Reviews
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Date Added: Friday 17 February, 2012
King Edward Imperial Cigars - Pack of 5
by Stephen
I have smoked these in the past, but not seen them in the UK for a long time. I was keen to get reacquainted, and bought a packet of these and a packet of Invincibles. I have to say I was disappointed. I felt there was little flavour, it tasted plain and a little synthetic, more Castella than Henri Winterman. I think I saw a review here that rated the King Edward over the Henri Winterman. I often smoke the HW Half Coronas as a low cost alternative to the more expensive Cuban cigars(a more infrequent treat); while the HMs are also mass-produced by machine, for my palette I find they are much more tasty and distinctively flavoured, and also more firmly wrapped. To be charitable, maybe the King Edwards are just very mild, and that my taste has developed since I last smoked them. However, they aren't for me, and I shall be sticking to HM for my cheap smokes, unless anyone can recommend any alternatives!
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: Thursday 26 January, 2012
Had a box of these for my wedding day! All the reprobates with me thoroughly enjoyed them, takes round about an hour to smoke and too good to be rushed!
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.
Date Added: Monday 23 January, 2012
Jose L Piedra Petit Cazadores Cigar - 1 Single
by Benedetto
Nearly didn't buy these based on the last review, but all six that I bought were perfect. I'm on the hunt for a decent short smoke, and these fit the bill. I can understand Ash's comments though, as my experience with the full size Cazadores has not been so good.
Date Added: Monday 23 January, 2012
Jose L Piedra Cazadores Cigar - 1 Single
by Benedetto
I bought 5 of these along with 5 Nacionales and 6 Petit Cazadores, and was very disappointed with the Cazadores. None of them burned evenly and the draw was very poor. This is the second time I've bought this cigar, the first being very successful. I don't think, however, that after 4 bad cigars out of 5, I'll waste time on these again. The Nacionales and Petit Cazadores were much better.
