What should i buy???

RichieBklyn · 03-23-2012, 03:33 PM

I am most interested in FLAVOR. Pepper, coffee etc, I want to taste it all! What are you guys smoking that you feel is very flavorfull. At this time in my smoking experience I am willing to pay between $5 to $8 bucks a stick. Also where are you buying these flavorfull sticks? And lastly where do you find out that a cigar sounds like it is for you, before you buy one. I have recently been watching the video reviews on cigar websites and that has proven to be a good start. I like med-full bodied cigars on the longer side, I know that s what she said...
thanks form taking the time.

Richie bklyn

icehog3 · 03-23-2012, 03:38 PM

Some olf my favorite sites are:

Holts
Tampasweethearts
Duke City

Flavor bombs I have enjoyed recently include cigars from Esencia, the Illusione lines, Don Pepin Blue Labels, Cain Daytonas, Liga Privadas.

Always dig the Fuentes....Hemingway line, Anejos, Opus....though the latter two will likely cost more than $8 a stick.

ApexAZ · 03-23-2012, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Some olf my favorite sites are:

Holts
Tampasweethearts
Duke City

Flavor bombs I have enjoyed recently include cigars from Esencia, the Illusione lines, Don Pepin Blue Labels, Cain Daytonas, Liga Privadas.

Always dig the Fuentes....Hemingway line, Anejos, Opus....though the latter two will likely cost more than $8 a stick.

This.

I would add Diesel Unholy Cocktail as a great full flavored budget stick.

RichieBklyn · 03-23-2012, 03:41 PM

Thanks for the start Ice...

oooo35980 · 03-23-2012, 03:44 PM

Can't go wrong with Undercrowns or 601 maduro. Both right around your price point, also I love K.A. Kendall's 7-20-4,

Atlantic, new Havana, and CI for some decent samplers.

RichieBklyn · 03-23-2012, 03:52 PM

Thanks ooo, CI has been my new credit card filler! TY...

shilala · 03-23-2012, 04:16 PM

I'd suggest the Don Pepin Black Label (Cuban Classic) along with the ones others suggested. They're on sale a lot, I'd suggest trying Atlantic Cigar.

Jefft72 · 03-23-2012, 04:31 PM

My trip to the local shop is where I like to grab some time from the guy who works there. I tell him that I smoked this or that and liked certain aspects, or disliked certain aspects, and that I would like to spend X. He in turn starts walking around the humidor and recommending to me what he thinks I might like. These hunting visits usually last longer than I intended, but Matt never makes me feel rushed, but if he needs to take care of business he will excuse himself and then come back when available.

My point is that visiting a local shop can be a great experience in getting recommendations. I do my share of checking out blogs for reviews and such, but the shop visit is where I come out with things that I had not even thought about.

RichieBklyn · 03-24-2012, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Jefft72

My trip to the local shop is where I like to grab some time from the guy who works there. I tell him that I smoked this or that and liked certain aspects, or disliked certain aspects, and that I would like to spend X. He in turn starts walking around the humidor and recommending to me what he thinks I might like. These hunting visits usually last longer than I intended, but Matt never makes me feel rushed, but if he needs to take care of business he will excuse himself and then come back when available.

My point is that visiting a local shop can be a great experience in getting recommendations. I do my share of checking out blogs for reviews and such, but the shop visit is where I come out with things that I had not even thought about.

That seems like a great idea I put that on my list of things to do!!!

pnoon · 03-24-2012, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by RichieBklyn

That seems like a great idea I put that on my list of things to do!!!

Just be aware that not every employee/owner at a B&M is as knowledgeable or willing to spend the time with customers.

03-23-2012, 06:28 PM

601 Blues, LP Undercrowns, EO Murcielago's, maybe Kristoff Maduro's and DPG Blue labels are all well in your price range and some of my favorite sticks with that flavor profile. They all are very well made, and toe the line intermingling pepper, cocoa and coffee with perfection!

RichieBklyn · 03-23-2012, 06:38 PM

wow u guys are really proficient! I gotta lot of homework to do this weekend!!!

688sonarmen · 03-23-2012, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by RichieBklyn

wow u guys are really proficient! I gotta lot of homework to do this weekend!!!

We do like our cigars here

My input LFD Ligero!

03-23-2012, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 688sonarmen

We do like our cigars here

My input LFD Ligero!

Ligero? I wouldn't recommend one of the strongest, full bodied cigars that blast you with pepper like an LAPD SWAT team obsticle course to the novice smoker.....

688sonarmen · 03-23-2012, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by thecatch83

Ligero? I wouldn't recommend one of the strongest, full bodied cigars that blast you with pepper like an LAPD SWAT team obsticle course to the novice smoker.....

Good point

I retract my statement and insert EPC new wave Connecticut!

Subvet642 · 03-24-2012, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 688sonarmen

Good point

I retract my statement and insert EPC new wave Connecticut!

+1 Jake is good, Jake is wise...

maninblack · 03-23-2012, 07:32 PM

I agree with the 601 blues or greens, DPG maduro's, Cain Daytona's, Oliva's, Undercrown's, LP's.....I could go on and on and on.

longknocker · 03-23-2012, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by maninblack

I agree with the 601 blues or greens, DPG maduro's, Cain Daytona's, Oliva's, Undercrown's, LP's.....I could go on and on and on.

