy the weather is getting good enough to smoke outside. I haven't smoked anything else since I discovered the Rocky Patel Decade about 3 months ago. I hate tying myself to 1 cigar (and I've purchased others, just not smoked them yet) but dammit this is a great smoke. Medium bodied, great flavor, with a soft spicy kick. Highly recommended.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/rtsniper/RP-Decade_1.jpg

I seem to be hooked on the RP Edge. I wound up buying a pack of 20 Toro sized from Atlantic Cigar. They part out the 100 count chests for a fair price.

[CLitton33]

I kind of joined in late. Has anyone said anything about the Ronnie B's from Don Rigo's yet?

[FAZ8218]

Sniper, I'm with you. I've never been one to tie myself to one cigar, but lately the Ashton VSG is all I care about. Bringin a bunch camping this weekend.

[sniper]

Sniper, I'm with you. I've never been one to tie myself to one cigar, but lately the Ashton VSG is all I care about. Bringin a bunch camping this weekend.

onoes, the owner of the smoke shop I frequent recommended that stick, got one sitting in my humidor. I might just smoke that puppy on saturday during ufc 83.

[FAZ8218]

All the varieties are good. I like the torpedo the best, bellicoso 1 is good too, its just a bit smaller than the torpedo. The mini ones are good for a quickie.

Love the good weather. Went to the beach after work the other day and sat with a torpedo for an hour and a half.

[Sidekick Dave]

Anyone say Cuesta Ray Cigars?

I always go to get my cigars at Two Guys Smoke Shop on Exit 1 on Spit Brook Road in Nashua, N.H. Just over the Mass border.

[Turtle]

Anyone say Cuesta Ray Cigars?


I have had a few of them, ok but not great IMO

[SteveSteele]

Had another Joyo de Nicaragua Antano 1970 Robusto Grande. I've already posted about this one but it's a really good smoke and this thread needs a warm weather bump.

[NortonsGravyLeg]

Rocky Patel “The Edge” Maduro Toro. This is one I tried back in early May I've had two since. Definatly a long smoke, very rich, oily as hell (as u can see in the picture) and a little spicy. I really suggest this cigar if you like a dark robust smoke I really enjoyed this cigar.
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f186/jlseagull81/RockyPatelEdge.jpg

[Mafialife Chris]

If you enjoy a smooth and mild cigar. Don Rigo rolled a nice cuban seed connecticut wrapped cigar for Mafialife that is definately worth the price. You can ask your fellow Baggars to confirm. They will tell it to you straight.

http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-26712197767815_2010_1066109

You can find them here. (www.mafialifecigars.com) .

If you email him and tell him I sent you......I bet he will throw in a nice torch lighter and a hot dominican chick to blow you!

Also, if you try them... plz post your review here. I am pretty confident in these. I do smoke them myself.

[Lunchbox420]

I got a box of Assorted ACIDS for my housewarming present last month, holy shit very impressed.

[TheTruth]

I got a box of Assorted ACIDS for my housewarming present last month, holy shit very impressed.

The only Acid cigar I tried was the ones with the blue lable. I wasn't a huge fan though the smell sort of reminded me of old lady perfume. I'll have to try some of the other ones.

[ruckstande]

I got a box of 10 Don Thomas cigars from a JR Cigar auction for $25.00. Very long clean smoke. Not very spicy. A medium smoke. JR Cigar auctions are the shit.

[Shootr]

Macanudo "Hyde Park" for everyday use, but I really got hooked on those Makers Mark imbibed cigars on special occasions.

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii276/kingshootr/makersmark.jpg

[Sam_Adams]

I'm not a smoker but I will take a cigar every once in a while while out drinking.

I had some Cuban Cohibas a couple of months ago but those are gone now. I have some legal Cohibas from the Dominican Republic around.

I'm not a smoker though.

I do however like the smell of some flavored tobaccos though.

[Shootr]

I'm not a smoker but I will take a cigar every once in a while while out drinking.

I had some Cuban Cohibas a couple of months ago but those are gone now. I have some legal Cohibas from the Dominican Republic around.

I'm not a smoker though.

I do however like the smell of some flavored tobaccos though.

Wait, doesn't smoking fuck up the healing process after plastic surgery...uhoh, too late for you I guess...

