Forum: General Discussion
05-13-2010, 04:26 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: Anyone been to South Africa?
Yes - I spent three weeks there back in 2000. Managed to see quite a bit of the country. Started in Jo-'burg and, fortunately, did not spend a lot of time there. Just went through customs at the...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
05-11-2010, 09:31 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 8,356
Re: New Pepin's for 2010?
Yes - have been fortunate enough to try both of these new lines. I agree that the La Reloba Sumatra is noticeably better than the Habano. This brand is very reasonably priced as well. The Jaime...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
05-06-2010, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,643
Re: Any further information . . .
Yes - saw this as well. Apologies for "jumping the gun" a bit on this but became concerned and disappointed when I read the initial press release, especially when I saw who the two parties involved...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
05-06-2010, 10:51 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,643
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
05-06-2010, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,643
Any further information . . .
Regarding the new Rocky Patel and EO/601 partnership? Just read a press release that said RP and United Tobacco will be operating in a full partnership. A follow-up post stated that all EO/601...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
04-19-2010, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,198
Thoughts on Sancti Spiritus by Pepin.
Would be interested in hearing the impressions of others on this line. A "search" here didn't turn up much. In reading through some material, this sounds like it fits my flavor/strength preferences....
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Forum: Island (The other ones) Reviews
04-08-2010, 02:05 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 8,087
Re: Siboney Reserve (Don Pepin, under $4)
Just to clarify - the Siboney (Regular) line is made by Alec Bradley. The Siboney Reserve is made by Pepin at the My Father factory in Nic. I've been working through a box of the Siboney Res....
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
04-05-2010, 12:38 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 9,035
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Forum: Island (The other ones) Reviews
03-15-2010, 04:38 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,234
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
03-11-2010, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 7,764
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
03-10-2010, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 198
Views: 59,049
Re: Pepin Whores Re-Unite!!!
I don't have time to read through this entire thread but here some further Pepin brands/blends that should be added to the list:
Capanna d'Oro - House Blend for Barclay Rex
Mi Barrio - a 601...
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Forum: Island (The other ones) Reviews
03-05-2010, 09:02 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,208
Re: El Triunfador #3
Apologies for splitting hairs here, but did you smoke the #3 Corona Gorda (5 5/8" x 46) or the #1 Lonsdale (6 1/2" x 42)?
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
03-02-2010, 08:17 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 15,213
Re: illusione cigar news!
I'm not sure I like the idea of replacing the Domenicos with a new, larger ring-gauge version. I always liked the original Domenicos because it was a true Corona Gorda, which, IMO, is the best size...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
03-02-2010, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 10,251
Least Favorite Pepin Blend.
I am a dyed-in-the-wool Pepin fan. So much so, that his cigars are all that you'll find in my humidor right now (save the odd Oliva Serie V Maduro Especial). While I have managed to taste all of his...
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Forum: Wine, Beer, and Spirits
10-20-2009, 08:13 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 13,838
Re: Good starter scotch?
There are some better blends out there now but I'd skip those and start with single malts right off the bat.
Highland Park 12 yr. would be a fantastic introduction to the world of fine Scotch.
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
10-05-2009, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 6,326
Re: Yet another Pepin brand.
Here is some additional info. regarding this brand - Capana d'Oro.
The Standard line is, in fact, a long-filler hand-made with a rosado wrapper. These are very reasonably priced and are offered...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
10-04-2009, 10:43 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 6,326
Yet another Pepin brand.
Just came across what appears to be another Pepin blend/brand. This is called Capana d'Oro and is, I think, a house blend for Barclay Rex. Looks as though there are two lines - Standard and...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
10-04-2009, 09:50 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,617
Cubao Maduro and Murcielago - 601 Brands?
Have the Cubao Maduro and Murcielago brands started to hit the shelves yet? I am eager to try both of these, especially the Murcielago.
Thanks in advance for any info.
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
10-03-2009, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 129
Views: 41,274
Re: Connecticut Wrap's
Not sure if they're available anymore but the Cuban Diplomat was always a nice Conn. Shade wrapped smoke. These are/were a house blend for Phatash/Cigar King made by Pepin. Kind of similar to the...
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Forum: Wine, Beer, and Spirits
10-02-2009, 11:07 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 18,731
Re: Beers for the Non-Hopwhore
If you're looking for a more traditional, toned-down style of IPA, try The Blind Pig and Pliny the Elder, both from Russian River Brewing. Very flavorful but these have an almost elegant mouth-feel,...
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Forum: Wine, Beer, and Spirits
10-01-2009, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 10,715
Re: Opinion on great beers
Start trying Barleywines as well. In terms of flavor, strength, and complexity, these are hard to beat. Some notables: Sierra Nevada Bigfoot (seasonal), Green Flash Barleywine, Dogfish Head Old...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
09-22-2009, 12:31 PM
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Replies: 65
Views: 14,984
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
09-14-2009, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,411
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
09-14-2009, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 8,443
Re: Have you tried the 777 by Jose Fuego?
I've tried the 777 Corojo and found them to be a decent smoke. Have yet to try the 777 Maduro. While the 777 Corojo is a good value, I think I'd look at the Camacho Corojo or Perdomo Patriarch over...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
09-14-2009, 08:45 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 13,161
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