Recommend a Good Cigar.

**Effigy** · 12-07-2006, 05:39 AM

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"

**Jim** · 12-07-2006, 05:47 AM

Originally Posted by 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"

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** · 12-07-2006, 05:47 AM

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** · 12-07-2006, 05:51 AM

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** · 12-07-2006, 05:58 AM

Originally Posted by 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

+1 on these choices. EXCELLENT sticks, all!

**ouch** · 12-07-2006, 06:06 AM

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.

**Effigy** · 12-07-2006, 06:10 AM

Originally Posted by Amyn

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

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

**ouch** · 12-07-2006, 06:18 AM

Originally Posted by Effigy

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

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

Say hello to Gwyneth for me.

**Padron** · 12-07-2006, 06:22 AM

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..

Gotta love the cubans though.

**Padron** · 12-07-2006, 06:25 AM

Originally Posted by 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.

Excellent recommendations

**MacArthur Mike** · 12-07-2006, 06:39 AM

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** · 12-07-2006, 06:48 AM

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** · 12-07-2006, 08:44 AM

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** · 12-07-2006, 09:02 AM

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** · 12-07-2006, 09:32 AM

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

**rikrdo** · 12-07-2006, 09:43 AM

Originally Posted by ouch

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

**joel** · 12-07-2006, 10:03 AM

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** · 12-07-2006, 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by 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.

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** · 12-07-2006, 10:31 AM

Originally Posted by Dinder1

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.