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divnmyk Offline
#1 Posted: Tue, Sep 9 2003, 6:17 PM EST
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OK... we all know that blume (ploom, plume, etc.) is the oils in the tobacco being forced to the surface of the cigar and crystalizing on the wrapper. We also know that this happens during proper storage and aging.

My question is this: Is the peak flavor of the cigar right before, during or after the blume forms?
Should one brush it off or keep it on when smoking?

I've smoked cigars for twelve years, and have never thought about it...
Anyone?

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SteveS Offline
#2 Posted: Wed, Sep 10 2003, 5:24 AM EST
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I'd have to do some careful experimenting to say whether just before or after the plume forms is the peak flavor, but to my taste, after is great ...

I wouldn't think of brushing the plume off ... to me, it's as rich as the sugar on a sugared donut ...
SteveS Offline
#3 Posted: Wed, Sep 10 2003, 5:27 AM EST
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BTW ... divnmyk

Be sure to be at the big SF/EB herf in San Leandro on Sun, 10/5 ... we'll 'test' a few cigars.
divnmyk Offline
#4 Posted: Wed, Sep 10 2003, 8:22 AM EST
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Steve
I guess I haven't been paying attention. Where will this one be held?

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