I agree with Brother Mark in that Maddies are schweeter, have more cocoa flavors, probably more earthy flavors and are a rounder, richer smoke but IMO definitely not stronger.
A maduro wrapper is made by fermenting the leaf longer and at higher temperatures in the bales. Some manufacturers...
Vern is extremely busy and your best bet would be to call him. Call 888-254-6629 and have your information handy and I'm sure that Vern will be able to answer your questions. I know that I put in an order for 3 lbs of 65% Media and it depends on how fast he's able to have the media produced...
There's also some good threads at CF in the Accessory Room. Two of my buddies use them but they both have some problems with condensation. A circulatory fan helps but there's still some condensation along the back wall. I belive they both use the Haier brand of wine fridge.
Wade
Sounds like you may have had some young tobacco in the blend. A lot of times it's called "green" tasting.... kinda harsh feeling usually right in the back of the throat. It usually goes away after awhile. It's not too common but it does happen.... sometimes a leaf just doesn't ferment like the...
I'd say you should just jump in and go with a 150 Qt Igloo. There's nothing wrong with the small Rubbermaid that you're planning to start with but before you know it you'll run out of space and wish you started with the 150 from the beginning... LOL! You can ask many of the Bruddahs here...
Brother Vern.... truly awesome Bro! I'm just waiting patiently until you call me and tell me that you're ready to begin production on the 150 and 120 Igloos! You have truly outdone yourself this time Brother!
Aloha,
Wade
Aloha and welcome aboard Bruddah Jim! It's just me and you as far as active CPers! I hope we can hookup one day soon to meet and have a cigar Bruddah!
Aloha,
Wade
What RH are you storing your 'gars at? Non-ISOMs shouldn't have any problem with RH up to 70% but can get funky if stored over 70% RH. I store ALL my cigars at between 63% - 67% RH and they are fine... I'd recommend checking you RH as a starting point. Of course... the cigars could be "sick"...
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