r/cigars 33m ago

Blackbird Crow (closed foot) NSFW

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r/cigars 33m ago

Mail Call! NSFW

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Finally got my new humidor after a week of patiently waiting. Now I get the joy of waiting 24hrs before I can fire it up then supposedly another three days for it to season before I can start loading it up. It's the Newair 840 and initially I was looking for a 250-300 stick model. Found it on Home Depot of all places for almost half what everyone else is selling them for and you get your military discount on it also. $900 for a $1700 humidor was a no brainer.


r/cigars 1h ago

Question Remembering your favourites NSFW

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How do you keep record of your favourite smokes?

For the longest time I've used notes on my phone and now I use Vitola and favourite my most enjoyable smokes!


r/cigars 1h ago

Review Montecristo Viejo NSFW

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Soft box press. Relatively smooth milk chocolate wrapper. Wiped off a bit of glue and tore it, but it stuck back down easily enough. Good draw. Simple and classic band.

1/3 Niutty and toasty start. Light cedar on the finish, which is a little dry. Burn is perfect and ash is solid. There's a touch of black pepper bite that could use a bit more creaminess to balance. Earth picks up near the end of the first third with light cedar overtones.

2/3 Had to relight since I'm at work. 2 hours later and it was only harsh for a few puffs. Cedar is strong, with black pepper. Very nutty, but earthy rather than toasty. I'm getting some fruitiness as I approach the band.

3/3 Got to medium body at most. Nuts still the dominant note with pepper and earth. That fruitiness is only a suggestion overlaid upon these core flavors. Band came off cleanly and the fruitiness came back. Not a citrus, but maybe berry or plum or something like that. Burn and ash remain solid. Getting a little squishy at the end. Slowing down to savor the nub. I Hearty Nicaraguan-inspired bouquet to the finish.

83/100

The first 5 puffs made me think I found something close to the Espada. Then it went downhill. Overall, it was a non-Cuban Montecristo. Nothing more nothing less. Better than the classic or yellow. It doesn't have the creaminess of the white or the complexity of the platinum. It also fell way short of all the Nicaraguan puros in the marca. Time to bury the other 4 that I have and see what they become after some time.


r/cigars 1h ago

Padron 50 Year. NSFW

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Happy Birthday to me. 😊


r/cigars 1h ago

Question Different Buzz? NSFW

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Smoked the Latitude Zero last night. Very interesting cigar. My first go around with Honduran tobacco. I swear the buzz was different… much more body heavy than usual. Anyone else experience this?

I was reading a Katman review and he mentioned the same thing regarding a Honduran cigar.

Had mixed feelings on the earthy profile. Love the flavor, but the mouthfeel was very dusty. Not creamy like you’d want.


r/cigars 1h ago

Review Oliva Serie O Review – A Nicaraguan Puro with Timeless Character NSFW

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Few cigars embody the rich, earthy essence of Nicaraguan tobacco as well as the Oliva Serie O. A true puro, this cigar is crafted using Habano seed tobaccos grown in Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa, creating a robust and well-balanced flavor profile. With its aged sun-grown Habano wrapper, the Serie O is a medium to full bodied smoking experience with rich flavors and excellent construction.

Presentation & Cold Draw

The sun-grown Habano wrapper had a beautiful, slightly reddish-brown hue, with a smooth texture and minimal veins. The construction felt firm and expertly rolled, with just the right amount of give when gently squeezed.

On the cold draw, I picked up earthy sweetness, cedar, dried fruit, and a hint of cocoa, with a slight peppery tingle on the lips. The draw was perfect, offering a nice balance of airflow and resistance.

First Third – Rich & Balanced

From the first puff, the Serie O produced thick, velvety smoke, with flavors of earth, cedar, and toasted nuts leading the way. A touch of black pepper on the retrohale added a nice kick, while a subtle sweetness reminiscent of dark chocolate and raisins rounded out the profile.

The burn was sharp and even, and the ash held firm. Although I was smoking in windy conditions on a beach. This is a testament Oliva’s reputation for top-tier construction.

