Getting into Cigars

[JoeW]

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I didn't like the Blue Eyed Jacks Revenge at all, it was real bitter and just not a good flavor at all. The Padron Maduro 3000 was absolutely amazing.

You can't go wrong with Padron. Every one I've smoked has been great.

Too bad about Blue Eyed Jack's Revenge, though: I got one through Smoke Inn's COTM, and have been looking forward to trying it. Guess I'd better bring along a backup cigar when I do!

 

[BenMN]

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I didn't like the Blue Eyed Jacks Revenge at all, it was real bitter and just not a good flavor at all. The Padron Maduro 3000 was absolutely amazing.

Biggest thing I learned when getting into cigars myself- many, most, to my taste, aren't even close to being worth the price of admission without 3+ months of stable rest at preferred Rh. 6 would be better

That being said, there are a few that smoke well for me "right off the shelf," those being most Padron and most Fuentes

There have been others, but none consistent enough for me to claim here

This idea dramatically changed the way I buy, and significantly increased enjoyment. There's a thread on here somewhere where I prophesied that in a year I'd be smoking pretty much Fuente and Padron, which would be fine I suppose. But learning to give cigars what they need to shine opened up the possibility to explore and I'm glad I did

 

[JoeW]

That being said, there are a few that smoke well for me "right off the shelf," those being most Padron and most Fuentes

There have been others, but none consistent enough for me to claim here

In my (limited) experience, I've found that Plasencias fall into this category too: it's one of the few where I can pick one up at the local B&M on a whim and smoke it right away.

On the other hand, anything that comes in the mail will go into the tupperdor for at least 2-4 weeks or longer.

 

[BenMN]

In my (limited) experience, I've found that Plasencias fall into this category too: it's one of the few where I can pick one up at the local B&M on a whim and smoke it right away.

On the other hand, anything that comes in the mail will go into the tupperdor for at least 2-4 weeks or longer.

Good to know!
I went through a box and a half of those little Nesticos, and I'd agree. Although those Nesticos are my only experience with the brand so I hesitated to say

 

[JoeW]

Good to know!
I went through a box and a half of those little Nesticos, and I'd agree. Although those Nesticos are my only experience with the brand so I hesitated to say

I bought a Plasencia Blind Buy from BL Luxuries last spring and got a good variety. I enjoyed all of the Almas, especially the Alma del Campo and the Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro. On the other hand, the 149 Cosecha was too bitter for my taste, and the Reserva Original only tasted like filler.

I'll have to keep an eye out for Nesticos. If they're as good as full-size Plasencias, they'd be a nice treat for the cold months!

 

[Mortar0341]

Biggest thing I learned when getting into cigars myself- many, most, to my taste, aren't even close to being worth the price of admission without 3+ months of stable rest at preferred Rh. 6 would be better

That being said, there are a few that smoke well for me "right off the shelf," those being most Padron and most Fuentes

There have been others, but none consistent enough for me to claim here

This idea dramatically changed the way I buy, and significantly increased enjoyment. There's a thread on here somewhere where I prophesied that in a year I'd be smoking pretty much Fuente and Padron, which would be fine I suppose. But learning to give cigars what they need to shine opened up the possibility to explore and I'm glad I did

Man that's some good advice, I'm glad ya shared that with me cause I really don't know much about Cigars. ill keep this in mind. Yeah that basically tracks because Padron has been the only thing I've been smoking. I just wrote the others off really but when I get a Humidor and can keep more and store em, I'll be able to put some age on em. Makes sense too, cause my pipe tobacco is like that, why wouldn't cigars be like that too.

 

[Mortar0341]

Naighbor just gave me this here Cigar. He's a big Cigar guy and anyway he caught me headed in to the house and he hollered said hold up. He runs in his house and back out and he's got this Cigar for me. He says he just loves these. I asked him what it was but he wasn't very clear, JR something. I don't know anything about it. It'll probably get smoked tomorrow morning and will see how it is.

 

[Mortar0341]

I got two more Padron Natural 2000's for this weekend, but next weekend I got a Padron Damaso #12, a 1926 Natural #35, and a 1964 Natural Corona. After that I think I'll break my Padron binge and I got a list of Wrapped Cigars to try in my shopping cart

 

[Taheoden]

If you are just getting into cigars, the best thing you can do is start simple. Grab a few mild to medium sticks from different wrappers and see what actually fits your taste. No need to jump into the strongest stuff right away. Coming from pipes, the draw and flavour delivery will feel different, but you will appreciate how “ready to smoke” a cigar is compared to packing and tamping.

 

[Taheoden]

If you are just getting into cigars, the best thing you can do is start simple. Grab a few mild to medium sticks from different wrappers and see what actually fits your taste. No need to jump into the strongest stuff right away. Coming from pipes, the draw and flavour delivery will feel different, but you will appreciate how “ready to smoke” a cigar is compared to packing and tamping.

A small humidor or even a zip bag with a humidity pack will keep things fresh while you experiment. Most beginners overspend on boxes too early, so stick to singles and samplers until you know what you like.

If you ever want to make it more of a social experience, especially with friends who are also learning, some people even Hire cigar roller for a small gathering. Watching cigars being rolled and then trying them fresh is a pretty cool way to get introduced to the hobby.

Take it slow, try different things, and you will find your rhythm.