Pepin Whores Re-Unite!!!

[SmokinApe]

I think there was a thread of this nature somewhere else... I miss it...

So let talk about the man, Don Pepin Garcia's cigars! What are you smoking? What's your favorite? Right now, I can't get enough Cuabo...:ss

[elderboy02]

Right now I love the DPG CC 1979 Robusto. I also like the JJ Maduro :dr

[dunng]

I'm in and I like them all!
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[TRicker]

Someone called!!

[hurricane6]

WOOT!! ho-ing with the Cuabos as well!!!:ss

[beamish]

Pepin is definately my favorite brand also love me padrons...anyone know if the series jj belicosos which is my favorite right now with about a year age they are stellar. no more wrapper issues,perfect burn,my question is the jj maduro which is prob #2 for me ,is it the same blend with a maduro wrapper??

[TRicker]

Cubaos are awesome. Another great one I've tried lately is, Tobbaco Baez. Nice full bodied cigar with a great punch to it.

[SmokinApe]

Right now I love the DPG CC 1979 Robusto. I also like the JJ Maduro :dr


JJ Maddie = Possibly the best Maddie eva!

[SmokinApe]

Cubaos are awesome. Another great one I've tried lately is, Tobbaco Baez. Nice full bodied cigar with a great punch to it.

I haven't been blessed with a Baez yet, but I will... I smoked a Tat Havana IV Hermosos yesterday that was outstanding...

[themoneycollector]

Still haven't tried the cubao, aroma de cuba, my father and a couple of others... it's getting tough to keep up with the latest DPG

[Fumador]

Cubaos and 601's are grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat! I had a Centurion the other day and it was good and smooth. All of his cigars are excellent.

[Vitis]

Tat reserva J21. Yuuuummmy

~Vitis

[tenbaseg]

Another whore checking in. I can't get enough.

601's, blues, and Cubao.

[neoflex]

Did somebody call?????:D
The Blue is still my favorite although I have been smoking the hell out of some Blacks and LAC Edition Especials lately. Recently picked up a 5er of original release Guapos that I have been dreaming about but free time has been non existent since I have been spending a lot of time doing some work around the house for Thanksgiving. Have heard the Cubao is fantastic, but have yet to order any and have not been able to find them local yet. Had the opportunity to try the Vegas Cubanas and both times I had to put the stick down prematurely as I thought they were that bad. I guess the guy is allowed to have one crappy stick right?:r

[auburnfan1980]

Bretheren, I saw the title to this thread and came running! :ss IMO, the Series JJ Maduro is #1, followed closely by a San Cristobal and Cuban Classic (Black Label) figurado. He also blended the 5 Vegas Miami line, which is definitely my favorite in that series and an everyday go-to smoke for me. Has anyone tried the My Father label recently released? I'm dying to get my hands on one of these, but have no local B&M and haven't found a 5'er on C-bid yet. (yes, i'm cheap, so sue me)

Jason

[longknocker]

Haven't tried the Cuabo yet, but my fav. so far is the JJ Belicoso! Delic.!:D

[Smokin Gator]

I like the 601 greens, DPG blues and Cuban Classics, the San Cristobals, the Cuboas... do you get the picture:-)???

I tell you though... my absolute favorite is the Tat Noella. I can't get enough of that smoke!!

[wayner123]

There was a list at one time that showed all the Pepin blends. I copied down the blends I have smoked:


El Rey de los Habanos (Miami)
Cabaiguan
Don Pepin Garcia Blue Label
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ (aka white label)
El Rey los de Habanos (aka Red Label)
Habana Leon (Cigar King / Phatash)
Hirsh y Garcia (Cigar King / Phatash)
La Riqueza

Padilla Miami 8/11 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla Signature 1932 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla 1948 - Pepin stopped making

Tatuaje
Vegas Cubanas

5 Vegas Miami (Cigars International)
Benchmade by Ashton (Interesting - this is not at Holt's)
Cabaiguan Guapo
Casa Royale

Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic (aka Black Label)
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ Maduro
EO Brands 601 (Conn-Gold Label, Habano-Red Label, Maduro-Blue Label, Oscuro-Green Label)
El Centurion
Fumadores (Holt's)

Old Henry (Holt's)
Padilla Edicion Especial Achilles (Cigars International)
Padilla Series '68
Legends Pepin Garcia – Yellow Label (Cigars International)
San Cristobal
Tatuaje Havana VI
Tatuaje Havana VI Exclusivo Verocu
Tatuaje Series P
Troya Clasico

I think that may qualify me as a Pepin whore!! :dr

[D_A]

Hello fellow whores :)
Holt's has lancero collections on sale for $65 this week
http://www.holts.com/category.html?id=201631

[TomHagen]

There was a group Pepin "whores" on CS... which I have been checking less and less...:hm

I was a new, yet avid fan/poster of the group, (just could do without the 'whores' moniker...:2

It was great and should be restarted here...:ss

I personally believe some of the Tat brown labels are smoking better than ever!! (certainly better than about 1 & half - 2 years ago). I have been getting into the Cabaiguan Guapos and really find the Cubao's an interesting smoke... want to try more!
The Tat black robusto had MAJOR construct issues, but AMAZING flavor. LOVE the new La Aroma EE!!

The Tabacos Baez was very unimpressive.

[Savor the Stick]

:tpd::tpd::tpd:
I haven't had a Pepin I have not liked!

I am a Pepin Whore.....whooo I feel better now.:D:D:D

STS

[rizzle]

My faves at this point:
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Cuban Classic 1979
5 Vegas Miami
JJ
Tat Havana VI Victorias
Blue

In the queue:
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JJ Maduro
Cubao
601 Blue, Red, and Green
Tat Black
Tat West Coast
CI Legends Yellow

[Made in Dade]

Right now I am smoking alot of the My Father. One of his new cigars and it is the bomb. The lancero and the robusto are the best!

[kjd2121]

I just had a Cabaiguan - someone once said in a blind tasted test that they tasted like an real old Davidoff - :ss

Also love the Habana Leon smokes - Super strong - Ahhhhh

[Fumador]

I just had a Cabaiguan - someone once said in a blind tasted test that they tasted like an real old Davidoff - :ss

Also love the Habana Leon smokes - Super strong - Ahhhhh

I have not had the Habana Leons or the El Rey de los Habanos. How are they?

[Scottw]

I truly love the El Centurions.

[SmokinApe]

I truly love the El Centurions.

:tpd:

[TomHagen]

I just had a Cabaiguan - someone once said in a blind tasted test that they tasted like an real old Davidoff - :ss

Also love the Habana Leon smokes - Super strong - Ahhhhh

The Cabaiguan Guapo Rx I just had for my B-day tasted like an original run Edmundo - 100% - would not know the difference blind.

