Quick Cigar Reviews Archives - Blind Man's Puff

Quick Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente | Opus X 20th Anniversary Father & Son

by Emmett | Jun 21, 2017 | All, Arturo Fuente, Carlos Fuente Jr, Dominican Republic, Emmett, Featured, Natural, Quick Cigar Reviews, Toro | 0 |

This cigar was so much better after a couple months of rest. When I first smoked it, I knew it was good, but not as special as I hoped. This time it was special. This 20th Anniversary Opus is nothing like the regular opus. It is medium bodied and nuanced, not in your face strength. The construction was almost perfect and the flavors were balanced. I only look forward to how this will age years on. Definitely recommend if you can find them.

Quick Cigar Review: Pinar del Rio | Reserva Superior Salomon

by Emmett | Jan 12, 2017 | Abe Flores, All, Dominican Republic, Emmett, Featured, Figurado, Habano, Natural, PDR, Quick Cigar Reviews | 1 |

This was an excellent cigar. I have never come across a PDR that I didn’t enjoy, but this one was among the best. I could also sense in it great aging potential and I believe time will only bring out more of the spice and coffee bean I detected in pre-light. These will not be around long, and I would advise against hesitation on purchasing some of these, as they will not lost long. I remember debating on pulling the trigger on a box of these when they were available years ago, and now regret not buying it even more. Buy a box of these, you will not be sorry.

Quick Cigar Review: Jas Sum Kral | Zlatno Sonce Toro

by Emmett | Jan 12, 2017 | All, Connecticut, Featured, Jas Sum Kral, Mickey T., Natural, Nicaragua, Quick Cigar Reviews, Toro | 1 |

This was an excellent cigar. It was a Connecticut, which I usually don’t gravitate towards, but as I said before, this is not your typical Connecticut. There is TONS of flavor and many transitions to keep your attention. The cigar was very smooth, and could be enjoyed anytime of the day not just with your coffee or as your 1st smoke of the day, but I will recommend you smoke it on a fresh palate in order to taste all the flavors this stick throws at you. My hat’s off to Riste on making a wonderful smoke.

Quick Cigar Review: El Primer Mundo | EPM 10 Year Anniversary

by Emmett | Nov 23, 2016 | All, Featured, Matthew T., Natural, Quick Cigar Reviews | 0 |

To celebrate the milestone of 10 years for El Primer Mundo Cigars, Sean Williams introduced the EPM 10 Year Anniversary cigar. It was released in June of 2016 and will be available at a very select group of retailers by invitation only. The cigar features a Rosado wrapper from Nicaragua, San Vicente binder, and Ligero Criollo, Ligero Negrito, and Corojo 2006 filler. It it made at the De Los Reyes SA factory in Dominican Republic. The EPM 10 Year is available in three vitolas. A 6×54 (MSRP $9.75) Toro, 5×50 Robusto (MSRP $8.75), and 5.5×42 Corona (MSRP $8.50). The cigar sampled for this review was the Toro vitola.

Quick Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust | Muestra de Saka #NLMTHA

by Emmett | Nov 4, 2016 | All, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, Emmett, Featured, Habano, IPCPR, Lancero, Nicaragua, Quick Cigar Reviews, Steve Saka | 1 |

Muestra de Saka is a collection of different cigar blends from Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust, each to be released at separate times throughout the next year. It was unveiled at the 2016 IPCPR and Muestra de Saka translated means “Sample of Saka”.

Quick Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust | Sobremesa Corona Grande

by Steve Warzee | Jul 12, 2016 | All, Corona Gorda, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, Featured, Habano, Natural, Nicaragua, Quick Cigar Reviews, Rosado, Steve, Steve Saka | 0 |

This cigar seemed to come with a lot of hype. Wow, did it deliver. From the subtle changes back and forth in the flavor profile to the smooth draw, this cigar just exceeded expectations in every aspect. I smoked the corona vitola and my only concern was that it did not last longer. Get these if you can. I know I will.

Quick Cigar Review: AKA Hybrid Corona Gorda

by Stefan | Jul 7, 2016 | All, Cameroon, Corojo, Corona Gorda, Featured, Honduras, Natural, Quick Cigar Reviews, Stefan | 1 |

Construction was mostly fine, with good draw through a full cut and a mostly even burn with occasional canoeing and short ashes; it seemed to be a bit tightly rolled as it went out on me four times when left unattended. Lasted me for about 90 minutes.

Quick Cigar Review: Dominican Big Leaguer | 1st Generation

by Kevin S. | Jul 1, 2016 | All, Featured, Kevin S., Quick Cigar Reviews | 0 |

Keystoned at $7.80 this is a great selection to have in your humidor. I was able to smoke it completely to the nub. The ashes remained solid throughout. The draw was great. I never had to touch it up even resting it several minutes it did not require relighting. Just an awesome smoke.

Quick Cigar Review: Prendelo | Rosa Blanca

by Wes Gade | Jun 9, 2016 | All, Featured, Habano, Natural, Nicaragua, Quick Cigar Reviews, Toro, Wes | 1 |

Overall this was a great smoke. Very well rounded and balanced with some pepper spice at the start that changed into more of an all spice or cinnamon flavor. There was some very good sweetness to it that was almost caramel like during most parts. The draw and burn were both very good as well. This is probably the only cigar that I can remember smoking where I really noticed the aroma and that the wonderful aroma of the cigar did add to the experience. There is no way someone could smell the aroma of this cigar and not fall in love with it.

Quick Cigar Review: Ramon Allones | Specially Selected

by Kyle L. | Jun 7, 2016 | All, Cuba, Featured, Kyle, Natural, Quick Cigar Reviews, Robusto | 1 |

Although not overly complex, this cigar was more than what I expected. I have smoked a few RASS in the past and did not recall them being this good. Smooth, rich, creamy and very enjoyable sums up this cigar quite well. The appearance of the cigar on the pre-light may have led many aficionados to pass on this cigar (me included), but this is the perfect example of “don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” I’ll certainly be seeking more of these out.

Quick Cigar Review: Padilla | La Pilar No. 4 Toro

by Emmett | Jun 2, 2016 | All, Ernesto Padilla, Featured, Habano, Honduras, IPCPR, Matthew T., Oscuro, Padilla, Quick Cigar Reviews, Toro | 0 |

The La Pilar No. 4 was a great burner. Clean burn line, no touch-ups and no relights. It had consistent smoke output and a draw that improved as it went on. The smoke had a nice full texture and pleasing aroma. The flavor profile was not extreme or complex but each individual flavor component was defined and clean. I always enjoy an increase in strength toward the end and the La Pilar No. 4 delivered that very well. At about 82 minutes, its a long burn time for a box-pressed Toro. That brings more value and more enjoyment. I would gladly reach for this cigar again.

Quick Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente | Don Carlos Eye of the Shark

by Steve Warzee | May 26, 2016 | All, Featured, Quick Cigar Reviews, Steve | 0 |

The Eye of the Shark comes with a mystique of its own. It is a slightly milder and crisper cigar than it’s fellow Anejo shark. The construction is just as pleasant with a nice wrapper color and build. Again, this cigar was an amazing treat with a softer beginning to a leather and spice finish that never overpowered and never diminished. If you are able to find these at not outrageous prices do yourself the favor.