Cigars, Sticks, Smokes & Stogies

[chasnojm]

Since we have the brown liquor page, I thought it was only proper to have the fine tobacco thread. Post what you like, what you are smoking now etc. As Eddie Ortega of Ortega Cigars, once told me "I don't care if your favorite smoke is $2 or $20, my cigars or the gas station special, you like what you like"

Favorite dimensionally is a thinner ring gauge 44-46 and around a corona size.

My go to (more commonly found) Drew Estate's Undercrown Maduro in the 143mmx46 (Nicaraguan/Full bodied)

 

[Bill Assande]

If I were just heading to the range to hang out and relax or going for a walk I preferred medium to lighter bodied maduro's. I liked Drew Estates and the occasional Partigas. I started collecting estate pipes a little while back and have been playing around with pipe tobacco's but haven't found The One yet.

 

[MrJakeP]

I’m right there with you on the Undercrown Maduro in Gran Toro (6x52), my go to everyday cigar. For me the best value cigar on the market. I also throw in an occasional stick from Warped. El Oso if I can find them!

 

[bensmith193]

Since we have the brown liquor page, I thought it was only proper to have the fine tobacco thread. Post what you like, what you are smoking now etc. As Eddie Ortega of Ortega Cigars, once told me "I don't care if your favorite smoke is $2 or $20, my cigars or the gas station special, you like what you like"

Favorite dimensionally is a thinner ring gauge 44-46 and around a corona size.

My go to (more commonly found) Drew Estate's Undercrown Maduro in the 143mmx46 (Nicaraguan/Full bodied)

I like to smoke cigars, so I use different flavors. I want to buy a mini-fridge for it to store things. Can you please give me some information about refrigerators?

 

[dont_tread_on_me]

They’re called wineadors. If you live somewhere hot cooling might be something you need, but generally the climate control in your house will cover it. Bear in mind that as temperature changes so does RH and RH is king in the tobacco world. I try to steer everyone into Tupperware style containers (aka the Tuperdor) as they are cheap and deadnuts reliable.

 

[Stanislao]

I'll agree with the above about not needing cooling for cigars. Humidity is all you need to worry about. If you are in a environment that is fairly humid (>50%) you can get away with a classic wooden humidor. Elsewhere you'll need an airtight container with some source of humidity. I personally use a small Pelican utility case with a Boveda bag for humidity control. You can absolutely improvise the same thing with a tupperware container and a damp towel.

 

[dont_tread_on_me]

Boveda is the way. I’d vote against the towel though.

 

[Stanislao]

Towels are an expedient, not good, solution.

 

[bensmith193]

I like to smoke cigars, so I use different flavors. I want to buy a mini-fridge for it to store things. Can you please give me some information about refrigerators?

Thanks, I bought a good fridge due to your help.

 

[johnWJ]

I’ve always been a fan of the thinner ring gauge cigars too, like a robusto or corona. Right now, I’m enjoying a Nicaraguan blend with a bit of spice, which is perfect for winding down after a long day.

Lately, I've also found that vaping helps me manage stress and stay relaxed. I use the NEXA Pro 30000, which has been a nice alternative to traditional smoking.

 

[Eric_in _NOLA]

For my go-to, I’m into the Oliva Serie V Melanio Robusto. It’s got that nice balance of spice and creaminess that’s perfect for when I need a good smoke. It’s got a bit more kick than the Undercrown Maduro but still super enjoyable.

 

[chasnojm]

I definitely lean toward Nicaraguan blends as well. While cigars from the "island" are nice, its not worth the hassle and variety is the spice of life.

I've also really been pulled back toward Tatuaje (very smooth Cuban like) and Foundation Cigars, especially the Wiseman and the Tabernacle maduro. It seems like the demand for those has really spiked.

 

[somethingbenign]

I picked up a pipe recently so I had a way to pass the time waiting to blood trail a deer. For flavor and bouquet I really enjoy a blend called Devil's Holiday. Unfortunately it is really sticky and pugs my pipe quickly so I have been mixing it with Proper English to make it through a bowl without having to run a cleaner through.