MultiSlacking 102 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 My youngest got me a humidor and some cigars for Christmas last year. Now it's turning into another freakin' hobby. I went through cigar forums and reviews, but I'd like to hear what you guys like. My current favorites are: La Aroma De Cuba Mi Amor Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial (Robusto) Those are a little pricey ($7-8) for an "every day" kind of thing though. So I'm on the hunt for an "every day" cigar, "yardgar", whatever you like to call it. Something that I don't have to feel bad if I don't have an hour to kill and have to snuff it out early. The "5 Vegas Gold" is a pretty good smoke. What are your preferred stogies? Low end AND high end? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Brick-Hanauer or "B-H" was always one of my favorite domestic "cheap" cigars. I haven't smoked in 12 years, so I don't know about availability. I used to get them at CVS. VERY smooth and aromatic. The green "Connecticut wrap" was my "everyday" smoke. Brick-Hanauer Adds Value-Priced, Every-Day Cigar Our Family's Finest is the latest line of premium cigars from Brick-Hanauer Co., Inc. This handmade 100% long-filler cigar is made by Consolidated Cigar's Honduran factory. "We are proud to have Consolidated Cigar as our cigar maker," says Marc Moss, Brick-Hanauer's vice president of marketing. "Consolidated Cigar's reputation for consistently high-quality cigars, as well as their leadership role in the industry, serves our needs well. Our Family's Finest will prove to be a very nice cigar for the affordable price. We created it as a cigar smokers could enjoy on a daily basis." Brick-Hanauer chose a medium-bodied blend for the line. "Though many smokers may profess a liking for powerful cigars, medium-bodied cigars remain the most popular choice for regular smoking," says Moss. The cigars come in two wrapper selections: a golden Connecticut shade leaf and a richer, darker Havana 2000. In both cases, the binder and filler are Honduran tobaccos. Five sizes are available: Viajante (8 x 52), Churchill (7 x 50), Toro (6 x 50), Robusto (5 x 50), and Rothschild (4 x 50). The cigars are individually cellophane-wrapped, in 25-count bundles. Suggested retail pricing is $36 (Rothschild) through $50 (Viajante), at keystone discount. Our Family's Finest cigars are currently available from Brick-Hanauer Co., Inc., maker of the popular Santa Rosa and Madrigal lines of premium cigars. The Hanauer family graces the label. Brick-Hanauer Company., Inc., P.O. Box 540473, Waltham, MA 02454, Tel: (800) 255-5556, Fax: (781) 891-0602, E-mail: brickhanauer@fujipub.com http://smokeshopmag.com/1001/brand.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
THE VILLIAN 55 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 (edited) If you like flavored cigars one of my favorites is the TATIANA, and if you dont feel like killing an hour they come in 3 different sizes. These are 3 of the best ones, i preffer the GROOVY BLUE Groovy Blue - Berries soaked in Vanilla, with Acacia Honey and Cognac Waking Dream - Vanilla Cream, Piedmont Hazelnuts and Single Maly Whiskey Night Cap - Vanilla over Marcona Almonds, Cafe Arabica and Criollo Cocoa http://www.tatianacigars.com Edited May 28, 2013 by THE VILLAIN Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lbsrdi 1,078 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Here are my cigars http://forum.saiga-12.com/index.php?/topic/74741-vodka/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tundra1 391 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Backwoods Vanilla. I rarely smoke anymore, but I wouldn't turn one of these stogies down for sure. I know they're low end and redneck as hell, but I can't give any direction on the fancy ones, never had one. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 ↓ I'm surprised this guy ↓ hasn't come in this thread yet. ↓ 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Voltia 375 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 SWISHER SWEETS! No. Sorry. Joking. I don't smoke cigars regularly, so I don't know anything other than cigars sold in convenience stores in the hood are not to be taken seriously. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sccritterkiller 473 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 If you like flavored cigars one of my favorites is the TATIANA, and if you dont feel like killing an hour they come in 3 different sizes. These are 3 of the best ones, i preffer the GROOVY BLUE Groovy Blue - Berries soaked in Vanilla, with Acacia Honey and Cognac Waking Dream - Vanilla Cream, Piedmont Hazelnuts and Single Maly Whiskey Night Cap - Vanilla over Marcona Almonds, Cafe Arabica and Criollo Cocoa http://www.tatianacigars.com These are good but my favorite flavored is the Heavenly Vanilla Corna. That reminds me I need to do another house search for my Cigar Caddy. I know it made it back from the last hunting trip of the season I remember taking it out of the truck just can't find it. I have the 40 model and the damn thing is full of Heavenly's and Macanudo's. Am I the only one that keeps a list of shit you can't find in your own house? I did find a AR bolt I had been looking for about 6 months this weekend. That just leaves my cigar caddy and my ipod. