Hash Posted November 26, 2014 Posted November 26, 2014 It depends on where you buy it. Glass top boxes ONLY in 15's. Hi, were not the glass top esplendidos all fake!
oliverdst Posted November 26, 2014 Posted November 26, 2014 Hi, were not the glass top esplendidos all fake! Yes, Hash, they are always fake. I was just kidding. Do not buy anything in glass top. 1
oliverdst Posted November 26, 2014 Posted November 26, 2014 US$530 in Switzerland. Those 1966's I let pass some weeks ago... are... killing... me...
Lotusguy Posted November 26, 2014 Posted November 26, 2014 US$530 in Switzerland. Those 1966's I let pass some weeks ago... are... killing... me... Why? You can get tastier sticks for $10 a pop. 1
oliverdst Posted November 26, 2014 Posted November 26, 2014 Why? You can get tastier sticks for $10 a pop. Sure. This is the endless debate. But I'd like to try some 66's. 1
El Presidente Posted November 26, 2014 Posted November 26, 2014 I had the opportunity to try one of these in Havana last week. A fat cigar indeed and not my normal preference as a vitola as I prefer 50 or less. As a result I was hoping that this cigar was going to be a dud. Unfortunately it was far from the dog rocket I was hoping for. A robust flavour profile and surprisingly smooth considering its youth. If I were doing this blind there I would not have pegged this as a cohiba. If I were to draw a comparison I would say that someone decided to blend a Cohiba 1966 with a Monte 520 and this is what they came up with. It was noted by a friend, who was smoking this cigar with me, that this cigar it is like the best of two different women. One that knows how to cook and the other who knows the ways of seduction. This cigar is a keeper. Spot on Tom. I had half a dozen last week and you nailed the description. I wasn't expecting too much I have to say but they were the cigar of the week for me along with a few Hamlet "Fat Lanceros"....ie a Lonsdale that he rolled for me. One day he will again roll a true lancero for me! None of the new Cohiba have hit here as yet. I have no idea re pricing. 3
Strada Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Word is that we are just about to get these in Canada. We have the Selection Privada and Super Corona already.
dpodiluk Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Sounds like I might have to invest in a box once they come in.
ewipper Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 I saw them in the window at the sex shop here at Greenwich village. 4
CanuckSARTech Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Accidentally deleted the photo from my iPhone. Crappola. Trying to recover it. Not sure if Gary or Peter or one of the other guys that saw it with me took a picture too. EDIT - believe that the code was Sep 14 "OEP". 1
stukibuilt Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Man, I thought this was going to be one I could pass on without a second thought due to the huge RG not being my thing. All these positive experiences are causing me to rethink my stance.
maverickdrinker Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Damn you tom and rob.....was hoping it was not going to be good....
polarbear Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Man, I thought this was going to be one I could pass on without a second thought due to the huge RG not being my thing. All these positive experiences are causing me to rethink my stance. At $51us a stick, size was the least of my issues when it came to purchasing a box 1
ramon_cojones Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Man, I thought this was going to be one I could pass on without a second thought due to the huge RG not being my thing. All these positive experiences are causing me to rethink my stance. For me the rg precludes everything else, if I can't comfortable fit it between my teeth then it is a no go for me because the experience is awkward. I've had a couple bhk 56s and I have zero interest personally in ever smoking something that large again. And it's not like there aren't a hundred great cigars out there I can't enjoy that have been produced for so long without one new one in almost 2015 being introduced that I can't live without. You guys complain about the lack of skinnies but then contradict yourselves by condoning habanos new direction. If you guys enjoy that's fine, but let's stop the whining about the eradication of thin gauge cigars (except those of us who exclusively smoke them). 3
stukibuilt Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 At $51us a stick, size was the least of my issues when it came to purchasing a boxI hear you on that. It is pretty nuts. With the price in mind I honestly never intended on an entire box for myself. I'd consider a split or settle for a few singles.
LLC Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 Accidentally deleted the photo from my iPhone. Crappola. Trying to recover it. Not sure if Gary or Peter or one of the other guys that saw it with me took a picture too. EDIT - believe that the code was Sep 14 "OEP". I did not take a picture. Sorry.
stukibuilt Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 For me the rg precludes everything else, if I can't comfortable fit it between my teeth then it is a no go for me because the experience is awkward. I've had a couple bhk 56s and I have zero interest personally in ever smoking something that large again. And it's not like there aren't a hundred great cigars out there I can't enjoy that have been produced for so long without one new one in almost 2015 being introduced that I can't live without. You guys complain about the lack of skinnies but then contradict yourselves by condoning habanos new direction. If you guys enjoy that's fine, but let's stop the whining about the eradication of thin gauge cigars (except those of us who exclusively smoke them).Don't get me wrong. I'm not condoning their (habanos SA) direction, but if it actually tastes good then that's why I'd give one or two a go. I'm not going deep by any means. The reason why I personally don't smoke large RG is more about the lack of flavor they tend to have more than a comfort thing.
