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Discussion Contest: Christmas Plans

Discussion Contest: Christmas Plans

Happy Wednesday, folks! 

I hope everyone is having an amazing December so far.  And, hopefully, getting ready to top it all with a better last half than the first! 

As we approach this fine Christmas season, I’m super curious to hear what you’ve got planned: 

What do you plan to smoke on Christmas day?

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Myself, I brought a few coffins with me to share with the guys.  We’ll be smoking Steve Saka’s Unicorn and some Zino Platinums.  Even though it’ll be cold outside, I wanted to bring something that makes the smoke pit feel a little more like home with a touch of luxury. 

Coffins for Christmas

Coffins for Christmas. Please forgive the poor image quality 

I figure it’s a win/win for everyone.  I’ve yet to smoke a Unicorn, and they’ve yet to smoke these particular Zinos!  This rotation I’ve just got a couple of coworkers that are helping me pass the time with a good cigar when the weather and time permits, so it’s easier to prepare a few niceties than with a bigger crowd. Also, at least one of these Zino Platinum Z-Crowns came in the Small Batch Cigar of the Month Club - and that's just awesome! 

Tell us all about your plans! 

  • Are you smoking with anyone in particular? 
  • How ‘bout those beverage choices? 
  • Anyone smoking both stogies and meat? 
  • Looking forward to escaping between festivities or have something else planned? 

Cheers to a great rest of your week and a very Merry Christmas!

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12/18/2019 7:44 AM
I’ll be cranking out a Zino as well!  After a fancy start, I’ll probably transition to festive smokes with green/red on the band or maybe even a candela.
Alcoholic milkshakes will also be on deck.   Vanilla ice cream, brandy, Kahlua, and fresh nutmeg on top.
12/18/2019 8:20 AM
I have a single Viaje Holiday Blend from last year still wrapped in the candycane  foil. I’m going to smoke that Xmas Eve. On Xmas day I plan on smoking a Diamond Crown Maduro, and a Bespoke DOTW.
Hopefully SBC has some killer cigar promos so I can stock up. I’m s sucker for freebies.
12/18/2019 8:37 AM
I have a nice little line up for this Christmas patio smoke session. Probably toss some Christmas classics on the iPad like “Die Hard”. Each cigar is for one of the kids that is going to be away for the holiday.  
Liga Privada 9 with Diplomatico, Crown Heads Four Kicks LE with Russell 10 year, and Herrera Esteli Inktome with Café Bustelo. We visit some family so I’ll pack some Nica Rustica or Patina Precipitation for those “Let me sneak outta here” moments.
12/18/2019 9:12 AM
I plan on smoking with a few sisters and brothers of the leaf at the lounge that I frequent. As far as libations, crushed grapes (wine) during this holiday break AWAY from my students. LOL! Going to smoke a few lanceros including the Cavalier Genève Black Series II and My Father La Promesa, then I'm smoking whichever way my mood swings from the light to full strength.
12/18/2019 9:28 AM
On Christmas Eve, I plan on smoking the DOTW Pony Express, got a 4 pack last month and have been patiently waiting to try.  For Christmas Day, I have a Viaje Candy Cane that I got last year in a SBC sampler that I plan to enjoy.
12/18/2019 1:31 PM
I was just in Florida last month and am already missing the weather, so to comfort myself, I will smoke some cigars from El Titan de Bronze (Sun Grown) and Rodriguez Cigars of Key West.
12/18/2019 2:18 PM
This will be my son's first Christmas. It is also my birthday on the 25th--can't wait!
12/18/2019 2:21 PM
If I get a chance to smoke on Christmas, it’ll likely only be one in the morning. And given the guaranteed time crunch and chilly weather, it’ll probably be something on the shorter and less expensive side. Maybe a DOTW Pony or Bespoke Traditional Robusto.

Merry Christmas to you all!
12/19/2019 8:46 AM
Christmas is always a very hectic time of the year for us. Lots of traveling and visiting with family. If I do get a chance to sneak away and smoke a cigar it will likely be Christmas Eve. I have a couple good ones I've been saving.
12/19/2019 10:32 AM
Made a pit stop at the La Casa Del Habano in San Jose, Costa Rica, so this year I’ll be treating myself to either a Hoyo Le Hoyo de Rio Seco or a Bolívar Belicosa Fino. That is if I can hold out that long without smoking them first. Luckily my family doesn’t smoke so I can keep these Christmas gifts all to myself.
12/19/2019 11:25 AM
Ill be heading down to Texas and probably gonna lite up a little tat black, OG release. Maybe follow that up with a grinch special aka #NLMTHA. Looking forward to warm weather that's for sure. Bon Natali!
12/19/2019 2:08 PM
Smoking a prime rib for Christmas, then after dinner smoke with the father n'law.  VSG and Padron 1926 from the small luxuries sampler.  Probably pair them up with Glenlivet 12 and lil buddy heater.
12/19/2019 3:07 PM
More than likely going with a Quesada Oktoberfest 2016 or a CH Le Careme. I'm just big on the sweet tasting cigars so it'll be an after dinner one for me. It's gonna be cold but that's what the firepit and 3 layers of clothes are for. Oh and milk stouts from the local brewery.
12/19/2019 5:59 PM
Escaping to Charleston, SC for Christmas.  Gonna light up a couple, for sure.  A couple quick ones to break from family festivities.  Probably a BLTC S&R corona and the new RomaCraft Baka.  Happy Holidays, y'all!
12/19/2019 6:54 PM
Not sure yet usually, wait until the time to pick something out.  Mostly because I live in South Louisiana and it could be cold or hot on Christmas day and that will help me decide.
12/21/2019 2:42 PM
It'll be a Davidoff WC Late Hour while waiting up for Santa on Christmas Eve, and an Opus X Shark after dinner on Christmas Day. Happy Holidays!
12/21/2019 4:14 PM
Just getting home from the hospital with a baby girl 😊 I’d like to think I’ll get a Christmas/celebration smoke in this week but I have my doubts lol.  Great if I can and great if I can’t.  Hope everyone has a happy holidays!
12/22/2019 6:59 PM
Congrats to Jim!  And many thanks to everyone for participating.  Cheers to a Merry Christmas!
12/23/2019 9:49 AM
Got a Davidoff Millenium, Yamasa, and Nicaragua lined up for that day to be paired with a Balvenie sampler. It's gonna be a great Christmas here. As for unicorns? Not too sure. Going to have to dig through my humidor but I'm thinking a Black Irish.
12/25/2019 6:05 PM
Smoking a La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull. A gift from my wife a few months ago. Wow!
And a glass of Bookers bourbon. Merry Xmas
12/26/2019 4:56 AM
My mother in law gave me some of Steve Saka’s Red Meat Lovers, so after work today I’m picking up a steak and firing it up to eat while I give it a try!