"While smoking a cigar, we are in the presence of eternity. The tobacco reminds us of the earth, from which it and we came. As with ourselves, the life of some cigars are short, while others last a while longer, but in the end all are consumed. But the smoke, ah, the smoke! The smoke drifts gently heavenward on its quest to combine with the great eternal oneness." -Prince Sined Yar Maharg
| September Points Contest is Under Way! | By: SenorPablo |
| The points contest is under way for the month of September. The 26 members with the most points for the month have a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Famous Smoke Shop. You can read the details HERE. To view the previous month's contest results see here. | |
| Toys for Tots Drive 2023 | By: SenorPablo |
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| Foundation Cigar Co. Olmec Claro Robusto | October 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (McBryde) | |||
| I think this cigar was a ROTT casualty! I can see this cigar building into a great cigar with a little time in the humidor. The construction of the cigar other than it being a little open of a draw, w... Read More | |||
| Foundation Cigar Co. Olmec Claro Robusto | October 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Brlesq) | |||
| I really enjoyed this cigar. While not overly complex, the flavor profile is quite enjoyable and the perfect burn made it an enjoyable experience. Most Foundation cigars are not in my wheelhouse, but ... Read More | |||
| Foundation Cigar Co. Olmec Claro Robusto | October 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Brian (bstessl) | |||
| Thanks to Beeger for letting me hop into this critique! Overall I enjoyed this cigar. The strength was right up my alley and flavors were good. The burn rate was steady until the tunnel finishe... Read More | |||
| Foundation Cigar Co. Olmec Claro Robusto | October 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Adam (BewareDaPenguin) | |||
| Thanks again to Byron & Geeks for sponsoring this critique and letting me play! Although I had some construction issues, which led to other issues, when it did perform it did it well. I enjoyed th... Read More | |||
| Foundation Cigar Co. Olmec Claro Robusto | October 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Barry (benchjockey) | |||
| This was the case of two halves for me. The first half offered a flavor combination of pepper, cashews and sweetness. I was fully enjoying the stick. Then, as the second half progressed, the flavors ... Read More | |||
| Casdagli Cigars Cypher 3311 Line "Enigma" | April 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Gary (headfirst) | |||
| Thank you to Michael and Casdagli for sponsoring this review. The few Casdagli cigars I’ve tried I’ve really enjoyed. Unfortunately this particular stick suffered from a tight draw and a stubbor... Read More | |||
| Casdagli Cigars Cypher 3311 Line "Enigma" | April 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Adam (BewareDaPenguin) | |||
| Thanks again to Casdagli Cigars & Cigar Geeks for the opportunity to smoke this cigar, it really was a treat. It has opened my eyes to more of the Casdagli lines as I’ve only previously smoked t... Read More | |||
| Casdagli Cigars Cypher 3311 Line "Enigma" | April 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Cfickter) | |||
| While not overly complex there are some great flavor notes and the transitions between those are smooth, three are some surprising pop ins. This cigar has probably the best back story I have run a... Read More | |||
| Casdagli Cigars Cypher 3311 Line "Enigma" | April 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Neal (ntanner) | |||
| Thanks to Casdagli cigars for sponsoring this critique and for giving me the opportunity to try this cigar. This is a large cigar, almost intimidating when you hold it in your hand but after you get b... Read More | |||
| Casdagli Cigars Cypher 3311 Line "Enigma" | April 2024 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Jared (The Burn Ward) | |||
| A big thank you to Casdagli and Michael for hosting this GC. The presentation was phenomenal. The taste profile for me needs a good scotch pairing that really sets it over the top. I'd be interest... Read More | |||
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| Raymond Pages Megilla Gran Toro |  |
| By: tuck0411 (Today at 05:28 PM) | |
| Humidor time: 128 days Humidimeter reading: Head - 70, foot - 62 Appearance and construction: A few minor veins, an oily sheen, and a moderately firm pack with no soft spots... Gave it a double shallow V-cut and PLD was moderately open. (9/10) Flavor: PLA gave a whiff of tobacco. The light gave a medium/full profile with a spicy retro and notes of rich wood, coffee, and spice. The spice in the nose faded after a few puffs with the other flavors staying consistent through the first half after which a hint of citrus crept in and then intensified in the last third. Very rich and flavorful, overall, with plenty of spice to keep things interesting throughout. Strength was about medium or a bit better. (32/35)  Smoking characteristics: The light produced a moderately easy draw, good smoke volume, and an even burn to start. The burn stayed even through the first third with the ash falling at 1 1/4" leaving a small cone. Things were uneventful through the 2nd third until a wrapper split developed in the last third which caused the burn to get a bit wavy but self-correcting before reaching the nub. Draw and smoke output remained mostly optimal throughout. (19/20) Overall impression: This one came in a blend sampler from Cigar Page awhile back. This was the third vitola I've had from this blend, the first two being the perfecto and the gordo, and my reviews of those show that I didn't enjoy the flavors as much as I did with this one. So, apparently it's growing on me or something... The wood note is very up-front, which was my main complaint with the first two, mainly the gordo, but it's a very rich and tasty wood so, at least with this vitola, I enjoyed it a lot and am looking forward to trying the other vitolas in this sampler. Great smoke! (32/35) Burn time: 1:27 Rating: 92 | |
