Cubans

Are Cuban cigars really better than the rest? Some say yes, others no. Are they considered better because they are forbidden fruit? I must say, I enjoy a well rolled Cuban cigar. There is nothing like the distinct smell and taste of the tobacco. I think the Partagas brand is my favorite, followed by Montecristo and Saint Luis Rey. I smoked an Arturo Fuente Untold Story the other night while my friend smoked a Partagas Salomones. His cigar smelled much more flavorful and interesting. Don't get me wrong, the Fuente was excellent, but I could smell his cigar over mine!! Also, the construction and burn were superb!!

So, I would say Cubans probably are not better, just different. And be careful, if the local tobacconist tries to sell you a "real" cuban, be suspect. I've seen figures thatsay 90% of the cuban cigars sold in the United States are fakes. I had a guy in a shop try to sell me a maduro Hoyo!! And his Cohiba's came in a box with a glass top!

Have a great day, and I hope the new year is off to a good start!