Still experimenting...

03-27-2011, 07:29 PM

Please forgive me if this shouldn't go here. But I'm still trying to find my way. Until recently, I have only felt comfortable smoking Padrons. I love the gobs of smoke they provide, the taste/aroma, and everything else about them....but I'm trying to find others I like.

Of the above new purchases this weekend, the Oliva V series (omg!), La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor (omg!), and Fuente Anejo have been AMAZING. I still prefer the anniversary and even 3000 series Padron cigars, but these cigars were great. What else might I like based off also like the ones I've tried this weekend?

I tried the Opus X and wasn't really wow'ed (blasphemy I know lol, will try again), and various cigars by Kristoff, La Cuba Gloria, and Montecristo. I'm not saying any of these are good, still a noob, forgive me. lol

If it matters, I always pair my cigars with either Port, a single malt scotch, or porter beer.

NCRadioMan · 03-27-2011, 07:34 PM

Seems you really like Nica baccy. Try anything/everything made (like that Mi Amor) by Pepin.

Ah hell, try everything you can. I'm still trying new cigars after 6 years. (there are tons of them and more coming out everyday, it seems)

03-27-2011, 07:38 PM

Brotha it appears to me that you are "Well on your way" to becoming
a "Maduro Ho"! *lmao* I would suggest you try some Diesel's, La Gloria Cubana
Series R Maduro's, Tatuaje La Riqueza, Tatuaje 7th Reserva, Tatuaje Petite Cazadores Reserva to name a few....

03-27-2011, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

Seems you really like Nica baccy. Try anything/everything made (like that Mi Amor) by Pepin.

Ah hell, try everything you can. I'm still trying new cigars after 6 years. (there are tons of them and more coming out everyday, it seems)

Thanks for your input! I will do so! That's the thing, I get to the B&M store and I'm lost in the hundreds of types of cigars to chose from!

Quote:

Originally Posted by whodeeni

Brotha it appears to me that you are "Well on your way" to becoming
a "Maduro Ho"! *lmao* I would suggest you try some Diesel's, La Gloria Cubana
Series R Maduro's, Tatuaje La Riqueza, Tatuaje 7th Reserva, Tatuaje Petite Cazadores Reserva to name a few....

Thanks! It seems like I really like most of what I try that is Maduro. Also, I've heard/read a lot about Tatuaje, definitely need to give them a try.

kelmac07 · 03-27-2011, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slow-N-Steady

Thanks! It seems like I really like most of what I try that is Maduro.

From a "true-blue maduro whore", allow me to recommend a few maduros for you...

Camacho Triple Maduro
CAO MX3 (can be had at W.C. Drapers)
601 Blue
Sancho Panza Double Maduro Quixote
Old Henry Maduro (can be had at Holts)
DPG JJ Series Maduro
El Cobre
Cubao Maduro

Ogre · 03-27-2011, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelmac07

From a "true-blue maduro whore", let me recommend a few maduros for you...

Camacho Triple Maduro
CAO MX3 (can be had at W.C. Drapers)
601 Blue
Sancho Panza Double Maduro Quixote
Old Henry Maduro (can be had at Holts)
DPG JJ Series Maduro
El Cobre
Cubao Maduro

Great list to start with!!!!

03-27-2011, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelmac07

From a "true-blue maduro whore", allow me to recommend a few maduros for you...

Camacho Triple Maduro
CAO MX3 (can be had at W.C. Drapers)
601 Blue
Sancho Panza Double Maduro Quixote
Old Henry Maduro (can be had at Holts)
DPG JJ Series Maduro
El Cobre
Cubao Maduro

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ogre3239

Great list to start with!!!!

Thanks lol...wrote them all down. Half of them, I've never even heard of...which is great..thx!

I really need a true humi, but it all seems a bit complicated with all the options to choose from. I also travel for work 3 weeks a month, so I'm not sure what solution I should really go with.

