Panned cigars you enjoy

RevSmoke · 09-07-2014, 08:29 PM

OK, here is an interesting twist to start a discussion. What is the cigar that you really enjoy, but seems to be downplayed, or it is rated poorly - here or someplace else. For example, Gurkhas are generally thought to be overhyped and overpriced, and most consider them dog rockets - but someone must like them because they sell a lot of them.

I remember the Havana Classico line in the late 1990s. They came out and were priced a bit out of line. Then JR snatched up a snot-load of them at ridiculous prices and sold them cheaply. I picked up a few boxes at ridiculously low prices (they were marketed at $10+ a stick) and they were an excellent cigar (I don't spend $10 on a cigar now 15 years later). Anyway, I got some of the real bargain version over on CI as cheap smoke to give away to moochers and to burn as a quickie (they are 5X32). Well, surprisingly, I enjoy them as a quickie. And at about $.50 a stick, they are better than a Swisher by a dam site - for a hand-rolled, long filler cigar, with a capped head... not bad at all. (yes, I took one apart to see that it was long filler.

I also enjoy a number of cigars that get little or no press, I do not know if they are panned, but as many here know, I enjoy some of the old stalwart standbys that have been around for many years - El Rey del Mundo Robustos being at the top of the list, and Punch Rothschilds, both of which are much as I remember them from many years past.

So, what cigar is out there that you enjoy which is either panned, avoided, disparaged, ridiculed, thought of as a "cheap cigar", a "yard gar", or simply ignored?

Ogre · 09-07-2014, 08:32 PM

CI Legends Red (perdomo)

Dude Here · 09-07-2014, 08:43 PM

Cigar.com House Blends, especially the Purple Label. A nice, middle of the road smoke. Cheap too!

TXSmokey · 09-07-2014, 10:14 PM

Quorum, they're cheap everyday smokes. and not bad for the price

Stinky · 09-07-2014, 11:40 PM

what does "panned" mean?

RevSmoke · 09-08-2014, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Stinky

what does "panned" mean?

Webster says - Panned: (Verb used with object) Informal. to criticize severely, as in a review of a play.

In regard to cigars, when someone states their dislike of a particular cigar.

pektel · 09-08-2014, 07:25 AM

Ah, the moped question.

Mine would be Quintero Nacionales (CC). I bought a box a few years ago because of price. I was happily surprised with the cigar, and have bought more boxes since then.

dave · 09-08-2014, 09:34 AM

Easy. Even as my tastes have largely moved into snobby territory, I still really enjoy Tierra del Sol Corona Maduro. ONLY that size and only maduro. Can't STAND any other TdS, but these are great in the morning.....nearly every fishing trip drive with coffee. I'm fine with the panning....as long as I can continue to get these for a buck on CBID, I'm a happy fisher.

The Poet · 09-08-2014, 10:17 AM

I'm not sure my nomination is so much "panned" as it is ignored, but I would submit for consideration the entire JR Ultimate line of cigars. They are available in vitola and wrapper choices to suit anyone's wish, and offer well-constructed, well-aged, and decidedly tasty cigars which are often significantly lower in price than counterparts.

Nota bene, I refer to the ULTIMATE line, and not the Alternatives. Those are at best smokeable yard 'gars whose main attraction is affordability.

RevSmoke · 09-08-2014, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Poet

I'm not sure my nomination is so much "panned" as it is ignored, but I would submit for consideration the entire JR Ultimate line of cigars. They are available in vitola and wrapper choices to suit anyone's wish, and offer well-constructed, well-aged, and decidedly tasty cigars which are often significantly lower in price than counterparts.

Nota bene, I refer to the ULTIMATE line, and not the Alternatives. Those are at best smokeable yard 'gars whose main attraction is affordability.

I have had the Principales in the Oscuro and Candela, in fact, the only Candela that I ever enjoyed, it was incredible.

czerbe · 09-08-2014, 10:19 AM

The cigar that started it all for me was Partagas Black label!

ApexAZ · 09-08-2014, 12:26 PM

Gurkha...?

I think the NC Punch Rare Corojo classifies as this for me. I really like them, but they don't seem to be too popular.

baust55 · 09-08-2014, 02:59 PM

Nicarao Havana Sun grown torpedos .

I have been getting them for $1.50 to $2

pattersong · 09-08-2014, 03:21 PM

I'm still waiting for someone to be honest here and admit their cigar is the 'Century Sam'

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shilala · 09-08-2014, 04:36 PM

I agree with Brian, the Punch Rare Corojo was one of my faves when I started smoking regular. Sancho Panza's are excellent smokes. Maduro and Extra Fuerte are both awesome. I don't think they get panned as much as they get no talk.

