The PH Cigar Thread

[Goaty Bill 2]

It's been a bit quiet in here...

From Malta
Prices have gone crazy, as others have commented.

10 Partagas Mille Fleurs - 5" x 42 gauge
10 Oliva Serie O Robusto - 5" x 50 gauge
10 Oliva Serie O Double Toro - 6" x 60 gauge

Total just over £200.00
There was some miscommunication with my 'agent', as clearly, for these prices, I should have got another 20 cigars to take advantage of the duty free limit of 50.

Edited by Goaty Bill 2 on Friday 16th September 12:28

[Goaty Bill 2]

JJ Fox is having an event on the 26th
Tickets purchased.

https://www.jjfox.co.uk/event-tickets.html

[Goaty Bill 2]

And, if for some reason you don't like Mondays,
the next event after the 26th is on 6th October.

https://www.jjfox.co.uk/event-tickets.html

[Goaty Bill 2]

Nick Perdomo Jr at JJ Fox Monday

Dignitaries present included Nick Perdomo himself (with his wife) and the Nicaraguan Ambassadress to Britain whom I have met at previous events featuring Nicaraguan cigars.

The Perdomo Reserve 10th Anniversary Maduro Super Toro


Length: 6"
Gauge: 60

A good sized cigar with a good, even burn, easy draw and, for a new world cigar, a considerable amount of character.
For under £25 it's a pretty good cigar for the money, especially if you enjoy new world cigars.


Paired with Glenfarclas 12yo, 15yo and the 105 (60%) Cask Strength
The most dangerous of which would, perhaps surprisingly, be the 12 year old, very easy drinking.

ETA

Edited by Goaty Bill 2 on Thursday 29th September 12:01

[paulguitar]

Just restocked the humidor.

[number2]

paulguitar said:

Just restocked the humidor.

Very nice Paul.

Keep it safe, there's probably the cost of a small car in there .

[paulguitar]

number2 said:

paulguitar said:

Just restocked the humidor.

Very nice Paul.

Keep it safe, there's probably the cost of a small car in there .

Haha, I know.

I was actually really lucky, a friend was in Portugal and the humidor at the airport was well-stocked. I did a Facetime video call with him and had him pick up 25 for me. There seems to be a significant worldwide shortage, so I was surprised, and very pleased...

[Goaty Bill 2]

Another JJ Fox event (on the 6th as above)

The Monticristo No. 1


Length: 6 1/2"
Guage: 42

More or less (more actually) a No. 4 with some extra length for a few 'pennies' more.
First time I have smoked one of these. Followed with a No. 4 to stretch to the end of the event.


Paired with Eminente Cuban rum.

Very different from any rum I have tried before, as best as my memory serves.
Extraordinarily light, tasty, yet lacking the fire of most rums.



There were also some very nice watches from Cuervo y Sobrinos being displayed (new to Fox's shop).
Cuban brand, Swiss made. Quick release strap for those that are interested in that sort of thing.


Enjoyable evening as always.

[paulguitar]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

Another JJ Fox event (on the 6th as above)

The Monticristo No. 1


Length: 6 1/2"
Guage: 42

More or less (more actually) a No. 4 with some extra length for a few 'pennies' more.
First time I have smoked one of these. Followed with a No. 4 to stretch to the end of the event.


Paired with Eminente Cuban rum.

Very different from any rum I have tried before, as best as my memory serves.
Extraordinarily light, tasty, yet lacking the fire of most rums.



There were also some very nice watches from Cuervo y Sobrinos being displayed (new to Fox's shop).
Cuban brand, Swiss made. Quick release strap for those that are interested in that sort of thing.


Enjoyable evening as always.

Looks great.

Any plans to attend the Cohiba Talisman evening on the 13th, GB?

[Goaty Bill 2]

paulguitar said:

Looks great.

Any plans to attend the Cohiba Talisman evening on the 13th, GB?

£325.00 for a cigar and dinner? And the cigar comes first.
Not having a go at Fox's, but despite the experts on hand to talk cigars, cognac and food, it isn't my personal idea of value for money.
In any case, that one has now sold out too.

There will be one or two of their more 'normal' events come November that I will be booking.

[paulguitar]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

paulguitar said:

Looks great.

Any plans to attend the Cohiba Talisman evening on the 13th, GB?

£325.00 for a cigar and dinner? And the cigar comes first.
Not having a go at Fox's, but despite the experts on hand to talk cigars, cognac and food, it isn't my personal idea of value for money.
In any case, that one has now sold out too.

There will be one or two of their more 'normal' events come November that I will be booking.

Yeah, I thought it looked rather pricey. Bet that will be a good dinner though.

[Goaty Bill 2]

paulguitar said:

Goaty Bill 2 said:

paulguitar said:

Looks great.

Any plans to attend the Cohiba Talisman evening on the 13th, GB?

£325.00 for a cigar and dinner? And the cigar comes first.
Not having a go at Fox's, but despite the experts on hand to talk cigars, cognac and food, it isn't my personal idea of value for money.
In any case, that one has now sold out too.

There will be one or two of their more 'normal' events come November that I will be booking.

Yeah, I thought it looked rather pricey. Bet that will be a good dinner though.

It would probably look a lot more reasonable to someone who would normally spend £180.00+ on a single cigar.
Sadly, I am not one of those people.

[craigjm]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

It would probably look a lot more reasonable to someone who would normally spend £180.00+ on a single cigar.
Sadly, I am not one of those people.

Tight man

[Stryke]

Can anyone recommend a good, cost effective full electronic humidor (with heat and cooling function)?

Thanks.

[Goaty Bill 2]

craigjm said:

Goaty Bill 2 said:

It would probably look a lot more reasonable to someone who would normally spend £180.00+ on a single cigar.
Sadly, I am not one of those people.

Tight man

You will be attending the event tonight then will you

[craigjm]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

craigjm said:

Goaty Bill 2 said:

It would probably look a lot more reasonable to someone who would normally spend £180.00+ on a single cigar.
Sadly, I am not one of those people.

Tight man

You will be attending the event tonight then will you

No because you said it was too expensive to join me

[Goaty Bill 2]

craigjm said:

No because you said it was too expensive to join me

That isn't quite how the conversation went

[craigjm]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

craigjm said:

No because you said it was too expensive to join me

That isn't quite how the conversation went

No I can’t say how it went or I would get banned saying what you offered me to buy you a ticket

[Goaty Bill 2]

craigjm said:

...or I would get banned...

Wouldn't be the first time

Fox's Cigar event
17th Nov.
Drew Estate Liga Privada No.9 Belicoso + Flor de Cana rum.
JJ Fox Cigar event

[Mr Trophy]

Hi

I am catching up with family at Christmas and my uncle loves cigars. I am looking for some recommendations - if anyone can share?

I’ve smoked a few Cohiba - I’d like something pretty special , so any help would be appreciated.