There are currently 1,390 Geek Critiques.
| Camacho Liberty 2012 Throwback | September 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (PETE314) | |||
| If you can't tell...I loved this cigar. It had almost everything I ever look for in a cigar. so despite the very minor burn issue I had, this is going to receive a very high mark from me. The flavo... Read More | |||
| Camacho Liberty 2012 Throwback | September 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Jason (jharrisx5) | |||
| As always I'm excited to pick up the new Liberty releases... I've smoked them all, in every size, and I've readily enjoyed nearly every one. This one was really enticing for me because I enjoyed the o... Read More | |||
| Camacho Liberty 2012 Throwback | September 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (nirab) | |||
| This was the tale of two cigars. The first half was on the bitter side, and was strong on the cedar, neither of which are in my preferred flavor profile. I attribute the bitterness to the vein that wa... Read More | |||
| San Cristobal Quintessence Corona Gorda | September 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Ryan (Adwinistrator) | |||
| A strange cigar. I felt like the 2nd third was the most interesting part, where the 1st and 3rd were mainly consistent and progressed slowly. Overall, a bit too mild for my preference, and the mai... Read More | |||
| San Cristobal Quintessence Corona Gorda | September 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Nick (nickthafish) | |||
| Nice mystery cigar, impressions have me leaning toward a lighter Cuban, possibly a R&J or HDM. Lighter cigar, but kept me interested throughout due to flavors and transitions. Issues with the very op... Read More | |||
| Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill | August 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Byron (Beegerply) | |||
| Overall this was a very good smoke the flavors were enjoyable and it held my interest to the end. I would definitely add some of these to my humidor to smoke at a later date to be enjoyed at night. T... Read More | |||
| Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill | August 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (arrow34) | |||
| The churchill size of the Prensado still holds up well, wonderful medium-full cigar that is well constructed and well balanced. The flavor was solid and was as I remembered from prior sticks. I just ... Read More | |||
| Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill | August 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Stephen (appollo) | |||
| The total burn time on this stick was 3hrs.,with the humidity so high it had to effect the burn and the time it took to smoke,the stick is not overly complex but what was there I did enjoy..I like the... Read More | |||
| Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill | August 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (McBryde) | |||
| I am not a big AB fan, but this is one of their cigars that I will smoke more of. It had a good flavor to it, and produced lots of smoke. I was pleasantly surprised by how this cigar turned out compar... Read More | |||
| Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill | August 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Nate (nathanw13) | |||
| Overall an enjoyable smoke. Great smoke production. Took me nearly 2 hours. Pepper levels were a little higher than I preferred throughout, but the flavors accompanying did not disappoint. 8/10 would ... Read More | |||
| Arturo Fuente Magnum R (Rosado Sungrown) Vitola 52 | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Neal (ntanner) | |||
| This was a really nice smoke, nice slow burn, great smoke production, an awesome flavor profile. It took me about 90 minutes to smoke and it was enjoyable from start to finish. Burn was almost pe... Read More | |||
| Olman Premium Cigars Olman (Re-Blended 2019) Toro | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (junglepete) | |||
| This cigar was a pleasure to smoke and one of the better ones I’ve had in a while. The taste and strength were very well balanced. This stick was nub worthy and I will be interested to seek them out... Read More | |||
| Arturo Fuente Magnum R (Rosado Sungrown) Vitola 52 | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Kent (05Venturer) | |||
| Pretty decent cigar overall, typical fantastic Fuente construction but the flavors really seemed to die into the second half. Really found myself losing interest in this one towards the end. Definitel... Read More | |||
| Arturo Fuente Magnum R (Rosado Sungrown) Vitola 52 | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Joe McDowell (MacMac) | |||
| The R 52 is medium-bodied, medium in strength and gives a complexity of flavors. Overall, I’d say the Arturo Fuente Rosado Sungrown Magnum R 52 with its Ecuadorian Rosado Sungrown wrapper lives ... Read More | |||
