Smoking a great cigar thanks to...

[jcarlton]

Smoking a Padron 26 thanks to Travis, he gifted it to me at the herf up in Colorado Springs a few months ago.

Thanks brother, this is a great smoke. It has turned a tough day into a great night. :salute:

[tdp]

You know, the greatest hope when you give someone a cigar is that it'll take a couple hours of someone's life and make them better, so cheers!

(also I love these threads!)

[BackwardsGolfer]

I had an RP Fusion MM this morning on my way into work.. graciously gifted by my neighbor..

interesting stick, i was expecting more 'in your face' flavor but it was nice and understated. My french roast totally overpowered the flavor... it had a stiff draw which i wasnt too thrilled with but like i said, an interesting stick that needs more investigation but probably not at the box level

[jcarlton]

Just getting ready to smoke a RyL Churchill gifted to me from Fred. I think he said it is an 01 :youaretheman:.

[tdp]

I just sat and smoked a beautiful RyJ Escudos thanks to Henry, while watching Colorado State beat Fresno. It made for a perfect Saturday afternoon.

[physiognomy]

Last night I smoked a Secretos thanks to Zach... I took my time & enjoyed every last second of this cigar. Thanks mate!

[opusfxd]

Tonight I smoked a Diplimatocos #4 thanks to Henry and a Monte #1 thanks to Scott. Both are on my to acquire list.

Loved both of them right down to my fingertips!!

[moglman]

Tonight I smoked a Diplimatocos #4 thanks to Henry and a Monte #1 thanks to Scott. Both are on my to acquire list.

Loved both of them right down to my fingertips!!

I love the Monte #1s but that was an '01 Monte Especial No. 1. Glad you liked it Dave.

I smoked an RG Panatella Extra from Peter, a '98 Punch Corona from Fred and a RASCC from Glenn. All were excellent cigars. Thank you guys.

[hsmunoz]

Tonight I smoked a Diplimatocos #4 thanks to Henry and a Monte #1 thanks to Scott. Both are on my to acquire list.

Loved both of them right down to my fingertips!!

hey Dave,

did you pick up that twaginess in that Dip?
pretty interesting no?

[opusfxd]

It was a very interesting smoke indeed. Enjoyed about every second with it.

[moglman]

Thanks to Fred, I smoked a '01 VR Classicos yesterday which was excellent. Years ago, I used to expect different things from the Classicos based on the rest of the VR line. These deviate from the rest a bit and never fail to satisfy.

[workinonit50]

Thanks to Scott I smoked a ’98? La Flor de Cano. Quick review:
First third: Awful. Indescribable flavors, possibly vegetal vomit on barnyard. Maybe not that bad, but I was not used to it. Also my tongue swelled a little. Any other stick and I would have tossed it.
Second third: Much better. All bad taste gone and some woody notes.
Final third: very good. Toasty goodness.
Overall : not bad, burn was perfect and no relights.

Thank you for the experience.:youaretheman:

[moglman]

Boy Rich. I'm shocked you made it past the first. That experience would cause me to give up. I guess I'm only slightly relieved it improved a bit.

[zmancbr]

Thanks to Daniel I smoked a La riqueza last night. It was a pretty good little stick and I enjoyed it quite a bit! Thanks for the cigar! :sifone:

[Spect]

Thanks to Zach I smoked a Monte A this afternoon -this evening. Amazing cigar thanks.

[hsmunoz]

Thanks to Zach I smoked a Monte A this afternoon -this evening. Amazing cigar thanks.

shouldn't that have read " - this evening- next morning - and through the weekend?

for a monster like the "A"?

[zmancbr]

shouldn't that have read " - this evening- next morning - and through the weekend?

for a monster like the "A"?


Probably lol... It took me over 3 hours to finish that one off...:new_rofl:

[moglman]

Probably lol... It took me over 3 hours to finish that one off...:new_rofl:
Took Jamie just 2 hours and you 3. I guess that would mean it'd take Peter 4.

[zmancbr]

Took Jamie just 2 hours and you 3. I guess that would mean it'd take Peter 4.


Well when I say 3 it was more like 3:30 and I didn't finish the last 2 inches lol...I smoke pretty damn slow though, maybe not as slow as Peter, but a LOT slower than Jamie :new_rofl:

Didn't he knock down that 'A' in under 2 hours? I could swear it was like 1:30 lol..:D

[sepp]

Thanks to Ray I smoked a very nice SLR Serie A this afternoon; very tasty!

[Spect]

Well when I say 3 it was more like 3:30 and I didn't finish the last 2 inches lol...I smoke pretty damn slow though, maybe not as slow as Peter, but a LOT slower than Jamie :new_rofl:

Didn't he knock down that 'A' in under 2 hours? I could swear it was like 1:30 lol..:D

I bet Jamie could do 9.5 inches in under 45 minutes. :rofl::rofl:

[mojo65]

I bet Jamie could do 9.5 inches in under 45 minutes. :rofl::rofl:

:eek::17428::6837:

[webjunkie]

This went wrong real quick.

[jcarlton]

I bet Jamie could do 9.5 inches in under 45 minutes. :rofl::rofl:


:rofl: You kill me Ray :rofl:

[zmancbr]

I bet Ray could do 9.5 inches in under 45 minutes. :rofl::rofl:

Fixed that for ya... :new_rofl:

[Spect]

Your right I bet I could too.

[webjunkie]

Had a great CAO Mx2 that Mark gifted me.

[opusfxd]

Scott, thanks for that Cohiba Magicos I had tonight. I'm glad I had it with me.

[moglman]

You're welcome Dave. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Thanks to Peter for a SP Bachilleres. It was the third cigar of the day and still very flavorfull. Also, I have received several RS#11s over the past few months, so I'm not positive who gave me this one, but I smoked it at the driving range on Sat. A very good cigar, lots of twang, so thanks!

[RonaldMCd]

Currently enjoying a Tat Havana VI thanks to Dave. Thanks Dave, I love these sticks...and I'm loving this 70 degree January weather!

[workinonit50]

Smoked a H.Upmann thanks to Peter. I definitely have to get some of these. Thank You!:youaretheman:

[physiognomy]

Currently enjoying a Tat Havana VI thanks to Dave. ...and I'm loving this 70 degree January weather!

Bastard...:sifone::th_dancing-chicken::sifone:


Smoked a H.Upmann thanks to Peter. I definitely have to get some of these. Thank You!:youaretheman:

No worries Rich... Glad you enjoyed it mate! Those tubos are a favorite... I think a few others have them on their lists now as well :sifone:

[zmancbr]

... I think a few others have them on their lists now as well :sifone:

Yes we do... I will definitely have to get some in the near future... :D

[moglman]

I was somewhat close to HMS yesterday midday so I went to pick up my reading glasses. Thank you to Ray for the Hoyo du Roi I smoked while I was there. The draw was quite firm but there was plenty of twang and good woody notes. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

[hsmunoz]

a shout out to Mert for this fine Rafael Gonzalez Oct 00 Corona Extra I am enjoying on the patio.
punched the head , tested the draw, perfect, and torched it.
woody, what i describe as that "aged" cuban barnyard taste, that I like.

looking like a nice breakfast smoke with some coffee. hope the weather holds out for the next 90 minutes, or I am going to have to break into Zach's garage now that it is all tidied up.

thanks Mert!!