Versus1ss Posted November 27, 2014 Posted November 27, 2014 I may end up getting a box and if It doesn't do anything for me hold it for a few years then sell/trade.
El Presidente Posted November 28, 2014 Posted November 28, 2014 For me the rg precludes everything else, if I can't comfortable fit it between my teeth then it is a no go for me because the experience is awkward. I've had a couple bhk 56s and I have zero interest personally in ever smoking something that large again. And it's not like there aren't a hundred great cigars out there I can't enjoy that have been produced for so long without one new one in almost 2015 being introduced that I can't live without. You guys complain about the lack of skinnies but then contradict yourselves by condoning habanos new direction. If you guys enjoy that's fine, but let's stop the whining about the eradication of thin gauge cigars (except those of us who exclusively smoke them). In my humble opinion a good/great cigar is a good/great cigar and if the flavour/balance complexity is there then Kudos. I have only had half a dozen of these and found them to be excellent. However will I go deep? Personally no. I don't like the gauge. I will continue to reach for a mag 46/Siglo IV/898/Boli PC/Especial etc because that is what I like to smoke myself. We all know that if they nail the blend and get consistency right the Cohiba Supremo Maximus Gargantus will sell like hot cakes across the globe. The reasons for purchasing them will vary as will the reasons why people will not. The harsh reality is that Skinnies do not sell (at this time) in the commercial quantities required to invest in a new release (let alone retain some of the old ones). They have left it to the Distributors to play with Skinnies and fund it themselves. There hasn't been a rush. The Cohiba LE was a safe bet = maximum ROI and a likely quick stock turnover. I don't begrudge them that. What I would like is a little.....just a little adventure in the decision making. bring on the Cohiba LE's or 58/60 gauge.....but throw out one super premium (and that is what they would do ) such as a RA Lancero. Do so at a 1/3 the quantity as a trial. 1
Popular Post polarbear Posted November 28, 2014 Popular Post Posted November 28, 2014 I'd buy the crap out of a RA Lancero! 5
shlomo Posted November 28, 2014 Posted November 28, 2014 In my humble opinion a good/great cigar is a good/great cigar and if the flavour/balance complexity is there then Kudos. I have only had half a dozen of these and found them to be excellent. However will I go deep? Personally no. I don't like the gauge. I will continue to reach for a mag 46/Siglo IV/898/Boli PC/Especial etc because that is what I like to smoke myself. We all know that if they nail the blend and get consistency right the Cohiba Supremo Maximus Gargantus will sell like hot cakes across the globe. The reasons for purchasing them will vary as will the reasons why people will not. The harsh reality is that Skinnies do not sell (at this time) in the commercial quantities required to invest in a new release (let alone retain some of the old ones). They have left it to the Distributors to play with Skinnies and fund it themselves. There hasn't been a rush. The Cohiba LE was a safe bet = maximum ROI and a likely quick stock turnover. I don't begrudge them that. What I would like is a little.....just a little adventure in the decision making. bring on the Cohiba LE's or 58/60 gauge.....but throw out one super premium (and that is what they would do ) such as a RA Lancero. Do so at a 1/3 the quantity as a trial. I don't think consistency or "nailing" the blend will make a lick of difference. They can taste like swere rat droppings and they will sell out FAST. Like you said....for a variety of reasons. People will like the taste People will think they like the taste because they are "supposed to" People will think they like the taste because it is lousy to spend that much onm something and not enjoy it. People will buy for investment People will buy as gifts People will buy just because they are Cohiba People will buy for whatever other reason.....People will buy. 3
emr Posted November 28, 2014 Posted November 28, 2014 What is going on with Cubans? Jaw-breakers next?!
Lotusguy Posted November 28, 2014 Posted November 28, 2014 Until people start voting with their freaking wallets and stop buying this stuff, nothing is going to change. I am putting a stake in the ground personally and will not even touch a single stick. I do not support this shite. 2
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