If I like an 8-5-8 I will love....

Flynnster · 08-15-2011, 11:23 PM

Alright everyone, inviting the guys over for a cigar and poker night, and looking to maybe try something different. I love 858's, how smooth they are, and the creamyness. Also love that they seem to always produce lots of thick smoke for me.

What other sticks should I look at? Trying to keep it within the same general price range.

icehog3 · 08-15-2011, 11:25 PM

More 8-5-8s?

Flynnster · 08-15-2011, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

More 8-5-8s?

I know that but for some reason I feel like I need to try other cigars!

icehog3 · 08-15-2011, 11:38 PM

I have had some NCs that I would describe as creamy, unfortunately none of the ones I remember come anywhere near the price point of the 8-5-8s.

emopunker2004 · 08-16-2011, 12:00 AM

are we talking AF 8-5-8?

bobarian · 08-16-2011, 12:07 AM

Maybe something in the Hemingway or Don Carlos line?

emopunker2004 · 08-16-2011, 12:09 AM

8-5-8 maduro are good

DaBear · 08-16-2011, 06:57 AM

I can't remember how much 858s usually go for, but for a lower end guesstimate try any of the Siglos if you can find them, higher end try the EP Carrillo Core Line

T.G · 08-16-2011, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by bobarian

Maybe something in the Hemingway or Don Carlos line?

That would be my guess too, since they use the same type of wrapper and similar filler but, like shruggie implies, liking one doesn't necessarily mean you'll like the other.

chatboardhero · 08-16-2011, 07:33 AM

The Hemingway line is fantastic. My favorite AF for sure. But if you are looking to branch out, there are a myriad of creamy, mild/medium smokes you could try. I enjoy the Leon Jimenez, Perdomo Gran Cru Connecticut, Oliva Connecticut, Nestor Miranda Special Selection, Cruzado, or maybe a Hoyo Excal. If you want to really try something different, but worth a shot, the Tabak Especial from Drew Estate is an interesting departure from traditional smokes. It's coffee infused. I am far from a flavored cigar fan, but I enjoy these from time to time.

Skywalker · 08-16-2011, 07:35 AM

Brickhouse (made by JC Newman) is in the price range and yummy!

Flynnster · 08-16-2011, 12:34 PM

Alright, I'll give a short story a try (part of the hemingway line, no?) and Skywalker, I do love me a good brickhouse.

08-16-2011, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Skywalker

Brickhouse (made by JC Newman) is in the price range and yummy!

Skywalker · 08-17-2011, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Flynnster

Alright, I'll give a short story a try (part of the hemingway line, no?) and Skywalker, I do love me a good brickhouse.

Ogre · 08-17-2011, 09:46 AM

EP Corillo, another great stick for the price

heavyd · 08-21-2011, 02:10 PM

Do you like the 858 Black label or Green label? I have never tried Green. If Black, then you may wanna try Cruzado. Medium body and smooth and creamy.

SmokinCozy · 08-22-2011, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by heavyd

Do you like the 858 Black label or Green label? I have never tried Green. If Black, then you may wanna try Cruzado. Medium body and smooth and creamy.

I was thinking Cruzado, Illusione, regular line Ashton and La Aroma de Cuba. I found the people that don't smoke all the time like the Ashton's and La Aroma.

08-23-2011, 02:21 PM

the new Java mint is VERRRY Creamy, and the mint is extremely light...
you should try it!

shilala · 08-23-2011, 02:27 PM

I'll say Hemingways, as well. A Signature or Classic. A work of art would be stretching it a bit.

08-24-2011, 07:54 AM

I just picked up a 10 pack of Alec Bradley Family Blend. I've only smoked one but it reminded me a lot of my 858s. The La aroma de cuba magnifico was close too.

08-15-2011, 11:23 PM	#1
Flynnster Life's too short Swishers Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Middle of the Mitten Posts: 787 Trading: (7)	If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... Alright everyone, inviting the guys over for a cigar and poker night, and looking to maybe try something different. I love 858's, how smooth they are, and the creamyness. Also love that they seem to always produce lots of thick smoke for me. What other sticks should I look at? Trying to keep it within the same general price range.

08-15-2011, 11:25 PM	#2
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 72,267 Trading: (60)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... More 8-5-8s? __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

08-15-2011, 11:38 PM	#4
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 72,267 Trading: (60)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... I have had some NCs that I would describe as creamy, unfortunately none of the ones I remember come anywhere near the price point of the 8-5-8s. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

08-16-2011, 12:00 AM	#5
emopunker2004 Central Fla rollin Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Justin Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 6,171 Trading: (46)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... are we talking AF 8-5-8? __________________ Cigar Asylum: Where all are equal, unless you are from CA, then you are more equal.

08-16-2011, 12:07 AM	#6
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... Maybe something in the Hemingway or Don Carlos line?

08-16-2011, 12:09 AM	#7
emopunker2004 Central Fla rollin Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Justin Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 6,171 Trading: (46)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... 8-5-8 maduro are good __________________ Cigar Asylum: Where all are equal, unless you are from CA, then you are more equal.

08-16-2011, 06:57 AM	#8
DaBear Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Bear Location: Raleigh, NC(NC State) Posts: 2,010 Trading: (26)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... I can't remember how much 858s usually go for, but for a lower end guesstimate try any of the Siglos if you can find them, higher end try the EP Carrillo Core Line

08-16-2011, 07:33 AM	#10
chatboardhero Makin' it Rain! Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Bellevue, KY Posts: 54 Trading: (0)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... The Hemingway line is fantastic. My favorite AF for sure. But if you are looking to branch out, there are a myriad of creamy, mild/medium smokes you could try. I enjoy the Leon Jimenez, Perdomo Gran Cru Connecticut, Oliva Connecticut, Nestor Miranda Special Selection, Cruzado, or maybe a Hoyo Excal. If you want to really try something different, but worth a shot, the Tabak Especial from Drew Estate is an interesting departure from traditional smokes. It's coffee infused. I am far from a flavored cigar fan, but I enjoy these from time to time.

08-16-2011, 07:35 AM	#11
Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... Brickhouse (made by JC Newman) is in the price range and yummy! __________________ Smoke what you like!!!

08-16-2011, 12:34 PM	#12
Flynnster Life's too short Swishers Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Middle of the Mitten Posts: 787 Trading: (7)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... Alright, I'll give a short story a try (part of the hemingway line, no?) and Skywalker, I do love me a good brickhouse.

08-17-2011, 09:46 AM	#15
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... EP Corillo, another great stick for the price __________________

08-21-2011, 02:10 PM	#16
heavyd Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Dave Location: La Mesa CA Posts: 316 Trading: (22)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... Do you like the 858 Black label or Green label? I have never tried Green. If Black, then you may wanna try Cruzado. Medium body and smooth and creamy. __________________ "You can't get to wonderful without passing through alright." ~Bill Withers

08-23-2011, 02:21 PM	#18
whodeeni Guest Posts: n/a	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... the new Java mint is VERRRY Creamy, and the mint is extremely light... you should try it!

08-23-2011, 02:27 PM	#19
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... I'll say Hemingways, as well. A Signature or Classic. A work of art would be stretching it a bit. __________________

08-24-2011, 07:54 AM	#20
fritz43096 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: If I like an 8-5-8 I will love.... I just picked up a 10 pack of Alec Bradley Family Blend. I've only smoked one but it reminded me a lot of my 858s. The La aroma de cuba magnifico was close too.