Dougthesnail

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This totally won't open the door to more illegal sales and criminal activity around selling Tobacco.

Something will happen eventually, especially with the world becoming more and more connected. Cubans will eventually demand freedom or they'll have a leader far removed from Communism.

I don't have photos but at the LCDH at Half Moon Bay Resort in Jamaica the shelves were quite bare. They had every Cohiba Vitola, Monte 1935s, Monte Edmundos, Open Masters, RYJ wide and short Churchill 10s, and a couple boxes of Partagas shorts. For my first LCDH experience I was surprised how empty it was.

Isn't that misleading to say top 5 from 2021? Those are all aged examples not produced in 2021. Fair if they were the best cigars you smoked, but most cigar buyers won't have access to well aged Cohibas.

It initially popped up as "Not official Habanos S.A." I returned the cigars, but I was checking photos on my phone today and decided to check the code again, and sure enough it came up as SIGLO VI.

Bumping this old thread. I checked the serial number previously showing not registered and today and it popped up as Official Habanos S.A.

Just not worth it at current prices. I recently saw a retailer advertising CoRos for over $1000 USD. I can get 3-4 boxes of excellent cigars for that price

Hello, all I plan on visiting Havana for the first time this spring (April) after the college semester ends. I'd appreciate some information from anyone that has travelled recently. 1. How has COVID-19 impacted activities? Are normal tourist attractions closed or limited in operations because of this? 2. As a non-spanish speaker how difficult will communicating be? 3. I know the CUC has been phased out. Do the local stores accept CAD, USD, or local Pesos? 4. What are the best places to stay and the rates? Hotels? or AIrbnbs and hostels? I want to avoid resorts an experience Havana 5. Are any Cigar factories open for tours? 6. I've heard cell service is non-existent for U.S providers. How about Canadians? 7. What are some tips for first timers? and how can I make sure I am being charged fairly? 8. Best places to experience the local cusine 9. Must bring items I apologize if these questions are asked frequently. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Got my refund from the seller and visted an official LCDH on the island.

Way too much. It was a sealed box, so I didn't inspect before purchase. I suppose we all learn lessons the hard way gents. Thanks for your help!

Any dead giveaway?

I uploaded some higher quality pictures.

Bought a box of Siglo VI at Taj Mahal Duty Free in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Suspect because the label on Habanos S.A does not show up as authentic and the box code is OCT 08–I know they did not use the hologram band at this time. The bands look really good though. Hologram, consistent lettering all cigars are consistent construction, triple cap, etc.

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Can't wait to try the Choix Supreme and Punch Punch. Monte 2's look outstanding as well.

I'm with Philc2001 on this one. Leave it open enough so air can enter and escape, until your ideal humidity is reached.

They definitely need a bit more time. Overall some classic RASS flavours; gingerbread, dates, fresh black pepper, earthiness and a hint of coffee, however a little strong in the earthiness and pepper department, I'd say 3 months minimum to help them mellow.

I have an APR 16 box of RASS from our lovely host purchased last August. Should I let these sit for a while longer or is it within the window to start smoking?

Anything by Eagles... but Desperado stands out.

I always find it very entertaining when Sir Laurence cuts a quarter inch off of the cigar and brings out that comically oversized torch.

Monte 2 10's from 24:24 absolutely gorgeous.

Coming from a Canadian we have some of the worst CC prices around. It's why I buy from here most often, even though duty is a killer. For some of my favorite smokes Monte 2, RASS it would cost me $950 and $700 respectively after taxes.

In my experience distilled never worked for me. Try putting a couple of clean wet kitchen sponges in tupperware containers, or buy some boveda 84% seasoning packs. Cheers!

Education 8/10 Started my film career! Took a few courses with a master screenwriter and learned alot... still more to learn. Writing constantly, somethin new every week. Have a few offers to write television series that hopefully get greenlit (crossing fingers) and I am currently developing my own series. Began acting last month, loving it so far... hopefully it continues. Reading 6/10 Started off strong, fell off hard. Less Drinking 10/10 Nearly cut booze out all together. Only occasionally have 1 or 2 drinks with friends. Fitness 9/10 Started at the tail end of last year and continued throughout. Could even bench press 65lbs, now at 225, unfortunately did not reach my year end goal of weighing 185lbs Currently at 173... but up from 144 at the beginning of the year. Wet shaving 2/10 Can't resist those artisan soaps. Cigars 6/10 While I have opened up my pallet and discovered many new cigars and FOH My wallet is a fair bit lighter. Shame I didn't discover this place earlier... could've saved a lot of scratch.