FamilyTruckster

Exec Director, Major Accounts

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Cigar thread

Don’t see anything in the search bar.

Some have mentioned previously that they enjoy a cigar (celebratory or otherwise)

Enjoy them? Hate them? What’s in your humidor?

Personally, I have a mix. Dominicans, domestics from Tampa, and some just outside of FL :) Ashton cabinets and Rocky 10’s for gatherings, then some H Upmann’s for celebrations. Currently enjoying a short filler Quintero favorito.

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CuriousFox

WR Officer

🦊

I don't smoke them but I have on an occasion or two. I am here to learn. 🥂

CoorsKing

WR Officer

Retired King of the Coors Knights

Considering how much you grill/cook I’m surprised! A cigar plus some nice whiskey is a great combo whenever I’m grilling/smoking something fancy

CuriousFox

WR Officer

🦊

Oh there's evidence out there in the wild...on my bbq team page and IG for sure...I just don't know enough about them to have a classy conversation.

Incognito

WR Officer

Master of Disaster

@CuriousFox I would like to learn as well! A whiskey pairing sounds 🏆

BmajoR

Arsonist

Account Executive

I could just imagine Fox with a Churchill hanging out while she handles some ribs on the grill

Incognito

WR Officer

Master of Disaster

That would be great thanks. My soonest availability is Thursday at 3:15 or Friday at 2:45.

BmajoR

Arsonist

Account Executive

Best I can do is April 31 in 2023 at 4am

Incognito

WR Officer

Master of Disaster

Let me circle back with you on this - no need to boil the ocean. Let’s think outside the box and take it offline so we can see eye to eye for a win-win.

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

Best advice I can give -

1. start simple. Try a couple different wrapper types. personally, I can’t do a Connecticut wrapper. Too spicy and leaves me breathing fire the next day. Deeper browns into maduro for me.

2. don’t blow the bank the first few times. Keep it under $10 a stick in general. Tons of options under that price.

3. don’t get crazy with pairing. If you have a certain beverage you enjoy, find a few that match. But I’d recommend starting with water.

4. Don’t buy massively long cigars! Most of the time you’re not going to finish it, or if you hate it you’re wasting money.

5. There are TONS of cigars out there. Just because something has a poor/high rating doesn’t mean you won’t enjoy it. Some of my favorite smokes (that I’ve gotten compliments when shared) are $2 Cubans.

SiliconBBQ

Politicker

The Metal Rooster

Any non-booze recommended beverage pairings?

I stopped drinking the second week in January and like where the momentum's taken me. Always smoked cigars with good rum or whiskey and it's been years, but headed out of town for a week to the beach and thought of picking up some cigars.

I've heard coffee recommended and definitely gotten down on some nicotine and java but don't ever recall drinking coffee with a cigar.

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

Absolutely go with coffee. Personally, I go with an espresso or cappuccino, but any coffee works!

Outside of coffee or water, I wouldn’t do anything with heavy acidity or too much carbonation.

champchamp

Arsonist

Certified Savage

Thanks for the advice. Mind sharing the brand of those $2 cubans?

bamageorge

Celebrated Contributor

International Sales Director

I used to work in the cigar business in DR, can certify Dominican cigars are elite.

Kinonez

Celebrated Contributor

-1

War Room Enthusiast

I agree with this, Domican Cigars are legit!

bamageorge

Celebrated Contributor

International Sales Director

Ohh... H. Upmann & Montecristo.

hh456

Celebrated Contributor

sales

- Whole cigars - 1% - 2% - extra strength - no pulp - Doritos locos cigars - mikes hard cigars

Cornholio

Opinionated

Account Executive

Dominicans are as good as anything you can get. Romeo y Julieta are some of my favorite. They’re a huge brand in Cuba but also make cigars in the DR. Should be able to find them in most shops.

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

Can’t go wrong with R&J

softwarebro

Politicker

Sales Director

Padron 1926.

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

Strong choice. Padron makes awesome cigars.

SharkTank

Opinionated

Branch Director

Played golf with them in Florida. Just shoot a text and a box arrives in a few days. Amazing stuff. Nicaraguan all day.

desperado

Politicker

Head of Sales

I only smoke Dominicans when I do indulge in cigars. For the noobs in the thread, Often, cigars are a lot like beer in the sense that darker wrap = heavier, lighter wrap = lighter. There are even some “champagne” cigars that come out of Connecticut iirc. (Good for the golf course when you’re not with fellow cigar brethren) My go to is any Dominican robusto with a thick smoke and a glass of scotch or a dark porter with Hershey’s kisses. Yum

CadenceCombat

Tycoon

Account Executive

Anyone ever try a Gurkha Ghost? Pretty legit, in my opinion.

jefe

Arsonist

🍁

I enjoy a nice Cuban on a special occasion, but tend to opt for smaller ones. As nice as it is to smoke a fat stogie, it takes so damn long and I find there are diminishing returns on enjoyment.

Great to be in Canada and have access :D

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

Definitely nice!

I agree. I prefer a bigger ring gauge with a smaller overall length. Puns to follow I’m sure :P

jefe

Arsonist

🍁

HA! Too easy.

Haven't seen many of those, TBH, but sounds nice. I do like some girth...

Blackwargreymon

Politicker

MDR

I used to work in the cigar business in DR, can certify Dominican cigars are elite.

mycoffeesgonecold

Good Citizen

Solutions Engineer

Advice for someone who's been hesitant in the past to ask "Where do I start?"... ? The missus tells me to just buy a box of Cubans but I'm not sure if that's just good marketing?

I've had plenty at weddings that I have enjoyed, but never purchased myself.

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

You definitely can, but the issue is if you don’t like them, you’re stuck with an entire box. I would start with individuals until you’ve had a few different types. Several online cigar shops (not endorsing any) will have mix packs you can try out. I would start there.

BeatCancer

Fire Starter

Account Executive

May I ask what is a good one for a beginner?

I know you need a good lighter and cutter etc so am I better of finding someone to leech from?

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

Fancy cutters and lighters are a flex more than anything. Head over to Amazon and buy 5 torch lighters for under 10 bucks. No need to break the bank. Same goes for a cutter. Buy a cheap one and when you break it get a new one. Or buy more cheap units :) If you’re new, I’d suggest a Nub top 10 sampler. Cigars are small in length (4”) but pack a good ring gauge (circumference). Run you about $5 a cigar.

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

As far as cutter styles (single blade, V blade, punch, etc etc)… go with a plastic single. You’re not going to realize a difference at first. Clean cut, clean light. Those are key. Punches are great for a smaller gauge if you don’t want to hack up the wrapper, or to keep on a key ring.

BeatCancer

Fire Starter

Account Executive

Just the response I needed. We don't have amazon in denmark, however I have colleagues coming over from the UK and may go back soon, if my recovery keeps going in the right direction

Beercules

Politicker

SDR

I typically buy anything in the mild taste/$10 range - I need to learn some brand names

Trident22

Good Citizen

Territory Sales Manager

Anything from La Flor Dominicana is absolute gold imo.

FamilyTruckster

Politicker

Exec Director, Major Accounts

Haven’t had them before. Will have to add to the pick list

Trident22

Good Citizen

Territory Sales Manager

Be careful of their Ligero and Double Ligero line...very strong

Error32

Politicker

ISR

With how things are going I'm hesitant to sign up for the 3 conferences that are scheduled for oct and november...

champchamp

Arsonist

Certified Savage

Recently started smoking them a bit more often so I'm new in this but my favorite so far was an H Upmann. Truly enjoyed it.

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