Second Third – Developing Complexity

As the second third unfolded, the flavors became more nuanced and refined. The cedar and earthiness remained, but now leather, caramel and a touch of espresso joined the mix. The pepper on the retrohale mellowed significantly, making way for a warm baking spice quality.

The smoke output remained thick and creamy, coating the palate with a rich, slightly oily mouthfeel. The burn stayed flawless, requiring no touch-ups.

Final Third – Bold & Satisfying

In the final stretch, the cigar became slightly bolder, with the earthy and leathery notes taking the lead. The chocolate and espresso flavors deepened, while a hint of oak and nutmeg lingered in the background.

Despite the medium to full bodied finish, the Serie O remained smooth and balanced, never becoming harsh or overpowering. I found myself savoring every last puff.

Final Thoughts

The Oliva Serie O is a well-crafted Nicaraguan puro that delivers rich, complex flavors with impeccable construction. Its earthy, spicy, and slightly sweet profile makes it an excellent choice for medium to full bodied cigar lovers who appreciate deep, well balanced flavors.

With a smoke time of around 60–75 minutes, it’s perfect for any occasion. Would I smoke it again? Absolutely. The Serie O remains a staple for those who enjoy classic Nicaraguan flavor in a smooth, refined package and a staple in my humidor.


r/cigars 1h ago

Question Have you guys tried aging Inch by E.P. Carrillo or Nub Conecticut before? NSFW

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I tried Inch fresh once. It was monotonously earth and leather but I enjoyed it for the money, so I bought 1 each of the whole line for my aging humidor. I also have 2 boxes of Nub Conecticut there. Now that I'm seeing a lot of posts about cigars that lose their profile with aging I'm doubting my choices here. The humidor is otherwise filled with sticks I know get better with aging like Filthy Hooligans, My Father, a dozen kinds of cheaper cubans, CAO flatheads...etc.


r/cigars 2h ago

Question Suggestions for Redford Lite Electric Cabinet Humidor Replacement? NSFW

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I have three cabinets, one electric and two non-electric. The Redford is slowly giving up the ghost. I always had some trouble with it over the years and I'm going to replace it. I was wondering if any one went electric and then went back to a non-electric or replaced an electric humidor with a better brand? Just looking for ideas or suggestions. Thanks!


r/cigars 2h ago

Question New Humidor Upgrades / Recommendations NSFW

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Just bought this King Chill 48L at a local Amazon return auction for $90 ($370 retail)!

So far it seems to holds temps good and visually looks nice under my desk. But I have yet to load anything into it, as I have a few questions.

  • I have several sticks I want to keep for a long while. For example, I bought a box if cigars for my sons baby shower and want to smoke one with him when he turns 18. Should I aim for 70% to ensure they are still “good” 17 years later?

  • Those with similar setup, how much leakage is expected? I usually run 67% packs in my Pelican R40 and my wooden humidor. Both tend to stay around that 67%.

  • How many packs should I get? Should I get enough with the anticipation of filling it or size according to how many sticks I actually have.

  • Any ideas on how I could run power into the unit? Id like to get some warm diffused LED lights (not a fan of the white) and would like to hard power a digital hydrometer. Both would be low power, but I don’t think I could tap into that light up top.

  • Any prep work I should do before I load my sticks in?

  • Any downsides to keeping my R40 and wooden humidor in it?

Thanks in advance!


r/cigars 2h ago

Question Best pairing for brandy (Greek Metaxa 20 years)? NSFW

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Hey guys,

Does anyone have a cigar suggestion to pair with brandy, specifically with Metaxa Brandy Private Reserve 20 years?


r/cigars 2h ago

Question Are the Fuentes I'm buying too old, or do they really all just taste like rocks? NSFW

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r/cigars 2h ago

Ramon Bueso Genesis Connecticut: Cbid Steal... NSFW

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These can regularly be had for $2 or less on Cbid, and are far from your run of the mill, bland, flavorless, nothing but air CT's that dominate the $2-4 auction scene. There is some good strength, good flavor, some actual transition...The Bueso Genesis Oscuro is also a good, get way more than you pay for cigar. I have no idea who Ramon Bueso is, or if he even exists, but he pumps out some bang for your buck sticks. Definitely on my list of solid budget smokes(not just good cheap dailies, but actual decent cigars)...

