A potentially stupid question from a newbie

[Pbobes]

Hello all,

I am a huge fan of this forum and I want to thank everyone for all their help. My question is kinda stupid but please stay with me. I have been smoking cigars for almost ten years but most of the time when I buy cigars, I can never find or remember their names. Am I the only one? I love Fuentes, but if the name is not on the wrapper, I can't remember it. Are the specific names on the box 100% of the time and I just can't find it? I feel stupid asking the tobbaconist. There are so many kinds in each brand, I would love to remember what I bought but can never remember. Any suggestions?

Thanks so much,

Pbobes

[bigpoppapuff]

why not start a journal/log.......glue the band to the paper and jot down notes about your experience with that particular cigar.....start your own rating system.....when you find certain cigars that you like..you'll have all the info in front of you.........


welcome...and you're right...it was a silly question....

[Pbobes]

I know what brands i like...the problem is the specific name of the cigar within that brand. I either can't find the name anywhere or forget it by the time i pull it out of my humi and smoke it. Thanks for not flaming me for a silly question!!

Pbobes

[Roham]

I forget all the time too. I think it just takes practice I have a journal I use to record my experience and keep the band.

[Pbobes]

Thanks everyone! Look forward to being involved in discussions here!!!

[bigpoppapuff]

record the size....length and ring gauge....find out what's in the cigar....wrapper,binder,filler....what is the country of origin...all important.....


the flaming,btw,will begin soon enough....

[slcraiders]

First of all, do not ever feel stupid asking the tobacconist. If they are a worthy vendor, they should never make you feel uncomfortable. Sometimes box reading can be difficult when one is surrounded by so many similar options. Some shops even recycle boxes to refill with the same smokes bought in bundles.

Secondly, immediately write down what you purchased. After smoking the cigar, add a few tasting notes so you know if you enjoyed it and if you want to go back to purchase more. Another good idea is to pick up labels you can write on yourself for referencing purposes such as these:

http://www.heartfeltindustries.com/Accessories.htm