[LordOfWu]

a shout out to Mert for this fine Rafael Gonzalez Oct 00 Corona Extra I am enjoying on the patio.
punched the head , tested the draw, perfect, and torched it.
woody, what i describe as that "aged" cuban barnyard taste, that I like.

looking like a nice breakfast smoke with some coffee. hope the weather holds out for the next 90 minutes, or I am going to have to break into Zach's garage now that it is all tidied up.

thanks Mert!!

Glad you liked it Henry!

[zmancbr]

looking like a nice breakfast smoke with some coffee. hope the weather holds out for the next 90 minutes, or I am going to have to break into Zach's garage now that it is all tidied up.



It is pretty fancy looking at the moment... and with a nice 3 day weekend to work on it, I expect to be pretty much rapped up with it soon... can anyone say garage herf? :new_rofl:

[sepp]

Thanks to both Fred and Peter for the pleasant evening drive last nite and a week ago Thursday. A very nice 01 Sancho Panza Bachilleres both evenings.

Hmmm How do they get them so salty?

Thanks guys!

[zmancbr]

Thanks to both Fred and Peter for the pleasant evening drive last nite and a week ago Thursday. A very nice 01 Sancho Panza Bachilleres both evenings.

Hmmm How do they get them so salty?

Thanks guys!


Idk how they get em salty like that... but I like it. I'm glad I grabbed a couple boxes of them...:sifone:

[zmancbr]

I smoked that '99 Punch Churchill that Bruce hit me with and WOW was it good...Then I figured I better smoke that '03 Boli PC that Scott gave me and that was damn good too. It was a good night with some awesome cigars! Thanks guys!:sifone:

[jcarlton]

Thanks to both Fred and Peter for the pleasant evening drive last nite and a week ago Thursday. A very nice 01 Sancho Panza Bachilleres both evenings.

Hmmm How do they get them so salty?

Thanks guys!

The roller couldn't eat just one Lays potato chip.;)

[physiognomy]

Thanks to both Fred and Peter for the pleasant evening drive last nite and a week ago Thursday. A very nice 01 Sancho Panza Bachilleres both evenings.

Hmmm How do they get them so salty?

Thanks guys!

Glad you enjoyed it Glenn... One of my favorite small & flavorful smokes.

[hsmunoz]

last week while traveling ,I had
2000 SLR Serie A, good draw , stong stick, woody
Party De PArty , I little tight, but very smokeable, very nice complexity
Punch RS 11, good draw, nice

I think I got these on my birthday, so thanks to all you guys for the great sticks.

[sepp]

Perfect day to get back to walking the pup, she turned 1 year on Friday. Thanks to Zack I enjoyed a wonerful le Hoyo du Roi. Perfect burn and a mouthfull of flavor despite a slight breeze. Thanks, what a nice way to end my day!

[zmancbr]

Perfect day to get back to walking the pup, she turned 1 year on Friday. Thanks to Zack I enjoyed a wonerful le Hoyo du Roi. Perfect burn and a mouthfull of flavor despite a slight breeze. Thanks, what a nice way to end my day!

You are most welcome Glenn... those are some good smokes and to be honest anything from the Le Hoyo line has treated me right so far. I only need to get 3 more boxes to try the rest. :sifone:

I am pretty sure I am going to smoke the PL montecarlos that Peter gave me on the way home. So a thanks in advance as I am sure I will enjoy it!

[mojo65]

Just finished a NUB sun grown, Dam fine smoke, lots of flavor.:sifone:

[hsmunoz]

alright , starting to build some momentum here

Alias thanks to the fine gent who gifted me a Punch Corona

big shout out to JAimie for that fine Party Short, my first one, blazed it while enjoying the relatively warm evening last night in the spa. Just about the right size for that!

[zmancbr]

big shout out to JAimie for that fine Party Short, my first one,

:new_rofl::rofl: Now you are fuked lol... I can foresee may more cabs of Party shorts in your not too distant future...:sifone:

[hsmunoz]

quite nice indeed!

will have to find a small humi for my "spa sticks" 30-40 minute sticks

[zmancbr]

Smoked that PL Montecarlos that Peter gave me a week or two ago. I only have one thing to say: :youaretheman:

That was a damn good stick and I can see a box of those falling into my humi one of these days...:rofl:

[webjunkie]

Finally over the flu, and fired up a Partagas Culebras that Fred gave me a couple of weeks ago. Man am I enjoying this cigar. Started out with lots of wood and spice. Spice has mellowed out.

Thanks Fred, it really hit the spot.

[physiognomy]

Just came in from smoking a tasty '08 Short from Jamie... Thanks man, now I just need to work out how to stick two of these tasty little smokes together.

[hsmunoz]

gotta give props to my man Zach!

I am burning my first Oliva V Lancero, and enjoying the heck out of it. another mild night on the patio with this lovely savoring that creamy cocoa flavor profile I love in the V. perfect draw, and the burn is razor sharp through the first third.

thanks bud!!

[sepp]

Thanks Jaime! Enjoyed a well aged RS11 this evening. Very tasty and finger burning to the end.

[zmancbr]

gotta give props to my man Zach!

I am burning my first Oliva V Lancero, and enjoying the heck out of it. another mild night on the patio with this lovely savoring that creamy cocoa flavor profile I love in the V. perfect draw, and the burn is razor sharp through the first third.

thanks bud!!


good little sticks for sure! That's why I am working on a box of them... :new_rofl:

[zmancbr]

I had a nice BTL from Ryan. He stuck into a package he sent to me... it was actually a pretty damn good stick. It left me wanting more. Might have to keep a few more of these around to smoke occasionally.... :D

[twinarch]

I had a nice BTL from Ryan. He stuck into a package he sent to me... it was actually a pretty damn good stick. It left me wanting more. Might have to keep a few more of these around to smoke occasionally.... :D

Glad you enjoyed it Zach! It's hard not to enjoy that smoke as long as you're not expecting a full/in your face smoke when you pull it out of the humi. If you're looking, Tampa Sweethearts has a special going right now on the BTL, WOAN and WOAM. Two of each for a tad under $60.

Here's the link:

http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001zhxIANf2OP4KNrc-H8q1BkEn9pQeZBOcahmAivLTGHm-cxKmjdxRQS74smwbxgExl50a5ZjqzfZ-_nWfTdxXF_5-J3QrPTXYU9k2paSIZV1O_ipBJpJhXvJa_FLJPHioa25QGhuvpf cwY7pBOqeRvCKIhPOtSwmjjqGFl7s6859UY6CbCumCnlJ7CIwl RAZH

[hsmunoz]

good little sticks for sure! That's why I am working on a box of them... :new_rofl:


it's a no brainer. they are less than 4 bucks a piece in a cab of 36. ask me how I know ;c)

thanks again for the kick start!

[moglman]

... BigBruce! I smoked the Harvester pre-embargo yesterday and it was quite good. It's a short filler that, to me, had distinct toffee notes throughout. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to try one of those Bruce!

... and jcarlton! I smoked a very nice Party short I got from Jamie at the super bowl party. Good stuff! Thanks Jamie!

