Deprived American

[rokkitsci]

Since we UnitedStatesians are forbidden the pleasures of Cuban cigars, I fear that virtually all my stogie experiences are with the less estimable Dominican, Ecaudorian, Honduran, and Nicaraguan vitolas.

So, I guess I'm looking for a few mates to have non-Cuban discussions with.

Unless, of course, any of you Brothers-In-The-Leaf are willing to help out this underprivileged Yank by risking illegal contributions to expand my cigar horizons.

[Montesmoke]

Possible;) so whats your favourite honduran/Dominican cigars?

[Major_Tom]

Would also be interested in your experiences! Non-cubans are under-reviewed over here, complete opposite of the States.

Do you think there is a chance of negotiations of the Cuba front now Castro is disappearing?

[rokkitsci]

Possible;) so whats your favourite honduran/Dominican cigars?

I'm rather fond of almost everything that Carlos Tora?o makes.

Rocky Patel Sun Grown.

Then, oddly, a couple of El Cheapo manufacturers who happen to make superior stogies: the 5 Vegas Classic and Gold series, and Don Kiki Red (from Cuban Crafters Tabacalera Esteli).

[Montesmoke]

I quite like the Alec bradley range, aswell as the rocky patel:)

[larrysputnik]

I recently tried an Arturo Fuente Anejo for the first time and it was fantastic. It is essentially the same as an Opus X (as they use the same tobacco) but the wrapper is aged in cognac barrels. Very pleasant smoke.

[cohibaIV]

I recently tried an Arturo Fuente Anejo for the first time and it was fantastic. It is essentially the same as an Opus X (as they use the same tobacco) but the wrapper is aged in cognac barrels. Very pleasant smoke.

With you on that one larrysputnik, really smooth smoke!!;):D

[Bender]

I 2nd the Torano line. I bought a box of Exodus 1959 double corona's a few years ago and still have some left. They are a nice long smoke (for me anyways) and have mellowed into a really smooth cigar.

I just recently bought 2 Rocky Patel samplers from CI. It was almost a steal. I have never had any RP cigar before so I am really lookin forward to them.

Another NC favorite of mine thats pretty inexpensive is the Hupmann Vintage Cameroon. I nabbed the lonsdales and man they have the perfect spice to them. Another cigar that has aged beautifully for me.

The guilty pleasures I have thats NC of course, is the La Aurora perferidos. They are dam expensive but everyone has to indulge every now and then right? I found the treasure box sampler at famous-smokes.com for only $67!! Usually they go for $100. If i ever got bombed a box of these I'm sure I'd never get to enjoy them as I'd die of shock lol

[cj121]

The three Alec Bradley 'Spirit of Cuba' I had off Monte were a very acceptable smoke, of which I'd go back to. Although not having massive experience generally, I did find this Robusto pleasant enough.

[Mr Moore]

ditto, CJ

[Mr Moore]

The three Alec Bradley 'Spirit of Cuba' I had off Monte were a very acceptable smoke, of which I'd go back to. Although not having massive experience generally, I did find this Robusto pleasant enough.
ditto CJ

[Drewmidorn]

rokkitsci

is that a typo? Should it be Depraved American?

D

[Boss Hog]

Since we UnitedStatesians are forbidden the pleasures of Cuban cigars, I fear that virtually all my stogie experiences are with the less estimable Dominican, Ecaudorian, Honduran, and Nicaraguan vitolas.

So, I guess I'm looking for a few mates to have non-Cuban discussions with.

Unless, of course, any of you Brothers-In-The-Leaf are willing to help out this underprivileged Yank by risking illegal contributions to expand my cigar horizons.

Hey mate,

Most of my stock is NC as I get sent it over from the family in NY and pick a fair quantity up myself when over. mind you when I came over back in Aug I wasnt to familiar with some of the brands and picked some horrid things up, such as El Mejor Emerald & black pearl.
I have a great love of the acid range, have you tried them? Although like yourself with cuban, I impossible to get them over here.

:cowboyic9:

[RedRum]

I have been smoking almost exclusively NCs the last 5-6 months, here is a list of some of my favourites:

Anything by Pepin Garcia (i.e. Tatuaje, Cabaigaun, DPG Blue, 601 oscuro, Cuaba etc...)
Illusione
Rocky Patel Vintage 92
Of course the Padron Anniversary lines
Oliva Serie V and O
Ashton VSG
Padilla 68
Man o War

And many more...

[larrysputnik]

I have been smoking almost exclusively NCs the last 5-6 months, here is a list of some of my favourites:

Anything by Pepin Garcia (i.e. Tatuaje, Cabaigaun, DPG Blue, 601 oscuro, Cuaba etc...)
Illusione
Rocky Patel Vintage 92
Of course the Padron Anniversary lines
Oliva Serie V and O
Ashton VSG
Padilla 68
Man o War

And many more...

I've been interested in trying the Man o' War. Tell us more about it.

[TJCoro]

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The guilty pleasures I have thats NC of course, is the La Aurora perferidos. They are dam expensive but everyone has to indulge every now and then right? I found the treasure box sampler at famous-smokes.com for only $67!! Usually they go for $100. If i ever got bombed a box of these I'm sure I'd never get to enjoy them as I'd die of shock lol


:rock:Yo Bender, I agree with you on the LA Perferidos; a reasonable substitute for the Habana puros. But if you really like the Perferido, you should try the 100 Anos sometime:first:. It will blow your mind, dude.:hippie:

BTW mi amigo, as you may already know, a number of the web vendors, like Famous-smoke and CI I believe, will gift you a Treasure Box sampler of 5 full size tubos with each box purchase. An excellent way to lower the cost per stick.:thumb:

:bandit: Names TJ, TJCoro, and I love the shape of the La Auroa Perferido!:41:

[RedRum]

I've been interested in trying the Man o' War. Tell us more about it.

Made by AJ Fernandez, until 4 years ago working with Vegas Robaina, until he left Cuba. To my palate it was a very distinctive "wet almond peel/shell" tast (which is how nutty registers to me), a bit of sweetness, but it is a greatly balanced, rich cigar. It reminds me of a Montechristo. Don't be put off by the silly name, it is a great cigar.

[larrysputnik]

Made by AJ Fernandez, until 4 years ago working with Vegas Robaina, until he left Cuba. To my palate it was a very distinctive "wet almond peel/shell" tast (which is how nutty registers to me), a bit of sweetness, but it is a greatly balanced, rich cigar. It reminds me of a Montechristo. Don't be put off by the silly name, it is a great cigar.

Great insight. I'll order up a few then. Thanks. :cowboyic9: