Smell: The Top 5 Best Smelling Cigars

Whether it be a political revolutionary, NBA legend, Hip-hop mogul, or even myself as the Chief editor of this publication, there is one vice that cultured and refined men partake in from time to time to unwind and on occasion bring in a celebration…a damn good cigar. The long history and art of cigar smoking and the wealth of knowledge that has followed it can be traced through the tobacco leaf like the lifelines on your palm. The realm of  cigars is a place where the quintessential gentleman who may or may not consider himself to be a regular smoker can become a guru of the leaf like a connoisseur to his scotch. Some may say that smoking is a nasty habit, and that in it’s own right can be substantiated through much medical evidence.

However, those who do indulge still savor the smell of  a prime Nicaraguan or Dominican Robusto or Corona. And for the true aficionados who have the efficient means and pull, the highly sought after Cuban cigar is the smoke of choice.

Contrary to popular belief not all cigars taste as they smell, and not all cigars smell as they taste. There lies a differentiation between the wrapper leaves that encompass the filler and the varying strengths of tobacco within the cigar. Experts will tell you that the darker the wrapper, the sweeter the flavor, and the lighter the wrapper, the less flavor will be garnered. In addition, the part of the tobacco plant where the leaves are grown from, and the soil it is grown in have a significant effect on the flavor of the blend.

A practice among cigar smokers is the classic pass beneath the nose. Through this one can identify the full-bodied cigar that will offer an elongated experience from the milder, smoother cigar that may provide a quick, enjoyable smoke for on-the-go. Over the past year, I’ve grown accustomed to sharing a Churchill or on occasion a luxurious Toro with business associates and friends, and so here is a brief list of my personal Top 5 cigars that exhume the best scent over good conversation and libations. Helpful Tip: A seasoned smoker always has a lighter on hand, and a cutter in the breast pocket

#5 Olivia Serie V Double Robusto. A Full-bodied flavor in a cigar that offers a dark, creamy tobacco flavor, along with a delectable note of espresso and dark chocolate. Price Range: $8-$10

#4 Montecristo Classic #2 Box-Pressed. Wrapped in the highest grade of Conneticut shade wrapper, this Dominican supercharged version of creamy, familiar Montecristo mellowness offers a consistent smoke with each draw. It provides the taste and aroma of cocoa and spice, making this Medium strength cigar an instant classic. Price Range: $13-$15

#3 The Olivia Cain Nub 464 Cigar. This Nicaraguan bullet-shaped cigar is ideal for an enjoyable smoke when time is short. Offered in 2 wrapper choices and sizes, the dark brown Maduro wrapper offers a sweeter smoke with rich notes of cocoa, leather and spice. Price Range: $7-$8

#2 Romeo Y Julieta Reserva Churchill. A great cigar for special occassions. This smooth blend of Dominican long fillers creates a mild, to medium long filler. Wrapped in an aromatic Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, the novice to the most seasoned smoker can waft in the clouds of a vintage blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan tobaccos. Price Range: $6-$7

#1 Ashton Cabinet Selection #6. Ashton Cabinet Selection is handcrafted and masterfully blended by the makers at Arturo Fuente Cigars. With a balanced infusion of three to four-year-aged Dominican tobaccos, this Ashton cigar provides a first-rate smoke. Price Range: $9-$10

For more information on these cigars and others visit www.famous-smoke.com

Written By:

J. Thompson