House Blends

bishjd123 · 01-29-2011, 10:43 AM

I'm interested in trying some new things and maybe uncovering some hidden gems. Are there any house blends that are worth seeking out?

Dunkel · 01-29-2011, 10:48 AM

Famous Signature Rocky Patel, Vudu and Patel Brothers Next Generation are all solid smokes.

bishjd123 · 01-29-2011, 01:18 PM

I agree those are good smokes, but I don't know that I'd consider them house blends since you can get those at a few places. I'm thinking more along the lines of a blend made for a specific shop, but not like the SODO or Anarchy. Something like a shop signature smoke or custom roll.

01-29-2011, 01:20 PM

The store I work at makes a excellent house blend, the roller has been doing his thing for about 28 years and has worked for alot of different companys, but i would love to try a few other house blends as well.

boonedoggle · 01-29-2011, 01:24 PM

Famous Private Selection Garcia blend are really nice. Had one earlier today. Also, probably my favorite right now is the Tat Verocu No. 9 exclusive from Holts. Smoking that right now! Coincidence?! I think not!

Bruzee · 01-29-2011, 01:34 PM

Cuban Cigar Factory in San Diego. They do mail orders over the phone. Rolled in house and several tasty sticks to choose from. I really enjoyed them.

CasaDooley · 01-29-2011, 01:36 PM

Holts "Old Henry", "Little Havana Overruns" and "Holt's Connoisseur Selection" are some that come to mind. Not bad if you are a fan of Don Pepin Garcia made or blended cigars.

Dukeuni · 01-29-2011, 01:50 PM

Casa Fuente all the way! Of course, you can only get them at the Casa Fuente shop in Vegas, and they do not ship, so it does make it difficult. I can't wait for my trip in June to pick-up some more Lanceros!

01-30-2011, 10:42 AM

Famous Nic 3000's are pretty good with about a year of age on them. Construction is also excellent for the under $3/stick price point also.

JJG · 01-30-2011, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Dukeuni

Casa Fuente all the way! Of course, you can only get them at the Casa Fuente shop in Vegas, and they do not ship, so it does make it difficult. I can't wait for my trip in June to pick-up some more Lanceros!

If you don't mind paying top dollar, these are fantastic. I especially love the corona gorda. little pricey though at around $17 ea. worth it in my opinion, but I'm also a Fuente nut.

T.G · 01-30-2011, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Dukeuni

Casa Fuente all the way! Of course, you can only get them at the Casa Fuente shop in Vegas, and they do not ship, so it does make it difficult. I can't wait for my trip in June to pick-up some more Lanceros!

Cigars Direct has been selling them over the internet for a few years now, although they don't cary all the vitolas.

emopunker2004 · 01-30-2011, 10:09 PM

Anyone try the house cigars from cigar.com? priced to move but a lil hesitant to try them

T.G · 01-30-2011, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by emopunker2004

Anyone try the house cigars from cigar.com? priced to move but a lil hesitant to try them

I've had some of them and while not always the most dynamic or complex, I wouldn't call them bad cigars.

For 18 bucks, you can get a sampler of 8 cigars, just go for it and see for yourself, you might just find a cigar that you like.

MarkinAZ · 01-30-2011, 10:32 PM

Hey Jeff,

One of my local B&M' makes a number of rolled cigars on premise in Stevenson Ranch and their Thousand Oaks, CA store. The one that I've enjoyed has been their Connecticut Robusto (5x52). Smooth, creamy, a little nutty, and generous amounts of smoke

The Smoke Zone
25886 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
661-284-1298

You can speak to Leon or Zak who could help you out. This particular cigar goes for $5.99 + 9.75% CA Sales Tax.

emopunker2004 · 01-30-2011, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

I've had some of them and while not always the most dynamic or complex, I wouldn't call them bad cigars.

For 18 bucks, you can get a sampler of 8 cigars, just go for it and see for yourself, you might just find a cigar that you like.

Thanks T.G. much appreciated

pinotguy · 01-31-2011, 08:07 AM

I'd definitely recommend the Habana Leon and Hirsh Y Garcia from Cigar King/Phatash in AZ. These are House Blends made for these two B&M's by Pepin. I'd consider both of these among the Don's best.

He made something like five others for them as well and you can still get four of these, but once those are gone - that'll be it for them. The HL and H y G are the two blends that survived and I believe are Miami-made.

papajohn67 · 01-31-2011, 08:16 AM

For everyday smokes I like the RP Velvet from Holt's & the Alec Bradley Sun Grown from Famous.

wayner123 · 01-31-2011, 09:26 AM

Corona Cigar Co. in Orlando FL has some very good house blends. They have a Dominican Salomon that is very good. They also have a few of theirs that are by Tabacalera Tropical.

bishjd123 · 01-31-2011, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkinCA

Hey Jeff,

One of my local B&M' makes a number of rolled cigars on premise in Stevenson Ranch and their Thousand Oaks, CA store. The one that I've enjoyed has been their Connecticut Robusto (5x52). Smooth, creamy, a little nutty, and generous amounts of smoke

The Smoke Zone
25886 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
661-284-1298

You can speak to Leon or Zak who could help you out. This particular cigar goes for $5.99 + 9.75% CA Sales Tax.