[kjd2121]

I have not had the Habana Leons or the El Rey de los Habanos. How are they?

The Leon's are very robust - lots of taste and nicotine. Eat a meal before smoking. Very smooth after the first 25%. One of my favorite strong smokes.

[Fumador]

I am bummed out I missed out on the DPG Blues on Joe's Jambalaya this morning.

[ScottishSmoker]

If it says Tatuaje on the label...I have a smile on my face!

[Starscream]

Pepin Blue and Tat Brown smoker here.

[longknocker]

Pepin Blue and Tat Brown smoker here.

Excellent Taste, Bro!:ss

[alfbacca]

So I was just taking inventory of this week's singles haul, and I noticed something:

2 Tatuaje Noellas
1 Tatuaje P1
1 Tatuaje Cojonu 06
2 Tatuaje Reserva J21
2 DPG Blue Exquisitos
1 La Riqueza No. 3
4 Cabaiguan Guapos 46
1 Cabaiguan Belicoso Fino
1 Cruzado Domenicos
1 JDN Antano Machito

I am a Pepin whore! I love Nicaraguan tobacco and I love his blends

[MikeyC]

I truly love the El Centurions.

:tpd:

One of my favorite Pepin blends. Mark (Yazzie) sent me one of these once and I liked it so much that I bought a box of the robusto size. Of course, I'll smoke almost any blue label or Tatuaje too. :ss

[Mikey202]

i really like the DPG CC Black Labels and haven't had a bad DPG Cigar.....ever!!!:ss

[brigey57]

Alright now we are talking! DPG none better. JJ-Maduro, love em all. :ss:ss

[Mr. Ed]

Cabaiguan does it for me. Not as spicy as some of his other blends, but they always have perfect construction and a pleasant taste. Cabaiguan Guapos have a little more strength and spiciness, very tasty too! :dr

[Smokin Gator]

I had an Pepin blended Padilla Signature 1932 Corona Gorda last night that was unreal. I want to go smoke the rest of the box!!!

[tenbaseg]

I had an Pepin blended Padilla Signature 1932 Corona Gorda last night that was unreal. I want to go smoke the rest of the box!!!

Let me know if you need any help. :ss

[doctorcue]

I am a fan of pretty much all that Pepin makes. Perhaps it is the similar flavor profile across the lines. They all don't taste alike but I think I like the varying amounts of pepper blended in with different flavors (say a Tat Cojonu 2k3 vs a San Cristobal Guajiro). There are some lines that aren't as good as others; yet my favs always seem to hit for me:

Tat Cabinet (aka brown label)
Tat Havana (aka red)
Tat P series
San Cristobal
601 Red, Blue, Black lines
Mi Barrio
DPG Blue, White, & Black
Vegas Cubanas

I need to hit a smoke after typing this! :D

[SmokinApe]

Here is a link to the new Tat VI Verocu, it is a Holts.com exclusive from what I understand...

http://www.holts.com/category.html?id=198763&trail=86665

[TomHagen]

can we get a group going here a CA for DPG fans>>??

[dillio]

Since my first Pepin Blue a year age I've been seduced.

I love (in no particular order)
Pepin Blue's <--#1:dance:
Tatuaje Havana's
All 601 blends
Mi Barrio
Cinco Vegas Miami
CI Legends
JJ Natural

Not a huge fan of
Tatuaje Browns

But I'll be happy to light one on FIRE:fl every chance I get!

[Rockestone]

Alright now we are talking! DPG none better. JJ-Maduro, love em all. :ss:ss

Just finished off a DPG JJ Maduro. My first. Very nice. I was suprised at how spicy it was.:ss

[BORIStheBLADE]

I was gifted a DP 601 blue and had to buy a box after I smoked it. Does that make me a whore??

I smoked the DP blue and liked it.
I smoked the DP 602 green and it didn't do much for me, but to each his own.

Next on my radar is a DP JJ maduro. I need to find one at my local smoke shop.

Whats this Mi Barrio you weirdos talk about?

[Smokin Gator]

The DPG Blue corona gorda has become one of my favorite NCs. I bought a 5er then another... then I bought a box of them. They only come in a box of 50 so I should be set for a while!!!

[dillio]

Whats this Mi Barrio you weirdos talk about?

Mi Barrio (http://www.unitedtobaccoinc.com/ourcigars.html) is an E&O(601) cigar that's of course blended by DPG.

It's 7.5 x 52 and a powerhouse.

[BORIStheBLADE]

Mi Barrio (http://www.unitedtobaccoinc.com/ourcigars.html) is an E&O(601) cigar that's of course blended by DPG.

It's 7.5 x 52 and a powerhouse.

Cool, looks like I'll be checking those out too.

[tenbaseg]

Mi Barrio (http://www.unitedtobaccoinc.com/ourcigars.html) is an E&O(601) cigar that's of course blended by DPG.

It's 7.5 x 52 and a powerhouse.

Anyone want to volunteer to organize a box split? Those look good!

[theonlybear4CORT]

:tpd: well your not stupid but I do agree with you

[bobarian]

Wow, three pages of Pepin whoring and no mention of the best blend??? :r:r
Try the Hirsch Y Garcia panatela and you will know of what I speak. :ss

[TomHagen]

Wow, three pages of Pepin whoring and no mention of the best blend??? :r:r
Try the Hirsch Y Garcia panatela and you will know of what I speak. :ss

The best?? I don't know... but definitely up there!! Excellent unique blend.
I have only had one, gifted to me in a bomb, and it was THE BOMB.

[Lucky_Hippo]

I am bummed out I missed out on the DPG Blues on Joe's Jambalaya this morning.

They're back up at Joe's today 1-12-09.

DPG Blue Generosos (6.0 X 50)
10 Cigars
37.50

Oh, and Good Morning Pepin Whores! :ss

[Smoking Dragon]

Oh great now I'm gonna recieve another box from CI. I think I might have to start building my own doghouse for me to move into, when my wife sees all the boxes. But I just can't help my self when DP are on sale. :dr

[rizzle]

Over the weekend had a JJ and a Petit Tat. I think I'm going to buy a box of the Petits to keep on hand. I really liked that for a quick smoke and with newborns my time has been very limited lately.

[Skywalker]

Any opinions on the Troya X-tra???

Tzaddi grifted me a sampler and I have tried one yet!!!

[sikk50]

New DPG whore!

My favorites so far are jj (both) and Legends sereis

[Skywalker]

Any opinions on the Troya X-tra???

Tzaddi grifted me a sampler and I haven't tried one yet!!!

Sorry I was wrong! The sampler tzaddi gifted me are the Classico Trifecta!

[Col. Kurtz]

Check joe's jambalaya right now! JJ Maduro deal.

