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What would be a good beginners cigar?

I used to smoke my grandfathers cigars when I could sneak them :) and I remember I loved the aroma.

I don't want to spend too much just yet but, I would like to find a decent priced cigar to enjoy and begin to learn.

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The Oliva Serie G comes to mind. They come in Camaroon and maduro wrappers. I'm partial to the Maduro belicosos.
 
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Also, do you find it better to buy online or locally? If online, could you suggest a good resource?

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Thanks for the responses. Could you suggest a reliable sorce to purchase them from?

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A good beginner cigar that is resonabley priced is the Tabacos Baez Serie SF it is about a $3-4 cigar. Also another which was my first cigar and is my favorite is the CAO La Traviata which is around a $5-6 cigar. If you have a local B&M go hang out and get some suggestions from the people that work there, they should be able to take care of you. And its always cool to sit and smoke and hang out if you can.
 
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I need a cigar newbie forum... That may be a decent idea.

I have a lot of questions.

Thanks all for the tips
 

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I need a cigar newbie forum... That may be a decent idea.

I have a lot of questions.

Thanks all for the tips
Try the search function here it will yield a answer for just about every question you will have. Good luck on the hunt!
 

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Also, do you find it better to buy online or locally? If online, could you suggest a good resource?

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You can probably find better prices on the Internet, but I think you should go to a local shop near you. Develop a relationship with them and they will help you to discover your likes and dislikes. Local shops are the backbone of our hobby and we need to support them as much as possible. Plus you will meet new people that share your passion for cigars!!
 
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You can probably find better prices on the Internet, but I think you should go to a local shop near you. Develop a relationship with them and they will help you to discover your likes and dislikes. Local shops are the backbone of our hobby and we need to support them as much as possible. Plus you will meet new people that share your passion for cigars!!
Well said
 
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Why are Cuban cigars considered the best cigars?

Is this a whole new thread topic?
 

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I would start out by buying a very large cooler, wine fridge, or some other type of box that can hold a strong seal and holds more than you'd put in a suitcase for a three week overseas trip.

It is the Field of Dreams theory... if you build it, the cigars will come.

No really, this is all true.
 
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Why are Cuban cigars considered the best cigars?

Is this a whole new thread topic?
There are a lot of threads on that topic. Long story short: Cuban cigars have a unique profile. Some people think they're unbeatable. Others folks enjoy cigars from other countries as much or more.

As for beginner's cigars: one I really enjoyed when I was starting out was the CAO Cameroon. I've moved on to other flavors since then, but CAOs tend to be consistent and well-made, though sometimes a bit overpriced.
 
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Welcome, Aria!

I, too, am a beginner in this - though honestly, there is so much to know and learn about cigars, I feel like I could be buying, aging and smoking them for 30 years and still be a "beginner"!

Here are a few I've enjoyed as a beginner myself, that are also not hard to find at a decent price point. I've included some brief info on their flavour and strength profiles so you have an idea of what to expect:


Man o' War Virtue torpedo: It's just recently (the last 2 months or so) that I've really come to respect and love Connecticut-wrapped, mild-to-medium bodied cigars, and this cigar single-handedly opened my eyes. It's got a delicious, toasty flavour profile with a strong accent of vanilla. It burns true, and it's not overwhelming in the least. Just nice, sweet flavours.


Padron Delicias in maduro: This cigar is as darkly coloured as coffee beans, and has a rich flavour of espresso and cocoa from start to finish. It's closer to being a medium-to-full bodied cigar, so you may want to eat something before smoking it. The flavour profile is rich, dark, and decadent. One of the greats, in my books.


Capoeira aluno (Cuban corona): Capoeira is a brand exclusive to Famous Smoke Shop (and all of their sister sites - so check out Cigar Auctioneer!) and is very affordable. Even the MSRP for a box of these is less than $100. I got a box off Cigar Auctioneer for $45. The flavours are dark, toasty, and spicy. It has a core of black earth, surrounded by flavours of coffee bean and a touch of dark chocolate rearing its head throughout the burn. At the price, it's hard to beat.


Diesel Unholy Cocktail: Another A.J. Fernandez blend (he did the Man o' War Virtue as well), this cigar is on the other end of the spectrum from the Virtue, providing full-bodied, full-flavoured goodness, and at a near unbeatable price point (boxes of 30 can be had for less than $100). This extra chunky torpedo is wrapped in an oily and toothy Pennsylvania Broadleaf wrapper, and its flavours are of spicy tobacco, rich dark chocolate, and a core of earth. It also has a really nice sweetness that lingers on the palate during the finish.


Well, I hope this helps! This is just the beginning, and like I said, these are cigars that won't hurt your wallet. Once you've decided whether or not you're in this for good, I'm sure you'll be overwhelmed with recommendations that will require more serious spending.
 

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I recommend a local B&M to start with too. Nick's Sticks are pretty good "beginner" cigars and they come in four sizes with three different wrappers.
 

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Why are Cuban cigars considered the best cigars?

Is this a whole new thread topic?
There are a bunch of threads about this...

My take is there are good cuban cigars out there but they get all there hype because they are illegal in the US... Kennedy bought several boxes of cigars then signed the trade embargo making them illegal... :assaultri
 
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