mgravito Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Hi everyone. I've decided I want to try some tubos and I was wondering where I should start. Are there any that are good now or are there any that could use some age that I can stash that will be better down the line? I'm just looking for some guidance, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habanolover Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Hi m, you didn't indicate your flavor profile preference in original post...that would help others to point you in the right direction. However, one of my favorites is the H. Upmann Coronas Major. Relatively cheap n cheerful, they can offer deep Upmann flavors of creamy coco, cedar and tobacco goodness. I've honestly never had a bad one and need badly to restock. Also a BIG Partagas fan but I was disappointed with my first try of the Coronas Senior, many like them, but they left me wanting. My .02, I hope you find what you like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUBANO Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Buy a few different single tubos from *****IT, and see what you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riazp Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 is there any specific reason why you want to try Tubos specifically? you pay a premium for the tube itself. But if you are going in that direction Mag 46s in tubos are very nice, so are the PSD4s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgravito Posted November 1, 2013 Author Share Posted November 1, 2013 You're right, I didn't. My tastes are sort of all over the map. I don't like that sort of ashy/earthy flavor on the finish of a Party Shorts (also similar to a Tat Black Petit Lancero, Herrera Esteli) as an example. I do like that creamy coco/tobacco profile that you're describing. I'm not a big fan of pepper, only a tingle on the retrohale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgravito Posted November 1, 2013 Author Share Posted November 1, 2013 is there any specific reason why you want to try Tubos specifically? you pay a premium for the tube itself. But if you are going in that direction Mag 46s in tubos are very nice, so are the PSD4s I wanted to try some tubos partly because I like the vitolas themselves and partly because I like having a few that I can throw in my shirt pocket and go. So I'm looking more in to some of the less expensive tubos. Also in terms of aging some, I am curious to see what a tubo party 4 vs a box party 4 tastes like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainQuintero Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 The H.Upmann corona major is probably a great place to start, cheap, rich creamy tobacco, mellow and soft flavours with sweetness and character Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gigabyte056 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 A buddy recently gifted me some Romeo no2 tubos that are excellent. Velvety reddish brown wrappers and a very rich smooth flavour. Not sure if I got lucky with these but if I had paid for them I would be extremely happy. You got lucky, the reddish hue is a good indicator they will be good. Most of the time they are crap IMO, sad since it is the starter cuban cigar for most as they are available anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troels Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 I've enjoyed hoyo de monterrey coronation a lot - cheap and tasty. They smell figue-like at cold like a good Virginia pipe tobacco and have a nice twang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramon_cojones Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 never met a tubo i liked, i avoid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpInSmoak Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Recent Punch Punch Tubos have been great in quality (the ones I received at least). I bought them for transportation purposes as well. The tubes obviously are made for corona gorda, but petit coronas fit nicely in them as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hebbe72 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Must mention the Boli tubos #2. An excellent cigar IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion21 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Bolivar Royal Corona Tubos are much better than the boxed version of the cigars (based on my sampling). I have never ever had a BRC Tubo I didn't think was great to excellent ( I have gone thru almost 4 boxes in the last 2 years). They also have the pepper you say you like, along with espresso and sometimes a nice sweetness. They can be earthy, but they are worth a try. You can only get them in boxes of 10, so it's an easy and cheap investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lant63 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Recent Punch Punch Tubos have been great in quality (the ones I received at least). I bought them for transportation purposes as well. The tubes obviously are made for corona gorda, but petit coronas fit nicely in them as well. XXX2222 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactochris Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 I am also a big fan of the H Upmann Corona Major. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgravito Posted November 1, 2013 Author Share Posted November 1, 2013 It's funny I've never had a Punch. What is the flavor profile? I've tried just about every other marca besides Punch and Vegueros. Can you describe it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikB Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Romeo no 1& 2 - got me through the nineties ... but H Upmann Mag 46 in a tube will blow you away.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo1 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 I'd go with the H Upmann Coronas Major also, actually enjoyed one today from Sep '12, great smoke and easy on the wallet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpInSmoak Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 It's funny I've never had a Punch. What is the flavor profile? I've tried just about every other marca besides Punch and Vegueros. Can you describe it? Punch Punch to me is a smooth medium body stick. Creamy toasted tobacco with a bit of a kick strength wise. I find that they share some similarities with the H Upmann marque. If that helps at all..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garbandz Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Young tubos are sharp tasting and agressive in my experience. I find that it slows the ageing process being in a tube,and I seek out older tubo smokes for this reason. I also find mold much more often in tubo sticks.I have seen more threads about mold in tubos than in boxes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC4 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Siglo VI tubo and Punch Punch Tubo are excellent in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzbass Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 A buddy recently gifted me some Romeo no3 tubos that are excellent. Velvety reddish brown wrappers and a very rich smooth flavour. Not sure if I got lucky with these but if I had paid for them I would be extremely happy. Here here.. X2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallclub Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Siglo VI tubo and Punch Punch Tubo are excellent in my opinion. Because Siglo VI and Punch Punch are good cigars - the tube doesn't change the blend… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk05 Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 I do like that creamy coco/tobacco profile that you're describing. I'm not a big fan of pepper, only a tingle on the retrohale. Sounds like you would enjoy the Monte tubo. Young Siglo tubos have been surprisingly good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bresdogsr Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 The H Upmann Corona Major stands out for me. I hvae only been gifted a few, but they are on my must buy list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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