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Hot Summer Smokes... (cont.)
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 |  | HABANOS PUROS SELECCION SUPREMA Robusto | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Superior Cigars U.S.A. | Size:
4 7/8 x 50 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | I very much enjoyed this cigar. I smoked it outside and perhaps the wind, not the draw, led to flaking.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #2 | A wonderfully blended cigar. I highly recommend this to those who appreciate a good, flavorful smoke.
9.2 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | Very nice cigar that I enjoyed while sanding down some wood work. A man's cigar for man's work.
9.1 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | Good cigar to have with an icy, cold drink. I'm certain my friends would enjoy it and will suggest it.
9.1 EXCELLENT |
 | | AUGUSTO REYES CRIOLLO Gordo | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
Corporacion Cigar Export | Size:
6 x 58 | Filler:
DR | Binder:
DR | Wrapper:
Ecu | | Panelist #1 | Decent flavor, midrange strength, and uniform coloration. I wouldn't smoke it while wearing a tuxedo.
9.1 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | A comfortable, easy, smoke that would be perfect for a weekend on the back porch or back nine.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | I would suggest this cigar to friends and enemies alike. It has a good combination working for it.
9.2 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | A little messy, but the muss is worth the fuss. Not overwhelming flavors but certainly noticeable ones.
9.2 EXCELLENT |
 |  | SAVINELLI LIGA ESPECIAL FUERTE Torpedo | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Savinelli USA | Size:
6 x 52 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | Lots of flavor, good construction and an attractive look. I don't know about you, but that's what I like.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #2 | A strong cigar that burns very slowly and cool. It would be perfect if you just finished a round of golf.
8.7 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | A good cigar for a smoke break at work, but also a cigar you would sit back and savor over drinks.
8.7 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #4 | A lot of rich flavors cover up the punch that this cigar packs. I would not give to a novice smoker.
8.9 VERY GOOD |
 |  | MACANUDO MADURO Crystal | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
General Cigar Co. | Size:
5 1/2 x 50 | Filler:
DR/Mex | Binder:
Conn | Wrapper:
Conn | | Panelist #1 | This is one of the finest maduros I have ever encountered. It is gentle and understated, making it ideal.
9.4 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | For a maduro this has a ton of strong flavors but not the punch I was dreading. I was impressed.
9.5 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | Any smoker would enjoy the richness of the flavors and yet the mellow amount of punch it packs.
9.5 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | A well-built cigar with strong flavors and great rich smoke that filled my study. Go buy one.
9.2 EXCELLENT |
 | | VEGAS ROBAINA Unicas | Country:
Cuba | Manufacturer:
Habanos S.A. | Size:
6 1/8 x 52 | Filler:
Cuba | Binder:
Cuba | Wrapper:
Cuba | | Panelist #1 | A wealth of spice and sharp flavors make this an excellent choice for the end of the day to wake you up.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #2 | Smokey flavors that paired well with a nice beer. The burn is a little hot and quick for a new smoker though.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | Too sharp for my tastes. I prefer a milder stick. The smoke itself was attractive, but I would not buy this.
8.5 GOOD | | Panelist #4 | Had the finish not been so quick and the flavors at the end not been so muddied this be a no-doubter.
8.8 VERY GOOD |
 |  | FONSECA CUBANO LIMITADO CABINET SELECTION Toro | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
SAG Imports | Size:
6 x 50 | Filler:
DR/Nic | Binder:
DR | Wrapper:
Hon | | Panelist #1 | Buy one; scratch that, buy a box. By far this was the best cigar I reviewed this time around, a real winner.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | I would give this cigar to a friend as my tastes lie towards something peppery. But a very good cigar.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | Beautiful looking cigar that did not disappoint with flavor. I easily could have smoked this all day long.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #4 | I would buy, and suggest others buy this cigar as well. That way I could raid their humidors for them.
9.1 EXCELLENT |
 | | JML 1902 Torpedo | Country:
DR | Manufacturer:
Real Tabacalera Sanchez-Romay | Size:
6 1/2 x 54 | Filler:
DR | Binder:
DR | Wrapper:
Pennsylvania | | Panelist #1 | A well-made, well-balanced cigar that I would definitely buy. It was great after my dinner.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | Not bad. I would suggest this to someone without hesitation despite being a little mild for me at times.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | There was an excellent balance between strength and flavor. I would make it a regular choice.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | You could pair this cigar with almost anything and not go wrong. Just sit back and savor it with your friends.
8.8 VERY GOOD |
 | | CARLOS TORANO RESERVA SELECTA Robusto | Country:
Hon | Manufacturer:
Toraņo Cigars | Size:
5 x 50 | Filler:
DR/Hon/Nic | Binder:
Indo | Wrapper:
Conn | | Panelist #1 | A golf cigar that carried me from the first tee to the fourth green and my game suffered as I thought about it.
9.4 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | I savored this cigar while golfing. It made me not feel so bad about shooting terribly on the course.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | I would buy this for a friend who had either smoked for a long time or one who was just starting out.
9.3 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | A well-rolled, well-conceived cigar that delivers on both the flavor and appearance chart. I would buy it.
9.4 EXCELLENT |
 | | DON KIKI BROWN LABEL Toro | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Cuban Crafters | Size:
6 x 52 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | Not only would I suggest this but as soon as I find out what it is I WILL suggest it to everyone I know.
9.5 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #2 | I hated to finish this. Took about an hour to savor it. A great cigar to smoke during late work nights.
9.5 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #3 | There is no reason that a cigar lover or a first time smoker would not enjoy this cigar.
9.1 EXCELLENT | | Panelist #4 | I enjoyed the blending of one flavor into another. The flavors tended to get more mild the longer you smoke.
9.4 EXCELLENT |
 |  | BAHIA ICON Salomon | Country:
Nic | Manufacturer:
Bahia Cigars | Size:
7 1/4 x 57 | Filler:
Nic | Binder:
Nic | Wrapper:
Nic | | Panelist #1 | This is a solidly built cigar, but the leaf could use a little aging. Give it some humidor time then try again.
8.9 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #2 | A well-constructed cigar with a tasty aroma. I would suggest it, but not to a cigar novice, only a veteran.
8.7 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #3 | I could picture myself on my patio savoring this with some very good wine...that is if I had a patio.
9.0 VERY GOOD | | Panelist #4 | I would have to say that I would recommend this, but only to people I know like large cigars.
8.8 VERY GOOD |
SMOKE - Summer, 2007
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