Litto Gomex Diez seems to get no stroke at all. You and I have had this discussion, Toddster.
Not the La Flor Dominicana line, they do get some talk. But I truly feel that the LGD line is far and away superior to any of the LFD stuff.

I can't think of anything I smoke that gets bagged on. Gurkha, I suppose. I used to like the Nepalese Warrior and one other, can't remember what it is right now. Wasn't the Doble Maduro, they were awful. Someone will mention it, I've heard a number of guys say they weren't a bad smoke.
I looked to try to find the name of them, they must be discontinued.

Wharf Rat · 09-08-2014, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by shilala

I can't think of anything I smoke that gets bagged on. Gurkha, I suppose. I used to like the Nepalese Warrior and one other, can't remember what it is right now. Wasn't the Doble Maduro, they were awful. Someone will mention it, I've heard a number of guys say they weren't a bad smoke.
I looked to try to find the name of them, they must be discontinued.

I also liked the Warriors. Still have a bunch floating around. Need to pull one out!

jhedrick83 · 09-08-2014, 10:17 PM

Rocky Patel Olde World Maduro Toros. Rocky gets a lot of hate (rightfully so sometimes) but I love these!

WhiteMamba · 09-08-2014, 06:07 PM

I like a lot of different connies. They get panned on here by a lot of guys. My favorite is RP 99 but they're not exactly cheap but they can be found for around $3 if you look in the right place.

usafvet509 · 09-08-2014, 07:25 PM

5 Vegas Gold Maduro, I read a lot of bad about 'em, but I like them. Also, I seem to really like Hondurans (HDM, Punch, Camacho, CAO)

TJtorpedo · 09-08-2014, 07:52 PM

A few that I like to keep around are:

5 Vegas Cask Strength
J. Fuego Origen and Origen Maduro
Pinar del Rio Oscuro

I don't think any of the above are frowned upon or panned per se, but they are solid cheapies that I enjoy. The PDRs in particular, since they can be had all day long for under $2 a stick.

09-07-2014, 08:29 PM	#1
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,849 Trading: (51)	Panned cigars you enjoy OK, here is an interesting twist to start a discussion. What is the cigar that you really enjoy, but seems to be downplayed, or it is rated poorly - here or someplace else. For example, Gurkhas are generally thought to be overhyped and overpriced, and most consider them dog rockets - but someone must like them because they sell a lot of them. I remember the Havana Classico line in the late 1990s. They came out and were priced a bit out of line. Then JR snatched up a snot-load of them at ridiculous prices and sold them cheaply. I picked up a few boxes at ridiculously low prices (they were marketed at $10+ a stick) and they were an excellent cigar (I don't spend $10 on a cigar now 15 years later). Anyway, I got some of the real bargain version over on CI as cheap smoke to give away to moochers and to burn as a quickie (they are 5X32). Well, surprisingly, I enjoy them as a quickie. And at about $.50 a stick, they are better than a Swisher by a dam site - for a hand-rolled, long filler cigar, with a capped head... not bad at all. (yes, I took one apart to see that it was long filler. I also enjoy a number of cigars that get little or no press, I do not know if they are panned, but as many here know, I enjoy some of the old stalwart standbys that have been around for many years - El Rey del Mundo Robustos being at the top of the list, and Punch Rothschilds, both of which are much as I remember them from many years past. So, what cigar is out there that you enjoy which is either panned, avoided, disparaged, ridiculed, thought of as a "cheap cigar", a "yard gar", or simply ignored? __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

09-07-2014, 08:32 PM	#2
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy CI Legends Red (perdomo) __________________

09-07-2014, 08:43 PM	#3
Dude Here I'm the Dude...Man! Join Date: Oct 2013 First Name: Steve Location: Texas Posts: 671 Trading: (3)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy Cigar.com House Blends, especially the Purple Label. A nice, middle of the road smoke. Cheap too! __________________

09-07-2014, 10:14 PM	#4
TXSmokey huh Join Date: May 2014 First Name: Richard Location: huh Posts: 150 Trading: (1)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy Quorum, they're cheap everyday smokes. and not bad for the price __________________ Support the Troop Support Contest 2014!!!

09-07-2014, 11:40 PM	#5
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09-08-2014, 07:25 AM	#7
pektel I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Peter Location: Grand Rapids, MN Posts: 4,320 Trading: (28)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy Ah, the moped question. Mine would be Quintero Nacionales (CC). I bought a box a few years ago because of price. I was happily surprised with the cigar, and have bought more boxes since then. __________________ The problem is not the problem. The problem is your ATTITUDE about the problem.

