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Hoyo #2 or Rass
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Hoyo Epi 2 by a mile for me
neither...i know that doesnt help 
ChefBoyRG54
BoM Sept '14 & BoY 2014
Stuck on robusto? Better options out there imo in those box price ranges
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I seem to taste a cigar best in that size, oh and 2 kids and working 60hrs a week about all I have time for
$7.50 a stick seems reasonable?
ChefBoyRG54
BoM Sept '14 & BoY 2014
That's fair, I was just going to say I prefer the epi1 over epi2 in that case which is a CG.I seem to taste a cigar best in that size, oh and 2 kids and working 60hrs a week about all I have time for
In the robo in same price range I prefer the boli RC to those others or the h upmann Connie 1 but it's all personal preference
AlohaStyle
BoM Sept '12 & Aug '13
I personally would take RASS over Hoyo any day, but it's all about preference. I wouldn't ever say RASS is consistent as you can get some dark wrappers, lighter wrappers etc all affecting the taste. If you like a more full-bodied cigar go with the RASS. The Hoyo is a lighter and more subtle/complex cigar. To me, Hoyo's have cedar in their profile that makes it a little too boring for my preference. I don't mind cedar, but Hoyo is just lacking something for me.
I agree with Chef above, for Robo's I like Upmann Conny #1's for sure. Bolivar RC's are good too but definitely different than the other cigars listed.
I agree with Chef above, for Robo's I like Upmann Conny #1's for sure. Bolivar RC's are good too but definitely different than the other cigars listed.
ChefBoyRG54
BoM Sept '14 & BoY 2014
Fun place to be!
If those are your choice, I'd go with the Hoyo's. I am not a fan of the RASS. I tried real hard, and they just never wowed me...
A robusto that wowed me, would be the H Upmann Connoisseur 1, or the Bolivar RC if to want something more bold and in your face. To me, the Bolivar (fresh) has some more cedar on the front end, reminds me of a Partagas. The H Upmann box that I'm smoking right now is from 2011, and it is real smooth. Smoking great right now... Ymmv...
A robusto that wowed me, would be the H Upmann Connoisseur 1, or the Bolivar RC if to want something more bold and in your face. To me, the Bolivar (fresh) has some more cedar on the front end, reminds me of a Partagas. The H Upmann box that I'm smoking right now is from 2011, and it is real smooth. Smoking great right now... Ymmv...
icehog3
Outlaw Hockey Biker
Agree with Ryan and a couple others for the RASS over the Hoyo, just never been wowed by the Epi 2 or Epi 1. Also agree with both of them that Upmann Connie 1s and Bolivar RCs are better choices.
I'm also new to CCs. Only had one RASS which I really enjoyed and likely will get a box at some point. Never tried HDM, actually waiting on my first HDM order (the Le Hoyo De San Juan)...heard good things, can't wait to try!
BUT with my limited knowledge I wanted to say I couldn't agree more with the aforementioned rec's: Boli RCs or the Connie #1s. Got boxes of both and couldn't be happier! They're different so hard to say which is better, as others have said its a matter of preference. Also if your looking for a quick, flavorful, budget friendly smoke I would highly recommend the HUHC's....at around $100 a box they're hard to beat! Not to mention delicious!! Good luck!
BUT with my limited knowledge I wanted to say I couldn't agree more with the aforementioned rec's: Boli RCs or the Connie #1s. Got boxes of both and couldn't be happier! They're different so hard to say which is better, as others have said its a matter of preference. Also if your looking for a quick, flavorful, budget friendly smoke I would highly recommend the HUHC's....at around $100 a box they're hard to beat! Not to mention delicious!! Good luck!
Mr. McSquirelly
Joe Bananas
CH JH! Lol. Seriously, RASS would be my choice. A lot of Habanophiles are raving about this last year's harvest, saying RASS have never tasted better. If you could get your hands on FEB 14, MAR 14, or ABR 14, go with RASS. HDM 2s are damn fine cigars too, but RASS from those dates are great right now.
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How about Aug 14 for RASS?
Mr. McSquirelly
Joe Bananas
Go for it, IMHO. A lot of Habanos guys are raving about RASS with 14 box dates. But let others chime in on this thread before you pull the trigger. But my vote would be 'yes' on RASS with 14 box dates.
I've got a box of RASS from August 14 and I've smoked one out of it. It was the youngest and harshest cuban I've ever smoked. I won't be revisiting for a while.