Sounds good. Unfortunately my immature stomach couldn't handle Oscuro the only time I tried it. I've only been buying the blend kits but more recently have been interested in coming up with my own.
Is it possible the Oscuro was over-hydrated? Just wondering, I made a mistake like that when I first started here. It'll turn to a harsh, tangy taste when it sits too long in water turning the leaf bad. I had to throw mine out.
If it was just a taste thing, definitely go with your personal tastes so you can blend the perfect cigar for you!
Thanks for the advice Dave. I'll give it a shot and see.
Just adjust for your own taste buds, if it's too strong, just blend down. Maybe try a small corona or two until you achieve the strength you're shooting for. (Wrappers/binders have a more dominating flavor in smaller RG cigars, so keep this in mind).
For those who prefer milder cigars without losing flavor, the Piloto Cubano Seco can definitely be used to tone down a blend while still getting the flavors from stronger leaves. Just use ½ to ¾ in filler and less of the stronger ones. The Piloto should be in soon. I know there's some tobacco that's due any time now that had a slight delay.
For those that Corojo Seco (PCS works too) and want an even burn, try a double binder with it, or as a double under binder. Thicker binders or wrappers should be very dry before storing, but not to the point of cracking.
