Had the Sol Cubano Artisian Tonight. I read a few, um "Mediocre" if that's what you wanna call them, reviews and figured I'd fire it up and give it a chance. As i'm sitting here with a NASTY after taste, I can definitely say I second EVERY review I've read on this cigar so far. The other one I have will be resting for a LONG time. I wasn't impressed in the least. Best thing i could say about this one... Um the ash did hold tenaciously. Beyond that, It had a decent start kind of reminded me of Southern Comfort Pipe tobbaco as I'm a bit of a pipe smoker as well. But this quickly fizzled into a bland cigar altogether. Overall I wasn't impressed. I'll have to smoke a Ghurka Titan tommorrow night to make up for tonight's dud.
Sounds like a real bummer wilbr. I almost don't want to smoke the Artisans that I have for fear that they look better than they smoke. Well, at least if mine are no good, I didn't pay for them, so there is that much.
Last night was the Man O War robusto. This cigar was absolutely fantastic!!! It started peppery and full bodied...the draw was perfect and the cigar burned very well. About 2 inches in the cigar mellowed considerably and it was just a pleasant nutty and flavorful smoke with a pepper finish to the nub. Maybe one of the best smokes ive ever had the pleasure of enjoying. I know this cigar wont be around long...so imma buy my box soon!
my dad is in town. time for some good cigars. cigar #1: 5 cegas cask. these were my last two. it was a good decision. i may never get to smoke one of those ever again. DAMN YOU SHORT RUN CIGARS!! wonderful. id make the same decision again.
my dad is in town. time for some good cigars. cigar #1: 5 cegas cask. these were my last two. it was a good decision. i may never get to smoke one of those ever again. DAMN YOU SHORT RUN CIGARS!! wonderful. id make the same decision again.
Tonight was the local Rodriguez torpedo. This has consistently been a pleasant cigar, though I must say they are much better fresh than with a bit of rest. Here's what I like about these cigars, when he rolls them, he gives each cigar a light mist of cognac, the cigar tastes like a cigar without any cognac infusion, but the wrapper leaves a sweetness on your lips that is just wonderful. Good cigar for relaxing after a particularly difficult day.
I just had an Avo Domaine #30, and wow, is this a good cigar. I'd give it a full review, but with a bit of my summer cold still lingering, I don't want to short change it. Instead, I'll just say it had terrific flavor, the burn was even, and although the draw was just a bit loose, it didn't smoke itself at all. I got a good 1.5 hours out of it. Avo is one of those brands that was always just under my radar, somehow. The Domaine caught my eye for some reason about a month ago, so I ordered up a fiver and I'm glad I did.
I should also add that -- unless my remaining stuffiness fooled me -- this is the cigar I would pick if I were going to smoke in a public place where people might find cigar smoke offensive. It has a very floral, not unpleasant secondhand smoke.
Highly recommended.
On a personal note: man it's nice to be able to taste things again.
I had me two cigars today, whoopee! In the early evening I had a Camacho Havana robusto. My first experience with this was not so great, I smoked one straight out of the mailbox and it just was not good, but me being one to not give up so easily, I let the remaining ones rest for a spell and boy did it make a world of difference. Without going into much detail, this was a pretty good cigar.
I just finished up with an Ashton 6.9 x 48, they call it the Prime Minister... kind of a dumb name IMO. But it was a good cigar. The construction was absolutely flawless and the draw was perfect with just the right amount of resistance. Now this was a bit more mild than I usually like, but it did come into its own about 1.5 inches in. The flavor profile is one I'd have to describe as floral, with maybe a hint of woodiness. I enjoyed it but I don't think its a box purchase kind of cigar for me as I would not smoke this with any regularity, but I can see keeping a few on hand. Smoking time was about 90 minutes. My thanks go to Pilot711 for this one, this was one of the cigars he sent me in the PIF a while back.
ON saturday i bought for the first time MAXX freak cigars and I must say for me and my golf partner we both did not enjoy them nearly as much as the MAXX Vice. The freak was a way stronger smoke and was hard to stay lit for me. Gonna have to go back to the Vice as I enjoy a lighter flavorful cigar!!
I'm in Boston dealing with this weather in the northeast today. Have to fly to New York then Los Angeles. If I ever make it to the west coast this evening I have a nice R.P. Vintage 92 waiting in my travel humi. That and a cold brew will be a good finish to a long day. Hey j0z3r glad you enjoyed the Ashton Prime Minister. Take care.
P
Well I started the Gurkha Regent Perfecto tonight. As my travels for work bring me to Clevland Mississippi. A Hellacious place and one I hope to never visit again. I had to put the cigar out roughly 2/3 thru due to the IMMENSE mesquito attack I was taking on in the Hell hole. I drove approximately 2 hours southwest of memphis after arriving at the airport and most of it being thru acres and acres of corn and cotton crop. But, I'm taking a trip back to memphis tommorrow evening and visiting around up there. Then Work some more. Leaving this vile place on Wednesday Afternoon, which can't get here quick enough I might add.
Tonight I had about half of an Onyx Reserve mini belicoso. Honestly I'm not impressed with this one. I don't know, the flavor just really didn't do it for me and I had had my fill about mid way through. I wonder if I might like a different size better. I don't see a 94 rated cigar in this one though.
Sorry to hear you didn't enjoy it, Joe. I'm not sure, but I think that's the size I usually smoke. I don't smoke them terribly often, but I've enjoyed them when I do.
