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Anyone ever tried either? I've read a lot on the forum about the Monte #4 but haven't heard much from you guys on the Maduro #5 Genios.



I'm letting them sit in the humi for a week or two as it took them almost 2 weeks to get here.
 

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Yummy and yummy. You will enjoy them.

And if not I will take them off your hands.
 

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Great pick up Joe.
Haven't had either but I hope you enjoy them all!
I plan on having my first cc after the big meal Thursday.
 

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So how long should I let these rest before I try one? They were shipped vacuum sealed but no humi-packs or anything. They were in transit for probably about 2.5 weeks.
 
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That's a pretty nice way to pop your CC cherry!!!

Haven't had a chance to try the Cohiba Maddy yet...

Might be time to make a long distance phone call to Switzerland.:eyebrow:
 

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So how long should I let these rest before I try one? They were shipped vacuum sealed but no humi-packs or anything. They were in transit for probably about 2.5 weeks.
I have a big humidity problem here, and I will let my sticks sit for atleast two, but as long as your humidor has regained stability you shuld be fine, and the smokes should be ok to light up. You are the only one who will know for sure because only you know how your smokes burn in your climate.

Hope this helps.
 

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I've heard those maddys went from suckage to holy shit mang in less then 1 year. Why did I gift so many? Why!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 

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I don't know if they they still are but the Genios were released way too young. at least my OR box was. With a couple of years on them they are much better
This was the consensus from many myself included. I remember when I had my first I kept thinking WTF? I actually never went back. I guess I should try them again.

I would definetley agree with let them sit a while especially the Cohibas. That said recent production stuff all seems to be way more approachable young. The recent Partagas serie P's I got were lights out right off the bat and they are 09. So the Cohibas may be much improved also.
 

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So how long should I let these rest before I try one? They were shipped vacuum sealed but no humi-packs or anything. They were in transit for probably about 2.5 weeks.
Joe, try one now and see what you think, although they may be a little "wet". Generally speaking, most like to let CCs "rest" for 30 days in the humidor. In my experience they smoke much better after rest, especially after lengthy travels. Air travel and pressure changes, climate differences and handling can all have some influence. The fact that they were vacuum packed means they probably retain their origination humidity. I suspect the RH is pretty low where you are so make sure and get something to keep them ~65 RH.
 
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