Do You like Drew Estate?

Sancho · 11-05-2008, 09:33 AM

Simple enough, Im curious about how many people follow the mentality that DE makes crap sticks, or if some have actually made a decision based on sampling

elderboy02 · 11-05-2008, 09:37 AM

Nope. I tried the Natural series and the Acid series and both were disgusting.

11-05-2008, 09:41 AM

I like the Chateau Real Maduro PC. That's about it.

bigloo · 11-05-2008, 10:28 AM

I really like the Chateau Real, both natural and maddie. They are my goto morning smoke. I like the Natural line too, I dont have a pipe so when I feel like that "pipe-like" smoke I reach for a natural. I have had a couple of acids, not as terrible as most people claim, they were OK but would not buy more. I am not a fan of any coffee infused sticks but his were the best I have smoked for what thats worth.

AD720 · 11-05-2008, 10:38 AM

I had a Natural one time (dark angel maybe), it was OK. I'd like to try a few more before I make any final decisions. I've had that Acid tin in my hand 2 or 3 times at the B&M before but ending up not pulling the trigger. I will get it one day and try a few Acids, if they taste as good as they smell I might like them.

I generally don't like flavored cigars that leave that saccharin sweetness on my lips.

Skywalker · 11-05-2008, 11:24 AM

To be honest I enjoyed some of the ACIDs such as the Kuba Kuba, Nasty, and Def Sea.

I did not like any others and the worst was the Blondie!!!

I enjoy the Javas with coffee!

The only natural I have had is the Pimp Stick... Not bad... Not great... Plain!

I really don't buy any of these anymore because I don't need a cigar to mask the true taste of the tobacco!

Lucky_Hippo · 11-05-2008, 12:27 PM

Yep, I like the LVH line from time to time. Decent and affordable.

webjunkie · 11-05-2008, 12:28 PM

Occasionally (stress occasionally) I enjoy a Drew Estates cigar.

That being said, they make the cigars that B&Ms seem to sell the most of, so I'm thankful that they exist so that the local shops stay open.

macpappy · 11-05-2008, 01:58 PM

I haven't tried any of the three listed in your poll but I have smoked quite a few of the Vintage 1990, 1992, the Decade and the 10th anniversary. They have all been enjoyable smokes for me when I gave one to my brother-in-law in Seattle, he liked it well enough to ask me to ship some to him. His B&M doesn't carry them and since he's in Washington State it's cheaper for me to buy them and ship them up to him. (He doesn't know how to turn on a computer, so forget shopping online).

drevim · 11-05-2008, 02:03 PM

I will pre-empt any posting from Tom, by saying "Suck my EGG!!!!!"

(love ya, buddy)

Pyro · 11-05-2008, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by macpappy

I haven't tried any of the three listed in your poll but I have smoked quite a few of the Vintage 1990, 1992, the Decade and the 10th anniversary...

In what way are those connected to Drew Estate?

I have tried and actually enjoyed Natural Dirt, Root and Clean Robusto. The small Dirt was the winner. Nothing I smoke often but nice to have for a change of pace!

aldukes · 11-05-2008, 02:20 PM

Im a very big fan of Liga Privida.

alley00p · 11-05-2008, 02:22 PM

I enjoy the LVH's and the Chateau Reals and I did like the one Liga Privada 9 that I tried. The small Tabak coffee-infused stick is a favorite in the morning while driving to work; Personally, I don't care for any of the ACID line although both of my 20-something sons do.

As was mentioned above, the ACIDs are a favorite of college and high school smokers as well as many women. If buying these can help keep a B&M open, then I can live with them.

Gargoyle · 11-05-2008, 02:26 PM

I'm a big DE fan. The Natural line, LVH Early Years, Chateau Real and Liga Privada No. 9 are part of my "regular" cigar lineup. I enjoy Acids, Java, Tabak and the now defunct Kahlua as "change of pace" smokes.

The only ones I didn't like are Ambrosia, Isla del Sol and Sauza.

Prozac_Puros · 11-05-2008, 02:28 PM

Yes, I have tried a couple..... not a big fan.

