opinion on budget smoke decision

01-31-2009, 10:15 AM

After a downturn my economy,I was looking at some budget bundles and have narrowed it down to flor de oliva corojo,or maduro, or maybe la floridita bundles anyone had these before?looking for opinions,as my taste profile leans towards pepin,padron....thanx

md4958 · 01-31-2009, 10:17 AM

ive had the flor de oliva maddies, gold, and naturals. They are a pretty decent stick. I prefer the petit belicoso.

never tried the floridita

taltos · 01-31-2009, 10:25 AM

Look at the GR Specials also, made by the folks who make Gran Habanos.

Tio Gato · 01-31-2009, 10:32 AM

The Olivas are a good choice.
Check the Devil site, CigarBid.com
You'll find some great deals there on budget smokes. Flor de Oliva are usually offered frequently. Just be sure to check the regular price at Cigars International before bidding, you don't want to pay extra.

You may be able to find a more expensive favorite of yours at a good price. I'm often able to buy a fiver of a good cigar for less than the price of two at retail. Check the samplers also, sometimes you can get a 20 cigar brand sampler for about a dollar a cigar.

Be cautious though, it's really easy to get addicted to bidding.

Homebrewer · 01-31-2009, 11:01 AM

If the Famous Nic 3000s are considered a "bundle" I would get those. They are great IMO.

01-31-2009, 11:12 AM

Tatuaje series P are great smokes for a cheap price. According to this video review http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJABxg2bX0U you can pick up a box of 31 for 70$ from Atlantic cigars if you call (i have not verified though). I bought 3 boxes from tex cigars at ~100 a piece and at a little over 3 bucks a cigar they are great.

Tim D. · 01-31-2009, 11:44 AM

As an everyday cigar, I've always liked Consuegras from jrcigars.com (my favorite is the Governor #16 maduros at $27 for a bundle of 25). If you like a slightly milder smoke, the Plasencia Opulencia (also from JRs) are excellent IMHO and are only $49 for a box on 20. They are glass tubed and come in a very ornate box.

replicant_argent · 01-31-2009, 11:44 AM

Hard to narrow down unless you have tried them, no?
I would suggest you try and grab a sample of each and smoke them side by side to see what you want out of them, a well spent few dollars.

smokin5 · 01-31-2009, 11:46 AM

I've not had the Flor de Olivas, so can't say.
The La Floriditas are 'just OK', nothing special.

If you like the fuller smokes, though, you might consider either
5 Vegas Series 'A' (I get 'em on CigarBid for $1.50-$1.70@ after factoring in shipping) Or

Diablos (Can get the Robustos for $40 plus shipping for a box/25 or the Petite Coronas $50 for box/40 right now, and they're often on sale for Buy 1 Get 1 at $80 - this is a Famous Smoke exclusive) Or

Fumadores, if you like Pepins (a Holts exclusive made by Pepin, usually about $42 a box/20, often on sale for $30 a box/20, plus shipping) Or

La Vieja Habana Fumas (Cameroons are my favorite, but they also come in Corojo, can get them in various sizes for about $1.50-$1.60@ on Cigarbid)

PM me & I'll send you a couple of each.

01-31-2009, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by fuubar

Tatuaje series P are great smokes for a cheap price. According to this video review http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJABxg2bX0U you can pick up a box of 31 for 70$ from Atlantic cigars if you call (i have not verified though). I bought 3 boxes from tex cigars at ~100 a piece and at a little over 3 bucks a cigar they are great.

If anyone does this or calls them, let us know how it goes, because that review is almost 2 years old. It's actually for the StogieReview: http://www.stogiereview.com/2007/02/...uaje-series-p/

Kreth · 01-31-2009, 01:10 PM

I really like the Sancho Panza Double Maduro La Manchas (similar in size to a corona). You can pick up a box of these for about $35 from CI. Perdomo Slow Aged Lot 826 can be had pretty cheap for a bundle of 20, too.

Pat1075 · 01-31-2009, 01:10 PM

CFO #7 good smoke. And if you factor in the 75 cent price tag per stick great smoke. I'll echo the SP double Maduros as well I like the alicante personally I think it tastes relatively close to a padron.

