Gurkha hatin

[Legend]

Ok
. I've seen it here from a few. A lot of Gurkha hate. Personally I don't get it. I do, however, want to know why. I won't try to convince anyone or tell them their opinion is wrong. Just want to know why you don't like the whole brand. What you tried etc.

Or conversely what you like if you're a Gurkha ho like me.

Me. I like a med to full flavor smoke. I like that many Gurkha cigars are very unique and not just another same old same old smoke. They are typically very rich in their flavors and usually go very well through the nose (snork). I've tried basically all sizes of.

Grand reserve natural and maduro

Grand age

Master select natural and maduro

Estate selection vintage shaggy

Doble maduro

Centurian XX

Royal brigade

Royal salute

Anniversary natural and maduro

Triple ligureo

Black dragon and dragonfire

Blue steel

Probably more I can't think of

[Waynegro1]

And it starts :wo

[big a]

Great topic! Ever since I have joined the cigar forums this has been a common trend among them and I have been wondering this very question myself. As far as Gurkhas go i will stay neutral as I have had some I enjoy and some not so much.

[icehog3]

I have smoked many Gurkhas as I became a "serious" cigar smoker. I think some taste like dirt, and some taste worse. So that is my "why".

[Whee]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8Kyi0WNg40

[Darrell]

They taste like ass.

[MedicCook]

I have not made my mind up yet. I have only had a couple so far.

[pnoon]

To quote someone I have the utmost respect for "I have smoked enough cigars from the brands I have sworn off of to have my own educated opinion, and make no apologies for those opinions."

[pnoon]

They taste like ass.
:tpd:
And Darrell knows ass. ;)

[Bruzee]

:tpd:
And Darrell knows ass. ;)

Thats funny right there.... :r

[Raralith]

I think I've had 1 good Gurkha. What bothers me about that line is that you've got a ton of blends that seemingly go nowhere. Rocky Partel, which does something smilair, at least has some decent cigars.

[mhailey]

I have had a few, although certainly not all of their lines, and I have enjoyed a few, and some, not so much (like the shaggy :pu). However, If I like it, I'll smoke it. to each their own. If I like and no one else does, then all the more for me.

Matt

[icehog3]

To quote someone I have the utmost respect for "I have smoked enough cigars from the brands I have sworn off of to have my own educated opinion, and make no apologies for those opinions."

<blush>

[Ashcan Bill]

I honestly neither like nor dislike Gurkhas.

Of course, I've never had any desire to smoke one either.

[Darrell]

:tpd:
And Darrell knows ass. ;)

:r

Nice one, Baldy.

[icehog3]

I know that when you posted the "B&M vs. The Big Guys" thread, you admitted that you were trying to stir up some controversy.

Now that that thread has died off, I imagine you sitting at your computer, giggling, thinking, "How can I stir the pot next'.

Close? Be honest. ;)

[zmancbr]

:tpd:
And Darrell knows ass. ;)

:r:r That about made me fall out of my chair... Nice one Peter...

I have tried enough of them to know which ones I like and which ones I don't... and like I said in the other gurkha thread, at least they are better than the Rocky patel garbage...

[SilverFox]

I have tried several

Have to say they were from unimpressed to truly not good.

I had a shaggy footed one once, reminded me of vacuum cleaner bags, toe jam, freeze dried vomit and belly button lint.

"The beauty of this world is that everybody has different beliefs, opinions and preferences. It does not matter at all whether yours are the same or different to mine."

Min Ron Nee

[madurofan]

#2

[icehog3]

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/snorkelwacker.gif

[Emjaysmash]

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/snorkelwacker.gif

LMAO :r:r

[skullnrose]

I have smoked a few that were passable but not something I'd buy again. What I really dislike about them Is their marketing and how they boast about how great they are. It's just way over the top and that's enough to keep me from buying them. Same thing goes for me with CAO I have had a few I liked but none I'd buy a box of But hey if you like them by all means smoke them and enjoy them.

[Emjaysmash]

I have smoked a few that were passable but not something I'd buy again. What I really dislike about them Is their marketing and how they boast about how great they are. It's just way over the top and that's enough to keep me from buying them. Same thing goes for me with CAO I have had a few I liked but none I'd buy a box of But hey if you like them by all means smoke them and enjoy them.

:tpd:

With my budget, I cant justify the cost for the experience I get out of them.

[Darrell]

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/1525/gurktom.jpg (http://img16.imageshack.us/my.php?image=gurktom.jpg)

I'm bored. :D

[icehog3]

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/1525/gurktom.jpg (http://img16.imageshack.us/my.php?image=gurktom.jpg)

I'm bored. :D

My last Gurkha. Ever. ;)

[Don Fernando]

Ok
. I've seen it here from a few. A lot of Gurkha hate. Personally I don't get it. I do, however, want to know why.

The answer is pretty simple. Gurkha has a lot of lines, and only one or two are to my likings, the rest are awefull, that's why I hate Gurkha.

[Legend]

The haters here have only specifically mentioned one cigar. The rest very vague which doesn't give me a why beyond personal preference. Now first of all I am not trying to stir up the pot. And second. I have many cigars that I do not personally prefer. But I still can appreciate the good construction and quality tobacco. I don't just hate on them.

I guess to be more specific. Why the venom? Why hated so much more than "eh not my type"

[Jimbo14]

Bobby! Where are you mate??????

[longknocker]

Ok
. I've seen it here from a few. A lot of Gurkha hate. Personally I don't get it. I do, however, want to know why. I won't try to convince anyone or tell them their opinion is wrong. Just want to know why you don't like the whole brand. What you tried etc.

Or conversely what you like if you're a Gurkha ho like me.

Me. I like a med to full flavor smoke. I like that many Gurkha cigars are very unique and not just another same old same old smoke. They are typically very rich in their flavors and usually go very well through the nose (snork). I've tried basically all sizes of.

Grand reserve natural and maduro

Grand age

Master select natural and maduro

Estate selection vintage shaggy

Doble maduro

Centurian XX

Royal brigade

Royal salute

Anniversary natural and maduro

Triple ligureo

Black dragon and dragonfire

Blue steel

Probably more I can't think of
I've tried 3-4 of the different blends and just didn't get that much out of them, especially for the high price.

