Need box purchase advise...

[mhortsch]

After listening to Lumberg's brilliant ideas for his wedding day (not sure when that is) I've decided to do the same. I realised I don't have enough stoges in the humi, especially after I remove my premos.

So I'm looking for a box to buy within the next couple days to fill er up. Something that says "Here's a little pin prick" to my wallet ($50) but makes the guests say "mmm, this guys knows his stoges", even though I don't since I'm asking for suggestions on this board.

Any ideas? Obviously something the average joe semi-non cigar smoker would enjoy.

 

[cigarsarge]

JR Cigars has Fonseca Cedars on sale from $44.95- $59.95. They look and taste good. You also get a subscription to Cigar Magazine with purchase.

 

[Lumberg]

Padron Delicias Maduros can be had for a shade over $50 a box

 

[Lee]

You can't go wrong with a box of Fuente's.....something in the regular line won't set you back too much.

Just don't put any antifreeze in there.... :whistling:

 

[inflatus]

I saw in the "Moments to Remember Section" of Cigar Aficionado, where this couple got a cigar roller to roll at their wedding. That is a killer idea.

:thumbs:


I guess boxes are cool too.

 

[atuck]

If you want to go ISOM. Quinteros are in that price range and then everybody will be impressed that you got them Cubans. I like them and everybody I have given one to likes it too. That is the ISOM stick I usually give out to friends that aren't BOTLs. Don't know if that would be a good option for you but I just thought I would throw the idea at you. Good luck on whatever you decide and good luck on that marriage thing too.

 

[grand cru no 2]

I'd say go with something from the Sancho Panza line, especially the Double Maduros (though that may be a bit strong for your novice cigar smokers). They are all around the $50 mark at cigarsinternational.com.

Good luck with your choice and the marriage. :thumbs:

 

[BkCloud114]

You could also try the Sherpa Mystic, a little more than you wanted to spend ($60), but I think cigar smokers and non-cigar smokers would both appreciate it. Nobody I have ever given one to has not liked it.

 

[LouieD]

How about a box of the Gran Habano #1, #2, or #3. I personally like the Corojo #5 which is the strongest of the blends. The #2 has a NIC H2000 wrapper and is considered medium strength and the #1 has an ECU wrapper and is mild. SeriousCigars.com has the robusto size for $60 a box, just a little above your price point.

 

[cigardawg]

I'd say go with something from the Sancho Panza line, especially the Double Maduros (though that may be a bit strong for your novice cigar smokers). They are all around the $50 mark at cigarsinternational.com.

Good luck with your choice and the marriage. :thumbs:

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LC-Smoker went with a box of Sancho Panza Extra Fuertes at his wedding. They are medium-to-full bodied, but not high on the strength meter. All of the guests seemed to do fine with them. I agree, something from the SP line will almost always treat you right. :thumbs:

 

[emodx]

How many cigars are you going to need? How many can come from your stock and how many do you need to supplement with? I like Padron Delicas also, but sometimes when they are young they are gassey. I really like Cuesta Rey's, but the are a little out of your range and come in 10 in a box. The Montesino #1's are 49 a box at JR's right now in the limco deal. ERDM Coronas are in your price range over at JR's.

Emo

 

[mhortsch]

Wow...quite impressive suggestions. Im thinking one box of 25 will sit fine! I haev a few Jimenes to add in the mix! And thats about it...kind sad.

Looks like Ive got some choices to make!

 

[emodx]

I am gonna guess there will be more non-smokers than smokers. Most non-smoker can't appreciate anything too complex. And a good number won't like cigars that are very flavorful to smokers. Best off choosing something with very clean tobacco flavor in the light to medium strength level.

Emo

 

[tobaccoleaf1]

Rocky Patel Edge

 

[TBaGZ]

I saw in the "Moments to Remember Section" of Cigar Aficionado, where this couple got a cigar roller to roll at their wedding. That is a killer idea.

:thumbs:


I guess boxes are cool too.

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I had a roller at my stag party. Everybody who smoked one of his sticks loved it and even the guys that didn't enjoyed the show he put on.

 

[mhortsch]

I am gonna guess there will be more non-smokers than smokers. Most non-smoker can't appreciate anything too complex. And a good number won't like cigars that are very flavorful to smokers. Best off choosing something with very clean tobacco flavor in the light to medium strength level.

Emo

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This seems to make a lot of sense.

That being said...what's the recommendation for light to medium? Sounds like a lot of the suggestions listed are somewhat bold.

Sancho Panza Extra Fuertes
ERDM Coronas
Gran Habano #1

???

Edit - I know personally, I had an ERDM Dom Rep the other night, either a choix or a corona, 1st 1/3 i was questioning if I'd ever buy one again, middle 1/3 I was becomming quite impressed at the dramatic change in flavor, last 1/3 I was blown away, felt like I was smoking a cigar filled with dominican coffee beans, definently plan on buying more. I wish I knew which it was, I wouldn't mind if I had some left over...my Cuban Choix could use some company.

 

[emodx]

I am gonna guess there will be more non-smokers than smokers. Most non-smoker can't appreciate anything too complex. And a good number won't like cigars that are very flavorful to smokers. Best off choosing something with very clean tobacco flavor in the light to medium strength level.

Emo

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This seems to make a lot of sense.

That being said...what's the recommendation for light to medium? Sounds like a lot of the suggestions listed are somewhat bold.

Sancho Panza Extra Fuertes
ERDM Coronas
Gran Habano #1

???

Edit - I know personally, I had an ERDM Dom Rep the other night, either a choix or a corona, 1st 1/3 i was questioning if I'd ever buy one again, middle 1/3 I was becomming quite impressed at the dramatic change in flavor, last 1/3 I was blown away, felt like I was smoking a cigar filled with dominican coffee beans, definently plan on buying more. I wish I knew which it was, I wouldn't mind if I had some left over...my Cuban Choix could use some company.

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I think the ERDM would be the best choice. Perhaps you could get a box from some one on one of the boards. That way they will have had time to mellow the harsh edge and smoke cleanly.

Emo