Padron Cigars and Draw Issues

[bdc30]

Now don't get me wrong, I'm a huge fan of almost anything Padron - right from the Anniversary series down to the x000 lines, but for some reason I almost always find the draw on them to border on too loose when I cut them with my palio.

Curious if others feel the same way, and if there is a known reason for it? Are they loosely packing the tobacco or underfilling it or something? Could it be the boxpress?

From now on, I think it's a v-cut for me on the Padron line....

 

[JNT]

I've only smoked 3 (2x x000 & 1x anni). All had annoyingly loose draws no matter how little I take off the top. Good idea on the v-cut. I'll try that or a punch next time.

 

[thegoldenmackid]

Draw testing, something the industry needs to do more of.

Some cigars just need the smaller cuts, Pete Johnson is a huge advocate of nothing but punching mixed filler cigars, although that's for different reasons.

 

[Herfin' Harg]

Be careful punching the Annys... I'm sure you're more than aware, but that's one helluva brittle cap up there, and if you haven't softened it up, you'll split it every time.

 

[danthebugman]

I haven't ever used anything but a double guillotine to cut the caps on mine so I cannot say if the draw is any different with a punch or v-cut or whatever. What I can say is that while the Padrons I have smoked tended to have consistently looser draws than other brands, I have yet to have one that was uncomfortably loose for my tastes.

Dan

 

[GoingPostal]

yes the v cut will help, also what rh do you store yours at? at around 70 draw seems to be a bit tighter than at 65, then could also be my mind playing tricks.

 

[Le Buzz]

i smoke them at 68-69 humidity and use a punch and am very happy with the draw.

 

[Ratbert]

Haven't had one in many years, but I recall how disappointed I was with the loose draw on Padron Churchills, as it took away from what should have been a very enjoyable cigar. Never had any problems with PAMs.

 

[wilfredsimpson]

I agree on the loose draw. I rarely v-cut, but will always with a padron. Great success with the v-cut. If nothing else, its a chance to use a different cut on a great smoke.

 

[Alwayslit]

Padron is touch on the loose side but in all the years of smoking them there has never been one that's been plugged.

 

[Zedman05]

I have had the X000's, Anny's, 26's and the 45, and never really noticed anything too loose. I always cut with a double guillotine, and never have had a problem.

How hard are you sucking on those poor sticks of yours B ?:rofl:

 

[iCraig]

Most draws I've had have been fine, a little on the loose side, but I don't mind those so much. Had a 40th a week or so ago and it was actually pretty tight. Was surprised by that.

 

[L8A]

I think its a matter of preference but i have never used a punch on a Padron and I have loved every one of them.

 

[Adolfo Arguello]

I haven't ever used anything but a double guillotine to cut the caps on mine so I cannot say if the draw is any different with a punch or v-cut or whatever. What I can say is that while the Padrons I have smoked tended to have consistently looser draws than other brands, I have yet to have one that was uncomfortably loose for my tastes.

Dan

I agree with Dan, Padrons draw is looser than other cigars but ive never had one that seems to loose. I go through about half a dozen Padron boxes a year!

 

[itallushrt]

Agree, a bit loose.

 

[BrandonP]

I also agree, too loose for my preferences. I don't like a punch or v-cut so I can't say whether that will help any. I still enjoy Padron on a semi-regular basis but definitely would like something a bit more firm.

 

[ingenios]

It's a bit loose, but I just puff more lightly, sit back amongst the billows of creamy smoke and wonder: how do you get the seemingly contradictory attributes of a loose-ish draw, slow even burn, firm chalk-white ash, perfect cherry cone, and signature satisfying Padron flavor, all wrapped up in a zero-maintenance package?

Then I say five Hail Jose-Orlandos and continue.

 

[Zen Cigar Man]

Padrons have a looser draw than most, but as most said, zero plugging issues and an awesome burn. I get tons of smoke at every draw, they never heat up or plug, and burn almost razor even. Personally, I'm not a fan of cigar feeling like I'm trying to drink a McDonald's milkshake. I'm confused why there is complaining?

If only every company rolls their cigars this well.

(the patches on wrapper leaf, now that's another story... :devil

 

[ZachF88]

After smoking numerous Padrons, I thought I was the only one with the loose draw issue. Of all the cigars I own, I only like the Padrons at 70% rh. I also can only cut them with a punch (never tried V). Especially the SI-15, that thing will suck air right through it as if you were normally breathing!

 

[cartisdm]

I've only smoked three, two of which were recently. I didn't think of it at the time, but now that you mentioned it I do remember them being quite loose. There was a lot of smoke and a lot of flavor though and I enjoyed every single one of them. I've got one left that I may jump on tonight