Reviews
Date Added: Sunday 28 July, 2024
Score: 6/10
Smoke time: 100 minutes
Appearance and Construction:
The cigar has a visually appealing, dark wrapper with a slight oily sheen, indicative of a well-aged leaf. The construction seems firm but presents some challenges, as evidenced by the difficulty in maintaining an even burn throughout the smoking experience.
First Third:
From the initial light, the cigar exhibits deep, rich, full-bodied flavors. The profile is robust, with dominant notes that likely include dark chocolate, espresso, and perhaps a hint of leather. The smoke is thick and creamy, delivering a satisfying mouthfeel. The ash is initially solid, holding well, which speaks to good construction at the outset.
Second Third:
As the cigar transitions into the second third, it becomes tricky to keep the burn even. This section may require some touch-ups to maintain an even burn line. The flavors remain intense and full-bodied, but the need to relight suggests a slight inconsistency in the filler tobaccos or construction. The ash starts to lose its stability, indicating a change in the burn characterist
Date Added: Saturday 27 July, 2024
I wouldn't bother buying another, draw is way too tight on all three I have smoked so far, there's very little to write home about in terms of taste and it isn't worth the premium for me. Also, the thing just wouldn't stay lit, without vigorously chugging on it very minute. There are much better options from it's Cuban cousins. Final third was the best, as it has largely loosened up by then, but does little to save this one.
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Date Added: Saturday 27 July, 2024
I am shocked that no one else has reviewed this cigar! I usually smoke Cohibas and other cigars in the higher price brackets. This cigar has blown me away! Im actually stuck for words in describing the heavenly taste of this cigar. It has such complex aromas and flavours that it is hard to pin it down to specifics. Nice spice but not too much, dark chocolate, expresso tones and the construction is 1st class. I have not had to burn this cigar more than once and it burnt perfectly the whole way to the head. I don't usually smoke a ciger much past the band, but this ciger I used a nubber! My new favourite cigar if I want a full bodied cigar.
Date Added: Saturday 27 July, 2024
Always great to find a new cigar that's up to scratch.
Strong, rich coffee and bitter notes.
Very smooth.
Will happily be restocking more of these in the humidor
Date Added: Saturday 27 July, 2024
Each of the 4 cigars had a very very tight draw, even when a draw enhancer used.
Date Added: Saturday 27 July, 2024
For me the wrapper was very sweet and it was overpowering. The burn was good though and so was the draw.
