Reviews
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Date Added: Monday 27 October, 2025
Great beginner smoke.
It felt consistently packed throughout and burned straight as an arrow. Initial scent out of the box was very mild and upon lighting the flavour followed suit.
Draw was easy and the smoke was thick and creamy. Would make a fantastic cigar for someone unsure about them as the length is much less daunting than a full size Churchill. The ring gauge provides the feel and experience of a larger cigar without the pressure to finish it if you decide it isn’t for you. The aftertaste wasn’t overwhelming and didn’t linger for too long either. I didn’t notice any change in flavour throughout the cigar which was a little disappointing personally.
Overall, I will definitely be keeping a few of these in the humidor for those friends and family that are unsure where to start.
Date Added: Saturday 18 October, 2025
Brilliant construction! A very enjoyable stick. I would not say it is as strong as other robustos but that does not take away from the amazing experience. Tasting note - walnut, espresso at the beginning, followed chocolate and leather, then the end pepper. Overall, it is amazing keeping into account the price as well. This is now one of my go to humidor top ups.
Date Added: Saturday 18 October, 2025
Absolutely lovely smoke. Will be adding more to the humidor soon. Quality construction. Ticking all the boxes for me.
Date Added: Tuesday 14 October, 2025
Cohiba Shorts Cigar - 1 Single
by Shaun
As someone who is fairly new to the world of cigars, I recently had the opportunity to try a Cohiba Short, and it was an interesting experience overall. From the moment I opened the pack, I was impressed by the presentation. The cigar felt well made, with a rich aroma that hinted at quality tobacco. For a beginner like myself, that initial scent alone was enough to spark some excitement and curiosity.
Upon lighting, the draw was smooth and the smoke output was satisfying, especially for such a compact cigar. The flavor profile started off rich with earthy notes and a hint of spice that added some character. I could definitely appreciate the craftsmanship and why Cohiba has such a strong reputation among cigar enthusiasts.
That being said, I did find the harshness a bit stronger than I expected, especially toward the middle and final third. As someone who is still developing a palate for cigars, the intensity caught me slightly off guard. While it wasn’t overwhelming, it did remind me that the Cohiba Short is still a bold and flavorful smoke despite its small size.
Overall, I
Date Added: Sunday 12 October, 2025
This was my first time trying Camacho and I was very pleasantly surprised. Well made, it burned straight and clean all the way down until the final third where I had to relight it once. I spent an enjoyable hour with this cigar and will be adding it to my rotation. Highly recommended if you have not tried these.
Date Added: Sunday 12 October, 2025
I took a punt on the £10 mystery cigar and I wasn't disappointed. I left it in my humidor a week before lighting it up. It's not a vitola I would normally pick but it was a cracking smoke. Great construction and a really creamy taste on the retro-hale. Definitely worth a try. I paired it with an espresso.
