Don't let Mr. Uvezian know you're comparing his cigar to an Alec Bradley...

Yep - that's a great one. Along with the Avo 22 and the Avo LE05 (in my opinion the absolute best LE cigar Avo has ever made).

If you have the inkling - and you like the 80th - go to the Corona Cigar Company website and order the Boris 11's. You won't get that spicy upfront taste, but you're definetely will taste the "velvety smoothness" you describe on the latter half of the 80th. You will not regret it.

...and if you find yourself in Orlando - check out the Corona Cigar Company store on most evenings. You'll likely find Avo enjoying a cigar in their lounge. He's quite a character - you will definitely enjoy his company...