Michael M.

Reviews


Aganorsa Leaf - La Validacion Corojo Gran Toro
Solid smoking experience, I'll be reordering...
This was my 1st cigar from this brand. I did fight the burn line getting off for the 1st half and had to keep correcting it. However, this was otherwise a very nice smoke, enjoyable to the end. Good long burn and it stayed lit even after sitting a while. The smoke was wonderfully thick and creamy with just the right level of spice...nice retrohale. Strength was as advertised 3/5. I could smoke these anytime. This one is going on my reorder list. I recommend trying it.

Alec Bradley - Black Market Esteli Punk
I don't get what the description claims...
This cigar was different than any other I've ever smoked. Leather, pepper, chocolate...not what I got. Mild to medium in strenth and lots of flavor, but strangely, I got tastes of Italian seasoning. I felt like I was smoking oregano and basil at times. In a crazy kind of way I like this cigar. I've smoked 2 now and can honestly say I may reorder these again for something different ever now and then. What a different and interesting cigar!

Gran Habano - Connecticut #1 Mini Cigarillos (20 Pack)
Great mini cigar
I really like these, in my opinion, medium strength, full flavored mini cigars. I purchased a tip set from Amazon to get the most enjoyment and cut down on waste from these mini cigars. Wonderful retrohale! I will order more.

Romeo y Julieta - 1875 Connecticut Nicaragua Churchill
Updated...
I tried this series just on a whim. Upon first puff I wasn't impressed. I smoked this cigar nearly the whole way but had to put it out. For me personally, the flavor was very bland and even bitter. I will not order these again. Update: 2nd smoke, very different experience. It started out same as before but soon developed into a nice, mild peppery smoke. The rest was pretty much the same, not a lot of depth of flavor, but ended still a pretty decent cigar. I'm upgrading my rating.

Ashton - Cabinet Selection #4
A must keep in my humidor
Great smoke! This is a mild to medium strength cigar in my opinion. The flavor is medium to full and absolutely fantastic. These are great from beginning to end. I think they're better than the Classic 8-9-8. Great anytime, anywhere cigar!

Ashton - Senoritas (10 Pack)
Wonderful little cigars!
I'm not a cigar person who can give you all the taste and aroma notes of cigars. I will say these are fantastic little cigars when you want a quick smoke. They are in my opinion full flavored and a delight to smoke. I absolutely love them when time is limited. I'd personally rank them medium strength. I suggest a mouthpiece or tip set which allows you to best enjoy these small cigars and get the most out of your purchase. I bought mine from Amazon, but there's lots of tips which allow you to fully smoke these smaller cigars.

Sutliff - 707 Sweet Virginia
Nice & smooth smoke with a little age
I originally purchased this for blending. Having tried this as a smoke on it's own I felt it was just OK. After about 8 months of sitting in my bulk container I decided to try it again. This has become a wonderful all day smoke. It's smooth and sweet. I will be buying more to age.

Lighters - Xikar Pipe Lighter - Pipeline Chrome Plated
Wasn't a good purchase for me...
My original thoughts were that this was a great lighter. The look was sleek and stylish. The flame was soft. I really liked it. Then I began to notice the flame grew as the fluid level dropped and constantly needed adjustment. At the end it would become almost torch-like before it was empty. Finally I found it leaked, needing refill after sitting unused. I cannot support these lighters with a good review. I purchased an IM Corona Big Boy and now have a great lighter. There is just no comparison here. Regardless of the warranty, I don't want to have my lighter always out for repairs. By quality the 1st time folks. Lesson learned here for me.

Cornell & Diehl - Daylight: Or L'yom 2oz
Very pleasing smoke!
I tried this on a whim while it was on sale. To me my bowl starts with a sugar coated nuts taste and even a sweet bread or cereal taste. As the bowl progresses I pick up a brown or burnt sugar taste. I don't pick up the perique so much but it with the orientals rounds out the Virginias for a wonderfully smooth and full flavor. It's easy to smoke with no bite and stays lit very well. The more I smoke this, the more I love it. Easy all day smoke. This is going to be a cellar addition for me and I suggest the sweet Virginia lovers try it. You won't be disappointed.

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