Recommend a Good Cigar.

[Effigy]

I used to enjoy the occasional cigar, and still like the aroma of cigar smoke (and pipe smoke, come to that).

What are the favourite brands amongst you fine Gents, and what would you recommend for a special occasion.

And please nothing in the realms of Expensive Fantasy, you know "...hand picked by the light of the moon, and rolled on the thighs of an 18 year old virgin, before being packed in dodo feathers, and all this for $750,000 each" :biggrin:

[Jim]

I used to enjoy the occasional cigar, and still like the aroma of cigar smoke (and pipe smoke, come to that).

What are the favourite brands amongst you fine Gents, and what would you recommend for a special occasion.

And please nothing in the realms of Expensive Fantasy, you know "...hand picked by the light of the moon, and rolled on the thighs of an 18 year old virgin, before being packed in dodo feathers, and all this for $750,000 each" :biggrin:


Taste, price point and if you want a box or a single make this question awfully hard too answer , a trip to a local tobacconist is always a good bet.

[puros_bran]

low dollar = Padron 2000 maduro 2-4 bucks
mid range= CAO Brazilia Gol 4-6 bucks
High Range= I seem to skip striaght to the 26
Super Premium= padron serie 1926 (anysize) 10-25 bucks

Just my .02

[Amyn]

Rocky Patel Vintage

1990 Robusto
1990 Torpedo

I enjoy the ocassional indulgence. I have tried both cigars. both were Medium bodied, very smooth on the palate with very complex and rich flavors.

seems like you are on the other side of the pond (I assume based on you spelling of "favourite"). You have access to Cubans which we in the US have been deprived off for so long

Castro may almost be kicking the bucket soon so things may change.

Do try one of those cubans..

[HlSheppard]

low dollar = Padron 2000 maduro 2-4 bucks
mid range= CAO Brazilia Gol 4-6 bucks
High Range= I seem to skip striaght to the 26
Super Premium= padron serie 1926 (anysize) 10-25 bucks

Just my .02

+1 on these choices. EXCELLENT sticks, all!

[ouch]

Hard to go wrong on any Padron, especially the anniversarios.

If you need something with more name recognition (and assuming you are talking about a non-Cuban) several of the top Arturo Fuentes will suffice. Try an Opus X if you can find one.

You can also get terrific cigars from Montecristo, Punch, Partagas, Hoyo de Monterrey, Rey del Mundo, Dunhill, Macanudo, H. Upmann, La Gloria Cuban, well, you get the point.:tongue_sm

[Effigy]

Seems like you are on the other side of the pond (I assume based on you spelling of "favourite"). You have access to Cubans which we in the US have been deprived off for so long

Castro may almost be kicking the bucket soon so things may change.

Do try one of those cubans..


I don't know...... somehow, the idea of sucking on a big fat cuban:eek:

:biggrin:


BTW, You are correct, I am the right side of the Pond...:biggrin:

[ouch]

I don't know...... somehow, the idea of sucking on a big fat cuban:eek:

:biggrin:


BTW, You are correct, I am the right side of the Pond...:biggrin:

Say hello to Gwyneth for me.

[Padron]

Well,

Of course I have to say Padron's, but I also really enjoy most of the Fuentes cigars the Hemmimgway has always been good to me...

An Opus X is always a nice treat..:smile:

Gotta love the cubans though.

[Padron]

Hard to go wrong on any Padron, especially the anniversarios.

If you need something with more name recognition (and assuming you are talking about a non-Cuban) several of the top Arturo Fuentes will suffice. Try an Opus X if you can find one.

You can also get terrific cigars from Montecristo, Punch, Partagas, Hoyo de Monterrey, Rey del Mundo, Dunhill, Macanudo, H. Upmann, La Gloria Cuban, well, you get the point.:tongue_sm

Excellent recommendations :smile:

[MacArthur Mike]

Davidoff Platinum Series
Montecristo No. 1

Low price cigar that stands up to higher priced ones: Astral. Give em a try.

