Cigar: Mild and Smooth (Starter)

[Luc]

My smoking history is quite short...

I smoked some cigarettes for a bit (few months) but didn't like it that much. I guess like many teenagers, I tried it and finally didn't get hooked.

I tried a few cigars, mostly Cuban and it was all right. I would usually pick something sold in a metallic tube without really knowing what I was buying. Romeo Y Juiletta no2 is something that I remember...

The last cigar that I had over 5 years ago (Mexican cigar) was bought by a friend on holidays over there and I got sick a few hours. I don't know if the cigar was too strong or just not good but I turned green...

Today, I'm a non-smoker but I think I would enjoy a cigar here and there. I read the 'Gentlemen Essentials: Cigars' thread and 'How to cut a cigar' thread.

I have an idea on what to look for and I know that I can ask the seller over there but, I would like other opinions before I can launch my quest.

What I want:

• Smooth
• Mild
• Size: Looks like a cigar but not huge and not a cigarillo. Probably around the size of a Corona.

SWMBO would actually enjoy a cigarillo so if you have anything that sounds good (smooth and mild) then, please, post it. I would probably get her a cigarillo and a bigger one for myself...

 

[KDKingpin]

Lonsdale Rum, a Puerto Rican cigar made by Don Collins cigar shop in San Juan. You can order directly from them online at www.don-collins.com They have monthly specials and normally the month of December they offer a 1-for-1 special on Lonsdale Rum bundles.

 

[holiday]

I don't really smoke cigar's but have had a couple over christmas, a Romeo Y Julietta No 1 petit I think, was nice not too big and quite smooth. I also had a Cohiba that was pretty big but also really nice.
Sorry not much help, just telling you what I had.

 

[ama015]

A Cohiba Siglo II or why not a Montecristo no. 4 should suit you fine. (Both are Petit Coronas, 5 1/8X 42)

A Cohiba Siglo 1 or a Trinidad Reyes for the Lady. These are real cigars, not cigarillos, but why not introduce her to the real thing?

Smoke slowly, don`t inhale the smoke, just taste it in your mouth and blow it out slowly, partly through your mouth and partly through you nose. After a while you will be able to pick up the wonderful flavours of Cuban cigars.

Good luck whatever you purchase and tries!

 

[Torcams]

Macanudos always used to be recommended as a mild and smooth "starter" smoke.

 

[TimmyBoston]

Macanudo

 

[flylot]

The Cusano M1 if you can find it is a very mild and smooth cigar, not very expensive. The Churchill is still one of my favorites!

Google it,try it. It's a great starter cigar. You won't be disappointed.....

 

[mparker762]

Macanudo is probably the standard "starter" cigar since they're mild and readily available, but I'd recommend Griffins, Avo, or Davidoff much more highly; since they're better made (less chance of a bad burn or plugged cigar) and with a better taste aftertaste than Macanudo.

Griffins and Avo are also frequently found in tubes which makes it possible to keep them for a week or so without a humidor. They aren't as readily available as Macanudo, but a reasonably well-stocked cigar shop should carry them.

 

[Dustinl]

5 Vagas Gold would be a good one to start with. Inexpensive, smooth, mild, and come in a smaller size comprable to a corona.


DL

 

[Pete]

CAO Gold (Natural) is the first stick that comes to mind when I think of a mild, smooth cigar with enough flavor to keep even an avid smoker's attention. They offer a 5 1/2" x 42 Corona.

 

[Luc]

I found some Macanudo, I will report back when I tried it on New Years!

Thanks for the inputs Gents!

 

[Jasonian]

Ugh, I am not a fan of Macanudo.

I was going to suggest a La Gloria Cubana, size and shape of your choice.

 

[Luc]

Ugh, I am not a fan of Macanudo.

I was going to suggest a La Gloria Cubana, size and shape of your choice.

I also got a Romeo Y Julietta no1 and a La Pez...

One of them should be right...

 

[David in Boston]

Macanudos always used to be recommended as a mild and smooth "starter" smoke.

Used to work in a Tobacconist shop years ago.

Macanudos are the cigars I would recommend to "starters" or folks who would smoke on rare occasions.

Other than that I would focus on Dominican cigars. Generally they are on the mild to medium strength variety.

 

[HopHead]

If you are looking for a cuban cigar, I would recommend the el rey de mundo choix supreme. They are a great mild cigar but are a little smaller than you mentioned. Also, the Montecristo #2 is generally referred to as a classic cuban cigar. Lots of flavor and not too much power so I usually give them to my buddies who aren't too into cigars. Also, the partagas serie d #4 is a classic cigar that won't kill you with power but still has solid flavor.

As for non-cubans, I would advise to generally stay away from the ones with cuban brand names as my theory is that they use brand name recognition to sell and don't have to craft as good of a product.

 

[Dustinl]

If you are looking for a cuban cigar, I would recommend the el rey de mundo choix supreme. They are a great mild cigar but are a little smaller than you mentioned.

Actually the Choix Supreme is a robusto size and is a little bigger than what he mentioned. It is a 48 ring compared to the ERDM Coronas de Luxe which is about a 42 ring and is probably a little closer to what Luc is looking for.

BTW Hophead, the PSD4 is indeed a great cigar! I see that we have similiar cigar tastes!


DL

 

[HopHead]

Well sir I stand corrected. The vendor I use is currently having a sale on boxes of the PSD4 for a song, I just picked up a box and stuck it in the back of humi so I don't mess with it for a few years...I can hardly wait!

 

[ChrisG]

CAO Brazilia is a good starter cigar as I see that the brand was mentioned. I like very dark cigars so I know some others might find my "light" a little heavier. I also suggest a Padron 3000, Oliva G series is a good light brand too. I know of many others but can't think of them right now.

 

[Aaron01]

Since you're in AUS and not burdened by asinine trade embargos, Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure #2 is a great smoke. The last one I smoked was excellent, very smooth with a great draw and I found the palate quite nice. Mine was aged for about a year or so though...

 

[Dustinl]

CAO Brazilia is a good starter cigar as I see that the brand was mentioned. I like very dark cigars so I know some others might find my "light" a little heavier. I also suggest a Padron 3000, Oliva G series is a good light brand too. I know of many others but can't think of them right now.

I know I'll get flamed for this (well at least on my cigar forum) but ChrisG's post made me think of another light bodied CAO. The Sopranos is a great, mild cigar. I can't justify the price tag on them and i know you're paying for the name, but it is indeed a very good cigar that would make a suitable smoke for a beginner.



DL