Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best?

RRocket · 02-24-2011, 06:19 PM

Recently, I've started to enjoy (a lot, actually) Connecticut cigars. Don't get me wrong...I still reach for a robust Maduro after a rich meal, or with a cup of strong coffee. And when I want something to knock my socks off, I'll reach for a Cuban. But recently, I find myself really enjoying some Connecticut wrapper cigars.

I've recently sampled a couple, and rather enjoy the Oliva Connecticut Reserve.

What are some of your favorites, or what you believe to be the best in this genre? I'm looking for some more to try, and would appreciate any suggestions or mini reviews.

BTcigars · 02-24-2011, 07:39 PM

I know what you mean about enjoying Connecticuts again. I really like the Oliva but it is a classic Connecticut because at the end it becomes way to bitter. I found the Arganese Connecticut to be a great cigar. The blend is flavorful and satisfying and it is very much a nubable cigar.

RRocket · 02-24-2011, 07:46 PM

^^Hmmm. I haven't found the taste to become bitter, and I've smoked them right down to a nub.

G G · 02-24-2011, 07:51 PM

I just can't get into connies. don't have enough oomph for me. I have also smoked some CCs and don't get any strength out of them either.

RevSmoke · 02-24-2011, 08:34 PM

I also like the Oliva Conn., the RP Connies are not bad either. The Cabaiguan is also a Connecticut wrapped vitola and is marvelous.

neoflex · 02-24-2011, 08:40 PM

Best Connie I have had to date has to be the San Lotano Connecticut but than again this is not your Grandfathers Connecticut. They are spice bombs and a full bodied smoke through and through. If your looking for the typical mild Connie I would have to say the Perdomo Champagne and Casa Toranos are the best IMHO.

RRocket · 02-24-2011, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ggainey

I just can't get into connies. don't have enough oomph for me. I have also smoked some CCs and don't get any strength out of them either.

Must be smoking the wrong ones.....

quantim0 · 02-24-2011, 09:31 PM

Ashton Cabinet belicoso and Ashton classic are two of favorites. The Berger and Argenti mooch is also a good smoke that isn't $8-10 like the other 2

enlightenedcigar · 02-24-2011, 09:41 PM

CAO Gold Vintage, Ashton Classic, 601 Connecticut(for a different conn profile)

pinotguy · 02-24-2011, 09:45 PM

+1 on Cabaiguan. I also enjoy the OR Tabacos Baez and the Old Henry Golds.

I see that Ernesto Carrillo has a new line out that uses CT. (Might have to look into these.)

RRocket · 02-24-2011, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by quantim0

Ashton Cabinet belicoso and Ashton classic are two of favorites. The Berger and Argenti mooch is also a good smoke that isn't $8-10 like the other 2

Ah yes, I've had the 8-9-8. Would love to try the Cabinet Belicoso!

02-24-2011, 11:10 PM

Montecristo White, Ashton Classic, 5 Vegas Gold, and RyJ Reserva Real are some of my favorites. Davidoffs are also good but pricey.

lbowles2 · 02-25-2011, 06:17 AM

+1 for the Perdomo Champaigne. I also really like the Oliva and Camacho connecticuts.

68TriShield · 02-25-2011, 06:27 AM

Georges Reserve from Famous
RP ITC 10th Anniversary
601 Connecticut

None of these are what I would describe as mild cigars.

JJG · 02-25-2011, 06:37 AM

I think my favorite is the 601 black line, but AVO XOs are also really good, just a tad more mild than the 601s.

02-25-2011, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ggainey

I just can't get into connies. don't have enough oomph for me. I have also smoked some CCs and don't get any strength out of them either.

I definitely lean towards the dark side, but I really enjoy a nice CC pepper stick occasionally when I find them over here in Japan, or on deployment in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong etc.

RevSmoke · 02-25-2011, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJG

I think my favorite is the 601 black line, but AVO XOs are also really good, just a tad more mild than the 601s.

AVO XOs are a great smoke. Yes they are fairly mild, but mild with excellent flavors - to be sipped contemplatively and enjoyed.

02-25-2011, 07:02 AM

RP Edge Lite are not mild.
RP American Market Select is a great conn.

scoot · 02-25-2011, 07:04 AM

The 601 black is the best connecticut cigar I've smoked. Get some while their still around. The Olivas are good. Cabaiguans are also quite good.
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OHRD · 02-25-2011, 07:27 AM

I smoke Connecticuts probably 75% of the time (or more). Here are my favorites:

- Nub Connecticut
- Oliva Connecticut Reserve
- Camacho Connecticut
- Angelenos
- Davidoff Thousand Series
- Tesa Cigar Company
- CAO Gold and Gold Vintage
- 5 Vegas Gold
- Cabaiguan
- Torano Casa Torano
- Cigar.com Purple Label
- Berger & Argenti MOOCH

02-24-2011, 06:19 PM	#1
RRocket Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 153 Trading: (10)	Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? Recently, I've started to enjoy (a lot, actually) Connecticut cigars. Don't get me wrong...I still reach for a robust Maduro after a rich meal, or with a cup of strong coffee. And when I want something to knock my socks off, I'll reach for a Cuban. But recently, I find myself really enjoying some Connecticut wrapper cigars. I've recently sampled a couple, and rather enjoy the Oliva Connecticut Reserve. What are some of your favorites, or what you believe to be the best in this genre? I'm looking for some more to try, and would appreciate any suggestions or mini reviews.