I also agree with the Padron selections posted, however they are a more full bodies smoke. If you like milder go with the Davidoffs or the Montes.

Happy smoking.

[BigDawgBarkin]

I too find most of the Fuente cigars to be really nice. I really like the Flor Fina 8-5-8, Double Chateau Fuente and of course the Opus X.

The Gispert Maduro is also nice.

BDB

[boboakalfb]

You have recieved a lot of good recommendations...I will agree with Jim that a trip to the local tobacconist might be a good idea to help you select a few.

[puros_bran]

Crap I forgot the 8-5-8 super excellent stick in the midrange, of course I was just giving him one from each range. Another good brand among those not listed yet is Gurkha.They make everything from extremely mild to full bodied. Have yet to have a bad one.
I'm going to get lynched for saying this but IMO Opus X is overrated, dont get me wrong they are fine but I dont think they are worth the going rate.




BTW I switched to mostly pipes about a year ago. Much more economical and on the premium end as good or better than any stick I've ever cut.

[ouch]

The Opus X is overated and overpriced (as are most cigars), but it's still a pretty good smoke.

[rikrdo]

The Opus X is overated and overpriced (as are most cigars), but it's still a pretty good smoke.

YeahYeah!!
What he said.

IMHO...

Anything made by Padron
Hemingway by Arturo Fuente
and I 'll tell ya..

the JR Ultimate line at
www.jrcigars.com
are pretty tasty smokes that wont break the bank.
===============================

The "Cetro" natural is a perfect fit with.....
a glass of Chardonnay !! :wink: :wink:

[joel]

I am a big fan of CAO's. The brazilia is my favorite cigar, all around - but their Criollo, Italia, etc are all top notch, and reasonably priced.

I am also quite fond of Padron 1964's and every once in awhile for a very light, mild smoke a Dunhill. The dunhill's are really superb with a delicate dram of top notch Irish Whiskey and are so light - they are nearly white in color.

[Dinder1]

I am a big fan of CAO's. The brazilia is my favorite cigar, all around - but their Criollo, Italia, etc are all top notch, and reasonably priced.

I am also quite fond of Padron 1964's and every once in awhile for a very light, mild smoke a Dunhill. The dunhill's are really superb with a delicate dram of top notch Irish Whiskey and are so light - they are nearly white in color.

Joel, have you tried Private stock cigars? they are made by Davidoff and a pretty decent mild to medium smoke on the cheap! The #11 is a pretty good robusto for about $4.00-5.00
Cheers, DJ.

[boboakalfb]

Joel, have you tried Private stock cigars? they are made by Davidoff and a pretty decent mild to medium smoke on the cheap! The #11 is a pretty good robusto for about $4.00-5.00
Cheers, DJ.

I agree DJ...I have smoked a few #11's, some #2's as well. Great bang for your buck.

[Dinder1]

I agree DJ...I have smoked a few #11's, some #2's as well. Great bang for your buck.

Yeah, and if you buy a box online, the price can drop to as low as $2.00 a stick!
DJ.

[MacArthur Mike]

The dunhill's are really superb with a delicate dram of top notch Irish Whiskey and are so light - they are nearly white in color.

To jump in on Joel's recommendation, also try a nice smoke with some of Dalmore's Cigar Malt. Very reasonably priced and a fine accompaniment to a fine cigar.

[jazzman]

For something stronger, try La Flor Dominicana, Ligeros and Double Ligeros. But I agree with the folks who recommend almost anything by CAO, Fuente, and Padron.

So many good cigars, so little time to spend in places where they can be smoked!

[ouch]

For something stronger, try La Flor Dominicana, Ligeros and Double Ligeros. But I agree with the folks who recommend almost anything by CAO, Fuente, and Padron.

So many good cigars, so little time to spend in places where they can be smoked!

Including my house!




I'm the king of the castle, Alice. Yeah, right.

[Tinzien]

I enjoy the Romeo y Julieta cigars along with the Gurka Red Label.