Skywalker · 11-05-2008, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gargoyle

I'm a big DE fan. The Natural line, LVH Early Years, Chateau Real and Liga Privada No. 9 are part of my "regular" cigar lineup. I enjoy Acids, Java, Tabak and the now defunct Kahlua as "change of pace" smokes.

The only ones I didn't like are Ambrosia, Isla del Sol and Sauza.

I forgot about the Kahlua and the Isla del Sol! These were not bad but not great!

11-05-2008, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by macpappy

I haven't tried any of the three listed in your poll but I have smoked quite a few of the Vintage 1990, 1992, the Decade and the 10th anniversary. They have all been enjoyable smokes for me when I gave one to my brother-in-law in Seattle, he liked it well enough to ask me to ship some to him. His B&M doesn't carry them and since he's in Washington State it's cheaper for me to buy them and ship them up to him. (He doesn't know how to turn on a computer, so forget shopping online).

I think you're thinking of Rocky Patel.

I have tried many different Acid cigars and I will never try another one. I've said this before, but I'll say it again. I don't like Flavour/Infused stogies. I just don't like the sweetness. I like the natural sweetness of a maduro wrapper or the sweet taste of mocha/chocolate undertones of "natural" tobacco. I just don't like my tobacco to be flavored/infused to taste like a fruit, candy or libation.
What ya gonna do?

11-05-2008, 02:56 PM

I had an LVH that wasn't totally wretched.

NCRadioMan · 11-05-2008, 02:56 PM

Chris, the only ones I like are the LVH Cuban Corojo series. A solid inexpensive cigar, imo.

icehog3 · 11-05-2008, 03:17 PM

LVH Silencios were one of my go-to short smokes when I started this obsession. I am a fan, at least of the "old blend" (haven't had the new one).

I have tried a couple Acid cigars in my time smoking, and found them a cross between disgusting in flavor and disgusting in taste.

View Poll Results: Have You Smoked a Drew Estate Product?
Yes! I've smoked their Acid series	34	20.12%
Yes! I've smoked their LVH series	41	24.26%
Yes! I've smoke the Liga Privada	49	28.99%
Yes, but I did not like it	46	27.22%
Yes, and I did enjoy it	53	31.36%
No, and I will never smoke one	23	13.61%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 169. You may not vote on this poll

11-05-2008, 09:33 AM	#1
Sancho Puddle Jumper Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chris Location: back near the woods Posts: 387 Trading: (7)	Do You like Drew Estate? Simple enough, Im curious about how many people follow the mentality that DE makes crap sticks, or if some have actually made a decision based on sampling

11-05-2008, 09:37 AM	#2
elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,496 Trading: (133)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? Nope. I tried the Natural series and the Acid series and both were disgusting.

11-05-2008, 09:41 AM	#3
Darrell Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I like the Chateau Real Maduro PC. That's about it.

11-05-2008, 10:28 AM	#4
bigloo Crazy like a fox Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Lu Location: Rose City Posts: 905 Trading: (27)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I really like the Chateau Real, both natural and maddie. They are my goto morning smoke. I like the Natural line too, I dont have a pipe so when I feel like that "pipe-like" smoke I reach for a natural. I have had a couple of acids, not as terrible as most people claim, they were OK but would not buy more. I am not a fan of any coffee infused sticks but his were the best I have smoked for what thats worth.

11-05-2008, 10:38 AM	#5
AD720 I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: The City of BOTL-erly Love Posts: 2,684 Trading: (73)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I had a Natural one time (dark angel maybe), it was OK. I'd like to try a few more before I make any final decisions. I've had that Acid tin in my hand 2 or 3 times at the B&M before but ending up not pulling the trigger. I will get it one day and try a few Acids, if they taste as good as they smell I might like them. I generally don't like flavored cigars that leave that saccharin sweetness on my lips.

