I really enjoy the Padron 2000, 5000 etc. I can also buy 2 or 3 of these for the price of the anny's.

Are they really that much better? I'm starting to develop the ability to pick up on flavors but I don't want to waste a good cigar if I'm not able to appreciate it yet.

If so they are better, which "upgrade" should be my first.

Thanks for the advice in advance.

As far as what tastes better or if they are worth it will depend on ones pallet at the time it's smoked. Hence my earlier answer.

Use the analogy of women in place of cigars.

Can you see where this is going? No? You're on your own and you're in for the worst ride of your life.

Yes? Then you fully understand what you asked and you will now go for the 64 Diplomatico.

Why go out with a Thelma from Scooby Doo when you can kick boots with a Raquel Welch?

Makes sense thanks for the suggestions

As far as what tastes better or if they are worth it will depend on ones pallet at the time it's smoked. Hence my earlier answer.

a 64 is a really good cigar every time

definitely treat yourself

I'm not a big Padron fan. The 26 and 64 are great, but not my thing. Padrons all taste like Padrons to me, with the anniversary lines being a tastier version.

If I'm dropping 20 at a shpo, I'll usually grab a God of Fire. My local shpo owner loves em, carries most, and they are priced at or below what I see online (most of their cigars are double or more. Pretty much everything is 10-15, with GOF 20-25)

I agree with this. From light to nub it is a very consistent smoke. I will be picking up a 64.

Very good analogy. I see were it's going.

After a few days on here I'm going to have to learn more about Fuente. So much to learn...

You'll fine that Fuentes are by and large one of the most consistent brands on the market. They grow most of their own tobacco, process it then roll it. I don't I've ever hear of anyone having a burn issue with one. They age their cigars before they sell them etc. They also manufacture the Astons and the Diamond Crowns.

Pepin is another top maker. In addition to their own brands they manufacture the Tatuaje cigars and a few others. You'll find a bit more range with Pepin made cigars than with the Fuente's.

Bookmark halfwheel.com lots of good information there.

On way to experience this is to compare the Fuente's 8-5-8's. But, you'll have probably have to wait a month or so to do it properly. Fuente produces a vitola called an 8-5-8. For the most part, the blend is the same it's the wrappers that vary. Throughout the year it can be found with a natural wrapper and a maduro wrapper. In more limited quantities it can be found with a candela wrapper. Around the holidays the Sungrowns are released. Then every few years they release a limited quantity of rosado wrapped cigars. You'll find a world of difference in taste yet the blend is the same.