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Non Cuban Maduros
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wallster Offline
#1 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 6:22 AM EST
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Hey I am looking for some other types of good Maduros to try. I am relatively new to the cigar world. But I do love maduros. My favorite smokes so far are Cuban Parjeo, and Cuban bullets. Both of these are made by Nick Perdemo. I have tried some monte cristo's maduro and they were ok. But I was looking for any other suggestions you may have?

Slimboli Offline
#2 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 6:27 AM EST
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Mayorga High Octane

Oliva 'O' Maduro

La Perla Maduro

La Aurora Maduro

... just to get you started.
wallster Offline
#3 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 6:33 AM EST
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Slim,
I will definitely give these a try. I have not seen any Mayorgas around but I will try to get them from CI. In your opinion what is the best non-cuban Maduro made?

W
Slimboli Offline
#4 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 6:41 AM EST
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Wow ... that's asking a lot ... LOL ... as I like so many of the Maduros out there.

But, I have never been disappointed with an Oliva 'O' Maduro or a La Perla Perfecto (or Black Pearl) Maduro ...
Robby Offline
#5 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 6:41 AM EST
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There is no "best" there are many Excellent.

1. AF Untold Story (Maduro Hemmingway).
2. AF Anjeo
3. El Rey Del Mundo
4. Oliva O
etc. etc. etc...
TurboFC3S Offline
#6 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 7:59 AM EST
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I've already driven the price up, so why not say it again ... I like the Cupido Negro Toro's better than my Oliva O Maduro's.

Just smoked an El Mejor maduro and it was very nice too. So others have mentioned the Flor de Oliva Maduro's as a great value.
Charlie Offline
#7 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 8:02 AM EST
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Slim's list Plus:
Onyx Reserve Mini Belicoso
Partagas Black Label
and for a real kick ass try the Joya de Nicaragua!

Charlie
HarleyDave Offline
#8 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 8:48 AM EST
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And if you don't mind spending a little more try a PAM.
GardnerFTW Offline
#9 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 9:00 AM EST
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I've enjoyed the PAMs, Padron Maduro, and CAO L'Anniversaire Maduros
redsquid Offline
#10 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 9:06 AM EST
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Have to toss in Indian Tabac. They generally offer a very earthy maduro taste. I know I'll get flamed for this, but I actually like Te amos' maduro toro. Mayorgas' maduros are very tasty, but danged if I could ever get one to draw.
martini Offline
#11 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 9:32 AM EST
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try a pam. they are outstanding!!!!!
smithbw Offline
#12 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 10:05 AM EST
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Subjective, Subjective, Subjective...

A good cigar is one that you like...As I don't know your tastes can't make a compentent recommendation. With that said, all the gars named above are good!


Regards,


B
BMW Offline
#13 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 12:37 PM EST
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Best non Cuban maduro? I agree with harleydave, PAMs.

Barry
Spiny Norman Offline
#14 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 1:12 PM EST
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If PAMs are out of the budget, you might try the Cuesta Rey Centinnario Maduro. About 4 bucks a stick here on C-bid.
cayman2b Offline
#15 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 1:55 PM EST
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Leon Jimenes... affordable and tasty.. IMHO
kccody Offline
#16 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 3:07 PM EST
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A good maduro that won't break your bank is the sancho panza double maduro. They usually sell for around $40 - $50 for a box of 20.
BMW Offline
#17 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 4:43 PM EST
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OK, for a cheaper cigar than the PAMs I think the Hoy de Monterey Excalibur Prensado Oscuro is hard to beat. I'm never without a few.

Barry
abbadad Offline
#18 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 5:49 PM EST
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I thought the Padron was the best (although I enjoy the Astral maduro also), but tonight I smoked my first Oliva "O" Maduro. I can't imagine enjoying a cigar more than that one.
wallster Offline
#19 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 8:32 PM EST
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Guys,
What exactly are PAMs? Sorry but I am a green horn here!
Homebrew Offline
#20 Posted: Fri, Jun 27 2003, 9:06 PM EST
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Padron Anniv. Maduro. 1964 or the elusive 1926.
msuchemengineer Offline
#21 Posted: Sat, Jun 28 2003, 4:24 AM EST
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Try the Bucanero Full Sail!

~JCP
Steve*R Offline
#22 Posted: Sat, Jun 28 2003, 7:28 AM EST
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Just bear in mind that maduro is a fermentation process, not a color. One of the finest maduros ever made was Rolano Reyes Sr.'s Cuba Aliados doble maduro, which visually was a deep rosado. It looked nothing like a conventional maduro or oscuro, though it was a doble... double fermented to maduro. Some makers have even been titled, "El Pinter" for the dyes used in the process. You'll know when El Pinter has been at work by the black residue on your lips.
The early H2000 maduros were unsmokeable, but now there are some wonderful H2000 dark wrappers available. As you might expect, maduro is not the traditional Cuban wrapper of choice. In mainland Europe the most preferred wrappers are Connecticut shade and EMS.
E-Chick Offline
#23 Posted: Sat, Jun 28 2003, 8:23 AM EST
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Great info Steve!

I have to concur with SmithBW...but I lean towards GardenerFTW...heavily...

Don't forget the tasty LGC Serie R's...

Marla
Rico11 Offline
#24 Posted: Mon, Jun 30 2003, 4:10 PM EST
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PAMs are definitely top shelf. But for the money, Bahia Gold Maduro, Bahia Maduro, or any of the standard Padron Maduros are outstanding smokes. If you're looking for flavor, you don't have to go to a Maduro - there are a lot of full bodied smokes that are much more complex. Try any of the Davidoff Millenium cigars - I like the Robusto or the Lonsdale. Both are outstanding, a little pricey, but outstanding.
mister-ez Offline
#25 Posted: Tue, Jul 1 2003, 6:44 AM EST
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Try the Excalibur #1 maduro and for a great inexpensive maddie try any Nestor Mark
gerber Offline
#26 Posted: Tue, Jul 1 2003, 6:49 AM EST
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The Helix maduro is great--tons of flavor and a touch more strength than the natural line. Well worth a try. Also agree about the Nestors--yum!!
Sonny_LSU Offline
#27 Posted: Tue, Jul 1 2003, 1:14 PM EST
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LGC Serie R Maddies....any size.
Partagas Black
Camacho Corojo Figurado (not maduro, but whew!)
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