Asylum has been an interesting cigar choice for me as of late – since I picked up a sampler pack last week. Tonight’s selection was the Asylum Ogre, a candella/maduro barber pole cigar that was 6X60. Asylum is the brainchild in part of Christian Eiroa. Using a Nicaraguan Candela wrapper with a Habano maduro wrapper … Continue reading
Nestor Miranda Danno – a Nicaraguan blend with a broadleaf wrapper and pig tail cap. The cold draw produces flavors of light dark fruit with something mellow, maybe spice? The wrapper looks a little rough, few veins. Very dark chocolate color. The first few puffs start off with wood flavors-the dark fruit is definitely … Continue reading
Vivalo Cigar Co., has been established since 2013 with the inaugural release “Serie Exclusivo,” which is comprised of 100% Nicaraguan tobacco from the two most esteemed growing regions, Esteli and Jalapa. The Vivalo Exclusivo Gordo starts off with a peppery draw that has coffee on the back along with hints of sweetness. Almost nutty flavors. The … Continue reading
Lodi California $11.00 Color: Deep Red Nose: Classical merlot nose of spice and berry. Taste: Immediate earthiness from chalky soil. Intense tart cherry followed by subtle spices and soft tannins. I wouldn’t be surprised if this went well with braised lambs, hard cheeses or certain Italian sausages. Overall, it’d a good starter merlot because the … Continue reading
This is definitely a treat of a cigar for those who want something extra special in their humidors. At just over four inches, this 35 minute smoke packs a ton of flavor. Great construction with a tight white ash that held firm. The taste was smooth and silky, but not as sensual as the Padron … Continue reading
I had this earlier at Grants and all I can say is WOW! The construction of this box pressed cigar is solid, producing a tight white ash. Flavors on this easy to draw cigar include pronounced coffee and tobacco that smooth out as the cigar smokes. This is definitely an upgrade if you’re familiar with … Continue reading
Tatuaje Website The Artistas is a 6 1/8 X 52 Torpedo Pete Johnson has done something in the cigar industry that not many people have. He’s made a quality cigar that’s quickly shot to the ranks of top scoring by cigar magazines across the board. Reviewers love his cigars, smokers love them, and now you’ll … Continue reading
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