Oliva Serie V Nub

Puff_Dougie

I've been waiting for the weather to break, so I could bust out one of these badboys that Ken Light sent to me awhile back. I've been a fan of the Serie V since I tried my first a few years ago, and was excited to try this new twist on an old favorite. The construction was solid, with a dark, oily wrapper and a nice triple cap. The pre-light draw was mostly wood and cedar with a hint of spice on the lips. Once lit, the burn was a bit uneven, but this was most likely user-error.



The draw was tight, but not difficult, and actually increased the enjoyment by making this short cigar smoke for a longer duration. The flavors were not complex, but the intensity increased throughout the smoke, from medium to full-bodied.



This was a very enjoyable stick, and I am looking forward to smoking it's twin, which is still in the humi and will remain there to rest awhile before it's inevitable demise. Thanks again, Ken, for this wonderful treat!

Martel

I like me some V.

I hope they make a melanio nub; I might just make it my first nub.

Bigshizza

Martel:

I like me some V.

I hope they make a melanio nub; I might just make it my first nub.

You've gotta try the Nub Dub....very tasty

Echambers

Nice review Doug!

Ken_Light

Nice review! Glad to see you liked it, you never know what might happen when you try a favorite in a vastly different vitola.

Puff_Dougie

Ken Light:

Nice review! Glad to see you liked it, you never know what might happen when you try a favorite in a vastly different vitola.

It definitely was not the same experience as the Serie V Robusto, but it was still awesome!!

danielzreyes

Now go try it in the lancero

Puff_Dougie

danielzreyes:

Now go try it in the lancero

Got one resting in the humidor... but I have a feeling it's days are numbered...

Gray4lines

You'll like the lancero! Super flavorful. As shizz said the nub dubs are great too. I just smoked one tonight!