The Cigar Smoker's Thread / The Spam Thread

[rainbow_bright]

Thats a great film! My bro bought my a cigar for my last birthday, it smelled nice.. I didn't smoke much of it.

[Keranu]

It's called THE STRAIGHT STORY and both of you are talking about the exact same movie.

Hah I looked it up and it is! I couldn't remember the Swishers in it, but I did enjoy that movie a lot.

[Peluso8]

Hello.

Any other cigar aficionados here? I know Murder Date is one since we like to send PMs about stogies we've smoked.

I smoke about one cigar per month and it's always nice to light up a nice, premium cigar outside and enjoy the scenary. I'd still consider myself an amateur aficianado, but I think I'm on my way to becomming a full one soon. I love Romeo y Julietas, but I'm always exploring different brands and types.

Last cigar I smoked was a Punch after dinner cigar, which was a very nice smoke. Had a great taste and the taste was pretty consistent throughout the whole session. Burned nicely, but I didn't get as long of an ash as I had hoped. Was only like $4.75 and well worth it.

Cigar smokers only please.

I didn't realize there was any other cigar smokers here. I have been smoking cigars for over 20 years. Started with the Phillies and White Owls and moved on to hand-made premium cigars. I usually smoke 1 per day. I prefer the stronger stuff but I'm not opposed to a milder smoke in the morning.

Keranu, I like the Punch After Dinners too, they are a very good smoke. If you like them, you could also try the JR Ultimates from JR Cigars, they are made in the same factory and are very good.

What other cigars do you like?



 

[Keranu]

Hello.

Any other cigar aficionados here? I know Murder Date is one since we like to send PMs about stogies we've smoked.

I smoke about one cigar per month and it's always nice to light up a nice, premium cigar outside and enjoy the scenary. I'd still consider myself an amateur aficianado, but I think I'm on my way to becomming a full one soon. I love Romeo y Julietas, but I'm always exploring different brands and types.

Last cigar I smoked was a Punch after dinner cigar, which was a very nice smoke. Had a great taste and the taste was pretty consistent throughout the whole session. Burned nicely, but I didn't get as long of an ash as I had hoped. Was only like $4.75 and well worth it.

Cigar smokers only please.

I didn't realize there was any other cigar smokers here. I have been smoking cigars for over 20 years. Started with the Phillies and White Owls and moved on to hand-made premium cigars. I usually smoke 1 per day. I prefer the stronger stuff but I'm not opposed to a milder smoke in the morning.

Keranu, I like the Punch After Dinners too, they are a very good smoke. If you like them, you could also try the JR Ultimates from JR Cigars, they are made in the same factory and are very good.

What other cigars do you like?

Finally another real cigar smoker! Thanks for posting, it's a delight!

I have not had any JR Cigars, but I have been meaning to try some American cigars since I have really only stuck with Latin American brands. I'll definitely keep my eye out for that one next time I'm shopping. Do you have any other non-Latin cigars that you might recommend?

I think the first hand rolled cigar I smoked was a La Gloria Cubana, which I enjoyed very much and should try more of their stuff. I haven't smoked many other brands besides the ones I've mentioned in this thread, but the Romeos, Punches, and Gloria Cubanas have definitely been most enjoyable.

One cigar I was really dissatisfied with was a Macanudo (Prince Phillip maybe?) I bought for $10. Came packaged in a nice glass bottle and filter and was the most I had ever paid for a cigar. I found the usual $5 cigar to taste better and this cigar just wouldn't burn well at all, I had to relight it like three times. I also bought a Partagas torpedo a few weeks ago and didn't think much of it (I've found that I'm not much into torpedo shaped cigars, I can't suck in the flavor as well).

Look forward to more cigar discussion. Too bad we can't all enjoy a fine cigar and talk at the same time.

[Peluso8]

I have not had any JR Cigars, but I have been meaning to try some American cigars since I have really only stuck with Latin American brands. I'll definitely keep my eye out for that one next time I'm shopping. Do you have any other non-Latin cigars that you might recommend?

Actually, the JR Ultimate is a latin cigar, its made in Honduras. 99% of the worlds cigars are made in latin countries, Nicaragua, Dominican Rep, Honduras and of course, Cuba. There are some cigars rolled in Miami and other places but the tobacco is mostly grown in latin countries. There are exceptions like the Cameroon wrapper is grown in Africa and the Connecticut Shade wrapper is grown in Connecticut.

I think the first hand rolled cigar I smoked was a La Gloria Cubana, which I enjoyed very much and should try more of their stuff. I haven't smoked many other brands besides the ones I've mentioned in this thread, but the Romeos, Punches, and Gloria Cubanas have definitely been most enjoyable.

