Conquistador Corona Cigar - 1 Single

I might give this one another pass considering other favourable reviews but other than good construction (if a tad loose) this was a rather unpleasant smoke on this occasion. First inch or so was uncharacteristically harsh, almost breathtakingly so and the waves of soapy smoke carried similar sharp, unpleasant whiff of tobacco, grass and wood, mixed into soul crushing scattered blend of flavours. It developed further and relaxed somewhat but this remained a much heavier cigar than expected and without ever really earning stripes for being full bodied. Some flavours certainly appeal to particular smokers but I will wait a while before trying Conquistador again even if pound for pound this is indeed a lot of fairly well made cigar.

As stated by Andrew, you get a lot of cigar for the money. The build quality is flawless and the burn was perfect and sharp. The flavours were exactly like the usual dutch cigars (Woody and a tad sweet) and the draw was a bit too loose for me but an excellent cigar for the money. Lasted about 45 mins.

Kept in humi for a coupla months, sandwiched between two vanilla cigars. Pre light feel: firmish & even. Draw was nice & easy. Starts off very very mild, but flavours soon start to develop. (Don't ask me to describe flavours) You get a lot of cigar for your money. It was sweet & satisfying. Will order more.