Reviews
Date Added: Tuesday 24 January, 2023
Ardbeg An Oa - 46.6% 70cl
by Mark
Not generally a huge peaty whisky fan but I had been wanting to try this An Oa, not what I was expecting. Although packed full of smoke, it wasnt totally overwhelming. Perhaps Ill have to try out some more Ardbeg expressions.
Date Added: Monday 24 February, 2020
Ardbeg 17 Year Old Vintage - 70cl 40%
by Leanne
This release in not unknown to true Ardbeg fans as it was around for 8 years, before being discontinued. Once you gently approach this dram, you will notice it doesn’t contain the big, bold classic Ardbeg smokiness. I can say the age mellowed down its character, not making it less complex though. Silky and oily mouthfeel, sweet peat, tar, cream soda notes and lots of vanilla on the palate. Unbelievably well balanced and gentle.
Date Added: Monday 24 February, 2020
Ardbeg 10 Year Old - 46% 70cl
by Reece
A classic Islay dram. I really enjoy the light and smoky character this scotch has. Powerful flavours develop on the palate; salt, bold smoke, honey and tropical fruit notes. Lingering coastal notes and heavy peatiness on the finish. Definitely not for the faint-hearted, but a good place to start for anyone that enjoys heavily peated malts.
Date Added: Saturday 01 July, 2023
Antonio Gimenez Panatela Cigar - 1 Single
by Ishmail
Perfect for a short time quick smoke, smokes well and holds the flavour throughout.
Date Added: Tuesday 23 January, 2024
Currently somking the Alec Bradley Orchant Seleccion (last 3rd), this was suggested by a nice chap from the St James's St branch of C.Gars. I found this to be a very aromatic (pleasant smell). In terms of taste notes (this subjective) I found it to have an ever so slight sweetness, I tasted pepper notes and spicey notes, will need buy again (all though a bit above my budget) to taste the coffee (espresso) note. Construction very well made I did have to touch it up and relight a few times but probably due to me rather than the cigar itself. I always find myself finding difficult to strike the delicate balance of not smoking too fast as the cigar does get hot and leaving it too late for the next puff (I am getting there). The smoke was very creamy. I love the spiceiness on the lips and tip of the toungue especially when retro haling.
I found all the cigars I have bought from C.Gars to have a creamy smoke to them be it a small 32 ring gauge or the bigger 40+ ring gauge cigars. The friendly chap did mention to me that the Mayfiar branch have more of the cigars I was after which w
Date Added: Monday 25 February, 2019
Antonio Gimenez Corona Cigar - 1 Single
by Brandon
I often say the best thing about a cigar is the company you have when smoking one and the memories you gain whilst enjoying it and boy, does this cigar give you just that. I was just enjoying this cigar whilst in conversation with a splendid chap I met at the bus stop, and thanks to this cigar, the memory will last forever. He said the smell of the smoke coming off the cigar really did give him the impression it was quality and hes absolutely right. An excellent even burn and a great taste, this cigar is worth every penny.