[zmancbr]

I smoked a Sig I that Peter gave me sometime ago. It was quite good. Thanks Peter! :sifone:

[physiognomy]

I smoked a Sig I that Peter gave me sometime ago. It was quite good. Thanks Peter! :sifone:

No worries Zach, glad you enjoyed it!

[hsmunoz]

feeling kinda achy and decided to slip into the ol spa last night, and I was accompanied by a monte 5 that was gifted by Zach.

very Monte-ish, woody, good draw and flavor, Karin has one in her stash, it might somehow be "missplaced" here shortly.

thanks Zach!

[moglman]

...physiognomy! My poker cigar yesterday was a SLR Churchill that lasted through multiple re-buys from others until I got knocked out of the game. A truly great cigar all the way through. It fell apart at the end from me trying to get the band off to keep it from burning, and it still tasted good shredded. Thanks Peter. Bummer for the guys that missed these during the holiday sales.

[BackwardsGolfer]

oh man! I had one of my SLR Serie A yesterday while playing 9 at meadow hills..

i can only imagine the awesomeness of the Churchill! I really like the SLR A, almost as much as I like those punch coronas! :sifone:

[sepp]

My poker smokes came from Scott and Zach. Scott's pregame RG PC was creamy to the end and did not last long enough for the great taste. Zach's very tasty Punch Churchill saw me through the rest of the afternoon.

Thank you gentlemen.

edited to add: Oh, my poker skills, (to be read as "mostly luck") allowed me to stock up on several SLR A's Thanks in advance to Ray and whoever else through those in the pot.

[physiognomy]

Glad to hear it smoked well for you Scott! The one I smoked on Superbowl sunday was also on... I was bummed to miss the herf yesterday, but I know there will be others.

...physiognomy! My poker cigar yesterday was a SLR Churchill that lasted through multiple re-buys from others until I got knocked out of the game. A truly great cigar all the way through. It fell apart at the end from me trying to get the band off to keep it from burning, and it still tasted good shredded. Thanks Peter. Bummer for the guys that missed these during the holiday sales.

[hsmunoz]

a beautiful evening here on the patio, listening to the sounds of cascading water, and enjoying the taste of a PLPC. I beleive this was a gift from Scott. A very nice cigar indeed. M compliments to the generous brothers of this forum!

[colimo]

Smoked a great cigar yesterday thanks to someone who gifted it to me at the churchills event where i met most of you for the first time....i think i took it out of a box that was passed around....it was a tatuaje torpedo(brown label) that i grabbed not quite knowing what it was only that it was a torpedo which i like sizewise.

WHAT A GREAT CIGAR!!! THANKS!!!

i was at fados outside listening to irish music drinking guinness and enjoying the 70 degree weather and this cigar....it smoked about 2/3 of the way through before even the first ash fell off to the cheers of a couple of ladies who were mesmerized watching and waiting.

thanks again...
doug

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[LordOfWu]

Smoked a great cigar yesterday thanks to someone who gifted it to me at the churchills event where i met most of you for the first time....i think i took it out of a box that was passed around....it was a tatuaje torpedo(brown label) that i grabbed not quite knowing what it was only that it was a torpedo which i like sizewise.

WHAT A GREAT CIGAR!!! THANKS!!!

i was at fados outside listening to irish music drinking guinness and enjoying the 70 degree weather and this cigar....it smoked about 2/3 of the way through before even the first ash fell off to the cheers of a couple of ladies who were mesmerized watching and waiting.

thanks again...
doug

:5436::5421:

Just to make sure I read this right...you were being watched by two ladies who were waiting for your ash to drop?

:rofl::rofl::rofl:

Sounds like a good day, and I love those sticks!

[zmancbr]

My poker smokes came from Scott and Zach. Scott's pregame RG PC was creamy to the end and did not last long enough for the great taste. Zach's very tasty Punch Churchill saw me through the rest of the afternoon.

Thank you gentlemen.

love those Punch Churchills... gonna have to get more if they go back on sale...

You are most welcome... I really

feeling kinda achy and decided to slip into the ol spa last night, and I was accompanied by a monte 5 that was gifted by Zach.

very Monte-ish, woody, good draw and flavor, Karin has one in her stash, it might somehow be "missplaced" here shortly.

thanks Zach!

Hehe... I think she might just kick you ass lol... I enjoyed that one I smoked and I have to say these are going to be damn good with some age on them. Can't wait to see how they develop.

[hsmunoz]

yesterday I settled into an 01 VR, that was gifted to me by Fred. A very nice way to celebrate Don Robaina's 90th birthday.

thanks Fred!

[sepp]

Last evening I enjoyed a VSG Illusions provided by Zach. Tasty and surprisingly complex throughout the smoke. Thanks for the intro! :5436:

[moglman]

Passing time today at Stanley Pappas, I smoked the Pepin "My Father" I got from Rich. Thank you sir! It was a very nice way to spend a few hours.

[workinonit50]

Passing time today at Stanley Pappas, I smoked the Pepin "My Father" I got from Rich. Thank you sir! It was a very nice way to spend a few hours.


You are very welcome.

[hsmunoz]

slowly but surely working my way through some very nice sticks that were gifted to me on my Bday.

Scott thanks for helping make an afternoon dog walk such a nice experience. I lit up that Flor De Cano, SSUN (i dont know it must be old!) nubbed that little guy.

[zmancbr]

Smoked that Monte #4 that Jamie gave me from the last herf! Thanks a bunch it was a nice stick to enjoy on the ride home.

I also smoked the RASCC from Stefan... it was awesome. Thanks! :cool:

[b0rderman]

Good deal Zach...Peter recently informed me that pretty much all of you have plenty of RASCC :new_rofl:, next time I will try to be a little bit more creative ;)

[sepp]

You can never have enough RASCCs! :rofl:

[zmancbr]

Good deal Zach...Peter recently informed me that pretty much all of you have plenty of RASCC :new_rofl:, next time I will try to be a little bit more creative ;)

But you know what... A cigar gifted to me is better than the one in my own humi because of the thought.

Plus, I love RASCCs... ya can't have too many of those! :sifone:

[LordOfWu]

You can never have enough RASCCs! :rofl:

:463:

Amen, Brother!

[zmancbr]

You can never have enough RASCCs! :rofl:

Great minds think alike lol... I was posting the same damn thing when you posted this... :new_rofl::rofl:

[sepp]

Thank you Peter. Enjoyed an H Upman Coronas Major today. Toasty tobacco and shortbread. Excellent

[colimo]

lol :new_rofl:
great minds think alike twice

Thank you Peter. Enjoyed an H Upman Coronas Major today (from sepp)

ironically so was i!!!:5436:
so thank you twice peter

[physiognomy]

No worries guys... Glad you enjoyed them!

[moglman]

I smoked the Cuaba Divinos from Doug today. Very tasty! I should pick some of these up. Thank you!

[colimo]

was it the divinos or the pyramid scott?, whichever, glad you enjoyed it

[moglman]

It was the Divinos I received from you at the Celtic. Haven't smoked the EL yet.

I also smoked an '00 Lusi from Zach on Friday. Mild yet flavorful. A very nice cigar.