| Arturo Fuente Magnum R (Rosado Sungrown) Vitola 52 | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Tom (Silverstix) | |||
| Overall a classic Fuente cigar. Good construction, nice complimentary flavors with enough complexity to make this cigar stand out. Solid medium bodied. A very tasty experience and a cigar I would reco... Read More | |||
| Arturo Fuente Magnum R (Rosado Sungrown) Vitola 52 | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (klamm143) | |||
| Overall, I enjoyed this stick and would definitely considering buying a few - or a box even. The fact that it remained so consistent throughout the smoke, would make it a great stick before or after f... Read More | |||
| Olman Premium Cigars Olman (Re-Blended 2019) Toro | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Tuck (tuck0411) | |||
| This stick would have benefited from better construction, ie. a tighter pack and more durable wrapper (and less glue on the band). Apart from that, it was a nice smoke and one I would do again. Than... Read More | |||
| Olman Premium Cigars Olman (Re-Blended 2019) Toro | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (shakinghorizons) | |||
| The cigar started off with a lot of potential and really got my attention. By the time I dropped the ash to start the 2nd Third it seemed like the flavors became muted and unfortunately never bounced ... Read More | |||
| Olman Premium Cigars Olman (Re-Blended 2019) Toro | June 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Brlesq) | |||
| This specimen was maintained in my humidor at 65% humidity for 3 weeks before smoking it. It was very difficult to discern any other flavor profiles through the singular bitter, acidic note that domin... Read More | |||
| Espinosa Alpha Dawg Corona Gorda | May 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Murphy223) | |||
| Overall, an enjoyable cigar. Thanks to 05Venturer (Kent) for allowing me to participate. This was a very good medium-full bodied cigar. Definitely complex due to the flavors changing from spicy... Read More | |||
| Espinosa Alpha Dawg Corona Gorda | May 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Don Miller (DonM) | |||
| I was only 1/3 in on this cigar to come to the conclusion that this is a really nice cigar! It really hit on all cylinders and the flavors were great all of the way through. A big thanks to Kent for... Read More | |||
| Espinosa Alpha Dawg Corona Gorda | May 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Brian (bstessl) | |||
| This was a rather enjoyable smoke with a good flavor profile, construction (minus the glue and tight draw) and a great burn. It wasn't too complex, but in a good way. I would definitely try this one... Read More | |||
| Espinosa Alpha Dawg Corona Gorda | May 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Chuck (Cfickter) | |||
| The opening harshness probably influenced the taste through out the rest of the smoke. It more than likely covered up some of the more subtle flavors initially. Overall perhaps not the Best AJ I have... Read More | |||
| Espinosa Alpha Dawg Corona Gorda | May 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (PETE314) | |||
| This cigar was a conundrum. On one side it looked fantastic, had a perfect draw, produced excellent amounts of smoke. On the other side it would ash extremely early, was extremely mild with not much... Read More | |||
| Casa Turrent 1880 Supremo | April 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Byron (Beegerply) | |||
| Overall this is a very good cigar and would most defiantly smoke again. Although it was not overly complex it was enough to hold my attention. Thanks Brian for letting me in on this review and thanks ... Read More | |||
| Casa Turrent 1880 Supremo | April 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Barry (benchjockey) | |||
| For me this was a good cigar—just not a GOOD one. With the Mexican San Andres wrapper I expected, and would have preferred, a deeper, rich chocolate taste. That’s more in my wheelhouse. I wouldnâ€... Read More | |||
| Casa Turrent 1880 Supremo | April 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Koop) | |||
| I didn't know what to expect from a Mexican cigar - I haven't knowingly smoked one before. Maybe the fake Cuban a friend gave me was Mexican, I don't know. The flavor was not that enjoyable for me and... Read More | |||
| Casa Turrent 1880 Supremo | April 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (McBryde) | |||
| Starting this cigar, the smell of a nice sweet rolled tobacco cigar I was looking forward to it immensely! It was starting off to be a good cigar with the flavors in the first 1/3. However, the cigar ... Read More | |||
| Casa Turrent 1880 Supremo | April 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Brian (ninfiction) | |||
