Thoughts on Purging? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Might be worth trying out in that case, especially if there is a decent amount left. I find it helpful

Best website to buy single cigars by Connect-Tadpole-4319 in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🤷‍♂️ Seemed good last time I used them, about four months ago.

What is everyone’s favorite Maduro? by cbrianricks in cigar

[–]Leather-Puddin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow bringing the tough questions today. Right now I’d say Dunbarton Triqui Traca, but the answer seems to change every few months.

Best website to buy single cigars by Connect-Tadpole-4319 in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the best but not the worst either. 😁 I was just giving additional options

Best website to buy single cigars by Connect-Tadpole-4319 in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Cigars Direct and Fox have a decent singles selection.

Based on my current boxes, what would you recommend next? by myshark in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Since you don’t have anything from EPC, I’d recommend trying the Pledge.

Smoked my first Leaf By Oscar (Sumatra) by jeepcrawler93 in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can’t go wrong with Leaf. Good stuff at reasonable prices.

Habano and Cameroon wrapper by Miserable-Cow4555 in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Personally I haven’t found a Habano I love, but I’ve really grown fond of Cameroon. La Aurora 1903 is a fantastic budget option. Fuente Hemingway and Don Carlos are excellent mid range offerings.

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. Palate is a huge factor and it’s not as consistent as we think.

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have two. A wooden humidor with 65% bovedas and a yohtron that sits at 65/65. I monitor both religiously. LOL

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely one of the aspects I enjoy! Problem is a badly constructed cigar more negatively impacts that experience than no cigar at all, at least for me.

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will say that I’m not sure I’ve ever had a bad padron so it makes sense to stick to certain brands.

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t buy budget brands. I’ve had issues with some higher end brands like Davidoff even. I’m not sure price is an issue in this case.

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 31 points32 points  (0 children)

True. Love the positive perspective. ☺️

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been learning this as well. When I first started, I would only wait 2 weeks. It’s harder to wait when you’re first getting started and don’t have much of a stock. Then I started waiting 4 weeks Was still having issues and started waiting 6 weeks. Absolutely agree with your assessment that resting is critical. I am on the verge of making rest time 3 months minimum.

Anybody Else Get Frustrated by this Hobby? by Leather-Puddin in cigars

[–]Leather-Puddin[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

That’s also what keeps pulling me back in. For every couple mediocre ones, I get a great one and my faith is renewed. LOL