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Retrohaling
Retro is a good way to experience even more tastes that pipe tobacco offers. There are nuances you find with retro that you likely will not detect otherwise. Retrohaling pipe tobacco is softer and easier on the sinuses than with cigars. The important thing is not to overdo it in the beginning...- badbriar
- Post #22
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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PipesAndCigars.Com: Are They Trustworthy?
P&C is not too bad. But - beware if you are ordering something that is likely to be an honest limited quantity item. You may not see that in your order. Shorted me on Dunhill tins when they were supposed to be in stock some years back. I chalked it up to SH*# happens. Their promo codes...- badbriar
- Post #37
- Forum: Pipe Tobacconists - B&M's and Internet Retailers
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Virginias
Try a more premium Virginia blend and see how that strikes you.- badbriar
- Post #4
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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Favorite Navy Flake?
What is your favorite Navy Flake or Coin blend? Tell us why. I'm losing interest in the current version of Escudo and am looking for something more exciting and stronger in strength and taste in that style.- badbriar
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Cigars in Cancun
Be sure to try the glass top boxed Cubans. :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:- badbriar
- Post #12
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Re-Cut Your Cigar...
If your cigar loads up, or you get a bit of tar at the head, try re-cutting. It's like a new cigar!- badbriar
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- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Anise/licorice Italian Cigars?
Flavored ones are strong on the flavoring. I prefer the unflavored ones myself. Cheroots / dry cigars are excellent!- badbriar
- Post #6
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Real Bad at Lighting Cigars
Try this... Don't light a cigar - completely toast the foot and lightly blow on it. When the foot is fully glowing red, you are ready to enjoy your stick. Toasting properly will ensure a good, straight burn. If the foot starts to burn off, like in your photo, touch the unburned side lightly...- badbriar
- Post #36
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Cut Cigar Caps with No Cracks in the Wrapper!
Thought I'd pass along a great tip a friend taught me about 10 or 12 years back on cutting a cigar cap. This will prevent the wrapper from cracking or worse when you do the cut. This is for straight cutters and works on most tips. My buddy told me to 'circumcise' the cigar cap. My reaction...- badbriar
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- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Post Your Experiences Aging Cigars
Most cigars benefit from a bit of rest. Take them out of the boxes & sleeves and let them get naked and happy for a few months to a few years. Even premiums, like Oliva V Melanio' and many others mellow and get a little smoother with a little snooze. I have hundreds that are 1-5 years old and...- badbriar
- Post #14
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Cigar Recommendations?
Stronger premium cigars with top ratings include Fuente figurados, Oliva V Melanio, Padron 1964, Foundation Tabernacle, among many others. BTW - Maduros tend to have hints of coffee, expresso and mild sweetness in taste. Connecticuts are mild & dry, with little to no sweetness. Habanos are all...- badbriar
- Post #6
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Cigar Cutters - Do You Sharpen Them?
Nope - buy new ones. Get a good cutter and rarely need to replace them. In fact, I only replace them when they grow legs and walk away!- badbriar
- Post #15
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Gurkha Nicaragua Series Toro. Any Good?
Gurkha cigars are not very good - ones I would not by at half price. Stick with Oliva, Fuente, LFD, Liga Privada & Foundation for some top shelf cigars. Reply with your taste & strength preferences if you want some recommendations on really good sticks.- badbriar
- Post #5
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Cigar Rec’s
Yeah, Connecticut wrappers don't have much flavor and little to no sweetness at all. Try Isla Del Sol Maduros for an excellent infused (flavored) budget mild cigar. A bit more $$ are Java cigars. The Java Negro smells and tastes like German chocolate cake! Javas are top shelf infused...- badbriar
- Post #22
- Forum: Cigar Discussion
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Horizons in Tobacco Reviews
Sounds like that may be a bit of good news, as the Turkish variety is getting some good comments.- badbriar
- Post #9
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Post Covid Tasting Change
Agree with OP. Despite keeping up to date will all of the available boosters, I came down with a mild case of covid a month ago - like a case of the flu. As a type 2 diabetic, I fared pretty well. Taste is still rather muted, but getting better. It's the little nuances that are missing. I...- badbriar
- Post #10
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion