4 smokes, different cuts
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roland_7707
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Has anyone had the same stick, size and all and smoked em using different cuts? One guillotine, one punch, v-cut..etc? Just wondering if the flavor is affected by the draw.
Just wondering.
Just wondering.
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There is method to this that does affect how much smoke is drawn with a different cut which is why there is so much talk about what constitutes the best cut on a cigar. I like a V Cut with a cutter that "scoops" instead of cuts straight across...not all V Cuts are alike which is why one is called a "Cats Eye" cut. The Boston Cutter V Cut is such a cutter as it starts with a shallow cut and in the middle it goes deeper and then finishes with the same as when it started. If you want to have more smoke from a draw with a guillotine cut then just cut off more but if you go past the cap you'll probably get a cigar that unravels but you'll get a ton more smoke.
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I dont even have that many cutters to my name. But i dont think it would make a world of difference.
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I understand about the draw. But does the flavor get influenced by the cut? To me a small punch would only draw a small amount of smoke through it, affecting flavor. Ill have to use my pocket knife and start cutting lol.
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yes it does. it will change where the smoke hits your tongue. this does impact the flavor to a degree. it is one of the reasons why i like a classic cut with a double guillotine. when i used to use a punch the smoke would be further back in the mouth and (for me at least) it seemed to increase the spice level. also... the draw is looser with a larger opening meaning i can pull off of the cigar in a more "soft" manor keeping the cigar from heating up.roland_7707:I understand about the draw. But does the flavor get influenced by the cut? To me a small punch would only draw a small amount of smoke through it, affecting flavor. Ill have to use my pocket knife and start cutting lol.
