First smoke the best?

Devanmc · 02-19-2011, 10:28 AM

With great weather and a day off i started my morning with a good Aston VSG churchill. It was great with my coffee the only problem is later on i tried to smoke another cigar. It tasted like crap, pissed a tossed it and grabbed for something stronger, also tasted like crap.

Is there something i haven't learned yet about smoking multiple cigars a day because after that first good strong cigar, Everything tasted almost like a cigarette only after several hours(and food) did a My Father La Bijou robusto taste good/average.

cort · 02-19-2011, 10:37 AM

If I plan on smoking multiple sticks in a day I try and plan them out starting from mild and working my way to the heavier stuff. A strong cigar can definitely get your palate out of whack for a day.

kelmac07 · 02-19-2011, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Cort

If I plan on smoking multiple sticks in a day I try and plan them out starting from mild and working my way to the heavier stuff. A strong cigar can definitely get your palate out of whack for a day.

Exactamundo!! Works for me too.

NCRadioMan · 02-19-2011, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Cort

If I plan on smoking multiple sticks in a day I try and plan them out starting from mild and working my way to the heavier stuff. A strong cigar can definitely get your palate out of whack for a day.

After that compliment you just gave me, I hate to have to somewhat disagree you. I am a huge fan of smoking my favorite cigar, no matter the strength, as the first cigar of the day because that is when the palate is the freshest.

It's usually a good idea to clense the palate between smokes so the first one is not lingering. Maybe before you smoke that next cigar, plan on a meal or a snack between to get the palate back on track.

Also, it's just takes some time and experience.

cort · 02-19-2011, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

After that compliment you just gave me, I hate to have to somewhat disagree you. I am a huge fan of smoking my favorite cigar, no matter the strength, as the first cigar of the day because that is when the palate is the freshest.

It's usually a good idea to clense the palate between smokes so the first one is not lingering. Maybe before you smoke that next cigar, plan on a meal or a snack between to get the palate back on track.

Also, it's just takes some time and experience.

It's all good Mr. Lovebiscuit.

bobarian · 02-19-2011, 10:39 AM

Always start with your lightest most flavorful cigar, them medium and finally full. There are also several threads on clearing your palate with a drink or some candy, some even brush their teeth.

JaKaacH · 02-19-2011, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by bobarian

Always start with your lightest most flavorful cigar, them medium and finally full. There are also several threads on clearing your palate with a drink or some candy, some even brush their teeth.

Sunkist Orange soda works for clearing the palate.

justonemorestick · 02-19-2011, 05:22 PM

One needs to disinfect his palette between smokes I prefer to use scotch or beer but toothpaste might work however you need to have enough time for the toothpaste taste to dissipate.

larryinlc · 02-19-2011, 05:45 PM

I've tried to smoke two cigars in the same day, but it turns out like eating two Thanksgiving dinners in one day. For me, it spoils both. I prefer to anticipate and enjoy only one every evening.

Larry

Bill86 · 02-19-2011, 06:22 PM

I've never had a problem smoking 2 -3 cigars a day. Never tried more than that I usually just space them out a good 2 hours or so.

longknocker · 02-19-2011, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill86

I've never had a problem smoking 2 -3 cigars a day. Never tried more than that I usually just space them out a good 2 hours or so.

I Chain Smoke Cigars When Playing 18 Holes, But I Usually Wait 1-2 H Between Smokes At Home.

NCRadioMan · 02-19-2011, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by longknocker

I Chain Smoke Cigars When Playing 18 Holes

As do I and at herfs, of course.

longknocker · 02-19-2011, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

As do I and at herfs, of course.

Good Point, Brother! If It's A Good Stick, It Will Still Taste Good!

OLS · 02-19-2011, 06:41 PM

Smoke only habanos, that problem goes right away.
It's still a good idea to cleanse the palate, but when you get home, you will
find that a good havana cigar, especially one dried out by your family who
are putting them in your humidor while you are away,

will cure most of those annoying NC taste issues.

JJG · 02-19-2011, 07:25 PM

I know you don't have this problem Brad

, but one thing I've learned is that If you smoke a Cuban first thing in the day, stick with Habanos for the entire day. Anytime I've smoked a CC and then attempted to smoke a NC afterwards, they always taste crappy. Even my favorite NCs don't taste as good if my last cigar was a Cuban.

JDTexan · 02-20-2011, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by OLS

Smoke only habanos, that problem goes right away.
It's still a good idea to cleanse the palate, but when you get home, you will
find that a good havana cigar, especially one dried out by your family who
are putting them in your humidor while you are away,

will cure most of those annoying NC taste issues.

Can't argue with that wisdom.