[Col. Kurtz]

And gone :(

[theonlybear4CORT]

I had my first JJ maduro last week and I gotta say that I'm hooked.:dr

[Col. Kurtz]

Anyone here tried the Old Henry house blend? Intrigued, looking to add to the yard gar stash.

[Lucky_Hippo]

Anyone here tried the Old Henry house blend? Intrigued, looking to add to the yard gar stash.

I wasn't a fan. If your looking for a yardgar from Holts, I'd try Boardwalk (non-pepin) or Benchmade. They are both a lot cheaper and taste much better IMHO.


:2

[TomHagen]

I wasn't a fan. If your looking for a yardgar from Holts, I'd try Boardwalk (non-pepin) or Benchmade. They are both a lot cheaper and taste much better IMHO.


:2

I enjoyed the Fundadores from Pepin as a GREAT yardgar.

Anyone had the Old Henry's though?

(love the John Candy line... what does that mean anyway? He always had these great lines that made little sense, but were hilarious)

[Col. Kurtz]

I wasn't a fan. If your looking for a yardgar from Holts, I'd try Boardwalk (non-pepin) or Benchmade. They are both a lot cheaper and taste much better IMHO.


:2

Thanks! Just did some figuring on the Old Henry, $4+ per stick???? That's a blue, or a 601 from cbid, and I'm sure they're much better. Now I'm going through a Benchmade thing, but looking for the next DPG obsession. For me, Benchmade is a pretty good smoke for the money... Now, about these Fumadors :)

[brigey57]

There was a list at one time that showed all the Pepin blends. I copied down the blends I have smoked:


El Rey de los Habanos (Miami)
Cabaiguan
Don Pepin Garcia Blue Label
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ (aka white label)
El Rey los de Habanos (aka Red Label)
Habana Leon (Cigar King / Phatash)
Hirsh y Garcia (Cigar King / Phatash)
La Riqueza

Padilla Miami 8/11 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla Signature 1932 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla 1948 - Pepin stopped making

Tatuaje
Vegas Cubanas

5 Vegas Miami (Cigars International)
Benchmade by Ashton (Interesting - this is not at Holt's)
Cabaiguan Guapo
Casa Royale

Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic (aka Black Label)
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ Maduro
EO Brands 601 (Conn-Gold Label, Habano-Red Label, Maduro-Blue Label, Oscuro-Green Label)
El Centurion
Fumadores (Holt's)

Old Henry (Holt's)
Padilla Edicion Especial Achilles (Cigars International)
Padilla Series '68
Legends Pepin Garcia – Yellow Label (Cigars International)
San Cristobal
Tatuaje Havana VI
Tatuaje Havana VI Exclusivo Verocu
Tatuaje Series P
Troya Clasico

I think that may qualify me as a Pepin whore!! :dr

:tpd:
Okay, so what's your point! LOL :D

[Ahbroody]

Huge whore reporting in.

[NickyTeen]

Anyone had the Old Henry's though?

I love the Old Henrys! This is one of my go to smokes and about 70% of my humi is Pepins blends.On special you can get these for around $3. Noticed these are now available in a maduro blend.

[TomHagen]

I love the Old Henrys! This is one of my go to smokes and about 70% of my humi is Pepins blends.On special you can get these for around $3. Noticed these are now available in a maduro blend.

What's the flavor profile on these? What DPG is it most like?


Thanks

[NickyTeen]

What's the flavor profile on these? What DPG is it most like?


Thanks I find the Old Henrys creamy with some leather,cocoa and spice. Not as spicy as many Pepins ( and I love the spice ) but something about these I really like. Find them very smooth but full of flavor begining to end. I guess they would be somewhat like a San Cristobal.:2

[mastershogun]

anyone know where i can find a list of all the cigars he blends and the factory?

[Mikey202]

just bought a box of DPG Black Label 2001 6" x 60 rg and a fiver of 5 Vegas Miami "Knuckles" 4.5" x 60 from the Devil Site. :dance:

So many DPG cigars..... so little time. I really like the DPG Black Label and this will be my first 5 Vegas Miami. :dance:

[KidRock]

I smoke many Tat Reds. I was kinda of suprised how much I like the Cabaiguan line. Can anyone give me some feedback on what size is there favorite? Have you also noticed that alot of them are plugged or is it just me? If I were to buy like 5 boxes of Cabaiguan Robusto Extras what would you put your humidity inside your vino at?


Jon

[wayner123]

anyone know where i can find a list of all the cigars he blends and the factory?

This is the last list that posted:

Pepin Garcia List
Updates in BOLD RED, please let me know of any additions/corrections

El Rey de los Habanos (Miami)
Cabaiguan
Cuban Diplomat (Cigar King / Phatash)
Cuban Diplomat Corojo Rosado(Cigar King / Phatash)
Don Pepin Garcia Blue Label
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ (aka white label)
El Rey los de Habanos (aka Red Label)
Habana Leon (Cigar King / Phatash)
Havana Soul (Cigar King / Phatash)
Hirsh y Garcia (Cigar King / Phatash)
La Riqueza
Little Havana Overruns (Holt's)
Nacionales W (Cigar King / Phatash)
Padilla Miami 8/11 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla Signature 1932 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla 1948 - Pepin stopped making
Rey Miguel - (Black Cat Cigar Company) - Pepin stopped making
Sam's GS Stash - (Black Cat Cigar Company) - Pepin stopped making
Sancti Spiritus (Cigar King / Phatash)
Tatuaje
Top Shelf Signature Select Green (topshelfcigar.com)
Trahan – (Cigar Merchant, Georgia) - Discontinued
Vegas Cubanas


Tabacalera Cubana/TACUBA (Pepin's Nicaraguan factory)
5 Vegas Miami (Cigars International)

Benchmade by Ashton (Interesting - this is not at Holt's)
Cabaiguan Guapo
Casa Royale
Corojo Label (Cigar.com)
Cubao (United Tobacco/EO Brands)
Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic (aka Black Label)
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ Maduro
EO Brands 601 (Conn-Gold Label, Habano-Red Label, Maduro-Blue Label, Oscuro-Green Label)
El Centurion
Fumadores (Holt's)
Holt's Connoisseur Selection
La Aroma de Cuba Edición Especial
Legends Pepin Garcia – Yellow Label (Cigars International)
Old Henry (Holt's)
Padilla Edicion Especial Achilles (Cigars International)
Padilla Series '68
San Cristobal
Tatuaje Havana VI
Tatuaje Havana VI Exclusivo Verocu
Tatuaje Series P
Troya Clasico

Tabacalera Tropical (Nicaragua)
It is believed Pepin created these blends:
Anganorsa
Condega
JFR
Nicaragauan Heirloom (now discontinued)
Nicarao (Tabacalera Tropical 2006 and earlier)
Rio Tabac Alpha Series R – (Rocky’s Cigars)


It needs to be updated, so if you see something on it, go ahead and add the info and re-post.

