sportsmedjosh
CRA Member: 211528
Hi everyone, I'm pretty new to this and these are the cigars I've found and enjoy. I'm curious where I am in terms of premium cigars and if I'm even at that point yet. Here is what I have, please let me know.
Where am I at cigar wise
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njstone
BoM January 2010
These are all premium handmade sticks, which is good. "Smoke what you like, like what you smoke." If you want suggestions of what to try, then there are others much more experienced than I who might be able to help you out with specific sticks that have similar flavor profiles to the ones that you currently enjoy.
My only concern for you based on this picture is your storage situation...are you storing your cigars in a regular cigar box with a humipack? I can pretty much guarantee you that won't be sufficient to keep your sticks nice unless you smoke then within 2 weeks or so.
I'd suggest at least sticking this box into a large tupperware with the lid closed tight--that will help you maintain the humidity better. If you have storage questions, this board is the place to be. They helped me get a great set-up.
Welcome!
My only concern for you based on this picture is your storage situation...are you storing your cigars in a regular cigar box with a humipack? I can pretty much guarantee you that won't be sufficient to keep your sticks nice unless you smoke then within 2 weeks or so.
I'd suggest at least sticking this box into a large tupperware with the lid closed tight--that will help you maintain the humidity better. If you have storage questions, this board is the place to be. They helped me get a great set-up.
Welcome!
Enjoying cigars is not about getting to some specific point, or learning to like the cigars that other aficionados like. Smoke what you enjoy! The cigars you have are a great start. Try to figure out what flavors you like the most, and then branch out a bit. The reviews here are a good starting point. If you list some of the cigars you particularly enjoy (and why you like them), I'm sure the BOTL here will come up with some suggestions of other sticks you might like.
sportsmedjosh
CRA Member: 211528
I'm actually using one of those arto fuente humdipaks those big ziplock bag that you put the cigars in. I want to start making one of those tupperware humidors but haven't been able to come across a good write up.
everyone is different. when you get "the feeling" ... the feeling where you feel you just smoked the best cigar in the world. you're there, until then have fun with all the wrong smokes!
happy smokin! :stretchgr
happy smokin! :stretchgr
Cigars are like opinions. There are many level sof cigars, Some are agreat, some are ok, some suck. The adventure is finding those you like and smoke them. !
njstone
BoM January 2010
Okay, here are a link to get you started:
http://www.botl.org/community/forums/showthread.php?t=21821
Basically all you need is:
1) A tupperware (personally, I'd suggest one large enough to store s a few cigar BOXES in--I keep all my cigars in cedar cigar boxes in a tupperware, though others just put them in without boxes).
2) A humidification system (try Heartfelt beads, do a search here they're one of our sponsors. They have small tubes with beads that are pretty cheap and will take care of 200 sticks or so.)
3) A digital hygrometer to keep tabs on things until you get it regulated to your liking
4) Cigars!
Check out those links, then feel free to ask any questions you have. I and others will be happy to assist. I just set up my first on in July (2nd in August, 3rd in September...oh boy...).
First bit of advice: buy a BIG bin! :smokingbo
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Volusianator
BoM Nov '07 & Jan '09
Buy a large enough Tupperware container to hold your cigars. Insert a Boveda pack and your cigars and close the lid tight, keep out of direct light. Done.
Thats the best write up I've seen.
It really is that simple, sportsmedjosh. But I'd really start thinking about a coolordor, instead of tupperware. You're going to fill up tupperware super quick.
njstone
BoM January 2010
I'd wager you're drunk, my friend.
CWS
<b>Lead Moderator</b>
Dude,
Many good comments here. Sealing in tupperware is a great idea.
No offense but your sticks look beat. Wrapper can be very fragile and if you move them around a lot they can nick and tear causing burn problems. Treat your cigars like you would treat fresh eggs. Watch your humidity and temp. Buy a small hygrometer from one of our sponsers to this.
Many good comments here. Sealing in tupperware is a great idea.
No offense but your sticks look beat. Wrapper can be very fragile and if you move them around a lot they can nick and tear causing burn problems. Treat your cigars like you would treat fresh eggs. Watch your humidity and temp. Buy a small hygrometer from one of our sponsers to this.
tubaman
3 Time BoM
I agree with Chuck, some of those cigars look beat up. As he said, treat them like eggs, and try not to handle them too much. The less you move them around, the less likely any damage will occur. And Wade is dead on, buy a tupperware container, add a boveda, hygrometer and cigars and you're done.
sportsmedjosh
CRA Member: 211528
Some of those cigars are beat up and thats how I got those ones for free. One of my buddies is a rep for that company and had to take them back and issue them credit. I figured it was a nice gesture and a in between smoke.
The ones that I purchased are the ones with the white bands, the one in the wooden box.
Ok go to Walmart. Buy a well sealing tupperware.... Go to Heartfelt and get some beads.... and get in on the action. Repeat often as needed... and believe me if you stick around here you will need it. I went from 2 table tops to a vino temp that I have Packed way too tight
Another piece of advice for what its worth. It looks like you have loose tobacco packed in with your sticks. I would highly recommend getting rid of the loose stuff as it is nothing but a breeding ground and attraction for beetles.
Also, the more cigars you try, the more developed your palate (sp) becomes and the better you will know what cigars you really enjoy. When i first started smoking i made it a point to try as many different sticks as possible and as a result was very confident in making purchases and knowing what new cigars i would be most likely to enjoy (although I like to try them all as well).
Also, the more cigars you try, the more developed your palate (sp) becomes and the better you will know what cigars you really enjoy. When i first started smoking i made it a point to try as many different sticks as possible and as a result was very confident in making purchases and knowing what new cigars i would be most likely to enjoy (although I like to try them all as well).
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Sportsmedjosh, My only advice to you is this, listen to what others say, everyone has opinions on the subject of cigars, some of which you will agree with and some you won't. When you first start getting into cigars there is a lot of trial and error and that is half the fun of it, but fellow cigar smokers are always there to help you out with some advice. If you do decide that your in it for the long haul then I do advise you to invest in a good humidor. Storage is key, and you will find that storing your smokes in a humidor and aging them will change a cigar and you might find that you like that better. That is the only down side of the tupperdore. Either way, enjoy discovering what you dislike, what you like, and what you love.
sportsmedjosh
CRA Member: 211528
So a tupperdor and a humidor care for cigars differently. I'm actually looking for a nice humidor right now. But recently I had to pour a bunch of money in repair my bmw. So the couple hundred I had got funneled elsewhere.
yes and no. A tupperdore will get the job done. It will keep your smokes at 70/70 just as a humi. The only real difference is that the tupperdore lacks the Spanish Cedar lining on the inside. The Spanish Cedar plays a part in absorbing the flavors of the cigars you have stored. This all ties together and helps in the aging process of cigars. When you age cigars, a full bodied smoke could mellow out some and a cigar that you didn't really care for you may suddenly like. This is just something to think about. I enjoy aging cigars, I will normally buy a few at a time(especially if they are hard to find), and smoke one initially, place the rest in the humi for a while and take one out a few months/years down the road and see what I come up with. It's all part of the fun with cigars!
sportsmedjosh
CRA Member: 211528
I like that train of through.