Aging Report: Tatuaje Drac

[Adam Hughes]

Although 8 month isn't quite enough time to be considered "aged", I still felt it was necessary to touch base with a cigar that I enjoyed so much during the later part of last year.

Slated for today was…

Tatuaje Drac
Size (Shape): 52 X 6.75 (Torpedo)
Estimated year of Production: 2009
Packaging: Cab (Coffin) of 13
Origin: Nicaragua

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First Third: Nothing too special. Open was very similar to a Cojonu or Reserva. Classic Tat flavors with a predominate flavor of chocolate.

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Middle Third: This is where the flavors really opened up. It reminded me so much a J21, but with a little extra. "Bonfire" like flavors: wood, meat, and rich tobacco. I can honestly say that I tasted chocolate chip cookies. Unfortunately the burn was a little haywire from here on out.

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Final Third: Not much of a transition from the middle third. Picked up more spice. The finished seemed to go on forever.

Overall Impression: With all the hype surrounding this cigar, I was expecting something great. And I wasn't let down. Having smoked a hand-full of these, I think that they are consistent enough to be consciously considered for long term aging. Pete blended a real winner here, and I am really looking forward to his third Monster Series release.

[ctaylor]

Great review and pics. These have been calling my name latley it has been hard not to give in and let em sleep a little longer. I think its time to try another now.

[scottYDucati]

Very nice review. These are definitely coming around nicely. I too have enjoyed these very much.

[Clint]

I am debating on whether or not to open the black bag that they originally came sealed in. (Coffin is not in the humi...Nice convo piece in my home office)

On one hand, they are more collectible unopened.

On the other hand....I WANT TO SMOKE ONE!!!!!!

[SkinsFanLarry]

Adam, thnaks for your review, how much additional time do "you" think they need?

[Doctor Zhivago]

Wow these look great. I know tats are hard to come by, but are there any internet sites with deals on these Dracs? Thanks.

[jjon90]

Great review Adam! Thanks!

[Le Buzz]

Wow these look great. I know tats are hard to come by, but are there any internet sites with deals on these Dracs? Thanks.

not really Doctor Zhivago... not really :sadcry:

[pnoguy]

I've got two of these that I picked up in trades. I'm really itching to smoke one, but on the other hand, I told myself I was going to let them rest for a year or so. Decisions, decisions......

[LiLo]

nice review, thanks! i smoked another one like a month ago and i wasn't that impressed.

[njstone]

Great review, thanks for the update! I keep hearing this same report from people who've smoked these recently! I hope to burn one shortly after I'm reunited with my cigars :)

[terrantheman]

Nice review! My buddy finally smoked one of these being that he hadn't yet since he was letting them air out of there terpentine caked boxes, lmao! Being the first he said it sucked to where he literally pitched it after the 1st 3rd... too bad it seems these are so hit or miss and very little consistency, seems very much like a cuban limited edition which are just notorious for there inconsistency and that's why I don't buy them anymore.

[srduggins]

Thanks for the review, looks like it might be time to smoke another one.

[Reeve11]

nice review!

I was given and smoked one tuesday night. First 1/2 was fine but nothing too special, second half the flavors ramped up and were very nice.

I've got 2 more that I'm holding till Oct.

[Adam Hughes]

waiting for 7/4 to smoke the next one. Thanks for the review.

7/4?.....

[Adam Hughes]

Adam, thnaks for your review, how much additional time do "you" think they need?

It's hard to say....

They are smoking great now, And I wouldn't feel guilty lighting another one up. At the same time, I don't see the flavors going south anytime soon.

Whether you smoke it now, or wait until the time is right, you won't be disapointed.

[dpricenator]

Wow these look great. I know tats are hard to come by, but are there any internet sites with deals on these Dracs? Thanks.

I have a handfull of these, and have no tsmoked one yet. I have been saying i'm gong to wait until the 1 year mark. I'll tell you what. Make it to my house for a smoke some time and we'll both smoke one. that way I still have 1 for halloween and a couple for long term.

Thanks for the update on these Adam.

[srduggins]

I have a handfull of these, and have no tsmoked one yet. I have been saying i'm gong to wait until the 1 year mark. I'll tell you what. Make it to my house for a smoke some time and we'll both smoke one. that way I still have 1 for halloween and a couple for long term.

Thanks for the update on these Adam.

Let me know if this happens. I'd love to join you (I can bring my own) plus I've got a couple of other sticks for you.

[BigFoot]

I totally agree with the review, I smoked one a week ago, and besides the burn issue it was a great smoke. I loved it. Glad I have a couple more!





7/4?.....

Just a guess, Ill throw it out there, maybe he's talking about July 4th??

[daniyal]

Thanks for a great review I will hold on to the one I have for now I guess.

[cigarlvr]

I just smoked one and it was great. It didnt burn straight but the flavor was great.

[whodeeni]

Sounds like you need to go searchin for singles!


I am debating on whether or not to open the black bag that they originally came sealed in. (Coffin is not in the humi...Nice convo piece in my home office)

On one hand, they are more collectible unopened.

On the other hand....I WANT TO SMOKE ONE!!!!!!


Thanks for the Update Adam!

[Psojka RP,601]

thanks and great review man! i also tasted some J21 flavors in the drac

[rick12string]

Thanks for the review Adam. Nice pics too. I smoked my one and only with about 5 months on it and thought it was fantastic. Would like to get my hands on another one. If I remember correctly some were saying the Boris was even better. Never had one so I couldn't say for myself. Maybe when I join the ranks of the employed again, one of my fine brothers may be willing to sell 1 or 2 of each. That's if they're not all transformed to ashes by then. LOL

[dpricenator]

Thanks for the review Adam. Nice pics too. I smoked my one and only with about 5 months on it and thought it was fantastic. Would like to get my hands on another one. If I remember correctly some were saying the Boris was even better. Never had one so I couldn't say for myself. Maybe when I join the ranks of the employed again, one of my fine brothers may be willing to sell 1 or 2 of each. That's if they're not all transformed to ashes by then. LOL


The boris is better than most NC sticks I have smoked this year.

[scottYDucati]

I'd say the Boris is the best of the monster series so far IMO but I never had a chance to smoke the Frank fresh. It had over a year on it when I lit it up.

[rick12string]

The boris is better than most NC sticks I have smoked this year.


I'd say the Boris is the best of the monster series so far IMO but I never had a chance to smoke the Frank fresh. It had over a year on it when I lit it up.

That's what I heard. :yes:

[SmokeMyDog]

Great review dude, I wish I could get my hands on a few of these sticks.