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re: Let's talk Cigars
Posted on 6/21/21 at 6:38 pm to Midget Death Squad
Posted on 6/21/21 at 6:38 pm to Midget Death Squad
I have learned to not necessarily write off a cigar after a bad first impression. I will try another from a different box or vendor to make sure it just wasn’t a one off. Now if I just don’t like the cigar taste so be it.
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Posted on 6/21/21 at 7:04 pm to No8Easy2
Definitely check out the tupperdors for a cheap and easy way to store your cigars. Throw one of these in from Boveda and you’re good to go. I use those for my humidity control instead of the bricks most humidors come with.
When people say you need to season your humidor, they mean rub distilled water over any exposed wood on the inside. I usually do this every day for about a week with a new humidor. Make sure you never use anything but distilled water also.
I personally like the look of the glass top boxes, but you have to be careful about sunlight with those. I bought this stand up cabinet style humidor from Thompson Cigar about a year ago and it’s awesome.
When people say you need to season your humidor, they mean rub distilled water over any exposed wood on the inside. I usually do this every day for about a week with a new humidor. Make sure you never use anything but distilled water also.
I personally like the look of the glass top boxes, but you have to be careful about sunlight with those. I bought this stand up cabinet style humidor from Thompson Cigar about a year ago and it’s awesome.
Posted on 6/22/21 at 6:30 am to No8Easy2
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I was in the smoke shop this weekend I noticed that some of those cigars seem ridiculously priced of upwards of $20+ a stick wasn’t sure any of those would be worth the coin
I've never been disappointed in any $20+ cigar I've gotten from Piper's haven. The main difference is that many of those cigars are longer smokes, like 2-3 hours.
The guys at the shop smoke all day long. They probably don't want such a long smoke all at once. So, to them, a $23 Opus X that takes over 2 hours to smoke isn't worth it over a similar $12 Arturo Fuente Don Carlos. And, they're probably right.
Personally, I limit myself to one cigar per session. I won't light up that second cigar, no matter how much I want it. So.. I tend to buy better smokes on occasions that I know I'll have time to sit out and enjoy it.
For special occasions, absolutely get the expensive cigars from Pipers. You can be sure it's in good condition. I wouldn't buy a $20 cigar online. Even from trusted sellers, you can't be sure how it'll arrive. That's just me.
Posted on 6/22/21 at 1:38 pm to No8Easy2
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some of those cigars seem ridiculously priced of upwards of $20+ a stick
While I love to support local shops in prinicple, cigar buying is one where I go online. The price differences are just too great to justify. I use Famous Smoke, and I have had mostly great experiences with them. I did have an issue where a shipment was lost in the mail and they tried charging me for it, but after speaking with a manager they rectified it. He was apologetic for the initial rep's lack of action as well. I thought that was pretty upstanding.
I do still buy some from local shops when I want to try a new brand or style, but I only buy singles from them. Like you I am still very new to cigars and am learning as well.
Posted on 6/22/21 at 2:14 pm to Midget Death Squad
A lot of great information and feedback thanks for all the input fellas and while I agree about supporting local shops definitely will take a look online and do some shopping, did sign up for Thompson cigar and get about 12 emails a day from them 
But the deals seem solid but I need to just do my research before jumping in with both feet and regret some decisions
Always thought it was an easy process with cigars could not have been more wrong!
Thanks again for the help
But the deals seem solid but I need to just do my research before jumping in with both feet and regret some decisions
Always thought it was an easy process with cigars could not have been more wrong!
Thanks again for the help
Posted on 6/22/21 at 2:27 pm to No8Easy2
Not sure about your options but it’s always good to figure out the local shops ways of updates. The shops around me have rep days where you can pick up pretty good discounts to try their products along with door prizes.
Posted on 6/22/21 at 7:14 pm to No8Easy2
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did sign up for Thompson cigar and get about 12 emails a day from them
You’ll get magazines every few weeks once you place an order. Check out Cigars International for samplers. That’s a good way to figure out what your taste preferences are. This CAO sampler they’ve got going right now is a good deal. I snagged two.
Posted on 6/23/21 at 6:32 pm to TigerOnTheMountain
Went back to the local shop and got a couple of their house blend sticks called “flor de gerard” and really impressed with it at $5
Flavors are very nice
Paired up some WT, happy place after work
Flavors are very nice
Paired up some WT, happy place after work
Posted on 6/23/21 at 8:16 pm to No8Easy2
This is in Lafayette? I may have my BIL ship me up a few. I’ve found that most respectable brick and mortar places have really good house blends.
I’m smoking a CAO MX2 for the first time and they knocked it out of the park again. CAO never disappoints.
I’m smoking a CAO MX2 for the first time and they knocked it out of the park again. CAO never disappoints.
Posted on 6/23/21 at 9:11 pm to TigerOnTheMountain
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This is in Lafayette?
Yes sir and I can ship ya some if needed but
Really was a nice smoke, draw was a lil harder than what I’ve experienced but thats not a complaint just learning how important the cap cut is
Posted on 6/24/21 at 7:15 pm to No8Easy2
Smoking a brick house Corona larga. It’s smoking tougher, and feels a little softer than usual. I need to move my humidor to a cooler spot in my home.
Dang summer heat.
Dang summer heat.
Posted on 6/25/21 at 8:09 pm to Modern
Went with a Perdomo Habano and a nice glass of Noah's Mill.
So far this one of the better Perdomos that I have had.
So far this one of the better Perdomos that I have had.
This post was edited on 7/2/21 at 4:51 pm
Posted on 6/26/21 at 12:04 pm to gringeaux
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So far this one of the better Perdomos that I have had.
I’m a huge fan of Perdomo. Their four pack deal for $24 is a great deal.
Anyone ever smoke a Drew Estate Factory Smoke Maduro? I’ve been really impressed. It’s considered a cheapo, but it doesn’t smoke like one. Great everyday stick.
Posted on 6/26/21 at 4:06 pm to TigerOnTheMountain
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Anyone ever smoke a Drew Estate Factory Smoke Maduro?
I haven't, but their Undercrown Maduros are good.
I'm smoking an Undercrown Sun Grown this afternoon.
Posted on 6/26/21 at 5:22 pm to JimMorrison
1st time with Ashton really an easy smoke, hell maybe a lil to mild if there’s such a thing
has a really sweet flavor almost like roasted pecans but it’s working well with this MM
Still looking for my wheelhouse but glad to know this is available local
has a really sweet flavor almost like roasted pecans but it’s working well with this MM
Still looking for my wheelhouse but glad to know this is available local
Posted on 6/26/21 at 5:24 pm to No8Easy2
Always a good smoke.
Posted on 6/26/21 at 7:50 pm to No8Easy2
I love Ashton with wheated bourbon. Great pairing.
Posted on 6/27/21 at 10:39 pm to Midget Death Squad
This post was edited on 6/27/21 at 10:45 pm
Posted on 6/27/21 at 10:46 pm to Tiger Ryno
Having some sort of Olivia.
As much as I know the Perique cigars are probably frowned on by the elitist crowd. I really like them. Spicy taste and really robust.
As much as I know the Perique cigars are probably frowned on by the elitist crowd. I really like them. Spicy taste and really robust.
Posted on 6/27/21 at 10:49 pm to fightin tigers
Have no idea but i see ya.
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