[msandoval858]

My non Cuban favs:

Davidoff Millenium Robusto
Davidoff Double R
Davidoff Special R
Davidoff Entreacto
Ashton VSG Sorcerer
Ashton VSG Tres Mistique Corona
OpusX Double Corona
OpusX Fuente Fuente
Fuente Hemingway Signature
Padron Anniversario Exclusivo Maduro
Padron Anniversario 1926 (any size)
Avo Signature Series Robusto

Cuban:

Cohiba Siglo III
Montecristo No. 1
Montecristo No. 4
Rafael Gonzalez Lonsdale
Partagas 898 Varnished Selection
El Rey del Mundo Choix Supreme
Romeo y Julieta Churchill
Bolivar Royal Corona
Sancho Panza Non Plus


I could go on and an on...

:drool:

[TimmyBoston]

Best cigar I've ever had was a Cuban Montecristo No. 2

[Mottern Man]

Romeo Julieta Rerserve

[rikrdo]

Best ever :

Cuban Partagas Serie D No. 4
===============================

Hey Mike !!
Are those Avo Signatures worth the dough ??
Been wanting to try a VSG for awhile now as well.
Thanks.

[msandoval858]

Best ever :

Cuban Partagas Serie D No. 4
===============================

Hey Mike !!
Are those Avo Signatures worth the dough ??
Been wanting to try a VSG for awhile now as well.
Thanks.

The Avo Signatures are great. Much richer flavor and fuller body than the other Avo lines. Still on the mild to medium side by my standards, as I smoke a lot of stronger stuff. As for the price, just depends what you are comfortable with, but I do highly recommend it.

[PalmettoB]

I am a big fan of CAO's. The brazilia is my favorite cigar, all around - but their Criollo, Italia, etc are all top notch, and reasonably priced.

I am also quite fond of Padron 1964's and every once in awhile for a very light, mild smoke a Dunhill. The dunhill's are really superb with a delicate dram of top notch Irish Whiskey and are so light - they are nearly white in color.

+1 on CAO!

[EL Alamein]

My two top favorites are Monte Cristo #2 and Cohiba Robusto. Coming close are Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro, Ramon Allones Specially Selected, Hoya de Monterrey Double Coronas, Diplimaticos #2, and Monte Cristo #4's.

Chris

[jmhUT]

My two top favorites are Monte Cristo #2 and Cohiba Robusto.
Chris

+1. my wife and I are particulary partial to Cohibas.

[chef8489]

I love maduro cigars. Here are a few of my fav cigars.
Romeo y Juliet Aniversario
Punch After dinner double maduro
Sancho Panza double maduro
Ashton Maduro
La gloria cubana maduro and series R

As far as pipe smoking I enjoy my ferndown with a nice english or the new McClellands cajun blends.

[Ben]

Best ever :

Cuban Partagas Serie D No. 4
===============================

Hey Mike !!
Are those Avo Signatures worth the dough ??
Been wanting to try a VSG for awhile now as well.
Thanks.


I can't disagree with your assessment of the PSD4. It's a damn fine smoke. As far as Cubans go, I also love Partagas Shorts and varnished 898s, R&J Cazadores, Bolivar Royal Coronas (and Belicoso Finos and Petite Coronas), Cohibas Siglo II, Cuaba Divinos, and Por Laranaga Petite Coronas. For legals, I like anything Padron, Indian Super Fuerte Maduro (any vitola), Rocky Patel's The Edge (maduro), Camacho Corojo, 5 Vegas Series A, Gran Habano Corojo, and the list goes on. Oh, and Mike sent me an Avo Sig some time ago. It's a very fine smoke. More sturdy than I expected, which was a big plus. Good flavor and finish.