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aram Fingal 11 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Romeo y Julietas are a little more reasonably priced and still pretty good. There' s a bunch of different versions of them, so try a few out and see if you find one you like. Then buy them by the box to save money. Also, you can skip your state sin tax by ordering online. Not that I'm condoning that kind of thing, just making a comment. I actually buy most of mine local because there is a really good cigar shop in town and the guy who runs it has all kinds of useful info. Also, these are good and not too badly priced: http://www.cvtobacco.com/press/shop/CIGARS/cigars.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ARCHANGEL 104 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 When I did smoke the occasional cigar, my choice was Cohiba, Macanudo, or Davidoff. All smooth smokes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nailbomb 10,221 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 I love a nice cigar with a good Bourbon or Scotch. I'm a really big fan of Rye bourbon... In the glass is Jefferson's 100% Rye Bourbon 10 year old, and the cigar is a Paul Stulac Ghost. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Valhalla 4 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Romeo and Juliets with a shot (or two) of Crown Royal. If buying online, check out JR Cigars. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MultiSlacking 102 Posted May 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 I've bought online, but still like to hit up local shops just to "talk cigars" with the people working there (and support the local guy). On good days, you can catch the owner at a lot of places, and they are a wealth of information. They also usually turn you onto the best smokes! But, they're still in it for a profit, and sometimes suggest things that are overpriced and substandard occasionally (the things with the biggest profit margin). But for the most part, my experience has been really good. It's good to talk with people who have a passion for what they do and like their job. Plus, everything at a local shop has can be purchased as a single if you're still trying things out. Then it's easy enough to go online and get a box if you find something you really like. Now if I could only find a cigar that the wife doesn't give me the, "OMG, you stink! Go take a shower!" Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BigChongus 765 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 SWISHER SWEETS! No. Sorry. Joking. I don't smoke cigars regularly, so I don't know anything other than cigars sold in convenience stores in the hood are not to be taken seriously. Actually, those mild Swisher "little cigars" (cigarette size) are pretty dang good for cheapies. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coronet 131 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 I like a Swisher Sweet Giants (Giant sized Blunts - bigger than a Blunt) when I am drinking a Twisted Tea hard iced tea. The tastes seem to complement each other nicely. The larger cigar, the milder. Yeah they are cheap machine made crapola. But they aren't bad for once in awhile. Otherwise it's just menthol cigs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
storm6490 2,768 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 It's kinda hard to find but Royal Jamaican cigars are the best I have ever had. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
THE VILLIAN 55 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Backwoods Vanilla. I rarely smoke anymore, but I wouldn't turn one of these stogies down for sure. I know they're low end and redneck as hell, but I can't give any direction on the fancy ones, never had one. Yeah if im not puffin on a Tatiana to save a little money ill definitely go for a Backwoods berry or mild, I think there a tasty low end cigar. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete Le Hachoir 16 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Navarre cigars are my favorite. