Another Beginner Thread

[AHump06]

Im thinking about going to the local cigar shop tomorrow and I want to get a suggestion.. The only type of cigars I have ever had are Black & Milds and Phillies, if those are even considered cigars here, lol.. I want a cigar that is somewhat mild and has good flavor.. Also something under $10, if possible..

Also, are there good cigars with flavors? I mean like Phillies with all their flavors..

[Shagaroo]

Padron 2000. Try a few maduros and naturals. I am sure others would disagree, but for me, that is where everyone should start when first trying cigars.

[Island Epicurean]

Personally, I prefer Jose L. Piedra's for good, cheap Cuban's... But if you are in the U.S., I would recommend Romeyo Y Julieta Cedro de Luxe #2 for a good beginner smoke. Although some people may disagree with me, I find them to be a nice mild-medium bodied stogey.

Good Luck and Welcome to The Forum!

[Jonsey5484]

Im thinking about going to the local cigar shop tomorrow and I want to get a suggestion.. The only type of cigars I have ever had are Black & Milds and Phillies, if those are even considered cigars here, lol.. I want a cigar that is somewhat mild and has good flavor.. Also something under $10, if possible..

Also, are there good cigars with flavors? I mean like Phillies with all their flavors..

Welcome to the board. Personally, I don't think there are any good flavored cigars. I would start with a Romeo y Julieta or a Hoyo De Monterrey. Those are what I started on and I really liked them. Now I am hooked.

[ggiese]

Padron 2000. Try a few maduros and naturals. I am sure others would disagree, but for me, that is where everyone should start when first trying cigars.

Yep - I agree. A great smoke at a reasonable price! Sancho Panza's naturals are another in that same category - just be careful with the double maduro's - they are a bit of a powerhouse. May be overwhelming if you're new to cigar smoking.

Then try the Padron '26's or PAM '64 torpedo - you'll be hooked for life and always out of money...

[Buhz]

Welcome aboard !

Jose L Piedras are very good starter cubans, I still enjoy smoking them a year later.
Padron 2000 are still one of my favourites too.
I'd also suggest an Olivia 'O' Classic, I like the Ole's, very fine smoke and not a bank breaker either.

[alexgtp]

a good everyday smoke would be the sancho panza extra fuerte cordoba..decent price and great taste.

[mithril]

try an A Fuente 858, it runs about $6 a stick.

[cigarsarge]

Ahump06...How did you get your name? Maybe it's just me...something seems funny.

[jaewing]

WELCOME!

Arturo Fuente 8-5-8 is a very nice smoke as mentioned above. I have heard that good beginner smokes are Macanudo. You may also want to try Indian Tabac as a good inexpensive cigar.

[Island Epicurean]

WELCOME!

Arturo Fuente 8-5-8 is a very nice smoke as mentioned above. I have heard that good beginner smokes are Macanudo. You may also want to try Indian Tabac as a good inexpensive cigar.

Macanudo's are definitly worth the money....

[Jonsey5484]

WELCOME!

Arturo Fuente 8-5-8 is a very nice smoke as mentioned above. I have heard that good beginner smokes are Macanudo. You may also want to try Indian Tabac as a good inexpensive cigar.

I have to agree with Jason, those Indian Tabacs he sent me are a great smoke! I am glad he gave me the chance to trade him for a couple!

[QuietC]

try kahula by drew estate if you want flavor, wasn't anything overpowering

[55Kingpin]

858s are good smokes.....Hell, I've been smokin' "good" cigars for 6 or 7 years and I still like 'em.

One of my favorites when I first started were Romeo y Julietas Torpedos......also try a Macanudo Hyde Park Cafe

[cigar no baka]

Try Aroma de Cuba cigars, they run about 5-6$ a stick and are fairly mild.

[Kenyth]

Without going into brands, because I don't know what your shop carries, I'll make a few milder type suggestions.

Cameroon wrapper cigars tend to be mild-medium with good complex flavors and easy to find. Steer clear of Nicaraguan filler and look for Dominican. A lighter color cigar generally means a milder cigar.

When I first started, I found that the folks running the tobacco stores are generally clueless. You need to go there when the owner is in if you have questions. My first two cigars were a Montecruz Robusto Cameroon and a Cuesta-Rey Cabinet #95 Cameroon. Both were mild and tasty if not extravagant smokes.

[PuffTheMagicDragon]

try kahula by drew estate if you want flavor, wasn't anything overpowering

That was actually my first cigar and I really enjoyed it. I still pick one up now and then for a little change.

Also, you can always talk to the shop owner/worker. If he is a reputable person, he will help you greatly without trying to take you to the cleaners. There are LOTS of really good smokes under $5 per stick, so don't fall for the more $$$ means better. Simply not true. Buy several, as many as budget will allow and experiment. That is the only way you will find out what you really like.