This review originally appeared on my blog, my apologies for a cut-n-paste as my first entry here, but why re-invent the wheel? This one was already written.....review follows:
Macanudo HRH Prince Philip
Without a doubt, this is a special-occasion cigar. 7 1/2", 49 ring, this classic Dominican-filled Churchill is available in the original "cafe" (Connecticutt shade) wrapper, or in Maduro and Robusto versions.
The cafe version is a delight to any cigar smoker. Mild and creamy from start to finish, the slightly oily wrapper has almost no "tooth" at all. The satiny finish is a delight between your fingers.
Delicate undertones of oak, nut and spice, and so mild that even a novice cigar smoker can smoke it right down to the band. This is probably one of the few cigars that actually goes well with champagne, assuming your champagne isn't $3 per bottle Roget. Try one with a glass of Chandon Brut.
Easy to light, easy draw, and a smooth, even burn with a firm, snowy-white ash, all hallmarks of a truly great cigar.
For those with more "educated" palates, try the Robusto version for an easy start and a powerful finish.
At six bucks a stick and up, it's way too pricey for an everyday smoke, but for those special occasions, you can't go wrong here. I usually keep a couple on hand in the humidor.
Macanudo HRH Prince Philip
Without a doubt, this is a special-occasion cigar. 7 1/2", 49 ring, this classic Dominican-filled Churchill is available in the original "cafe" (Connecticutt shade) wrapper, or in Maduro and Robusto versions.
The cafe version is a delight to any cigar smoker. Mild and creamy from start to finish, the slightly oily wrapper has almost no "tooth" at all. The satiny finish is a delight between your fingers.
Delicate undertones of oak, nut and spice, and so mild that even a novice cigar smoker can smoke it right down to the band. This is probably one of the few cigars that actually goes well with champagne, assuming your champagne isn't $3 per bottle Roget. Try one with a glass of Chandon Brut.
Easy to light, easy draw, and a smooth, even burn with a firm, snowy-white ash, all hallmarks of a truly great cigar.
For those with more "educated" palates, try the Robusto version for an easy start and a powerful finish.
At six bucks a stick and up, it's way too pricey for an everyday smoke, but for those special occasions, you can't go wrong here. I usually keep a couple on hand in the humidor.