[Starchild]

When I first started getting into cigars, before I found places like this, I bought into the catalog hype pumping up Gurkha as the end all-be all of cigars. I had a couple that I enjoyed, but the more I got into the hobby, and the more my taste developed, I became unimpressed with the Gurkhas I tried. There are much better smokes out there for my money. I don't want to pay for all that advertising.

I'm sure there are smokes in the endless stream of blends that I may like, but the price point doesn't make me want to go hunting.

I still want to try a Nepalese Warrior eventually though.

No hate here, just been turned off by the brand in general.

[Catfish]

Most of em i've had I liked. I've had several. For the most part, I don't think they justify the price. I mean... $8 for a robusto? I'm sorry, the Black Dragon is not worth that much dough. The Warlord is a great smoke for $10. The G5, not worth $10.

I would smoke them again and will purchase more when my local B&M has another event but I won't pay MSRP for 'em.

[s15driftking]

I think it goes without saying, i think it's a swell brand.

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/1525/gurktom.jpg (http://img16.imageshack.us/my.php?image=gurktom.jpg)

I'm bored. :D

it looks like he likes it!

[landhoney]

I guess to be more specific. Why the venom? Why hated so much more than "eh not my type"

I think it's a combination of two factors:

1. Many feel the cigars taste bad (myself included - burnt earth/dirt, not my cup of tea)
2. The descriptions of them being "the Rolls Royce of cigars" , the huge amount of cigar lines, the "most expensive cigar in the world", copying the Cuban RE bands, the CI descriptions, the high prices....but then there are always some to be found at discounted prices, etc. etc. etc.

And I don't think it's hatred, just 'easy/fun to make fun of". It's like if the AMC Pacer marketed itself as the "ultimate driving machine" and came in 500 different variations, but all similarly not so great.

:2

[Da Klugs]

The best advice on dealing with the devil is.....

don't.

Smoke what you like. Respect others right to do the same.

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

[DPD6030]

My :2 I can spend less on things that I know I like and don't make me want to :pu Oh btw, thanks Don for the sampler that included a Gurkha :eek:

[Col. Kurtz]

When I first started getting into cigars, before I found places like this, I bought into the catalog hype pumping up Gurkha as the end all-be all of cigars. I had a couple that I enjoyed, but the more I got into the hobby, and the more my taste developed, I became unimpressed with the Gurkhas I tried. There are much better smokes out there for my money. I don't want to pay for all that advertising.
...
...
No hate here, just been turned off by the brand in general.

My sentiments exactly. I loved the Doble Mauro and RP Connie, think I got them in a CI sampler. They were great beginner cigars for me. My tastes have changed from these smokes. For the price, I go for a Pepin, Padron or Fuente that I know will deliver for me. Guess I can't get past those first few to try the rest of the line.

Early on, I smoked some RP vintage. I thought were too harsh for no reason. I would probably enjoy one now, so I should go back and try it. I just know there are cigars that will deliver for me (for the same price or less), and that's what I usually pick up.

For the record, I'm also a CasaMagna "hater". Wasted money on these three times with poor results. :(

[icehog3]

The haters here have only specifically mentioned one cigar. The rest very vague which doesn't give me a why beyond personal preference. Now first of all I am not trying to stir up the pot. And second. I have many cigars that I do not personally prefer. But I still can appreciate the good construction and quality tobacco. I don't just hate on them.

I guess to be more specific. Why the venom? Why hated so much more than "eh not my type"

With respect for Klugs' manta of "smoke what you like", the OP has asked that we not be so vague...so off the top of my head....

Smoked The Beast....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Titan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Genghis Khan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Series 1887 Churchill...tasted like dirt.

Smoked an Ancient Warrior...tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Black Dragon....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Legend....tasted foul and sour.

Smoked a Regent...again, foul and sour.

Smoked whatever the churchill barberpole version is...tasted like air.

[dunng]

Smoked dirt... tasted like a Gurkha.


:D

[icehog3]

And for the record before the question comes....I played football. So yes, I've tasted dirt. :r

[borndead1]

Doble Maduro -- inconsistent in flavor and construction. First one I smoked was good, the next 3 in a row tasted funny and were rolled poorly.

Nepalese Warrior -- same story. Smoked 1 that was good, and a couple more that tasted completely different from the first one and also burned horribly.

Expedition -- same story. Every cigar tasted different.

Connecticut Reserve -- smoked through a 5 pack, they were OK but I've tasted better mild CT wrap cigars that cost a buck and change.

Centurian -- I actually smoked 3 or 4 of these and liked them. But not enough to get any more.


Do you see a pattern?

Poor consistency in blending
+
Poor consistency in construction
+
Ridiculous amounts of BS and hype
=
I hate Gurkha. :D

[Texan in Mexico]

Good morning Mr. Legend,

I do not hate Gurhkas.

There are very few things in life I can honestly say I hate.

To hate requires a certain energy and dedication of resources to right a wrong when one's, or one's friends and / or family's, rights or liberties have been affected.

There is so much in life that affects us, our friends and family that to waste saying I hate a certain cigar brand is energy poorly invested for me.

I have tried the Nepalese Warrior, a 5er, and it was a poor stick in my opinion as it was a inferior version of the RP 90 for me (poorly rolled all 5). I would have said bland earth instead of dirt but that is part of the beauty of this hobby - I taste bland earth and my neighbor taste dirt!

I also tried the barber pole version, again a 5er to be fair, and it had the light taste of air.

At the price point for many of their cigars I can get some extremely nice CC's - some LGC and Montes come to mind or in the non-CC world I can find Padron Principes and many of Mr. Pepins cigars.

That is why I choose to not purchase Gurhka sticks and I believe I fall into what Mr. Klugman has said below.

Good luck on your next thread!

Respectfully,

Travis

The best advice on dealing with the devil is.....

don't.

Smoke what you like. Respect others right to do the same.

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

[chippewastud79]

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

This pretty much sums it up for most. When I was a mere noob I was caught by the flashiness and relative ease to obtain Gurkhas. I bought the Beast, Nepalese Warrior and random other ones based on the prices from the devil and the 'reviews', well I bought the Beast because it was huge. I can say that the cigars wouldn't make me puke or want to scrape my tongue with a straight razor, but as you experience more you realize that they are nothing but a product of hype. Most B+M's don't carry them, if they did they blow them out when they realize they can't sell them (even with the gimics). They are flashy, they throw the advertising in your face and make a million different claims of superiority. But, when it comes down to it, the more cigars you have a chance to experience, the less likely people tend to be leaning back towards Gurkha. :2:tu

[replicant_argent]

'Nough said. I could post my experiences with them, but quite frankly, this thread shouldn't provide enough interest to further its post count for me. I think the pot has been stirred, scorched the contents, and served to the masses. Time to let it soak in the sink with some harsh cleaner in the bottom. ;) Or, conversely, the post whoring could begin and just look silly. I suppose either is okay with me, and the LEGEND will certainly be gratified his thread continues to live on life support.