BlackIrish · 01-31-2009, 02:55 PM

Over on JR you can find the Genuine Counterfeit Cuban Edicion Limitada (make sure to go with the EL). Don't dwell on the "genuine counterfeit cuban" gimmick, and you'll find yourself an excellent cigar. They come in cabs of 40 or 50, at about $1.50 per stick.

Also agree with other recommendations re SP - I like the Extra Fuerte as well as the double maduro - and to explore options on CBid, if you can avoid the addiction.

Good luck, and hope things turn up for you soon.
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md4958 · 01-31-2009, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackIrish

Over on JR you can find the Genuine Counterfeit Cuban Edicion Limitada (make sure to go with the EL). Don't dwell on the "genuine counterfeit cuban" gimmick, and you'll find yourself an excellent cigar. They come in cabs of 40 or 50, at about $1.50 per stick.

Im with Eddie on these... they are great for the price

Homebrewer · 01-31-2009, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackIrish

Over on JR you can find the Genuine Counterfeit Cuban Edicion Limitada (make sure to go with the EL). Don't dwell on the "genuine counterfeit cuban" gimmick, and you'll find yourself an excellent cigar. They come in cabs of 40 or 50, at about $1.50 per stick.
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Hmm. I did a quick search and couldn't find the EL.

BlackIrish · 01-31-2009, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Homebrewer

Hmm. I did a quick search and couldn't find the EL.

Here's the link: http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?pa...ION%20LIMITADA

Checked, and they come in cabs of 40. You can pick them up on the JR Auction pages for less than the retail price -- often in the $50-60 range.

shilala · 01-31-2009, 09:25 PM

Sancho Panza Double Maduro, Extra Fuerte, and Esteban Carrera Maduro and Corojos are stellar cheap sticks.
There's tons more out there, too.
Tampa Sweethearts are another excellent cheap smoke.

BlackIrish · 01-31-2009, 09:29 PM

By the way, Henry Clay Hondurans are very good cigars, too, and although not a bundle, a good value.

Starscream · 01-31-2009, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

Hard to narrow down unless you have tried them, no?
I would suggest you try and grab a sample of each and smoke them side by side to see what you want out of them, a well spent few dollars.

Quote:

Originally Posted by shilala

Sancho Panza Double Maduro, Extra Fuerte, and Esteban Carrera Maduro and Corojos are stellar cheap sticks.

01-31-2009, 10:17 PM

Tagging this so I can reference for myself when I start buying regularly

01-31-2009, 10:17 AM	#2
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision ive had the flor de oliva maddies, gold, and naturals. They are a pretty decent stick. I prefer the petit belicoso. never tried the floridita __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.

01-31-2009, 10:25 AM	#3
taltos Really, really old Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: Saugus, MA Posts: 2,486 Trading: (3)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision Look at the GR Specials also, made by the folks who make Gran Habanos.

01-31-2009, 10:32 AM	#4
Tio Gato Uncle Kitty Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 2,075 Trading: (11)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision The Olivas are a good choice. Check the Devil site, CigarBid.com You'll find some great deals there on budget smokes. Flor de Oliva are usually offered frequently. Just be sure to check the regular price at Cigars International before bidding, you don't want to pay extra. You may be able to find a more expensive favorite of yours at a good price. I'm often able to buy a fiver of a good cigar for less than the price of two at retail. Check the samplers also, sometimes you can get a 20 cigar brand sampler for about a dollar a cigar. Be cautious though, it's really easy to get addicted to bidding. __________________ "You stink like cigars Uncle Kitty!" Said my Boo age 3. "Kid, take care of your family and the hell with anyone else" My Grandpa Bubba.

01-31-2009, 11:01 AM	#5
Homebrewer Love'm Tatuaje Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 158 Trading: (9)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision If the Famous Nic 3000s are considered a "bundle" I would get those. They are great IMO.

01-31-2009, 11:12 AM	#6
fuubar Guest Posts: n/a	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision Tatuaje series P are great smokes for a cheap price. According to this video review http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJABxg2bX0U you can pick up a box of 31 for 70$ from Atlantic cigars if you call (i have not verified though). I bought 3 boxes from tex cigars at ~100 a piece and at a little over 3 bucks a cigar they are great.

