Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) - Page 96

RobR1205 · 07-06-2012, 07:07 PM

I know this question gets asked a lot, but I want to hear a couple of personal opinions and experiences from some of you more experienced folk, being that I've only been smoking cigars for a little over a year now! But is there really a best humidity to keep cigars for optimal taste and burning? I've seen numbers as high as 75% (too high in my opinion) and numbers as low as 65%. Sometimes, by RH fluctuates between 72%-68%. Any first hand experiences or personal opinions? Thanks!

N2Advnture · 07-06-2012, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by RobR1205

I know this question gets asked a lot, but I want to hear a couple of personal opinions and experiences from some of you more experienced folk, being that I've only been smoking cigars for a little over a year now! But is there really a best humidity to keep cigars for optimal taste and burning? I've seen numbers as high as 75% (too high in my opinion) and numbers as low as 65%. Sometimes, by RH fluctuates between 72%-68%. Any first hand experiences or personal opinions? Thanks!

The short answer is store them at the RH level that you prefer.

In my opinion, 60-65% is my preference. I have found fewer draw and burn problems and more complex and subtle flavors when aging.

RobR1205 · 07-06-2012, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by N2Advnture

The short answer is store them at the RH level that you prefer.

In my opinion, 60-65% is my preference. I have found fewer draw and burn problems and more complex and subtle flavors when aging.

Wow usually I freak out when the RH gets near 65% or lower...Thanks!

N2Advnture · 07-06-2012, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by RobR1205

Wow usually I freak out when the RH gets near 65% or lower...Thanks!

It's really all personal preference.

In various places around the world, some collectors age in the mid 50s, then slowly raise the level when they want to smoke them.

Others store and smoke in the mid to high 50s

65% is my "go to" with results that I like

guitar4001 · 07-06-2012, 11:54 PM

I try for 70/70, but if I vary to the right or left a bit, no big deal. I just don't like getting the humidity above 75 due to mold issues and splitting wrappers.

captTrips · 07-08-2012, 07:48 AM

I was a 70/70 guy until I did alot of reading and decided to drop my rh to 65. My real problem is keeping the temp in check? My humidors usually sit at around 72 or 73 degrees. Is it that big a deal as long as my rh is 65? What problems does it create?

pnoon · 07-08-2012, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by captTrips

I was a 70/70 guy until I did alot of reading and decided to drop my rh to 65. My real problem is keeping the temp in check? My humidors usually sit at around 72 or 73 degrees. Is it that big a deal as long as my rh is 65? What problems does it create?

Nothing at all wrong with 72-73. Problems can occur when you get into the high 70s/over 80 for extended periods.

You should be fine.

RobR1205 · 07-08-2012, 09:15 AM

Thanks for the clarification, everyone

FriendlyMan · 07-08-2012, 10:34 AM

What dose NC's stand for? When someone writes NC's cigars?
Thanks

pnoon · 07-08-2012, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by FriendlyMan

What dose NC's stand for? When someone writes NC's cigars?
Thanks

Non-Cubans. Non-Cuban cigars.

Mr.Weeee · 07-15-2012, 01:43 AM

i dont know if you answers this or not should i keep the plastic wrap on them or take them out and put them in my humidor

area51 · 07-15-2012, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr.Weeee

i dont know if you answers this or not should i keep the plastic wrap on them or take them out and put them in my humidor

It's personal preference. I keep them on because it protects the a little bit but yeah it is up to you.

CigarJut · 07-19-2012, 09:26 AM

I’m looking for something mild to medium with a Madura wrapper. Any suggestions?

icehog3 · 07-19-2012, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by CigarJut

I’m looking for something mild to medium with a Madura wrapper. Any suggestions?

AVO Maduro.

NCRadioMan · 07-19-2012, 10:22 AM

Perdomo Champagne Noir, Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro, Casa Torano Maduro, Cusano 18 Maduro, Ashton Aged Maduro, Arturo Fuente 858 Maduro & Sancho Panza Double Maduro are a few.

CigarNut · 07-19-2012, 12:18 PM

Don't forget Padron x000 series Maduro's!

jjirons69 · 07-19-2012, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarJut

I’m looking for something mild to medium with a Madura wrapper. Any suggestions?

Macanudo maduros are really mild.

RobR1205 · 07-19-2012, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarJut

I’m looking for something mild to medium with a Madura wrapper. Any suggestions?