09-08-2014, 09:34 AM	#8
dave Have My Own Room Join Date: May 2011 First Name: Dave Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,180 Trading: (15)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy Easy. Even as my tastes have largely moved into snobby territory, I still really enjoy Tierra del Sol Corona Maduro. ONLY that size and only maduro. Can't STAND any other TdS, but these are great in the morning.....nearly every fishing trip drive with coffee. I'm fine with the panning....as long as I can continue to get these for a buck on CBID, I'm a happy fisher. __________________ I would rather be exposed to the inconveniences attending too much liberty than to those attending too small a degree of it. Thomas Jefferson

09-08-2014, 10:17 AM	#9
The Poet Il megglior fabbro Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Thomas Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 8,420 Trading: (2)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy I'm not sure my nomination is so much "panned" as it is ignored, but I would submit for consideration the entire JR Ultimate line of cigars. They are available in vitola and wrapper choices to suit anyone's wish, and offer well-constructed, well-aged, and decidedly tasty cigars which are often significantly lower in price than counterparts. Nota bene, I refer to the ULTIMATE line, and not the Alternatives. Those are at best smokeable yard 'gars whose main attraction is affordability. __________________ Ninety percent of everything is crap - Theodore Sturgeon.

09-08-2014, 10:19 AM	#11
czerbe Just a Traveling Man Join Date: Apr 2012 First Name: Corey Location: Reading Pa Posts: 1,309 Trading: (2)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy The cigar that started it all for me was Partagas Black label! __________________ Live fast, hard, everyday like its your last.

09-08-2014, 12:26 PM	#12
ApexAZ Wandering aimlessly Join Date: Oct 2011 First Name: Brian Location: Sonoran Desert Posts: 1,299 Trading: (10)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy Gurkha...? I think the NC Punch Rare Corojo classifies as this for me. I really like them, but they don't seem to be too popular.

09-08-2014, 02:59 PM	#13
baust55 AUSTIN Join Date: Oct 2013 First Name: JAMES Location: NEBRASKA Posts: 241 Trading: (1)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy Nicarao Havana Sun grown torpedos . I have been getting them for $1.50 to $2 __________________ AUSTIN S.E. Nebraska

09-08-2014, 03:21 PM	#14
pattersong Gentlemen, you may smoke! Join Date: Jun 2014 First Name: Greg Location: Toronto Posts: 100 Trading: (0)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy I'm still waiting for someone to be honest here and admit their cigar is the 'Century Sam' ...

09-08-2014, 04:36 PM	#15
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy I agree with Brian, the Punch Rare Corojo was one of my faves when I started smoking regular. Sancho Panza's are excellent smokes. Maduro and Extra Fuerte are both awesome. I don't think they get panned as much as they get no talk. Litto Gomex Diez seems to get no stroke at all. You and I have had this discussion, Toddster. Not the La Flor Dominicana line, they do get some talk. But I truly feel that the LGD line is far and away superior to any of the LFD stuff. I can't think of anything I smoke that gets bagged on. Gurkha, I suppose. I used to like the Nepalese Warrior and one other, can't remember what it is right now. Wasn't the Doble Maduro, they were awful. Someone will mention it, I've heard a number of guys say they weren't a bad smoke. I looked to try to find the name of them, they must be discontinued. __________________

09-08-2014, 10:17 PM	#17
jhedrick83 GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2013 First Name: Jesse Location: Knoxville Posts: 402 Trading: (0)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy Rocky Patel Olde World Maduro Toros. Rocky gets a lot of hate (rightfully so sometimes) but I love these!

09-08-2014, 06:07 PM	#18
WhiteMamba I'm scared of Neil. Join Date: Mar 2014 First Name: Michael Location: Catawba, NC Posts: 2,135 Trading: (28)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy I like a lot of different connies. They get panned on here by a lot of guys. My favorite is RP 99 but they're not exactly cheap but they can be found for around $3 if you look in the right place. __________________ Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Romans 12:10

09-08-2014, 07:25 PM	#19
usafvet509 Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jul 2014 First Name: Trent Location: El Dorado Springs, MO Posts: 17 Trading: (0)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy 5 Vegas Gold Maduro, I read a lot of bad about 'em, but I like them. Also, I seem to really like Hondurans (HDM, Punch, Camacho, CAO)

09-08-2014, 07:52 PM	#20
TJtorpedo Feeling at Home Join Date: Feb 2012 First Name: Tim Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 600 Trading: (4)	Re: Panned cigars you enjoy A few that I like to keep around are: 5 Vegas Cask Strength J. Fuego Origen and Origen Maduro Pinar del Rio Oscuro I don't think any of the above are frowned upon or panned per se, but they are solid cheapies that I enjoy. The PDRs in particular, since they can be had all day long for under $2 a stick. __________________ Last edited by TJtorpedo; 09-08-2014 at 07:53 PM. Reason: damn auto correct!