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·March 25, 2015

Quick Cigar Review: Man O’ War | Immortal Robusto

This is a very unique cigar, very different from anything else in the Man O’ War line. The others in the line offer a very pointed palate, they focus on one or two flavors, this one is very complex and balanced. The Immortal is not as strong as the Ruination, but definitely stronger than the original line. This is definitely the best of the Man O’ War line possibly sans the Armada.

93%

Total Score - Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Emilio | Mia Dora Coronita

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·May 15, 2015

Blind Cigar Review: Emilio | Mia Dora Coronita

"This could easily become my go to morning smoke with a cup of coffee. The mild beginning transitioned to some bolder flavors nicely. Each third developed a distinct profile and stayed true. The leather really balanced the char and pepper, with the dark roast coffee at the end being a pleasant surprise." -Gregg (McGreggor57)

92%

Total Score - Great

Blind Cigar Review: Foundry | Time Flies Robusto

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·December 2, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Foundry | Time Flies 550

"The roller did an excellent job with this one. Both great to look at and a great performer. I don't think construction could be improved on." -Dave W. (mdwest)

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·October 18, 2021

Diesel Crucible (2021) – Blind Cigar Review

"I ended up enjoying this cigar quite a bit which somewhat surprised me after the first third. Once the pepper spice began to recede and the rather generic coffee note was the only prominent flavor remaining, I began to lose interest UNTIL things turned around for the better and some new notes quickly presented themselves. When you factor in those enjoyable flavors with the overall great construction, I would smoke this cigar again." -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

92%

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·November 20, 2023

Diesel Vintage Series Robusto Gordo – Blind Cigar Review

"Overall, I would say, this was an excellent cigar. Although the flavors did not transition much from third to third, considering I enjoyed all of these flavors it was very pleasing. I would definitely recommend this to individuals who, like a little bit bolder of a cigar, considering it was medium to full throughout most of the cigar." -Angel M. (Angel)

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·November 18, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Diesel | Estelí Puro Robusto

"I know plenty of people that would love this cigar from beginning to end. I personally just had that little trouble with the last half of the last third and it is really hard to find a word the best describes the turmoil the only word I could come up with is bitter but that isnt a fair description of the situation. Because the profile was balanced throughout the whole experience, maybe just too full for me would be a better description." -Ryan H. (Ryan H.)

93%

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·June 6, 2018

Quick Cigar Review: Diesel | Whiskey Row Robusto

This cigar was exactly what a project like this should be: not so prominent in the barrel-aged department that it takes over the blend, but enough that you know it was there. It reminded me of the Diesel Unlimited blend both profile-wise and on paper, but just with a little something extra. I'm not sure this is my favorite Diesel release, but it is up there with the Rage and Delirium. Definitely pick some of these up if you are a fan of Diesel, barrel aged cigars, or just want to try something new in general.

92%

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Hoyo La Amistad Dark Sumatra Media Noche - Blind Cigar Review

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·July 7, 2021

Hoyo La Amistad Dark Sumatra Media Noche – Blind Cigar Review

"This enjoyable cigar featured great construction from start to finish. While there was not a great deal of complexity present, the transitions in both strength and dominant flavors (especially in the second third) were quite enjoyable. While I wish the creaminess had stuck around longer, the bold cedar and mostly consistent spice danced very well together throughout the smoking experience." -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

92%

Total Score - Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Esteban Carreras | Chupacabra Toro

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·February 10, 2014

Blind Cigar Review: Esteban Carreras | Chupacabra Toro

"The appearance of this cigar is extraordinary. The wrapper color is dark brown, slightly mottled, but evenly applied with no big veins. The pigtail cap and closed foot are the icing on the cake. The wrapper has no tooth and is pretty soft to the touch." -Emmett (rhetorik)

92%

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·September 9, 2019

Blind Cigar Review: Diesel | Whiskey Row Sherry Cask Robusto

"This was a highly enjoyable cigar, and one that I would never turn down if given the opportunity to smoke again. The flavors might have been muddled, but very pleasing; despite having to remove a plug (which I truly believe to be a fluke) the burn and draw were darn near perfect. This was a truly quality cigar..." -Nate H. (SineQuaNon)

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