Mild cigars?

[Vith]

I'm looking to try some new cigars and I'm looking for some very nice, mild cigars. I hope you guys can give me some tips.

Thanks in advance!

[T.G]

I notice you list Belgium as your location. Are you looking for Cuban or Non-Cuban suggestions?

If it's non-Cuban suggestions you are looking for, please give some indication as to their general availability in your country, as in some countries, it's actually very difficult to find /get cigars that aren't of Cuban origin.

[Vith]

Originally Posted by T.G

I notice you list Belgium as your location. Are you looking for Cuban or Non-Cuban suggestions?

If it's non-Cuban suggestions you are looking for, please give some indication as to their general availability in your country, as in some countries, it's actually very difficult to find /get cigars that aren't of Cuban origin.

I'm looking for either. Everything that's good is allowed in my mouth.
I'm not sure about availability, though every shop has a cuban, dominican, ... rack.

Originally Posted by Subvet642

As these things are always subjective, I can only say what I like. Two of my favorite mild sticks are Don Diego and La Unica. I like them most especially in the morning with coffee. You might also ask your local shop owner for recommendations.

Thanks! And will do.

[T.G]

Originally Posted by Vith

I'm looking for either. Everything that's good is allowed in my mouth.
I'm not sure about availability, though every shop has a cuban, dominican, ... rack.

Ok. I don't smoke many mild cigars, so I'm sure a few others might be able to provide some more diverse answers, but for me, the Por Larrañaga petite corona (Cuban) is an excellent mild cigar, the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure #1 (Cuban) is also very nice, although at the upper end of the mild, almost a medium.

For non-Cuban, the only thing that really jumps out as a suggestion right now is the Ernesto Perez Carrillo New Wave Connecticut and the Perdomo Champange.

[kaisersozei]

Originally Posted by T.G

Ok. I don't smoke many mild cigars, so I'm sure a few others might be able to provide some more diverse answers, but for me, the Por Larrañaga petite corona (Cuban) is an excellent mild cigar, the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure #1 (Cuban) is also very nice, although at the upper end of the mild, almost a medium.

For non-Cuban, the only thing that really jumps out as a suggestion right now is the Ernesto Perez Carrillo New Wave Connecticut and the Perdomo Champange.

I would echo these suggestions, and note that the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure is also a nice, mild/medium, non-Cuban.

In the non-Cuban realm, I'd suggest finding cigars with natural Connecticut Shade wrappers. They'll typically be on the milder side: Macanudo, some Oliva sticks, and Davidoff are good brands to start.

[Subvet642]

As these things are always subjective, I can only say what I like. Two of my favorite mild sticks are Don Diego and La Unica. I like them most especially in the morning with coffee. You might also ask your local shop owner for recommendations.

[RevSmoke]

Question James, are you looking for "mild" cigars or "smooth" cigars?

I believe this is an important distinction because many new smokers are looking for cigars that are not "harsh," or hard on their palate. Oftentimes that "harsh"ness is misdiagnosed as strong when it really isn't.

There are some incredibly full-bodied (strong) cigars our there that are incredibly smooth.

So, I wonder which it is you are looking for?

Your answer could open up many different worlds of cigars.

[Vith]

Originally Posted by RevSmoke

Question James, are you looking for "mild" cigars or "smooth" cigars?

I believe this is an important distinction because many new smokers are looking for cigars that are not "harsh," or hard on their palate. Oftentimes that "harsh"ness is misdiagnosed as strong when it really isn't.

There are some incredibly full-bodied (strong) cigars our there that are incredibly smooth.

So, I wonder which it is you are looking for?

Your answer could open up many different worlds of cigars.

I believe I am indeed looking for smooth cigars. I don't mind full-bodied cigars. Apologies for the incorrect term.

Thanks for all the suggestions so far!

[FelonyRuckus]

Originally Posted by Vith

I believe I am indeed looking for smooth cigars. I don't mind full-bodied cigars. Apologies for the incorrect term.

Thanks for all the suggestions so far!

There are many cigars to choose from and all tastes are very subjective. I love smooth cigars and smooth cigars that I've had are:

Cuban:
Cohiba Behike BHK 54 or 56 (52 was eh)
Cohiba Robusto
Cohiba Siglo VI Gran Reserva
Partagas series D No. 4

Non Cuban:
Ave Maria especially the 5.5x55 boxed pressed
AVO LE 2011 85th Anniversary
Davidoff Special R
Legend Ario Big Bertha natural
Padron Family Reserve No. 45 maduro or natural
Padron Family Reserve No. 46 maduro
Padron series 1926 80th Anniversary
Perdomo Lot 23 natural

Those are the few that I tend to smoke

[RevSmoke]

Originally Posted by Vith

I believe I am indeed looking for smooth cigars. I don't mind full-bodied cigars. Apologies for the incorrect term.