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Garys4598 1,065 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 (edited) My youngest got me a humidor and some cigars for Christmas last year. Now it's turning into another freakin' hobby. I went through cigar forums and reviews, but I'd like to hear what you guys like. . . . The "5 Vegas Gold" is a pretty good smoke. What are your preferred stogies? Low end AND high end? @ Yeodetool -- Sorry that I've arrived late to this party. Damn. . . a few weeks ago I threw away almost a dozen 5 Vegas Golds just to make room in my humidor for a recent order of Liga Privada No.9's that I received. Anyway. . . My two absolute favs are God of Fire Carlito, and My Father Le Bijou. The God of Fires are somewhat expensive. . . but worth it to my palate. (I'm able to score the God of Fires once to twice a year, courtesy of cigarbid.com.) Speaking of humidors, mine was custom made out of hickory, pictured below: Edited May 29, 2013 by Gary 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Gary, if you did that woodwork yourself I'd be supremely impressed. NICE boxes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Garys4598 1,065 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 Gary, if you did that woodwork yourself I'd be supremely impressed. NICE boxes. Thank you! Naw. . . I can't take any credit for the humidor, other than having been "at the right place at the right time" when it was all but finished and being made available for purchase. Ed Sallee of "Waxing Moon Humidors" built it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 That reminds me, I have a couple projects to do this summer....... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SwissyJim 117 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 Love me some Tatuaje, My Fathers, most any Padron ESPECIALLY the Anni 64's, Fuente sungrowns and OpusX line... and a few more out there as well. Pretty normal for me to be at the range with a cigar... on my boat with a cigar.... hell,just sitting on my deck with a cigar! My retirement present to myself will be a Bob Staebell Aristocrat Cabinet Humidor. , Quote Link to post Share on other sites
frz1197 128 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 fucking big steak, several Guinnesses, a glass of Johnny Black, and a nice Romeo y Julieta. It doesnt get better. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MultiSlacking 102 Posted May 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 @ Yeodetool -- Sorry that I've arrived late to this party. Damn. . . a few weeks ago I threw away almost a dozen 5 Vegas Golds just to make room in my humidor for a recent order of Liga Privada No.9's that I received. Anyway. . . My two absolute favs are God of Fire Carlito, and My Father Le Bijou. The God of Fires are somewhat expensive. . . but worth it to my palate. (I'm able to score the God of Fires once to twice a year, courtesy of cigarbid.com.) NooooOOOOoooo....I hate to throw anything away, but would definitely hate to pitch my cigars! But I understand...have to make room for the good stuff. I have yet to find anything from the Garcia family that I *DON'T* like. They make some awesome cigars. The My Father line is really exceptional, and I've got a Le Bijou in the humidor right now that I haven't tried yet. There's a few that I try to save for "special occasions". Although...I'm getting pretty creative at what I consider a special occasion any more: "Just washed the truck" or "It's less than 80 degrees outside" or "Today is Wednesday" 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ronswin 26 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 (edited) My favorite cigars have been the Romeo y Julieta, Macanudo and Onyx. Onyx was a lower cost, very mild cigar until Cigar Aficionado rated them in the top ten years ago and the price skyrocketed. Edited May 30, 2013 by Ronswin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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mostholycerebus 415 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 (edited) I've had every fuente available, but my favorite remains Diamond Crown Maximus. My humidor looks like this: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Igloo-Quick-and-Cool-150-Quart-Cooler/16437963 Edited May 30, 2013 by mostholycerebus 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Garys4598 1,065 Posted May 31, 2013 Report Share Posted May 31, 2013 (edited) I've had every fuente available, but my favorite remains Diamond Crown Maximus. My humidor looks like this: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Igloo-Quick-and-Cool-150-Quart-Cooler/16437963 "Coolidors" work great! That reminds me. . . of the two "cigar overflow" tupperware containers I have stowed away within my cabinet that my hickory humidor rests upon: Cigar humidors are like weapons safes. . . . in short order you discover the one that you have just simply isn't big enough to hold them all! . . . Edited May 31, 2013 by Gary 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted May 31, 2013 Report Share Posted May 31, 2013 Alright so now you're making me want to start smoking again, so fuck you all and this thread. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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