So tonight was warm enough that I ventured out on the balcony to smoke these babies (and yet tomorrow we have snow forecasted).
Cigar #2-
Pre-smoke impression
Wrapper was dark, rich, and slightly oily, construction was excellent; firm yet had just a little spring - boxed pressed - loved the smell - strong, fragrant bouquet (sorry, borrowing wine term).
Once lit and consistently through the smoke, it had a great draw, white ash that hung on for a while. Tasted slightly spicy, with the flavor of a nice cup of stronger coffee. Toward the half way mark, got a lot spicier. I really enjoyed this cigar - reminded me of the Torano 1959 but better.
Tomorrow (barring me freezing my fingers off) I'll smoke #1 and post it then.
Cigar #1-
Pre-smoke impression
Natural wrapper, good construction; firm but no supple - boxed press. Smell - I have to admit that I opened both up initially and the #2 smelled better so I smoked it first... this one smelled a little bit more mild - indistinct, but I was curious to smoke it.
Once lit, it started out with a bang - very peppery and strong from the get go. Easy draw - almost like smoking a cigarette, salt & pepper ash. Got more spicy as the smoke continued.
I'd have to say that my preference was #2, just seemed to have more body, more elegant - this one was a bit harsh. Soo.... my guess is that #2 is the more expensive stick. Would love to find out what they were!
This was a fun experience - would have smoked them one after the other but I think I would have burned a hole through my mouth.
Looking forward to hearing the actuals.
Thanks Drew!
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