Memorial Day Weekend Cigar PIF

[draaronr]

Bump.....??

Sorry man I have been busy at work, wheeling and everything else in life. yeah I got the box last week, and I need to open it yet. I am hoping to smoke them either this weekend or the following. heading back out camping.

 

[kennith]

I recieved my cigars today from Yo! Adrian.

CAO Gold, Tenth Anniversary. Couldn't wait to try this one, so I did just that. Very nice smoke, with a solid ash, smooth draw, and a clean burn. Subtle, yet potent flavors throughout, with more than a hint of nutmeg, building to a mild spice, and closing with just a hint of leather on the finish. You know, as they say, there was a faint echo of vanilla in there as well, it came in across the palate. That reads just like the advert for the darned things, but it's true. I enjoyed the whole experience a lot. Very complex and still easy going. I'll be buying some more of these.

Arturo Fuente Gran Reserva. I've always liked Fuentes, this should be a good bit of relaxation. It's been a while since I have had one, honestly, and I look forward to this one quite a bit.

Puros Indios. I've never had one of these, but from the look, feel, and smell of things, I am set to enjoy it.

Rocky Patel, The Edge. I've heard good things about these, this is another that I haven't yet tried, and equally look forward to lighting up.

I tell you, this is a great variety you have sent. Thank you very much, I'm sure I'll enjoy all of them.

Cheers,

Kennith

 

[Trey & Melissa Burns]

Try Baccarat

Baccarat is from Honduras. If you like those than you should try a, Baccarat Vintage Brillante Cameroon.

Melissa B.

 

[Trey & Melissa Burns]

Does anyone have any recommendations for a mild Ecuadorian or Dominican cigar, price really doesn't matter but I'm open to all to experience them.
Thanks,
Brian.

Some popular Dominican brands that pop to the top of my head would be:
Arturo Funete
Ashton
AVO
Davidoff
H.Upmann
Montecristo
Oliveros (Classics)
Private Stock (They also have some with a binder from Ecuador and filler from D.R.)
Romeo y Julieta

Puros Indios have a binder from Ecuador. As well as, some Bolivars wrappers and or binders come from Ecuador.


Melissa B.

 

[yo! adrian]

I recieved my cigars today from Yo! Adrian.

CAO Gold, Tenth Anniversary. Couldn't wait to try this one, so I did just that. Very nice smoke, with a solid ash, smooth draw, and a clean burn. Subtle, yet potent flavors throughout, with more than a hint of nutmeg, building to a mild spice, and closing with just a hint of leather on the finish.....

Kennith

Ha, ha...that's awesome Kennith. Just like reading my Cigar Aficionado mag! Glad you like that one. I took that from my own personal stash. The Indio I think you'll like. The others are my favorites hands down.

 

[kennith]

Ha, ha...that's awesome Kennith. Just like reading my Cigar Aficionado mag! Glad you like that one. I took that from my own personal stash. The Indio I think you'll like. The others are my favorites hands down.

I finished the Indio tonight. Definately a strong, yet subtle smoke. Not easy to diagnose at all.

There were firm olive and cinnimon notes on the draw, dry and spicy with good bitterness. The flavor lingers well, and finishes in a dry cocoa. The flavor matures smoothly through the smoke, and at the finish, produces a unifying hint of leather that winds down well. The burn was more agressive, but clean, and the ash was well solid and formed. Am I mad, or did I detect hints of gin throughout?

I liked it alot, really. This one is a very difficult smoke to rate, the flavors were powerful, but cleverly masking each other for a very good overall tone. It was a sneaky little bugger. I found myself asking just what was that flavor? What was it paired with that made it so unique? Overall, I think the most notable feature was the dryness of the flavors, married in the end with a softness that finished it comfortably. But still I wonder if I've got that one right at all. I'll have to go out and get some more and find out.:rofl:

Enjoyed the hell out of it, really.:applause:

Cheers,

Kennith

 

[Leslie]

Ok... from Disco Tony, I rec'd:

a Romeo Y Julieta Bully
an Arturo Fuente Corona
and a La Gloria Cubana Wavell (a maduro wrapper)

I'm looking forward to each of them. :cheers:

 

[Nomar]

Thanks PWP! I'm looking forward to Memorial Day weekend now!

 

[yo! adrian]

FYI...Great prices on H. Upmanns this week on JR Cigar.com. Got me a couple boxes.

 

[kennith]

Dogonit,

I thought I had missed Memorial day weekend. Looks like I didn't screw anyone afterall.:rofl:

I have got to get my months straight.

Cheers,

Kennith

 

[DISCO_TONY]

Ok... from Disco Tony, I rec'd:

a Romeo Y Julieta Bully
an Arturo Fuente Corona
and a La Gloria Cubana Wavell (a maduro wrapper)

I'm looking forward to each of them. :cheers:

From Leslie

Got the following :

CAO mx2
A Fuente Gran Reservo
and an Ashton

Looking forward to all three

Looks to be a good Memorial Day PIF

Thanks Leslie

 

[draaronr]

Damn Sorry Steve I suck ass here is what I got
Saint Luis Rey -reserva especial
A Fuente- gran reserva
punch imported Gran Puro stubby little fucker can't wait for this one.
H UPMANN Fabrica de tabacos mini cigars

thanks for making me feel like a cheap ass.
Oh yeah does anyone still want to spot me a humidor, it will take me till the fall to smoke all these?

 

[stevenmd]

I suck ass

I thought we were never going to speak of that again...


I just ordered a box of these: http://www.thompsoncigar.com/default.aspx?page=product&sender=csearch&uid=396

Has anyone ever tried them?

 

[F18Guy]

Sweet, it looks like things went well this round. Stay tuned for a Holiday PIF later this year.

 

[kennith]

I enjoyed this game. I'll play next time if I am available.

Incidentally, my Memorial day was wonderful, and the Fuente was superb.

Cheers,

Kennith

 

[Dan Ratcliffe]

Hey Mike, I got the cigars, but I won't be home to see/smoke them until next weekend earliest. Thanks!!

 

[Dan Ratcliffe]

P.S. Here are the Smokes i got from Mike. Thanks!