[colimo]

AHH...good...enjoy

[toasterhead]

Thanks Ray,

I smoked the SP Bachilleres 1999 that you gifted to me at the Wilkey herf. Man, what a delicious smoke; nice draw, grassy flavors, giving way to coffee, cream and toasty flavors in the middle third. There was some dark chocolate and cherry at the end, and the aftertaste was pleasant and lingered for hours.

:youaretheman:

Dave

[moglman]

I like those SP Bachs too Dave. Great little smokes. Join us on Sat at HMS.

[moglman]

I smoked a Hoyo du Roi from Mert and a Punch RS12 from Ray on Wed and Thu respectively. Both great little sticks that left me wishing they weren't done. Thanks guys.

[LordOfWu]

Glad you like it...and it wasn't plugged, the second box had very few plugged smokes.

[zmancbr]

I smoked a Hoyo du Roi from Mert and a Punch RS12 from Ray on Wed and Thu respectively. Both great little sticks that left me wishing they weren't done. Thanks guys.

I had an RS12 last night as well. I keep reminding myself why I grabbed so many of them. They are really that good! Maybe my favorite punch! :whoo:

[moglman]

I apologize because I forgot who gifted me the cigar, but I smoked an '01 Juan Lopez Corona that was tasty as can be, a very nice cigar after working all day around the house. Great draw, good burn, solid earthy, leathery flavor, honey sweet hints to start out, and nice twang. LMK who it was and thank you.

[sepp]

I smoked my first Tatuage today thanks to Sean. Found it to be spicy and full of flavor. Thanks for the intro Sean!

[colimo]

those tats are good...think that is why everyone is making such a fuss about pete johnson's upcoming visit and sale

[Jcarltonii]

Smoked a H.Upmann thanks to Peter. I definitely have to get some of these. Thank You!:youaretheman:
Peter gifted me one, Good cigars!!:bounce:

[moglman]

... Rich and Jamie! I had a Sig II yesterday from Rich that was excellent and a Hoyo des Dieux (I think) from Jamie that is still lingering on the palate. Thank you both for the great smokes!

[zmancbr]

Smoked one of the Partagas Super Partagas that Henry gifted me today. Quite a tasty little stick. Glad I have a few more to smoke. Thanks Henry!

[colimo]

smoked my first RASS today, thanks to someone here....really enjoyed it and see why ray jumped on fred's deal so much....glad i got in for a few....:sifone:

[zmancbr]

smoked my first RASS today, thanks to someone here....really enjoyed it and see why ray jumped on fred's deal so much....glad i got in for a few....:sifone:
Yeah they are damn good... I prefer the RASCC a tad more than the RASS, but they are both awesome sticks.

[zmancbr]

Smoked my first JL #1 last night thanks to Dave (Toasterhead). It was quite tasty and pretty strong as well. Reminded me of a Parti 898V in strength and similar in flavor but more spicy than the 898. :bounce:

I think I am beginning to like this Marca although I still have limited expericene with it. Need to smoke one of those Panetelas that I have... :alien:

[b0rderman]

that review sounds tempting...also, nice use of the alien

[sepp]

Smoked an RS11 on the way home that Zach gifted me sometime back. Wonderful. Senuously thick smoke with a great creamy texture. Mmmmm.

[webjunkie]

Just got home from school. Decided to finish off the week with a Tatuaje Havana VI Victoria that Dave graciously gave me a while back. Absolutely hits the spot. Perfect draw and loads of great DPG flavor. Thank you, Dave!

[mhailey]

Le Hoyo Des Dieux that Jamie gifted me at Doug's BBQ. Man that thing was great. Took my lunch hour and went to the 16th St. Mall to enjoy the weather, and that stick was awesome! Thanks Jamie.

Matt

[jcarlton]

Le Hoyo Des Dieux that Jamie gifted me at Doug's BBQ. Man that thing was great. Took my lunch hour and went to the 16th St. Mall to enjoy the weather, and that stick was awesome! Thanks Jamie.

Matt

My pleasure Matt...

[colimo]

smoked a Monte 4 tonite that Glenn gave me...very enjoyable...will have to keep this one in mind....thank you glenn

[sepp]

smoked a Monte 4 tonite that Glenn gave me...very enjoyable...will have to keep this one in mind....thank you glenn
You are welcome Doug. The No 4 is one of my favorites for sure.

[toasterhead]

Smoked my first JL #1 last night thanks to Dave (Toasterhead). It was quite tasty and pretty strong as well. Reminded me of a Parti 898V in strength and similar in flavor but more spicy than the 898. :bounce:

I think I am beginning to like this Marca although I still have limited expericene with it. Need to smoke one of those Panetelas that I have... :alien:

Hey Zach, glad you liked it. I think this is the most "woody" cigar I have ever smoked. Try it with a peaty single malt next time. JL is not on my go to list but I enjoy variety.

Cheers,

Dave

[zmancbr]

Hey Zach, glad you liked it. I think this is the most "woody" cigar I have ever smoked. Try it with a peaty single malt next time. JL is not on my go to list but I enjoy variety.

Cheers,

Dave


It was definitely a great cigar. One I think I need to add to my list of stuff to buy! I could definitely see a cab of them in the humi. Thanks again for the cigar and the recommendation!

[sepp]

Smoked a very tasty du Depute today thanks to Dave (Toasterhead). Full of flavor and smoke, short and to the point.

[moglman]

Lots of good smokes from good guys lately. Thank you all!

Hoyo du Prince from Glenn
PL Panatela and Dip #4 (?) from Peter
PDP No. 1 from Zach
Cohiba Secretos from Fred

[moglman]

... Jamie!Smoked a Sig III yesterday between work and the rain. This was really good, surprisingly so for a youngster. Thanks JC!

[physiognomy]

Lots of good smokes from good guys lately. Thank you all!

PL Panatela and Dip #4 (?) from Peter

Glad you enjoyed it Scott... I'm pretty sure I grabbed that one from my newer '08 box. No Dip #4s in my humi except a well rested one gifted by Zach... Reminds me that I should light it after things calm down here tonight.

[sepp]

Enjoyed an RG CE today thanks to Mert. Very pleasant and full of chewey smoke.

[mhailey]

Had a 00' Vegueros Especial #1 from Zach. Thanks Zach! Flavor was great, but the draw was a little tight, such that I think I pulled a filling loose.

[b0rderman]

two great cigars the past two days....yesterday had a SP PC from Zach, this was a great cigar, started off with a bit of a bite but some really good flavors developed after the 1st third and I nubbed it on down from there...


Another nubber, a Party 03 Lonsdale...I don't know who gave it to me!? Some one please speak up...sounds like a Scott gift but really I don't know, please someone let me know cause this thing was pure bliss, didn't want it to stop, what a great f'in cigar...hadn't had a really Partagas tasting Partagas in some time and this hit the spot! What a great stick!

Picture
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3388/3637997920_ca8a9a8ee9.jpg

[moglman]

... Glenn for the Punch Corona, Zach for the RS #11 and Peter for the RyJ Ex#4. I smoked these over the past few days and all were very tasty and satisfying! Thanks guys!

[sepp]

From this weekend I have gotten to the MC No 5 from Sean, the PC PC - Zach, a Punch Corona from Peter and the SP Bachilleres from Scott. Thanks guys. Too bad the wife comes home tomorrow or I could get through a few more...

