Reviews
Date Added: Sunday 10 June, 2018
Great little smoke. I was a massive fan of Indonesian cigarettes (especially unfiltered kreteks) when I smoked those, so I thought Id give this a try. Didnt disappoint. Nice sweet flavour, great draw and body. Iffy construction but held up fine. All in all gave me a nice 30 min break from the world!
Date Added: Saturday 09 June, 2018
This is my first ALEC Bradley, we got off to a little bit of a shaky start, but I’m pleased to say that things improved, very much so.
Normally at this point, I’d be writing something about the construction, but the packaging itself is stunning, it’s in your face and sticks two fingers up at the traditional cigar bands, giving you something different and unique.
Construction is simply excellent with a dark almost Maduro wrapper, and impressive attention to detail around the cap.
The unlit aroma is gorgeous, lots of pepper and chocolate, with some molasses and cedar thrown in for good measure and cries out for you to smoke it.
After application of a punch, it lit easily after a through toasting, producing a very strong and very peppery finish, that was way too strong for my palette. At this point it’s fair to say that I almost put it down to an incompatible choice, but as I’d loved everything about it, I felt I owed it to persevere.
I’m glad I did as a few minutes later it settled in and whist still strong, started to deliver a bit of dark chocolaty sweetness and s
.JPG "Vertigo by Lotus Big Boy Cigar Cutter - 64 Ring Gauge")
Date Added: Saturday 09 June, 2018
This cutter is functional, but nothing special - definitely representative of the price, but what can you expect for £2?
The blades are not very sharp, perhaps similar to my 10 year old well used penknife blade. I can press on them heavily with my thumb without any pain.
Mine came with what look like injection molding burrs on the body of the black plastic, these can be cut or sanded off in manufacturing easily, so this is a shame.
Also, there is a nick in the cutting edge of one of the blades. As far as I can tell is hasnt affected the sharpness or cutting ability of the cutter but again it is a shame that more care hasnt been taken in manufacturing.
The actuation of the cutter is surprisingly stiff, there is a remarkable amount of friction between the blades and the case. The blades do not move under gravity whatsoever, taking significantly more force than that to move.
There is no fault with CGars here, just the product itself. Their service was supreme.
Overall, Id only recommend this product if you cant spare the extra cash - just spend the extra money on a cutter that c
.JPG "La Invicta Honduran Maduro Cigar - 1 Single")
Date Added: Friday 08 June, 2018
Im currently smoking this cigar whilst drinking a Godfather (equal parts Johnny Walker Red and Disorano) which is quite a sweet cocktail.
I have always regarded La Invicta as a par for the course type cigar; meaning that whilst I enjoy them theyre never going to amaze you but that being said theyll never let you down either. I mostly smoke the Nicaraguan version of their robusto but this is the first time Ive had their Honduran range and any of their Maduros.
Straight out of the cello you can see it is well constructed and the wrapper had few flaws and a slightly toothy feel with minimal veins. The pre light was earthy and drew well with the promise of plenty of smoke. This was confirmed upon lighting and the cigar burned evenly with a nice white grey ash that held on quite well.
Like most of the Invictas I have smoked it wasnt hugely complex but did have a nice earthy flavour that finishes with a hint of pepper on the retro. As is expected of a decent cigar the flavours did intensify the longer it burned yet it wasnt unpleasant. As you approach the home stretch it does beco
Date Added: Friday 08 June, 2018
A wondurful cigar full of complex flavours and aromas, Everything about this cigar is well balanced, a perfect afternoon smoke.
Date Added: Saturday 24 March, 2018
One of the best I’ve had ,burns well lovely flavour on the nose & on the palate .highly recommend this one . Maybe a little strong for a novice but absolute value for money