[longknocker]

Just finished a DPG Blue "Firecracker" I got from Bao! Tremendous 25-30 minute smoke! Perfect with my morning coffee! Thanks, Bao!:tu

[longknocker]

Thanks, Wayne for the list!:tu Which Tats are the "Brown"? Thanks!:)

[longknocker]

Just finished a DPG Tabacos Baez. Anyone know about this smoke? Milder than most DPGs (IMHO). Hints of pepper, but not nearly as good as the DPG Blue(My Favorite)!:)

[elderboy02]

Joe Cigar has 10 Pepin Garcia Black 1979 (Robustos) for 34.99 shipped right now ;)

[jledou]

Joe Cigar has 10 Pepin Garcia Black 1979 (Robustos) for 34.99 shipped right now ;)

Just picked them up! :wo

[TomHagen]

Just finished a DPG Tabacos Baez. Anyone know about this smoke? Milder than most DPGs (IMHO). Hints of pepper, but not nearly as good as the DPG Blue(My Favorite)!:)

TB is probably my least favorite DPG... not only light, but not good flavor profile IMHO.

They appear on JoeCigar periodically, too.

[Mr. Ed]

TB is probably my least favorite DPG... not only light, but not good flavor profile IMHO.

They appear on JoeCigar periodically, too.
I've smoked several. Excellent construction, smooth mild flavor, but I have to agree that there is nothing that really stands out about these smokes.

[Mr. Ed]

I smoke many Tat Reds. I was kinda of suprised how much I like the Cabaiguan line. Can anyone give me some feedback on what size is there favorite? Have you also noticed that alot of them are plugged or is it just me? If I were to buy like 5 boxes of Cabaiguan Robusto Extras what would you put your humidity inside your vino at?


Jon

Low humidity. 60-65% does fine. I keep mine between 60-63%.

[Red]

nice list!@!!!!

[D_A]

Saw on The Weekly Cigar website that next year Pepin is making an LE and he will be rolling all 20000 cigars for the limited release himself. Videos of the interview are up on the site (theweeklycigar.com).

[Zanaspus]

Since it's resurrected, White naturals and Vegas Cubanas. :ss

[elderboy02]

I am really digging the 1977 blacks (petit lancero size)

[Kreth]

Fledgling Pepin whore here. So far I've smoked the trifecta of white, blue, and black label; Cubao, and have a Tat Havana VI Angeles resting. I dunno if I can pick a favorite. I like 'em all! :ss
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[Smokin Gator]

I am really digging the 1977 blacks (petit lancero size)

Those are freakin crack!!!!:dr

[RightAJ]

Gotta get some of those Pepin rolled LEs :D

But ANYTHING of his is amazing. All the Tats, Blue Labels, Black Labels... Still gotta try the JJ though. Not many places that actually sell the DPG brand around me

aj

[roughrider]

Saw on The Weekly Cigar website that next year Pepin is making an LE and he will be rolling all 20000 cigars for the limited release himself. Videos of the interview are up on the site (theweeklycigar.com).


Wow, that sounds good. He also rolls all the Series JJ Salomon too.

[duckmanco]

DPG Faves in order:

601 BP maduro
Cubao
601 Green Oscuro
Tatuaje Noellas
DPG blue

[tenbaseg]

Great price right now on El Centurion Gladiators. 10 for $50.

Link @ Mikes Cigars (http://www.mikescigars.com/cigar-deals.aspx)

Normal price is usually about $12 a stick.

[SmokinApe]

Great price right now on El Centurion Gladiators. 10 for $50.

Link @ Mikes Cigars (http://www.mikescigars.com/cigar-deals.aspx)

Normal price is usually about $12 a stick.


WOW... These were the cigars to get when they came out... A 1 time production if I remember correctly...

[tenbaseg]

WOW... These were the cigars to get when they came out... A 1 time production if I remember correctly...

Yep. I jumped all over it. That's too good of a price for a limited release.

[longknocker]

Yep. I jumped all over it. That's too good of a price for a limited release.

Have You Smoked One?

[tenbaseg]

Yes, but not in this size. The ones I had were really good.

[Nuckz23]

I like them all but my favorite is the black label.

[OHMatt]

Good to see this thread!

Here is an area this Pepin Ho is unclear and I would like some insight from you all.

Cabaiguan is still my favorite Pepin creation. I crave the Coronas Extra and Belicoso Fino yet have a hard time finding them. My most frequented cigar store the past year has been the Party Source in Bellvue, Kentucky. Micah in there is quite helpful, but when I asked him about getting in the "original" Cabaiguns he said the cigars he has in stock "Guapos" are the originals.

All of the Cabaiguans at The Party Source have this band:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/12/Cabaiguan_Guapo.jpg/800px-Cabaiguan_Guapo.jpg
This band I first saw on the Nicaraguan-made Guapos and Guapos RX (maduro)

The original Cabaiguans had this band and were rolled in Miami
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/Cabaiguan.jpg

On the Tatuaje web site it now states "made in Nicaragua".

So my questions for all of you:
1) Have you seen any Cabaiguans with the old label?
2) Where does the box they are in say they were rolled (if not in bins)

[Mr. Ed]

Good to see this thread!

Here is an area this Pepin Ho is unclear and I would like some insight from you all.

Cabaiguan is still my favorite Pepin creation. I crave the Coronas Extra and Belicoso Fino yet have a hard time finding them. My most frequented cigar store the past year has been the Party Source in Bellvue, Kentucky. Micah in there is quite helpful, but when I asked him about getting in the "original" Cabaiguns he said the cigars he has in stock "Guapos" are the originals.

All of the Cabaiguans at The Party Source have this band:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/12/Cabaiguan_Guapo.jpg/800px-Cabaiguan_Guapo.jpg
This band I first saw on the Nicaraguan-made Guapos and Guapos RX (maduro)

The original Cabaiguans had this band and were rolled in Miami
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/Cabaiguan.jpg

On the Tatuaje web site it now states "made in Nicaragua".

So my questions for all of you:
1) Have you seen any Cabaiguans with the old label?
2) Where does the box they are in say they were rolled (if not in bins)

Hmmm, interesting. I'm willing to bet that the originals with the old labels are still available online. I saw a box with the original band about 2 and 1/2 months back in a local B&M, but I think they had been sitting for a while. I would PM Greg (NCRadioman) and he'll probably clue you in; he knows a lot about Pepin products.

[NCRadioMan]

So my questions for all of you:
1) Have you seen any Cabaiguans with the old label?
2) Where does the box they are in say they were rolled (if not in bins)

Good question, Matt. I am not 100% sure but I think the original's are still rolled in Miami and the Guapos come out of Nica. The Guapos are definitely not the original.

