How to Broaden Your Cigar Smoking Horizons

Wednesday, January 25, 2012 by Pat The Cigar Guy
The world of cigars is meant to be explored. Every aficionado has his or her own favorite brand THE GOOD LIFE CIGAR CLUB CIGAR TOUR 12 MONTHSof smoke but that doesn't mean that it has to be the only cigar you enjoy. The love and appreciation that most cigar makers have for fine smokes means that there are hundreds of high quality cigars to choose from. In addition, since the quality of tobacco leaves can vary by year and region, even brands you have smoked in the past might pleasantly surprise you in 2012. You might also want to branch out and give flavored smokes a try. If you are used to smoking mild cigars, why not treat yourself to a highly-rated robust cigar?

With so many cigars just waiting to be tasted, it would be a big shame to not broaden your smoking horizons. One of the easiest ways to do this by joining a sampler of the month club. Sign up for the Thompson Cigars sampler of the month and you get 5, carefully chosen, high quality smokes each month. They come with information that gives details about each type of cigar to enhance your experience. It's almost like meeting with the experts from Thompson Cigars to discuss and smoke some hand-picked favorites.

Sign up for your personal monthly cigar tour and find all of your smoke-related needs at Thompson Cigars today.


Good but not great

Tuesday, January 10, 2012 by Customer Reviews

lraff1 from Colorado Springs reviewed the FLOR DE FILIPINAS LONSDALE GRANDE JAVA LONS GRANDE

A little harsh for the mild cigar smoker

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Cons: Difficult To Light, Firm Draw
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

We’re so used to puros manufactured in the Dominican Republic, Honduras, and Nicaragua that it’s natural to look at a cigar manufactured in the Philippines with a little suspicion. But trust me friend, there are stranger places than the Philippines for a cigar factory (like New Jersey, for instance) and the production locale has nothing to do with the taste of your smoke! Flor de Filipinas is a premium, hand rolled, mild-medium bodied cigar made from the same top notch, imported Cuban-seed tobaccos that you love. Yes, Flor de Filipinas has an odd birthplace but at lower price per stick you can afford to be a little adventurous. You won’t be disappointed.

A great mild cigar; a simple pleasure

Friday, January 6, 2012 by Customer Reviews

nudz from Annapolis, MD reviewed the FLOR DE FILIPINAS LONSDALE GRANDE JAVA LONS GRANDE

I share it on fishing trips...

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

We’re so used to puros manufactured in the Dominican Republic, Honduras, and Nicaragua that it’s natural to look at a cigar manufactured in the Philippines with a little suspicion. But trust me friend, there are stranger places than the Philippines for a cigar factory (like New Jersey, for instance) and the production locale has nothing to do with the taste of your smoke! Flor de Filipinas is a premium, hand rolled, mild-medium bodied cigar made from the same top notch, imported Cuban-seed tobaccos that you love. Yes, Flor de Filipinas has an odd birthplace but at lower price per stick you can afford to be a little adventurous. You won’t be disappointed.

Wonderful Smokes

Friday, December 16, 2011 by Customer Reviews

DrMoose from Cheyenne, WY reviewed the PADRON LONDRES WITH ASHTRAY MADURO CORONA

This was perhaps the most perfect cigar I have ever smoked. Not one cigar in the entire box was anything less than perfect. And for all of that, the price was still reasonable.This was a smooth, mild cigar that drew consistently well, burned evenly, and lasted as long as most Churchills. I can find absolutely nothing bad to say about these cigars.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Flawless Wrapper, Good draw, No harshness, Smooth Mild Flavor
Cons: none
Best Uses: Special events

Padrón "#1 Best Selling Brand In America" Cigar Insider Magazine Poll. Padrón; one of the most respected names in the business, the yardstick by which other brands are measured, and the reigning king of Nicaraguan cigars! Padrón is a perfectly drawing, medium bodied smoke blended from Cuban-seed Nicaraguan long fillers and finished in your choice of Natural or Maduro wrappers. Padrón has an earthy aroma and pleases your palate with notes of dark roasted coffee and semi-sweet chocolate. Buy any size box of Padrón and receive a FREE Padrón ashtray (a $25 value)!

A fine Maduro smoke - smooth& flavorble

Sunday, December 11, 2011 by Customer Reviews

"Bobby D" from Cleveland,Oh reviewed the IGUANA ROBUSTO MADURO

I like to relax with a beer in one hand & a cigarin the other.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper
Cons: Construction Issues
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

Iguana, the super mild Dominican handmade cigar is now in a Maduro wrapper. The Black Iguana still sports the same beautiful blend of Dominican Olor and Piloto Cubano long fillers as its famous green cousin, making it probably the mildest, smoothest tasting Maduro you’ll ever experience. Available in boxes of 20.

Everyone Loves Chocolate !!

Sunday, December 11, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Dirty Harry from Kenhorst,PA reviewed the REMINGTON FILTERED CIGARS 2-FER NATURAL FILTERED FULL CHOCOLATE

I have cut back greatly because of economy. In the past I enjoyed Backwoods, then to Captain Black and now Remington.I still enjoy a real Partega or Mac from time to time.Chocolate is the best right now, like the flavor of the old TootsiePops,lol.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

Remington Filters are head and shoulders above other filtered cigars! Employing a secret and select blend of filler tobaccos and a wide variety of premium flavors, Remington Filters have something to offer to every connoisseur on the go! Remington Filters come packaged in 100mm hard-pack cartons and are available in your choice of Cherry, Chocolate, Grape, Peach, Rum, Strawberry, Vanilla, Menthol, Mild, or Full. You've had the rest, now try the best at this low introductory price. Get two cartons of Remington Filters in your choice of flavors for this low, low price!

Better than the original

Tuesday, November 15, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Montecriso Matt from Washington DC reviewed the MIDDLETON WOOD TIP NATURAL CIGARILLO

The wood tips are a nice addition to the Black & Mild family. I think they are far superior to the plastic tipped ones. The birch adds a nice touch to an already delicious smoke. Though I have not been a fan of the other flavors, I do enjoy the occasional flavor of other wood tipped Black & Mild's.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado, Special Occasion Smoker

Middleton Black & Mild cigars are a standard for cigar lovers around the world. Domestically produced, Black & Mild’s are especially popular in the United States. Thompson Cigar now offers the Black & Mild Wood Tip cigar in convenient packs of 5. This pipe-tobacco cigar has the aromas and tastes you have come to expect from the finest cigars, providing pure satisfaction from beginning to end.

Just about THE favorite

Monday, November 14, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Farmer Bob from Montevallo, AL reviewed the 601 BLACK LABEL ROBUSTO CONNECTICUT

Another 5-pack madness purchase. Finally got a chance to sit down on my back porch to watch my horses at sunset after a long day playing farmer... rewarded myself with one of these. Very smooth. They are classified as 'mild' but the flavor is very rich and spicy... My new BFF!

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Everyday if I could, Gifts, Special Occasions

Mix ANY 5-pack !
One’s lonely, two’s company, and three is a crowd… but five, well, five is a freaking party! Get ten, fifteen, even twenty and then you’re in imminent danger of having a good time (and perhaps having the cops called). Unless, of course, we’re talking about cigars instead of house parties. But hey, even if it’s your favorite brand name premium cigars that you’re surrounded by (instead of people) you can still have one hell of a good time, particularly at the prices we’re offering. Buy any two different five-packs and get 40% off of retail. Buy any three different five-packs and save 45%. And finally, in the spirit of the-more-the-merrier, when you buy four different five-packs, you’ll save an amazing 53% off of the average retail price. The more you buy the more you save! See all 5 pack fever items.

Please note that when you purchase 2 or more 5-Packs the packs must be different selections.

A favorite for an every day smoke

Monday, November 14, 2011 by Customer Reviews

CMANFISHIN from Chincoteague Island, VA reviewed the MIDDLETON WOOD TIP NATURAL CIGARILLO

The wood tip is environmentally safe and this company should do away with the plastic tips all together.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor
Best Uses: Everyday

Middleton Black & Mild cigars are a standard for cigar lovers around the world. Domestically produced, Black & Mild’s are especially popular in the United States. Thompson Cigar now offers the Black & Mild Wood Tip cigar in convenient packs of 5. This pipe-tobacco cigar has the aromas and tastes you have come to expect from the finest cigars, providing pure satisfaction from beginning to end.

