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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.)

91%

Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: JRE | Aladino Habano Vintage Selection Rothschild

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·January 29, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: JRE | Aladino Habano Vintage Selection Rothschild

"I have always been a fan of smaller ring gauge cigars. This little cigar was a treat. The flavors and how they were delivered were very good. This is a cigar I would reach for first thing in the morning or any time I want a flavorful cigar with minimal time to smoke. It is definitely a cigar that can be enjoyed by all, as it is very mild mannered in the strength department, while more medium full in flavor and body at the finish. I will be very curious to find out what cigar this is so they can be a permanent part of my collection." -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

91%

Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: CAO | Bones Chicken Foot

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·December 30, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: CAO | Bones Chicken Foot

"A cigar with some of the classic notes and transitions that mesh well together. Always been a fan of red pepper and coffee notes in cigars, and to end with a mellowed out cinnamon bread, was very rewarding. I wouldn't run out and buy boxes of these, but I could definitely smoke this again." -Doug S. (Unpossible_1)

94%

Excellent

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·May 3, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente | Don Carlos No. 3

"I want to smoke another one of these refined, delicious cigars immediately. I’m so curious to see if the flavor profile is consistent amongst other samples because if they are - it is without a singular doubt box-purchase worthy. Seek this excellent cigar out immediately before I buy them all!" -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

91%

Very Good

JR Ultimate 50th Anniversary - Blind Cigar Review

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·February 11, 2022

JR Ultimate 50th Anniversary – Blind Cigar Review

"This is an extremely full-bodied cigar with core flavors of earth and wood. When the initial pepper spice was joined by some mineral early on things calmed down a bit, I only wish that the addition of coffee and orange zest that appeared in the final third had arrived earlier in the smoking experience as they added some complexity and balance to the cigar that I felt was needed. As far as pairings are concerned, I highly recommend a bourbon that has a natural touch of sweetness to it." -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

92%

Great

Hoyo La Amistad Dark Sumatra Media Noche - Blind Cigar Review

AJ Fernandez All Blind Cigar Reviews Featured Hoyo de Monterrey (DR)Nicaragua Sumatra Toro

·July 7, 2021

Hoyo La Amistad Dark Sumatra Media Noche – Blind Cigar Review

"This enjoyable cigar featured great construction from start to finish. While there was not a great deal of complexity present, the transitions in both strength and dominant flavors (especially in the second third) were quite enjoyable. While I wish the creaminess had stuck around longer, the bold cedar and mostly consistent spice danced very well together throughout the smoking experience." -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

88%

Good

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·February 2, 2022

Protocol Coppers – Blind Cigar Review

"A nice quick morning smoke. A very simple cigar with notes of bread, sweet tea, and lots of oak. Minor touch-up is needed to help with the burn. A cigar I'd seek out and add to my humidor. Pairs well with a cup of coffee and a fire." -Sean F. (fullermaine)

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.)

92%

Great

Protocol Bass Reeves Natural (Pre Release) - Blind Cigar Review

All Blind Cigar Reviews Cubariqueno Featured Hector Alfonso Sr.Nicaragua Sumatra Toro

·December 17, 2021

Protocol Bass Reeves Natural (Pre Release) – Blind Cigar Review

"I enjoyed the transition from a light sweet cedar start to more medium earth and leather to the slightly fuller smokey pepper ending. To me, this would be a great mid-morning cigar to get your taste buds kicked into gear. I couldn't ask for much more from the burn or the construction and will absolutely revisit this blend in the future." -Lauren S. (Lauren S.)"

91%

Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Alec & Bradley | Blind Faith Toro

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·September 4, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Alec & Bradley | Blind Faith Toro

"This was an enjoyable cigar with distinct, easily discernible flavors which fluctuated in their prominence throughout the smoking experience. It was aided by solid construction and a lack of overall boringness. While not presenting itself as anything groundbreaking, I would certainly smoke this cigar again." -Matt Cade (CADE)

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