04-06-2011, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelmac07

From a "true-blue maduro whore", allow me to recommend a few maduros for you...

Camacho Triple Maduro
CAO MX3 (can be had at W.C. Drapers)
601 Blue
Sancho Panza Double Maduro Quixote
Old Henry Maduro (can be had at Holts)
DPG JJ Series Maduro
El Cobre
Cubao Maduro

From the Maduro Mistress!!

joeobx · 03-27-2011, 07:47 PM

Another one to try is the AF Queen B.

03-27-2011, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeobx

Another one to try is the AF Queen B.

Honestly, my local shop has so much AF (minus the Opus line) that it's hard to figure out what I should try. Thanks for the suggestion.

RevSmoke · 03-27-2011, 08:08 PM

Sounds like our tastes run sort of in similar veins. If you can, I'd find some Litto Gomez Diez and some Coronados (by La Flor Dominicana), these are incredible smokes with some body, good flavor, and some nice complexity.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

JJG · 03-27-2011, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RevSmoke

Sounds like our tastes run sort of in similar veins. If you can, I'd find some Litto Gomez Diez

I have to agree. These are quickly becoming my favorite NC smokes. They remind me of the Opus X line, but a little cheaper, (and better). This is only my opinion, but I am of the belief that top shelf Dominican tobacco has the potential to be much more smooth, complex, and more rich than most Nicaraguan tobacco.

Now that I think about it, I believe it was Mr. RevSmoke himself who recommended I try the LGD line. Thanks Brother!

MurphysLaw · 03-27-2011, 08:08 PM

Also check out the NST in the newbie section, I've received some great cigars in doing the trades there!

emopunker2004 · 03-27-2011, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MurphysLaw

Also check out the NST in the newbie section, I've received some great cigars in doing the trades there!

03-27-2011, 09:20 PM

Those are all great cigars. Ive never had a Padron anny, but I have had a "regular" Padron 5000.

Try a Liga Privada T-52. Id be willing to put it up against anything. They are that good.

03-28-2011, 08:16 AM

I’m going to pick up a Liga Privada T-52, Litto Gomez Diez, La Flor Dominicana, and 601 Blue the next time I go shopping. I’ll try some of the others on the next go round. Thanks everyone for the suggestions!

Also regarding the humidor, is the type of case I have now the best bet if I’m traveling most of the year? Any other solution I should consider?

NCRadioMan · 03-28-2011, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slow-N-Steady

Also regarding the humidor, is the type of case I have now the best bet if I’m traveling most of the year? Any other solution I should consider?

They type case is perfect. Maybe get a larger one. I regularly carry the 18 count. Without the trays, you can easily get 50 cigars in there.

03-27-2011, 09:24 PM

+2 for 601 Blue and DPG Serie JJ Maduro!!! Pound for pound, dollar for dollar the best smoke going!

emopunker2004 · 03-27-2011, 09:28 PM

the perdomo2 limited edition maduros are yummy as well. smoke two this weekend

Trent0341 · 03-28-2011, 12:00 PM

A few others you may like based on some of your previous choices:

The Oliva Master Blend III (robusto is my personal favorite as far as vitola goes). I never hear much about this cigar but I think it's fantastic. Another is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Work of Art maduro. This cigar seems to depend on where you're located as far as availability goes. I've never had a problem getting them but for some they seem about as common as an eight eyed unicorn.

Either way it seems like you're on the right path. and I'm sure you've already heard it but: "Smoke what you like and you'll like what you smoke". Best of luck to you.

03-27-2011, 07:29 PM	#1
Slow-N-Steady Guest Posts: n/a	Still experimenting... Please forgive me if this shouldn't go here. But I'm still trying to find my way. Until recently, I have only felt comfortable smoking Padrons. I love the gobs of smoke they provide, the taste/aroma, and everything else about them....but I'm trying to find others I like. Of the above new purchases this weekend, the Oliva V series (omg!), La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor (omg!), and Fuente Anejo have been AMAZING. I still prefer the anniversary and even 3000 series Padron cigars, but these cigars were great. What else might I like based off also like the ones I've tried this weekend? I tried the Opus X and wasn't really wow'ed (blasphemy I know lol, will try again), and various cigars by Kristoff, La Cuba Gloria, and Montecristo. I'm not saying any of these are good, still a noob, forgive me. lol If it matters, I always pair my cigars with either Port, a single malt scotch, or porter beer.