Thanks for the info. My B&M doesn't carry any custom rolls or house blends and I was just looking to branch out a little bit.

danreeve · 01-31-2011, 03:37 PM

new havana EL #2s are awesome http://www.newhavanacigars.com/New_H...-el2-5pack.htm

here's my old review also if you're interested http://crookedburn.blogspot.com/2010...ouse-el-2.html

Dan

01-29-2011, 10:43 AM	#1
bishjd123 Have a Smoke and a Smile Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 196 Trading: (16)	House Blends I'm interested in trying some new things and maybe uncovering some hidden gems. Are there any house blends that are worth seeking out?

01-29-2011, 01:18 PM	#3
bishjd123 Have a Smoke and a Smile Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 196 Trading: (16)	Re: House Blends I agree those are good smokes, but I don't know that I'd consider them house blends since you can get those at a few places. I'm thinking more along the lines of a blend made for a specific shop, but not like the SODO or Anarchy. Something like a shop signature smoke or custom roll.

01-29-2011, 01:20 PM	#4
WRMartinLbkTx Guest Posts: n/a	Re: House Blends The store I work at makes a excellent house blend, the roller has been doing his thing for about 28 years and has worked for alot of different companys, but i would love to try a few other house blends as well.

01-29-2011, 01:24 PM	#5
boonedoggle The Search is ON Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jimmy Location: CHARLESTON, SC Posts: 631 Trading: (19)	Re: House Blends Famous Private Selection Garcia blend are really nice. Had one earlier today. Also, probably my favorite right now is the Tat Verocu No. 9 exclusive from Holts. Smoking that right now! Coincidence?! I think not! __________________ Dr. Hibbard: Is that the love of a man for a woman, or the love of a man for a fine Cuban cigar? (chuckles

01-29-2011, 01:34 PM	#6
Bruzee Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: D Location: San Diego Posts: 1,508 Trading: (30)	Re: House Blends Cuban Cigar Factory in San Diego. They do mail orders over the phone. Rolled in house and several tasty sticks to choose from. I really enjoyed them. __________________

01-29-2011, 10:48 AM	#2
Dunkel Maduro & Oscuro Whore-O Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Doug Location: West by God Virginia Posts: 2,232 Trading: (75)	Re: House Blends Famous Signature Rocky Patel, Vudu and Patel Brothers Next Generation are all solid smokes. __________________ Blue Label,Any Filipe Gregorio,Acid,Don Elias,El Mejor Espresso,Tierra del Sol

01-29-2011, 01:36 PM	#7
CasaDooley Herf Crew of 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: The birthplace of Fathers Day Posts: 2,465 Trading: (41)	Re: House Blends Holts "Old Henry", "Little Havana Overruns" and "Holt's Connoisseur Selection" are some that come to mind. Not bad if you are a fan of Don Pepin Garcia made or blended cigars. __________________ *Founding member of the Lilac City Dedicated Herfers*

01-29-2011, 01:50 PM	#8
Dukeuni RIP CS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Fields of rolling wheat Posts: 509 Trading: (32)	Re: House Blends Casa Fuente all the way! Of course, you can only get them at the Casa Fuente shop in Vegas, and they do not ship, so it does make it difficult. I can't wait for my trip in June to pick-up some more Lanceros!

01-30-2011, 10:42 AM	#9
Brad Guest Posts: n/a	Re: House Blends Famous Nic 3000's are pretty good with about a year of age on them. Construction is also excellent for the under $3/stick price point also.

01-30-2011, 10:09 PM	#12
emopunker2004 Central Fla rollin Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Justin Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 6,171 Trading: (46)	Re: House Blends Anyone try the house cigars from cigar.com? priced to move but a lil hesitant to try them

01-30-2011, 10:32 PM	#14
MarkinAZ Formerly MarkinOR Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Sun City West, AZ Posts: 6,221 Trading: (40)	Re: House Blends Hey Jeff, One of my local B&M' makes a number of rolled cigars on premise in Stevenson Ranch and their Thousand Oaks, CA store. The one that I've enjoyed has been their Connecticut Robusto (5x52). Smooth, creamy, a little nutty, and generous amounts of smoke The Smoke Zone 25886 The Old Road Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381 661-284-1298 You can speak to Leon or Zak who could help you out. This particular cigar goes for $5.99 + 9.75% CA Sales Tax. __________________ "Don't worry, God will work out His plan for your life..." Psalm 138 8

01-31-2011, 08:07 AM	#16
pinotguy Still Watching My Back Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 200 Trading: (13)	Re: House Blends I'd definitely recommend the Habana Leon and Hirsh Y Garcia from Cigar King/Phatash in AZ. These are House Blends made for these two B&M's by Pepin. I'd consider both of these among the Don's best. He made something like five others for them as well and you can still get four of these, but once those are gone - that'll be it for them. The HL and H y G are the two blends that survived and I believe are Miami-made.

01-31-2011, 08:16 AM	#17
papajohn67 Reprobate From The 101st Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 911 Trading: (62)	Re: House Blends For everyday smokes I like the RP Velvet from Holt's & the Alec Bradley Sun Grown from Famous.

01-31-2011, 09:26 AM	#18
wayner123 Country Gentleman Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 2,351 Trading: (159)	Re: House Blends Corona Cigar Co. in Orlando FL has some very good house blends. They have a Dominican Salomon that is very good. They also have a few of theirs that are by Tabacalera Tropical. __________________ 'It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife; But every fool will be quarrelling.'

01-31-2011, 03:37 PM	#20
danreeve Feeling at Home Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Dan Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 733 Trading: (2)	Re: House Blends new havana EL #2s are awesome http://www.newhavanacigars.com/New_H...-el2-5pack.htm here's my old review also if you're interested http://crookedburn.blogspot.com/2010...ouse-el-2.html Dan __________________ http://cigarpress.com/