The PH Cigar Thread

[paulguitar]

Lemanandbeyond said:

Is there a a sort of guide to which cut suits a particular size or is it just preference?

This is a good explanation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqRVlFQqa3k

[craigjm]

Lemanandbeyond said:

craigjm said:

Try a punch cut too. I think all smokers should have the three cutters for variety

Is there a a sort of guide to which cut suits a particular size or is it just preference?

Not really. It’s obvious when a cigar is too small for a V cut and I personally wouldn’t V cut a torpedo. Personal preference really.

[Lemanandbeyond]

Thanks gents appreciate it.

Thanks for the link Paul I will take a look.

Edited to say - This forum needs a thanks button !

[number2]

Very much enjoying a Gloria Cubana on this fine morning.

Smooth, creamy, deliciousness

[HannsG]

I was in New York and sampled some very sweet cigars courtesy of ACID (When i say sweet i actually mean sugary).

Acquired taste, but relatively smooth and not too harsh. At times the taste was over powering.

Anyone recommend a decent supplier online as i am now back in the UK?

Dont want to be stung with excise duty

Edited by HannsG on Thursday 14th November 10:45

[anonymous-user]

A quick google will bring up one in Oz and one in Switerland (from memory.... I think...).

No garantee that they will arrive without duty demands but they are very well priced. Cheaper in fact than some middle east dutyfree cigar shops which is saying something.

I personally like the Oz site due to the smokes being picked and graded but you've got to be awake at the right time to get your order in before they are all gone.

[Jim the Sunderer]

Can anybody recommend a cigar shop in Glasgow?

I need some for posing at a wedding.

[paulguitar]

Jim the Sunderer said:

Can anybody recommend a cigar shop in Glasgow?

Yes, Robert Graham.


Tonight, for the second night in a row, I am having a Partagas E2. Superb cigar:

[PArbor1]

I’m going into London and am planning to visit Davidoff, what cigars would you recommend to someone relatively new to smoking?

[whoami]

PArbor1 said:

I’m going into London and am planning to visit Davidoff, what cigars would you recommend to someone relatively new to smoking?

Davidoff Grand Cru No. 3

Mild/medium with plenty of flavour.

[craigjm]

PArbor1 said:

I’m going into London and am planning to visit Davidoff, what cigars would you recommend to someone relatively new to smoking?

I suggest you walk right on past and go to JJ Fox round the corner

[RichUK]

craigjm said:

PArbor1 said:

I’m going into London and am planning to visit Davidoff, what cigars would you recommend to someone relatively new to smoking?

I suggest you walk right on past and go to JJ Fox round the corner

You should definitely do this. A much better place to visit.

[PArbor1]

Thanks, I’ll try J. J. Fox and let you know what I bought.

[Goaty Bill 2]

PArbor1 said:

Thanks, I’ll try J. J. Fox and let you know what I bought.

I'll third Fox's.
I wouldn't say to avoid Davidoff, or Dunhill (1A St. James) either , but you mustn't miss out JJ Fox.
Of course everyone has their preferences otherwise the other two wouldn't still be in business.

Enjoy the experience.

[craigjm]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

PArbor1 said:

Thanks, I’ll try J. J. Fox and let you know what I bought.

I'll third Fox's.
I wouldn't say to avoid Davidoff, or Dunhill (1A St. James) either , but you mustn't miss out JJ Fox.
Of course everyone has their preferences otherwise the other two wouldn't still be in business.

Enjoy the experience.

Absolutely. Go into them all but if you only have time for one the foxes it is

[jinkster]

Fox’s is brilliant. Buy a cigar from the room and go smoke it (sample) upstairs. It’s like having your own private little club for the cost of a cigar in a superb location. Living up North I just wish it was more convenient.

[craigjm]

jinkster said:

Fox’s is brilliant. Buy a cigar from the room and go smoke it (sample) upstairs. It’s like having your own private little club for the cost of a cigar in a superb location. Living up North I just wish it was more convenient.

I’m sure your wallet doesn’t

[jinkster]

craigjm said:

jinkster said:

Fox’s is brilliant. Buy a cigar from the room and go smoke it (sample) upstairs. It’s like having your own private little club for the cost of a cigar in a superb location. Living up North I just wish it was more convenient.

I’m sure your wallet doesn’t

That is very true however hopping on the train or driving to London and parking makes it more expensive - thats my excuse!

[Fleckers]

Went to a smoking party a few months back

Amazed to see some very good looking ladies smoking with their men folk

[Mastodon2]

jinkster said:

Fox’s is brilliant. Buy a cigar from the room and go smoke it (sample) upstairs. It’s like having your own private little club for the cost of a cigar in a superb location. Living up North I just wish it was more convenient.

There is at least one particularly nice cigar sampling lounge in the North of England, but looking at your profile it looks like you're geographically closer to the middle of the country so it wouldn't be a particularly convenient haunt for you either.

I haven't had many cigars this year, I need to get a few decent smokes in next year. I hear CAO's 2012 Throwback special edition is supposed to be particularly good. I'll have to get my hands on one.