EEEEEErrrrrrrrrCRUNCHhttp://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii276/kingshootr/devestating_car_crash_1.jpg

[Sam_Adams]

Wait, doesn't smoking fuck up the healing process after plastic surgery...uhoh, too late for you I guess...

That's, that's terrible.

[VMS]

Picked up a box of HP Upman Magnum 46 Habanos when I was overseas last month.

Not bad. Got screwed on with the exchange rate, of course, and that's making it hard to offload them. Not that I'm smuggling or anything: I'm just passing on some cigars I found to close friends, and if those close friends want to give me some cash for them...

[Turtle]

Got a few Saint Luis Rey Seri G the other day, the draw was tight but other than that this was a great cigar and at a $9 price point may replace a few of my La Gloria Cubana Series R #7 .

[Mafialife Chris]

Im loving the Cohiba Black. 14.00 in my local store. TREAT YOURSELF!

[Hysterectomeal]

I'm a beginner cigar smoker that likes a more mild taste, just picked up an Ashton classic series and pretty impressed so far. It was about 10 bucks, did I overpay? Any other comparable recommendations?

[Captain_Spaulding]

I have always enjoyed the Don Diego Playboys...can't find them anymore since I no longer live in Vegas and can't afford them either.

:(

[Bralio]

Perdomo Lot 23's are a decent burn...

Perdomo Lot 23 Review at Stogiereview.com (http://www.stogiereview.com/2006/10/01/perdomo-lot-23/)

[Begbie]

Romeo y Julieta are clearly my favorite smoke, though I'd have to agree with some of you about Macanudo and even Montecristo. I actually really enjoy the taste of Drew Estate's Kahlua cigar, though I've heard they've been discontinued and rebranded Tabak Especial.

This isn't the first place I've heard about Don Rigo, I'll have to give that a shot.

[sniper]

Ahh I love it when this thread is kicked back up. Sometimes I think we should have our own "Who's Smoking now and What" thread. I was able to have the rare inside-the-house cigar tonight, mostly in part of Massachusetts resembling Seattle for the past 2 weeks.

Recently I went on vacation up to NH, there's a great shop up in No. Conway called the Village Smoke Shop. It was there I found my new favorite Rocky Patel since the Decade. I had an RP Renaissance cigar and it was an excellent smoke.
It's funny, when I first started posting in this thread I was a huge CAO shill now the past 2 great cigars I've had have been Rocky's. Extremely smooth for a Maduro, but I think that's become a trait with the Nicaraguan filler. After the first in the shop I picked up 4, smoked 2, friends had 2 and now I got someone on vaca in NH bringing me back a couple more.

The one I had tonight burned a bit uneven compared to the one I had in NH, but it wasn't anything a quick re-light couldn't fix. I'll have to check the consistency with the next 2.

http://monckscorner.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/rprenaisresize018.jpg

[Begbie]

I stopped in Tinder Box in the mall today, and had a few bucks on me so I decided to try something cheap.

They had Quorum cigars from Nicaragua for like $2 each. I decided to give it try tonight.

Crap. Nothing more. It actually gave me a bit of a headache. I guess that's what I get for buying the cheap shit.

[JoeyDVDZ]

Damn it, I'm craving a stogie now. Thanks guys. :)

[Ronreddog]

Can't wait till I get my hands on one of these: http://www.cigaraficionado.com/Cigar/CA_Features/CA_Feature_Basic_Template/0,2344,2834,00.html

CAO is one of my favorite, and this one looks like one I want to have as a regular.

[sniper]

Oliva continues to impress me. I had one of their new connecticut wrapper cigars over the weekend, and it's taken over the CAO Gold, and the Perdomo Champagne as my favorite mild smoke.
http://www.joessmoke.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/oliva-ct-reserve-1024x768.jpg
I had a question for you cigar smokers. Does anyone else smoke different strength cigars based on the weather? I find in the summer I like a mild cigar, in colder weather of the fall I'll smoke a cameroon or something medium and when winter hits I find myself purely smoking maduro's.

[tommytwobucks]

How long can you keep a cigar without a humidor before it dries out? I just had a Helix tubular, does the tube help or is it just packaging?
Also, any more suggestions for a new cigar smoker?

[Lunchbox420]

you need a humidor, a cigar not kept properly will dry out in 24-48 hours(some will say less time others will say more), until you get a proper humidor, buy em one at a time.

fyi dont refrigerate em either.

try a romeo y julieta (dont waste your money on a cuban, buy the brand from the DR.