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[Travellin Dave]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

[CigarGuy87]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

[jswaykos]

I had an Oval Connie after the EPC and it didn't stand up to it at all. 

[jswaykos]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

Ha, I just split a box of the robustos with Dan.  But I'd consider another half box.  They were that good.  Really only interested in the robusto, though.

[Travellin Dave]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

I already got a box, but get back to me later if you don't find anyone else to share with.

[CigarGuy87]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

Ha, I just split a box of the robustos with Dan.  But I'd consider another half box.  They were that good.  Really only interested in the robusto, though.

I still need to get some La Historias too...FML!

[jswaykos]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

Ha, I just split a box of the robustos with Dan.  But I'd consider another half box.  They were that good.  Really only interested in the robusto, though.

I still need to get some La Historias too...FML!

I still need to try the other two new EPCs that Dave gave me.

[CigarGuy87]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

Ha, I just split a box of the robustos with Dan.  But I'd consider another half box.  They were that good.  Really only interested in the robusto, though.

I still need to get some La Historias too...FML!

I still need to try the other two new EPCs that Dave gave me.

I feel like there were a lot of new cigars in 2013/14 - I honestly wonder if it has anything to do with the big tobacco legislation.  They just talked about changing the date from 2007 to 2014 new blends that would require all of the testing and documentation of ingredients - which would make me think that people are trying to get out products that were announced, or declared before the big legislation hits.  Not sure tho, either way they are still successfully targeting my pocketbook

[jswaykos]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

Ha, I just split a box of the robustos with Dan.  But I'd consider another half box.  They were that good.  Really only interested in the robusto, though.

I still need to get some La Historias too...FML!

I still need to try the other two new EPCs that Dave gave me.

I feel like there were a lot of new cigars in 2013/14 - I honestly wonder if it has anything to do with the big tobacco legislation.  They just talked about changing the date from 2007 to 2014 new blends that would require all of the testing and documentation of ingredients - which would make me think that people are trying to get out products that were announced, or declared before the big legislation hits.  Not sure tho, either way they are still successfully targeting my pocketbook

All I know is that tobacco is not an industry I'd like to work in. I also thought 2013 was a slow year for new releases, after a big 2012. So maybe 2014 just feels busy in comparison?

[CigarGuy87]

Morning, all.

Good mornin Joe

Morning, Shaun.  Had an EPC New Wave Reserva last night, definitely gets two thumbs up from me.  Loved it.  Obviously reminded me of the Short Run 2012 but it was heavier on the pepper.  Much richer, too.  And still mild strength, which was nice.  I know Dave had one yesterday, too, perhaps he can chime in.

That pretty much captures what I thought.  What stood out to me was the greater amount of pepper/spice (but never overwhelming) rich nuts and creaminess.  Solid oak/cedar foundation.

Thanks for the reviews guys - I need to get 5-10 of each it sounds like

Get a box....$122 for 24 toro with VIP.

You enablin?  Anyone wanna do a split?

Ha, I just split a box of the robustos with Dan.  But I'd consider another half box.  They were that good.  Really only interested in the robusto, though.

I still need to get some La Historias too...FML!

I still need to try the other two new EPCs that Dave gave me.

I feel like there were a lot of new cigars in 2013/14 - I honestly wonder if it has anything to do with the big tobacco legislation.  They just talked about changing the date from 2007 to 2014 new blends that would require all of the testing and documentation of ingredients - which would make me think that people are trying to get out products that were announced, or declared before the big legislation hits.  Not sure tho, either way they are still successfully targeting my pocketbook

All I know is that tobacco is not an industry I'd like to work in. I also thought 2013 was a slow year for new releases, after a big 2012. So maybe 2014 just feels busy in comparison?

That is very true...2013 seemed very boring, at least for the brands I seem to pay a lot of attention to.

[A Friend of Charlie]

So Mr. Mayor....you decide on rum or tequila for the evening?  I brought both so you don't have to decide now.  At least if I don't get too thirsty during lunch....tempting today.

I'm bringing a bottle of tequila.  Excited about it too.

[CigarGuy87]

So Mr. Mayor....you decide on rum or tequila for the evening?  I brought both so you don't have to decide now.  At least if I don't get too thirsty during lunch....tempting today.

I'm bringing a bottle of tequila.  Excited about it too.

You guys trying to make each others clothes fall off?

[A Friend of Charlie]

So Mr. Mayor....you decide on rum or tequila for the evening?  I brought both so you don't have to decide now.  At least if I don't get too thirsty during lunch....tempting today.

I'm bringing a bottle of tequila.  Excited about it too.

You guys trying to make each others clothes fall off?

I've been going through a bit of a dry spell myself....

[sfish]

So Mr. Mayor....you decide on rum or tequila for the evening?  I brought both so you don't have to decide now.  At least if I don't get too thirsty during lunch....tempting today.

I'm bringing a bottle of tequila.  Excited about it too.

You guys trying to make each others clothes fall off?

Hey, I call "No-Homo" but let's just see where things go

[jswaykos]

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    Sunday, December 21 at all four of our tasting room locations
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    Special Victory at Sea menus at Miramar and Little Italy

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