Note: I got it at the only shop in MN that sells these, Little Havana Tobacco. As far as I know, no other shop sells Blue Mountain. Also, they are not sold online last I checked.
This cigar is a Nicaraguan puro. The wraps are Connecticut and Habano Shade.
This cigar felt firm and well made. The wrap seemed a little separated but I would have to see how it smoked and burned to determine if this was an issue.
When lighting this cigar I got a terrible taste. Very tart and papery. The cigar was not dry, so I was thinking I had a dud, or that it was just a poor cigar. About 1/5 of the way through, that changed. Flavors started coming in. I got a creamy flavor mixed with one that could be described as something like oak. Underlying all of this was a hint of spice and cedar. The aftertaste was of a bitter cream. It lingered a little bit, but the taste remained consistant. Throughout this cigar, no flavors really came out though. It wasn't bad, but nothing to make you amazed. It was a more subtle flavor.
The draw and burn were good. It started to split and burn uneven at the end, but it was around the time of it being finished anyway, so that did not cause a problem. The separation in the wrap caused no issue either.
This cigar, for a double toro, was only $9, which is pretty good. This cigar does not have the some mix as other double wraps, as it is not as bold with its flavors. As I said, it is more subtle. The mix of flavors is good though, I just wish they came out more. All in all, not a bad smoke.
Final Grade: B
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Monday, November 29, 2010
Arganese Estilo Dominicano
This is a new cigar we got into Little Havana Tobacco, so I naturally had to try it.
This has a Connecticut wrapper, a Sumatra binder, and Dominican filler. Also, this cigar had a medium filler instead of a long filler. Just something to note.
The wrap felt nice and soft. I clipped the end and lit the cigar up. The first flavor that hit my taste buds was a nice creamy flavor. The mild cedar flavor came in next, mixed with something that could be described as a light coffee flavor. The aftertaste consisted of cream and a bitter portion that reminds me of Lipton Ice Tea. I know, odd way of describing it, but that is the only way I can put it. Very light on that flavor though.
The burn on this cigar was great. Even and consistent. The draw was amazing as well. It was easy to get a great smoke.
The price on this cigar is $10. Great price for a torpedo.
Final Grade: A
This has a Connecticut wrapper, a Sumatra binder, and Dominican filler. Also, this cigar had a medium filler instead of a long filler. Just something to note.
The wrap felt nice and soft. I clipped the end and lit the cigar up. The first flavor that hit my taste buds was a nice creamy flavor. The mild cedar flavor came in next, mixed with something that could be described as a light coffee flavor. The aftertaste consisted of cream and a bitter portion that reminds me of Lipton Ice Tea. I know, odd way of describing it, but that is the only way I can put it. Very light on that flavor though.
The burn on this cigar was great. Even and consistent. The draw was amazing as well. It was easy to get a great smoke.
The price on this cigar is $10. Great price for a torpedo.
Final Grade: A
Friday, November 26, 2010
Oliva Connecticut Reserve
This is the lightest of the Oliva line, and it was time to give it a shot.
This cigar had a nice, smooth, soft Connecticut wrapper with Nicaraguan long filler. A very simple cigar.
The first puff was one of a strong creamy flavor. During with it gave a hint of sweetness. It was almost like creamy coffee. It had a slight buttery flavor. The aftertaste was a light cream and a lingering sweet, like after having a cookie or piece of cake. Underneath was a hint of wood flavor. Hard to describe that one. I must be honest, saying it tastes like wood is not what I want to say (no, it is not a dirty joke), but it is tough to describe. A good flavor though.
The issue with this cigar in flavor is the strength. The creamy comes out easily, but the other flavors are a little difficult to notice.
The construction is very well done. Good draw, and good burn. No uneven burn at all. The only issue was how fast it burned. Seemed to shorten the smoke.
A robusto is $7.25 and the Churchill is $11.75. So the price is very reasonable. In fact, the price is good.
The robusto lasted about 25-30 minutes, when it should have been 35-40 minutes. So, that brings it down. Also, getting some of the flavors out. Still a great buy though which puts this one at a good grade.
Final Grade: B+/A-
This cigar had a nice, smooth, soft Connecticut wrapper with Nicaraguan long filler. A very simple cigar.
The first puff was one of a strong creamy flavor. During with it gave a hint of sweetness. It was almost like creamy coffee. It had a slight buttery flavor. The aftertaste was a light cream and a lingering sweet, like after having a cookie or piece of cake. Underneath was a hint of wood flavor. Hard to describe that one. I must be honest, saying it tastes like wood is not what I want to say (no, it is not a dirty joke), but it is tough to describe. A good flavor though.
The issue with this cigar in flavor is the strength. The creamy comes out easily, but the other flavors are a little difficult to notice.
The construction is very well done. Good draw, and good burn. No uneven burn at all. The only issue was how fast it burned. Seemed to shorten the smoke.
A robusto is $7.25 and the Churchill is $11.75. So the price is very reasonable. In fact, the price is good.
The robusto lasted about 25-30 minutes, when it should have been 35-40 minutes. So, that brings it down. Also, getting some of the flavors out. Still a great buy though which puts this one at a good grade.
Final Grade: B+/A-
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Rocky Patel Connecticut Vintage 1999
With a 7 year old Connecticut wrapper, Nicaraguan binder and 5 year old filler (Dominican and Nicaraguan), I decided to try this particular Rocky Patel. Now, most of the time the reviews are wonderful for Rocky cigars, but this one get mixed ones.
The look and construction of this cigar was a good one. I wouldn't expect less from a Rocky.
The flavor was creamy with a nice sweet aftertaste. It was almost like butter at some points. Unlike other Rocky Patel cigars, you have to go slow. Others, no matter how you smoke it, it tastes good. This one has a turn if puffed fast. It can go sour. Staying at a steady pace you get a creamy flavor with a hint of butter, and a creamy aftertaste. There lacked a balance to this cigar though. Almost like you needed a little bitter flavor to even it out. The butter flavor was also overshadowed by the creamy flavor. Seemed to be one sided much of the time.
The draw was just fine. A little more firm than other Rocky Patel's. The burn was even as well.
The price of a Churchill size is $12.50, which is over the top for this one. But for a creamy cigar, there are better. Rocky seems good at darker wraps. Even with that said, this cigar is well constructed and well smoked for the most part. Disappointing for a Rocky Patel though. Mostly a one note act, and thus not worth the price.
Final Grade: C-
The look and construction of this cigar was a good one. I wouldn't expect less from a Rocky.
The flavor was creamy with a nice sweet aftertaste. It was almost like butter at some points. Unlike other Rocky Patel cigars, you have to go slow. Others, no matter how you smoke it, it tastes good. This one has a turn if puffed fast. It can go sour. Staying at a steady pace you get a creamy flavor with a hint of butter, and a creamy aftertaste. There lacked a balance to this cigar though. Almost like you needed a little bitter flavor to even it out. The butter flavor was also overshadowed by the creamy flavor. Seemed to be one sided much of the time.
The draw was just fine. A little more firm than other Rocky Patel's. The burn was even as well.
The price of a Churchill size is $12.50, which is over the top for this one. But for a creamy cigar, there are better. Rocky seems good at darker wraps. Even with that said, this cigar is well constructed and well smoked for the most part. Disappointing for a Rocky Patel though. Mostly a one note act, and thus not worth the price.
Final Grade: C-
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