Hello Folks,
I decided to get into the cigar smoking for several reasons. The main reason was relaxation and to enjoy an hour of peace without my cell, laptop, desktop and whatever other devices which keep me "plugged in" on a daily basis.
The second reason was to experience a journey of learning and appreciating the hard work, time, and complexities of cigars and cigar smoking. I didn't realize until recently how complex a cigar can be. It was 5 years ago when I finally started appreciating a good bottle of wine. I believe this my newest evolution in my search to enjoy the finer things in life.
The last reason being one of my friends and I have recently stopped smoking cigarettes but wanted something to puff on during football season and cooking ( i have a smoker so we tend to do it up on the weekends). The liquor store I frequent had a walk-in humidor and we decided to go in.
The selection alone was fairly over-whelming, but I remember my former business partner had several humidors and I remember asking him :what is a good cigar". His answer was anything by Rocky Patel. This thought entered my mind while perusing through the select and I was immediate drawn to this Rocky Patel 1990 Vintage and had to buy it. Prior to this I had previously equated cigars with Dutch Masters and Black and Mild's and I had no idea what I was about to get myself into.
Before lighting it I gave it a good smell and I was immediately drawn to this deep, coffee and cocoa smell and I was almost afraid to light it up. I used a punch and proceeded to light it like a cigarette, sucking tons of nasty lighter fluid through this wonderful cigar. I was completely oblivious. I do not remember the specifics but it was enjoyable. I have since bought another to properly taste it. It should be in the mail this week and I look forward to giving the cigar its due respect.
Now you know my "life story" I plan on updating this journal and describing my experience as I try and smoke my way through a variety of premium cigars. Premium meaning $5-10 a stick.
*** DISCLAIMER:
I am just beginning my journey so I am sure my reviews will be as such. Please take them for what they are and not that of a life long cigar smoker with years of experience
My first cigar will be a:
Man O' War Side Project 52C
Stay tuned, the review will be up in the next hour or so.