[Creslin]

I can't disagree with your assessment of the PSD4. It's a damn fine smoke. As far as Cubans go, I also love Partagas Shorts and varnished 898s, R&J Cazadores, Bolivar Royal Coronas (and Belicoso Finos and Petite Coronas), Cohibas Siglo II, Cuaba Divinos, and Por Laranaga Petite Coronas. For legals, I like anything Padron, Indian Super Fuerte Maduro (any vitola), Rocky Patel's The Edge (maduro), Camacho Corojo, 5 Vegas Series A, Gran Habano Corojo, and the list goes on. Oh, and Mike sent me an Avo Sig some time ago. It's a very fine smoke. More sturdy than I expected, which was a big plus. Good flavor and finish.


Aha! Someone mentions the Gran Habano Corojo. It seems I keep gravitating to that as my favorite. I've only recently gotten into cigar smoking so I've been trying a few a stick at a time. So far I seem to like the Gran Habano Corojo, the Punch Gran Puro, and the La Flor (spelling?) Dominicana Double Ligeros (Chisel). Looks like I like the strong ones; that might have something to do with using Copenhagen for many, many moons.

[Dinder1]

I can't disagree with your assessment of the PSD4. It's a damn fine smoke. As far as Cubans go, I also love Partagas Shorts and varnished 898s, R&J Cazadores, Bolivar Royal Coronas (and Belicoso Finos and Petite Coronas), Cohibas Siglo II, Cuaba Divinos, and Por Laranaga Petite Coronas. For legals, I like anything Padron, Indian Super Fuerte Maduro (any vitola), Rocky Patel's The Edge (maduro), Camacho Corojo, 5 Vegas Series A, Gran Habano Corojo, and the list goes on. Oh, and Mike sent me an Avo Sig some time ago. It's a very fine smoke. More sturdy than I expected, which was a big plus. Good flavor and finish.

Those are all great recommendations on the habanos. Here are a few more in the short smoke category.
Cheers, DJ.

[Ben]

Those are all great recommendations on the habanos. Here are a few more in the short smoke category.
Cheers, DJ.

A fine selection! And it reminds me other superb smokes: the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 and Petite Robusto. Both are super nice. I dated a real firecracker of a gal many years ago whose father was big into Havanas. He'd open this massive humidor each time I'd visit (quite a ritual) and give me something great. He once handed me a Hoyo de Monterrey Double Corona. That was a fairly generous cigar. As a side note, the man she ended up marrying has no humidor privileges. Ha ha!

I also like Trinidad Reyes.

[Ben]

Aha! Someone mentions the Gran Habano Corojo. It seems I keep gravitating to that as my favorite. I've only recently gotten into cigar smoking so I've been trying a few a stick at a time. So far I seem to like the Gran Habano Corojo, the Punch Gran Puro, and the La Flor (spelling?) Dominicana Double Ligeros (Chisel). Looks like I like the strong ones; that might have something to do with using Copenhagen for many, many moons.

I enjoy the LFD chisels. If you like a full smoke, consider a sampler of Hansotia X3 Triple Ligero. (http://www.cigarsinternational.com/prodDisp.asp?item=CS-3SA)

[TakeTheCann0lis]

This is my vote.... The Griffon's Robusto!!
http://www.cigarsforless.com/images/dbthumbs/dbimages/GRIF-RBST-T.jpg

[Iceman]

:thumbup1: The Griffins are an excellent mild to medium-bodied Connecticut shade wrapper cigar.
I am also a fan of Don Diegos and Rocky Patel Vintage 1992.

This is my vote.... The Griffon's Robusto!!
http://www.cigarsforless.com/images/dbthumbs/dbimages/GRIF-RBST-T.jpg

[msandoval858]

Griffins are definately good cigars, often overlooked. When I was in the business they were one of the slowest selling brands on the shelf. They get passed over often as most smokers these days are leaning toward the heavy bodied cigars. I like a good range of both, just depends on what I'm in the mood for. Griffin, Davidoff, Avo, Dunhill, and Diamond Crown all put out great mild smokes.

[Ben]

Griffins are definately good cigars, often overlooked. When I was in the business they were one of the slowest selling brands on the shelf.

