Liga Privada Alternatives

s15driftking · 09-06-2022, 08:28 AM

Hey all, long time!!!

Have found myself smoking Liga#9 consistently over the past 8 years and loving them. Ideally, looking for less expensive alternatives.

Liga#9 are about 16-18 bucks, looking for a 8-to-10-ish dollar Nicaraguan of similar full-body that exhibits that choco/cedar/raisin/pepper character.

Currently, also enjoying La Imperiosa (Crowned heads). Maybe that's the alternative?

Any other thoughts?

icehog3 · 09-06-2022, 08:36 AM

Hi Bobby!

I have been smoking some of the Caldwell lines, as well as the Rojas Street Tacos lately. Not sure if this meets the flavor profile you seek, might be worth checking out.

longknocker · 09-06-2022, 09:40 AM

I Second The Street Tacos!

. Awesome Smokes I Think You'll Love At A Reasonable Price!

s15driftking · 09-06-2022, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Hi Bobby!

I have been smoking some of the Caldwell lines, as well as the Rojas Street Tacos lately. Not sure if this meets the flavor profile you seek, might be worth checking out.

Thanks for this, regarding the street taco, are you talking the barbacoa or carnitas?

longknocker · 09-06-2022, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by s15driftking

Thanks for this, regarding the street taco, are you talking the barbacoa or carnitas?

Bobby: I Haven't Smoked The Carnitas: They're Resting, Now. The Barbacoa Is One Of My Favorites! I Would Try That First.

icehog3 · 09-07-2022, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by s15driftking

Thanks for this, regarding the street taco, are you talking the barbacoa or carnitas?

I have been smoking the Barbacoa like Greg, and they're my favorite "newer" NC.

NCRadioMan · 09-06-2022, 11:16 AM

How about Undercrown? They are literally Liga's without the black tobacco.

Porch Dweller · 09-06-2022, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

How about Undercrown? They are literally Liga's without the black tobacco.

The Undercrown Corona Viva is one of my favorites. The other vitolas just aren't as tasty to me.

s15driftking · 09-06-2022, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

How about Undercrown? They are literally Liga's without the black tobacco.

Have enjoyed many undercrowns. To me, not nearly the same as the LP9.

cmitch · 09-06-2022, 01:46 PM

All of the good cigars have increased exponentially in price to the point I'm thinking of just moving to cigar bid only cigars. No. 9's are tasty but not worth the price. Crowned Heads are some good cigars to consider.

Weelok · 09-06-2022, 06:31 PM

I will put my thoughts on cigars that are maduro and good but maybe a bit to quiet a bit stronger so keep this in mind.

1. DPG Blue
2. Tatuaje Fausto (more earth then cedar).
3. Tatuaje Verocu (more earth then cedar)
4. AJF Enclave Broadleaf
5. AJF Bellas Artes Maduro (more pepper then cedar)
6. DPB Le Bijou (has more sweetness then cedar so unique in that character but very amazing)
7. BLTC Bishops Blend (much stronger)
8. BLTC Salvation
9. BLTC Lawless
10. Casa Fernandez Miami Reservation Maduro

TXRebel · 09-06-2022, 09:45 PM

Have you tried the Undercrown 10?

s15driftking · 09-07-2022, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by TXRebel

Have you tried the Undercrown 10?

I have, good smoke. Not much cheaper though?

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Originally Posted by Weelok

I will put my thoughts on cigars that are maduro and good but maybe a bit to quiet a bit stronger so keep this in mind.

1. DPG Blue
2. Tatuaje Fausto (more earth then cedar).
3. Tatuaje Verocu (more earth then cedar)
4. AJF Enclave Broadleaf
5. AJF Bellas Artes Maduro (more pepper then cedar)
6. DPB Le Bijou (has more sweetness then cedar so unique in that character but very amazing)
7. BLTC Bishops Blend (much stronger)
8. BLTC Salvation
9. BLTC Lawless
10. Casa Fernandez Miami Reservation Maduro

Good tip on AJF in general. Will also have to venture into black market.