| Camacho 10th Anniversary Toro |  |
| By: tuck0411 (10/13/2024 04:11 PM) | |
| Humidor time: 127 days in mine, 10 years or more in someone else's... Humidimeter reading: Head - 70, foot - 60 Appearance and construction: A few veins, a light sheen, a light box-press, and a moderately soft pack with no soft spots... It also had a crack in the wrapper extending up from the foot for about 1 1/2". Gave it a double shallow V-cut and PLD was moderately open. (8/10) Flavor: PLA gave a whiff of rich tobacco. The light gave a medium+ profile with a spicy retro and notes of wood, creamy coffee, spice, and a slight hint of citrus. The spice in the nose faded after a few puffs with the other flavors staying consistent throughout. No transitions to note but this was very flavorful and pretty close to my wheelhouse for this type of blend. Strength was about medium at best. (32/35)  Smoking characteristics: The light produced a moderately easy draw, smoke volume on the low side of optimal, and a wavy burn to start. The burn continued wavily through the first third as it navigated the aforementioned cracked wrapper. It tried to self-correct but never did until the ash fell at 2" on the low side of the burn line leaving a nice cone. Post-ashing, it was getting pretty lopsided so a touch-up was applied. This did not prevent it from continuing to burn unevenly and it got lopsided again at the end of the 2nd third and another touch-up was needed in the last third before reaching the nub. Draw and smoke output did reach optimal at the end of the first third and stayed there through the remainder. (15/20) Overall impression: This one came from a fellow Geek as a body-guard for a Geek Critique stick awhile back and I was told it had 10-15 years of age on it. Pretty nice smoke, uneven burn aside, for a stick that old and I'd gladly smoke it again although I doubt if many more of these are still waiting to be smoked after all this time... At any rate, thanks, Stephen! (30/35) Burn time: 1:23 Rating: 85 | |
| Por Larranaga (Cuban) Petit Coronas | |
| By: Tümer (10/12/2024 01:45 PM) | |
| I smoked it in 50 minutes. At the beginning there was caramel, sweetness and a lot of smoke. In the middle I got a nutty flavor and the smoke was great again. At the end, the sweetness gave way to woody flavors. It was a very enjoyable finish. I will drink it again. My accompaniment was Turkish tea and cold water. It was a perfect experience. Score: 8/10 | |
| Aladino (Julio R. Eiroa) Corojo Reserva No. 4 Limitado | |
| By: tuck0411 (10/12/2024 12:12 PM) | |
| Humidor time: 126 days in mine, unknown in someone else's... Humidimeter reading: Head - 64, foot - 57 Appearance and construction: A few veins, no sheen, a tissue-paper wrap covering the lower two thirds of the stick, and a firm pack with no soft spots... Gave it a double shallow V-cut and PLD was tight. (7/10) Flavor: Got nothing from PLA. The light gave a medium+ profile with a spicy retro and notes of light wood, spice, and a hint of citrus. The spice in the nose faded after a few puffs with the other flavors staying consistent throughout. No transitions to note but this was pretty flavorful with plenty of spice and that citrus hint to keep things interesting throughout although it did miss my wheelhouse by just a bit. Strength was about medium or a bit better. (30/35)  Smoking characteristics: The light produced a moderately easy draw, good smoke volume, and an even burn to start. The burn stayed even through the first third with the ash falling at 1" leaving no cone behind. Things were then uneventful down to the nub with draw and smoke output remaining mostly optimal throughout. It was a very slow-burning smoke for its size, clocking in at over an hour and a half from light to nub. (20/20) Overall impression: This one came from a fellow Geek as a body-guard for a Geek Critique stick awhile back. Pretty nice smoke, if nothing that blew my socks off, flavor-wise. Very well constructed and the flavors were completely adequate and pleasant and I'd definitely smoke it again. Thanks, Stephen! (30/35) Burn time: 1:33 Rating: 87 | |
| Oliva/ Studio Tabac Connecticut Reserve Double Toro | |
| By: druid (10/12/2024 10:25 AM) | |
| Rock solid, tan-skinned, no veins & light oils. PLA faint wheat; PLT hint of dry hay; PLD mod. A normal toast & light for the size, a moderate draw, an even burn needing no work, & a wood & hay smoke. Light wood & hay come first with very little spice. Flavor strength is mild plus. The 1st 1/3 is steady with wood, hay & a touch of wheatiness. Not much changes into the 2nd 1/3 except for a brief grassiness that is gone by the 1/2. The back side of the cigar is the same as the start. Though a one-note smoke it is pleasant & a good performer. The finish is smooth & the body a touch above mild. I'd smoke it again. | |
| Padilla La Terraza Capa Connecticut 2010 Robusto | |
| By: ElCid1986 (10/11/2024 06:45 PM) | |
