Anejo quest.

jerseystepup · 12-01-2009, 04:32 PM

Well my trip to the b&m tonight after work led me to my first anejo purchase... (2) 46's...(2) 48's... and (2) sharks...

my first question is.. im going to smoke one now then age the rest.. since ive never smoked an anejo which should i smoke to get a good experience, and which should i stash away??

and the second... the owner of my local shop told me to take the cedar off before i put it in my humidor.. he says cedar isnt kind to aging anejos.. truth to this?

thanks

Sauer Grapes · 12-01-2009, 04:34 PM

Most of us take the cedar off now since the mold problems of the '06 batch just to make sure they aren't moldy and to more easily monitor them later to see if they started molding.

BryanB · 12-01-2009, 04:40 PM

smoke em. They great now or later. Smoke one of each, age the others. Take the cedar off just in case.

icehog3 · 12-01-2009, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Sauer Grapes

Most of us take the cedar off now since the mold problems of the '06 batch just to make sure they aren't moldy and to more easily monitor them later to see if they started molding.

'zactly.

Bax · 12-01-2009, 05:41 PM

I personally don't like them fresh but give the Shark a whirl and see how you like it.

thebiglebowski · 12-01-2009, 06:53 PM

my fave is the 46 with the 50 close behind.

speaking of which - if anyone in nashville is looking for them, i left about 5 behind at uptown's smoke shop (the 50s that's all they had) and i called old world leaf and ale in brentwood - they have them, but are really price gouging (13, 14 bucks a pop).

neoflex · 12-01-2009, 07:20 PM

I say smoke the 50 and age the Sharks as I have noticed that the Sharks seem benefit the most from aging IMHO. Sauer Grapes speaks the truth so I would do what your local recommended and pull the cedar off just to be on the safe side.

Bubba - NJ · 12-01-2009, 07:21 PM

I store them as they come . As for which to smoke , burn a Shark . I had one today at my local shop , excellent smoke , head and shoulders above last years edition . Plenty of creamy dark chocolate flavor . I bought the last 3 they had . I will seek out more . If you smoke the #46 , make sure you eat a good meal before hand . The #46 is the only cigar to ever kick my arse , sweating , shakes and made me totally nauseas . Ate alot of sugar and drank a soda when it hit .

GreekGodX · 12-01-2009, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by thebiglebowski

my fave is the 46 with the 50 close behind.

speaking of which - if anyone in nashville is looking for them, i left about 5 behind at uptown's smoke shop (the 50s that's all they had) and i called old world leaf and ale in brentwood - they have them, but are really price gouging (13, 14 bucks a pop).

If you think that's price gouging 15.95 up here in MI

OHMatt · 12-07-2009, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Sauer Grapes

Most of us take the cedar off now since the mold problems of the '06 batch just to make sure they aren't moldy and to more easily monitor them later to see if they started molding.

The '06 ones were stuck in harbor an extended period of time. I think that was more a one time shipping problem and not a production problem. I personally leave the cedar on, though Anejos rarely last 3 months in my humi.. I did age a couple 3 years and found I like them fresh better

Go Texas, skin the Gators!

El Fumador · 12-01-2009, 07:37 PM

smoke the 46's, stash and age the sharks, and smoke the 48's with a buddy during the national champonship when TEXAS is kicking the **** out tim tebow and Glorida Fators.

Smokin Gator · 12-01-2009, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by El Fumador

smoke the 46's, stash and age the sharks, and smoke the 48's with a buddy during the national champonship when TEXAS is kicking the **** out tim tebow and Glorida Fators.

I hope you smoke a 46 and get sick to your stomach as The Florida Gators are playing wherever they play

J/K brother...

rizzle · 12-02-2009, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by El Fumador

smoke the 46's, stash and age the sharks, and smoke the 48's with a buddy during the national champonship when TEXAS is kicking the **** out tim tebow and Glorida Fators.

I'ma pretend you didn't say that.

Starz26 · 12-02-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by rizzle

I'ma pretend you didn't say that.

Being from Ohio, I am with him on the Gators, Kick their ass.....

JohnnyKay5 · 12-02-2009, 09:56 PM

looks like i have some cedar to remove from my 07s... thanks for the advice...

Sauer Grapes · 12-01-2009, 07:43 PM

In regards to Anejo prices... this is the first batch affected by SCHIP. MSRP effectively went up $1.50 to $2 per stick. Tampa Sweetheart was selling them for $2 more than last year, and they don't up the price. Think a bit over $10.00 for a #50 without factoring sales tax or any local tobacco tax, then add even more for states that have a high tobacco tax. $13 really isn't too terribly far off at all (of course sales tax would not apply yet since it is a store and it would be on top of the $13).

troutbreath · 12-01-2009, 09:36 PM

The 46 is a GREAT stick. Love those.

Made myself stay away from the B&M for a while -- dangerous territory for my credit card. But, I'll probably hit it tomorrow . . . so weak.

e-man67 · 12-01-2009, 09:44 PM

Smoke them all! I think with these the fresher the better...Not like aging an Opus as the Anejo are very one dimentional....but great!

12-02-2009, 09:18 AM

spotted 15 or so boxes at 3 different shops locally. i'm sure there are more but didn't bother looking.

Starz26 · 12-02-2009, 10:45 AM

My local B&M said that fuente asked him if he wanted more that what he ordered for the Anejos's. Acted like they had to many...Looks like they will be plenty available this year...Also have sighted more boxes of BTL this year than I ever saw before.....

