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I just had my first cigar with no flavor... I don't see the allure... Maybe because it was really cheap. What's the difference? Is a flavor tipped cigar considered flavored? I want to like it but it's weird. Is it "bad" to only like flavored cigars? I need some suggestions on cigars because I don't know much at all but know I like flavor and I don't mean just the natural tabacco lol. Thanks in advanced.

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I'm at the third now... I can kind of see why people do like them. I think I prefer flavored cigars though. Any suggestion on flavored cigars? Any suggestion for cigars that AREN'T flavored that flavored cigar smokers would like?

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What non flavored are you smoking now?

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Man... I don't even want to say because of how cheap they were... Pure Meyhem by East Coast Rollers...

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Well, that maybe the problem. Look at the cheap smoke thread here, lots of decent smokes for decent prices, that might help get you into the non favored. Around here people say “smoke what you like” but most of us are the non flavored type. But there are so many good smokes out there that will make you forget all about flavored. Keep at it.

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I figured. I got another pack of non flavored cigars coming through, lets see what happens. I actually kind of liked the cigar halfway through. Nice earthy, mellow flavor.

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I can't seem to find the cheap smoke thread... i'm pretty useless when it comes to searching forums.

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Mostly flavouring is added to give something to less than stellar tobacco. In the end (with few exceptions) they won’t keep your interest for too long. Find a good cigar lounge and hang out with some smokers. We’ll hook you up!

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Good ****, good ****. I was thinking about that too. Need to find a nice place to be able to get away and chill.

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Also depends on what type/brand of flavored cigars you are smoking. Some of them are over the top flavoring. Some are more subtle. If you are used to the syrupy flavors, then yeah, it might take some time to transition. Assuming you even want to, it's your cigar after all.

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o me, flavor is flavor. It seems to me that I need more artificial (if you would call it that) flavor then regular cigars but lets see what happens after I get these Juan Y Ramons.

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I like tobacco flavor.
Preferably Cuban tobacco flavored

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I'm pretty sure I would like Cuban flavor too. lmfao!:tu:tu

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Smoke what you like, like what you smoke.

A lot of people start out smoking "flavored" sticks as "gateway" cigars. Once you develop a palate for "regular" sticks...you'll be hooked. :2

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Some flavored / infused cigars do use artificial flavors, some do not, I would only call those artificial when they are flavored with such.

I don't know the Juan y Ramon line, but in looking it up, it is listed as a mild cigar. If you are searching for a more intense cigar without added flavors, I would recommend looking for stronger cigars, those described as "medium-full" to "full".

For a starting point that might help with suggestions, stating what cigars are you currently enjoying and what their flavor profiles are like might be of assistance.

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An inexpensive stick I've been enjoying lately is Baccarat, The Game. You can find fivers at Famous for around $20 or less. They have lightly sweetened caps but the tobacco is non-flavored and I think they're tasty. Also, you can't go too far wrong with Arturo Fuente.

Also, welcome aboard! :salute:

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Well I started with what a LOT of people started with. ACID cigars. I had my wife buy me some C Note cigarellos from them and they were great, stepped up to the Blondies and the Blondie Moduro... I had an amazing time smoking the regular Blondie and I like the Maduro a lot as well too.

I appreciate the welcoming. I'm already going to put them into my wish list. I suspect that it's ok if the tobacco isn't sweetened it's alright as I do like the notes that some tobacco brings, as long as it isn't garbage lol.:r

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Do you prefer Maduro or regular? For the Baccarats. They look great and have great reviews. Also, are all Arturo Fuentes sweet tipped?

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IIRC, aren't the Blondies a more full bodied ("stronger") cigar?

And, FWIW, there is nothing artificial in ACID cigars, all the flavors are infused from natural oils - kind of like aromatherapy, but with rooms full of hanging tobacco leaves.


I don't recall any Fuente cigars having sweetened tips, I think that Darren was just offering a suggestion for a company that produces quality cigars regardless of the price point, unlike some manufacturers where their low cost cigars can be just dumping grounds.

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Well I looked up the Blondies and they say they are medium strength. They were an amazing smoke for me. Yea I haven't had the experience of a good non flavored cigar. Kinda scared to even try one now after the experience I had with the Cheapo Pure Meyhems, but you get what you pay for! I will keep those Arturo Fuentes in mind though after I get my order of Juan Y Ramons to see how I like those. Those Baccarats are a must for me though.

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I got a friend of mine started on cigars with Baccarat. I think you'll like them.

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Did he eventually go on to enjoying non flavored? The ones I'm looking at have a sweet tip.

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Yea. Although he's not the degenerate I am. :D:r

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LOL we all can't be the good guy.

THIS.

Take suggestions - sure - but in the end, smoke what you like without apologies to anyone.
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Baccarats are pretty good, never had the Maduro. If you're still into flavored cigars, CAO makes some pretty good ones. I think you'll find as your taste changes you'll start to move away from them. I still like 'em from time to time. Havana Honeys are a nice little smoke and so are miami suites. They also work fine for when you're at a barbecue with new folks you don't know and wanna make sure the Aroma is sweet.

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Yea I think I am one of the rare ones who will like flavored cigars more then anything. I'm smoking the Pure Meyhems which have really good reviews but to me... It's not my style, I like bold flavors and this thing is just not hitting that itch for me.

Thanks and I am gonna have to check those out, haven't seen Havana Honeys or Miami Suites, got some research to do. CAO are the obvious second to ACID so those are a given i will definitely be buying a box of those sooner or later.

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And to add, this cigar seems to have a better "flavor" when I get halfway. Why is that? I can taste black coffee and a nice mellow tobacco flavor. The tobacco in these things are not bad at all!

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If you like the flavor of Captain Morgan rum you'll like Trader Jack's lonsdales. 1.00 to 2.00 bucks each they're a bargain. Auction sites have them cheapest.:2

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Fuentes are not flavored or sweet tipped. Any Drew Estate infused cigar is the best choice. Acid, Larutan aka Natural, and the Tabak. Drew Estate has these smokes dialed in and they're amazing. I prefer the Larutan English, but all the Larutans are incredible. Most of Drew Estates infused cigars are sweet tipped and top shelf quality(IMO). Enjoy!

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...and the Drew Estate Java's essential flavored smokes. The Java Mint is my fav, but the Latte, Maduro, and Red are excellent as well. :cf1

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Yea I realized that I'm a huge fan of Drew Estate, like most people who like their cigars. It is one of the most popular brands of cigars after all. My next purchase was gonna be Tabak's and Acid Blondies But I'm gonna get some Liga Undercrowns instead of the Tabaks. I already own a Few Kuba Kubas, Natural(Larutan) Dirts, Subcultures, Blondie Maduro and a few others. Drew Estate does magic with their cigars.

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you may want to try Rocky Patel The Edge. Ive had em for as little as $4 a smoke, and they are super smooth, good Connecticut tobacco. Really rich flavors of vanilla and cream

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Edge Is A Good "Regular" Smoke To Start With.:tu

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If you're picking up some Undercrowns, the Corona Viva is by far the tastiest size IMNSHO. It's one of those smokes that I always have on hand; they're just a damned good smoke.

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I agree with James, easily the tastiest of the Undercrowns for my money.

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What do you guys think about the robusto?

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It's a good smoke. But not as tasty as the Corona Viva.

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Oh yeah! Drew Estate brings the goods.

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Absolutely my opinion as well.