Good Cigar suggestions...

[12stones]

Oooh, finally a topic I know about. Some of my favorite ones recently are the EO 601 maduro and habano. They're good medium bodied smokes. I definitely second the Padrons, but if you're not a regular smoker, they'll seem more full-bodied than medium. Always a great cigar though. Ashtons are great too.

The Arganese are a recent addition to the cigar world and have received a very favorable welcome. The owner's a good guy and really takes pride in what he's doing.

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[Joe Forsyth]

I'm a cigar smoker, they are without a doubt, my biggest passion. I've been smoking fine cigars for about 16 years now, keep a humidor stocked at home, and regularly participate in a Canadian forum dedicated to Cuban cigars. I usually have one a day after work, and two on weekends. I must admit that I am not the biggest fan of many non-Cuban brands, though there are a few out there that I don't mind. The Padron 1926 Anniversario are good, CAO Brasillia, Olivia series G are all worth a try IMHO. For me though, there is no substitute for a fine Cuban cigar paired with a nice glass of Scotch.
What I really believe though, is no matter what you smoke, or even if you smoke at all, an hour a day spent relaxing, unwinding, and doing something you enjoy whether it be reading, smoking, having a wee drink, or whatever, is an hour well spent.

[CDNSushi]

I'm just trying to remember what I have in my humidor right now... A real assortment, to be sure -- but among my all-time favorites: Partagas Serie D #4 (Robusto), and the Romeo y Julieta Coronitas Cedro. They are a wonderful smoke. Plus, the added bonus to a cedar wrapped cigar is being able to use the cedar wrapper to light your stogie -- as it lasts longer than a match and it doesn't mar the flavor with sulfur from the match head.

At the moment, I'm up to my elbows in Guantanamera Cristales however. Now before people start throwing chairs at me, let me explain. They are machine-rolled, but they are cheap, quick to smoke (fairly loose pack and short filler) and very mild. I like to keep them around as many of my friends have always wanted to try a cigar but don't know where to begin. This is a good beginner's cigar, IMO and it makes friends feel like a million bucks when I just give them a free, Cuban cigar with no strings attached. I know that many reviewers have reviewed this one quite harshly (a bit too harshly, IMO) but it has its place.

[Slag]

La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero (DL-700.) They are my favorite cigar, and my daily smoke. The Padron 1926 is indeed a tasty cigar, but I actually prefer the 1964.

[Chase]

Kahlua by Drew Estate, if you like flavored cigars like I do...Sad thing is they're no longer available...I bought the last batch of Corona's and gave them to 12 Stones and I have a box of Robusto's in the humidor that I plan on keeping as long as possible, (maybe 1 or 2 a year - special occasions only).

[joeybear]

If you're still interested, shoot me your email addy and I'll get a bomb off to you of some tasty sticks

[Bigkahuna]

Opus X when I can find them and afford them. Otherwise I like Flor de Florez by a little Cuban guy in Hoboken, New Jersey.

[Hendry]

Stop teasing our American Neighbour

Just got back from Cuba, with a box of Cohiba Esplendidos and some assorted Montecristos. Just need it to get a little warmer outside so I can smoke them.

[McMurdo]

Just got back from Cuba, with a box of Cohiba Esplendidos and some assorted Montecristos. Just need it to get a little warmer outside so I can smoke them.

Dave you can smoke them at my place, just bring extras. I do like the Cohiba Esplendidos.

[Standard]

Just enjoyed a nice Cohiba from Cuba last weekend on my walk, and have a Punch sitting on my dresser waiting for my walk tomorrow.