03-27-2011, 07:34 PM	#2
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,277 Trading: (66)	Re: Still experimenting... Seems you really like Nica baccy. Try anything/everything made (like that Mi Amor) by Pepin. Ah hell, try everything you can. I'm still trying new cigars after 6 years. (there are tons of them and more coming out everyday, it seems) __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

03-27-2011, 07:38 PM	#3
whodeeni Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Still experimenting... Brotha it appears to me that you are "Well on your way" to becoming a "Maduro Ho"! lmao I would suggest you try some Diesel's, La Gloria Cubana Series R Maduro's, Tatuaje La Riqueza, Tatuaje 7th Reserva, Tatuaje Petite Cazadores Reserva to name a few....

03-27-2011, 07:47 PM	#9
joeobx just playing in the storm Join Date: Oct 2009 First Name: Joe Location: Fredericksburg. VA VCM Country Posts: 1,117 Trading: (4)	Re: Still experimenting... Another one to try is the AF Queen B. __________________ it's all fun and games till the flying monkeys show up

03-27-2011, 08:08 PM	#11
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,849 Trading: (51)	Re: Still experimenting... Sounds like our tastes run sort of in similar veins. If you can, I'd find some Litto Gomez Diez and some Coronados (by La Flor Dominicana), these are incredible smokes with some body, good flavor, and some nice complexity. Peace of the Lord be with you. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

03-27-2011, 08:08 PM	#13
MurphysLaw Anything can go wrong Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Brian Location: SoFlo Posts: 2,823 Trading: (19)	Re: Still experimenting... Also check out the NST in the newbie section, I've received some great cigars in doing the trades there! __________________ It's THIS easy to help our Troops.

03-27-2011, 09:20 PM	#15
loki993 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Still experimenting... Those are all great cigars. Ive never had a Padron anny, but I have had a "regular" Padron 5000. Try a Liga Privada T-52. Id be willing to put it up against anything. They are that good.

03-28-2011, 08:16 AM	#16
Slow-N-Steady Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Still experimenting... I’m going to pick up a Liga Privada T-52, Litto Gomez Diez, La Flor Dominicana, and 601 Blue the next time I go shopping. I’ll try some of the others on the next go round. Thanks everyone for the suggestions! Also regarding the humidor, is the type of case I have now the best bet if I’m traveling most of the year? Any other solution I should consider?

03-27-2011, 09:24 PM	#18
thecatch83 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Still experimenting... +2 for 601 Blue and DPG Serie JJ Maduro!!! Pound for pound, dollar for dollar the best smoke going!

03-27-2011, 09:28 PM	#19
emopunker2004 Central Fla rollin Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Justin Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 6,171 Trading: (46)	Re: Still experimenting... the perdomo2 limited edition maduros are yummy as well. smoke two this weekend __________________ Cigar Asylum: Where all are equal, unless you are from CA, then you are more equal.

03-28-2011, 12:00 PM	#20
Trent0341 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Dan Location: Kentucky Posts: 195 Trading: (7)	Re: Still experimenting... A few others you may like based on some of your previous choices: The Oliva Master Blend III (robusto is my personal favorite as far as vitola goes). I never hear much about this cigar but I think it's fantastic. Another is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Work of Art maduro. This cigar seems to depend on where you're located as far as availability goes. I've never had a problem getting them but for some they seem about as common as an eight eyed unicorn. Either way it seems like you're on the right path. and I'm sure you've already heard it but: "Smoke what you like and you'll like what you smoke". Best of luck to you.