shut down production in Latrobe. Now it's produced in Newark, NJ.
Too bad for your stompin grounds NVR
But Ah! New Jersey, the oil and petrochemicals state.
Hope none of that gets into the water table!
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Gwyneth - OK, I just fished a couple of wrappers out of my boss's ashtray (ugh!), and they say "Don Thomas Maduro" and "Don Thomas Clasico." I'd like to get him cigars for Christmas, but something nicer than these. (And maybe start saving up for it now, or see if other employees will go in on it with me.) Based on his taste, what would you recommend?
Don Tomas is a Honduran cigar. Nice cigar but any "maduro" can be a little on the stinky side, especially spent ash. He probably prefers this brand as it's a quality offering with a low price. A man like that would appreciate any quality cigar especially if it is more expensive than his. That makes it a treat.
Rocky Patel is a good suggestion from NVR. RP's come in vintages 1990 and 1992 that make nice gifts. There is a small sampler gift pack that is sure to please.
If you want to really score, buy a couple different La Aurora's they make a fine Maduro, and real knock out would be their "100 Anos" aniversary cigar. They are Dominican Preferido style and the little casings make an attractive present. (make sure you buy the ones in the case as shown) They have sampler packs that make a nice gift. Beware they can be expensive too!
If you want to buy a box of 25 and give the ultimate gift to a cigar lover, then you cannot fail with Ashton's offerings. I like the Maduro #20.
If you wish to avoid the strong Maduro smell from your boss' present Don Tomas, then opt for the milder (usually lighter tanned) cigar wrappers and fillers from some of the above mentioned hand made cigars. D4G made a great choice in Macanudo, they have nice mild cigars and even some sampler packs at decent prices.
There are some real nice Cuban suggestions I could make but that would just be cruel!
Since you live in Florida you have access to some of the best cigars in America along with the knowledge base there that is supplying the large Cuban community. I am sure you can find a tobacanist who can steer you in the right direction.
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Working from home this week...Picked up the goodies yesterday. Humidor, lighters, cutter, and an assortment of stogies. Gonna light up a Mac now, in fact.
D4G:
You work fast bro! No time like now to start. Remember to draw the smoke into your mouth and rear throat and try not to breath it in like cigarette. That stuff can kill ya!
The key to enjoying a fine cigar is to first take the time needed to slowly enjoy it (40 -90 minutes depending on the cigar), savouring the rich aromas along the way, and most of all relaxing and enjoying the moment. It is one of those times of meditation where time should really stand still. To the American Indians smoking was a time to commune with those closest to them as well as the great spirit!
Here are some cutting and lighting suggestions. Some insist on a match, however with most of us smoking outside, a match can be frustrating in even a little bit of wind. I use a good torch lighter. http://www.topcubans.com/habanos-attitude/cutting-and-lighting.php
The 4 areas of Cigar enjoyment are in the Hand, the Mouth, the Nose and the Eyes with the 5th dimension being in the emotions that those senses evoke. Many officiandos write down those things in a log book.
Alone or in a social setting with others who can appreciate the experience or just the aroma, there should always be a nice Single Malt or other aged libation such as bourbon, whiskey or Cognac. I even like a good aged Porto on occasion.
You can always go commando as well!
After you have got accustomed to the process especially with finer cigars like a Mac, draw into the mouth and allow some to enter the sinus for additional flavorings. Don't go too hog wild, or you'll be sick no matter how careful you are.
Remember too, that your enjoyment is totally subjective to your personal tastes and experience so don't be surprised if you enjoy something different than the pack, or find your own way to cut, light and enjoy one.
Disfrutalo! Cheers!
Frank75
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Elderwho - I guess the ellder will weigh in here, Maconudo's during the week, an Ashton or Cohiba on the weekend.
Thanks for weighing in bro!
That is a well ordered week if you ask me.
My insurance policy says I can have one stogie a month. So that is all I can have. aheemm! cough! ;>D
What is your preference in a smoke, the lighter or darker leaf? Any preference towards size or presentation?
I prefer a Maduro wrapper and filled Petit Corona, Corona, Robusto or La Aurora Preferido's.
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I talked to the WT Convention PR guy today
by moshe ini saw the google link for the assembly in charleston,wv this weekend.
the newspaper printed a press release about the assembly and there was an invite to the general public to attend the convention.
at the end of the story was a telephone number to call- so i did!.
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I talked to the WT Convention PR guy today
A true die hard blow hard dub who sucked a lot of shlong to get where he is in the prestigious Pre-Convention gig!
Good for you for laying him out. Surprised he didn't dump the call long before he did. Probably saw his personal experience getting one more seat filled being highlighted on Sunday afternoon. Oh Joy!.....then dashed to pieces!
He probably thought after, "that's my job when extinguishing the last ray of hope for the accused in a JC!"
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Ouch!
All the way from the DMZ, it's NVR on the QT.
Thanks bro.
Frank75
Pronounced Fronk as in honk
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Ashton ESG!
Hey now you're talking. At $25-30 a pop it seperates the men from the boys! If you can find 'em!
Hey can you loan me some cash until payday? After all the beer, scotch and stog's I'm a little short.
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The Village - Similar to the JW's?
by Good Girl or Bad Girl? ini just watched m. night shyamalan's the village, http://imdb.com/title/tt0368447/.
i've seen it mentioned here before that this movie reminds people of the jehovah's witnesses.
what things are similar?.
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As they say in the movies...."spot on Chris!"
(actually from Monty Python)
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RF:
Is the beer just called Amber Bock or is their a brand associated with it?
Two nice Ambers we have here in Ontario are JR Brickman and Trafalgar Portside Amber
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bikerchic -
Hello there Frank75! I too love a goot stout beer this being my favorite:
Are you a German biker chick who likes Irish Stout? (sorry, just picking up on the "goot" above) LOL
It is amazing you mention it. Murphy's was one of my next few Stout Porters to feature. You beat me to it!
It is a good one. Some like to make comparisons with Guinness, but I believe it stands on its own like any beer.
Can't get Rolling Rock up here. I don't think it is funny that you like it all. Any man or woman that likes Steak is allowed to like Fish or even Foul too....No?
Pale Ales have their place at the table, on the beach, by the pool.......etc.!
Cheers!
Frank75
BTW what are you ridin'?
