Ashton VSG vs Padron Anni. 64- Super Premium Face Off

[TechMetalMan]

I will certainly be buying one of each to decide- but these are top runners (although I am thinking darkside possibilities too) and wanted to see YOUR opinions as well. Thanks guys!

[moki]

Originally Posted by TechMetalMan

I will certainly be buying one of each to decide- but these are top runners (although I am thinking darkside possibilities too) and wanted to see YOUR opinions as well. Thanks guys!

Fair enough; though hopefully OPO won't influence your decision

If it were me, and I had to choose, I would go for the Padrón. They are both excellent cigars, though.

[Old Sailor]

Good decission trying one of each IMHO, do let us know what you decide.

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by moki

I really think that you are the person who would be best qualified to try both of these cigars, compare, and decide. No one else has your taste-buds, and you're the one who is going to be plunking down his money...

Best advice I could give, but you beat me to it.

[hyper_dermic]

Originally Posted by TechMetalMan

I will certainly be buying one of each to decide- but these are top runners (although I am thinking darkside possibilities too) and wanted to see YOUR opinions as well. Thanks guys!

For the $$... go darkside...

-hyp

[Mr.Maduro]

Padron Anni '64 Maduro....

[mhillsing23]

Originally Posted by Mr.Maduro

Padron Anni '64 Maduro....

Me too! Definitely go Padron, you won't regret it! I have had some great VSGs, but none that have compared to the premium Padrons!

[muziq]

Originally Posted by TechMetalMan

So I am looking at buying a box or half box of a real nice cigar...

If you were serious about buying a box of one or the other, why not a half box of both? Then you get to live with both vitolas for a little while, and make up your mind for a much larger purchase later on

If you do the Padron's in any shape/form, I'd recommend going maduro There's a richness to PAM's that's distinct to me...

Either way, you're coming out on top with this purchase!

[Roger Miller"]

Since you're going to sample before you buy -- sample a Greycliff. I like the Espresso line myself.

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[TMoneYNYY]

Personally, the way I see it, go with the Padrons. I've got a few, and I was gifted an exceptional '64 for New Years (you know the story, Trent) and I would go with those. Cigars don't get much better than that!

[MeNimbus]

I agree with Dave and buy both. Maybe half a box of each? I can do a box split if you like (Padron preferred) Trent

[TechMetalMan]

I have thought about half a box of each. I may have to hold off though and end up going darkside- there is a deal going on right now that I'm not sure I can refuse.

I need to get my next couple of paychecks in and see how much I am willing to spend and then see what goes down.

If I decide to do a half box of each I will let anyone who is interested know and we can do a box split!

[Jeff]

I'm going to go against the trend here and recommend the Ashton over the Padron. Based upon the cigars that I've smoked, I find the Ashton VSG to be smoother, richer, and more flavorful than the Padron Anniversary.

Do make sure you throw in some Tres Mystiques! They are great short smokes.

[Boston_Dude05]

I'll put an end to the debate here. When in doubt over two different boxees, buy both of 'em!

[TechMetalMan]

Might go buy one of each tonight.