CAO Gold Maduro and CAO Maduro L'Anniversaire

theonlybear4CORT · 07-19-2012, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarJut

I’m looking for something mild to medium with a Madura wrapper. Any suggestions?

I'll just leave this link rite here
Click me

Mr. Ed · 08-12-2012, 09:13 PM

So, I've had this on my mind for a while. How much does the wrapper affect a cigar's taste? I've heard people in the know, fellow BOTLs, B&M owners, give out a range from 10% to 60% (small, thin RG cigars) of the flavor comes from the wrapper.

Does anyone have any good links to some more "technical" information about this and cigar tobacco combustion/burning?

Thanks,
Ed

07-06-2012, 07:07 PM	#1901
RobR1205 Yeah Buddy!! Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Rob Location: New London, CT Posts: 651 Trading: (11)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) I know this question gets asked a lot, but I want to hear a couple of personal opinions and experiences from some of you more experienced folk, being that I've only been smoking cigars for a little over a year now! But is there really a best humidity to keep cigars for optimal taste and burning? I've seen numbers as high as 75% (too high in my opinion) and numbers as low as 65%. Sometimes, by RH fluctuates between 72%-68%. Any first hand experiences or personal opinions? Thanks! __________________ Who lives here reveres honor, honors duty

07-06-2012, 11:54 PM	#1905
guitar4001 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Paul Location: Between Goldsboro, NC and Fort Leavenworth, KS Posts: 355 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) I try for 70/70, but if I vary to the right or left a bit, no big deal. I just don't like getting the humidity above 75 due to mold issues and splitting wrappers.

07-08-2012, 07:48 AM	#1906
captTrips Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jun 2012 First Name: Dave Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 24 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) I was a 70/70 guy until I did alot of reading and decided to drop my rh to 65. My real problem is keeping the temp in check? My humidors usually sit at around 72 or 73 degrees. Is it that big a deal as long as my rh is 65? What problems does it create?

07-08-2012, 09:15 AM	#1908
RobR1205 Yeah Buddy!! Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Rob Location: New London, CT Posts: 651 Trading: (11)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) Thanks for the clarification, everyone __________________ Who lives here reveres honor, honors duty

07-08-2012, 10:34 AM	#1909
FriendlyMan Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: JACK Location: NYC Posts: 193 Trading: (5)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) What dose NC's stand for? When someone writes NC's cigars? Thanks

07-15-2012, 01:43 AM	#1911
Mr.Weeee Supporting the TROOP'S Join Date: Jul 2012 First Name: Ricky Huey Location: hawaii Posts: 37 Trading: (0)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) i dont know if you answers this or not should i keep the plastic wrap on them or take them out and put them in my humidor

07-19-2012, 09:26 AM	#1913
CigarJut Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jul 2012 First Name: Justin Location: Ohio Posts: 12 Trading: (1)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) I’m looking for something mild to medium with a Madura wrapper. Any suggestions?

07-19-2012, 10:22 AM	#1915
NCRadioMan Time Lord Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Lovebusciut Location: Mountains of Solace & Solitude, Gallifrey Posts: 3,712 Trading: (59)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) Perdomo Champagne Noir, Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro, Casa Torano Maduro, Cusano 18 Maduro, Ashton Aged Maduro, Arturo Fuente 858 Maduro & Sancho Panza Double Maduro are a few. __________________ Avaiding the mighty banstick since '05.

07-19-2012, 12:18 PM	#1916
CigarNut Really? Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Beaverton, Oregon Posts: 8,473 Trading: (83)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) Don't forget Padron x000 series Maduro's! __________________ Need Shilala's HCM Beads? Like HCM Cigar Beads on Facebook *Falling down is part of life, getting back up is living.*

08-12-2012, 09:13 PM	#1920
Mr. Ed A horse is a horse... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ed...duh Location: THE Burgh Posts: 499 Trading: (6)	Re: Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!) So, I've had this on my mind for a while. How much does the wrapper affect a cigar's taste? I've heard people in the know, fellow BOTLs, B&M owners, give out a range from 10% to 60% (small, thin RG cigars) of the flavor comes from the wrapper. Does anyone have any good links to some more "technical" information about this and cigar tobacco combustion/burning? Thanks, Ed __________________ ...but Mister Ed will never speak, unless he has something to say...

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