01-31-2009, 10:15 AM	#1
beamish Guest Posts: n/a	opinion on budget smoke decision After a downturn my economy,I was looking at some budget bundles and have narrowed it down to flor de oliva corojo,or maduro, or maybe la floridita bundles anyone had these before?looking for opinions,as my taste profile leans towards pepin,padron....thanx

01-31-2009, 11:44 AM	#7
Tim D. Still a gorilla at heart Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Maryland Posts: 47 Trading: (2)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision As an everyday cigar, I've always liked Consuegras from jrcigars.com (my favorite is the Governor #16 maduros at $27 for a bundle of 25). If you like a slightly milder smoke, the Plasencia Opulencia (also from JRs) are excellent IMHO and are only $49 for a box on 20. They are glass tubed and come in a very ornate box.

01-31-2009, 11:44 AM	#8
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision Hard to narrow down unless you have tried them, no? I would suggest you try and grab a sample of each and smoke them side by side to see what you want out of them, a well spent few dollars. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

01-31-2009, 11:46 AM	#9
smokin5 Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the Mountaintop - AZ Posts: 2,002 Trading: (69)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision I've not had the Flor de Olivas, so can't say. The La Floriditas are 'just OK', nothing special. If you like the fuller smokes, though, you might consider either 5 Vegas Series 'A' (I get 'em on CigarBid for $1.50-$1.70@ after factoring in shipping) Or Diablos (Can get the Robustos for $40 plus shipping for a box/25 or the Petite Coronas $50 for box/40 right now, and they're often on sale for Buy 1 Get 1 at $80 - this is a Famous Smoke exclusive) Or Fumadores, if you like Pepins (a Holts exclusive made by Pepin, usually about $42 a box/20, often on sale for $30 a box/20, plus shipping) Or La Vieja Habana Fumas (Cameroons are my favorite, but they also come in Corojo, can get them in various sizes for about $1.50-$1.60@ on Cigarbid) PM me & I'll send you a couple of each. __________________ Pobody's Nerfect.

01-31-2009, 01:10 PM	#11
Kreth Ronin smoker Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Oneonta, NY Posts: 3,620 Trading: (14)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision I really like the Sancho Panza Double Maduro La Manchas (similar in size to a corona). You can pick up a box of these for about $35 from CI. Perdomo Slow Aged Lot 826 can be had pretty cheap for a bundle of 20, too.

01-31-2009, 01:10 PM	#12
Pat1075 Feeling at Home Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Patrick Location: Lakewood, OH Posts: 755 Trading: (11)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision CFO #7 good smoke. And if you factor in the 75 cent price tag per stick great smoke. I'll echo the SP double Maduros as well I like the alicante personally I think it tastes relatively close to a padron.

01-31-2009, 02:55 PM	#13
BlackIrish MassHole Militia Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Eddie Location: Bunker Hill Posts: 1,395 Trading: (55)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision Over on JR you can find the Genuine Counterfeit Cuban Edicion Limitada (make sure to go with the EL). Don't dwell on the "genuine counterfeit cuban" gimmick, and you'll find yourself an excellent cigar. They come in cabs of 40 or 50, at about $1.50 per stick. Also agree with other recommendations re SP - I like the Extra Fuerte as well as the double maduro - and to explore options on CBid, if you can avoid the addiction. Good luck, and hope things turn up for you soon. Posted via Mobile Device

01-31-2009, 09:25 PM	#17
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision Sancho Panza Double Maduro, Extra Fuerte, and Esteban Carrera Maduro and Corojos are stellar cheap sticks. There's tons more out there, too. Tampa Sweethearts are another excellent cheap smoke. __________________

01-31-2009, 09:29 PM	#18
BlackIrish MassHole Militia Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Eddie Location: Bunker Hill Posts: 1,395 Trading: (55)	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision By the way, Henry Clay Hondurans are very good cigars, too, and although not a bundle, a good value. __________________

01-31-2009, 10:17 PM	#20
mi2az Guest Posts: n/a	Re: opinion on budget smoke decision Tagging this so I can reference for myself when I start buying regularly