[Scottw]

Can't say I had a good one but I won't go bashing them. My B & M is one of 2 Gurkha distributors in NJ according to the owner and he swears by them. Naturally he does because his Titan costs $22.00 and he always tells me, "The Gurkha's you see from CI or Thompsons are rolled for the discount shops, try these, they are the real deal". I dont have the heart to tell him I think he is full of **** because he is really a nice guy. I reach for the Fuentes or the Oliva Masterblends when I am there.

[chippewastud79]

Naturally he does because his Titan costs $22.00 and he always tells me, "The Gurkha's you see from CI or Thompsons are rolled for the discount shops, try these, they are the real deal".

Oh no, conspiracy theory. :eek: :hn

[Scottw]

Oh no, conspiracy theory. :eek: :hn

Haha, I was thinking the same thing when he told me that and then I read the Internet -vs- B & M thread here and nearly died

[Skywalker]

Funny... you forgot the Gurkha Legend... Legend!!!:D

I actually I have smoked a number of Gurkhas and now I know what the "mushroom flavor" is!!! I used to see mushroom mentioned in reviews and always wondered what that meant. Smoked a few Gurkha... now I know!!!

I enjoy the Gurkha Legend, Legend!!!:tu

[Ender]

I've had some great tasting Gurkhas like the Avenger, G3, Shaggy, Genghis Khan, and Ancient Warrior. That being said I have a few that I didn't enjoy much. I agree for the most part that Gurkha needs to settle down on the multitude of blends and settle on the main sellers.

[thebiglebowski]

this is the most worthless thread since... well, since the last gurkha blow-up over at that other place.

sorry, just my opinon.

[s15driftking]

this is the most worthless thread since... well, since the last gurkha blow-up over at that other place.

sorry, just my opinon.


:o:o:o:o:o

[WildBlueSooner]

Yes...the only reason I even became a member at CA is to see a Gurkha thread. F'n awesome! :r

[Smoke Naked]

What a rediculous thread to start, seriously. The title just says lets argue, arguing in person sucks arguing online is ridiculous, if someones made up their mind that they don't like a cigar who cares. Its our right to hate or love or be indifferent, don't try to convince anyone otherwise and life will go a whole lot smoother. Thats the purpose of a online forum, everyone gives their individual experiences and opinions and people take from it what they want. I have not purchased a a bundle/box over $50, so if someone comes knockin anything from my precious collection so be it, I like what I smoke, you smoke what you like. $.02

Gonna go enjoy a 5 Vegas Gold Toro or a Sol Cubano Connecticut Toro with my morning coffee- yum

[WildBlueSooner]

What a rediculous thread to start, seriously. The title just says lets argue, arguing in person sucks arguing online is ridiculous, if someones made up their mind that they don't like a cigar who cares. Its our right to hate or love or be indifferent, don't try to convince anyone otherwise and life will go a whole lot smoother. Thats the purpose of a online forum, everyone gives their individual experiences and opinions and people take from it what they want. I have not purchased a a bundle/box over $50, so if someone comes knockin anything from my precious collection so be it, I like what I smoke, you smoke what you like. $.02

Gonna go enjoy a 5 Vegas Gold Toro or a Sol Cubano Connecticut Toro with my morning coffee- yum

Yes, in fact I can think of another thread that begged people to start arguing...just cant remember who started that one...oh wait I remember :r

[Whee]

With respect for Klugs' manta of "smoke what you like", the OP has asked that we not be so vague...so off the top of my head....

Smoked The Beast....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Titan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Genghis Khan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Series 1887 Churchill...tasted like dirt.

Smoked an Ancient Warrior...tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Black Dragon....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Legend....tasted foul and sour.

Smoked a Regent...again, foul and sour.

Smoked whatever the churchill barberpole version is...tasted like air.

Stop smoking the ones the dog has buried in the backyard and maybe the dirt taste will go away?:r

Smoked a few,the Vintage, Royal Brigade and one other I can't remember. Usually have burn issues and Flavor is kinda "meh" for the price.

I think this cigar is more "hype" than anything.:2

[Dgar]

People hate on Gurka's because they dont like them... Its okay to hate on them, this is just a hobby. I enjoy sports another hobby, and there are certain teams I enjoy hating on, they suck IMO, it sort of keeps things fun. Actually hate is probably the wrong word, to hate means you must care and I dont think that many of the 'so called haters really care one way or another about Gurkha"

But why the hating, probably has to do some with Gurkha's own percieved value of its cigars, the MSRP on these are stupid, anyone thats done any research knows that Gurkha's can usually be bought for pennies on the dollar comapred to the MSRP. Its a damn shame anyone would spend 10 bucks on any cigar that could be bought for 2.00 bucks online, and this happens with Gurkha all the time.

You like Gurkha, cool... to each his own, Check C-bid for prices, at 2.00 a stick I've been know to smoke a few, but at MSRP NEVER!

[SeanGAR]

Personally, I think gurkhas are the best cigars in the world.

Oh no, I don't discount them because of the blowhard, ridiculous advertising, although it would be easy to do so.

The stupid names don't bother me at all either.

From CI:
Few cigars can match the caliber of Gurkha handmade cigars. Considered to be some of the world’s finest and most prestigious super-premiums, the Gurkha brand represents a small-batch selection of ultra-elusive cigars that routinely receive top ratings in addition to ’Best of the Best’ honors from the Robb Report. Always pushing the envelope with exotic, high-end blends, Gurkha got another trick up its mighty sleeve, and it’s called the Black Dragon.

Dressed in a dark and toothy, 5-year old Connecticut Broadleaf maduro wrapper, the Black Dragon hails from Honduras and combines a vintage mixture of Dominican long-leaf tobaccos secured within a Cameroon binder. The smoke is thick and chewy, with a rich, leathery core and elegant hints of earth, complemented by an assortment of sweet spices on the finish. Medium in body and complex, yet buttery smooth, the Black Dragon is unlike any Gurkha you’ve tried before.

Naturally, these cigars come magnificently packaged. {instert turd in a pretty box joke here}Inventory is extremely limited.


I mean, come on, that dirt taste is ELEGANT, dang it, so dig in and enjoy.

As I've already mentioned, I think these cigars are the best in the world.

Needless to say, I only buy mine at my local B&M on nights of a full moon, to get that perfect melange of gestalt and gravity that ensures a primo cigar.

And no, the earthy taste doesn't bother me. In fact, I don't even smoke these cigars. I make cigar tea out of them and use the tea to keep slugs off of my strawberries.

I've tried the rest and none could remotely approach the slug repelling properties of a gurhka.

[Smokin Gator]

Personally, I think gurkhas are the best cigars in the world.

Oh no, I don't discount them because of the blowhard, ridiculous advertising, although it would be easy to do so.

The stupid names don't bother me at all either.

From CI:
Few cigars can match the caliber of Gurkha handmade cigars. Considered to be some of the world’s finest and most prestigious super-premiums, the Gurkha brand represents a small-batch selection of ultra-elusive cigars that routinely receive top ratings in addition to ’Best of the Best’ honors from the Robb Report. Always pushing the envelope with exotic, high-end blends, Gurkha got another trick up its mighty sleeve, and it’s called the Black Dragon.

Dressed in a dark and toothy, 5-year old Connecticut Broadleaf maduro wrapper, the Black Dragon hails from Honduras and combines a vintage mixture of Dominican long-leaf tobaccos secured within a Cameroon binder. The smoke is thick and chewy, with a rich, leathery core and elegant hints of earth, complemented by an assortment of sweet spices on the finish. Medium in body and complex, yet buttery smooth, the Black Dragon is unlike any Gurkha you’ve tried before.

Naturally, these cigars come magnificently packaged. {instert turd in a pretty box joke here}Inventory is extremely limited.


I mean, come on, that dirt taste is ELEGANT, dang it, so dig in and enjoy.

As I've already mentioned, I think these cigars are the best in the world.

Needless to say, I only buy mine at my local B&M on nights of a full moon, to get that perfect melange of gestalt and gravity that ensures a primo cigar.

And no, the earthy taste doesn't bother me. In fact, I don't even smoke these cigars. I make cigar tea out of them and use the tea to keep slugs off of my strawberries.

I've tried the rest and none could remotely approach the slug repelling properties of a gurhka.

I haven't laughed so hard in I don't know when!!!:r

[SilverFox]

What a rediculous thread to start, seriously. The title just says lets argue, arguing in person sucks arguing online is ridiculous, if someones made up their mind that they don't like a cigar who cares. Its our right to hate or love or be indifferent, don't try to convince anyone otherwise and life will go a whole lot smoother. Thats the purpose of a online forum, everyone gives their individual experiences and opinions and people take from it what they want. I have not purchased a a bundle/box over $50, so if someone comes knockin anything from my precious collection so be it, I like what I smoke, you smoke what you like. $.02

Gonna go enjoy a 5 Vegas Gold Toro or a Sol Cubano Connecticut Toro with my morning coffee- yum

Funnily enough this is the best point noted in the whole thread. In my humble baseless opinion particularly the bolded portion "The title just says lets argue" not that I would normally do so, but I find myself questioning the motives of the OP.

[s15driftking]

Bobby! Where are you mate??????

I think it would be wise if i shut my trap you know?

Plus, i agree with everyone, Gurkhas are big stinky, nasty, perfume-like, overpriced, marketing-driven, and usually unravel 60% of the time....

For some reason, (overall) i really enjoy them, ever since i had my first Master Select this past September with a glass of Gin and Tonic.

Funnily enough this is the best point noted in the whole thread. In my humble baseless opinion particularly the bolded portion "The title just says lets argue" not that I would normally do so, but I find myself questioning the motives of the OP.

But Fox! There must be a Gurkha love/hate thread with the Season's change!! Just kidding, there does not need to be one. I love you all, that is all!

[Smoke Naked]

I love you all, that is all!

Oh Bobby, I don't even know you but I love you and your love for Gurkhas too. Man hugs all around folks.

[s15driftking]

Man hugs all around folks.

Bro-mance!!!

[piperman]

Gurkha? I thought Thompson made those, sorry my bad. :lv

[Coz77]

Gurkha? I thought Thompson made those, sorry my bad. :lv


LOL....Id smoke a Gurkha or a Rocky over a Thompson any day!!!!



http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/ThompsonGroup/2570_1?$FRYPRODUCT$

[s15driftking]

^^^ Why does Thompson plug that Tusker like nobodies business? At least they did over the Summer... it was Ca-RAZ-EEE

[Da Klugs]

FWIW - I liked my Regent toros and legends back in the day. It's all a matter of personal perspective and where we are in our own personal journey of exploration of cigars. Heavily promoted cigars tend to be tried by a larger audience than those not as widely promoted. We all are creatures of habit and of our own inventory. It's human nature that many would smoke and enjoy these cigars. They are not awful cigars by any stretch when compared to others at their actual selling prices. The difference between list and actual prices is the issue for many regarding these. For $ 1-3 a stick these represent a good value for what they are.

Me and Gurkhas today... well it's not "back in the day" anymore so relative to things now I have a different perspective. The cigars haven't changed, I have.

[kaelaria]

I have had 3 Ghurkas and one was very good, the Park Avenue 44 that I just reviewed. The others were so-so - not bad, just not what I'm looking for, pretty weak and simple. I have never had one burn poorly.

[Starchild]

LOL....Id smoke a Gurkha or a Rocky over a Thompson any day!!!!



http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/ThompsonGroup/2570_1?$FRYPRODUCT$

Thompson Hatin? :r:r:r

[lightning9191]

I've smoked one Gurkha.....I find the price and the lack of good reviews inhibitory to me buying them.....I am just not really drawn to them, but I don't hate them.

[WildBlueSooner]

I havent smoked a Gurkha, but I got drunk and ate one...not too bad

[leasingthisspace]

This thread is cool. It's kinda like a banter thread of sorts.


Smoke what you like.

[icantbejon]

Most of em i've had I liked. I've had several. For the most part, I don't think they justify the price. I mean... $8 for a robusto? I'm sorry, the Black Dragon is not worth that much dough. The Warlord is a great smoke for $10. The G5, not worth $10.

I would smoke them again and will purchase more when my local B&M has another event but I won't pay MSRP for 'em.

:tpd::tpd::tpd::tpd:

My buddy was just smoking the Black Dragon, and I told him it was a great smoke for him cause he got it for free. There are so many cigars that top the Gurkha brand for the price they ask. I enjoy the doble maduro from time to time if I can get it on a deal. That to me is no more than a $4 cigar, not the $8 they typically ask. They are insanely over priced. In addition, I feel that their blends all run similiar in flavor profile. :2

[icantbejon]

LOL....Id smoke a Gurkha or a Rocky over a Thompson any day!!!!



http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/ThompsonGroup/2570_1?$FRYPRODUCT$

I just saw this....and it makes me laugh. I have one of these cigars in my humi, not because I ever intend to smoke it. I was a Tusker in my last unit and they bought a big box of them. They are TERRIBLY AWFUL cigars. I smoked one of the two that I was given. :pu

[Legend]

Remembered a few more

Legend

G3

G5

Regent

Nepalese warrior.

Warlord

Beast

Titan

Super fuerte


Anyway. Seems to me the venom comes from the price and advertising along with the not preferring the taste. Also mentioned was consistancy and construction.

Now the consistancy and construction I've not noticed and I've smoked a lot of gurkhas is actually one of the things I like. Only a few of the internet only ones were a little bit inconsistent. The super fuerte comes to mind. Probably my least favorite Gurkha. But I think I understand it more. Which was the point of the post. Not to argue. Thanks guys.

[Cigary]

Like a moth to a flame,,,,,I am drawn into this post because for the last few years I have seen so many threads about how awful Gurkhas are and don't see any thing specific as to the "why" but I do hear that they don't like that there are so many brands out there. I do like the Beast, Titan, Centurian, Warlord and Regent and a few others. I dislike some of the other brands they carry only because I do not like the taste,,,,not because it is easy to climb aboard the "I don't like Gurkha" bandwagon. I and some friends did a test of some of the Gurkha cigars on some of our friends who disliked the Gurkha brand on all levels and we traded them straight across on 3 brands of cigars for them and they did with us as well. Each person got a 5 pak to try with only numbers on the cigar and we all gave our opinions and guess what? Nearly every smoker picked the Gurkha cigars as a good cigar and these were people who swore they hated them. When you take the bands off and let your taste decide what you like you'll be surprised as to what you really like.

[cbsmokin]

I think the core members of this forum have been smoking cigars for some time and as Klugs touched on the Gurkha's seem to be a part of "cigar evolution." They just are a part of the evolution most of us have already been through and likely will not return to. I used to smoke a lot of Gurkha's, especially during my days of heavy involvement with cbid. I remember liking the Expedition and the Titan. At the time I felt they were good smokes for what I was paying for them on cbid. Now, whatever inventory I have is usually used as giveaways. I don't hate the cigars or the brand, as with most NC's I just don't smoke them anymore.

[icehog3]

Anyway. Seems to me the venom comes from the price and advertising along with the not preferring the taste. Also mentioned was consistancy and construction.



Not for me...I could care less. I just don't like how they taste.

[Skywalker]

I enjoyed the Gurkha Crest!!! It didn't taste like toothpaste!!!:r

[groogs]

I have smoked a handfull of different Gurkha blends and they all seem to taste very similar...Bad.

[thebiglebowski]

Now the consistancy and construction I've not noticed and I've smoked a lot of gurkhas is actually one of the things I like. Only a few of the internet only ones were a little bit inconsistent. The super fuerte comes to mind. Probably my least favorite Gurkha. But I think I understand it more. Which was the point of the post. Not to argue. Thanks guys.

wow. he's successfully combined the two hated threads...

that's awsum.

[icehog3]

wow. he's successfully combined the two hated threads...

that's awsum.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phWBoU471-0

[AD720]

I havent smoked a Gurkha, but I got drunk and ate one...not too bad

:r Some of the stuff you say really cracks me up.

[WildBlueSooner]

:r Some of the stuff you say really cracks me up.

Im glad...I like to make people laugh. Sometimes I only make myself laugh, but that is better than no one laughing. Sometimes I dont even make myself laugh, that's how I know I made a really bad joke :wo

[South Shield]

So after seeing this thread I had to light up a Gurkha Enigma I had when I got drunk and bought smokes (got to stop doing that)

Since this is my first Gurkha here are my thoughts as I smoke this right now.

Burn and draw are great

Wrapper looks really good

Taste.....

I can see why people say dirt, but its like a sweet dirt. Like if you put maple syrup on the ground and just licked it up.

but its not a real strong taste

Its not a horrible cigar, but it is very one dimensional of a sweet dirt taste that doesn't linger very long.

Would I try another type of Gurkha? Yeah, I got 4 left from that CI deal..

but I wouldn't buy this version ever again.

[SeanGAR]

So after seeing this thread I had to light up a Gurkha Enema I had when I got drunk and bought smokes (got to stop doing that)

That one gets a bum rap IMHO.

And there it is ... post No. 500. A poo poo joke. D'OH.

[Emjaysmash]

That one gets a bum rap IMHO.

And there it is ... post No. 500. A poo poo joke. D'OH.

Grats! :tu

[Savor the Stick]

:tpd:

[WildBlueSooner]

This is the http://dashemdchen.de/tehdemo/best_thread_ever.jpg

Ok not really!

[JJG]

I think I'm going to have to buy one this weekend just to see for myself. only had one but I don't remember it being awful. I only remember that it looked pretty good on the outside. very nice wrapper.

Puros Indios, now THAT was truly of piece of sh*t

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

I do NOT like gurkhas. I would rather have my saliva permanently transmuted to urine.

I ordered the deep six sampler from CI a long time ago and smoked all of the cigars. I didnt like any of them. :2

[SeanGAR]

Speaking of poo ....

http://www.cigarsinternational.com/prodDisp.asp?item=CS-KLB&cat=3

Yeah ... infuse monkey poo with tobacco and you're all set. Oh, thats right, its a civit, not a monkey. I feel so much better now after you've collected its poo containing coffee beans off of the jungle floor, roasted them, made coffee with it, and then infused that into your cigars.

I'm shocked this isn't a gurkha. The fact that its made with poo but has a "pleasantly sweet tip" is somehow reassuring .....

[Darrell]

This thread scores a 1.2 on the Legend scale.

[Bruzee]

I too agree that your tastes change over time, and you find that cigars you liked 5 years ago now taste like crap. But having said that, I still really like the Shaggy. There are others that I cannot stand, but I don't wate a whole lot of energy "hatin" any cigar. And since someone brought up Patel, I also still really like the vintage series. Just my :2. :D

[Legend]

Tonight my wife and I will celebrate our 13th anniversary here in kauai and the tooper (outside of the bedroom) will be smoking our Gurkha beauty and Gurkha beast. The beast is for me of course the beauty my lovely wife (how an ugly troll like me got a hottie is beyond me. I call it the Billy Joel/christy brinkley syndrome). With a bottle of chateau souverain 03 cab. 2 cigars in my personal top 25 and an exceptional cab from Alexander valley (which I think produces better stuff than napa at half the price.) no better topper I can think of.
Legend is a very happy lucky man.

[Da Klugs]

Tonight my wife and I will celebrate our 13th anniversary here in kauai and the tooper (outside of the bedroom) will be smoking our Gurkha beauty and Gurkha beast. The beast is for me of course the beauty my lovely wife (how an ugly troll like me got a hottie is beyond me. I call it the Billy Joel/christy brinkley syndrome). With a bottle of chateau souverain 03 cab. 2 cigars in my personal top 25 and an exceptional cab from Alexander valley (which I think produces better stuff than napa at half the price.) no better topper I can think of.
Legend is a very happy lucky man.

Congratulations and happy anniversary.

Are you sure it's not the Julia Roberts/Lyle Lovett syndrome? :)

http://a.getbackimages.com/uri/w514_h676_cfalse_K0203230316/lyle-lovett-julia-roberts/image/4/0/5/5/4055041.jpg

[Legend]

Congratulations and happy anniversary.

Are you sure it's not the Julia Roberts/Lyle Lovett syndrome? :)

http://a.getbackimages.com/uri/w514_h676_cfalse_K0203230316/lyle-lovett-julia-roberts/image/4/0/5/5/4055041.jpg

Thank you

And I had thought of them but something abou Julia Roberts. Just not that hot to me. Christy is much hotter.

[Da Klugs]

Thank you

And I had thought of them but something abou Julia Roberts. Just not that hot to me. Christy is much hotter.

Probably right. More an attempt at fitting the beast. :D

[The Saint]

Lets see:

"Pepin" Garcia- Cigar Legend (no pun intended)
Padron's- Cigar Legends
Fuente's- Cigar Legends
Oliva's- Cigar Legends


Kaizad Hansotia- Watch guy.....who bought the Gurkha name for a song and marketed the crap out of it.

"Kaiser" may know marketing, but he must gargle with potting soil if he helps "develop" the blends(which I'm not a 100% sure he even does).

Sadly, its getting to the point that anyone with a thick wallet can sell "the greatest cigars in the world". Gurkha for one, Arganese for another. I've tried many of these "cigar companies"( I use that term loosely, seeing as they don't have factory themselves, they just job it out) offerings some are good, but to me most aren't worth crap.

But, as a wise man said "Smoke what YOU like, and like what YOU smoke."

[icehog3]

Happy Anniversary, hope you enjoy the cigars and evening with your Missus. :)

[Rock Star]

The best advice on dealing with the devil is.....

don't.

Smoke what you like. Respect others right to do the same.

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

what he said..oh and they suck because they do..walks like a duck..and they have too many in their line that suck..

Happy Anniversary though...

[Legend]

Forgot to mention the aforementioned cigars and wine will be enjoyed on our balcony overlooking the kauai eastern shore.
Just finished an awesome dinner in Hanalei dolphin restaurant.

Lucky lucky lucky bastard.

[Smokin Gator]

A couple of months ago I was feeling bad for Legend. He posted that he was on hard times and was only buying sticks that were under $1. Now he is Kauai smoking expensive cigars and drinking expensive wine!!!! Plus he has a trip planned to Nicaragua!!!

Now I am not feeling bad...

[Col. Kurtz]

Gents,

I don't mean to offend this community. If I were in Hawaii with my wife, I would be living that, not posting on this bb. I like you and all, but there are a lot of things more important.

Just sayin'

Now if I were to routinely go to Hawaii and got bored I may drop in and visit yall. No, still don't see that happening.

[poker]

I dont hate Gurka's. I dont like em either for that fact.

Do they suck? Depends on the guy who buys it & lights it. The term "good" can be very subjective.
Is a Rolex watch a "good" watch? The answer you get will depend on who you ask.

I have some Gurka's, but will I smoke em? Probably not. Actually.....no.

[s15driftking]

Gurkha has an "H" in it. :D:D:D

[thebiglebowski]

so does douche, but i digress...

anyway - happy anniversary, legend. i agree with kurtz - less time on the inter-webs, more time on that balcony!

oh - and not that i disagree about your napa/alexander thought, but i would say definately silver oak napa outshines silver oak alexander valley... :tu

[s15driftking]

so does douche, but i digress...


BURN!!! (on me)

[Scottw]

so does douche, but i digress...

anyway - happy anniversary, legend. i agree with kurtz - less time on the inter-webs, more time on that balcony!

oh - and not that i disagree about your napa/alexander thought, but i would say definately silver oak napa outshines silver oak alexander valley... :tu

That's fookin' funny!!!!!

[troutbreath]

Enjoying a Masters Select torp right now. Bought them on a lark when they were on sales as a 5-er at JR, and liked them. Would I buy them at $8 each? Probably not. But I got a whole box when they were under $90.

[s15driftking]

Enjoying a Masters Select torp right now.


My fave Cigar!!

[Lensjockie]

Don't be haters, I must be one of the few that like the Gurk line.
I admit there are some in the line that I don't appreciate and think taste like $#!T, but isn't that true of any line of cigars.
I would suggest a Black Dragon for all the non-believers.
I have found that CC addicts have a tendancy to steer clear.
Maybe because of their "refined tastes" (inability to smoke anything but their pet brands).
They are on the far end of the stronger blends, so for those that enjoy full bodied smokes and do not have an endles supply of CCs in their humi there is something in the line for every taste.

Like anything else let them age a bit and come back to them you might change your mind.

Have your opinions but don't be haters, I'm sure there are cigars in all of your list of must haves that I wouldn't appreciate. 2 way street fellas.

JMHO- Lensjockie

[wayner123]

I have actually done a Gurkha blind taste test challenge and had to endure the most disgusting, horrible cigar I have ever tasted. Gurkha's have a ton of lines and some people like them, some people don't. For me, the reason "why" I don't like them is because they taste awful and have poor construction issues.

I can post the findings of that testing if you would like.

[s15driftking]

i have to point this out, it's kind of funny...

of all the gurkha love/hate threads its funny to see how many times people make the exact same post that basically says "some like them, some don't, smoke what you like"

(^^^ i'm not saying im guilty of it somewhere down the line... i just find it to be comical)

Seriously, go back and look at every post in this thread as well as others. The Reality of it is that exposure is exposure whether good or bad and i bet Kaizad Hansotia likes the controversial posts that we all make (good or bad)... even if they all reiterate the same thing.

[Starscream]

i have to point this out, it's kind of funny...

of all the gurkha love/hate threads its funny to see how many times people make the exact same post that basically says "some like them, some don't, smoke what you like"

(^^^ i'm not saying im guilty of it somewhere down the line... i just find it to be comical)

Seriously, go back and look at every post in this thread as well as others. The Reality of it is that exposure is exposure whether good or bad and i bet Kaizad Hansotia likes the controversial posts that we all make (good or bad)... even if they all reiterate the same thing.

So you are saying that Legend and Hansotia are one and the same?!?
:hm

[replicant_argent]

So you are saying that Legend and Hansotia are one and the same?!?
:hm

Well.... they are both on the intrawebz, and you know what that means.....

[Starscream]

Well.... they are both on the intrawebz, and you know what that means.....

That they are of lesser quality than if they were at B&M's?

[s15driftking]

So you are saying that Legend and Hansotia are one and the same?!?
:hm

yes, that is correct!

[thebiglebowski]

there's also an H in Hansotia...

[Ahbroody]

They taste like ass.

Trust this man. If anyone has eaten a lot of ass its this guy. He definetly knows what ass taste like. Could you make it any easier?

Rule number 1. Smoke what you like.


From a former smoker of Gurkha:
As to the sticks. I used to like and smoke more of them. Some people begin to find them not very interesting over time. Then factoring in the prices it makes them a tougher stick to buy. There are still a few I would smoke, but not pay the price for. If you look at the options out there such as illusione, or pepin or padilla or oliva, many of us have a hard time paying the price for the few sticks that are mildly entertaining. Kind of similar to the Rocky Patel situation.

As asking this question on this board is bad idea. First of all this board is populated Habanos Heads to a large extent. Second of the rest of the smokers many have been smoking a long time. These are 2 groups of people who are not going to be in the Gurkha camp.

[s15driftking]

Trust this man. If anyone has eaten a lot of ass its this guy. He definetly knows what ass taste like. Could you make it any easier?

Rule number 1. Smoke what you like.


From a former smoker of Gurkha:
As to the sticks. I used to like and smoke more of them. Some people begin to find them not very interesting over time. Then factoring in the prices it makes them a tougher stick to buy. There are still a few I would smoke, but not pay the price for. If you look at the options out there such as illusione, or pepin or padilla or oliva, many of us have a hard time paying the price for the few sticks that are mildly entertaining. Kind of similar to the Rocky Patel situation.

As asking this question on this board is bad idea. First of all this board is populated Habanos Heads to a large extent. Second of the rest of the smokers many have been smoking a long time. These are 2 groups of people who are not going to be in the Gurkha camp.


Theres a Gurkha Camp???? Are they taking summer applications??? :r:r:r:r

[Darrell]

Trust this man. If anyone has eaten a lot of ass its this guy. He definetly knows what ass taste like.

Yeah, your wife's. :D

[leasingthisspace]

Shameful just shameful.

[Legend]

Regarding posting here while on vacation. You're probably right. But I do it on my blackberry when relaxing or having a cigar. I'm kinda ADD like that. Like right now. My bride is getting ready. I'm smoking a stogie on the balcony and the old ADD kicked in so here I am.

[thebiglebowski]

Regarding posting here while on vacation. You're probably right. But I do it on my blackberry when relaxing or having a cigar. I'm kinda ADD like that. Like right now. My bride is getting ready. I'm smoking a stogie on the balcony and the old ADD kicked in so here I am.

are you smoking a gurkha?!

;)

[Starscream]

are you smoking a gurkha?!

;)

Hansotia only smokes his own product.

[icehog3]

i have to point this out, it's kind of funny...

of all the gurkha love/hate threads its funny to see how many times people make the exact same post that basically says "some like them, some don't, smoke what you like"

(^^^ i'm not saying im guilty of it somewhere down the line... i just find it to be comical)

Seriously, go back and look at every post in this thread as well as others. The Reality of it is that exposure is exposure whether good or bad and i bet Kaizad Hansotia likes the controversial posts that we all make (good or bad)... even if they all reiterate the same thing.

Smoke what you like. :)

[pnoon]

Like what you smoke. :)

[replicant_argent]

Hey! I found a quarter!



Repetition, which can sometimes be a lovely thing, can also be a burden. :D:gl

[Legend]

Like what you smoke. :)

This was kind of my point. For the most part people will say they don't like something and ok whatever smoke what you like. But Gurkha seems to elicit numerous venomous responses. So the point of this post was to figure out why. Which I think we've done.

[MajorCaptSilly]

I've decided not to read every post in this thread.

MCS

[leasingthisspace]

I think I have gas. Excuse me.

[icehog3]

This was kind of my point. For the most part people will say they don't like something and ok whatever smoke what you like. But Gurkha seems to elicit numerous venomous responses. So the point of this post was to figure out why. Which I think we've done.

So shut 'er down?? :D

[longknocker]

I've decided not to read every post in this thread.

MCS Does that mean you have something better to do, Major?:D

[longknocker]

So shut 'er down?? :D

I'll vote "Yes"!:tu

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

So shut 'er down?? :D

Shut 'er down tom:r

[replicant_argent]

Please Tom? With sugar on top?



I am sure we will be regaled with more entertainment soon, but repetitive threads are annoying, ain't they, old son?
Besides, I have a few corkers coming up, regarding Cello, which is better CC or NC, Band off or on, and a whole goshdern list of Burning Questions!

[Homebrewer]

Gurkha, like a woman, took my money and done me wrong. That's why I hate Gurkha.

[icehog3]

I'll vote "Yes"!:tu

Shut 'er down tom:r

Please Tom? With sugar on top?



I am sure we will be regaled with more entertainment soon, but repetitive threads are annoying, ain't they, old son?
Besides, I have a few corkers coming up, regarding Cello, which is better CC or NC, Band off or on, and a whole goshdern list of Burning Questions!

Sorry, gots to be the OP in this case, Gents. ;)

[replicant_argent]

Sorry, gots to be the OP in this case, Gents. ;)

The Brick and Mortar version of yens is a hell of a lot nicer than the intrawebz version, Admiral Dooshus Baggus.




I'm gonna go stomp my feet and think of ways to hold my breath until I turn blue.

[bookman]

Isn't Kaizad Hansotia that guy they were looking for in Usual Suspects?

[Starscream]

I've decided not to read every post in this thread.

MCS
You mean you skipped my posts?!?:(
I'll vote "Yes"!:tu

:tpd:

[icehog3]

The Brick and Mortar version of yens is a hell of a lot nicer than the intrawebz version, Admiral Dooshus Baggus.




I'm gonna go stomp my feet and think of ways to hold my breath until I turn blue.

Are you blue yet, Pete? :cool:

Apparently Legend doesn't care what color you turn. ;)

[bookman]

I don't hate Gs but I do hate the way CI praises these cigars like they're Jesus walkin on the water and I hate the inflated prices. I've seen em $20 at B&Ms. And then CI always has AMAZING deals on these things and they act like they are doing you such an amazing favor. I've tried 6 different ones and only liked the class regent, the others were just ok, or plain awful! For me, If I'm paying say, $8 a stick at a B&M, said stick better bring it!

Heck, the name Gurkha (which sounds dirty), Kaizer Sosze or whoever makes them, the silly man on the band, the hype...It's all ripe for comedy! But I'm sure some of them are good and if you like em then let yr freak flag fly. But for whatever reason, they are soooo much fun to make fun of.

[replicant_argent]

Are you blue yet, Pete? :cool:

Apparently Legend doesn't care what color you turn. ;)

Just one of the Huevos, Murphy, and I think it has a little itch too, can you oblige? Would you rather recommend a cream?

Legend probably has creams and stuff, but I don't know where hes been, and momma done tol' me...

[icehog3]

Just one of the Huevos, Murphy, and I think it has a little itch too, can you oblige? Would you rather recommend a cream?

Legend probably has creams and stuff, but I don't know where hes been, and momma done tol' me...

I recommend immersing your huevos in ranchero sauce, Petie. ;)

[G G]

I recommend immersing your huevos in ranchero sauce, Petie. ;)
:tpd:now that's some good advice right there.:tu

[replicant_argent]

I recommend immersing your huevos in ranchero sauce, Petie. ;)

Huh.. Who'd a thunk......

Ponders.......



Personal experience is the best teacher, Tom, but in this case, we may have to use the stated policy, "Don't Ask, Don't Tell."

[thebiglebowski]

Like what you smoke. :)

alright, i've decided we should take a different approach and you all should smoke what i like.

yeah, there we go.

[icehog3]

Huh.. Who'd a thunk......

Ponders.......



Personal experience is the best teacher, Tom, but in this case, we may have to use the stated policy, "Don't Ask, Don't Tell."

By me a couple Guinness and I'll tell, Pete. :r

This was kind of my point. For the most part people will say they don't like something and ok whatever smoke what you like. But Gurkha seems to elicit numerous venomous responses. So the point of this post was to figure out why. Which I think we've done.

So shut 'er down?? :D

?????

[thebiglebowski]

ok, tom - now you're answering yourself? hmm...

take two shots of vodka and call me in the morning. :tu

i'm off to the grand opening of jack white's record store. :)

[icehog3]

ok, tom - now you're answering yourself? hmm...

take two shots of vodka and call me in the morning. :tu

i'm off to the grand opening of jack white's record store. :)

I already did! :r :al

Is Jack White going to be at the opening?

[DKPRLP]

Gurkha... There OK for $2-$3 ... thats all

[darb85]

gurka blah. blah.... yard gar, "can i have a cigar" box...

[s15driftking]

Gurkha... There OK for $2-$3 ... thats all


you know, i've heard this statement alot. i believe that gurkhas are not worth their MSRP prices. i would pay in the 6-8 dollar range for them...

then again... most gurkhas can be had for 3 bucks a CBID

[DocLogic77]

I think alot of the "hate" comes from the shameless marketing. I will say this though...my second love when I was introduced to cigars was the Gurkha Legend. I'm not sure if I would still like em...haven't smoked a Gurkha in over 2 years but at the time I really liked em.

[thebiglebowski]

I already did! :r :al

Is Jack White going to be at the opening?

evidently i just missed him by about a half hour. a friend was there later than me, jack walked up, chatted with the people and left. my friend snapped a few pics of jack talking with his kid. totally cool. i'll post it over here:

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?p=344702#post344702

[shilala]

I find them inconsistant and lousy.
I have a bunch of Gurkhas and I'm putting a little time on them. That might help, but I doubt it. It's hard to fix something that's totally screwed up from the git-go.
I get the feeling from Gurkha that they're far and away more interested in selling a brand than a good cigar.

[borndead1]

Puros Indios, now THAT was truly of piece of sh*t


I can actually agree with that. If I had to choose between a Hansotia product and a Reyes product, I would go with a Gurkha. :hn

[RevSmoke]

You know, I hadn't really stopped to consider this thread before today. I read through the first 2 pages, and decided I wasn't going to read any more.

BUT... I did manage to work up an opinion on the subject in what I read.

1) What's the point of the question?
2) While I enjoy reading reviews of cigars, not everything others love, will I love. Nor, by the same token, will others find all the things I love something they enjoy.

I love fishing, my wife hates it - but she loves to eat what I catch. A pretty good combination if you ask me.

So my opinion boils down to this. Smoke what you enjoy, and enjoy it! You can only please your palate, do it with whatever suits your tastes.

[s15driftking]

So my opinion boils down to this. Smoke what you enjoy, and enjoy it! .


your opinion is one of 1000 similar opinions in every gurkha discussion thread.

[csbrewfisher]

Doble Maduros $3 each w/free shipping today @ Joecigar for all you non-haters...