11-05-2008, 11:24 AM	#6
Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? To be honest I enjoyed some of the ACIDs such as the Kuba Kuba, Nasty, and Def Sea. I did not like any others and the worst was the Blondie!!! I enjoy the Javas with coffee! The only natural I have had is the Pimp Stick... Not bad... Not great... Plain! I really don't buy any of these anymore because I don't need a cigar to mask the true taste of the tobacco!

11-05-2008, 12:27 PM	#7
Lucky_Hippo A Cigar = 42 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gary Location: Kansas Posts: 494 Trading: (2)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? Yep, I like the LVH line from time to time. Decent and affordable. __________________ Who wants an orange whip? Orange whip? Orange whip? Three orange whips. -J.Candy

11-05-2008, 12:28 PM	#8
webjunkie Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Daniel Location: Nagano Prefecture, Japan Posts: 213 Trading: (1)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? Occasionally (stress occasionally) I enjoy a Drew Estates cigar. That being said, they make the cigars that B&Ms seem to sell the most of, so I'm thankful that they exist so that the local shops stay open.

11-05-2008, 01:58 PM	#9
macpappy Rider on the storm. Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 851 Trading: (0)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I haven't tried any of the three listed in your poll but I have smoked quite a few of the Vintage 1990, 1992, the Decade and the 10th anniversary. They have all been enjoyable smokes for me when I gave one to my brother-in-law in Seattle, he liked it well enough to ask me to ship some to him. His B&M doesn't carry them and since he's in Washington State it's cheaper for me to buy them and ship them up to him. (He doesn't know how to turn on a computer, so forget shopping online). __________________ WARNING: I am a Southern White Male. I have a brain and I know how to use it.

11-05-2008, 02:03 PM	#10
drevim On the inside looking out Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ian Location: In the Asylum Posts: 290 Trading: (6)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I will pre-empt any posting from Tom, by saying "Suck my EGG!!!!!" (love ya, buddy) __________________ "We're the fragile elite, they dragged off the street. I guess they just couldn't take us no more...We're all crazy"

11-05-2008, 02:20 PM	#12
aldukes Mr. Me Too Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 213 Trading: (3)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? Im a very big fan of Liga Privida.

11-05-2008, 02:22 PM	#13
alley00p Adopted MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: HOCKEYTOWN! Posts: 1,770 Trading: (41)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I enjoy the LVH's and the Chateau Reals and I did like the one Liga Privada 9 that I tried. The small Tabak coffee-infused stick is a favorite in the morning while driving to work; Personally, I don't care for any of the ACID line although both of my 20-something sons do. As was mentioned above, the ACIDs are a favorite of college and high school smokers as well as many women. If buying these can help keep a B&M open, then I can live with them. __________________ Alley00p - I may be a FOG, but I'm still trying to dance!! Just don't trip over my cane!

11-05-2008, 02:26 PM	#14
Gargoyle Got Coffee? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Patrick Location: Central MA Posts: 389 Trading: (7)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I'm a big DE fan. The Natural line, LVH Early Years, Chateau Real and Liga Privada No. 9 are part of my "regular" cigar lineup. I enjoy Acids, Java, Tabak and the now defunct Kahlua as "change of pace" smokes. The only ones I didn't like are Ambrosia, Isla del Sol and Sauza.

11-05-2008, 02:28 PM	#15
Prozac_Puros Non-Medicated Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Cary Location: On the back 9 of life Posts: 494 Trading: (13)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? Yes, I have tried a couple..... not a big fan. __________________ Mentally, I've got a full 6-pack, but lack the plastic thingy to hold it together

11-05-2008, 02:56 PM	#18
MithShrike Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? I had an LVH that wasn't totally wretched.

11-05-2008, 02:56 PM	#19
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,276 Trading: (66)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? Chris, the only ones I like are the LVH Cuban Corojo series. A solid inexpensive cigar, imo. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

11-05-2008, 03:17 PM	#20
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 70,561 Trading: (60)	Re: Do You like Drew Estate? LVH Silencios were one of my go-to short smokes when I started this obsession. I am a fan, at least of the "old blend" (haven't had the new one). I have tried a couple Acid cigars in my time smoking, and found them a cross between disgusting in flavor and disgusting in taste. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!