| A very nice suprise as I had one of these some years ago and it was very average. This Robusto had a very consistent medium profile with notes of coffee and nuts throughout with a touch of pepper. In the last third a more woody note presented itself. Overall a very solid Connecticut cigar. Combustion was very good and construction and draw seamless. | |
| Raymond Pages The Brand Edmundo | |
| By: tuck0411 (10/11/2024 05:09 PM) | |
| Humidor time: 135 days Humidimeter reading: Head - 63, foot - 58 Appearance and construction: A few veins, a light sheen, and a moderately firm pack with no soft spots... Gave it a single shallow V-cut and PLD was moderately open. (8/10) Flavor: PLA gave a whiff of tobacco. The light gave a medium/full profile with a spicy retro and notes of rich wood, coffee, spice, and just a bare hint of citrus. The spice in the nose faded after a few puffs with the other flavors staying consistent throughout. No transitions to note but this was very flavorful and pretty close to my wheelhouse for this type of rich habano blend. Strength was about medium. (32/35)  Smoking characteristics: The light produced an easy draw, good smoke volume, and an even burn to start. The burn stayed even through the first third with the ash falling at 1 1/4" leaving a small cone. Things were then uneventful down to the nub with draw and smoke output remaining optimal throughout. (20/20) Overall impression: This was the last vitola from this blend sampler that arrived from Cigar Page awhile back. Another banger of a smoke and I'm still undecided as to whether I like this better than the Antihero blend. This one isn't as full-bodied as the Antihero so it probably will depend on what I'm in the mood for when deciding which one to smoke next. Both are really rich, flavorful blends and I'll be keeping a good stock of both on hand along with several of Mr. Pages' other tasty blends. (32/35) Burn time: 1:20 Rating: 92 | |
| Aladino (Julio R. Eiroa) Maduro Toro | |
| By: ntanner (10/10/2024 06:23 PM) | |
| Decent looking stick, nice dark wrapper with a slight sheen. Box press is evident towards the foot. Cap is well done and takes a punch like a champ. Draw is good and has a earthy tobacco flavor prelight. Cannon feels solid and takes a flame well. Plenty of spice in the retro and a slightly sweet tobacco and espresso on the pallet. Smoke production is hi and I am picking up the slightest hint of cream. About a inch in I am getting a bit of leather as well. A little more complex then I was expecting. Pleasant surprise. The second third is marked by the leather fading and a bakers chocolate replacing it and the profile becomes a little less sweet. Ash held well past a inch and was light gray and solid and left a pretty little cone in the center when I did knock it off. The last third is a continuation of the second with a uptic in spice and the addition of a metallic hint. Not bad but not as good as the first 2/3. This was a solid smoke. Burn was spot on, smoke production was high and the profile was a decent one. | |
| Raymond Pages The Brand Box-Pressed Lodestar | |
| By: tuck0411 (10/10/2024 04:13 PM) | |
| Humidor time: 134 days Humidimeter reading: Head - 66, foot - 60 Appearance and construction: A few veins, a light sheen, box-pressed, and a moderately firm pack with no soft spots... Gave this big stick a single shallow V-cut and PLD was moderately open. (8/10) Flavor: PLA gave a whiff of tobacco. The light gave a medium/full profile with a spicy retro and notes of rich wood, coffee, and spice. The spice in the nose faded after a few puffs with the other flavors staying consistent throughout. No transitions to note but this was very flavorful and pretty close to my wheelhouse for this type of rich habano blend. Strength was about medium. (32/35)  Smoking characteristics: The light produced a moderately open draw, smoke volume on the low side of optimal, and an even burn to start. The burn stayed even through the first third with the ash falling at 1 1/4" leaving a small cone. Smoke output started to improve in the 2nd third and reached optimal at about the half-way point. The burn continued slightly wavy but self-correcting through the 2nd third but things were otherwise uneventful down to the nub. Draw and smoke output remained optimal from the 2nd third on. (19/20) Overall impression: This was another vitola from this blend sampler that arrived from Cigar Page awhile back. A better smoke than the "Banshee" I had yesterday and nearly as good as the Double Corona I had a few days ago. Still a toss-up as to whether I like this or the Antihero blend best of Mr. Pages' blends, but this one will be burnt up regularly around these parts going forward, that much is certain. (32/35) Burn time: 1:55 Rating: 91 | |
| Apostate Cigars The Feathered Serpent |  |
| By: druid (10/10/2024 09:27 AM) | |
| Semi-form, very rustic, greenish pig-tailed wrapper, closed foot, a couple small veins & scant oils. PLA grass & dry wood; PLT grass & dusty earth; PLD moderate. A fairly easy toast, light & draw, an even burn, & an aged wood smoke. Starting notes are dry wood & a faintly astringent herbal spice. Strength is medium. The acidic note grows in the 1st 1/3 & soon suppresses the other flavors. The tartness begins to ease just before the 1/2 allowing the wood to reappear & some earth tones to join. Unfortunately this is short-lived & the acidity returns in the last 1/3 re-invading the profile & finish. The body is medium. Pretty abysmal & certainly not worth the MSRP. | |
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