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I've tried one each of the 56 and 54. The 52 is turning to ash soon. The 56 was great and the 54 was good. I don't like any of the sizes, but the smoke on the 56 was delicious. I agree with others though that they are not worth the price.

I voted for the BCG, but all of those are multi-box worthy if you ask me. You have a fine selection of larger smokes listed. None of them should disappoint.

Let us know what NCs you like and we can recommend CCs based on that. Otherwise, try a RASS (Ramon Allones Specially Selected). They are inexpensive and tasty. It's a flavorful medium bodied smoke that shouldn't disappoint any new or experienced CC smoker.

I just tried a Royal Corona from 07 given to me by a fellow BOTL and it was probably the best CC I've had o far. I've only been smoking CCs about 3 months now, so take that statement for what it's worth.

I am an example of the opposite case. I used to buy into the myth that a darker wrapper was indication of a stronger, harsher cigar. So I used to prefer natural wrappers. Several months ago, my local B&M retailer insisted I try a PAM and I've been hooked on maduros ever since. I still have...

Since the Esplendido, I have tried the PSD4, Monte 2, and RyJ Short Churchill. All have been great, but it's a toss-up between the PSD4 and RyJ for my favorites so far. I am really enjoying my brief tenure here in CC land.

I agree with ManInBlack. These are great smokes, but I wouldn't want to knock myself out so early in the day with the strong nicotine buzz that the PSD4 provides. Glad you enjoyed your experience. These are tasty little buggers!

I have since tried the PSD4 and I liked it much more than the Esplendido. The Esplendido will be great with age, but the PSD4 was full bodied and flavorful young. I'd say the PSD4 is a little more up my alley.

Thanks! It was everything I thought it would be and more! Box code on the Esplendidos is MEL NOV 08.

As planned, I decided to go with the Esplendido for my first CC and I don't regret that decision one bit. While I think the box can use some age, the Cohiba Esplendido was a very good smoke and a great introduction to the ISOM. These will be extraordinary in about a year.

Makes perfect sense. Thanks for the clarification.

Thanks for the replies, Gentlemen. ManInBlack, by "first timers" do you mean first time smoking a Cuban or first time smoking a cigar? I have been smoking cigars for about 6 years now. Although if I didn't think I would like the Monte 2, I wouldn't have bought a whole box! EDIT: ... and...

Recent personal acquisitions (last 60 days): box of 10 Opus X Lost City Toro 5-pack Opus X Lost City Piramides box of 25 Cohiba Esplendidos box of 25 Monte No. 2 box of 25 PSD4 box of 10 Monte Sublime EL 2008 3-pack Siglo VI tubos 3-pack RyJ Short Churchill tubos 3-pack H Upmann Mag 50 tubos...

I ordered some Swiss chocolates that mysteriously had "cigars" listed on the declaration sticker. They came through without problem.

I recently received my first CC order. I went a little crazy with my first purchase and ordered 4 boxes: box of 25 Cohiba Esplendidos box of 25 Monte No. 2 box of 25 PSD4 box of 10 Monte Sublimes EL 2008 Anyway, I think I have given them enough time to setlle in the humidor and it is time to...