02-20-2011, 09:57 AM

Listen to the "Old Heads" Devan... All that time on this earth
counts for something!

Volusianator · 02-20-2011, 09:59 AM

Ahhhh, I've had many an Opus on my way to work in the morning.

Bageland2000 · 02-20-2011, 10:24 AM

THE BEST thing to cleanse the palate (IMO

) is chocolate. I'll even eat a few pieces while smoking a cigar. A guy at my local B&M taught me this trick. It work wonders.

shilala · 02-20-2011, 10:35 AM

I start with something gross and just keep smoking the same or grosser.
Teeth brushing kinda helps, but it takes about three days to get an El Original off your palate.

02-19-2011, 10:28 AM	#1
Devanmc Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Devan Location: The Zoo Posts: 1,971 Trading: (40)	First smoke the best? With great weather and a day off i started my morning with a good Aston VSG churchill. It was great with my coffee the only problem is later on i tried to smoke another cigar. It tasted like crap, pissed a tossed it and grabbed for something stronger, also tasted like crap. Is there something i haven't learned yet about smoking multiple cigars a day because after that first good strong cigar, Everything tasted almost like a cigarette only after several hours(and food) did a My Father La Bijou robusto taste good/average. __________________ I spent a lot of my money on booze, cigars, birds and fast cars, the rest I just squandered. -George Best

02-19-2011, 10:37 AM	#2
cort ◤◢◣◥ Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gary Posts: 4,478 Trading: (41)	Re: First smoke the best? If I plan on smoking multiple sticks in a day I try and plan them out starting from mild and working my way to the heavier stuff. A strong cigar can definitely get your palate out of whack for a day.

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bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: First smoke the best? Always start with your lightest most flavorful cigar, them medium and finally full. There are also several threads on clearing your palate with a drink or some candy, some even brush their teeth.

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justonemorestick Kat Krap Kontanment Media Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Warren Location: Las Cruces Posts: 292 Trading: (13)	Re: First smoke the best? One needs to disinfect his palette between smokes I prefer to use scotch or beer but toothpaste might work however you need to have enough time for the toothpaste taste to dissipate. __________________ This message was created entirely of recycled electrons, manufactured before 1899 in an effort to prevent global de-electrification.

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larryinlc Angry Packer Fan Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Larry Location: Starvalley Posts: 325 Trading: (15)	Re: First smoke the best? I've tried to smoke two cigars in the same day, but it turns out like eating two Thanksgiving dinners in one day. For me, it spoils both. I prefer to anticipate and enjoy only one every evening. Larry

02-19-2011, 06:22 PM	#10
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: First smoke the best? I've never had a problem smoking 2 -3 cigars a day. Never tried more than that I usually just space them out a good 2 hours or so.

02-19-2011, 06:41 PM	#14
OLS Suck It Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Brad Location: TN Posts: 7,912 Trading: (19)	Re: First smoke the best? Smoke only habanos, that problem goes right away. It's still a good idea to cleanse the palate, but when you get home, you will find that a good havana cigar, especially one dried out by your family who are putting them in your humidor while you are away, will cure most of those annoying NC taste issues.

02-19-2011, 07:25 PM	#15
JJG Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Houston Posts: 1,260 Trading: (4)	Re: First smoke the best? I know you don't have this problem Brad , but one thing I've learned is that If you smoke a Cuban first thing in the day, stick with Habanos for the entire day. Anytime I've smoked a CC and then attempted to smoke a NC afterwards, they always taste crappy. Even my favorite NCs don't taste as good if my last cigar was a Cuban.

02-20-2011, 09:57 AM	#17
whodeeni Guest Posts: n/a	Re: First smoke the best? Listen to the "Old Heads" Devan... All that time on this earth counts for something!

02-20-2011, 09:59 AM	#18
Volusianator Bikes, Babes & Cigars! Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Wade Location: Green Bay, WI Posts: 1,438 Trading: (17)	Re: First smoke the best? Ahhhh, I've had many an Opus on my way to work in the morning. __________________ Overtime pays more because of what you're missing, money isn't everything.

02-20-2011, 10:24 AM	#19
Bageland2000 On another adventure Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Andrew Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 352 Trading: (2)	Re: First smoke the best? THE BEST thing to cleanse the palate (IMO) is chocolate. I'll even eat a few pieces while smoking a cigar. A guy at my local B&M taught me this trick. It work wonders. __________________ Favorites: Arturo Fuente Sun Grown Rosado, Oliva Serie V, CAO La Traviata/Brazilia, Perdomo 10th An. Champagne

02-20-2011, 10:35 AM	#20
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: First smoke the best? I start with something gross and just keep smoking the same or grosser. Teeth brushing kinda helps, but it takes about three days to get an El Original off your palate. __________________