Vital Stats:
Vitola: Robusto
Length: 4.5″
Ring Gauge: 50
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Dominican Corojo
Filler: Dominican Republic/Nicaragua
Factory: E. León Jimenes Tabacalera
Blender: Guillermo Leon
Number of reviewers: 5 Ian (Sp@rky426) Craig (WyldKnyght) Emmett (rhetorik) Myles (MylesT) Robert (NavyPiper)
Price: $6.50
Contributed by: Derek (lilninjabuddy)
Initial Impressions
Appearance: 88
Aroma: 88
Construction: 88
This cigar felt a little hard, it had some medium sized veins, and a nice chocolate brown color. -Craig (WyldKnyght)
The aroma is fantastic, Im getting mostly chocolate with a little fresh tobacco. -Emmett (rhetorik)
It looked like it was wrapped with two different wrappers, both in color & texture. A couple of the seams were pretty rough, but it was solid with no soft spots. -Robert (NavyPiper)
First Third
Flavor: 89
Strength: Medium
Body/Complexity: Medium
Nice spice character, with backing notes of cocoa and cedar, especially the latter. -Myles (MylesT)
This cigar started out with a good draw, even burn and a nice solid dark ash. There was lots of creamy smoke and sweet smoked wood and almond flavors. -Craig (WyldKnyght)
Second Third
Flavor: 88
Strength: Medium
Body/Complexity: Medium
Slight harshness here and there, but otherwise pleasant. Same spice tone from the first third, but leanin more toward leather and black coffee here. -Myles (MylesT)
The burn has gone a little wonky but the flavors are still amazing. It has transitioned into a more woody flavor of oak and Im getting some leather and cream now. Just amazing. -Emmett (rhetorik)
Final Third
Flavor: 89
Strength: Medium
Body/Complexity: Medium-Full
No changes for me, it had the same peppery cedar all the way through - Ian (Sp@rky426)
This I think was my favorite third. After a mellow pleasant start, followed by a Power Shot on flavor intensity, this third was the relaxing third I guess you could say. Intensity of the flavors toned down quite a bit, maybe a little softer than the first third. The floral/perfume flavor is still top dog, but began getting a hint of black pepper at the end.
Overall Impressions
Draw: 89
Burn: 89
Overall Strength: Medium
Overall Body: Medium-Full
Nicely constructed burn and draw very good but flavor wasnt something that fit my profile. Too much spice for my liking and a very strong stinky smell while burning. -Ian (Sp@rky426)
This was a good cigar. Id probably smoke it again, but would not go out of my way to track it down. -Craig (WyldKnyght)
This cigar was very impressive, one of the best smokes I have had in a long time. The transitions were bold and eventful, the flavors were full but not overpowering. Everything was in balance. If I do not already have some of these in my collection I will seek them out. -Emmett (rhetorik)
It was ok. Not amazing, not terrible. Just ok. -Myles (MylesT)
This was an interesting experience for me. Almost like the story of the Ugly Duckling in a way. I wasnt super impressed with the looks or construction, but was really surprised by the flavors. I havent had many floral/perfume tasting cigars in my time, but this was interesting, and glad I got to try it out. Dont know if I would buy a box, but I did enjoy this stick. Worst part was the appearance/construction, as the wrapper started coming loose in a couple of different places . -Robert (NavyPiper)
Overall Experience: 88
Smoking Time (in minutes): 63
Total Score: 88 (Good)
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Vitola: Robusto
Length: 4.5″
Ring Gauge: 50
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Dominican Corojo
Filler: Dominican Republic/Nicaragua
Factory: E. León Jimenes Tabacalera
Blender: Guillermo Leon
Number of reviewers: 5 Ian (Sp@rky426) Craig (WyldKnyght) Emmett (rhetorik) Myles (MylesT) Robert (NavyPiper)
Price: $6.50
Contributed by: Derek (lilninjabuddy)
Initial Impressions
Appearance: 88
Aroma: 88
Construction: 88
This cigar felt a little hard, it had some medium sized veins, and a nice chocolate brown color. -Craig (WyldKnyght)
The aroma is fantastic, Im getting mostly chocolate with a little fresh tobacco. -Emmett (rhetorik)
It looked like it was wrapped with two different wrappers, both in color & texture. A couple of the seams were pretty rough, but it was solid with no soft spots. -Robert (NavyPiper)
First Third
Flavor: 89
Strength: Medium
Body/Complexity: Medium
Nice spice character, with backing notes of cocoa and cedar, especially the latter. -Myles (MylesT)
This cigar started out with a good draw, even burn and a nice solid dark ash. There was lots of creamy smoke and sweet smoked wood and almond flavors. -Craig (WyldKnyght)
Second Third
Flavor: 88
Strength: Medium
Body/Complexity: Medium
Slight harshness here and there, but otherwise pleasant. Same spice tone from the first third, but leanin more toward leather and black coffee here. -Myles (MylesT)
The burn has gone a little wonky but the flavors are still amazing. It has transitioned into a more woody flavor of oak and Im getting some leather and cream now. Just amazing. -Emmett (rhetorik)
Final Third
Flavor: 89
Strength: Medium
Body/Complexity: Medium-Full
No changes for me, it had the same peppery cedar all the way through - Ian (Sp@rky426)
This I think was my favorite third. After a mellow pleasant start, followed by a Power Shot on flavor intensity, this third was the relaxing third I guess you could say. Intensity of the flavors toned down quite a bit, maybe a little softer than the first third. The floral/perfume flavor is still top dog, but began getting a hint of black pepper at the end.
Overall Impressions
Draw: 89
Burn: 89
Overall Strength: Medium
Overall Body: Medium-Full
Nicely constructed burn and draw very good but flavor wasnt something that fit my profile. Too much spice for my liking and a very strong stinky smell while burning. -Ian (Sp@rky426)
This was a good cigar. Id probably smoke it again, but would not go out of my way to track it down. -Craig (WyldKnyght)
This cigar was very impressive, one of the best smokes I have had in a long time. The transitions were bold and eventful, the flavors were full but not overpowering. Everything was in balance. If I do not already have some of these in my collection I will seek them out. -Emmett (rhetorik)
It was ok. Not amazing, not terrible. Just ok. -Myles (MylesT)
This was an interesting experience for me. Almost like the story of the Ugly Duckling in a way. I wasnt super impressed with the looks or construction, but was really surprised by the flavors. I havent had many floral/perfume tasting cigars in my time, but this was interesting, and glad I got to try it out. Dont know if I would buy a box, but I did enjoy this stick. Worst part was the appearance/construction, as the wrapper started coming loose in a couple of different places . -Robert (NavyPiper)
Overall Experience: 88
Smoking Time (in minutes): 63
Total Score: 88 (Good)
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