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SMOKE 2012, Issue 2: Kicking Back (cont.)
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 |  | ORTSAC Robusto | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
The Cigar Agency | Size:
5 x 52 | Filler:
Hon, DR | Binder:
Nicaragua | Wrapper:
Nicaragua | | Panelist #1 | Needs a few months to mature before I would smoke it again. Would pair best with a sweet cordial.
85 Good | | Panelist #2 | Enjoyable, tasty cigar. Spice and sweet cream made for a nice smoke. Complex, balanced. I'd buy this cigar.
87 Very Good | | Panelist #3 | Somewhat harsh cigar and a little rough to smoke. Might have enjoyed it more in the winter months.
85 Good |
 |  | NUB 460 Connecticut | Country:
Nicaragua | Manufacturer:
Oliva Cigar Co. | Size:
4 x 60 | Filler:
Nicaragua | Binder:
Nicaragua | Wrapper:
Ecuador | | Panelist #1 | Had no idea what to expect with this size, but was a very easy, cool, and long smoke. Tasty but not exciting.
89 Very Good | | Panelist #2 | Never-ending cigar just kept on going. Burned great, ashed well, not complicated. No touchups needed.
91 Excellent | | Panelist #3 | Milder than my typical choice, but was perfectly enjoyable for its style. Very good for the less adventuresome.
88 Very Good |
 |  | MUWAT Bait Fish | Country:
Nicaragua | Manufacturer:
Drew Estate | Size:
4 x 44 | Filler:
Brazil, Nic | Binder:
USA | Wrapper:
Mexico | | Panelist #1 | Fantastic little smoke. Excellent balance and complexity. Packed with bold flavor. I would purchase this cigar.
92 Excellent | | Panelist #2 | Delicious. Magnifique! Intriguing and complex petite corona. Buy a box for coffee breaks and port sessions.
94 Excellent | | Panelist #3 | Complexity in flavors and balance in the draw make this memorable. Nice even burn. Need some in the humidor.
91 Excellent |
 |  | CASA TORANO NATURAL Robusto | Country:
Honduras | Manufacturer:
Torano Family Cigar Co. | Size:
4 2/4 x 52 | Filler:
Hon, Nic | Binder:
Nicaragua | Wrapper:
Ecuador | | Panelist #1 | I am no Connecticut wrapper fan, but this cigar was pretty enjoyable as an early-in-the-day smoke.
88 Very Good | | Panelist #2 | Mild and pleasant beginning but the construction issue got in the way of the tobaccos in this cigar.
83 Good | | Panelist #3 | With the nice mild flavor and aftertaste, I did enjoy the cigar although construction issues were distracting.
85 Good |
 |  | PERDOMO GRAND CRU 2006 SUN GROWN Grand Churchill | Country:
Nicaragua | Manufacturer:
Tabacalera Perdomo | Size:
7 x 60 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | Mouth-watering treat. Samples consistent. Great for casting for large mouth bass in a quiet cove.
92 Excellent | | Panelist #2 | Samples consistent. Good cigar, interesting character with those autumnal flavors. For those seeking full flavor.
90 Very Good | | Panelist #3 | Just what I needed at the end of a long, hard day at work. You'll want a few for the humidor. Bravo!
96 Superior |
 | | URBANO CONNECTICUT robusto | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
Urbano Cigars | Size:
5 x 50 | Filler:
DR | Binder:
DR | Wrapper:
Ecuador | | Panelist #1 | Despite visible construction issues, an easy, quick burner. No touch-up needed. Simple, lunch break smoke.
85 Good | | Panelist #2 | Best cigar yet in this round. Enjoyable experience. I would easily recommend this cigar and buy a box today.
96 Superior | | Panelist #3 | I like full bodied cigars but this opened my eyes and palate. Makes a wonderful after breakfast smoke.
96 Superior |
 | | BLANCO LIGA EXCLUSIVO DE FAMILIA Maduro | Country:
Nicaragua | Manufacturer:
Blanco Cigar Company | Size:
7 x 54 | Filler:
Nicaragua | Binder:
Nicaragua | Wrapper:
USA | | Panelist #1 | Paired one with water and another with a Speyside. Excellent cigar for a morning on the golf course. A winner.
93 Excellent | | Panelist #2 | Samples were consistent. It is not my favorite cigar. I found a strong bitter aftertaste when I finished it.
90 Very Good | | Panelist #3 | This stick had a few things going for it but in the end it just did not deliver.
85 Good |
 | | TORTUGA 215 EDICION LIMITADA 2011 Torpedo | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
Legacy Brands Cigar Co. | Size:
6 x 54 | Filler:
Hon, DR | Binder:
Honduras | Wrapper:
Nicaragua | | Panelist #1 | Definitely would recommend to others. While it looked like a strong cigar, it was actually a very pleasant mild cigar.
92 excellent | | Panelist #2 | This cigar was among the very best I have ever smoked. Medium to full of body, with a long, creamy finish.
96 superior | | Panelist #3 | A well-made cigar that has a good deal of flavor. No complaints; but it just seemed like it had more potential.
89 Good |
 |  | H. UPMANN Coronas Major | Country:
Cuba | Manufacturer:
Habanos S.A. | Size:
5 1/8 x 42 | Filler:
Cuba | Binder:
Cuba | Wrapper:
Cuba | | Panelist #1 | Draws beautifully, copious amounts of smoke. Flavor profile never wavered. I want more of these.
96 Superior | | Panelist #2 | I found this cigar empty. Not much value to me in what I personally want in a cigar.
70 Average | | Panelist #3 | Could have been a good cigar. Draw was too tight. Grew hotter at end. Should taste more wrapper in Corona.
79 Average |
 | | OLD POWDER KEG Howitzer | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
Battleground Cigars | Size:
6 1/2 x 56 | Filler:
Nic, Hon, Peru | Binder:
USA | Wrapper:
Honduras | | Panelist #1 | Woodsy flavor in first half, but this led to a slight acidic taste in the second half.
88 Very Good | | Panelist #2 | This cigar had everything going for it but may need additional aging in order to bring out potential in aroma, flavor.
79 Average | | Panelist #3 | Aging would help this stick. Not the most flavorful smoke, but pleasant. Slow draw; a great golf cigar.
90 Very Good |
SMOKE 2012, Issue 2
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