Any Cigar smokers out there? Need advice

Doubt it haha, but i'm too embarrased to simply go into the local tabacconist (yeah. we still have one here haha) and ask.

I got given a box (I say, box, a sampler gift box) of 3 cuban Habanos cigars for my birthday last year, and I quite liked two of them.

Now, normally, i'm against smoking but these things were totally different from cigarettes, they actually tasted nice, and you're not supposed to inhale so (while still bad, obviously) it's not as bad for you as cigaretted (vile little things)

But I was just wondering, theres so fucking many different types, and I don't know what I was given last time, where is a good place to start? What should I go for? They are so expensive (even the cheap ones) that I don't want to spend money on something and not like it. It's so confusing haha.

So hows about it, do we have any Cigar smokers here on GB? If so, what would you reccomend I do? The other opton is a pipe, pipe smoking has always intrigued me...

"i'm against smoking but these things were totally different from cigarettes, they actually tasted nice" You're against smoking due to the taste, not the Cancer? Okay... 

1.there is nothing about cigar rules that says you cannot inhale them you can inhale them, chew them, or just enjoy the taste of the smoke.
2.Cigar's are actually stronger then cigarettes so 2nd hand smoke *of which there is no concrete evidence still that it causes cancer that is 2nd hand smoke* so....
3.Most cigars especially the good ones are packed, stored and hand rolled with horse manure.
4.Tar is a natural occurrence in tobacco when its smoked...the tar is from actually burning something and inhaling it its not a byproduct of just cigarettes tar substances will occur in most things that are burnt and the smoke gets into your lungs.

As for good Cigars I personally prefer the white owl brand of singular cigars they come in foil pouches thus ensuring you get a fresh and moist tobacco most cigars are like i said packed, stored, and rolled with manure as a binding agent.

^^^ So the horse manure is why he finds they taste better than cigarrettes? :P

Who knows, I find cigars to taste better then cigarettes whether it be the horse manure which is used as a freshness and binding agent..

SMOKING KILLS FOOLZ!

" 1.there is nothing about cigar rules that says you cannot inhale them"

" @WilliamRLBaker said:

" 1.there is nothing about cigar rules that says you cannot inhale them"

But there is that slightly important living rule that most people try to abide by. "

Here's some good general advice-

First, Cuban cigars just simply aren't worth the price.  Price and supposed "high quality" aren't always going to mean you're going to like the flavor.  Personally, I like fairly cheap cigars with a hint of vanilla or fruit to them.  Aficionados might disapprove, but give me a cheap box of sweet-smelling cigars over one single expensive one any day of the week.

I'd say go to the tobacco shop and buy a few different varieties.  We've all gotta start somewhere, so give it a go.  Ask the guy behind the counter what he recommends, and make sure to try both stronger and more mild varieties.  I like a strong smelling cigar when I'm alone and outside reading, but if I'm going to have company, a mild, sweeter cigar is generally going to be a bit more pleasant.  Try a few in your price range, but don't be afraid of splurging a bit on a few higher priced cigars of various brands.  I'd start with some smaller ring sizes to begin with, and make sure to get a clipper.  Try, if you can, to use matches instead of lighters.

Good luck!

EDIT:  I'm sorry, let me clarify.  You'll only need a clipper if you are buying cigars that aren't pre-clipped.  Ask your vendor about that - it will depend on what brands you end up buying, and they'll generally offer to cut them for you, which is what I tend to go with since I smoke them relatively quickly.

"1.there is nothing about cigar rules that says you cannot inhale them you can inhale them, chew them, or just enjoy the taste of the smoke.2.Cigar's are actually stronger then cigarettes so 2nd hand smoke *of which there is no concrete evidence still that it causes cancer that is 2nd hand smoke* so....3.Most cigars especially the good ones are packed, stored and hand rolled with horse manure.4.Tar is a natural occurrence in tobacco when its smoked...the tar is from actually burning something and inhaling it its not a byproduct of just cigarettes tar substances will occur in most things that are burnt and the smoke gets into your lungs. As for good Cigars I personally prefer the white owl brand of singular cigars they come in foil pouches thus ensuring you get a fresh and moist tobacco most cigars are like i said packed, stored, and rolled with manure as a binding agent."