Still no Opus Robusto boxes though, only the tins

12-01-2009, 04:32 PM	#1
jerseystepup L-I-V-I-N Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Randy Location: New Jersey Posts: 774 Trading: (9)	Anejo quest. Well my trip to the b&m tonight after work led me to my first anejo purchase... (2) 46's...(2) 48's... and (2) sharks... my first question is.. im going to smoke one now then age the rest.. since ive never smoked an anejo which should i smoke to get a good experience, and which should i stash away?? and the second... the owner of my local shop told me to take the cedar off before i put it in my humidor.. he says cedar isnt kind to aging anejos.. truth to this? thanks

12-01-2009, 04:34 PM	#2
Sauer Grapes Snatchin' yo people up Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,235 Trading: (44)	Re: Anejo quest. Most of us take the cedar off now since the mold problems of the '06 batch just to make sure they aren't moldy and to more easily monitor them later to see if they started molding.

12-01-2009, 04:40 PM	#3
BryanB Have My Own Room Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bryan Location: Benson, NC Posts: 1,177 Trading: (58)	Re: Anejo quest. smoke em. They great now or later. Smoke one of each, age the others. Take the cedar off just in case. __________________ "Cheap cigars come in handy; they stifle the odor of cheap politicians." Ulysses S. Grant

12-01-2009, 06:53 PM	#6
thebiglebowski Jack White's Roadie... Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: larry Location: music city, USA Posts: 665 Trading: (0)	Re: Anejo quest. my fave is the 46 with the 50 close behind. speaking of which - if anyone in nashville is looking for them, i left about 5 behind at uptown's smoke shop (the 50s that's all they had) and i called old world leaf and ale in brentwood - they have them, but are really price gouging (13, 14 bucks a pop).

12-01-2009, 07:20 PM	#7
neoflex I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: John Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 2,765 Trading: (32)	Re: Anejo quest. I say smoke the 50 and age the Sharks as I have noticed that the Sharks seem benefit the most from aging IMHO. Sauer Grapes speaks the truth so I would do what your local recommended and pull the cedar off just to be on the safe side. __________________

12-01-2009, 05:41 PM	#5
Bax C A P S...CAPS CAPS CAPS! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Ringgold,GA Posts: 2,173 Trading: (70)	Re: Anejo quest. I personally don't like them fresh but give the Shark a whirl and see how you like it. __________________ I'm the most interesting man in the world... but only if you find stupid stuff really interesting.

12-01-2009, 07:21 PM	#8
Bubba - NJ Deep Cherry Finish Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Rolf Location: Tatooine Posts: 780 Trading: (4)	Re: Anejo quest. I store them as they come . As for which to smoke , burn a Shark . I had one today at my local shop , excellent smoke , head and shoulders above last years edition . Plenty of creamy dark chocolate flavor . I bought the last 3 they had . I will seek out more . If you smoke the #46 , make sure you eat a good meal before hand . The #46 is the only cigar to ever kick my arse , sweating , shakes and made me totally nauseas . Ate alot of sugar and drank a soda when it hit . __________________ Royale with cheese

12-01-2009, 07:37 PM	#11
El Fumador (Opus X Pig) Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Juan Location: Maui Hi Posts: 134 Trading: (9)	Re: Anejo quest. smoke the 46's, stash and age the sharks, and smoke the 48's with a buddy during the national champonship when TEXAS is kicking the **** out tim tebow and Glorida Fators.

12-02-2009, 09:56 PM	#15
JohnnyKay5 Armed Forces Tumbleweed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chester, VA Posts: 1,046 Trading: (22)	Re: Anejo quest. looks like i have some cedar to remove from my 07s... thanks for the advice... __________________ *HIGH FIVE!*

12-01-2009, 07:43 PM	#16
Sauer Grapes Snatchin' yo people up Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,235 Trading: (44)	Re: Anejo quest. In regards to Anejo prices... this is the first batch affected by SCHIP. MSRP effectively went up $1.50 to $2 per stick. Tampa Sweetheart was selling them for $2 more than last year, and they don't up the price. Think a bit over $10.00 for a #50 without factoring sales tax or any local tobacco tax, then add even more for states that have a high tobacco tax. $13 really isn't too terribly far off at all (of course sales tax would not apply yet since it is a store and it would be on top of the $13).

12-01-2009, 09:36 PM	#17
troutbreath Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: The Dash, NC Posts: 706 Trading: (0)	Re: Anejo quest. The 46 is a GREAT stick. Love those. Made myself stay away from the B&M for a while -- dangerous territory for my credit card. But, I'll probably hit it tomorrow . . . so weak.

12-01-2009, 09:44 PM	#18
e-man67 Big Drunkin Monkey!! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Eric Posts: 1,480 Trading: (29)	Re: Anejo quest. Smoke them all! I think with these the fresher the better...Not like aging an Opus as the Anejo are very one dimentional....but great!

12-02-2009, 09:18 AM	#19
barbourjay Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Anejo quest. spotted 15 or so boxes at 3 different shops locally. i'm sure there are more but didn't bother looking.

12-02-2009, 10:45 AM	#20
Starz26 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Eric Location: Ohio Posts: 486 Trading: (22)	Re: Anejo quest. My local B&M said that fuente asked him if he wanted more that what he ordered for the Anejos's. Acted like they had to many...Looks like they will be plenty available this year...Also have sighted more boxes of BTL this year than I ever saw before..... Still no Opus Robusto boxes though, only the tins