Expert: Bill Finck Jr. - 3/24/2008

Question
I recently sampled some Makers Mark Cigars and I loved them, However at over $10 per cigar, I'd like to find something a little more affordable to fit my budget.  Are there any comparable bourbon-seasoned cigars that are less expensive than the Makers Mark that you would recommend?

Answer
Ray,
Maker's Mark cigars are unique in that they are "seasoned" with bourbon, they do not have bourbon or bourbon flavor/aroma sprayed directly on the tobacco like most flavored cigars do. Instead, the filler used in Maker's Mark is allowed to rest in a conditioning room with real Makers Mark bourbon and the leaves slowly absorb the flavor and aroma. Unfortunately, there are no similar cigars in a lower price range. We sell Maker's Mark in boxes of 25 cigars, 10 cigars and 3 cigars with the price being right around $8 per cigar. That'll save you 20% from what you paid for the cigar you smoked,but is still a little pricey. Wish I had an alternative for you but there really is nothing else like them. If you'd like to order, the cigars are listed on our site at www.finckcigarcompany.com

Bill