" @WilliamRLBaker said:

"1.there is nothing about cigar rules that says you cannot inhale them you can inhale them, chew them, or just enjoy the taste of the smoke.2.Cigar's are actually stronger then cigarettes so 2nd hand smoke *of which there is no concrete evidence still that it causes cancer that is 2nd hand smoke* so....3.Most cigars especially the good ones are packed, stored and hand rolled with horse manure.4.Tar is a natural occurrence in tobacco when its smoked...the tar is from actually burning something and inhaling it its not a byproduct of just cigarettes tar substances will occur in most things that are burnt and the smoke gets into your lungs. As for good Cigars I personally prefer the white owl brand of singular cigars they come in foil pouches thus ensuring you get a fresh and moist tobacco most cigars are like i said packed, stored, and rolled with manure as a binding agent."

Well whatever they're doing they're doing it right! Seriously, every smoker out there knows the risks involved, no need for any more "ZOMG A SHOCKING DISCOVERY SMOKING R TEH BAD!" I guess I'm the first person on this thread to give advice: try out Double Diamonds. They sell them at my local mini mart for $2 a pack, they're cigars but in cigarette shape. There's a few flavors (I like the cherry myself) and they're cheap to try. My personal favorite, Black and Mild's, are pretty cheap as well, and they come in plastic and wood tips. There's also Garcia Vegas, which I'd stay away from, because they taste as cheap as they cost. But I'm relatively knew to this, so that's about all I can say. "

I love Cigars, routinely but never in excess. You probably had a medium of some kind, I would stick with that seeing as though you are OK with it, Starting up on mild is pretty lame, but that's not to say mild Cigars are lame. Monte Cristo mediums are good, as are Romeo y Julietta's, or some good old Punch's. If you get some smoke them soon as, don't leave them about for too long unless you have a box, which I assume you don't. Get them cut correctly at a shop if you don't have a cutter also. Drink is all important, it's a waste without, all the flavours come alive only then.

I rarely smoke cigars and when I do, I'm with my mother and we're probably at a whiskey bar or a wedding. I also never know what brand I'm smoking (I usually don't care) so I can't help you there. I prefer cigarettes anyways.

I smoke a lot of cigars, but they're all hollowed out ;)

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First, Cuban cigars just simply aren't worth the price.  Price and supposed "high quality" aren't always going to mean you're going to like the flavor.  Personally, I like fairly cheap cigars with a hint of vanilla or fruit to them.

Sorry sparky but I have never read such nonsense about Cigars before, first you say Cubans are not worth the price (in your country), only to then make matters far worse by thinking fruit flavoured Cigars are good ( that's the cheryy lol). You lose all credibility because of that. 

 There is a plethora of Cuban Cigars that come at range of different prices and have different tastes and strengths to suit all. and of course price does not equate to taste, it's just like alcohol in that respect. The best Cigars are rolled in Cuba and the only a few good brands are made elsewhere like the Domican republic. Some may be cheaper, but the quality is not as consistent as Cubans are.

Cheap Cigars are crap, there's no contest at all. 

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I stay away from anything that requires me to put something in my mouth in the shape of a penis.

" I stay away from anything that requires me to put something in my mouth in the shape of a penis. "

"I stay away from anything that requires me to put something in my mouth in the shape of a penis. "

How about you not smoke and remove all the problems just like that.

"@narley said:

" So typical. Some one starts a topic about ONE thing. But there's always that guy that cant keep his thoughts to him self, and cant post a coment with out judging the other people that posted or the one that started the topic.The guy is askng for advice. Not your points of view about smoking. If you dont know about this stuff, dont give him advice or dont say anything at all.Ok. If your going to start buying cigars. And you already know what kind of taste or style you like. Start by describing that to the clerk at the cigar store. Real cuban cigars are really expensive, but you do get what you pay for. So if what you tasted before was an actual cuban, then your gonna have to fork up no less than $100 smakaroos for maybe a pair. Thats for a real cuban cigar. Not a cuban style cigar. Make sure you specify to the clerk what you want. The more of those you buy, the less expensive it is. So if you buy a box, the price per cigar is less.If thats too expensive you can start at the bottom. Try to grab one once amonth or take more time betwen cigars if you want. But if your gonna start this habbit, do it like you would do with wines. You start by buying low or medium quality wines cuase your not ready to pay 100 dlls for a glas of wine. But as your taste and knowllage for that develops, so will your ability to choose and describe what you actually want. "

Some people take the internet so seriously. Yes, this comment is worth bolding, underlining and italics.

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Start with something mild. That's the general rule.

For the price Monte Cristos are surprisingly good.