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I just got today some new Cain NUBS that I'm gonna try.
And been trying different tobaccos for my pipe although I've been really fond of EggNog for pipesandcigars.com as well as the tobacco my grandfather used to smoke, Sail Navy Blue (it's cheap but brings back memories). I've also been trying a few other new ones along with a new pipe or two (made by a Canadian manufacturer, Bingham). I'm still partial the Churchwarden and Canadian styles but also like the Bulldog style of pipe.
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I really enjoy smoking Oliva's, Creme de Jamaica's, Montecristo's, and Don Tomas. As for pipe tobacco I am using the cheap stuff - Middleton's Cherry Blend. And I like a good whiskey, bourbin, or coffee to drink while smoking. |
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Hello fellow cigar smokers!
I started smoking cigars to have something in common with my mate at the time. Come to find out, I like it! I prefer coffee infused cigars, the latest one is Isla Del Sol (I think)...it is smooooth and tastes soooo good. I've also come to realize I prefer lighting my cigars with a match rather than a lighter, it just tastes better.
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Ah.. you might like Drew Estates' other coffee/chocolate ones: Tabak Especial. And yes, on the matches. Although a good butane lighter also works well (these are different than the disposal lighters which leave a fuel after taste)
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I enjoy aromatic blends most of all. English blends are a definite no. And the non-aromatic blends are just ok.
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This may sound like a stupid question, but I've only smoked cigars, never a pipe. So, what's the difference between a pipe and a cigar? I'm interested in getting a pipe and I like coffee flavored tobacco, what kind of tobacco would anyone suggest?
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Linus- thanks for the head up on this thread (Did a search, but nothing came up.).
My fave cigar to date is the Diesel Shorty Unlimited. Also like Ghurka (Dragon and Evil). Also, the Man O War Ruination is tasty. I will usually smoke a Maduro and especially Oscuro. Definitely want to have some food in your belly with those Oscuro. A good wheat ale or IPA makes a nice cigar companion... Will check out your blog!
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I inherited over 100 pipes from my Grandfather so I've been sampling different tobacco with different pipes... I'm not much into the fruity flavors- lean towards leathery, woody varieties.
Great thread!
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Where I smoke.
I fish a lot (A LOT) and will usually take at least two cigars with me. I have a waterproof box that I take in my kayak and will just float around enjoying a nice Maduro...
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I smoked cigars for years, and never a pipe. It was Jack and Linus who got me really interested in pipe smoking - plus I got my Grandfather's pipes after he died. So with that said, what I did is this. I went to a cigar/pipe/tobacconists shop in town. I went in with a pipe, and sat down at the pipe lounge. I asked the guy behind the counter a ton of questions about the tobacco. Jack and Linus helped me with the tools and how to clean out a pipe. I think taste is personal. Some enjoy certain flavors when it may not be so good to others. It is just a matter of what you enjoy. Most places will be happy to give you a pinch to smoke before you purchase any tobacco. I say get a pipe you like, and go to a local shop. Don't be shy. Ask questions. Smoking a pipe is very calming to me. It slows down my OCD. It gives my hands something to do while smoking. Cigar smoking is faster than a pipe. I still enjoy both. Let us know how your smoking journey goes! Have fun! |
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Appreciate everyone's suggestions so far. I've only smoked a few real cigars and I really like them. My favorite method of smoking is pipe smoking. It's the most relaxing and meditative for me.
@ Starbuck You have to light a pipe quite a few times to get through a bowl whereas with cigars i've only had to do one good light at the beginning. You can set a pipe down for a longer time i feel without affecting the flavor too much. With both cigars and pipes you shouldn't smoke them too fast because the flavor will be off and you can get ill from too much nicotine. If you smoke a pipe too hot you could get tongue bite. For a pipe, it is good to have a pipe tool ( a small metal thing with three parts, mostly used to tamp down on the ash) and pipe cleaners. These are the differences i can think of. If anyone is ever in the Pittsburgh area I suggest continental smoke shop for pipe needs. The owner is the best salesman i've ever met but i'm easily persuaded when it comes to spending money on tobacco products. He's very informative and friendly. |
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Welcome MBD and noneoftheabove! Hope to see you more here and if you come to the reunion we will be having a HERF.
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Addition to the pipes and cigars, I recently tried snus which is interesting. Not something I'd do all the time given that the nicotine hit is unreal! But can be handy.
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I'm planning to fire up a La Gloria Cubana Series N... It came highly resommended. Also, gonna pop open a Dale's Pale Ale. Mmmmmmmm.
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I've got a 601 Oscuro I'm seasoning for another week. Can't wait!
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Interestingly enough, when I smoke I favor water or whiskey (no alcohol this week because of surgery)
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ok i see on the Reunion schedule that there will be a HERF. Does that have anything to do with this?
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Well, this thread was created separately from and before the HERF. I host the HERF cuz it's fun
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but i am correct in assuming the HERF is some kinda biggole ceegar-smokin...thing?
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LOL ya. Pipe and cigar types can meetup at the bar in the hotel for a drink (water, soda, beer, etc), a smoke and just gab the time away.
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