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Allison T.

90%

Very Good

JRE Aladino Habano Vintage Selection Toro - Blind Cigar Review

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·September 1, 2021

JRE Aladino Habano Vintage Selection Toro – Blind Cigar Review

"I have always said how a cigar look does not translate to how it performs. I have smoked some elegant-looking cigars that just didn't deliver. This one was definitely not a beauty queen, but it was a very good cigar. It kind of started to head in the direction of bitter in the middle, but recovered admirably in the final third, making for a cigar that transitioned and developed very well from start to finish. It was also a relatively slow burner. With the burn and draw on point and the strength never getting overwhelming, this is a cigar I would have zero issues handing to a new smoker, nor would I hesitate to hand one to a seasoned aficionado. Looking forward to finding out what this one is! " -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

89%

Good

Dapper Desvalido Toro - Blind Cigar Review

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·August 15, 2022

Dapper Desvalido Toro – Blind Cigar Review

"I would love to smoke this cigar again with an improved draw. The flavor notes were very nice but I dare say I missed out on the full experience due to the tightness. There could’ve been a little more oomph to the notes but it still was a pretty cigar to look at and a decent smoking experience." -Diana (ArmyRN)

88%

Good

Punch 180 Aniversario - Blind Cigar Review

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·April 22, 2022

Punch 180 Aniversario – Blind Cigar Review

"I don't usually go for the bigger cigars but this was excellent start to finish. The sweet cocoa at the beginning that morphed into buttered toast and warm cinnamon at the midway point was perfectly balanced by charred oak and black pepper on the retro. The final inch or so got a little heavy on the wood notes but I would definitely smoke this one again after a big dinner with a nice rye to pair." -Vance T. (Vance)

89%

Overall Score - Good

Blind Cigar Review: Nestor Miranda | Special Selection Toro

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·January 22, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Nestor Miranda | Special Selection Gran Toro

"This cigar was fun to smoke. Though it may not be my favorite size, I prefer a 42-48RG, I never once felt uncomfortable smoking it. It was ever changing and kept my interest throughout. This would make a great cigar that could be enjoyed as you were day drinking. Would pair well with any type of spirit and most wines due to it flavor profile. It is a little bit of a time commitment due to it's size but well worth it. I will have to grab a few for my next beer fest or social gathering where I know I will have the time to enjoy it. " -Estevan Z. (TheRealBanzi)

90%

Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Undercrown Shade Suprema

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·March 23, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Undercrown Shade Suprema

"I feel the only downside to this cigar was the draw but because of how much flavor I got off cigar, it ended up not bothering me that much. I felt the second third was the best part of this cigar. Although it smoked fast, the flavor of slight pepper, salted pretzels and caramel was enjoyable. For a mild to medium cigar I though this was very flavorful. For me this would be a perfect cigar for a golf course." -Jake P. (Jake P.)

91%

Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Undercrown ShadyXX 2020

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·August 31, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Undercrown ShadyXX 2020

"This is a cigar for an experienced smoker... lots of flavor, but it really packs a punch! I’m certain that I’ll buy these once I know what it is, and I’ll certainly recommend it to my friends who like a strong cigar. For me, this hit the spot!" -Jason H. (Jokey Smurf)

92%

Great

Blind Cigar Review: Cavalier Genève | Black Series II Toro

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·July 3, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Cavalier Genève | Black Series II Toro

"Great cigar! Taste was excellent with an amazing burn. Hard to find anything wrong. The chocolate and earthiness was great. Just the right amount of bitterness to the chocolate flavors so it did not overpower the other flavors. I really enjoyed the raisins and dated in the first and second third. I would have like them to finish off the cigar however I can not complain how it finished with the rustic flavor." -Jake P. (Jake P.)

91%

Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Plasencia | Reserva Original Robusto

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·July 20, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Plasencia | Reserva Original Robusto

"This was a delight to smoke with its note changes that really compliment each other & excellent construction... It was truly great to sit back in the sun & enjoy the experience instead of tending to the cigar. " -Allison T. (The Yoga Ash)

89%

Good

Davidoff JR 50th Anniversary - Blind Cigar Review

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·August 20, 2021

Davidoff JR 50th Anniversary – Blind Cigar Review

"What started out as a phenomenal cigar faded quickly to bitter then harsh. There was such a great sweetness and fruit profile at the beginning I settled in to what I thought was going to be an epic cigar. Instead, the cigar turned dry and earthy with heavy ground coffee and wood notes on the finish. I will be curious to find out what this cigar is and determine if I just got the "one off" from the floor that was just not great, or if this is a common profile of the cigar." -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

93%

Great

Blind Cigar Review: E.P. Carrillo | Elencos Elites

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·September 16, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: E.P. Carrillo | Elencos Elites

"I loved all the warm spices, coco with a slight spiciness in the back of the throat that made me think this would be a great cigar to pair with English Breakfast tea on a cool crisp night. " -Allison T. (The Yoga Ash)

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