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Stogie Guys: Why Ten is the new Twenty

I came across a really interesting article today on StogieGuys.com about the (somewhat) impractical size of a boxes of cigars. To summarize the article: “I don’t need 20 cigars in a box.” The honest truth is, for most of us that are committed to cigar smoking enough to even consider buying a box, we’re likely to smoke a wide variety of cigars, which includes online purchases, store purchases, and gifts from friends. Factor all of this in, and buying a box of 20 can, as StogieGuys points out, take years to smoke.

If you’re a more well-to-do cigar smoker, I know what you’re thinking: “that’s why I age my cigars.” Quite understandable. But for most of us, StogieGuys has a point: ten is just fine.

Read the full article here.

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Matthias Clock: Brand evangelist, digital marketer, cigar and spirits expert specializing in consumer tasting and educational events. Matthias made the long trek from his hometown of Portland, Oregon to New York City in 2007, and in nine years has hosted more than 120 events and helped promote and launch dozens of cigar and whiskey brands in the U.S. In 2016, he joined the Cigar Journal Tasting Panel, blind-reviewing pre and new release cigars.

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Svetlana says:

February 19, 2016 at 6:25 am

.. Your not a weenie, just lucky/smart to have not stretad chewing at 12 plus I have an addictive/weak personality! FYI:My Ring Gauge and Strength statement is a generalization and not meant to offend .. if offended get a thicker skin. I didn't care for the Diesel Shorty which is both a 60 Ring and Super Full . it was that Super Full and I didn't care for the profile (it did smoke well). I'd choose the Padilla Hybrid Maduro and the El Mejor Espresso Gordo which are 60 ring but medium over the Diesel Shorty because they have a better flavor profile! Plus on the upside they are both $1.50 cheaper per stick over the shorty!I recently ordered some Padilla 68 Golden Bears (60 Ring) so I'll get a chance to see how they match up to the Robusto vitola?