02-24-2011, 07:39 PM	#2
BTcigars Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sacramento CA Posts: 486 Trading: (1)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? I know what you mean about enjoying Connecticuts again. I really like the Oliva but it is a classic Connecticut because at the end it becomes way to bitter. I found the Arganese Connecticut to be a great cigar. The blend is flavorful and satisfying and it is very much a nubable cigar. __________________ Be sure to chek out my blog.

02-24-2011, 07:46 PM	#3
RRocket Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 153 Trading: (10)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? ^^Hmmm. I haven't found the taste to become bitter, and I've smoked them right down to a nub.

02-24-2011, 07:51 PM	#4
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,701 Trading: (10)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? I just can't get into connies. don't have enough oomph for me. I have also smoked some CCs and don't get any strength out of them either.

02-24-2011, 08:34 PM	#5
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,806 Trading: (51)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? I also like the Oliva Conn., the RP Connies are not bad either. The Cabaiguan is also a Connecticut wrapped vitola and is marvelous. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

02-24-2011, 08:40 PM	#6
neoflex I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: John Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 2,765 Trading: (32)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? Best Connie I have had to date has to be the San Lotano Connecticut but than again this is not your Grandfathers Connecticut. They are spice bombs and a full bodied smoke through and through. If your looking for the typical mild Connie I would have to say the Perdomo Champagne and Casa Toranos are the best IMHO. __________________

02-24-2011, 09:31 PM	#8
quantim0 Feeling at Home Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Andrew Location: Palm Bay, Fl Posts: 528 Trading: (20)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? Ashton Cabinet belicoso and Ashton classic are two of favorites. The Berger and Argenti mooch is also a good smoke that isn't $8-10 like the other 2 __________________ All animals are equal, but some are more equal then others. -George Orwell

02-24-2011, 09:41 PM	#9
enlightenedcigar Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Billy Location: Seabrook, TX Posts: 123 Trading: (2)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? CAO Gold Vintage, Ashton Classic, 601 Connecticut(for a different conn profile) __________________ Wreck'em Tech and go Broncos!!!!

02-24-2011, 09:45 PM	#10
pinotguy Still Watching My Back Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 200 Trading: (13)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? +1 on Cabaiguan. I also enjoy the OR Tabacos Baez and the Old Henry Golds. I see that Ernesto Carrillo has a new line out that uses CT. (Might have to look into these.)

02-24-2011, 11:10 PM	#12
GHC_Hambone Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? Montecristo White, Ashton Classic, 5 Vegas Gold, and RyJ Reserva Real are some of my favorites. Davidoffs are also good but pricey.

02-25-2011, 06:17 AM	#13
lbowles2 Luv me some broadleaf!! Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Topeka KS Posts: 887 Trading: (84)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? +1 for the Perdomo Champaigne. I also really like the Oliva and Camacho connecticuts. __________________ Larry

02-25-2011, 06:27 AM	#14
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,184 Trading: (40)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? Georges Reserve from Famous RP ITC 10th Anniversary 601 Connecticut None of these are what I would describe as mild cigars.

02-25-2011, 06:37 AM	#15
JJG Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Houston Posts: 1,260 Trading: (4)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? I think my favorite is the 601 black line, but AVO XOs are also really good, just a tad more mild than the 601s.

02-25-2011, 07:02 AM	#18
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? RP Edge Lite are not mild. RP American Market Select is a great conn.

02-25-2011, 07:04 AM	#19
scoot Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pat Location: Philadelphia Posts: 142 Trading: (0)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? The 601 black is the best connecticut cigar I've smoked. Get some while their still around. The Olivas are good. Cabaiguans are also quite good. Posted via Mobile Device

02-25-2011, 07:27 AM	#20
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Re: Connecticut Fans! What are your favorites/best? I smoke Connecticuts probably 75% of the time (or more). Here are my favorites: - Nub Connecticut - Oliva Connecticut Reserve - Camacho Connecticut - Angelenos - Davidoff Thousand Series - Tesa Cigar Company - CAO Gold and Gold Vintage - 5 Vegas Gold - Cabaiguan - Torano Casa Torano - Cigar.com Purple Label - Berger & Argenti MOOCH __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.

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