[opusfxd]

SLR Series A RSE, looks like Scott's writing to thank for this one tonight.

[ashman]

Scott gifted me a 07 Romeo Escudos. Awesome smoke..Spicy, full and great burn!!

Thanks Scott.
-Adam

[moglman]

Yer welcome guys!

[b0rderman]

forgot to mention I smoked a fancy PL regional from Scott last week...awesome cigar, broke in my Stinky with it....yummm

thanks Scott

[zmancbr]

I smoked a '99 du Prince from Glenn. I smoked one from my box two days earlier and I wanted to compare notes since the wrappers were quite a bit different in color. The lighter one seemed to be a bit woodier and have a more earthy tone, while the darker one seemed to be more spicy with a little less earthy flavors...

Thanks Glenn! That was fun to try both. I will have to get you one from my box for you to try that out. :peace:

[sepp]

From Peter a very nice Punch Corona a touch woody and smooth. And from Scott an SP Bachilleres (think maregarita salt on sunburnt lips) and a Vegueros Seone, enjoying the tour through this vitola. Thanks guys.

[zmancbr]

Smoked a VR Familiar from Scott on monday night and last night I smoked a Romeo #2 from Adam. Both were quite good and perfect for the ride home.

Thanks guys!

[toasterhead]

Oh my duck....

Smoked the 2001 Cohiba Lancero (generously gifted from Ray) with coffee on the patio this past glorious Sunday morning. What a fantastic cigar; I've had 2 of these before but this was a religious experience with waves of creamy, toasted bean and honey flavors. What a treat, thanks Ray!

Dave

[moglman]

... in order, Zach, Doug and Stephan! On my birthday, I smoked an 01 Partagas 898V and then a Cuaba Piramide EL. Both were outstanding. Today, before the rains, I smoked a RyJ Churchill that was smooth and flavorful end-to-end! Thanks guys!!!

[colimo]

GLAD you enjoyed and had good smokes for your bday

[opusfxd]

Tat Hermosa thanks to Sean! We sat and talked for about three hours this afternoon. Turns out we've chewed up quite a bit of the same ground over the years.

[caveman]

Enjoyed this afternoon with you dave. The Tat. Noelle is agreat smoke my new favorit Tatuaje!

[opusfxd]

Enjoyed this afternoon with you dave. The Tat. Noelle is agreat smoke my new favorit Tatuaje!

And I hope to get to the one you gifted me tomorrow. Last night and tonight ran too late to even try. But definitely a great afternoon.

[colimo]

enjoyed a vaquero mareva tonite, thanks to scott...good smoke...thank you

[moglman]

I'm glad it worked out well for you Doug.

I smoked a Anejo 46 yesterday thanks to Adam, a MC #2 this morning on the golf course thanks to Jamie and tonight a SP Molinos thanks to Peter. All very good cigars. Much appreciated guys!!

[jcarlton]

I smoked a Anejo 46 yesterday thanks to Adam, a MC #2 this morning on the golf course thanks to Jamie and tonight a SP Molinos thanks to Peter. All very good cigars. Much appreciated guys!!

Now that sounds like a great day, hope you enjoyed your day Scott!!!

[opusfxd]

Finally got to that Tat Noellas tonight from Sean. Spicy as all get out on the first third then either it mellowed out a bit or I got used to it.

[zmancbr]

Smoked a nice '05 Punch Coronation from Scott. It was definitely a good smoke with that nice punch flavor. Thanks! :bounce:

[moglman]

Smoked a nice '05 Punch Coronation from Scott. It was definitely a good smoke with that nice punch flavor. Thanks! :bounce:
These aren't the prettiest cigars but I'm about out. Glad it was ok fer yens.

[caveman]

Just smoked the Saint luis Rey Churchill with some gin and tonic. What a great smoke!!! Got alittle buz. Thanks Peter!!!

[mojo65]

Today I smoked a Cohiba Sig II that Ray gifted me, WOW!

Also Sean gifted a cigar rolled with pre ban Cuban tobacco, WOW again!
Sean what was the brand and name again?

Was a pleasant day hanging with the crew.:bounce:

[caveman]

Today I smoked a Cohiba Sig II that Ray gifted me, WOW!

Also Sean gifted a cigar rolled with pre ban Cuban tobacco, WOW again!
Sean what was the brand and name again?

Was a pleasant day hanging with the crew.:bounce:
Pinar P3000 Belicoso.
Glad that you enjoyed it!!!!!!!!!

[physiognomy]

Pinar P3000 Belicoso.
Glad that you enjoyed it!!!!!!!!!

From one vendor's website -

"Pinar 3000 Belicoso Gran

After Painstakingly sorting and classifying every single leaf, we combined several of the Cuban tobaccos (with an emphasis on Ligero for classic Cuban strength). The result, rolled 100% from Cuban leaf (filler, binder, and wrapper) is the quintessential Cuban cigar. The flavor is deep, rich and complex while remaining incredibly smooth and easy smoking... 7X52"

Thanks again for the opportunity to try this cigar Sean!!! I remember reading reviews on some Pinar cigars, but they were the P2000 line, which are not all Cuban tobacco (reportedly only the filler is Cuban in P2000 cigars). I will definitely report back once I've lit one up!

[moglman]

... Daniel if I remember correctly, please correct me if wrong. I smoked a Cubao that was very nice. Incredible chocolate odor when cold and good earthy, leathery flavor throughout. Thank you!

[moglman]

I had a very good Boli RC today thanks to Kevin (kburke532). It's been a while since he visited us.

[moglman]

Two today thanks to Jamie. A Montecristo Edmundo that started slowly but got good quickly and a RyJ Cazadores from 07 I've been carrying around for a while. That last one was stong, tasty and left me spinning. Thanks pal!

[jcarlton]

Two today thanks to Jamie. A Montecristo Edmundo that started slowly but got good quickly and a RyJ Cazadores from 07 I've been carrying around for a while. That last one was stong, tasty and left me spinning. Thanks pal!

Glad you enjoyed those Scott. I had two of those Edmundos and the one I smoked had my head spinning. The Cazadores are one of my favorites and do pack a punch.

[physiognomy]

I smoked two ERdM cigars today thanks to Stefan & Scott. Tasty, tasty cigars... Thanks again!

[sepp]

Time to get caught up here. Had last week off and enjoyed a number of nice cigars including:

SLR A - Zach
Party Mille Fleur - Peter
RG CE - Fred
Boli CE - Jaime
VR Familiar - Scott
MC No 2 - Doug

Thanks guys, these really helped make my week off special.

[moglman]

Glad they were ok, Peter and Glenn!

I smoked my first Paul Garmirian today thanks to Daniel. That is a pretty dang good cigar! I really enjoyed it.

[webjunkie]

Glad they were ok, Peter and Glenn!

I smoked my first Paul Garmirian today thanks to Daniel. That is a pretty dang good cigar! I really enjoyed it.

Glad to hear that you enjoyed it Scott.

[CooGuru]

Finally got a chance to stop by the cave yesterday and smoked a nice J Fuego 777 Brazilian Corojo. I know its not the most elite of cigars. However, I really love his smokes, especially this one. It has a nice little spice to it, but then still has the earthy profile as well. The earthiness really seems to kick in near the middle as the predominate profile.