My shop just got in a few boxes of original Coronas Extras and they are stamped Sept. 09 and were rolled in the ERdLH factory and do have that original band.

[OHMatt]

I went to Jungle Jim's yesterday and they had 3 boxes stamped APR 09 and Miami.. So along with the information you provided it seems

1.) Pete doesn't send TPS/Micah Cabaiguan originals or Micah only wants to carry the Guapos
2.) Some time this year production of the originals moved from Miami to Nicaragua.

Very intereting - thanks for the input!

[OHMatt]

Last night I had one of the new San Cristobal Seleccion Del Sol cigars.

What struck me at first when I saw them; the cigars were a bit less expensive than the originals. How often does selecting a "a very special sun-grown wrapper grown on the Garcia family's "Estrella" farm in Esteli, Nicaragua." and a second band reduce the cost of a cigar? I hesitated to grab one, but like any self-respecting Pepin Ho I must smoke them all.

The flavor had a bit less pepper and a bit less acidity than the originals but was remarkably similar. It burnt flawlessly, which sometimes isn't the case with special wrappers.

I smoked 3 cigars last night and the San Cristobal was the least expensive. I still can't decide if this or the MJ12 was my favorite however they both stomped the flying pig.

[tenbaseg]

Act fast, this won't last long.

5'er of DPG Blue Generosos for $14 w/ free shipping.

http://www.cigar.com/DailyDeal/ccCigarDeals.asp (http://www.cigar.com/DailyDeal/ccCigarDeals.asp)

[Mr. Ed]

Any news on the La Reloba brand that atlantic said they had coming soon?

[OHMatt]

Looks like this is another Pepin private label that flies under the radar.

$200 a bundle though isn't appealing to me, but those of you in NYC might want to try a single.

Review
http://www.cigarsmoking.us/?p=1561

Store:
http://www.delaconcha.com/index.cfm?edge=shop.itemDetail&bundleItemCatalogID=1202&catalogID=1200&categoryID=289&category1=1&category2=289

[TomHagen]

Looks like this is another Pepin private label that flies under the radar.

$200 a bundle though isn't appealing to me, but those of you in NYC might want to try a single.

Review
http://www.cigarsmoking.us/?p=1561

Store:
http://www.delaconcha.com/index.cfm?edge=shop.itemDetail&bundleItemCatalogID=1202&catalogID=1200&categoryID=289&category1=1&category2=289

I have smoked many of these and they are a great cigar - especially for a houseblend. Also great price - for a midtown Manhattan shop where you can sit and have an excellent cigar for relatively low $.

[longknocker]

I'm in and I like them all!
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:tpd: Haven't Had A "Bad" One, Yet!:tu

[TomHagen]

had a Mucielago (by DPG for 601 brands)... nice looking natural box press, construction issues and a pretty one dimensional strong maduro... nothing to write home about.

[kenstogie]

Had the 601 Green Oscuro the other day and WHAM, bought a box on CBid for 80 buck. :D

[Bruins Fan]

I enjoy the 1979 black,
601 blue,
Cubao :ss

[marge796]

I bought a box of My Father Le Bijou 1922 Churchills in December and have yet to try one. I've smoked various sizes of the My Fathers and really enjoyed them. I'm really looking forward to smoking one of the Bijous though.


:ss


Chris.....

[wayner123]

I bought a box of My Father Le Bijou 1922 Churchills in December and have yet to try one. I've smoked various sizes of the My Fathers and really enjoyed them. I'm really looking forward to smoking one of the Bijous though.


:ss


Chris.....


The Le Bijou's are almost a completely different cigar imo. I haven't been much of a fan of the regular line of My Father's, but the Le Bijou is a winner.

[Ahbroody]

The Le Bijou's are almost a completely different cigar imo. I haven't been much of a fan of the regular line of My Father's, but the Le Bijou is a winner.

I didnt dislike the original my fathers, but will definetly agree that the le bijou is a very different animal and definetly a better stick to me.

Had a Tabaco Baez Serie SF robusto the other day, I guess these are fairly new. In Cali they are about 3.25 a stick. Probablly the best 3.00 non cuban I have had. Nubbed it which suprised the hell out of me. It definetly out preformed my expectations of a short filler stick.

[issues]

Although he doesn't make my favorite cigar, DPG definitely doesn't disappoint! :ss

Every DPG I have ever smoked has been excellent and I've smoked a lot of them!

From Tats to Red Labels to 601s, JJ Series to San Cristobals to My Fathers everything I've tried has been top-notch...

DPG is da man!!!:tu

[Kreth]

Pepin sampler on cigar.com's Daily Deal (http://www.cigar.com/DailyDeal/ccCigarDeals.asp).
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[issues]

There is also a deal for some of the original release Padilla 1948's here:

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=28028

[SkinsFanLarry]

I definately agree with Wayne and Mike, the Le Bijou 1922 is a completely different animal compared to the My Father line.

[marge796]

That's great news about the Le Bijou line! I'm even more excited about lighting one up, I am going to give them a little more Humi time before doing that though. Jose " Don Pepin " Garcia & his son Jaime are true to their craft and make our hobby even more enjoyable!


:ss


Chris.....

[Deputy]

I am by no means a Pepin Whore however I did smoke a JJ the other day and was very very impressed.

[TomHagen]

I had not had a My Father that was as good as expected... until the LANCERO!!

My Father Le Bijou Robustos haven't fully impressed either...

both lines of MF will need time to reach their true potential, unlike his other smokes which smoke great now, and grow better with age. IMHO

[Smokin Gator]

Pepin sampler on cigar.com's Daily Deal (http://www.cigar.com/DailyDeal/ccCigarDeals.asp).
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Thanks brother... I couldn't pass that one up!!:tu

[cigarz]

I can't think of a better place to ask this question than on this thread.. you guys are definite fans!

I am a noob and haven't yet lit up a Pepin. I am in the mild-medium range and enjoy a nice profile and smooth finish. Which Pepin would you recommend I try first?

thanks,

Mike

[Tripp]

I can't think of a better place to ask this question than on this thread.. you guys are definite fans!

I am a noob and haven't yet lit up a Pepin. I am in the mild-medium range and enjoy a nice profile and smooth finish. Which Pepin would you recommend I try first?

thanks,

Mike

From your description, I'd reccomend the Fumadores from Holts, Vegas Cubanas or El Rey De Los Habanos, they're tasty, and come to mind as being pretty medium bodied.

[BFallehy]

I can't think of a better place to ask this question than on this thread.. you guys are definite fans!