I WILL BUY THESE AGAIN & AGAIN

Sunday, November 13, 2011 by Customer Reviews

"BOOMBOOM" from SPRINGFIELD , ILLINOIS reviewed the MIDDLETON WOOD TIP NATURAL CIGARILLO

I was introduced to these about a year ago.I do not smoke but I do like pipe tobacco , so now on special occasions I do enjoy these with the wood tip

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed, WOOD TIP GREAT
Best Uses: Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

Middleton Black & Mild cigars are a standard for cigar lovers around the world. Domestically produced, Black & Mild’s are especially popular in the United States. Thompson Cigar now offers the Black & Mild Wood Tip cigar in convenient packs of 5. This pipe-tobacco cigar has the aromas and tastes you have come to expect from the finest cigars, providing pure satisfaction from beginning to end.

Great hand feel..creamy, mild taste.

Monday, November 7, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Jake from New Hope, PA reviewed the SMOKIN 66 14 WHEELER NATURAL TORO

Surprisingly satisfying cigar with great draw that builds an impressive ash. Very mild..but not to the point of blandness. Generally like big ring cigars (La Gloria Cubana Serie R #6 and 7, Banker and CAO Black) and found this one in the same ball park, though on the milder side. Suggest a slice cut vs bullet hole due to ring size. Good value for the buck.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Ash, Undamaged Wrapper
Best Uses: Everyday, Long Distance driving, Poker Play
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

Ah, the age-old question of whose cigar is bigger… want to make the ultimate statement and put an end to this silly argument? Then the all-new Smokin' 66 from the makers of Bacchus and Escudo Cubano is exactly the cigar for you! Every stick in the Smokin' 66 line has a gigantic, astounding, eye popping sixty-six ring gauge (that's over an inch in diameter)! Smokin' 66 is a Dominican puro blended from creamy, mild-medium bodied long fillers and finished with either a Natural or Maduro wrapper. Smokin' 66 is available in four big sizes - 14 Wheeler (6" x 66), 18 Wheeler (6" x 66 Torpedo), Highliner (5" x 66), and Flatbed (4" x 66) – and come packaged in bundles of twelve. Order Smokin' 66 today and put all of your friend's small cigars to shame!

A Great Mild Cigar

Friday, October 21, 2011 by Customer Reviews

The Bear from Fort Wayne, IN reviewed the SWISHER SWEETS SLIM NATURAL CIGARILLO SWEET

Good when you don't have time for a lengthy smoke.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

Mild yet distinctly flavorful, Swisher Sweets are a favorite of cigar lovers everywhere. If you are looking for a tasty cigar that will consistently perform well, Swisher Sweets Slim cigars are the right choice for you. Available from Thompson Cigar in boxes of 50, you will enjoy your Swisher Sweets Slim cigars from the first puff to the last.

The very best Felipe for the money

Sunday, September 25, 2011 by Customer Reviews

super Dave from Athens Texas reviewed the FELIPE GREGORIO FUMAS TORPEDO CANDELA

This is the best mild cigar that helps me smoke the every day stress away.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Fabulous Felipe, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

Under a buck each!

That's because this short filler is made from the clippings of the spectacular Felipe Gregorio long fillers, the ones that sell for $6 to $7 apiece. Get the wonderful Dominican Olor wrapper that makes the Felipe Gregorio so deservedly famous. Buy more and save!

for the price seems better than $6 cigar

Monday, August 29, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Ron from Westport, Ct. reviewed the PIRATA 2-FER NATURAL ROBUSTO

excellent mild cigar for price ...seems to my taste more enjoyable than $6 plus cigars i"ve tried!

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Occasional only outside

Oh, the short but happy life of a pirate. Pirata landed on the shores of America during the cigar boom. Sporting its Dominican Olor long filler, Piloto Cubano binder, and Indonesian wrapper, it promised to take the land by storm. But it was not to be. It found itself pitted against more famous, well-established labels of equal quality with similar features. Good as it is – and it is, Pirata couldn’t establish its own beachhead. And now it’s the Pirata that must walk the plank.

But the manufacturer’s loss is your gain. With the demise of Pirata, you get to reap the spoils. This is in every way a fine cigar with an excellent pedigree, comprised of superior tobaccos and expert construction. And now it’s offered at a two-for-one bargain price, even less than that which a single box demanded during the boom. Pirata, now that’s booty of the best kind.

Enjoyed every moment of the cigar.

