Best BFYB ISOM?

[jcgoldner]

Hey Brothers

What do you think is the best bang for your buck ISOM cigar out there?

Thanks
John

 

[fitzonelove]

For my money, you cannot touch the Mag 46.

 

[Wasch_24]

An equally great value is the Juan Lopez Sel. No. 1...one of my favorites. :thumbsup:

 

[cvm4]

This is really a tough choice and you will get lots of different answers. But, I would also have to go with J.L. Sel. #1 or get the #2 if you prefer a robusto.

 

[tedski]

Well I guess this all depends on what brands you like. But just based on cost, these sure are great values:

ERdM Choix Supreme
Monte #4
Punch RS12
Qd'O Coronas
SLR Regios
SP Non-Plus

 

[Kurtdesign1]

Amount of smoking time + cost per cigar + enjoyment of cigar when smoking + amount of aging required before reaching smokeable level = B.B.F.Y.B.

This then becomes a matter of opinion. Robustos are quick burners when considering the amount of tobacco per cigar. They have an abundance of seco leaves with considerably less oil causing a quicker burn time. PCs generally take a bit less time to smoke (maybe 15 minutes) yet cost 2/3 the price. Generally Corona Gordas are a bit better smoke time and complexity level when compared to Robustos but cost almost the same. So, I would think they are probably the best size for the catergory. Brands that take the least amount of time to come around are Hoyo, JL, possibly SLR and Punch (ONLY when considering one of their CG's; the Black Prince. The others take way too much time). Of those, I would consider these:
Hoyo Epi 1
Juan Lopez Sel 1
San Louis Rey Serie A (Matter of opinion more than the others. I love em young)
Punch Black Prince (haven't had a lot but they seem to be the best young CG from punch)

Now, if you're someone who just wants a decent smoke for CHEAP,
Any Jose Piedra
Bolivar Chicos
Partagas Mille Fleurs
Ramon Allones Bits of Havana

Have fun with it all...

 

[dvickery]

'98 diplomaticos#4...got a few boxes of these last year and i think they are just about the best "after lunch/first cigar of the day" smokes that i have.
76$cuc a box and i am so pleased with what i got.

derrek

 

[cf2112]

Amount of smoking time + cost per cigar + enjoyment of cigar when smoking + amount of aging required before reaching smokeable level = B.B.F.Y.B.

For me the SCdH El Principe a great pc, takes about 45-60 mins to smoke and are good young and great with a couple years.

just my opinion your mileage may vary :smokingbo

 

[cvm4]

Actually, it's a minuto. Not quite the size of a PC and a little bit longer then a TPC.

 

[cf2112]

Actually, it's a minuto. Not quite the size of a PC and a little bit longer then a TPC.

True, lasts longer than any TPC,PC and most Robustos though

 

[Hot_Sauce]

As mentioned I think the age factor has alot to do with the decision. So..

Young I'd go with:

Boli CJ's
Party SD4's
Mag 46's as Fitsonelove mentioned :applause:
Boli CE's

For aged cigars: I think the 02 Party Coronas are a bargain right now :thumbsup:

Also 3+ year old SP Beli's are a nice smoke for the money and are not to hard to find either.

 

[vewyphishy]

For me the SCdH El Principe a great pc, takes about 45-60 mins to smoke and are good young and great with a couple years.

just my opinion your mileage may vary :smokingbo

Mercy, I smoke slow... but this is really pushing it.

BFYB for me comes down to cabs... and specically, PC or Corona size.

 

[Black Dog]

I've been enjoying the QdO Coronas lately. In fact, I'm having one with my coffee right now. I've gone through half a box of them and think I'll get another.

 

[Wasch_24]

You better get 'em while they are on sale Brian.

Lemme know if you want some help too. :wink:

 

[Black Dog]

Yeah, I saw that. I shouldn't be spending the money right now, but damn it's hard to pass up a good deal. The eternal struggle! :seesaw:

 

[The Master]

When on sale, corona gordas for 6 bucks or less in my opinion represents the best bang for the buck.

 

[smokem94]

This is really a tough choice and you will get lots of different answers. But, I would also have to go with J.L. Sel. #1 or get the #2 if you prefer a robusto.

I will second that and throw in the ERDM Choix Supreme also. :stretchgr