Very Nice.

[moglman]

... mojo65! I smoked a Mag 46 from Mark today and it was excellent! '07 is a good year for those. Keep your eyes open for them. Thanks Mark!

[mojo65]

... mojo65! I smoked a Mag 46 from Mark today and it was excellent! '07 is a good year for those. Keep your eyes open for them. Thanks Mark!

Glad you enjoyed it!

[workinonit50]

I too enjoyed a Mag46 from Mark. Thanks Mark! I will have to get some of these now.

[mojo65]

I too enjoyed a Mag46 from Mark. Thanks Mark! I will have to get some of these now.

Turn about is fair play Rich...but your still one up on me!

[moglman]

... Adam! I smoked a SLR PC that was smooth and creamy, after the first 1/2". A great cigar! Thanks!

[sepp]

Thanks to Doug I sampled an HdM Epicure Especial this aftrenoon. Quite smooth and creamy. Almost velvety mouth feel to the smoke. Thanks Doug.

[colimo]

you are most welcome, ditto that, enjoyed mine as well

[moglman]

Because of you guys, I smoked a HdM Epicure Especial that was gifted to my by Dawn and Peter, my first one of these. Good description Glenn. This is a good stick that should only get better. Thanks!!

[physiognomy]

Glad you enjoyed it Scott! I will pass on that you liked it to Dawn...

Because of you guys, I smoked a HdM Epicure Especial that was gifted to my by Dawn and Peter, my first one of these. Good description Glenn. This is a good stick that should only get better. Thanks!!

[moglman]

Today was a consistently good PdP No. 1 from Fred. This one had one of the best draws of cigars I've smoked lately and the flavor was right on! Thank you Fred!

[caveman]

Just smoked a full box of C Siglo VI in 9 nine days while I was over seas. The ciagr had a lot more taset and strentgh! It was fun while it lasted.
Ran into 5 Marines that were going to Iraq and Hooked them up with some cigars while there.

[colimo]

good for you Sean, you back now?

[caveman]

Got ro Denver at 1:00 am This morning!:elefant:

[opusfxd]

Ouch that hurts!

[moglman]

Smoked an '08 Sig VI tubo tonight that was gifted to me from Rich. Grassy, a little spicy in the last third, nice body. Good cigar! Thanks!

[sepp]

Smoked a Boli RC that Jaime gifted me. It was much better than my golf game this evening.

[jcarlton]

Smoked a Boli RC that Jaime gifted me. It was much better than my golf game this evening.

Glad you enjoyed it Glenn!!!

[moglman]

Yesterday I smoked a young PSD4 from Glenn. Firm draw, but good tasting all the way. Thanks!

[moglman]

I smoked a ('98?) Punch Corona from Clint today. Thank you! Great smoke!

[physiognomy]

Earlier this week (or was it late last week?) I smoked a tasty young Diplo #4 from Stefan... Thanks again!

[b0rderman]

good to hear, hadn't had one of those for a couple of years

[webjunkie]

Just finishing up a wonderful RyJ Short Churchill that Stefan gave me. Thank you, it is a very tasty stick.

[physiognomy]

I am smoking a tasty Tat Black robusto thanks to Pete tonight... Started full flavored and to my surprise has shown good complexity. Definitely has kept me interested & pairs really well with the Ardbeg 10yr I'm drinking. Thanks to Pete for generously sharing these with the FRHs...

[LordOfWu]

I'm smoking at Tat T110 that Doug gave me...just looking at this I already have a fiver coming in from a BOTL on CA! Starting good, thanks Doug!

[opusfxd]

Smoked a really nice Monte #4 last night on the back porch thanks to Rich!

[workinonit50]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[jcarlton]

Smoking a Party Churchill from 01 thanks to Scott. This is just what the Dr ordered after a long week working through the weekend. I am enjoying every draw.

Thanks Scott!!!

[colimo]

I'm smoking at Tat T110 that Doug gave me...just looking at this I already have a fiver coming in from a BOTL on CA! Starting good, thanks Doug!

you are most welcome, glad you enjoyed it, i had smoked one of em...they were pretty tasty and strong

[moglman]

Smoking a Party Churchill from 01 thanks to Scott. This is just what the Dr ordered after a long week working through the weekend. I am enjoying every draw.

Thanks Scott!!!
You're welcome Jamie. While I like the PdPs, I too enjoyed a Churchill de Luxe recently that I liked a lot. A nice change of pace from the PdPs.

[CooGuru]

I wanted to say a BIG thank you to all the Herfer's that showed up to the UFC Fight Night. I smoked a lot of GREAT cigars, thanks to all of your generosity. They were all EXCELLENT.

[moglman]

I smoked a good MC4 I got from Glenn today. The first half was cocoa and coffee, and the second half picked up a little spice. Thanks for the treat Glenn!

[ethanjhall]

I wanted to say a BIG thank you to all the Herfer's that showed up to the UFC Fight Night. I smoked a lot of GREAT cigars, thanks to all of your generosity. They were all EXCELLENT.

I as well - thank you all! It was also nice to meet you for the first time, Charles.

I had a great Montecristo especiale #2 that evening, kindly gifted to me. Can't wait to buy some!

[moglman]

I just smoked a Mag 46 from Jamie. What a nice cigar! Perfect burn! Thanks pal.

[jcarlton]

I just smoked a Mag 46 from Jamie. What a nice cigar! Perfect burn! Thanks pal.

You are quite welcome my friend. Those are some of my favorites, i am glad you enjoyed it.

[colimo]

HAD a few good cigars in last week or so...

thanks to Jaime for a Monte # 2

zach for the TOrano panatella

adam for the anejo

thanks guys...enjoyed em much

[CooGuru]

GOD...I am smoking on an El Rey Del Mundo...Couldn't tell you the year or anything else.....but this is a GREAT smoke.

I appologize, my photographic memory is out of film, but this was gifted to me at the UFC Fight, possibly by Doug?? - Remind me who it was, if not.

This is Excellent.

BTW Earlier this week I enjoyed a Por Laranaga which was great, and at the fight I had an Oliva and a Trinidad.....YOU GUYS ARE GREAT!!!!!



:rock::rock::rock::rock:

[moglman]

GOD...I am smoking on an El Rey Del Mundo...Couldn't tell you the year or anything else.....but this is a GREAT smoke.

What's the size Charles?

I smoked a RGCE from Peter today. Good and mild but very flavorful as always. Thanks buddy!

[CooGuru]

What's the size Charles?

I smoked a RGCE from Peter today. Good and mild but very flavorful as always. Thanks buddy!

I believe the El Rey is/was a corona

[CooGuru]

Here is a pic of this bad boy.

[LordOfWu]

Nice Charles, might have come from Zach, as I consumed an ERDM Choix Supreme '07 from him earlier this evening! Great smoke, thanks Z!
:whoo:

[moglman]

It sounded good so I just smoked the ERdM PC from Zach. Nice honey, cinnamon, herbal flavors. Thanks Zach!!

[b0rderman]

a couple really good smokes last night!

A '99 Du Roi from I think one of the Zach/Ray cigar caddy pass-arounds...excellent smoke, like gotta go get a box or two good!