I worked at a smoke shop during the cigar boom, circa 1996. Those were among the most overprices sticks in the humidor -- right alongside the private-label ciagrs you now see for a buck or two a piece in the Cigars International catalog. Amazing. Just amazing. People just shit themselves to buy a Petrus or whatever. And before the fancy cigar magazines started to market Fuente cigars for the familia, many tobacconists couldn't give 'em away. Ah, the fond memories. :001_wub: :biggrin: :rolleyes:

[Panamag8or]

I'm gonna toss out something different:
Dannemann Espada Sumatra

These are quickly becoming my go-to stick. Very mild, but with a great taste. For those that like a v-cut (like me), they come pre-cut, and sealed in a silver foil wrap.

I'm new to cigars, but I like these a lot.

[GeeQue]

The best cigar I've smoked was a "Cohiba Esplendido" ...not the Cohiba made in Tampa, Florida. I am referring to the Cohiba made in Habana, Cuba. I had the pleasure of indulging on these on a trip I made to Merida, in the Yucatan peninsula. Of course, I could not bring any with me...just brought the memory.
If you are looking for a cigar that smokes like a $20 cigar, try "Flor de Oliva". This is a Nicaraguan Maduro hand made cigar. I get them here in town for $3.

[moses]

Of course, I could not bring any with me...just brought the memory.


For next time....

You can actually bring a limited quantity of Cubans into the country legally for personal use and gifts.

-Mo

[GeeQue]

For next time....
You can actually bring a limited quantity of Cubans into the country legally for personal use and gifts.
-Mo

This I did not know :frown:

[moses]

This I did not know :frown:

Yep. Same with Cuban Rum (which, for the record, is also worth the trouble - 10 year Havanna Club is by far the best rum I've ever had). You'd have to check the customs rules for the amount. Probably just googling would produce the information. Of course, you have to actually go somewhere that you can legally buy them (ie, outside the US), and personally carry them back.

-Mo

[rikrdo]

[Code of Federal Regulations]
[Title 31, Volume 2]
[Revised as of July 1, 2002]
From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access
[CITE: 31CFR515.204]

[Page 554]

TITLE 31--MONEY AND FINANCE: TREASURY

CHAPTER V--OFFICE OF FOREIGN ASSETS CONTROL, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

PART 515--CUBAN ASSETS CONTROL REGULATIONS--Table of Contents

Subpart B--Prohibitions

Sec. 515.204 Importation of and dealings in certain merchandise.

(a) Except as specifically authorized by the Secretary of the
Treasury (or any person, agency, or instrumentality designated by him)
by means of regulations, rulings, instructions, licenses, or otherwise,
no person subject to the jurisdiction of the United States may purchase,
transport, import, or otherwise deal in or engage in any transaction
with respect to any merchandise outside the United States if such
merchandise:
(1) Is of Cuban origin; or
(2) Is or has been located in or transported from or through Cuba;
or
(3) Is made or derived in whole or in part of any article which is
the growth, produce or manufacture of Cuba.
(b) [Reserved]

[GeeQue]

It's funny that I can read highly technical data and understand every single word and context. But when it's put in legal mumbo jumbo as the document above, I always end up asking : "Bottom line...can or can't ?"

[Dennis]

I stopped by the local smoke shop today. First time I've ever been in this one, and it smelled awesome, a big selection of pipes and a large walk-in humidor for the cigars. Could be trouble... They were out of Padrons so I went with his recommendations which, of course, was nothing on this list. I ended up with a Savinelli Nicaragua Reserve and a Por Larranaga. Been a while since I smoked one so I am looking forward to it. Any thoughts on these two?

Dennis

[msandoval858]

I haven't had the Savinelli but the Por Larranaga (robusto size) I had a while back wasn't bad at all. Nice flavorful mild/medium bodied smoke. It should be enjoyable and since you haven't smoked a cigar in a long time it won't be overwhelming to the palate at all.

:thumbup:

[rikrdo]

It's funny that I can read highly technical data and understand every single word and context. But when it's put in legal mumbo jumbo as the document above, I always end up asking : "Bottom line...can or can't ?"