I feel your pain, wilbr. I grew up in rice country. Those flooded fields produce, pound for pound, as many mosquitoes as rice grains.
Dang, jozer... That's one of my all-time favorites. I always love the Onyx reserve. How much rest did it have on it? I've never had one sitting around for more than a few weeks.
This weekend I had a Camacho 1962 Churchill with my brother and brother-in-law. Good times. That's another all-time favorite. Sunday night was a Cusano 18 Double Connecticut (thanks, Scrambler!). I still haven't found anything in a Connecticut wrapper that I'd be excited to try again, but I've got a couple 5 Vegas Golds waiting, and they look promising.
Tonight I had about half of an Onyx Reserve mini belicoso. Honestly I'm not impressed with this one. I don't know, the flavor just really didn't do it for me and I had had my fill about mid way through. I wonder if I might like a different size better. I don't see a 94 rated cigar in this one though.
i didnt think it was a 94 either, but i did think that it was very good.
Tonight I think it's gonna be a RP Decade. I stopped by a local B&M after lunch today to pick up a Nub Cameroon (only kind I haven't tried) and ended up with 2 Decades (a lonsdale and a torpedo), a Padron 1964, a Quintero, and the Nub I went in for.
I meant to grab a couple Fuente Anejos from the cabinet up front, but forgot. Probably better anyway since I spent $50 on 5 cigars, with the 10% discount they give me because I've done (non-cigar) consulting work for the guy that owns their parent company.
Guys, to qualify my experience with the Onyx, I did smoke it on an empty stomach so that may have had some bearing on how I perceived the cigar. I've had them resting in my humidor for a few months now. I'm not one to give up though, I didn't think it was bad it just didn't suit my fancy last night.
i bought a 5 vegas classic from a local shop down here and this is a great cigar! at one point not sure why... but the taste i got for a minute reminded me of KFC lol i dont know why but it was great i think when i get home im gonna order me some of these!
i bought a 5 vegas classic from a local shop down here and this is a great cigar! at one point not sure why... but the taste i got for a minute reminded me of KFC lol i dont know why but it was great i think when i get home im gonna order me some of these!
I had my first Classic less than 2 weeks ago. I agree, it is really good and one I could smoke everyday without feeling cheated.
Tonight I tried a Matasa 30th anniversary. Had high hopes for this one - looked great and was heavy in the hand. Sorry to say I was disappointed - flavor was not for me and smoke was lacking. Much prefer the Matasa from the legends line. Got a cou[le more that are going to rest for some time. This is supposed to be a premium, glad I didn't pay retail.
Tonight I tried a Matasa 30th anniversary. Had high hopes for this one - looked great and was heavy in the hand. Sorry to say I was disappointed - flavor was not for me and smoke was lacking. Much prefer the Matasa from the legends line. Got a cou[le more that are going to rest for some time. This is supposed to be a premium, glad I didn't pay retail.
Hey sdip, after reading the cigar of the month review I place this one in my aging humi with a one year tag on it.
Maybe it needs some time, It looks great and sounds promising based on the write up " Not to be missed... joins the ranks of Opus X. " The jury is still out on this one. Any other reviews out there ?
Thats my plan - I have another toro plus the perfecto from the COTM. If anyone wants to trade for them, I would be willing to move them. Then again, just might be a flavor profile that's not for me.
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#2 CAO Italia. a consistant favorite.
good stories good conversation. Good family.
I should also add that -- unless my remaining stuffiness fooled me -- this is the cigar I would pick if I were going to smoke in a public place where people might find cigar smoke offensive. It has a very floral, not unpleasant secondhand smoke.
Highly recommended.
On a personal note: man it's nice to be able to taste things again.
I just finished up with an Ashton 6.9 x 48, they call it the Prime Minister... kind of a dumb name IMO. But it was a good cigar. The construction was absolutely flawless and the draw was perfect with just the right amount of resistance. Now this was a bit more mild than I usually like, but it did come into its own about 1.5 inches in. The flavor profile is one I'd have to describe as floral, with maybe a hint of woodiness. I enjoyed it but I don't think its a box purchase kind of cigar for me as I would not smoke this with any regularity, but I can see keeping a few on hand. Smoking time was about 90 minutes. My thanks go to Pilot711 for this one, this was one of the cigars he sent me in the PIF a while back.
Joe
Yesterday was a Matasa Legend. Really enjoy this cigar.
Today I had a Monte Christo #3 and a Puros Indios Reserva Maxima 2003.
I feel your pain, wilbr. I grew up in rice country. Those flooded fields produce, pound for pound, as many mosquitoes as rice grains.
This weekend I had a Camacho 1962 Churchill with my brother and brother-in-law. Good times. That's another all-time favorite. Sunday night was a Cusano 18 Double Connecticut (thanks, Scrambler!). I still haven't found anything in a Connecticut wrapper that I'd be excited to try again, but I've got a couple 5 Vegas Golds waiting, and they look promising.
I meant to grab a couple Fuente Anejos from the cabinet up front, but forgot. Probably better anyway since I spent $50 on 5 cigars, with the 10% discount they give me because I've done (non-cigar) consulting work for the guy that owns their parent company.
btw PM SENT (scrambler)
Kas:
Thats my plan - I have another toro plus the perfecto from the COTM. If anyone wants to trade for them, I would be willing to move them. Then again, just might be a flavor profile that's not for me.