One cigar I was really dissatisfied with was a Macanudo (Prince Phillip maybe?) I bought for $10. Came packaged in a nice glass bottle and filter and was the most I had ever paid for a cigar. I found the usual $5 cigar to taste better and this cigar just wouldn't burn well at all, I had to relight it like three times. 

Macanudos are very mild cigars so the flavor is going to be very light.

I also bought a Partagas torpedo a few weeks ago and didn't think much of it (I've found that I'm not much into torpedo shaped cigars, I can't suck in the flavor as well).

How much did you cut off the end? Usually with Torpedoes I cut off quite a bit or else its too hard to draw smoke out of 'em.

Look forward to more cigar discussion.

Me too. As you can probably tell, its a favorite topic of mine

[Keranu]

Actually, the JR Ultimate is a latin cigar, its made in Honduras. 99% of the worlds cigars are made in latin countries, Nicaragua, Dominican Rep, Honduras and of course, Cuba. There are some cigars rolled in Miami and other places but the tobacco is mostly grown in latin countries. There are exceptions like the Cameroon wrapper is grown in Africa and the Connecticut Shade wrapper is grown in Connecticut.

Very interesting. I briefly checked up on JR cigars the other day on Wikipedia and it mentioned that they are one of the largest wholesalers in USA; I must've mixed things up. Of course cigars are just another reason why Latin America is so awesome . Have you ever had an authentic Cuban cigar?

How much did you cut off the end? Usually with Torpedoes I cut off quite a bit or else its too hard to draw smoke out of 'em.

Hmm, maybe about a centimeter. I'll cut more next time I had one because I did have to put some more suction into them. I do kinda like the way they draw in the smoke though, seems like it could really bring in the flavor if I cut more off. Speaking of cutting though, I've always stuck with the standard straight guillotine cut. What are your thoughts on the other types of cuts like the v-cut cut and the "pinhole" (this doesn't sound too good).

Look forward to more cigar discussion.

Me too. As you can probably tell, its a favorite topic of mine
[/QUOTE]Cigars always bring out the best of conversations. Nothing better than enjoying a good cigar with another person(s) and engaging in deep discussions.

[Peluso8]

Very interesting. I briefly checked up on JR cigars the other day on Wikipedia and it mentioned that they are one of the largest wholesalers in USA; I must've mixed things up.

JRs is a chain of stores, they have 2 stores here in Jersey so they are my main retailer.

. Have you ever had an authentic Cuban cigar?

A few. I wish they would lift that damn embargo so I could get more.

Hmm, maybe about a centimeter. I'll cut more next time I had one because I did have to put some more suction into them. I do kinda like the way they draw in the smoke though, seems like it could really bring in the flavor if I cut more off. Speaking of cutting though, I've always stuck with the standard straight guillotine cut. What are your thoughts on the other types of cuts like the v-cut cut and the "pinhole" (this doesn't sound too good).

The V-Cutter and the punch work, but I would stick with the guillotine, since it works for you.

[kid_rondeau]

I don't know if I smoke enough cigars to be considered a regular smoker of them, but I would estimate I smoke 5-6 cigars a year. And when I do, I really enjoy it!

Some of my favorites are (in no particular order of quality):

-Hoyo de Monterrey
-Ashton
-Don Tomas
-Cohiba
-Rum Runners (every so often, because of the sweet rum smell and the cool skull n' bones label...AARRRGGGHHH!!)

When I used to live in New Hampshire I would often frequent "Cigars, Etc." in Plaistow. A small shop, nice owner, good selection, a place to sit down and smoke and watch CNN, and a dish of complimentary mints for when you're done.

[ceti alpha]

I don't know if I smoke enough cigars to be considered a regular smoker of them, but I would estimate I smoke 5-6 cigars a year. And when I do, I really enjoy it!

Some of my favorites are (in no particular order of quality):

-Hoyo de Monterrey
-Ashton
-Don Tomas
-Cohiba
-Rum Runners (every so often, because of the sweet rum smell and the cool skull n' bones label...AARRRGGGHHH!!)

When I used to live in New Hampshire I would often frequent "Cigars, Etc." in Plaistow. A small shop, nice owner, good selection, a place to sit down and smoke and watch CNN, and a dish of complimentary mints for when you're done.

Sounds nice....except for the CNN part. 

[kid_rondeau]

Yeah, if you didn't feel like watching the news, then you'd be outta luck. Jimmy, the owner, doesn't have it on very loud, but I bet he'd let me change it if I asked him.

That's it...next time I'm up there, I'll do just that.

[ceti alpha]

Yeah, if you didn't feel like watching the news, then you'd be outta luck. Jimmy, the owner, doesn't have it on very loud, but I bet he'd let me change it if I asked him.

That's it...next time I'm up there, I'll do just that.