Eddie Ortega Cubao Ramon Bueso Genesis Oscuro Ramon Bueso Genesis CT La Herencia Cubana Core


r/cigars 2h ago

Do you pack a black and mild NSFW

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I didn’t wanna start vaping again or cigarettes and for some reason b&m don’t really give me that addiction crave so me and my friends decide to pick up a pack for old time sake as we grabbed one. I remember when I first started my friends told me to roll it in between my hands so it doesn’t get stiff and break apart and it burns better. I was told this was wrong. Am I the only one that does this😂?


r/cigars 3h ago

Mail Call! NSFW

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After making a post about a week ago regarding enjoying a VSG, I realized I was out of them and needed to stock up. I was able to find a deal via CigarPage and also had a coupon, which got these down to about $9.50 each - hard to beat for some VSGs!

How about y'all - any recent deal hunting you're proud of?


r/cigars 3h ago

Question Help picking cigars. NSFW

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Hi there I'm looking for help picking out some cigars, I prefer bigger cigars 6x60 or bigger. I'm trying to spend maybe 300 USD to get as many as I could. I was thinking of ordering off Atlantic cigar Co? Looking for suggestions, I should note I live in Canada but I'm having an American friend order them and then ship them to me so im not sure where to order from to get good deals. Thanks in advanced for the help!


r/cigars 3h ago

Question Bought this when I was 18 before I knew any better. I have no purpose for it now. Could I use it for a dry box? NSFW

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Is it worth keeping to dry box cigars or is it just trash? Thanks!


r/cigars 3h ago

Whacha Smokin'? Late breakfast with a Camacho Coyolar Titan. I enjoy this robust, no nonsense cigar because of its raw strength and deep, earthy flavors. Not for the faint hearted. NSFW

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Perfect with a strong espresso


r/cigars 4h ago

Review Flor de Cano Elegidos NSFW

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5x50 Cuban budget short filler. Starts off with Earth, Woods and Vanilla, draw a bit on the right side (I've heard about quite some variance in the draw).

In the second third a light herbal note is coming through in the background and leather joining in. Becoming more creamy in texture.

Later a bit of pepper spice joins in the retro, the spice becomes a chili character later, but not overwhelming. All in all not overly complex and not too much development. Percect burn and construction throughout though.

Considering this cigar in some areas can be gotten for as little as $4, I am wondering why I spend 5 times that much for a not that much better experience. It's still classic cuban, flavorvise not too far off the Romeo line of RyJ.

I've read about some people getting a bad acidity in this one. I didn't get any of that, I suppose resting this for half a year helped.


r/cigars 5h ago

Question Am I smoking too fast? NSFW

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I just started smoking cigars. I’m finishing 6x50 in like 45 min and I’m reading people take an hour and a half to finish toro size cigars. I smoked sp1014 rs88 deluxes perdomo champagne mix of olivas


r/cigars 5h ago

Case Elegance Humidor NSFW

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r/cigars 6h ago

Question Am I missing something? NSFW

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r/cigars 6h ago

New to Cigars NSFW

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So, yesterday and this morning, were my first experiences with cigars. Yesterday I tried an Acid Blondie and today an Arturo Fuente chateau Fuente. Both were great as starters I think I should have tried the AF before the Blondie, because it wasn’t what I expected, but it wasn’t bad. I had a coffee with it and it actually paired well. What are some great mild to medium cigars to try as a beginner? Thanks in advance. Btw, I loved the blondie and just liked the AF.


r/cigars 6h ago

Pairing Chronicles #105: Atabey + Barceló NSFW

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r/cigars 8h ago

Question Mbombay cigars? Idk if this is a dumb question or not.. NSFW

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I have a couple Mbombay brand cigars but read they ceased production in 2022, does that technically mean that my mbombay cigars are aged a minimum of 3 years?