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Blind Cigar Review: MBombay | Vintage Reserve Lancero 1973

All Blind Cigar Reviews Costa Rica Featured IPCPR Kyle Matt C.Matthew T.MBombay Mel Shah Natural Stefan

·February 20, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: MBombay | Vintage Reserve Lancero 1973

"Perfectly balanced and medium bodied is the best way to sum up this cigar. I had the opportunity to smoke two of these premium cigar offerings... that is like 16" of cigar.. never once did a harsh flavor cross my palate. On the exhale we had cedar, white pepper, herbs, antique tobacco, malts, and a little bit of sweetness. Retro had a delicious creamy airy lemon cake and cedar. Multi-country blend for sure. Perfect construction and burn. This cigar had flavors that reminded me of a old Cuban cigar from the 1980's with double the damn body. Aroma had an ancient library smell. This cigar would do very well in the European market. I'm done. Bravo." -Matt C. (Big Matt)

92%

Total Score - Great

Blind Cigar Review: Mombacho | Liga Maestro Novillo

Adam B.All Blind Cigar Reviews Featured IPCPR Matt C.Matthew T.Natural Nicaragua Toro

·January 11, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Mombacho | Liga Maestro Novillo

Cigar Info In March of this year, Mombacho Cigars announced that they had started shipping prerelease boxes of their new...

91%

Total Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Jas Sum Kral | Red Knight Lancero

All Blind Cigar Reviews Dave Featured Habano Jas Sum Kral Lancero Matt C.Matthew T.Natural Nicaragua Steve

·November 9, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Jas Sum Kral | Red Knight Lancero

"Aside from a couple minor touch-ups, the burn was good throughout. Considering how oily the wrapper was, that was pretty impressive. The ash was somewhat flaky, but it's a lancero so that was expected." -Matthew T. (A Huge Nerd)

90%

Total Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Montecristo | Pilotico No. 2

All Blind Cigar Reviews Eric Featured Grupo de Maestros IPCPR Jason H.Matt C.Matthew T.Montecristo (DR)Natural Nicaragua Sumatra Torpedo

·October 21, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Montecristo | Pilotico No. 2

"This cigar was never in my wheelhouse, but I am happy I got the opportunity to smoke it. This cigar expands the palate from prelight to the nub of what a premium cigar can offer in terms of flavor. Maybe my palate is broken.. I have no idea, but the exhale/retro was interesting delivering the wet wood, peat, earth, citrus, salt and flighty cream. I would happily have a few of these on hand to enjoy with some rye whiskey." -Matt C. (Big Matt)

91%

Total Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Room 101 | Master Collection Two Roxxo

All Blind Cigar Reviews Criollo Featured Honduras IPCPR Jason H.Matt Booth Matt C.Matthew T.Mickey T.Natural Room101 Rothschild

·October 14, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Room 101 | Master Collection Two Roxxo

"I really enjoyed this cigar and would very much so enjoy to be able to experience this premium cigar offering again. While not being the most complex cigar it provided great flavors throughout. The retro was where this blend is at with the pepper, cream, cedar and floral notes. Finish was clean AF. The petite robusto vitola is a favorite of mine and would work great in colder climates. Pick up this cigar and smoke it because Momma always said, "what is here today could be gone tomorrow." Applause." -Matt C. (Big Matt)

91%

Total Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Toraño | Exodus Robusto (2016)

Alan All Blind Cigar Reviews Carlos Torano Charlie Torano Eric Featured IPCPR Jason H.Matt C.Natural Nicaragua Robusto

·January 31, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Toraño | Exodus Robusto (2016)

"This is a very good cigar that could be smoked after your son's bar mitzvah or after you knock-out some asshole that drank you beer, I digress. Any cigar guy would enjoy this cigar as rich tobacco is very evident on the exhale and palate. The retro had a touch of sweetness that lingered with the cream and grass. That being said if you sit back and pay attention to this cigar you can pick up the nuances in this blend. This is a classic blend and I wouldn't be surprised if the blender is a descendant of a family rich in tobacco and cigar culture. If the price is right, this premium cigar offering box-worthy." -Matt C. (Big Matt)

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Total Score - Great

Blind Cigar Review: Cubariqueño | Protocol Lancero

All Blind Cigar Reviews Collaboration Review Cubariqueno Derek Featured Habano IPCPR Kyle Lancero Matt C.Natural Nicaragua Oscuro Stefan

·January 4, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Cubariqueño | Protocol Lancero

Cigar Info A line extension to the original Protocol release was shows off at this years IPCPR trade show. The...

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Total Score - Good

Blind Cigar Review: Villiger | San'Doro Colorado Toro

All Blind Cigar Reviews Featured Gregg Habano IPCPR Jason H.Matt C.Matthew T.Natural Nicaragua Toro Villiger

·November 1, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Villiger | San’Doro Colorado Toro

"The first two thirds showed some promise, although a bit one dimensional. The creamy leather and oak combination was very enjoyable. The final third, however, was my samples unraveling. A harsh cedar and tight draw almost had me tossing this one. Based on other reviewers experiences, this might be a candidate for the golf course." -Gregg (McGreggor57)

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Total Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: E.P. Carrillo | Short Run 2016

All Blind Cigar Reviews Dave Dominican Republic E.P. Carrillo E.P. Carrillo Featured Gregg Habano IPCPR Matt C.Matthew T.Natural Toro

·October 18, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: E.P. Carrillo | Short Run 2016

“Part of the joy of a blind review is finding out later what it is I was smoking. Well, I am very excited to find out on this one because I may be buying a box. The flavor and aroma combination was fantastic and interesting. The burn was incredible. The smoke output was HUGE. If it is a cigar in my price range, I will be stocking up.” –Matthew T. (A Huge Nerd)

90%

Total Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Yamasa Toro

Adam B.All Blind Cigar Reviews Davidoff Dominican Republic Featured Hendrik Kelner IPCPR Jeff Matt C.Matthew T.Natural Toro

·October 12, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Yamasa Toro

"I really enjoyed this cigar and anxiously anticipating the reveal. Looking forward to adding a few to the humidor. Enjoyable flavors, almost perfect cool burn, and just a flat out good cigar. Bravo." -Adam B. (Bushboy)

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Matt C.

Blind Cigar Review: MBombay | Vintage Reserve Lancero 1973

Blind Cigar Review: Mombacho | Liga Maestro Novillo

Blind Cigar Review: Jas Sum Kral | Red Knight Lancero

Blind Cigar Review: Montecristo | Pilotico No. 2

Blind Cigar Review: Room 101 | Master Collection Two Roxxo

Blind Cigar Review: Toraño | Exodus Robusto (2016)

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Blind Cigar Review: Villiger | San’Doro Colorado Toro

Blind Cigar Review: E.P. Carrillo | Short Run 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Yamasa Toro

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