First smoke inside

02-06-2010, 12:32 PM

I started smoking cigars about 2 months ago and have only smoked outside while walking the dog in 15-38 degree weather. I have tried a lot of cigars in samplers and have really developed a taste for Padrons. I bought everything on the internet but recently passed a B&M and decided to check it out. Real nice place and they let you smoke and drink. Been meaning to go there for a while and finally convince a few co-workers to go after work on Fri night.

I wanted to smoke a 1926 ann but to my surprise they only had 3000 series. I did notice they had some Tatuaje brown label Cojonu 2003 for $17.99. They charge a lot more than I could buy them for on the internet but feel it is still extremely cheap considering we get to smoke them in a really nice lounge while sipping scotch. A priveledge well worth a small mark up on the gars.

Much more relaxing than smoking while being pulled down the street by an 80 pound dog in freezing weather. I am convinced the new atmosphere helped the taste of the cigar.

I never had a tat before but have read quite a few great reviews. Wow this was the most distinct flavor I have tasted yet. It was delicious and tasted like no other cigar. Padron are my favorite but are just a smooth refined version of other cigars IMHO. The Tat has a real unique flavor that I could not get enough of.

Unfortunately it was a lot like eating icing without the cake. At first it is delicious and you cannot get enough. About halfway through the sweet taste became over whelming and I was wishing for more of the less sweet cigar taste you would find in a Padron.

Regardless I think it was a very unique and excellent cigar. For me I think it would be perfect in a smaller size. Definitely give one a try.

I will be spending more time at my local B&M. Everyone that walked in was immediately involved and welcomed into our conversation. It is like it was assumed we all smoke cigars so we are already friends. Very comfortable environment.

acruce · 02-06-2010, 12:41 PM

Smoking in a relaxing atmosphere will really enhance the flavors of a nice cigar. Glad enjoyed it

icehog3 · 02-06-2010, 01:01 PM

Cigar smokers are generally great people in my experience....glad your first experience was a good one too.

Razorhog · 02-06-2010, 01:14 PM

Sounds great. Wish there was a b&m near me! Enjoy it.

NCRadioMan · 02-06-2010, 01:17 PM

Never heard anyone describe a Tat Cojonu as sweet.

02-06-2010, 12:32 PM	#1
Trouble Guest Posts: n/a	First smoke inside I started smoking cigars about 2 months ago and have only smoked outside while walking the dog in 15-38 degree weather. I have tried a lot of cigars in samplers and have really developed a taste for Padrons. I bought everything on the internet but recently passed a B&M and decided to check it out. Real nice place and they let you smoke and drink. Been meaning to go there for a while and finally convince a few co-workers to go after work on Fri night. I wanted to smoke a 1926 ann but to my surprise they only had 3000 series. I did notice they had some Tatuaje brown label Cojonu 2003 for $17.99. They charge a lot more than I could buy them for on the internet but feel it is still extremely cheap considering we get to smoke them in a really nice lounge while sipping scotch. A priveledge well worth a small mark up on the gars. Much more relaxing than smoking while being pulled down the street by an 80 pound dog in freezing weather. I am convinced the new atmosphere helped the taste of the cigar. I never had a tat before but have read quite a few great reviews. Wow this was the most distinct flavor I have tasted yet. It was delicious and tasted like no other cigar. Padron are my favorite but are just a smooth refined version of other cigars IMHO. The Tat has a real unique flavor that I could not get enough of. Unfortunately it was a lot like eating icing without the cake. At first it is delicious and you cannot get enough. About halfway through the sweet taste became over whelming and I was wishing for more of the less sweet cigar taste you would find in a Padron. Regardless I think it was a very unique and excellent cigar. For me I think it would be perfect in a smaller size. Definitely give one a try. I will be spending more time at my local B&M. Everyone that walked in was immediately involved and welcomed into our conversation. It is like it was assumed we all smoke cigars so we are already friends. Very comfortable environment.

02-06-2010, 12:41 PM	#2
acruce Just killing Time Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: Venus TX Posts: 1,114 Trading: (1)	Re: First smoke inside Smoking in a relaxing atmosphere will really enhance the flavors of a nice cigar. Glad enjoyed it __________________ LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST~SMOKE AS MANY FINE CIGARS AS POSSIBLE ~ SMILE ~ IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD!!

02-06-2010, 01:01 PM	#3
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,440 Trading: (60)	Re: First smoke inside Cigar smokers are generally great people in my experience....glad your first experience was a good one too. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

02-06-2010, 01:14 PM	#4
Razorhog Feeling at Home Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: Beau Location: NE Arkansas Posts: 600 Trading: (4)	Re: First smoke inside Sounds great. Wish there was a b&m near me! Enjoy it.

02-06-2010, 01:17 PM	#5
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,277 Trading: (66)	Re: First smoke inside Never heard anyone describe a Tat Cojonu as sweet. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.