Reviews
Date Added: Wednesday 07 March, 2012
A very common question answered, Do I remove my box of 25 tubed cigars from their tubes before putting them in my humidor, the answer is YES, so what's the reasoning behind this definite answer, Tobacco is an Hygroscopic material which has the ability to absorb or release moisture depending on it's local environment if the environment is humid the cigar will absorb moisture until it equalizes with the environment if the environment is dry the cigar will release moisture, so that's the science lesson finished, the next variable is quality control in an ideal world all tubed cigars would contain the ideal moisture level and the sealed tube would maintain this but we don't live in an ideal world so you have the possibility of tubed cigars even out of the same box being under humidified, ideal or over humidified, so basically you take pot luck as to the condition of your tubed cigars, so what do i do to get consistency, put the untubed cigars in a correctly set up humidor around 68 RH and around 18c temperature, from the science lesson the under humidified cigars will take on moisture an
Date Added: Friday 02 March, 2012
Chinchalero Chicos Cigar - Box of 25
by Ronald
Bought one of these Chicos and a La Invicta Panatella with the idea that, having smoked them both i would then decide which bundle of 25 to purchase. I went for the Chicos as i found the La Invicta a little harsh, and although slightly more expensive i thought it 'smoked' cheaper. The Chico and La Invicta both smoked for app 45 minutes, ash held slightly better on the Chico. If you want a 45 minute break from the world go for the Chicos.
Ron B, Doncaster
Date Added: Thursday 01 March, 2012
Cohiba Coronas Especiales Cigar - 1 Single
by Alistair
Castro's favourite and I can see why. Although the draw feels tight the burn is even and its light yet creamy smoke plentiful enough for you to get over this. As far as flavour goes, this cigar exibits the typical Cohiba spice but with a much sweeter chocolate note than in any other Cohiba I've tried. Earthy coffee flavours become prominent after the first 1/3 (following the chocolate 'topping' its like the cappucinno of cigars!). I'd love to be able to say that this is a perfect every day smoke, however at £16 a stick, I'm not that flush... still, this will go down as a firm favourite (hopefully the one I've left in the humidor will be even better).
Date Added: Saturday 11 February, 2012
Cohiba Siglo I Cigar - 1 Single
by Alistair
I've had a couple of these in the past and was a bit disappointed by the experience as I do enjoy the flavours of a good Cohiba, however last night I found one hiding in the humidor and thought I'd give it another go. In the short time it has spent in there it already displayed a marked improvement over others I've had (bearing in mind the others we smoked more or less straight from a walk in humidor). The wrapper was nice and oily and once lit it gave off the typical Cohiba aroma (albeit slightly less spicy). The draw was smooth and provided plenty of velvety, rich smoke, and the burn was consistent throughout. In terms of flavour the main characteristics were a savoury woodiness and mild sweet spice, accompanied by a note of cocoa. Overall I found this a delightful smoke and I'm planning to get a few more, but I'll be sure to let them sit in the humidor for a while before I start on them.
Date Added: Saturday 28 January, 2012
Cohiba Club Cigarillos - Pack of 10
by Peter
lovely 10 minute smoke with great Cuban tobacco flavors, treat this small cigar like a cigar, draw slowly and draw about once a minute and you will be rewarded with a great smoke, but smoke like a cigarette you will ruin the taste and waste your money.
Date Added: Monday 23 January, 2012
Chinchalero Picadillos Cigar - 1 Single
by Benedetto
Surprisingly good for the price. Nice, simple light, smooth flavours and a pleasurable experience.
I stood in a Baltic breeze coming in off the River Clyde and the ash held for half of the cigar, and the burn was very even. Will definitely buy again.
