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Fall 98
Volume III
Issue 4

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SMOKE Cigar Ratings
RatingQuality
  
0-2.0Poor
2.1-2.9Fair
3.0-3.5Good
3.6-4.4Excellent
4.5-5.0Superior
Price Codes
A$1.00 to $2.50
B$2.51 to $3.75
C$3.75 to $5.75
D$5.76 to $7.50
E$7.51 to $10.50
F$10.51 to $14.99
G$14.99 and above

Season of Smoke - Petit Coronas


Coronas | Petit Coronas | Gran Coronas | Double Coronas | Aged Cigars






Petit Coronas...
DON MELO Petit Corona
Country: Honduras Wrapper: Honduras Binder: Honduras
Manufacturer: Cigars of Honduras Filler: Honduras Price: C
Panelist #1This is a solid choice in today's crowded cigar market. It went great with a beer as I bid farewell to "Seinfeld." SCORE: 4.3
Panelist #2This cigar is perfect to enjoy after a good meal. It tastes great and the significant body will hold up very well. SCORE: 3.7
Panelist #3I have a feeling I'll have to take a boat to Havana to get these. This cigar is a must-smoke, if you can get them. SCORE: 4.6
Panelist #4A great cigar that reminds me of a Punch. I wish I could smoke cigars like this everyday. SCORE: 4.0

ARTIGAS Petit Corona
Country: Mexico Wrapper: Mexico Binder: Mexico
Manufacturer: Artigas S.A. de C.V. Filler: Mexico Price: B
Panelist #1This is a hefty smoke that shows what can be done with a little cigar. A definite keeper that I smoked to the nub. SCORE: 4.5
Panelist #2This well-made little cigar actually smells better than it tastes. Only time will tell if the flavor will im- prove with age. SCORE: 2.7
Panelist #3Clearly a quality cigar, given the great construction and the smooth flavor. A great choice for a quickie smoke. SCORE: 3.4
Panelist #4This is a real smoker's cigar. It's power-packed with layers of flavor and aroma. A bold and appealing smoke. SCORE: 4.3

DAVIDOFF Grand Cru No. 5
Country: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Connecticut Binder: Dominican Republic
Manufacturer: Davidoff of Geneva Filler: Dominican Republic Price: D
Panelist #1A mild and easygoing cigar that would serve nicely as a quick smoke, but the mild blend lacks definitive flavor. SCORE: 3.3
Panelist #2I was in smoker's heaven with these smooth little flavor torpedos. They are extremely well-made and consistent. SCORE: 4.1
Panelist #3This is a good demitasse cigar with a distinct taste. Despite a young flavor, this is a cigar that deserves appreciation. SCORE: 3.7
Panelist #4This little cigar brings more to the table than you might expect. It is reminiscent of a Fonseca in many ways. SCORE: 4.0

BAUZA Petit Corona
Country: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Mexico
Manufacturer: Mike's Cigars Filler: DR/Nicaragua Price: C
Panelist #1This is a great petit corona. It has big taste for such a small package. You have to be impressed by this performance. SCORE: 3.9
Panelist #2This is a suitable quick cigar for walking the dog, riding in the car, or cutting the grass. Recommended if priced low. SCORE: 3.1
Panelist #3A good little smoke that gives the impression you are smoking a bigger cigar. It's not overly complex, but for the size, it's strong. SCORE: 3.4
Panelist #4An average petit corona that performs well, offering admirable strength and flavor, but the bitter quality detracts. SCORE: 3.3

COHIBA Corona Minor
Country: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Cameroon Binder: Indonesia
Manufacturer: General Cigar Co. Filler: Dominican Republic Price: D
Panelist #1When you crave a premium cigar with the rich flavor of a Cameroon wrapper, but have minimal time, this will surely satisfy. SCORE: 4.2
Panelist #2A perfect cigar for when time is short and pleasure is of the essence. A fascinating smoke that is bound for the bestseller list. SCORE: 4.6
Panelist #3This little cigar smokes more like a corona gorda, providing tons of rich and heavy smoke. I am very impressed with this. SCORE: 3.6
Panelist #4While this is a nice looking and well-made cigar, it just didn't give me enough reason to want to buy it. SCORE: 2.9



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