There is a major differnce between a cheap cigar, and a cigar that is cheap. To break it down further, there is a major difference between a low cost cigar and a low cost cigar that tastes cheap.
At BFT we sell a few cigars that are under $3. ALL of these cigars are low cost, but not cheap. The few off the top of my head are Flor de Gonzoles Lonsdale ($3), Cuban Rounds Maduro ($2.50), and the JC New Factory 59s ($1.50). All have good flavor, quality wrappers, and smooth burns.
I recently had the opportunity to smoke a Gurkha Prize fighter, $1.89 at a local cigar chain. I was attracted by the price tag, especially for the Gurkha line. I really enjoy their symphony line BTW.
Unfortunately the price tells the story. This is a cheap cigar, that tastes, feels, and smokes cheap. The wrapper feels and tastes papery, and that carries over to the mouth feel. The cigar burns surprisingly fast. I feel the the filler used is cheap and too dry. A minor disappointment from an otherwise good producer.
My recommendation, come in and we'll get you a low cost, good cigar, or pay the couple extra dollars for a better cigar. Remember, you get what you pay for.
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