Friday, August 26, 2011 by Customer Reviews

big daddy from Oak Ridge, NC reviewed the THOMPSON GOLD LABEL 2-FER NATURAL CORONA

Very smooth,and good flavor. Enjoyed every draw.These cigars were so good that I smoke 2 or 3 a day.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Cons: Firm Draw
Best Uses: Events, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

Hey, we know it's tough out there. We at Thompson understand and, as always, we're here to help. Our all-new, Thompson GOLD Label, was created especially for you, our loyal customers, who want the maximum amount of cigar smoking enjoyment for the least amount of money. This is a creamy, mild cigar blended from Cuban-seed long fillers and finished with a Java wrapper. While supplies last, you'll get two bundles (40 cigars) of Thompson Gold Label for an extremely low price. Like I said, we're here to help!

What do you want for the price?

Friday, August 26, 2011 by Customer Reviews

FlyFishinMan from West Columbia, SC reviewed the THOMPSON GOLD LABEL 2-FER NATURAL CORONA

Purchased Thompson Gold and Red Label, both appear to be same cigar. Love the corona size. Best smoke anywhere for the price. Can't see paying bigger bucks for named brand corona's that aren't a bit better.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

Hey, we know it's tough out there. We at Thompson understand and, as always, we're here to help. Our all-new, Thompson GOLD Label, was created especially for you, our loyal customers, who want the maximum amount of cigar smoking enjoyment for the least amount of money. This is a creamy, mild cigar blended from Cuban-seed long fillers and finished with a Java wrapper. While supplies last, you'll get two bundles (40 cigars) of Thompson Gold Label for an extremely low price. Like I said, we're here to help!

gold is always a good buy

Thursday, August 25, 2011 by Customer Reviews

dino from brockton reviewed the THOMPSON GOLD LABEL 2-FER NATURAL CORONA

I play a lot of golf (6days). this is the most pleasant cigar I ever had.I enjot it very much easy to handel while walking on the course.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado, Cigar Aficionado, Special Occasion Smoker

Hey, we know it's tough out there. We at Thompson understand and, as always, we're here to help. Our all-new, Thompson GOLD Label, was created especially for you, our loyal customers, who want the maximum amount of cigar smoking enjoyment for the least amount of money. This is a creamy, mild cigar blended from Cuban-seed long fillers and finished with a Java wrapper. While supplies last, you'll get two bundles (40 cigars) of Thompson Gold Label for an extremely low price. Like I said, we're here to help!

A fine cigar to enjoy every day.

Monday, August 15, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Sandy from Berwick. ME. reviewed the THOMPSON UNIQUES TORO NATURAL

This is a fine mild cigar that I enjoy every day.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: I enjoy 2 to 4 cigars a d

From Lonsdale to Robusto, choose your favorite size. It’s entirely up to you. Whatever the shape, whatever the size, the price is the same. Even at several times the price, these beauties would still be a fabulous deal. Yes, this is one heck of a bargain! I doubt if you will find a value anyplace that beats this one. This is a true humidor-stuffer, a unique opportunity to stock up at bargain basement prices.

Good Overall smoke and value

Sunday, July 10, 2011 by Customer Reviews

GT from Bailey CO reviewed the IGUANA LONSDALE MADURO

I usually order the Iguana as my "house" cigar. I will sometimes try a new cigar for a change. I normally will give Iguanas out when I share a cigar with an acquaintence. I use all 3 wrappers.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor
Cons: Inconsistent Flavor
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

Iguana, the super mild Dominican handmade cigar is now in a Maduro wrapper. The Black Iguana still sports the same beautiful blend of Dominican Olor and Piloto Cubano long fillers as its famous green cousin, making it probably the mildest, smoothest tasting Maduro you’ll ever experience. Available in boxes of 20.

good smoke for a DHer

Friday, July 8, 2011 by Customer Reviews

SpeySpaz from Roy, WA reviewed the IGUANA MAMA MADURO PANETELA

a great spey fishing cigar. A briefer smoke with good body and flavor, not so long it interferes with casting or line shooting, as good near the end as the start.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Well Constructed
Cons: Wrapper Imperfections
Best Uses: Everyday

Iguana, the super mild Dominican handmade cigar is now in a Maduro wrapper. The Black Iguana still sports the same beautiful blend of Dominican Olor and Piloto Cubano long fillers as its famous green cousin, making it probably the mildest, smoothest tasting Maduro you’ll ever experience. Available in boxes of 20.