The second smoke was an SLR A from Peter?...somehow this cigar has escaped me until now, my first go at it and I am a believer...might have to PM the gifter to get the year/code and start my hunt.

Thanks for the smokes guys, they really made my night.

[LordOfWu]

It sounded good so I just smoked the ERdM PC from Zach. Nice honey.

Wow, you guys are at the pet names phase? Didn't know it was that serious!

:roflblack:

[CooGuru]

Wow, you guys are at the pet names phase? Didn't know it was that serious!

:roflblack:

LMAO!!!
:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:


BTW....smoking another great gift....its a San Cristobal.....Not sure of anything else on it.....heres a pic though...This is very good, cant quite pick out the flavor profile, though it seems very earthy. It''s also a very full bodied smoke.

Quite enjoyable if I do say so myself, which I am.

[CooGuru]

nope....didn't like this one at all....really....

[ethanjhall]

I have to credit clint for this one. My first order arrived today, per his suggestion, I got 2 boxes of Punch Churchills. Delicious. I'm outside, enjoying a comfortable evening w a glass of scotch, my dog, and of course, this tasty treat. Thanks clint!

[moglman]

I have to credit clint for this one. My first order arrived today, per his suggestion, I got 2 boxes of Punch Churchills. Delicious. I'm outside, enjoying a comfortable evening w a glass of scotch, my dog, and of course, this tasty treat. Thanks clint!
Nice job dragging him down the slope, Clinton!

[ethanjhall]

Nice job dragging him down the slope, Clinton!

You've gifted me more than enough CC's to make it equally your fault:big_boss:

[hsmunoz]

Scott, I beleive I it was your kindness that found its way into my humi in the form of an SLR Churchill 07. Very nice cigar that was enjoyed while watching the Raiders manhandle the Cowboys in preseason action.

also I have to shout out a hearty thanks to the fine Botl, that gave me a VR Classico, that was a great longsdale as well.

[sepp]

Enjoyed an H Upmann Coronas this afternoon. Full of good toasty tobacco flavor and what I will call a shortbread cookie sort of flavor. Thanks Scott.

[moglman]

Henry - Not sure if it was me but I agree that these are good cigars, both of 'em you smoked!

Glenn - I find these interesting and different. Glad it worked ok for you.

[Hockey89]

Thanks to all the guys here who have handed me a great smoke to try.

[LordOfWu]

Smoking one of my favs! Oliva V Maduro, thanks Daniel!!!

:youaretheman:

[sepp]

You know you are getting old when you realize you are never going to own all the "Cigars" (dogs, skis, cars, RC airplanes, model rockets, whatever) you ever wanted... but with great BOTL like yourselves you can try quite a few...

The weekend included the following gifts, thank you very much...

Sat AM Hoyo Palmas Extra went great with a morning latte, thanks Stefan
Sat PM PL Montecarlo so very smooth with Havana Club and Coke (Really a Pepsi but coke sounds better), thanks Zach
Sun AM VR Familiar, oh so very smooth, again with a latte, thanks Scott
Sun PM Tatuaje Havana, very enjoyable, thanks Mert

[ethanjhall]

Sounds like a great weekend! I was sucking so much wind (re: hiking 3000 vertical feet) that I couldn't light anything. I wished this guy :flame:could have come visit, I had a RyJ Churchill gifted to me that I was dying to smoke!

[webjunkie]

Smoking one of my favs! Oliva V Maduro, thanks Daniel!!!

:youaretheman:

Glad to hear that you're enjoying it.

[zmancbr]

smoked an '01 ERDM Gran Corona today thanks to Scott. It was a tasty cigar for the ride home. I might have to get a box before they disappear forever. :bunny_4:

[moglman]

smoked an '01 ERDM Gran Corona today thanks to Scott. It was a tasty cigar for the ride home. I might have to get a box before they disappear forever. :bunny_4:
Gladd you enjoyed it. What did you think compared to the GdE and ERdM Lonsdale?

[ethanjhall]

The blame falls on clint (ronaldmcd) once more!! This little vegueros is tasty as can be, perfect draw, nice for a "quick" (for me, 30-45 minutes) smoke. I'm sure jamie's have it done in about 3 minutes!

[sepp]

Enjoyed a smooth yet spicy RyJ Short Churchill thanks to Scott.

[zmancbr]

Gladd you enjoyed it. What did you think compared to the GdE and ERdM Lonsdale?

Honestly I like the the GdE, then the Lonsdale, then the Gran Corona in that order. Of course I have only had one of each so far. I do have another GdE waiting for me in my case that I might burn this week... and I am really loving the ERDM PCs... good lil smoke and the perfect size for the car ride home. I had to rush that GC a bit tonight to finish it before I got home. That might be why it is a tad lower on the list.

In any event, I still wanna grab a box since they are discontinued lol... but they might have to wait a bit since the sale stuff just bit me again tonight... :screwy:

[hsmunoz]

yikes, you went after the Guantanameras ?

[b0rderman]

RG CE from Peter, it was delicious as always...damn those are tasty

[physiognomy]

RG CE from Peter, it was delicious as always...damn those are tasty

Glad you enjoyed it bro...

I smoked a very nice Punch Black Prince gifted by Scott this afternoon after a great morning shooting. Thanks! I wish these cigars were still current production...

[moglman]

Last night, I smoked a Cohiba DC EL that Henry gave me a while back. I sat on it for a long time, but getting a job was a good reason to burn it. Very smooth, full body. Tasted creamy malted chocolate flavors for the first half, the second half it was still there but picked up a tiny bit of spice, more paprika than pepper, and hints espresso. The second half just slowly built from a solid foundation. This was a spectacular treat. Thank you Henry!!

[colimo]

smoked an anejo shark received from adam...very pleasant and enjoyable...thanks

[moglman]

Today I smoked an Arganese Cameroon that was gifted me from CooGuro last night. This was a very good smoke with very good, smooth flavor, and some change in strength in the back half. Thanks for letting me try this Charles!!

[sepp]

Saturday night I enjoyed a Mag 50 thanks to Scott. Very enjoyable couple of hours to the nub!

[toasterhead]

I was in Vail this weekend for a conference and had 2 fantastic cigars on the patio under the stars:

RA Benelux RE 2007 Gran Robusto from Scott; delicious first and middle thirds with sweet toasted flavors and darker coffee on the back end.

Partagas Lonsdale 2003 from Zach; holy crap! what a smooth tasty treat after dinner and enjoyed with friends at a spontaneous herf. Rich spicy flavors that went on forever.

Thanks guys,

Dave

[moglman]

You're welcome Dave!! Couple of good ones!

[zmancbr]

Dave sounds like some good times with those cigars. You are most welcome. Its been a month or two since I had a Parti lonsdale... I might need to find my way back to one soon. :whoo:

[physiognomy]

I smoked a recent SCdLH El Principe earlier thanks to Stefan... Tasty little stick! With the open draw I had to take my time (more than usual) & it did start to show it's youth after 1/2 way, especially through the nose.

Smoking a very nice '98 RyJ Corona thanks to Jeff after having Manicotti for dinner... Creamy, sweet & a little herbal... Damn tasty and pairs well with the Asti we had with our meal.