Hey Gonzalo !!
I put this in for our esteemed members to dissect and discuss.
I was under the impression that $100 or less worth of goods could be brought back from Cuba.
This seems to say otherwise.
Little help here?
Anybody ?

[msandoval858]

If I recall correctly, the $100 rule was applicable to those traveling on authorized visit and returning directly back to the U.S. from Cuba. Authorized visits being humanitarian work, etc. Traveling outside the U.S. and returning with Cuban products is not allowed under any circumstances as far as I know.

[Panamag8or]

I have done a lot of reading on Mexico and the Caribbean for my job, and I believe msandoval858 is right. All of those countries state that you can buy all the Cuban cigars you want to, as long as you smoke them there. You can't bring them home.

[moses]

Ah, never mind. For some reason, I though you could buy in other countries and bring in for personal use. Guess not. Just Cuba. That makes it more difficult, I suppose.

-Mo

[Panamag8or]

Ah, never mind. For some reason, I though you could buy in other countries and bring in for personal use. Guess not. Just Cuba. That makes it more difficult, I suppose.

-Mo

However, you can buy Cubans at Cuban state-run stores in Canada, and most of the time, customs coming back into the U.S. can be lax. But, you didn't hear that from me.:wink:

[kburke532]

For an occasional cigar smoker Davidoff's are very mild and satisfying. I don't like that strong I just smoked a cigar taste in your mouth especially hours after the fact. Davidoffs run in the $16-30 range depending upon your pick. I smoke them at the Tropicana in Atlantic City with a premium beer or cocktail = heaven.

[chef8489]

I purchase my cubans from a great suplier up in Canada. He only shipps to the US and guarentees delivery. He also has great prices on high grade pipes.

[qhsdoitall]

Ah man, you guys are killing me. So many things and no money but, the biggest thing of all it sucks living in one of the most PC (politically correct) fanatic places in the country. You pull out a cigar or pipe and someone is right there with either a bucket of water or knows where every no smoking sign within a 1/2 mile radius is located and is glad to point them out to you.

I swear if I ever get a new house, it's going to have a detached room where I can smoke, drink, read, watch movies (horror and sci-fi/fantasy not T & A), pig out on my non-healthy cooking to my hearts content and finally, take as long as I want in the bath and shave. And then, I wake up.

[qhsdoitall]

I purchase my cubans from a great suplier up in Canada. He only shipps to the US and guarentees delivery. He also has great prices on high grade pipes.

How does he do that and get by customs? I'm waiting for Castro to croak. I think the drug dealers have it down pat. Create a need, supply the need and then charge as much as you want. Just look at all the smoking, drinking, culinary and shaving addicts we have right here? You can't shove democracy down someone's throat but you can sure get them to vote on the things they want to buy next.

[Panamag8or]

Bumping for a friend from another forum.

[SmoovD]

If you are just looking for a decent smoke, at a decent price give "Belinda Blacks" a try. Or better yet, google "JR Cigars"...they have some sweet deals and plenty of sampler packs.

[galpman]

If you are just looking for a decent smoke, at a decent price give "Belinda Blacks" a try. Or better yet, google "JR Cigars"...they have some sweet deals and plenty of sampler packs.

JR has a store about 1 mile from my house. They are an awesome shop that has everything, with some great deals. Highly Recommended:badger:

[Zeni]

I really like La Aurora's cigars for my everyday smoke, especially the 100 anos, and the gold tubed corojos. I just had a 100 year Ann. Davidoff, I'm not the biggest Davidoff fan but that cigar was great. I like the Fuente Anejos when you can get them. For the lighter smokes the Zino Platinums are good to.

[ouch]

There's an enormous JR's near my house, too. His JR Ultimate cigars are very nice, and priced right. They make an excellent every day cigar.

[Panamag8or]

I am going outside now, to light up a Padron 1964 Torpedo.:thumbup1:

[Iceman]

Here are a few good ones I have had recently.