I am a noob and haven't yet lit up a Pepin. I am in the mild-medium range and enjoy a nice profile and smooth finish. Which Pepin would you recommend I try first?

thanks,

Mike

For what you are asking about my picks would be

San Cristobal (the original I haven't had the del sol and don't know how they differ)
Mi Barrio (a little spicy at the beginning but pairs well with a beer to put it in that medium range)
601 Green (one of my all time faverites, more medium to full but if you have had a meal before you should be fine)

I am sure there are more those are just the ones that spring to mind right away. :ss

[wayner123]

I can't think of a better place to ask this question than on this thread.. you guys are definite fans!

I am a noob and haven't yet lit up a Pepin. I am in the mild-medium range and enjoy a nice profile and smooth finish. Which Pepin would you recommend I try first?

thanks,

Mike

Are you talking about Pepin's personal lines or any Pepin blend?

[NCRadioMan]

I am a noob and haven't yet lit up a Pepin. I am in the mild-medium range and enjoy a nice profile and smooth finish. Which Pepin would you recommend I try first?



Cabaiguan Coronas Extra, Tatuaje Especiales, Pepin White Label and White Label Maduro, Ashton Benchmade, Vegas Cubanas, any Nestor Miranda Special Selection rosado and Tobaccos Baez and TB SF. :tu

[Mr. Ed]

I had not had a My Father that was as good as expected... until the LANCERO!!

My Father Le Bijou Robustos haven't fully impressed either...

both lines of MF will need time to reach their true potential, unlike his other smokes which smoke great now, and grow better with age. IMHO

I actually really enjoyed the Robusto and Lancero from the regular line, fine construction as always and just a real pleasant smoke

[cigarz]

Are you talking about Pepin's personal lines or any Pepin blend?

I would be interested in recommendations for both.

And thanks for all the recommendations already. I will be stopping at the local B&M tonight and will pick up a couple. I will let you know how it goes.

Mike

[cigarz]

Well I had the San Cristobal last night and I must say I enjoyed it. Especially the middle third. Seemed very earthy to me. It actually went out on me as I made may way into the final third. This may be due to the fact that temperatures dropped like a rock last night. When I got home it was in the upper 20's. By the time I got done with dinner, etc. and got to the garage, it was 1 1/2 hour later, and by the time I finished it was 13 degrees out! Luckily no wind. Keeping it lit for the last third was a chore and I believe I over-puffed it and got it too hot and I started to get some hay tastes and biting on the back of tongue. I will certainly give it another try when things warm up.


Mike

[longknocker]

I can't think of a better place to ask this question than on this thread.. you guys are definite fans!

I am a noob and haven't yet lit up a Pepin. I am in the mild-medium range and enjoy a nice profile and smooth finish. Which Pepin would you recommend I try first?

thanks,

Mike

Vegas Cubanas Is The Mildest In The Line, IMHO. Nice Flavor & Good Price Point!:tu

[n.olson99]

Vegas Cubanas Is The Mildest In The Line, IMHO. Nice Flavor & Good Price Point!:tu

second. fantastic smoke!

[issues]

Tried the DPG Black 1977 yesterday and I liked it so much I went back to my local B&M and bought almost every one they had!

It will be my next box purchase for sure!!! :tu

[D_A]

Pepin and Miranda are teaming up for another smoke, the Nestor Miranda Collection Dominicano. Nic filler and binder with a Dominican wrapper. The wrapper is being grown on the same farm the wrappers for LA's 100 Años were grown.

[Mikey202]

Black line is my favorite.:)

[ProBe]

CC 1979 is my go too cigar.

[mikey burr]

http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs007.snc3/11436_179696676539_650996539_3382531_4230432_n.jpg

[Razorhog]

Pepin and Miranda are teaming up for another smoke, the Nestor Miranda Collection Dominicano. Nic filler and binder with a Dominican wrapper. The wrapper is being grown on the same farm the wrappers for LA's 100 Años were grown.
That could be a very interesting cigar!

[Razorhog]

http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs007.snc3/11436_179696676539_650996539_3382531_4230432_n.jpg

That's awesome. Who is the guy on the right?

[Razorhog]

Updating the list, added San Cristobal Seleccion Del Sol

Pepin Garcia List


El Rey de los Habanos (Miami)
Cabaiguan
Cuban Diplomat (Cigar King / Phatash)
Cuban Diplomat Corojo Rosado(Cigar King / Phatash)
Don Pepin Garcia Blue Label
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ (aka white label)
El Rey los de Habanos (aka Red Label)
Habana Leon (Cigar King / Phatash)
Havana Soul (Cigar King / Phatash)
Hirsh y Garcia (Cigar King / Phatash)
La Riqueza
Little Havana Overruns (Holt's)
Nacionales W (Cigar King / Phatash)
Padilla Miami 8/11 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla Signature 1932 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla 1948 - Pepin stopped making
Rey Miguel - (Black Cat Cigar Company) - Pepin stopped making
Sam's GS Stash - (Black Cat Cigar Company) - Pepin stopped making
Sancti Spiritus (Cigar King / Phatash)
Tatuaje
Top Shelf Signature Select Green (topshelfcigar.com)
Trahan – (Cigar Merchant, Georgia) - Discontinued
Vegas Cubanas


Tabacalera Cubana/TACUBA (Pepin's Nicaraguan factory)
5 Vegas Miami (Cigars International)

Benchmade by Ashton (Interesting - this is not at Holt's)
Cabaiguan Guapo
Casa Royale
Corojo Label (Cigar.com)
Cubao (United Tobacco/EO Brands)
Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic (aka Black Label)
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ Maduro
EO Brands 601 (Conn-Gold Label, Habano-Red Label, Maduro-Blue Label, Oscuro-Green Label)
El Centurion
Fumadores (Holt's)
Holt's Connoisseur Selection
La Aroma de Cuba Edición Especial
Legends Pepin Garcia – Yellow Label (Cigars International)
Old Henry (Holt's)
Padilla Edicion Especial Achilles (Cigars International)
Padilla Series '68
San Cristobal
San Cristobal Seleccion Del Sol
Tatuaje Havana VI
Tatuaje Havana VI Exclusivo Verocu
Tatuaje Series P
Troya Clasico

Tabacalera Tropical (Nicaragua)
It is believed Pepin created these blends:
Anganorsa
Condega
JFR
Nicaragauan Heirloom (now discontinued)
Nicarao (Tabacalera Tropical 2006 and earlier)
Rio Tabac Alpha Series R – (Rocky’s Cigars)

[NCRadioMan]

Add Nestor Miranda SS, LAdC original, Giralda, Tobaccos Baez, TB Series H and TB SF's to the list. :D

[TomHagen]

That's awesome. Who is the guy on the right?

:D I hope you are kidding? :D

[TomHagen]

Add Nestor Miranda SS, LAdC original, Giralda, Tobaccos Baez, TB Series H and TB SF's to the list. :D

Add
Mucielago... not that I really enjoyed it.
De La Concha House Blend
El Triunfador (lance & new blend)
and I know I am missing some...


