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Some thoughts on Nub

bluue13

bluue13

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From what I understand, the concept of Nub is that the cigar is constructed entirely out of the "sweet spot" of the cigar. This confuses me mostly because the Nubs I have had all seem to develop and change as I'm smoking them as much as every other cigar does. I notice changes in flavor nuances and different notes of taste that come through as the burn makes its way toward the middle and end of the cigar. It makes sense to me that this would happen because as a cigar burns, the heat, smoke, tar, and other such compounds affect your palate (in my opinion).

So wouldn't it make sense that you just cant actually smoke only the "sweet spot" of the cigar? Doesn't the sweet spot come from the changes as it burns?

Anyone have thoughts?

...I must be in a philosophical mood tonight... :laugh:
 
I haven't smoked any Nub cigars. I have noticed that a lot of short stubby cigars get really good in the last third, which sucks. So, I don't buy them anymore.
 
Thats exactly what happens with the Nubs which is why I don't understand the concept. I have to say that the last one that I had was quite enjoyable, it just got even better in the last third.
 
I have enjoyed the Nub cigars for all that I have smoked of them. I have yet to smoke the Habano, but each of the three others that I have had (CT, Cameroon, and Maduro) were each enjoyable in the own respects. I do have to say that I think that there are better sticks out there for the money in each of the respective shades, but that Nubs do seem to have a very nice sweet spot toward the last third of shaft. I don't know that I would ever consider them my go to sticks, but I will enjoy them when I smoke them none the less.

Mike
 
I like the Cameroons and Habanos in the torpedo shape only. The big blunt fatties feel weird in my hand, but I don't notice the ridiculous ring gauges in the torps.

They're kind of a gimmick, IMHO, and don't last as long as advertised, but they're pretty nice blends.

~Boar
 
If you like the size, but want a cigar that doesn't suck, check out the LFD Double ligero 452.
 
I got my feelings hurt years ago when the girl I was seeing told me I "wasn't getting anything with that Nub..." :(
 
I haven't smoked a ton of them, but have found that I really do enjoy the Nub Maduro 460. A great cigar. The rg is a bit awkward, but the cigar is good enough that I am willing to overlook it. Haven't tried any of the larger rg nubs though.
 
Revisited the Nub Maduro again last after letting it rest a while, my opinion still remains the same. While not the greatest smokes out there, I still believe they are a decent quality smoke.
 
They've been making cigars for three hundred years. You'd think, that if this was worth doing, it would have been done before. It's a gimmick. Plain and simple. I don't like being treated like a sucker. I ain't never smoked one and I ain't ever going to.

Doc.
 
Devil Doc said:
They've been making cigars for three hundred years. You'd think, that if this was worth doing, it would have been done before. It's a gimmick. Plain and simple. I don't like being treated like a sucker. I ain't never smoked one and I ain't ever going to.

Doc.
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This man is wise beyond his years.
Those suck! They are gimmicky crap! Waste of decent tobacco. Sam is a nice guy but his cigars blow donkey! I don't like the Cain either.
 
bluue13 said:
From what I understand, the concept of Nub is that the cigar is constructed entirely out of the "sweet spot" of the cigar. This confuses me mostly because the Nubs I have had all seem to develop and change as I'm smoking them as much as every other cigar does. I notice changes in flavor nuances and different notes of taste that come through as the burn makes its way toward the middle and end of the cigar. It makes sense to me that this would happen because as a cigar burns, the heat, smoke, tar, and other such compounds affect your palate (in my opinion).

So wouldn't it make sense that you just cant actually smoke only the "sweet spot" of the cigar? Doesn't the sweet spot come from the changes as it burns?

Anyone have thoughts?

...I must be in a philosophical mood tonight... :laugh:
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You know, I've wondered this myself. I also thought they were a bit gimmicky at first and was reluctant to try them but I'm glad I did. I've had all the varieties and have enjoyed them all very much - especially the Habano. For a cigar that's supposed to hit only the "sweet spot" of the cigar they are not exactly one dimensional. Okay, maybe I'm biased because I have a crush on Sam.
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Yesi said:
bluue13 said:
From what I understand, the concept of Nub is that the cigar is constructed entirely out of the "sweet spot" of the cigar. This confuses me mostly because the Nubs I have had all seem to develop and change as I'm smoking them as much as every other cigar does. I notice changes in flavor nuances and different notes of taste that come through as the burn makes its way toward the middle and end of the cigar. It makes sense to me that this would happen because as a cigar burns, the heat, smoke, tar, and other such compounds affect your palate (in my opinion).

So wouldn't it make sense that you just cant actually smoke only the "sweet spot" of the cigar? Doesn't the sweet spot come from the changes as it burns?

Anyone have thoughts?

...I must be in a philosophical mood tonight... :laugh:
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You know, I've wondered this myself. I also thought they were a bit gimmicky at first and was reluctant to try them but I'm glad I did. I've had all the varieties and have enjoyed them all very much - especially the Habano. For a cigar that's supposed to hit only the "sweet spot" of the cigar they are not exactly one dimensional. Okay, maybe I'm biased because I have a crush on Sam.
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Hahahaha, this could be it!

I've enjoyed reading everyones thoughts on this topic. I think I agree with most, while they are enjoyable, they definitely aren't "just the sweet spot." I've enjoyed the CT more than the Maduro, and I'm looking forward to trying others before I make my final decision!
 
Ultimately...it all comes down to what you like. Who cares what other people think as long as you enjoy your Nubs.
 
Smokyballs said:
Devil Doc said:
They've been making cigars for three hundred years. You'd think, that if this was worth doing, it would have been done before. It's a gimmick. Plain and simple. I don't like being treated like a sucker. I ain't never smoked one and I ain't ever going to.

Doc.
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This man is wise beyond his years.
Those suck! They are gimmicky crap! Waste of decent tobacco. Sam is a nice guy but his cigars blow donkey! I don't like the Cain either.
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Gentlemen, your words perfectly express any and all thoughts that I have had about both the Cain and the Nub. Thanks for doing the typing of the right words.
 
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