Category: Alan
Blind Cigar Review: La Barba | Ricochet Cru Mexi-S...
Posted by Zane G. | Dec 2, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Corona, Dominican Republic, Featured, James H., John I., Kevin J., La Barba Cigars, Tony Bellatto | 0 |
Blind Cigar Review: La Flor Dominicana | 25th Anni...
Posted by Zane G. | Nov 27, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Dominican Republic, Featured, James H., John I., Kevin J., La Flor Dominicana, Litto Gomez | 0 |
Blind Cigar Review: Joya de Nicaragua | Antaño CT ...
Posted by Zane G. | Nov 20, 2019 | Alan, Alejandro Martinez Cuenca, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Connecticut, Featured, James H., John I., Joya De Nicaragua, Juan Martinez, Kevin J., Nate H., Natural, Nicaragua, Robusto | 0 |
Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Liga Privada Unico Serie Year of the Rat
by Zane G. | Jul 22, 2020 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Connecticut Broadleaf, Corona Gorda, Drew Estate, Featured, Jonathan Drew, Kevin J., Liga Privada, Maduro, Nicaragua, Willy Herrera | 0 |
“As noted in my tasting notes, each flavor was just as I expected . Dark chocolate and coffee with a slight earthiness all creating a notable smoking experience . I’d easily give this a 95. Great cigar that is box worthy for sure. ” -Kevin J. (maninblack77)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Oscar Valladares | Altar Q
by Zane G. | Jul 13, 2020 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Featured, Honduras, IPCPR, Natural, Oscar Valladares, Sumatra, Toro | 0 |
“Rarely is ever do I have a cigar experience that is as epic as this was. The flavors and aromas were beyond extraordinary and they worked so well together . Citrus, salted nuts, slight sweetness, and a retro so smooth it should be criminal. I’d easily give this a 98. Multi box worthy. Trust me, you’re gonna enjoy this if you enjoy what time and great tobacco can do together. ” -Kevin J. (maninblack77)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Alec & Bradley | Gatekeeper Toro
by Zane G. | Dec 16, 2019 | Alan, Alec & Bradley, Alec Rubin, All, Bradley Rubin, Dominican Republic, Habano, James H., John I., Kevin J., Toro | 0 |
“Other than the bitterness in the final third, this was an excellent smoke. I will definitely smoke this again once I find out what it is. Bourbon, Peaty Scotch, and nearly any beer would pair well.” -James H. (Keikan Jim)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: La Barba | Ricochet Cru Mexi-Sol Coronita
by Zane G. | Dec 2, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Corona, Dominican Republic, Featured, James H., John I., Kevin J., La Barba Cigars, Tony Bellatto | 0 |
“Magnificent cigar. Loved it. Perfect format for me personally, and a flavor profile to match. Big, bold flavors of earth with a world wind tour of coffee, molasses, spices, peppercorns and a bit of an anisette flashing around on the finish. Tremendous construction, nearly flawless. Very extremely well made. Nice progression in terms of strength, starts out very manageable and builds to an agreeable and enjoyable full body by the end. Quite possibly the perfect cigar to follow a big meal. I’m buying boxes. No doubt about it. ” -John I. (John I.)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: La Flor Dominicana | 25th Anniversary
by Zane G. | Nov 27, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Dominican Republic, Featured, James H., John I., Kevin J., La Flor Dominicana, Litto Gomez | 0 |
“I enjoyed this quite a lot. Nice change from my usual flavor preferences as well as being out of my comfort zone in terms of vitola. Served as a nice reminder to get out of your comfort zone once in a while. There’s a great big world of cigar opportunities out there and it’s nice to step out of your normal routine from time to time. This cigar stayed pretty much in the medium realm throughout in terms of strength and complexity. The display of really nicely refined baked good flavor, floral qualities, finishing with rich dark woody notes offered a nice range of experiences. Aside from some mid-smoke missteps in construction this was a real joy of a cigar. ” -John I. (John I.)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Joya de Nicaragua | Antaño CT Robusto
by Zane G. | Nov 20, 2019 | Alan, Alejandro Martinez Cuenca, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Connecticut, Featured, James H., John I., Joya De Nicaragua, Juan Martinez, Kevin J., Nate H., Natural, Nicaragua, Robusto | 0 |
“If you are a fan of mild cigars this is a real winner. The depth of flavors were terrific, smoke output was phenomenal, and profile changes kept me engaged. I would certainly smoke this again and again. ” -Alan (Eulogy)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Rauchvergnügen | RVGN #42
by Zane G. | Nov 6, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Dominican Republic, Featured, James H., John I., Kevin J., Nate H., Natural, Robusto | 0 |
“Though a milder cigar, the flavors were interesting enough to keep me satisfied throughout the experience; I wouldn’t hesitate to smoke another one of these, given the opportunity. Would pair well with medium-roast coffee or a nice porter or lager. ” -Nate H. (SineQuaNon)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Casa Cuevas | La Mandarria
by Zane G. | Oct 28, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Casa Cuevas, Dominican Republic, Featured, Habano, IPCPR, James H., John I., Kevin J., Nate H., Natural, Toro | 0 |
“I knew from the look and smell of this cigar I was in for a treat and it didn’t disappoint. Premium cigars should just preform this well in terms of construction, smoke output, and flavor. I think if there was just a bit more dynamic flavor profile changes it would have put it over the top. Still there’s so much here to like I have to recommend picking up a fiver and just enjoying a terrific cigar. ” -Alan (Eulogy)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: La Aurora | 115th Anniversary Robusto
by Zane G. | Oct 21, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Dominican Republic, Featured, Isaac M., John A., La Aurora, Manuel Inoa, Mickey T., Natural, Robusto, Ryan H. | 0 |
“I really dug this cigar even though it’s not something that’s in my normal flavor profile. While the flavors were consistent throughout they were fairly satisfying. I really enjoyed the saltiness begging me to have something close at hand to drink. The burn was excellent. The ash fell through each third. This cigar was just a solid performer from start to finish.” -Isaac M. (The Nothing)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Casdagli | Daughters of the Wind Calico
by Emmett | Oct 9, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Casdagli, Costa Rica, Featured, Isaac M., John A., Mickey T., Ryan H., Torpedo | 0 |
“I’d love to smoke this again. The flavors were crisp and clean with a nice progression throughout. The smoke output was great after a few re-cuts; but I’m not sure I would have discovered that if not for the massive tar build up. ” -Alan (Eulogy)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Plasencia | for Davidoff of Geneva Since 1911
by Zane G. | Oct 2, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Dave, Davidoff, Eric, Featured, Natural, Nestor Plasencia, Nicaragua, Plasencia, Steve, Torpedo | 0 |
“Overall a great smoke. It is rare that I smoke anything down to the point where fingers get singed anymore, but this one was too good to let go. Definitely worthy of making a box purchase. ” -Dave W. (mdwest)
Read MoreBlind Cigar Review: Cubariqueño | Protocol Sir Robert Peel Natural Toro
by Zane G. | Sep 30, 2019 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Cubariqueno, Erik Espinosa, Featured, Habano, Hector Alfonso Sr., IPCPR, Isaac M., John A., Mickey T., Natural, Nicaragua, Ryan H., Toro | 0 |
“Overall this was a decent smoke with the first half being my favorite. Rich buttery notes dominated the profile throughout and provided ample amounts of deliciousness for nearly and hour and a half. Recommended for those who enjoy mild and medium bodied sticks, this would be a good staple to add to almost any aficionados humidor. ” -John A. (Bostoneo)
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