Deeg Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 It could be one cigar, or two different ones... As I rebuild my stash, I note that I have a notable lack of angles among the residents of my tupperdor. My question for you is this - right now, what one torp/belicoso/#2 (basically any pyramid-shaped vitola) would be you grab to smoke young (< 2 years), and which to age 3-5 years plus? Basically I'd like to nab either a sixer or a 10-box of something to smoke through, and keep an eye out for a box to go long with. Maybe it could be a 25 of something versatile enough to fill both roles. I know the Serie P 2s have been on a good run, though I did note that El Pres listed the 10's as a "what's not" cigar for June. Where would you put your money? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stump89 Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 Monte 2s seem to be on a decent run as of late. Those might cover all the bases if you enjoy them. Still wouldn't hesitate to buy P2s if the quality is there. BBF for short term Diplomaticos 2 or Upmann 2 longer term 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zappaFREAK Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 ⬆️What he said! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovethehaze Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 P2, Monte 2 & BBF’s. Love me some BBF fit all above criteria 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 I am partial to the Upmann#2. More consistent than Monte2. Good to smoke young and has legs to age for years. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CooGAR Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 7 minutes ago, NYgarman said: I am partial to the Upmann#2. More consistent than Monte2. Good to smoke young and has legs to age for years. That'd be my pick. Upmann #2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 All of them can age a decade no problem. Upmann No. 2 and Unicos for the bigger ones. RJ Belicoso and Bolivar for the smaller one. SP Belicoso are better on the young side IMO. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CampDelta369 Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 The young BBFs I have had so far are solid. There has been quite a few offerings here on 24:24 and in the store. All consistently delicious. I think some boxes recently on this EOFY cycle too, at stupid pricing. The ‘14 MC#2 have been good so far with normal construction issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg Posted June 25, 2019 Author Share Posted June 25, 2019 Where would you put SCdlH Puntas on the young/aging continuum? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Presidente Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 Young: 2-5 Punta Monte 2 Dip 2 BBF Aged Upmann 2 SP Beli P2 CPE P2 and Sancho and BBF can swing both ways. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 1 hour ago, El Presidente said: Young: 2-5 Punta Monte 2 Dip 2 BBF Aged Upmann 2 SP Beli P2 CPE P2 and Sancho and BBF can swing both ways. What is aged? 5+ years? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Presidente Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 For me young = less than 3 Rested= 3 to 5 Aged 5 + 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky McSwensen Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 The hu 2 that I've been smoking with just 2 years on them are outstanding. I'm excited to see how much better they can get 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 I have box of Upmann #2 LUB 14 that are very good. Smoking them sparingly to see the evolution over the years. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamrandr Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 I had a really nice '07 Unico. It really aged nicely. Still had its legs but was well rounded. Just an absolute delight. I would reckon laying a box or two down of these will pay off 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg Posted June 27, 2019 Author Share Posted June 27, 2019 1 hour ago, teamrandr said: I had a really nice '07 Unico. It really aged nicely. Still had its legs but was well rounded. Just an absolute delight. I would reckon laying a box or two down of these will pay off I had a box of Famosos from around that time that matured beautifully. I’d certainly be tempted if a box of Unicom came up on the 24, but it would be a struggle to be patient enough... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Last night, I enjoyed a '17 Unico that was delightful. Last year, it was so-so. One year made a huge difference. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg Posted June 27, 2019 Author Share Posted June 27, 2019 I'm warming to the idea, but Unicos appear so rarely on the 24:24 they should probably be called Unicorns... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeypots Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 On 6/25/2019 at 10:36 PM, El Presidente said: For me young = less than 3 Rested= 3 to 5 Aged 5 + Thanks for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianbeaver Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 Depends on the the colour of wrapper and construction? Monte 2 pyramids and others can be terrific the day they arrive, then three years later. The specific “Aged” to me is up to 14 years then vintage after that. But really, five years or more can start me smiling. CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrouchoMarx Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 Monte2 hands down. A great smoke, lots of cocoa (if you like that) - and reasonably cheap, and easy to find. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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