Mexican Puros?

Pyro · 01-27-2009, 01:45 PM

I have tried some cigars from A. Turrent and they were decent but nothing I would buy again.

By the way I'm going to Puerto Vallarta the 18 April and I intend to try some more Mexican cigars to give them a fair judgement.

kaisersozei · 01-27-2009, 01:51 PM

I thought Cohibos were Mexican puros

Actually, the Tabamex (Mexican binder & filler but not a puro) that Famous sells isn't too bad for a bundled cigar.

Tio Gato · 01-27-2009, 02:50 PM

For most of our lifetimes it was illegal for Mexican cigar makers to use any imported tobacco. Unfortunately during the early years of the "Cigar Boom" every magazine, forum, and blog ripped Mexican puros to shreds. The Mexican puro market went directly into the toilet. The government finally wised up and now allows imported tobacco.

You've got to realize what these are, pure Mexican. Some people love the funky barnyard taste and smell. Others hate it. The Turrents have been trying, with limited success IMHO, to use imported tobaccos to improve their smokes.

I happen to enjoy a nice Mexican puro once in a while. If that's your everyday smoke you are a better man than me!

Check out JR Cigar for the Santa Clara brand. These occasionally win awards, I don't know why. Te-Amo is the best of the Mexican puros.
I especially like the "Robusto" which is much bigger than the industry standard.

It's funny that on the rare occasion I fire up a Te-Amo my wife will comment (yell) PU! is that a Mexican? Even she can smell that funky barnyard smell, that if you enjoy it, is wonderful.

Also check out Perelman's Pocket Cyclopedia of cigars. A wealth of information about blends and brands.

Skywalker · 01-28-2009, 09:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaisersozei

I thought Cohibos were Mexican puros

I'm sure whatever is in a Cohibo is from Mexico!!! (Insert cow pooping here)

borndead1 · 01-28-2009, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaisersozei

I thought Cohibos were Mexican puros

True, I forgot about that. Just buy some "Cubans" from one of the tourist traps and they will be Mexican puros.

JD11 · 01-31-2009, 06:49 AM

A guy at work smokes Matacan .. not sure if they're puros though...

acarr · 02-05-2009, 01:21 PM

[quote=kaisersozei;195849]I thought Cohibos were Mexican puros

You beat me to the punch, I was going to say the same thing. These are probably the most famous of any Mexican Puros.

01-27-2009, 01:45 PM	#1
Pyro Just in from the Storm Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Per Location: Sweden Posts: 30 Trading: (0)	Re: Mexican Puros? I have tried some cigars from A. Turrent and they were decent but nothing I would buy again. By the way I'm going to Puerto Vallarta the 18 April and I intend to try some more Mexican cigars to give them a fair judgement.

01-27-2009, 01:51 PM	#2
kaisersozei The Homebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gerard Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 3,183 Trading: (40)	Re: Mexican Puros? I thought Cohibos were Mexican puros Actually, the Tabamex (Mexican binder & filler but not a puro) that Famous sells isn't too bad for a bundled cigar. __________________

01-27-2009, 02:50 PM	#3
Tio Gato Uncle Kitty Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 2,079 Trading: (11)	Re: Mexican Puros? For most of our lifetimes it was illegal for Mexican cigar makers to use any imported tobacco. Unfortunately during the early years of the "Cigar Boom" every magazine, forum, and blog ripped Mexican puros to shreds. The Mexican puro market went directly into the toilet. The government finally wised up and now allows imported tobacco. You've got to realize what these are, pure Mexican. Some people love the funky barnyard taste and smell. Others hate it. The Turrents have been trying, with limited success IMHO, to use imported tobaccos to improve their smokes. I happen to enjoy a nice Mexican puro once in a while. If that's your everyday smoke you are a better man than me! Check out JR Cigar for the Santa Clara brand. These occasionally win awards, I don't know why. Te-Amo is the best of the Mexican puros. I especially like the "Robusto" which is much bigger than the industry standard. It's funny that on the rare occasion I fire up a Te-Amo my wife will comment (yell) PU! is that a Mexican? Even she can smell that funky barnyard smell, that if you enjoy it, is wonderful. Also check out Perelman's Pocket Cyclopedia of cigars. A wealth of information about blends and brands. __________________ "You stink like cigars Uncle Kitty!" Said my Boo age 3. "Kid, take care of your family and the hell with anyone else" My Grandpa Bubba.

01-31-2009, 06:49 AM	#6
JD11 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: City of Sin , MASS Posts: 52 Trading: (5)	Re: Mexican Puros? A guy at work smokes Matacan .. not sure if they're puros though... __________________ They're coming to take me away HA HA

02-05-2009, 01:21 PM	#7
acarr Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,307 Trading: (34)	Re: Mexican Puros? [quote=kaisersozei;195849]I thought Cohibos were Mexican puros You beat me to the punch, I was going to say the same thing. These are probably the most famous of any Mexican Puros.