Hey everyone. My brothers friend told me a site to order from, don't know if it is trusted or not but I'm gonna risk it. Anyway I was wondering if anyone can give me some advice on what cc's I should try based on what nc's I like. I'm looking for something med or full flavor with some spice and chocolate/coffee notes. My favorites nc's are Padron's. I smoke 2000's, 26's and FR on occasion. Was thinking about trying out the highly regarded Monte #2 or #4. Please let me know if you think I would enjoy these or not, or recommend another brand. Thanks everyone!
Advice on my first CC to try
- Thread starter bmd1191
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Monte's are a good jumping off point. Really, just try as many as possible (just like you did with NC's). Sample, sample, sample, and enjoy 
Partagas Serie D No. 4 are a nice choice as well.
javajunkie
BoM July '12
they are VERY different, but a worthy journey unto themselves. starting from a big flavor brand like pardon, i would suggest bolivar, ramon allones, maybe partagas (especially the D4), and a couple few H.Uppman to start. most regular production stuff is pretty damn solid right now, so it is a GREAT time to start that journey. good luck!
Does any of the sites offer CC samplers? I have yet to see any, just full boxes. I don't want to order a box of something and then not like it. Right now I've only had one CC that I got in a box pass.Monte's are a good jumping off point. Really, just try as many as possible (just like you did with NC's). Sample, sample, sample, and enjoy
Some vendors offer samplers from time to time. Also, some vendors sell in 3 packs. So you buy a couple 3 packs and sort of build your own sampler.
SurpriseMVP
Mike
This hits the nail on the head. Bolivar would be my first buy. Hard to appreciate a Cohiba as a first cc. Also would steer clear of Monte. They are way to inconsistent and you don't want to be disappointed with your first box of duds
Bolivar petit corona. Awesome cigars at any point, but a good place to start and won't break the bank. You'll work up to that... Lol
SurpriseMVP
Mike
Bcj is a lot tastier. Can't go wrong with bbf or royal corona either
SCDLH el principe. That was my first full cc box purchase. Won't break the bank and one hell of a cigar, Monte 4 is a great choice too. The trini Reyes is my least favorite of what I have had which is very limited. The psd4 and Monte 2 are really good too. I am new to the cc side but I'm enjoying the journey so far.
I truly believe the gateway cuban is the bolivar marca. My first box purchase was a 10 count royal coronas. the rest was history