Try smoking something other than a Mac, CAO gold, or Acid. Although I've never smoked an Acid, I have had Mac and CAO Gold and I didn't taste anything either. Look in the review forums for some smokes to try. If I were you I would try something like a Sanch Panza Double Maduro. You will definately notice a difference. Ask your local shop owner for some suggestions on a good medium bodied/ full flavored cigar. If he offers you a Macanoodle or an Acid, turn around and walk out. If he carries CAO, the Gold maduro is much better then the regular gold line, give that a try.