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Originally Posted by sonick
Are there any specific cigars that people can recommend that won't make me sound like a complete n00b at the cigar shop, but at the same time aren't expensive (like a casual smoke to have with friends on the patio after a BBQ)?
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Are you the same Sonick from RFD? How's your Orange Monster
Honestly, cigar places appreciate noobs, cause they love cigars and what everyone to love them.
I'm still a noob, but from my limited experience find mild to medium bodied cigars. Full bodied is very strong and won't taste good if you aren't use to it.
The darker the cigar I believe, the stronger it is.
A smaller cigar is better, I like the Churchill size (7"-8"), but its very big and takes 2-3 hours for one person to smoke.
Stick to 4-5", they are still about 1-1/2 hours but are managable, especially if you share with a friend.
Some brands that I have tried that won't break the bank:
Cao (Italia, Gold) Gold is very good.
American Stogie
Guantanamera
MonteCristo
I've also tried Romeo Y Julieta and Cohiba but they are expensive.
www.cigar.com is a good place to start. And lots of sites have ratings for cigars.