601 Blue!

Brooks W · 03-23-2012, 08:29 PM

Quesada Espana....Wonderful, flavorful cigar

TJtorpedo · 03-23-2012, 08:30 PM

Don't know if this would be off of your flavor profile, but for some cocoa with your coffee, try any Padron, especially the maduro. A Padron 3000 maduro will only cost you about $6.00. You can find these online everywhere and in every shop.

Also, for some interesting flavors, consider a Viaje, either the Oro or Platino line. To me, the Oro tends to be a bit stronger. You can pick up either in the robusto size for about $8.00. Atlantic usually has a pretty good selection. I wish I could describe the melding of flavors I get off of these, but the term "mediterranean" comes to mind, like nutmeg, cinnamon, anise. At least IMO.

03-23-2012, 03:33 PM	#1
RichieBklyn I'm going to smoke... Join Date: May 2010 First Name: Richie bklyn Location: Brooklyn NY Posts: 70 Trading: (0)	What should i buy??? I am most interested in FLAVOR. Pepper, coffee etc, I want to taste it all! What are you guys smoking that you feel is very flavorfull. At this time in my smoking experience I am willing to pay between $5 to $8 bucks a stick. Also where are you buying these flavorfull sticks? And lastly where do you find out that a cigar sounds like it is for you, before you buy one. I have recently been watching the video reviews on cigar websites and that has proven to be a good start. I like med-full bodied cigars on the longer side, I know that s what she said... thanks form taking the time. Richie bklyn

03-23-2012, 03:38 PM	#2
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,295 Trading: (60)	Re: What should i buy??? Some olf my favorite sites are: Holts Tampasweethearts Duke City Flavor bombs I have enjoyed recently include cigars from Esencia, the Illusione lines, Don Pepin Blue Labels, Cain Daytonas, Liga Privadas. Always dig the Fuentes....Hemingway line, Anejos, Opus....though the latter two will likely cost more than $8 a stick. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

03-23-2012, 03:41 PM	#4
RichieBklyn I'm going to smoke... Join Date: May 2010 First Name: Richie bklyn Location: Brooklyn NY Posts: 70 Trading: (0)	Re: What should i buy??? Thanks for the start Ice...

03-23-2012, 03:44 PM	#5
oooo35980 Feeling at Home Join Date: Mar 2011 First Name: Isaiah Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 569 Trading: (3)	Re: What should i buy??? Can't go wrong with Undercrowns or 601 maduro. Both right around your price point, also I love K.A. Kendall's 7-20-4, Atlantic, new Havana, and CI for some decent samplers.

03-23-2012, 03:52 PM	#6
RichieBklyn I'm going to smoke... Join Date: May 2010 First Name: Richie bklyn Location: Brooklyn NY Posts: 70 Trading: (0)	Re: What should i buy??? Thanks ooo, CI has been my new credit card filler! TY...

03-23-2012, 04:16 PM	#7
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: What should i buy??? I'd suggest the Don Pepin Black Label (Cuban Classic) along with the ones others suggested. They're on sale a lot, I'd suggest trying Atlantic Cigar. __________________

03-23-2012, 04:31 PM	#8
Jefft72 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2011 First Name: Jeff Location: League City, TX Posts: 219 Trading: (2)	Re: What should i buy??? My trip to the local shop is where I like to grab some time from the guy who works there. I tell him that I smoked this or that and liked certain aspects, or disliked certain aspects, and that I would like to spend X. He in turn starts walking around the humidor and recommending to me what he thinks I might like. These hunting visits usually last longer than I intended, but Matt never makes me feel rushed, but if he needs to take care of business he will excuse himself and then come back when available. My point is that visiting a local shop can be a great experience in getting recommendations. I do my share of checking out blogs for reviews and such, but the shop visit is where I come out with things that I had not even thought about.

03-23-2012, 06:28 PM	#11
thecatch83 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What should i buy??? 601 Blues, LP Undercrowns, EO Murcielago's, maybe Kristoff Maduro's and DPG Blue labels are all well in your price range and some of my favorite sticks with that flavor profile. They all are very well made, and toe the line intermingling pepper, cocoa and coffee with perfection!

03-23-2012, 06:38 PM	#12
RichieBklyn I'm going to smoke... Join Date: May 2010 First Name: Richie bklyn Location: Brooklyn NY Posts: 70 Trading: (0)	Re: What should i buy??? wow u guys are really proficient! I gotta lot of homework to do this weekend!!!

03-23-2012, 07:32 PM	#17
maninblack Will smoke for food Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Where the hoot owls f$ck the chickens Posts: 10,637 Trading: (80)	Re: What should i buy??? I agree with the 601 blues or greens, DPG maduro's, Cain Daytona's, Oliva's, Undercrown's, LP's.....I could go on and on and on. __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

03-23-2012, 08:29 PM	#19
Brooks W Feeling at Home Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 833 Trading: (70)	Re: What should i buy??? Quesada Espana....Wonderful, flavorful cigar

03-23-2012, 08:30 PM	#20
TJtorpedo Feeling at Home Join Date: Feb 2012 First Name: Tim Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 600 Trading: (4)	Re: What should i buy??? Don't know if this would be off of your flavor profile, but for some cocoa with your coffee, try any Padron, especially the maduro. A Padron 3000 maduro will only cost you about $6.00. You can find these online everywhere and in every shop. Also, for some interesting flavors, consider a Viaje, either the Oro or Platino line. To me, the Oro tends to be a bit stronger. You can pick up either in the robusto size for about $8.00. Atlantic usually has a pretty good selection. I wish I could describe the melding of flavors I get off of these, but the term "mediterranean" comes to mind, like nutmeg, cinnamon, anise. At least IMO. __________________