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90%

Overall Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Hoyo | La Amistad Silver Robusto

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·October 30, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Hoyo | La Amistad Silver Robusto

"I was a little concerned on the cold draw before lighting, but this cigar was really pretty good. Good flavor combinations, and lots of smoke output. It did burn a bit on the fast side, but the flavors that came throughout the smoking experience were tasty and made sense together. I would smoke this again." -Matthew T. (A Huge Nerd)

89%

Good

Blind Cigar Review: Monte by Montecristo | AJ Fernandez Belicoso

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·October 5, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Monte by Montecristo | AJ Fernandez Belicoso

"This was a good looking cigar that was enjoyable for the first two thirds. The final third fell a bit short as the cigar got hot and bitter. Would be interested too see what some age does to these. " -Zane G. (Zane)

92%

Overall | Great

Blind Cigar Review: The Oscar | Maduro Toro

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·September 20, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: The Oscar | Maduro Toro

"I really enjoyed every aspect of this cigar. If you like deeper flavored cigar with a nice pepper finish this is the one. Great build, with minimal need to track the burn. Sit back and truly enjoy the nuances that this cigar has to offer. Well done to the company." -Steve (ThaGreatWazoo)

91%

Overall Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: HR | Blue Petite Edmundo

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·September 6, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: HR | Blue Petite Edmundo

"Really good cigar. Solid core flavors, great initial flavor blast from the closed foot, and some interesting transitions along the way. There were a few minor construction issues, it wasn't tremendously nuanced and it got a little flat toward the end, but there's still good stuff happening here. I'd smoke a ton of these. " -John I. (John I.)

90%

Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Cohiba | Blue Robusto

All Blind Cigar Reviews Cohiba Dominican Republic Featured Gregg Jhonys Diaz John I.Matthew T.Natural OSA Robusto Sun Grown Zane G.

·August 11, 2017

Cohiba Blue Robusto – Blind Cigar Review

"My vocabulary of superlatives are inadequate to do this justice. Easily one of the best, and most memorable cigars I've ever had. Complex, and really nicely nuanced. It doesn't really progress through "changes" like a lot of cigars, instead there are all kinds of things happening, all the time." -John I. (John I.)

93%

Overall Score

Blind Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobaco & Trust | Umbagog Robusto PlusBlind Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobaco & Trust | Umbagog Robusto Plus

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·October 20, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobaco & Trust | Umbagog Robusto Plus

"This was a cigar that fired on all cylinders for me. Once I paired it with a very rich stout, it really came into its own and was a superb cap to my evening. I have absolutely nothing to criticize with this sample. It would be my honor to personally thank the blender and roller of this super premium cigar. This will find a home in my rotation if I can find more!" -Jason H. (Jokey Smurf)

89%

Good

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·September 21, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Pulita | 60 Aniversario Toro

"This cigar hit all of my sweet spots in terms of flavor. Peppery, leathery, with hints of scotch whiskey toward the end. I'd happily invest in a few more of these to see if I could get some with a more consistent draw. I bet this would be a tremendous smoke if that issue was ameliorated. " -John I. (John I.)

89%

Overall Score - Good

Blind Cigar Review: Crowned Heads | Four Kicks Maduro Corona Gorda

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·September 13, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Crowned Heads | Four Kicks Maduro Robusto

"While a pretty simple stick with no transitions or changes detected from beginning to end, this was still a really good smoke with plenty of flavor provided, a great flavor profile, and no maintenance required. I'd happily smoke this one again and recommend it to a friend. " -Dave W. (mdwest)

90%

Overall Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Partagas | Heritage Robusto

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·August 23, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Partagas | Heritage Robusto

"I really enjoyed this cigar. The flavors were plentiful and full and right in my wheelhouse. The aroma of this cigar is the reason I started to smoke cigars. Something about the smell reminded me of my childhood (I realize this sounds corny, but it is true). I will definitely be smoking more of these in the future and just hope the price tag is kind to the wallet." -Adam B. (Bushboy)

89%

Overall Score - Good

Blind Cigar Review: AVO Syncro South America Ritmo Toro

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·July 26, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: AVO | Syncro South America Ritmo Toro

"In terms of flavor, this would likely be a good introductory cigar for a novice. The flavor profile is light, accessible and pleasant. Creamy, floral and mild mannered with a bit of a kick toward the end. Anyone with an interest in experiencing cigars would likely be impressed. The construction problems would be a drawback for a newcomer however." -John I. (John I.)

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