Quote Originally Posted by Paddy View Post
I smoked a Macanudo Café Hyde Park last evening. This cigar has had been sitting in my humidor for at least 8 months. My wife bought it for me (forgive her, she doesn’t know any better). So I thought I’d bite the bullet and give it a try. On light up- Nothing. First phase- Nothing. Second phase – Nothing. Third phase- Nothing. No taste, no kick, no nothing. However the Bulmer’s hard cider I had with it was very refreshing! The cigar on the other hand was rubbish.
Friends don't let friends smoke Macanoodles! That includes the wife!!! She should be MUCH more cognizant of her duties...

But - your description is VERY much my experience. Macanudo is so popular because it really doesn't have any flavor. Sounds strange - but to someone that does not smoke cigars, or only rarely smokes cigars - the experience would be enjoyable. Much better experience than handing them a LFD Chisel...