What did you smoke today (NC) II

[allusred]

Afternoon Bob,

I suspect that you're referring to Mario Palomino that was, back in the day, probably the 3rd most popular brand from Jamaica had a deeper 'Jamaican' syrup (but I smoked them aged before aged was a thing) than the RJs. Creme de Jamaica and Jose Edmundo (my first cigar) were smaller brands and there were a few others but I can't think of them now. A hurricane (don't remember the name) wiped out factories and companies, sadly, decided not to rebuild.

For those who never tried one of these Jamaican cigars they had a rich, warm honeyed molasses taste layered over earth and leather that varied in intensity between brands. Very unique flavor that's lost to cigar smokers.

Rocky Patel Broadleaf Churchill with spring water.

Doing battle with these. Pardons to anyone who likes RP but I have yet to find a line of theirs that don't have significant QC issues and these may be the worst. No two sticks smoke or taste the same. Poor burn (pretty much all), constant relighting and touch-up that alters the flavor. I don't get along with Manual Quesada made cigars (not a QC issue, I just don't like his blending) and I've bought my last RP. Unfortunately I have about 100 left to smoke! . On the other hand, I seem to like just about anything that AJ Fernandez makes. Some of smoking enjoyment is personal chemistry and of course taste but these RP Broadleaf Churchills aren't fun when you need to fight them all the way down. Try the Pioneer Valley and Graycliffe G2 (both in maduro) that are superior broadleaf sticks and less expensive.

Evening Pete,
Don't think it was the Mario Palomino. Creme De Jamaica maybe,but really can't recall. The best Jamaicans were right up there with the Cubans back then. "For those who never tried one of these Jamaican cigars they had a rich, warm honeyed molasses taste layered over earth and leather that varied in intensity between brands. Very unique flavor that's lost to cigar smokers." That must be what made them so enjoyable to smoke,but I'd never have found a way to explain just what it was that made them so unique, as you've here.Liked the Canary Island s cigars too, but they I think seemed closer to the Cubans,in a muted or softer way.
Expect,Pete that when some of the others read coments about smoking cigars *fifty years ago." they're picuring us sitting on the front porch or stoop enjoying that evening cigar with the collar removed from our shirt as we watch the Old Lamplighter making his way along the street.
Well time to find another cigar to smoke and maybe some Root Beer to pair with it..

[allusred]

A little mid-week golf before the season ends. Paul Garmirian and AJ Fernandez met me at the course and Mr. Sam showed up afterwards

That foursome must've turned a few heads at the clubhouse.Can only imagine the drink orders.

[allusred]

Robusto. Man that's a big label!

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Plenty of room on the inside of that label for a Horoscope, lucky numbers and "words of wisdom" ala fortune cookies.

[cheaphumidors]

Shocked.....totally shocked. Would never have believed a nice girl like you would be into Mopery.

What can I say, it has been a rough month. I am now a black belt in the ancient art of mopery

[allusred]

What can I say, it has been a rough month. I am now a black belt in the ancient art of mopery

Still, be careful cause Smiling on a cloudy day is enuff for the 'Old Bill' to feel your collar.

[AlanS]

Small Batch released Tatuaje’s Michael today, they ran out in minutes at $13 a copy.

[droy1958]

Sosa Vintage Robusto....

[droy1958]

Afternoon Bob,

I suspect that you're referring to Mario Palomino that was, back in the day, probably the 3rd most popular brand from Jamaica had a deeper 'Jamaican' syrup (but I smoked them aged before aged was a thing) than the RJs. Creme de Jamaica and Jose Edmundo (my first cigar) were smaller brands and there were a few others but I can't think of them now. A hurricane (don't remember the name) wiped out factories and companies, sadly, decided not to rebuild.

For those who never tried one of these Jamaican cigars they had a rich, warm honeyed molasses taste layered over earth and leather that varied in intensity between brands. Very unique flavor that's lost to cigar smokers.

Rocky Patel Broadleaf Churchill with spring water.

Doing battle with these. Pardons to anyone who likes RP but I have yet to find a line of theirs that don't have significant QC issues and these may be the worst. No two sticks smoke or taste the same. Poor burn (pretty much all), constant relighting and touch-up that alters the flavor. I don't get along with Manual Quesada made cigars (not a QC issue, I just don't like his blending) and I've bought my last RP. Unfortunately I have about 100 left to smoke! . On the other hand, I seem to like just about anything that AJ Fernandez makes. Some of smoking enjoyment is personal chemistry and of course taste but these RP Broadleaf Churchills aren't fun when you need to fight them all the way down. Try the Pioneer Valley and Graycliffe G2 (both in maduro) that are superior broadleaf sticks and less expensive.

There was Temple Hall also. JR Cigar is selling Macanudo Estate Reserve Jamaica that is "supposed" to be like the "old days", but I haven't tried one yet.......

https://www.jrcigars.com/brand/macan...eserve-jamaica

[droy1958]

Just finished a Ramon Bueso Genesis Project from my friend @WNYTONY
I actually had a fiver of these in my cart on my last order, but to keep in budget I ended up cutting them loose until my next order. After having this one, I will make sure they go back in the cart, very tasty stick, thanks Tony.

That's my "go to" stick. When I'm sitting there scratching my caboose trying to decide what to smoke and I can't decide, I'll grab one.....

[droy1958]

Shocked.....totally shocked. Would never have believed a nice girl like you would be into Mopery.

She may even be Mopedery when she's on a motorcycle......😁