Reviews
.JPG "Fratello Classico Fuoco Cigar - 1 Single")
Date Added: Friday 22 May, 2026
Got this as a mystery cigar a couple of months ago (only getting around to it now as I don't get the chance to smoke that often). I'm very new to smoking cigars but here's my 2 cents - construction was solid, verging on tight. I used my perfecdraw tool once and and that loosened it up well. Ash held up very well too, and it was bordering hard to ash, creating a pyramid when I did. Aroma off the smoke is very rich and pleasant.
First 3rd was actually very bitter and tasted almost burned, not sure where the comments on creaminess came from, but I struggled to taste much at this point other than strong smoke. Retrohale was spicy and little else.
The second 3rd smoothed out and my palate got tastes of wood and some sweetness which was quite pleasant. It needed a couple of touch-ups at this point as it started to burn unevenly.
Never managed the final third as the strength suddenly kicked my ass out of nowhere like I owed it money, and I couldn't finish it haha. It lasted about an hour for me to this point, but I probably should have slowed down due to the strength..
Date Added: Thursday 21 May, 2026
Initially 2 star but the final third bumped it to 3. A bit of a spice to it which lasted at the back of the throat through the first and second thirds. A little too sharp for me and definitely delivers a kick. I much preferred the smoother creamy profile in the final third which maintained even with the heat at the end. An even burn and a little tight at first but no issues. Not for me but if you like spice and white pepper, this may be what you're after.
Date Added: Thursday 21 May, 2026
Enjoyed this blend in it’s 5cl variety. Very smooth and enjoyable on the palette. Hints of spice and other delectable notes. Glad I tried this brand. I look forward to purchasing the full size product soon.
Date Added: Wednesday 20 May, 2026
Great cigar , & great smoke.
Recently got this within the BBQ sampler , and was really surprised with it.
I wasn't expecting much... As I've never heard of the brand or heard anything/seen a review on the blend.
But yeah it was a great , great smoke.
Burned evenly throughout nearly all of it , had to retouch about half way down just because of a slight tunneling , it was only a tiny alignment error in the roll & quickly aligned once the retouch was done. a
Aside from that single issue though the roll quality was great & draw was excellent , and the profile was great too.
Fantastic taste on the retro-hale, great spice notes there especially in the 2nd & 3rd quarters I found.
I personally had this alongside a sweeter coffee , & personally I found the cigar sang great that way.
Great earthy notes , good spice & nice cocoa notes there in the 1st & 2nd quarters too.
Would definitely recommend , a great smoke for the price.
Date Added: Wednesday 20 May, 2026
Beautiful looking cigar, dark chocolate brown, slightly toothy wrapper, nice even fill, nice band, really compliments the dark wrapper.
Cut with a single V, draw was easy and consistent throughout, smoke output was massive and incredibly dense, surprisingly cool throughout considering the easy draw.
Lots of chocolate upfront with a subtle sweet edge, shifts to a dryer, bittersweet dark chocolate alongside cacao powder and roasted nut, ends with dry leather and dark roasted coffee beans with just a touch of pepper. Solid medium body, slight throat hit but I'd say low strength.
Ash was pretty flaky but it held for a half inch or so, burn line was a touch wobbly but didn't cause any issues and didn't require touch ups or relights,, definitely worth buying, probably worth buying in bulk if you can as an everyday smoke.
.jpg "Fonseca KDT Cadetes Cigar - 1 Single")
Date Added: Tuesday 19 May, 2026
Call this my walking cigar. Very light and unfortunately I get through this very quickly. But a great introduction to cigars for anyone starting out and a very good price for a cuban cigar. I always have a few of these sat in my humidor. No frills but you know what you are getting with these
