Black Label NBK Corona Larga
Out back with my hounds. Good times
Out back with my hounds. Good times
What Cigar are You Smoking? 2024
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It is scratching that Davidoff itch. I think this wrapper has a little more spice than some other maduro wrappers. Underlying sweet and floral. I picked up a fiver on a father's day sale.
Opus definitely need some age, otherwise they tend towards being too strong, muted, earthy, and peppery. For that reason, saving them back for special occasions is a smart move.
I'd also recommend the Fuente Añejo line as they are very similar to Opus (some say the same binder and filler), are easier to find, more affordable, and seem to require less aging than the Opus.
The Ashton ESG is very elegant, but you will want to focus on the flavors. Time and again, they start good, get a little close to boring, and then end with a flourish. I would recommend drinking nothing but water with it, whereas an Opus can stand up to libations, coffee, and tea very well.
Thanks, this is very helpful!
SD Jacob’s Ladder while fishing with the kids (all teen or preteen). No big fish have been caught but we are having fun!
This is a pretty good smoke too.
This is a pretty good smoke too.
Another little Exquisitos from Fuente. These are going fast
Gellis Family Marevas. Quality tobacco, but not my thing at all. I haven't found a Warped or other Kyle Gellis product I have liked. People love em, but they are all airplanes flying right over my head.
My Father La Duena Petite Belicoso
I've smoked through 5 of these since purchasing back in Feb. None were what I might call good. I've got another 5er that I'll be waiting till November to sample from. Hopefully 6+ months will bring out their best.
* I had a few excellent Petite Lanceros from this line which inspired these purchases
I've smoked through 5 of these since purchasing back in Feb. None were what I might call good. I've got another 5er that I'll be waiting till November to sample from. Hopefully 6+ months will bring out their best.
* I had a few excellent Petite Lanceros from this line which inspired these purchases
Tabernacle lancero this evening.
I hear you, there’s more that I don’t care for than I do. Not sure if they were better years ago but I’ve been left unimpressed with a half dozen or so smokes. Maestro del tiempo and KJG I found quite nice however, still need to try Colmena, maybe I’ll smoke one later.
JR Cigar Nicaraguan Overrun Perfecto. I was a little upset with the last batch, ordered about 2 years ago.1 1/2” short of what was advertised.
10 years ago they were 6”+.
Anyways with a couple years of age they are marvelous.
If these aren’t Padron short leaf cigars I’d be surprised.
10 years ago they were 6”+.
Anyways with a couple years of age they are marvelous.
If these aren’t Padron short leaf cigars I’d be surprised.
October 2007 Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 55 out in the sun. This was well aged in my humidor and was an excellent smoke. Life is too short to save em forever. 
Smoked this while reading Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix to my son. Can't say I loved it, but it was okay.
Put the pipe down for a little bit to enjoy my last DTT Mi Querida Black Papasaka. I believe I’ll be ordering some more of these. 
Drew Estate Kentucky Fire Cured "Just A Friend" Toro. These DFK sticks are a regular for me.
Room 101 Johnny Tobacconaut Perfecto. It's good.
