Henry Clay
I got one of these for free recently and decided to relive some memories of shelling out 30 bucks for one of those 10-cigars-and-a-humidor deals back in the day, and smoking the predominantly Altadis/General smokes that came with the bundle in my back yard. Those were some great years. I've also been curious about Henry Clay given Pete Johnson's association with the brand, although this wasn't one of the "tattoo" marques. I figure, despite any stories in the press, it must just be Pete exploring possible avenues depending on how things develop with the FDA.
These types of smokes are the Coors Lights of the cigar world. Decent construction and nothing offputting or offensive, but nothing much else going on, and that isn't breaking news. I maybe got a faint floral note here and there with this one. I was actually pretty impressed at how void of flavor this was. Saying it was mild bodied isn't really accurate, because I've smoked plenty of mild sticks that have decent complexity. They just have a quiet voice and don't get all up in your face with that complexity. When you light something on fire and smoke it, it really should taste like something. Even Marlboros have a flavor. They must be putting a lot of effort into making these taste like nothing. Maybe Seinfeld is blending these cigars. (and for the record, I could taste the beverages that accompanied this cigar just fine, so it isn't COVID killing my taste buds. thanks for your concern.)
And that is probably by design. These are the perfect sticks for guys who aren't really aren't into the hobby and just want something to blow smoke rings with at a bachelor party or poker night
(provided they know someone who will allow them to smoke at these events, that is.) These will do the job nicely and allow one to exhale a smoky substance into the air and project a certain look with no nasty aftertaste to harsh anyone's mellow. It goes without saying that even at this price point, there are better offerings for ppl who enjoy premium cigars, but all the same it was a nice trip down memory lane.
Body: Can you call no flavor "mild bodied?" Someone get Socrates on the horn.
Strength: Bachelor Party
Rating: Altadis
Happy Thanksgiving!