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Originally posted by Simon Bolivar
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Just out of interest, why 5 years? Personal preference or is there some consensus on when these sticks start to come into their own? -
No hard numbers but a lot of people wait 3-5 years to let sticks balance out (my general rule is 3 years minimum but sometime I smoke fresh as well).Originally posted by UncleJoe View Post
Some sticks from some years (especially 2012) smoke well young, some dont.
Some taste great after 2 years and poor after 5, go flat (often refered to as the 'sick period') and then come back after 7-10 years. This is one of the joys of collecting and smoking. It is also one of the frustrations when starting out.
An example is the R and J Duke (2008) I smoked recently. When young these were great but the one I had a few days ago was completely flat. I would describe it as 'really sick' and will revisit the box in 2 years. Sometimes you go back and a metamorphosis has taken place and they have been reborn into something new and wonderful.
Another example is the cohiba sig VI I had last night. Strong, ,fruity, creamy and just begining to be balanced. Imho this box will get better for at least the next 10 years and possibly much longer (20-30 years). It is also possible that I could smoke one next year and it will be flat.
Do a search on the forum and you'll find loads of threads on the subject. Feel free to jump on an old thread if you want to continue the discussion.Originally posted by Simon Bolivar
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Very useful to know, thanks! I'm perfectly happy to collect boxes and try them at different ages - not so sure the missus would approve of the extra expense though....Comment
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Don't tell her!Originally posted by UncleJoe View PostOriginally posted by Simon Bolivar
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