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Kevin A.

91%

Very Good

Kristoff Cameroon Robusto - Blind Cigar Review

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·May 28, 2021

Kristoff Cameroon Robusto – Blind Cigar Review

"The plethora of woodsy notes in this cigar with the addition of the pronounced mineral component reminded me of several Cuban maduros that I’ve smoked over the years. It’s an enjoyable smoking experience, I especially appreciated the spike in strength in the final third which kept the finale from being boring. I hate boring cigars and this one passed the boring test." -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

85%

Blind Cigar Review: Grunt Rolls | Ink Stick Oscuro Gordo

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·April 23, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: Grunt Rolls | Ink Stick Oscuro Gordo

"What started out as a good cigar ended poorly. Enjoyed the variety of notes that came through. Towards the end, the wrapper split and unraveled. Draw became hard and the cigar became spongy. Touch-up was needed at the beginning and two re-lights were needed at the end. A 50/50 cigar. Never know which half will be enjoyable." -Sean F. (fullermaine)

89%

Good

Blind Cigar Review: AVO | Classic Belicoso

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·April 16, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: AVO | Classic Belicoso

"Flavor profile notwithstanding, this was a smooth and easy smoke. If you're a fan of floral cigars, with a simple expression that you don't have to think a lot about, this could make a nice Sunday morning cigar with a cup of tea and a good book. But it's a miss for me." -Vance T. (Vance)

89%

Good

Blind Cigar Review: El Artista | Puro Ambar Robusto

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·March 29, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: El Artista | Puro Ambar Robusto

"For a cigar that looked odd from the get-go and had a highly unpleasant cold draw, it performed very well and acted overall like an “ordinary” cigar. Hooray! I liked the portfolio of flavors presented by this cigar throughout the smoking experience and, coupled with the excellent construction, I’d certainly smoke it again. " -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

93%

Great

Blind Cigar Review: CAO | Pilón Robusto Revisited

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·February 10, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: CAO | Pilón Robusto Revisited

"This was an enjoyable cigar from the prelight on. It started of medium-full, built a little strength as it went, and finished in the upper end of the medium-full range. Flavor transition from the 2nd to the final third sealed the deal on the enjoyment factor and this is definitely a cigar I would visit again." -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

90%

Very Good

Casdagli Cabinet Selection Romano - Blind Cigar Review

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·May 19, 2021

Casdagli Cabinet Selection Romano – Blind Cigar Review

"This was a great little cigar. Nice transitions, and a flavor complexity kind of right in the middle. Not too simple, not overly complex. Burn and draw made for a fun enjoyment factor, and the flavors definitely leave you wanting there to be more to smoke when it is done. Mild-mannered, and no stronger than medium, this would be a good anytime cigar, especially if you are wanting to reach for something with some good flavors and don't have a ton of time to sit and enjoy. " -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

86%

Fair

Blind Cigar Review: La Aurora | 107 Corona

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·April 21, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: La Aurora | 107 Corona

"This cigar wasn’t pretty, it wasn’t complex, and it was rough goings early on with a tight draw that eventually opened up to acceptable levels of airflow. While I wouldn’t seek out this cigar to smoke again, to use a favorite line my hero Larry David, “having said that” I could think of worse ways to spend 52 minutes. " -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

94%

Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Padilla | Finest Hour Oscuro Robusto

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·April 2, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: Padilla | Finest Hour Oscuro Robusto

"I really enjoyed this cigar, specifically the way it evolved. It was like a meal, starting with a smoky, peppered steak and ending with a warm cinnamon-dusted butter cake. This could easily become a daily smoke for me depending on price point." -Vance T. (Vance)

93%

Great

Blind Cigar Review: PDR | AFR-75 San Andres Claro Sublime

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·February 26, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: PDR | AFR-75 San Andres Claro Sublime

"Overall I enjoyed this cigar. The transition from dry and earth to bakers spice and bread notes was a pleasant surprise. The lemon zest on the finish definitely added to the overall experience " -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

94%

Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Perdomo | Reserve 10th Anniversary Box-Pressed Sun Grown Epicure

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·February 5, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: Perdomo | Reserve 10th Anniversary Box-Pressed Sun Grown Epicure

"I highly enjoyed this cigar! If you’re not blowing smoke out of your nose you’ll probably have a more boring experience. While the French Roast coffee note on the draw is nice ALL the retrohale flavors of mineral, mint, and spice steal the show. Combine that experience with great construction and this cigar is a winner. " -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

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