I'm a news junkie, so I'm guilty of watching CNN. I prefer CBC Newsworld, but sometimes I just need that American flavOR. 

[Keranu]

BIG thanks goes to Peluso for sending me some cigars! I smoked the first one of the lot tonight and will be reviewing all of them as the week goes on.

I started with the La Floridita, which I had never heard of before and Peluso informed me of it's Costa Rica background and how they're no longer available. This along with the fact that he had been aging the cigar for nearly seven years made me very interested in this one. What briefly started off with skepticism ended with amazement.

First thing to notice was that this cigar was a pretty sight. I don't know the measurements, but 'twas fairly long and had a superb ring gauge that would prove to have a huge delightment towards the last moments with the cigar. The smell and taste of the cigar at first was very different and unique to other cigars I have had. I was a little unsure of this flavor at first, which almost reminded me of a dried tomato with a slight spice, but only a short while after lighting, my liking to the flavor became well acquainted.

Now what really blew me away with this cigar was the last portions of it. Unlike a lot of cigars where they become more bitter at the end (I always like to describe that taste as a soft pretzle ), this one had a phenomenal taste during it's last few inches. Thanks to the thicker ring guage, the cigar fit nicely between my teeth and as I sat back looking at the night sky with a nice breeze of wind blowing on me, a surge of cool flavor would dance around my tongue during each handless puff. The sensation was orgasmic and can't be explained with words; never have I had a cigar with such a wonderful ending.

So overall, I enjoyed the La Floridita very much. The overall taste of this cigar wasn't my favorite, but the ending I described really sold to me. If I ever come across one of these again, I'll gladly pick one up (and I'm very thankful for Pelsuo sharing this with me!). Oh and this cigar seemed to take me a long time to smoke too, over an hour and a half as far as I can tell.

[Peluso8]

BIG thanks goes to Peluso for sending me some cigars! I smoked the first one of the lot tonight and will be reviewing all of them as the week goes on.

I started with the La Floridita, which I had never heard of before and Peluso informed me of it's Costa Rica background and how they're no longer available. This along with the fact that he had been aging the cigar for nearly seven years made me very interested in this one. What briefly started off with skepticism ended with amazement.

First thing to notice was that this cigar was a pretty sight. I don't know the measurements, but 'twas fairly long and had a superb ring gauge that would prove to have a huge delightment towards the last moments with the cigar. The smell and taste of the cigar at first was very different and unique to other cigars I have had. I was a little unsure of this flavor at first, which almost reminded me of a dried tomato with a slight spice, but only a short while after lighting, my liking to the flavor became well acquainted.

Now what really blew me away with this cigar was the last portions of it. Unlike a lot of cigars where they become more bitter at the end (I always like to describe that taste as a soft pretzle ), this one had a phenomenal taste during it's last few inches. Thanks to the thicker ring guage, the cigar fit nicely between my teeth and as I sat back looking at the night sky with a nice breeze of wind blowing on me, a surge of cool flavor would dance around my tongue during each handless puff. The sensation was orgasmic and can't be explained with words; never have I had a cigar with such a wonderful ending.

So overall, I enjoyed the La Floridita very much. The overall taste of this cigar wasn't my favorite, but the ending I described really sold to me. If I ever come across one of these again, I'll gladly pick one up (and I'm very thankful for Pelsuo sharing this with me!). Oh and this cigar seemed to take me a long time to smoke too, over an hour and a half as far as I can tell.

Thanks for the review, I'm glad you liked it.

[MurderDate]

Hello boys !

Punches and Acids are great for beginners.   Keranu -  you know I've maybe smoked 10 cigars my whole life - you are thee man - not me.  I actually had to all-but quit when I started working out -  got tired of clearing my throat and coughing repeatedly on the ol' elliptical!   Yes, I'm a sell out.    Sometimes when it's a nice sunny day out I do miss it though - especially if I've got a good magazine or something to flip through.  STILL thumbing through those old Fangorias I found a couple of months ago!

I know I haven't been on the board for months !!   I got stuck watching spaghetti westerns - it's all I do !  Tons of tough ass cool guys smoking cigars in those movies btw.

[Keranu]

Hey I'd still consider myself an intermediate stogieman too. I think as long as you enjoy them is what counts the most. It's good that you stopped when you started working out though, I can't imagine those two things going together. But making time for a nice stogie on rare special occasions might be nice .

Cigars in movies are awesome, I came across a website the other day that lists cigar appreances in movies actually - http://www.cigarsinmovies.com/ . The two latest movies I've watched, Career Opportunities and Dutch (Murder Date, weren't you refreshing my memory about this movie on these forums!?), both made in 1991 and written by John Hughes ironically enough, featured cigars, though mostly cheap factory cigars from what I could tell.