Well there is nicotine. You get that head rush similar to a cigarette... some would call it dizziness.
Take it slow. Too much and you will be sick. I have overdone it and turned green. Not fun.
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Well there is nicotine. You get that head rush similar to a cigarette... some would call it dizziness.
Take it slow. Too much and you will be sick. I have overdone it and turned green. Not fun.
Arturo Fuente 858 Natural or Macanudo Estate Reserve or Perdomo 10th Anniversary Champagne
what do people think about Cubans vs. Nicaragua and other cigars out there? As a Canadian Cubans are readily available but on the expensive side. I kind of feel like there is undue hype around Cubans.
I understand this is all subjective but interested to hear what others feel/think.
I understand this is all subjective but interested to hear what others feel/think.
Kyle
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I think they are overrated also based on price and hype. I do like them but I like cigars and there aren't many I do not like.
to clarify...I have smoked Cubans and I like them. I am wondering if they are significantly better than other house cigars or cigars from other countries.
My feeling is that they are all similar but that could also be cause I am a noob and don't taste the difference.
I find that Cubans have a unique spice to them that I’ve not found in non-Cubans. I believe there are more mild-medium blends on the Cuban side than from other offerings. I like a stronger cigar so I tend to choose non Cuban cigars more often. I do have a good number of Cubans and they do age very well. At the first end of the day - smoke what you like and like what you smoke.
As Lemon has suggested - do not, under any circumstance, smoke a cigar on an empty stomach. You’ll get what I call ‘bubble gut’ and it will totally ruin your experience. Pick a smaller cigar first as the nicotine could really hit you (or not). Take the time to slowly puff - once a minute or two and slowly exhale. Relax and enjoy!
Kyle
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I do not think the Cubans are that much better then other cigars from other countries. I have had a few $150 Cuban cigars that were given to me, liked them but I don't see myself buying them on a regular basis based on the high price. I too could be a noob on the higher cost Cubans just because I do not smoke them much based on availability and cost.
I’ll take an Opus X or Estate Sun Grown over any similar priced Cuban. No question.
Kyle
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Those are great Cigars and I would pay the higher cost to smoke those for sure.
On the flip side - there are a lot of Cubans I really enjoy. Partagas Series D #4 is a sub $10 stick that I very much like. I also like some of the regional offerings and try to pick up a box when I travel. It helps me ‘go back’ when I choose to smoke an Italian regional or one from France.
Cubans also have a lot of smaller offerings - small ring gauge and quicker smokes. Also the unavailability in the US gives them a little more allure. IMO.
It’s also good to point out - there are more fake Cubans sold than there are real ones. If you’re on vacation anywhere in Mexico, the Caribbean or similar destinations - you’re buying fake sticks if you aren’t shopping at a LCDH. Buyer beware.
Cubans also have a lot of smaller offerings - small ring gauge and quicker smokes. Also the unavailability in the US gives them a little more allure. IMO.
It’s also good to point out - there are more fake Cubans sold than there are real ones. If you’re on vacation anywhere in Mexico, the Caribbean or similar destinations - you’re buying fake sticks if you aren’t shopping at a LCDH. Buyer beware.
RowdyRawhide
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Just finished cleaning for my nephews graduation party we are hosting tomorrow. Gonna have a Tabak Especial not my usual but sounded good tonight. Probably have a LP #9 or T52 tomorrow night
RowdyRawhide
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A little Balvenie Doublewood and a L.P. T52 tonight
Slick51o
Pair
That's good advice. I never really like cigars until a few years ago when I got dragged to a shop. The shop owner picked out a mild cigar for me and I really enjoyed it. I believe it was an Avo Classic. Then I just kept talking to him and let him know what I liked and what I didn't and he kept making recommendations whenever I went in. I prefer a medium to full cigar now (especially with a maduro wrapper), but I built up to that.
I think the other factor was being older and willing to spend a little bit of money instead of just buying the cheapest thing in the store
Kyle
Full House
Well what the hell. Decided to go to the local cigar shop and treat myself.
A nice Fuente Opusx Res D'Chateau. $20 a stick. Can't complain.
Fuckin' Awesome Cigar!
A nice Fuente Opusx Res D'Chateau. $20 a stick. Can't complain.
Fuckin' Awesome Cigar!
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AceFour
Two Pair
Ahhhh there is Jax!
Yeah it is the same with wine. Most of my friends don't like wine but that is because every time they buy wine or go to some low brow party the host buys Naked Grape or some other super cheap wine.
In the US you can still buy good wine for 10-15 however in Canada you really need to spend 20-25 to get a decent bottle. The sad thing is we have some amazing wine here in BC that IMHO rivals anywhere else in the world.
RowdyRawhide
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Having a T52 tonight and some rye with orange bitters
My view tonight ( the pic doesn't do it justice)
My view tonight ( the pic doesn't do it justice)
Kyle
Full House
A nice Zino Platinum Double Grande this nice morning. Had this in my humidor for the last 6 years or so. Great cigar.
Down to the nub. Excellent!
Down to the nub. Excellent!
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Kyle
Full House
Hell another afternoon smoke. A Rocky Patel 10th Anniversary Decade. Decent cigar.
AceFour
Two Pair
ahhh man, sorry I just saw this message. They do tend to close at 10pm but you can always hang out on the front or back porch after they close up. Many do. The super late night is Thursday night due to the poker tournament. Usually doesn't close up until midnight.
No worries. Turned out I didn't get to leave early enough to get there. I'll keep in mind for next time.
Love the Decade - tastes like a snickers bar.
Kyle
Full House
A Rocky Patel Fifteenth Anniversary Cigar on my deck. Getting ready for tonight's game outside.
Pretty nice.
Pretty nice.
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