Rocky Patel Vintage 1992

http://img244.imageshack.us/img244/7264/hpim0992ei2.jpg

Don Diego corona.

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/1464/hpim0980bc5.jpg

Vibe from Rocky Patel

http://img168.imageshack.us/img168/7748/hpim1004yb0.jpg

Ghurka Legand

http://img174.imageshack.us/img174/9546/hpim0973bn0.jpg

[Bricktop]

Best cigar I've ever had was a Cuban Montecristo No. 2+1!

My usual good cigars are RyJ Churchills, and Dunhill Peravias. Most days, it's a J&R knockoff of the latter.
When I go to the racetrack, it's the RyJ Exhibition #1. An hour and a half of joy.


ETA: Maduro's are just too strong for my tastes.

[bbqncigars]

For the absolute best bang for the buck, not to mention selection, go to herfersparadise.com and go to the Box Passes/Trades forum and go for one of the newbie samplers. This is the best way to try a bunch of different cigars before you take the plunge on a box/bundle. Many a newbie has benefited from the samplers.


Wayne

[ouch]

This opinion may not be welcome in this particular thread, but I have long felt that a good bowl of pipe tobacco beats the hell out tof he very best cigar.

[galpman]

Just picked this little diddy (40th Anniversary Cuban Cohiba)

:c2:

[ouch]

Yikes! I'll bet that one set you back!

[Dinder1]

Just picked this little diddy (40th Anniversary Cuban Cohiba)

:c2:

Hmmm, as far as I know Havana has never produced a maduro wrapper. Can you provide us with any more info on this cigar?

[galpman]

Hmmm, as far as I know Havana has never produced a maduro wrapper. Can you provide us with any more info on this cigar?

Dj..Cannot provide much detail only that this was brought back by my brother from South America. I don't have enough Cohiba knowledge to add to this. You now have me wondering. Could this be a knock off?:confused: I think I will Google and see what I can come up with. Thanks for your post. Appreciate it.

[Dinder1]

I checked all of my sources, and as far as I can tell there is no such cigar.
Hey as long as you did not spend big bucks on it, and it tastes good, enjoy it.

[ouch]

Nice eagle eye job, Din!

Cohiba is the most forged cigar, after all.

[firebox]

Romeo and Julieta Anniversario are consistently top shelf.

[LaSalle]

Pacific makes some nice cigars and I really like Turano.
Both are mild and the Turan has a creamy finish.

[zomax]

If you want to try something nice and inexpensive..
try Punch. I enjoy the tubos - nice mild cigar and good for the golf course. Also Ashton makes a great cigar, Both really worth trying.

[rikrdo]

Punch Deluxe line
A. Fuente Hemingways

[Mottern Man]

Romeo and Julieta Anniversario are consistently top shelf.

I Like the R&J Reserves. :thumbup: Chruchhill too. I like to look like General Jack D. Ripper when I smoke that bad boy.:biggrin:

[NurseMedic]

I know this cigar is certainly more of a novelty item than anything listed so far in this thread, but the Fat Rum Tavern Cigar from the Frankenmuth Cigar Co. is probably the most enjoyable stick I've had in the past 5 years. A little on the small side for the price ($2.83 a piece), but the flavor is well worth it.

http://frankenmuthcigar.tripod.com

Mike

[thmsmd]

I enjoy Acid cigars - a very good smoke...

[joselastra]

for any body that lives in the north east part of jersey close to manhatten, theres a place in jersey city on central ave called rodriguez puros cigars. he handrolls his own, and i can vouch for the 6$ torpedo shaped cigars. a very very good/enjoyable smoke.

[Jfala]

Right now my humidor is filled with small, natural Ashtons for a quick smoke. Larger, darker Padrons for nice meaty smoke with a good bottle of wine or port, scotch would be better.

Romeos (Cuban and Dominican), La Gloria Cubana...

Sorry, I can't decide - just find one that you like and go with it.

-Jeff :wink: