Recommendations on a box purchase...

[GhostRyder]

So, I have a friend commissioning as a 2Lt in the Army in a few weeks. I want to pick up a box of cigars for all of the guests attending his commissioning after-party. There are a handful of us that enjoy cigars regularly, and a few more that will probably smoke but couldn't care less whether it was a Cremosa or a PSD4. Anyway, I'm looking for an affordable but enjoyable box that will cater to a variety of different smokers. Any recommendations? I was thinkin CAO Brazilia (but thats on the higher end of what I'd like to spend). Maybe Sancho Panza Double Maduros? I've never had one but I hear they're pretty good for a cheap smoke. Any recommendations are welcome, I realize that a Maddie might be a little too much for any rookie that decides to smoke for the first time, so I'm very open minded.

[BeerAdvocate]

Any Oliva. Maybe O or G natural.

[Volt]

Hmmm, I concur on the Oliva G. Very inexpensive, very tasty, and mild enough to let a few first timers get a shot at a good cigar.

[Smokin Gator]

The Olivias would certainly fit the bill... but so would those Sancho Panzas and they sure aren't expensive.

[St. Lou Stu]

Any idea on an amount so the suggestions can be tailored to get the most 'bang for the buck'?

edit... I just saw the few weeks stipulation..... that may put a damper on a "for sure" CC purchase arrival.

[md4958]

Any Oliva. Maybe O or G natural.

Hmmm, I concur on the Oliva G. Very inexpensive, very tasty, and mild enough to let a few first timers get a shot at a good cigar.

The Olivias would certainly fit the bill....

:tpd: x4

[tsolomon]

Another vote for the Oliva Serie G Cameroon. :tu

[chippewastud79]

I concur with the O or G. Also would suggest the ~eccj~ for about $85 or a Lot 23 for the lower end for about $55. :tu

[darkninja67]

Oliva O maduro (just had one and it was excellent) or some Sancho Panza Double Maduros.

[CigarmanTim]

I agree with the Oliva Seris G camaroon.....or maybe an H. Upmann vintage camaroon

[Lucky_Hippo]

I just picked up a box of Perdomo Reserve Limited Oscuro, and they are really tasty. I think they would would fit the bill with a price tag of 59.95 (after the CI free shipping code) as well as satisfy new and old smokers alike.


Good luck, and tell your friend Thank You for his service! :tu

[Boobar]

Oliva Serie G Maduro
Oliva Serie O Maduro
Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro
5 Vegas Series 'A'

All very tasty and all pretty inexpensive especially on the CBid.

[GreekGodX]

Nestor Reserve Maduro

Only so I can be different..

[bobarian]

Padron 2000s are a very good smoke for such an occasion or you can get a box of Fuente Curly Head Deluxe Maduros for a little less money if I remember correctly.

:tpd::tpd::tpd:

[lightning9191]

Padron 2000s are a very good smoke for such an occasion or you can get a box of Fuente Curly Head Deluxe Maduros for a little less money if I remember correctly.

:tpd: I have to jump on this train of thought as well!:tu

[thebiglebowski]

chisels.

hee hee...

[AD720]

Another vote for Oliva G's.

While I agree that the Padron X000 series are great smokes I think the Olivas are a little more accessible to the novice smoker taste-wise.

[gnukfu]

Padron 2000 Maddy or Natural always come to mind...just a great smoke for a good price.

[kaisersozei]

I agree with the Oliva Seris G camaroon.....or maybe an H. Upmann vintage camaroon

+1 for either of these. The nice thing about the Upmann is that the box presentation is impressive enough for this special occasion. I'd also stay away from the larger vitola, go with a corona or robusto in whatever you buy.

Also, I don't think the SPDM is an overpowering maduro. It's actually on the medium side, but pleasantly flavorful.

Good luck with whatever you do, and congrats to your soon to be commissioned buddy. Hoo-rah! :usa By "SW Virginia" do you mean either the VT or Radford ROTC programs? My son's in RU AROTC.

[BillyCigars]

I definately agree with the Oliva Series G recommendations.

Also, Punch Elites are very affordable and extremely flavorful in the Maduro variety. If you have a bunch of guys showing up, maybe a box of the Punch Rothschilds (also in Maduro).

[eber]

Any Oliva. Maybe O or G natural.

:tpd: I would go with the oliva G natural Torpedoes, all the ones I have had were great and would be a good choice for newbs :tu

[wrench turner 85]

Sancho Panza Double Maduros, You can find a box for about 40 bucks. :dr

[WildBlueSooner]

I agree with Oliva Gs or Padron 2000!

[BeerAdvocate]

Just remembered that the new Oliva Conn. Reserve would be great also. A nice mild full flavored smoke that anyone should like.

[troutbreath]

Great suggestions here. I would also recommend the RyJ Habana Reserve. Mild, and pretty inexpensive with 27 in a box.

[ca21455]

If you want something really special for a great price I recommend the 601 Habano Oscuro La Punta box of 20 for $88.20 at Lilbrown. This is a fantastic smoke for a great price.

[GhostRyder]

Good luck with whatever you do, and congrats to your soon to be commissioned buddy. Hoo-rah! :usa By "SW Virginia" do you mean either the VT or Radford ROTC programs? My son's in RU AROTC.

Good deal. I have some friends over on the Radford side as well. It will be an all-hokie affair at this little get together. My friend is on the VT/RU Army staff actually but is going to be a Virginia Tech graduate. I'm Marine ROTC here at Tech but I've got another year before my commissioning (and a fun little jaunt at summer camp--OCS style). We'll actually be out in the Radford area this weekend (Radford Army Ammunition Plant) for our field training.

Anyway, I digress. Thanks for the responses.

I'm leaning Oliva G, but I'll look into all of the choices listed. Perdomos, Padrons, and Upmanns are particularly intriguing. I'm leaning away from the SPDMs just because I haven't had one personally. I'd like to be able to vouch for whatever I buy.

[ucla695]

I think you can't go wrong with any of the Padron x000s. Great value cigars. :tu

[CigarGuy88]

I'd say go with the Padron Thousand Series....cant argue with a Padron!

[WildBlueSooner]

I think you can't go wrong with any of the Padron x000s. Great value cigars. :tu

:tpd: consistently consistent!

[Caymus]

I love the Oliva Connecticuts, and I just bought a 5-pack of Sancho Panza Double Maduros to try because of the recommendations on this board. I smoked my first one last night and I loved it...creamy, rich, smooth, not too mild or too strong...just great !! Thanks for the opinions ! I've just ordered a box of them for a great price.

[GhostRyder]

I love the Oliva Connecticuts, and I just bought a 5-pack of Sancho Panza Double Maduros to try because of the recommendations on this board. I smoked my first one last night and I loved it...creamy, rich, smooth, not too mild or too strong...just great !! Thanks for the opinions ! I've just ordered a box of them for a great price.

Great to hear... I went with the Sancho Panza DMs in the La Mancha (Petit Corona) vitola. I'm pretty sure it's a petit corona, I'm still a newb. Anyway, lookin forward to the box.

[rizzle]

My stand by box for this type of scenario is Fuente 8-5-8 Maduros. Tasty enough that anyone will enjoy them, inexpensive enough that if the "I'll try one" crowd pitches them you won't cry about it.

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