Review These - Reviews

[chefchris]

I did these reviews in the order that I smoked the cigars.

Cigar # 2
Looking at this cigar, it is very well contructed. Cut and lit fine. Instantly had a tight draw. So tight my jaw is actually sore. After further examining, I found the cigar to be plugged. I gently massaged it out and this opened it up a little more, but not much. This cigar is very mild. I mean MILD. So mild I contemplated not typing "mild" in all caps. It's only strong points are it's good construction (minus the plug) and it's even burn. I would could consider this a bland, not mild but comatose cigar. What little flavor I was getting was not good. Made it half way though before letting it die. My jaw could not handle it.


Cigar # 1
This cigar is rough looking, very veiny. Straight up ugly. Cut was ok, a little messy which makes me wonder if this is machine made. Now right off the bat there was something that I've never tasted in a cigar. I cannot put my finger on it. Even the smoke smelled different. It's toasty, kinda twangy. This cigar started on the mild side of medium, then moves into a more of a medium smoke halfway through. This one also had a tight draw, but didn't piss me off as bad because I enjoyed the flavor and aroma. The draw loosens up about halfway through. The burn got a little off at times. The strength really intensified towards the end, but I really enjoyed the last 2" of it. All around a good cigar. Wouldn't mind having a few of these in the trunk.



Now, if I rated these cigars on construction I would have to say that Number # 2 was the most expensive. But now if I rated it on taste, I would go with Number # 1.

But my final decision is number 2 was the more expensive, although it honestly was a tough decision.


This is an awesome idea, i'll probably wait and let everyone get a turn in and try again. Lots of fun. i'm lame.

Thanks FunkyCold!

[mauied1101]

*bump* funkycold

c'mon... I'm itching for review #2....

[FunkyCold5]

Chris, you did a good job reviewing. You were on the money for both I believe, but sorry for the plug, I haven't had issues with that cigar.

#1 - was a Romeo y Julieta #2 (ISOM), construction wasn't good, but the flavours were definitely there. Obviously the more expensive of the two. Good job on that review. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I was guessing this would be my best chance of giving you a cigar you've never tried before as a review. I hope I succeeded.

#2 - was Arte Cubano Toro - it's definitely a mild smoke. I found the construction was near perfect also, and of all the ones I've smoked, never had a plug problem. Again, sorry for that misfortune.

Paul, I've been busy this week. THE last smoke I had was the #1 review I did. I'm itching to smoke again, but I don't have the luxury of smoking inside, and work is kicking my butt......(normally beg. and end of month is the busiest for me.) I will try to suck it up and review it before the weekend.

Andrew

I did these reviews in the order that I smoked the cigars.

Cigar # 2
Looking at this cigar, it is very well contructed. Cut and lit fine. Instantly had a tight draw. So tight my jaw is actually sore. After further examining, I found the cigar to be plugged. I gently massaged it out and this opened it up a little more, but not much. This cigar is very mild. I mean MILD. So mild I contemplated not typing "mild" in all caps. It's only strong points are it's good construction (minus the plug) and it's even burn. I would could consider this a bland, not mild but comatose cigar. What little flavor I was getting was not good. Made it half way though before letting it die. My jaw could not handle it.


Cigar # 1
This cigar is rough looking, very veiny. Straight up ugly. Cut was ok, a little messy which makes me wonder if this is machine made. Now right off the bat there was something that I've never tasted in a cigar. I cannot put my finger on it. Even the smoke smelled different. It's toasty, kinda twangy. This cigar started on the mild side of medium, then moves into a more of a medium smoke halfway through. This one also had a tight draw, but didn't piss me off as bad because I enjoyed the flavor and aroma. The draw loosens up about halfway through. The burn got a little off at times. The strength really intensified towards the end, but I really enjoyed the last 2" of it. All around a good cigar. Wouldn't mind having a few of these in the trunk.



Now, if I rated these cigars on construction I would have to say that Number # 2 was the most expensive. But now if I rated it on taste, I would go with Number # 1.

But my final decision is number 2 was the more expensive, although it honestly was a tough decision.


This is an awesome idea, i'll probably wait and let everyone get a turn in and try again. Lots of fun. i'm lame.

Thanks FunkyCold!

[FunkyCold5]

Review #2

Dark Wrapper (Maduro, looks like it and taste like it), more oily than the first cigar, Robusto size, a little Veiny, and good construction.

Pre-draw was nice and sweet, not as sweet as cigar #1.

When I lit it up, the flavors in the beginning was direct. Really peppery and it got stronger in the end. I'm guessing Med-Full bodied cigar. Had a lot of smoke, burned perfectly, and aroma was beautiful.

Almost consistent to the Sancho Panza Double Maduros I've had, but I don't think this is a SP. Could be another Camacho, it has that camacho look to it. Both cigars look identical, except for the shade of the wrapper. Was a very good smoke, I wouldn't make it my everyday smoke, but one I would include in my rotation for those days when I need a good kick in the but. It's closer to the full-bodied side of my taste.

I can't wait to find out what these cigars are......I want to buy them.

Guessing #1 would be the more expensive one. Plenty of flavor in that one. #2, the peppery flavor overpowered most of the smoke, and it starts to burn your mouth on the last 1/3 of the cigar, didn't have this problem with the first cigar.

Andrew

[mauied1101]

Hey Funky,

Nice reviews. And you're right on stick #1 being more expensive.

Sticks are:

#1 - Diamond Crown Maximus Robusto #5
#2 - Monte Cristo Buena Fortuna.

[FunkyCold5]

Thanks Paul. Really enjoyed the Diamond Crown! That's my priority when I buy a box.

Andrew

Hey Funky,

Nice reviews. And you're right on stick #1 being more expensive.

Sticks are:

#1 - Diamond Crown Maximus Robusto #5
#2 - Monte Cristo Buena Fortuna.