Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Ok, I'm a new guy and maby I should post this in the newb question area but I used search and didn't find anything covering this topic.

First of all, Why all the different cigar shapes and how do you know what is right for you?

Here's my actual question. While looking at cigars on famous smoke, I noticed that coronas outscored robustos 75% of the time even though its the same cigar............or am I missing something?

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Try a bunch of different shapes, you'll find your preference.

Most people know right off the bat, "I don't like anything over a ...52 RG" or something like that.

Or maybe I don't like anything under a 52 RG.

Usually you have a preference large or small RG.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Why not?

It may be the same line (and built around the same blend), but it's not quite the same mix of leaves.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Different sizes offer different levels of flavor intensity, profile, and feel.. Generally, smaller RGs offer a more intense flavor profile compared to the other sizes of the same cigar. Other factors besides flavor and body like the size itself plays a factor. I hate larger RG cigars, anything above 56:D

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

ok. The shape thing is prefrence as I had thought. I have always been fond of the robustos myself.

Just seemed odd that the coronas consistantly had a higher score.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

You could easily correlate the smaller rg with more flavor, which in turn gives higher ratings. I would say though, I don't believe any crap CA magazine puts out.. I mean there top 25 is a complete joke.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

I wouldn't worry about scores and ratings. You'll find later on that many of them you don't agree with anyways. It's all a matter of opinion(s)

If you generally like robustos more just stick with the robustos.

:2

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Cool, thanks!

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

I prefer the smaller sizes. In my experience with smoking I have found the coronas smoke easier. They also seem to have better flavor and are smoother than bigger sizes. The bigger rg's are tougher. And seem more uncomfortable to smoke. This is just my opinion and some bigger cigars are bettervthan their smaller RG. All of this is preference of thee smoker though.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Better yet, find a few of the robustos you like that also have coronas in their lines and try their coronas. You'll get to understand for yourself the kind of differences that will appear between the two sizes. Then, run with your preference. :2

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

I will deff do that!

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

One cigar I would suggest is Olivia V. They have one in the robust size and Services they have the number 4, which I think is a corona also..

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

A bunch of guys talking about size mattering!!!:sh

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Haha good one!!:noon

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Smoke a wide range of cigars in a wide range of sizes; your preferences will become clear to you as you go along.

One thing I cannot emphasize enough: unless you are blessed with an eidetic memory, make detailed notes as you smoke. You can't overstate the importance of keeping track. Take pictures, too.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

I don't know if there's any truth to this, but my assumption has been that the wrappers contribute to more flavor in the smaller ring cigars, while the filler contribute to more flavor in the bigger ring cigars.

I personally tend to go for Robusto more often then not, but it really depends on the cigar. Some cigars have a drastic difference in body and flavor between the different vitolas.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

That's cause they're mo betta!

:D

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

If you read Cigar Aficianado, ignore the scores for the most part. They are a joke IMHO. Smoke what you like, like what you smoke!

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

I've started to really dig coronas. Flavors really jump out at me in this size for some reason.

Bigger isn't always better. :r :r

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

I don't put any stock whatsoever in ANY number scores, anywhere. I like to read the tasting notes and go from there to decide if I want to try something that someone has reviewed.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

Thats not what she said.:D

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

I like the way they score tho, it's a pretty comprehensive process, better than most companies that have a single person make the decisions. That said, I agree that the scores mean nothing. I've had some solid 90+ cigars that lots of people enjoy but I personally don't care for at all. It's all about what you like yourself.

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

The smaller the better usually for me. More chances to light up and don't feel like I'm wasting as much if I don't finish. I've read tobacco wrappers are more expensive than fillers so you are getting a higher wrapper to filler ratio with smaller smokes; however, this does not always translate to a better cigar. There are a few blends that I prefer a larger ring guage; for example, I like the figurados better than the No.4s on the Oliva Serie V. My advice is to smoke everything you can and see what you prefer.

Additionally, reviews are pretty subjective and I don't like how most tally up their scores.
For me, FLAVOR should be worth much more than draw, consistency, and appearance; however these are all scored equally using Famous' setup. I'd pick a rustic looking cigar that tastes awesome over a perfectly constructed turd any day.
:tu

Re: Corona Vs. Robusto
 

When I am trying a new cigar, I usually buy a robusto first, and then kind of branch out into the other vitolas. For me, the robusto is an ideal base-line size.