Thanks for all the suggestions so far!

No apologies necessary. You might have responded - "I didn't know there was a difference." In fact, there are some long term smokers who don't see the difference in that manner.

Now that we have that cleared up, here are some suggestions:
El Rey del Mundo Robusto
Oliva V
Cabaiguan
Avo XO
Arturo Fuente (their regular line)
La Flor Dominicana Air Bender
La Gloria Cubana
Padron
Punch

Those are just a few to get you started. My favorite size to try a new cigar line is the Robusto size. It gives you a good ring guage and it isn't too long of a smoke.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

[Bill86]

Originally Posted by Vith

I believe I am indeed looking for smooth cigars. I don't mind full-bodied cigars. Apologies for the incorrect term.

Thanks for all the suggestions so far!

Got it, smooth cigars. IMO Bolivar CC's. They are nice and citriusy, creamy.....

Try the Bolivar Royal Coronas and Petit Coronas.

Originally Posted by Vith

Thanks for all the tips guys, really really helpful!
Does the size of a cigar influence the taste?

IMO yes, I hate 6x60's because I find as the RG gets larger the flavor is less and muted.

Personally I like a 38-50 RG.

For non-cubans I would suggest these:

Gispert Naturals (I prefer the Churchill size)
Perdomo 10th Anniversary Chapagne (Epicure)
Perdomo Slow Aged 826 (Churchill)

These are pretty much my favorite smokes at the moment. They are also fairly cheap comparatively.

[Blak Smyth]

I too have only recently started cigar smoking. I have been addicted to trying new cigars ever since I tried an Acid Toast by Drew Estate. The sweet flavor seemed very mild and delicious. I have since been trying everything under the sun, but would still recomend to a newer cigar smoker the Toast. We went camping a couple weeks ago and I brought a bunch of Toasts for everybody (no cigar smokers where there), they all loved them. Somebody who has a more developed palate might think they are to much like candy. I hope to develop a palate at some point as I am having a hard time finding flavors.

if anybody else more knowledgeable can confirm or deny my suggestion, that would be helpful for both of us.

[dwoodward]

Give the Gurkha Symphony a try.

[Vith]

Thanks for all the tips guys, really really helpful!
Does the size of a cigar influence the taste?

[DaBear]

Originally Posted by Vith

Thanks for all the tips guys, really really helpful!
Does the size of a cigar influence the taste?

Some will say yes, some will say no. It all depends on your tastebuds. Going from a Hemingway Maduro Classico to a WOAM is like smoking two different, yet similar blends to me.

[RevSmoke]

Originally Posted by Vith

Thanks for all the tips guys, really really helpful!
Does the size of a cigar influence the taste?

Yes it does. Take the same line of cigars, with the same constiuent tobaccos to make each size, and they are going to be similar - but different. It comes down to the fact that a larger ring guage on a cigar allows the bunch to contain more tobacco. A longer cigar allows the flavors to build, if I can say it that way.

Some will say one size is better than another, then someone else will disagree. Some will vehemently say that there are severe flavor differences.

While there indeed are some differences, each size has its own strengthes.

The best way to determine which is best for you is to try different sizes of the same brand. In one line, you may like the Robustos, in the next brand your favorite is the double toros, while in another brand the petite corona is your favorite.

For example: For the Tatuaje Brown banded cigars, my favorite is the Noella and the larger cigars I find I do not like. In the Coronado line, I have found that the larger the ring guage the more I like them, and while I generally like Lanceros, in this, one of my favorite lines, I am not a fan of their Coronado at all.

Do some experimentation on your own.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

[Tumbleweed]

Jannes, I'm pretty new to cigar smoking so I am still developing my taste buds. Right now a cigar that seems "mild" to me is really important for me to enjoy it. I tried a Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 the other evening that I really enjoyed. It has a Connecticut wrapper, so very light colored too. The RP I smoked was in a Toro (6-1/2 x 52).

[Flounder]

Originally Posted by Tumbleweed

Jannes, I'mAyl pretty new to cigar smoking so I am still developing my taste buds. Right now a cigar that seems "mild" to me is really important for me to enjoy it. I tried a Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 the other evening that I really enjoyed. It has a Connecticut wrapper, so very light colored too. The RP I smoked was in a Toro (6-1/2 x 52).

Welcome to the Asylum, now get over to the introductions forum!

[ashtonlady]

Classic Ashtons are also a good smooth mild cigar.