Any reviews on the TB series H? I didn't really dig the original TB...

[kugie]

I love the Pepin Blends and The New Aroma De Cuba and San Crista Bal are great.

[Razorhog]

:D I hope you are kidding? :D

Yes, but just pretend like I wasn't and tell me :D

[Razorhog]

Updated list - Not sure which factory makes them, so I'll just add to bottom. Feel free to place them in the appropriate section.

Pepin Garcia List


El Rey de los Habanos (Miami)

Cabaiguan
Cuban Diplomat (Cigar King / Phatash)
Cuban Diplomat Corojo Rosado(Cigar King / Phatash)
Don Pepin Garcia Blue Label
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ (aka white label)
El Rey los de Habanos (aka Red Label)
Habana Leon (Cigar King / Phatash)
Havana Soul (Cigar King / Phatash)
Hirsh y Garcia (Cigar King / Phatash)
La Riqueza
Little Havana Overruns (Holt's)
Nacionales W (Cigar King / Phatash)
Padilla Miami 8/11 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla Signature 1932 - Pepin stopped making
Padilla 1948 - Pepin stopped making
Rey Miguel - (Black Cat Cigar Company) - Pepin stopped making
Sam's GS Stash - (Black Cat Cigar Company) - Pepin stopped making
Sancti Spiritus (Cigar King / Phatash)
Tatuaje
Top Shelf Signature Select Green (topshelfcigar.com)
Trahan – (Cigar Merchant, Georgia) - Discontinued
Vegas Cubanas


Tabacalera Cubana/TACUBA (Pepin's Nicaraguan factory)

5 Vegas Miami (Cigars International)
Benchmade by Ashton (Interesting - this is not at Holt's)
Cabaiguan Guapo
Casa Royale
Corojo Label (Cigar.com)
Cubao (United Tobacco/EO Brands)
Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic (aka Black Label)
Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ Maduro
EO Brands 601 (Conn-Gold Label, Habano-Red Label, Maduro-Blue Label, Oscuro-Green Label)
El Centurion
Fumadores (Holt's)
Holt's Connoisseur Selection
La Aroma de Cuba Edición Especial
Legends Pepin Garcia – Yellow Label (Cigars International)
Old Henry (Holt's)
Padilla Edicion Especial Achilles (Cigars International)
Padilla Series '68
San Cristobal (Ashton)
San Cristobal Seleccion Del Sol (Ashton)
Tatuaje Havana VI
Tatuaje Havana VI Exclusivo Verocu
Tatuaje Series P
Troya Clasico

Tabacalera Tropical (Nicaragua):

It is believed Pepin created these blends:
Anganorsa
Condega
JFR
Nicaragauan Heirloom (now discontinued)
Nicarao (Tabacalera Tropical 2006 and earlier)
Rio Tabac Alpha Series R – (Rocky’s Cigars)


Nestor Miranda SS
La Aroma De Cuba (Ashton)
La Giralda (Forcade & Sons)
Tobaccos Baez
Tobaccos Baez Serie H
Tobaccos Baez Serie SF
Mucielago
De La Concha House Blend
El Triunfador

[TheRiddick]

5 Vegas Miami are not Pepin's, rather his daughter's.

[TomHagen]

Yes, but just pretend like I wasn't and tell me :D

:r Nestor Miranda

[TomHagen]

5 Vegas Miami are not Pepin's, rather his daughter's.

and My Father is Jaime, and My Father Le Bijou is Pepin's...

[brigey57]

"Ditto":D

I'm in and I like them all!
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[TheRiddick]

and My Father is Jaime, and My Father Le Bijou is Pepin's...

The difference is that the lines above are advertised as made by them. There is a reason for CI catalogs no longer advertising Pepin's association with 5 Vegas Miami (this after a couple of months not even having the line in the catalog at all save for a couple of mixed samplers, the line has "re-appeared" now with no mention of Pepin's involvement).

[Stick]

The difference is that the lines above are advertised as made by them. There is a reason for CI catalogs no longer advertising Pepin's association with 5 Vegas Miami (this after a couple of months not even having the line in the catalog at all save for a couple of mixed samplers, the line has "re-appeared" now with no mention of Pepin's involvement).

:confused:

From CI's website (http://www.cigarsinternational.com/prodDisp.asp?item=CS-5YA&cat=3):

"5 Vegas Miami is a gem of a cigar. Carefully crafted by the talented hands of Jose ’Don Pepin’ Garcia, maker of the industry’s most sought after cigars, this rare blend takes the 5 Vegas brand – already a fan favorite – to a whole new level of cigar superiority..."

I don't know who makes the cigars, but they're definitely still advertised using Pepin's name.

[whodeeni]

OOOOOOoooooh!:su

:confused:

From CI's website (http://www.cigarsinternational.com/prodDisp.asp?item=CS-5YA&cat=3):

"5 Vegas Miami is a gem of a cigar. Carefully crafted by the talented hands of Jose ’Don Pepin’ Garcia, maker of the industry’s most sought after cigars, this rare blend takes the 5 Vegas brand – already a fan favorite – to a whole new level of cigar superiority..."

I don't know who makes the cigars, but they're definitely still advertised using Pepin's name.

[TripleF]

I think I caught the DPG disease.......

Smoked a CI LEgends Yellow Label.....then.......bought a box that day.

Is there any help?

[issues]

I think I caught the DPG disease.......

Smoked a CI LEgends Yellow Label.....then.......bought a box that day.

Is there any help?

Nope! :ss

[Razorhog]

I think I caught the DPG disease.......

Smoked a CI LEgends Yellow Label.....then.......bought a box that day.

Is there any help?

Those are really great for the price. Construction lacks in a lot of them, but the flavor is awesome! One of my go-to yard gars now.
:D

[pinotguy]

I don't have time to read through this entire thread but here some further Pepin brands/blends that should be added to the list:

Capanna d'Oro - House Blend for Barclay Rex
Mi Barrio - a 601 brand but is different from the Cubao/601/Murcielago
My Father
My Father Le Bijou 1922
Famous 70 Garcia Family
Maroma Fuerte - "sandwich style" blend for Famous
Siboney Reserve - House Blend for Famous
Signature Garcia - House Blend for Famous
Los Imperialistas - Regional brand for the SE USA (not sure if this is still being made)

[Tripp]

From Cigarmonster.com, regarding Tabacos Baez

Famous bought this entire brand of delicious treats from Pepin many months ago and has made the brand their own.

Did I miss something? Does anyone know when this happened? I still see TB's at other shops.

[Mr B]

I love it when this thread pops back up.