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Originally Posted by cmitch

All of the good cigars have increased exponentially in price to the point I'm thinking of just moving to cigar bid only cigars. No. 9's are tasty but not worth the price. Crowned Heads are some good cigars to consider.

Yes and thanks, am a big fan of the La Imperiosa.

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Originally Posted by icehog3

I have been smoking the Barbacoa like Greg, and they're my favorite "newer" NC.

Many thanks!

Wharf Rat · 09-07-2022, 02:39 PM

Southern Draw has been putting out some fine cigars. They're rolled by AJF. Try the Kudzu.

hammondc · 09-11-2022, 11:18 AM

Find something with a Honduran / Nicaragua end with a Connecticut broadleaf wrapper. Should be close(ish). I’m a Crowned Heads whore so I’d start there.

09-06-2022, 08:28 AM	#1
s15driftking Go Browns! Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bobby Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 2,763 Trading: (16)	Liga Privada Alternatives Hey all, long time!!! Have found myself smoking Liga#9 consistently over the past 8 years and loving them. Ideally, looking for less expensive alternatives. Liga#9 are about 16-18 bucks, looking for a 8-to-10-ish dollar Nicaraguan of similar full-body that exhibits that choco/cedar/raisin/pepper character. Currently, also enjoying La Imperiosa (Crowned heads). Maybe that's the alternative? Any other thoughts? __________________ diamonds/guns

09-06-2022, 08:36 AM	#2
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,305 Trading: (60)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives Hi Bobby! I have been smoking some of the Caldwell lines, as well as the Rojas Street Tacos lately. Not sure if this meets the flavor profile you seek, might be worth checking out. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

09-06-2022, 09:40 AM	#3
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,162 Trading: (82)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives I Second The Street Tacos!. Awesome Smokes I Think You'll Love At A Reasonable Price!

09-06-2022, 11:16 AM	#7
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,277 Trading: (66)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives How about Undercrown? They are literally Liga's without the black tobacco. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

09-06-2022, 01:46 PM	#10
cmitch Heads up get down Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Clayton Location: NW Alabama by the river Posts: 2,720 Trading: (25)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives All of the good cigars have increased exponentially in price to the point I'm thinking of just moving to cigar bid only cigars. No. 9's are tasty but not worth the price. Crowned Heads are some good cigars to consider. __________________ No matter what one's status is in society, cigars are the great equalizer where the affluent and common share a love for the leaf. - Me.

09-06-2022, 06:31 PM	#11
Weelok I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2011 First Name: Dave Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,088 Trading: (21)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives I will put my thoughts on cigars that are maduro and good but maybe a bit to quiet a bit stronger so keep this in mind. 1. DPG Blue 2. Tatuaje Fausto (more earth then cedar). 3. Tatuaje Verocu (more earth then cedar) 4. AJF Enclave Broadleaf 5. AJF Bellas Artes Maduro (more pepper then cedar) 6. DPB Le Bijou (has more sweetness then cedar so unique in that character but very amazing) 7. BLTC Bishops Blend (much stronger) 8. BLTC Salvation 9. BLTC Lawless 10. Casa Fernandez Miami Reservation Maduro __________________ Drink, pray, smoke, and work out.

09-06-2022, 09:45 PM	#12
TXRebel Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Cary Location: Texas Posts: 1,276 Trading: (12)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives Have you tried the Undercrown 10? __________________ "The government turns every contingency into an excuse for enhancing power in itself."

09-07-2022, 02:39 PM	#14
Wharf Rat I'll get up and fly away Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bob Location: Florence, SC Posts: 786 Trading: (7)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives Southern Draw has been putting out some fine cigars. They're rolled by AJF. Try the Kudzu.

09-11-2022, 11:18 AM	#15
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: Liga Privada Alternatives Find something with a Honduran / Nicaragua end with a Connecticut broadleaf wrapper. Should be close(ish). I’m a Crowned Heads whore so I’d start there.