FOH'ers Daily Smoke

[JohnS]

Cigars I've had recently...

1) Montecristo No.1 (Thanks Nick)

Here's proof that cigars are quite robust, and a quality cigar that's constructed well can still turn out to be a good smoke. I rated this very highly, with a typical Montecristo profile of Leather, Coffee, Wood, Cocoa and Tobacco, yet all the flavours were smooth and subtle. Gifted by my brother-in-law, these were purchased duty-free by my other brother-in-law, George and kept in less than ideal conditions in his humidor (too dry). With love and patience, these were restored slowly and this one turned out to be a fine cigar!

2) Cuaba Distinguidos EML Mar 2014

This was my 4th from a box of 10. Unfortunately, for me, this rated only average on account of the fact that the nut, citrus, pepper flavours were muted and the shortbread and tobacco were more dominant. Alas, the other four from the box were eagerly enjoyed and so I've put away the other 5 for a long-term rest. (Indeed, I've just consulted my Cuban Cigar Website Smoking Diary and noted that my 5th was rated 'outstanding'.)

3) Montecristo Habanos Anejados Churchill LSM Feb 2008

When I got these a 'year and a bit' ago, I found that the first one or two I had weren't too far removed from a Montecristo No.1 profile. However, as I've smoked a few more since then, I've found that, on the whole, they've been a lot fuller than I expected, closer in profile to a Ramon Allones Gigantes. Still, I didn't mind the leather, coffee, cocoa, nut and tobacco combination on offer here, and one thing I can say about these Montecristo Anejados cigars is that they've all had excellent construction.

4) Bolivar Tubos No.1 ULA Mar 2015

Last year, I was fortunate enough to sample this cigar from El Presidente himself, and boy did I enjoy the marzipan and floral notes! This wasn't quite up to that standard, but the leather, Earth, coffee, cocoa and tobacco profile was a nice 'change-of-pace'. I don't gravitate towards 'Earthy' cigars, but this was more on the 'mild' side for Bolivar, and so was agreeable to my palate.

5) Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial (Thanks Geoff)

When it comes to Hoyo de Monterrey, I really like the creaminess one associates with the aged Le Hoyo line. This Epicure Especial had your standard Hoyo de Monterrey wood, spice, tobacco, cedar and vanilla, and surprisingly was a touch over medium. I would have preferred it milder. If I were to have it again, I would let it rest longer to enjoy its nuances. Still, I'm thankful to you, Geoff for allowing me to sample this cigar.

6) H.Upmann Petit Corona ROA Ago 2006

Well, well, well...these have been a sensation. The first one I had from this box split was medium in strength and peppery, the rest have been milder, creamier and pleasant in shortbread and that 'Upmann' aged tobacco we all know and love (together with hints of coffee and cedar). I have seven left, but I don't plan to rest them!

7) H.Upmann Magnum 50 AGU Dic 2008 (Thanks John and Jimmy)

I've had two gifted H.Upmann Magnum 50's gifted to me this year and I found that I enjoyed them within weeks of each other. They were both very similar, medium to medium-full with dominant leather and coffee, together with wood, hints of spice, tobacco and shortbread. Thank you kindly John and Jimmy (n.b, Jimmy's cigar had the box code, I would guess that John's was also aged, possibly 3-5 years minimum)!

8) Montecristo No.2 OPG Jun 2015

When you can get onto a 'seam' of quality Montecristo No.2's (or 4's) you truly marvel at how good these can be. I've had a frustrating run with consistency with Monte 2's in the past year, but thankfully I've been able to get a hold of these beauties. Cocoa predominantly, with coffee, nut and tobacco in flavour, I've quickly consumed 5 from a 10-count box, and have decided to rest the remaining for a little while.

[Jimboh]

RGPC

 

[strikethebox7]

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Have you ever reviewed the ksa? Not that I will ever get a chance to smoke one, but man do they look good, would love to get ur thoughts on its flavor profile!

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[rmill3r]

RyJ Ex 4 and HURR for this holiday weekend. Happy 4th!

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[RWhiz]

Happy Fourth guys!

 

[Aardwolf]

Parti CJ; Happy 4th!

[ChrisMG]

2010 Fonseca No 4 Benelux

Picked up a couple of these while in Belgium for my honeymoon back in November

[Lotusguy]

Closed the pre-party yesterday with a decent SLR Serie A

[Easttide]

At lake all weekend but remembered to snap a few pics.

14 BCJ

14 Monte No. 1

14 HU MAG 46

[cosmoker]

Partagas Lusi

[billh1]

Broke in the FOH ashtray with a OWH DIC 05 RyJ Churchill Tubo and a ULA MAY 14 RASS...

Happy 4th,

Cheers!

Bill

[Cubatabaco]

2006 RASS

Happy 4th of July to my American friends!

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[Cubatabaco]

Partagas Lusi

Be careful with that crack up there. Cheers!

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[Mr.T]

Hope everyone had a great 4th with family and fiends. I enjoyed mine with an excellent Diplomaticos 2...lovely notes of wood, sweet spice and cream...

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[GlennC]

RyJ Cazador (SOA SEP07) to celebrate the 4th. These have aged nicely. Still potent, but tamed a bit. Very enjoyable.

 

[gweilgi]

Because the sun was shining today.

Because life is good.

Because rum and ginger beer needs something to go with it.

Because I felt the need to treat myself. 

Because ... why the hell not.  Life is too short for bad cigars and cheap women (or was it the other way round).

[LutzSpearo]

I still prefer the RAS, but can totally see the RACA tearing it up in a few years. I'd like more boxes of both.

[saintsmokealot]

[Akela3rd]

What else are you going to do on a Tuesday?

[Akela3rd]

What else are you going to do on a Tuesday?

[RWhiz]

Punch Punch, coffee, my son and my dog.

 

[smokeyjoe01]

Punch Punch, coffee, my son and my dog.

 

Snap!

[saintsmokealot]

[Aardwolf]

NC SLR Alloy:

[schubb]

Got rained out last night on the 4th, so tonight is Upmann #2 and a glass of Plantation 20th Anniversary rum. Love this rum, seems to go well with a lot of different cigars.