Just had a San Cristobal Lancero last week on the lake. It had a lite dusting of Plume on it. It was one of the BEST smokes I have ever had. And I have had my share of San Cristos too. I cant wait to try the S.C. Del Sol

[kugie]

Sunday night on the Deck
DPG Blue Generoso :tu:tu:D

[SinPena!]

cigar international...................Joes Daily Deal has The 1979 DPG CC 10 Bundle for $37.00!

Just ordered 10 more!

[kugie]

I wish I didn't spend so much the other day, I would get them as well.

DPG Black right now

[tomc3084]

this thread couldl go on for several hundred pages LOL!

[688sonarmen]

yes it could. How are the 601's? Do they match up to Tat's?

[STEVE S]

:drAnother dpg whore checking in, i love the my father le bijou and the blue label line, but my everyday go to cigar is the cubao.:dr

[AUguy]

I love them all. Pepin Rules.

[boom]

just had me a cabi rx..... yumm!!!!

[Smokin Gator]

Last night I had one of the new Tatuaje 7th naturals and today I had the 7th reserva. Both were very good, but I actually think I liked the natural more.

[TheDudeAbides]

Just had my first My Father Le Bijou 1922 this afternoon. Needless to say I was impressed. Probably my favorite Pepin so far...... Kinda excited about those new limited edicions......... Too bad the sticker shock is keeping me from pulling the trigger.
-Dude

[Ahbroody]

Jaimes stuff is really good also. If you like the Le Bijou I would recommend trying out some of his new stuff. A lot of flavor at a very fair price.

[kugie]

Just had my first My Father Le Bijou 1922 this afternoon. Needless to say I was impressed. Probably my favorite Pepin so far...... Kinda excited about those new limited edicions......... Too bad the sticker shock is keeping me from pulling the trigger.
-Dude

What a great smoke! I have had only one also but man I would love to get a Box.
It would take a while to get up the nerve (and the funds) to pull the trigger on a box.

[688sonarmen]

http://www.cigarcyclopedia.com/news-views/cigar-news/1846-one-on-one-with-tatuajes-pete-johnson-part-2

Cool article I want in!

[Tank]

I am craving a Blue Label in the worst way. I just need to drive a few miles and pick one up. Of all my cigars I have none of these in my humi's.

[hammondc]

Jaimes stuff is really good also. If you like the Le Bijou I would recommend trying out some of his new stuff. A lot of flavor at a very fair price.

Like what?

[NCRadioMan]

Like what?

The original My Father and the fairly priced, Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial come to mind.


I recently had an Art Deco. Part of the Nestor Miranda Collection. It's a cigar with 40% Dominican, yes, Dominican filler. Pretty darn good! Be on the lookout. They come in tins of 21 with the art deco look.

[RichardW]

Like what?

also .. La Reloba -- two blends, I prefer the sumatra: for example --> http://cigarreader.com/2010/06/30/cigar-launch-la-reloba-from-my-father-cigars/

[NCRadioMan]

also .. La Reloba -- two blends, I prefer the sumatra: for example --> http://cigarreader.com/2010/06/30/cigar-launch-la-reloba-from-my-father-cigars/

Don't know how I forgot this one. I am a fan of both wrappers for this blend particularly the corona. -(P

[Steelergar]

I finally pulled the trigger on the Cigar King brands last week. I'm sucking down a cuban diplomat tomorrow, can't wait.

[Steelergar]

Hirsh Y Garcia is my new favorite cigar.

[Ferrari5180]

Just ordered me a 5er of Don Pepin Blue Delicias

[NCRadioMan]

Hirsh Y Garcia is my new favorite cigar.

I've said it for years, I think it's Pepin's best blend. My only problem is the price or I would buy more. They used to be priced more reasonably.

[DougBushBC]

My name is Doug, and I am a Pepin-aholic.

Let me tell you, I love almost everything he makes. I took the plunge this week and snagged a box + a few singles of the new My Father Limited Edition. Chances are this will be the last production cigar Pepin will ever roll entirely by himself, I couldn't help but get in on this. Pelo de Oro + My Father + Pepin / Jaime Rolling = Epic cigar.

[auburnfan1980]

:drAnother dpg whore checking in, i love the my father le bijou and the blue label line, but my everyday go to cigar is the cubao.:dr

Steve,

My local shop is running 40% off Cubao because they have a hard time selling them. Would you like for me to see what they have left? They said they'd ship anywhere in the lower 48!

[Martel]

Hirsh Y Garcia is my new favorite cigar.

I've been curious about these... may just have to pull the trigger.

Cheers,
G

[Steelergar]

Do they carry DPG in your local B@M. I am in charleston and I gotta say they have a pretty weak selection of DPG's. They might have some of his Ashton or TAT products but maybee just 1 vitola.

[Brutus2600]

Steve,

My local shop is running 40% off Cubao because they have a hard time selling them. Would you like for me to see what they have left? They said they'd ship anywhere in the lower 48!

What's the shop name? I'd love to find some No. 3's at a good price.

[CoreyD]

What's the shop name? I'd love to find some No. 3's at a good price.
I think now a few of us sprung curiosity on this.. Pepin sticks "mmmmm"
I see the cubao is put in a 601 sampler, didn't it release before, seperately or was it made to be connected with the 601 series?

[Bunker]

Famous has had the Cubaos on sale at various times and I notice them popping up on the monster more lately

[KillerCelt]

Famous has had the Cubaos on sale at various times and I notice them popping up on the monster more lately

I guess I'll have to pay closer attention to the monster these days.

[Brutus2600]

Yeah, I've seen them a lot on there, but never the No 3 Lanceros :(

[Bunker]

I smoke a Vegas Cubana today at lunch that was very nice, and CI Legend Yellow that I was extremely impressed with a few days ago.

[auburnfan1980]

What's the shop name? I'd love to find some No. 3's at a good price.

Truly Cigars in Florence, Alabama. 256-275-3601 They have the lanceros left and that may be it. Give them a call and tell em Jason sent ya....they'll ship em right to you.

[Ismith75]

What's the shop name? I'd love to find some No. 3's at a good price.
Favorite Cubao. Great smoke. :tu

[kelmac07]

Favorites...

601 Blues
DPG Cuban Classic
DPG JJ Series Maduro
Cubao Maduro

All GREAT sticks!!! :tu :tu

[hammondc]

I'd have to go with either of the JJ as #1 for me.

[Ogre]

Favorites...

601 Blues
DPG Cuban Classic
DPG JJ Series Maduro
Cubao Maduro

All GREAT sticks!!! :tu :tu

:tpd:

[nick2021]

almost picked up a 601 blue...maybe I should now :)

[Skywalker]

Any opinions about the Maroma Fuertes???:sh

[RHNewfie]

Any opinions about the Maroma Fuertes???:sh

They are not bad for a cheap stick.