Can you help a noob out?

[Hookem187]

alright so I'm totally frustrated. to many choices, not enough info/expierence. I was hoping an expert gorilla could help me out. I need to get a sampler pack recomendation or perhaps have someone put together a "kick butt" sampler pack for me. I'm willing to pay. I'm just so confused. and all the online vendors either offer half of what i'm looking for or a monster box.

Here's the deal, I want to try/sample some FULL bodied (pack a punch) cigars. Here's a list of what i would like to try from my research/findings (someone let me know if they are weak or blah)
CAO Extreme
CAO Brazilla Gol
Comacho 11/18
La Flora Dominica double ligero
AF Flora Fina 858 sun grown
AF Anejo Reserva Shark 77
Rocky y Patel Vintage 1992
Pardon 3000


I don't really want a 5 pack but just a single. I don't know if anyone is willing to part with something like this or just name a price etc. I'm just having a totally hard time finding this all in one grab.

thanks everyone.!!


hOOkem.

[Corona Gigante]

Originally Posted by Hookem187

CAO Extreme - no experience
CAO Brazilla Gol - medium
Comacho 11/18 - spicy
La Flora Dominica double ligero - on a full stomach only (and make sure you're properly hydrated!)
AF Flora Fina 858 sun grown - no experience (no longer made)
AF Anejo Reserva Shark 77 - no experience (difficult to find)
Rocky [y] Patel Vintage 1992 - harsh
Pardon 3000 - medium

The Shark you would have to exchange you first born for. The rest of them with the exception of the 858 s/g you could probably pick up at Serious Cigars.

[aphexacid]

I wouldnt say that the CAO Extreme or the AF Flor Fina really pack that 'punch' youre looking for. theyre very quality and tastey, but i'd say theyre pretty medium bodied.

And i'll echo the fact that the Shark is impossible to find. actually, you can find it, but mostly for 30-40$ ea. not worth it.

the rest can be found at any respectable neighborhood cigar shop. if you really wanted to order online though, there are almost too many options.

[[OT] Loki]

RP Edge perhaps?

[68TriShield]

I think Holts lets you put together your own samplers.

[neoflex]

Originally Posted by dlevine1

I think Holts lets you put together your own samplers.

I saw this online vendor posted in another thread and I just filled up my low inventory of L500cabs from them for dirt cheap. www.longashes2u.com. They sell a lot of singles, so you may be able to put a nice package together for yourself minus the sharks.

[Hookem187]

Originally Posted by Corona Gigante

The Shark you would have to exchange you first born for. The rest of them with the exception of the 858 s/g you could probably pick up at Serious Cigars.

thanks corona..i just checked them out, i think that will work! i'll place my order now. weeeeeee

[RGD]

Keep in mind that everyone having a diff in tastes will clasify cigars differently. That said - as a Rocky fan - I find that the Vintage 92 is more of a medium.
As mentioned - that Shark is going to run you some bucks. I might add a Hoya Dark Sumtra and a Punch Gran Cru to your list.

And lastly - it's best to try at least two of any cigar, outside of obivous dogs, before you either write them off or go for a box.

Ron

[Hookem187]

sweeeeeeet! here's the order i just placed...oh and thanks for everyone's input! well appreciated!

Rocky Patel Edge Torpedo Maduro
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Serie R No. 5 Maduro
La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Double Ligero 700 Natural
Padron Classic 3000 Maduro
Hoyo de Monterrey Dark Sumatra Noche Sun Grown
Punch Grand Cru No. II EMS



NOW i'm excited! my new humi should arrive today or tomorrow

[Badkarma]

Add any Punch Rare Carojo(?) the Magnum is tasty.

[Diselfitter]

Originally Posted by Hookem187

alright so I'm totally frustrated. to many choices, not enough info/expierence. I was hoping an expert gorilla could help me out. I need to get a sampler pack recomendation or perhaps have someone put together a "kick butt" sampler pack for me. I'm willing to pay. I'm just so confused. and all the online vendors either offer half of what i'm looking for or a monster box.

Here's the deal, I want to try/sample some FULL bodied (pack a punch) cigars. Here's a list of what i would like to try from my research/findings (someone let me know if they are weak or blah)
CAO Extreme This is a very fine cigar
CAO Brazilla GolI really love this cigar as well
Comacho 11/18This cigar is a monster, it will definately have your head spinnig afterwards, If you are not ready for it, I would suggest the 07/05, basically the same cigar but shorter
La Flora Dominica double ligeroVery Nice.. Not very complex, but you better have eatten, and sitting down... LOL
AF Flora Fina 858 sun grown
AF Anejo Reserva Shark 77Very Nice Cigar as well
Rocky y Patel Vintage 1992Nice cigar, abit over hyped IMHO, but it is still good
Pardon 3000 This cigar is not a power house, but it is very very good and the price is right, Probably one of the more complex and flavorfull cigars other than the CAO brazil Gol

Well I hope that helps... Deez

PS.. The Camacho Diploma Series with the Exception of the Maduros( I am not a big maduro fan) are excellent cigars, if you are eager to try something real strong.. if you can find it get the Camacho Liberty series. An Unbelieveable smoke.
Some will say it is very similar to a Cuban cigar, I say it is a damn nice Cigar, why worry about what it is like... Because to me it is a stand alone awsome smoke.
I guess I need to go shopping again.. damn... LOL

[kansashat]

Throw in a Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970 if it's not too late.......a great cigar for the money....try the Consul.