[moglman]

I smoked Sean's signature Veritate that he gifted me last night. Strong earthy notes and a distinct vanilla finish. Pretty dang good stick. Thank you very much Sean! I don't know the full story behind these cigars, other than they have been well received.

[jcarlton]

I smoked Sean's signature Veritate that he gifted me last night. Strong earthy notes and a distinct vanilla finish. Pretty dang good stick. Thank you very much Sean! I don't know the full story behind these cigars, other than they have been well received.

I agree with Scott, I am enjoying the one Sean gifted me as I type. Perfect burn all the way with a bright white ash. Strong yet good flavor, I didn't get the vanilla but earthy describes it well for my taste. Just about the perfect draw for me, next time I'm in the Cave you can bet I will be picking up a few of these.

Thanks again Sean!

[moglman]

Bright white ash is right! Looks like snow! Tight and not flaky.

[sepp]

Enjoyed a Punch Churchill on the drive up to Beaver Creek thanks to Ethan. Later I smoked a Party Mille Fleurs while sitting on the balcony watching the sunset, thanks Ray.

[colimo]

smoked the hoyo churchill from jaime, last night, very enjoyable..thanks....

also smoked a tat veracru # 9 from mert, very spicy and strong but good

[caveman]

Scott and ;amie you are welcome and thank you for the feedback! It is Doinican Rep filler and binder with Nicaraguan wrapper.
Thanks again,

Sean

[b0rderman]

Enjoyed a Dip 1 from Peter...wow, that is a damn good cigar with some interesting flavors...I want to say I got some mushroom from it in the first quarter, I am not sure how to describe that particular flavor, whatever it was it was unexpected/a nice surprise...I really need to get on it with these.

In honor of Peter I paired the cigar with his favorite beer:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3425/3906034182_87e2db1c42.jpg

[moglman]

I smoked a 95 HU Aromaticos (I think) from Henry tonight. Excellent little cigar! Thanks very much Henry!!

[jcarlton]

Smoked a Sig VI thanks to Sean. What a great cigar, perfect burn a great taste all the way through. Thank you Sean!!!

[hsmunoz]

really enjoying a 98 Boli corona from Peter
thanks mate!

[caveman]

My pleasure Jamie
Smoked a Sig VI thanks to Sean. What a great cigar, perfect burn a great taste all the way through. Thank you Sean!!!

[mojo65]

Monty #2 and a DIP both from Scot. Both knocked my socks off! Thanks man!:whoo:

[physiognomy]

Enjoyed a '05 Dip 1 from Peter...wow, that is a damn good cigar with some interesting flavors...

really enjoying a 98 Boli corona from Peter
thanks mate!

Glad you guys enjoyed those two. They are fast becoming some of my favorites! Tonight Dawn made up some gnocchi from scratch and we enjoyed some wine and a '98 Boli Corona on the balcony.

[moglman]

Monty #2 and a DIP both from Scot. Both knocked my socks off! Thanks man!:whoo:
I'm glad they were good for you Mark!!

I smoked a few lately. Thanks to Peter for a Dip #1 and a PL Monte Carlo. The Dip #1 was tasty but slightly tight, and the PL was just fabulous in every sense. Tonight I smoked a MC#4 that I forgot to label, it might have been from Zach or Glenn. What a great smoke. Creamy latte flavors with some sweet background and a very toothy wrapper. Great!! Thanks guys!!!

[physiognomy]

... Thanks to Peter for a Dip #1 and a PL Monte Carlo. The Dip #1 was tasty but slightly tight, and the PL was just fabulous in every sense.

Glad to hear the PL Monte Carlos are coming around Scott... I haven't smoked one in a while, but will have to give them another go sometime soon. I'll also check what year I have ('07 or '08s?).

[moglman]

Thanks to Henry for my first Montecristo Open Eagle. This was an interesting cigar. Nice barnyard odor cold, excellent construction, nice smooth Colorado wrapper with tiny veins. It was quite creamy, with some caramel and fruity flavors in the first half, a base of charcoal and leather in the second. I think it was quite good, but I also felt I was smoking South American tobacco. These should be interesting as they mature. Thank you H! Looking forward to your thoughts.

[zmancbr]

Thanks to Henry for my first Montecristo Open Eagle. This was an interesting cigar. Nice barnyard odor cold, excellent construction, nice smooth Colorado wrapper with tiny veins. It was quite creamy, with some caramel and fruity flavors in the first half, a base of charcoal and leather in the second. I think it was quite good, but I also felt I was smoking South American tobacco. These should be interesting as they mature. Thank you H! Looking forward to your thoughts.


South American eh? Should be fun to grab a box of the first release ones and see how they progress... how did you think they stacked up the "monte" profile?

[moglman]

South American eh? Should be fun to grab a box of the first release ones and see how they progress... how did you think they stacked up the "monte" profile?
I wouldn't have picked it out as a Monte if I didn't know, so not at all like other Montes to me. Never judge on one though.

I smoked a HU Corona Major today thanks to Rich. Great draw and burn and very satisfying flavor. It ended too soon. Thank you Rich!!

[hsmunoz]

Thanks to Henry for my first Montecristo Open Eagle. This was an interesting cigar. Nice barnyard odor cold, excellent construction, nice smooth Colorado wrapper with tiny veins. It was quite creamy, with some caramel and fruity flavors in the first half, a base of charcoal and leather in the second. I think it was quite good, but I also felt I was smoking South American tobacco. These should be interesting as they mature. Thank you H! Looking forward to your thoughts.

I have only had one. Overall I liked it. I did not think of it as a MONTE , but simply another cuban cigar to try. In that regards, I thought the construction and materials was first rate. The draw was a tad loose for me, but I would rather have that that a plug. The flavors were there, creamy, nutty, maybe some caramel too.. I also give this stick some leaway because it is only a couple months from the factory and had to cross the pond twice.

All in all every bit a 10 dollar cigar, it is not a monte profile, it is it's own profile and I am looking forward to them settling over the next 5 yrs. no complaints from my side.

different but a good stick.

[Spect]

It was a beautiful looking cigar.

[RonaldMCd]

A little late on posting this, but enjoyed a very special cigar in a very special place last weekend.

Went up to RMNP and enjoyed a Monte Especial #1 next to the upper, upper, upper Colorado River. The construction was beautiful, the draw was perfect, and it showered my taste buds with delicious and complex flavors from the first draw to the last. By far one of the best cigars I've ever had...made that much better by the scenic surroundings.

Thank you so much Scott!

[moglman]

You're very welcome Clint!

I smoked a BGM from Matt today. Great draw, flavor and burn with very little evendence of it's youth. Thank you my friend! Excellent finish too!

[sepp]

I smoked a BBF from Zach this afternoon. Perfect! Nice even burn, great draw and a ton of smoke to chew on with a great flavor throughout. Thanks Zach!

[colimo]

smoked a RAG from Scott tonite....great smoke...smooth with good flavor...quite a treat...thanks much scott

[moglman]

You're welcome Doug. I really like those sticks as well when I have the time.

[zmancbr]

I smoked a BBF from Zach this afternoon. Perfect! Nice even burn, great draw and a ton of smoke to chew on with a great flavor throughout. Thanks Zach!
You are most welcome!