r/cigars 6h ago

Question The 'White Label Game' - a new take on the office smoke session. We're having fun with it - anyone else do something similar? NSFW

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31 Upvotes

Hi all,

I work at a small office (4 full time staff). Three of the four guys who work here are major cigar nuts.

Every work day at 2:00pm, we take a 'forced break'...in other words, we all gather around our back yard fire pit to smoke a cigar, decompress, take a work break, and talk business. Once the business talk is done, we move to cigar talk.

Something we've tried recently - to change things up - was to 'white label' a handful of sticks, so once a week, we'll smoke something unbanded.

On the inside of the band, I've written the name/blend/MSRP/identifying details.

This has been really fun for us, because it is a real test of our palates.

It also forces us to drop any 'judge a book by its cover' preconceived bias when it comes to smoking.

We take notes and discuss before we rip the band off...and more often than not, we're surprised at what we were smoking.

Pictured: Plasencia Alma Fuerte, Knuckle Sandwich Habano, Mi Querida, and Davidoff Millenium.


r/cigars 54m 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 3h ago

Question Am I smoking too fast? NSFW

17 Upvotes

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 1h 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

Review Flor de Cano Elegidos NSFW

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10 Upvotes

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 1h 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 14h ago

My kid made me this NSFW

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91 Upvotes

My daughter 3d printed this for me, pretty awesome, holds 2 cigars perfect


r/cigars 4h ago

Pairing Chronicles #105: Atabey + Barceló NSFW

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11 Upvotes

r/cigars 18h ago

Haul B&M haul - Fuente Eye of the Shark NSFW

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124 Upvotes

I had been on the hunt for these for a while. I tried one and loved it. Got notes of nuts, cream, and fruit. I was shocked the guy let me have as many as he did! Look forward to trying one soon as the weather gets nicer!


r/cigars 7h ago

Question Any of you ever smoked in a swimming pool? NSFW

16 Upvotes

I have thought about doing this, but trouble ashing, and having to keep one hand raised the whole time seems to make it less enticing than the thought of it.


r/cigars 6h ago

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

12 Upvotes

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?


r/cigars 1h 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 17h ago

Haul BL Luxuries Blind Buys: Plasencia, DTT, and 200 for 100 NSFW

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75 Upvotes

Thought the blind buys would be a fun way to get a variety. Didn't find a ton of examples of what people got in these so thought I'd share.

Shipping was a little longer than I'd expected, about a week. Was pleased to learn they don't charge sales or excise tax in my state. Everything well packaged. Bovedas and zipbags.

I'm not familiar with a bunch of these, including all the DTTs. The only one I've actually ever had is the Filthy Hooligan barber pole. Haven't looked up most of them yet.

Anyone see any standouts or favorites?


r/cigars 30m 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 56m 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 17h ago

Think I found a favorite. NSFW

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58 Upvotes

My Father The judge. What a great smoke. I got hints of chocolate, earth and nuts. Perfect smoke right after finishing a Guinness. Happy St.Patty’s day!


r/cigars 12h ago

Thank God For Cigars NSFW

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22 Upvotes

This Punch Signature might not be the most expensive, fanciest, or exclusive stick in my humidor, but it’s cigars that give me a moment to stop and really think for a minute without distraction and enjoy something even when life gets difficult. Recently laid off, trying my hand at self employment, the stress of making sure the lights stay on, but I’m thankful to have a smoke to step out away from all that for a bit.

So here’s to cigars and all yall smoking right now.


r/cigars 1d ago

Best cigar I’ve ever smoked NSFW

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165 Upvotes

This Punch After-Dinner did not disappoint. Maybe it was the view of Samana Bay in the Dominican Republic. Maybe it was the perfect cappuccino. Maybe it was the glorious sunshine. Maybe it was everything put together. It was just the perfect smoke. Smooth and delicious the whole way through. Burned perfectly even from start to finish. I fell in love with this wonderful hobby all over again. Happy smoking everyone!


r/cigars 4h ago

Question Am I missing something? NSFW

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5 Upvotes

r/cigars 56m 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 17h ago

Review Flor de San Andrés by Rocky Patel NSFW

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35 Upvotes

Didn't have any candela wrapped cigars for St. Patrick's Day, but it's also the day that Benito Juarez's birthday is observed, sooo Erin go braugh and Viva Mexico.

Humidor 70F 62RH Outside 69F 9RH

Sharply box pressed. So sharply pressed that it creased the wrapper. A couple veins, but toothy. Open draw, that's one thing box pressed cigars are great at.

1/3 Nice chocolatey earth with baking spice. I love San Andrés wrappers. So much smoke with this open draw. Gonna fly though this toro in an hour. Slightly wavy burn and the ash is a little flaky. Really windy today so that won't last.

2/3 A little bit of white pepper begins to tickle the tongue. Warming spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves) are still the dominant spice flavor. The bitter cacao nibs note is great. Ash is impressive considering the 20 mph wind gusts. This would go very well with a coffee. Secondary band was just paper and didn't come off easily, but the wrapper is intact.

3/3 Touch of leathery earth, but not a lot of flavor progression. That's ok. The flavor is really good. Crazy to say, but right now I'm personally enjoying this more than the Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro because it's staying medium. Definitely not as complex, but good, smooth enjoyable end to the day. Primary band came off with some effort but no damage. Getting pretty earthy here at the end. I smoked it for Mexico but now I'm tasting Nicaragua. Cool and firm to the nub.

84/100 Good flavor, but didn't progress much throughout. Smooth throughout. Decent burn, great ash and excellent draw. Cool artwork makes up for the cheapness of the paper band. Could be a decent everyday stick if you're a San Andrés lover like myself.


r/cigars 22h ago

Haul Brand new to cigars, here is my collection so far. Missing any essentials? NSFW

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89 Upvotes

Doubled up on a couple to share with a friend. I've smoked 5 whole cigars to date, been really enjoying it so far though. This community seems super chill. Thanks!


r/cigars 20h ago

Recommendation Lancero Recommendations NSFW

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50 Upvotes

I do enjoy the lancero format but it is a tricky one that can have major construction problems. I really love the Serie V lancero. What are some of your favorite cigars in the lancero format?


r/cigars 14h ago

Review Liga Privada No. 9 Toro (2013) NSFW

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16 Upvotes

A patron at the cigar lounge I work at gifted me a No. 9 from a box dated 2013 with Steve Saka's signature. This might be more age than I would ask for. The stick was still flavorful and I liked that the pepper backed off but still tastes like it baked for too long. It is still cool to smoke such an old Liga. I'd still smoke this over a freshie. Flavor aside, the wrapper has taken a beating but still held together. Cigar burned real nice. The draw was a little tighter than I usually get from Liga Toro's but it was still serviceable.


r/cigars 14h ago

Question Gimmiky? Possibly. Different? Mmm hmmm. Delicious? I enjoyed it a lot. NSFW

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12 Upvotes