| Thank you to Brian for including me in the critique. Definitely close to full, medium + at the least. When the pepper settles down this is a great cigar. I don't mind a little pepper but a couple s... Read More | |||
| Dreams of Cuba Premium Toro Gordo | March 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Murphy223) | |||
| First off I want to thank the Brian (bstessl) for sponsoring and allowing me to review this cigar. Having never done a true Blind Review, I was excited for this as I had nothing to "sway" my thou... Read More | |||
| Dreams of Cuba Premium Toro Gordo | March 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (DRuff) | |||
| Not a very interesting cigar, flavor never really developed throughout the smoke, and needed a few touch ups to even up the burn. Mild to medium in flavor and strength, with a one dimensional flavor p... Read More | |||
| Dreams of Cuba Premium Toro Gordo | March 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Neal (ntanner) | |||
| Not a bad smoke. Decent flavors and a good balance to it.A bit disappointed in the wrapper split and the flag unraveling towards the end but aside from those minor problems it was a overall enjoy... Read More | |||
| Dreams of Cuba Premium Toro Gordo | March 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Adwinistrator) | |||
| Somewhat typical for a light body Connecticut cigar. Started with the promise of a sweet cedar and light tobacco flavor, but some less than ideal construction led to the burn becoming an issue, negat... Read More | |||
| Dreams of Cuba Premium Toro Gordo | March 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Kid Montana) | |||
| This is a generally enjoyable cigar. Construction is a bit soft and the 1 hour burn time reflects its tendency to burn quickly due to lose construction, so you need to go slowly. It produces enough ... Read More | |||
| Black Label Trading Company Leaf by James | February 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Brlesq) | |||
| Overall, this is a fine cigar that I would gladly smoke again. If the metallic taste had not emerged in the final third, it would have received a higher score from me. But some people like that, so t... Read More | |||
| Black Label Trading Company Leaf by James | February 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Gary (headfirst) | |||
| Overall this was a really nice cigar, definitely box worthy, and reinforces to me that BLTC is a brand I need to keep my eye on, they make some great cigars. The sweet/savory flavors with the spicy/o... Read More | |||
| Black Label Trading Company Leaf by James | February 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Dave (Deener27) | |||
| I would like to thank Chuck for selecting me for the February critique. Overall, this was an enjoyable cigar and I can't help but wonder if the final third bitterness was just related to this particu... Read More | |||
| Black Label Trading Company Leaf by James | February 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (klamm143) | |||
| Overall, I enjoyed this stick and will definitely purchase some in the future. I look forward to enjoying another one when feeling better. Thanks to Chuck for allowing me to participate in this month'... Read More | |||
| Black Label Trading Company Leaf by James | February 2019 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Brad (Vroomp) | |||
| I am sure this was just one crappy stick out of hundreds I was unlucky enough to receive. I have enjoyed many of James' other blends and like his work usually, but this cigar was a loser and I was una... Read More | |||
| Viaje Skull and Bones M?stery BP 2018 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Brian (bstessl) | |||
| Thanks to Brian for letting me participate in this GC. Overall I enjoyed this cigar even with the relight. It was balanced with a little bit of complexity in the flavors. The burn wasn't perfect, b... Read More | |||
| Viaje Skull and Bones M?stery BP 2018 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Kent (05Venturer) | |||
| Big thanks to Brian for supplying this great cigar for us to review. I am a big Viaje fan and this does not disappoint. Great full and spicy cigar with the Viaje traits that I enjoy. The spiciness of ... Read More | |||
| Viaje Skull and Bones M?stery BP 2018 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (McBryde) | |||
| Overall, this was a pretty good cigar. It is not very complex though, and pretty straight forward on the flavors 1/3 after 1/3 after 1/3. It smelled great pre-light, and throughout the smoke though. G... Read More | |||
| Viaje Skull and Bones M?stery BP 2018 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Stephen (appollo) | |||
| I would like to thank Brian for a chance to review this stick, .From start to finish it kept my interest and was a pleasure to smoke.If you ever get a chance to grab one do. The only fault I could ... Read More | |||
| Viaje Skull and Bones M?stery BP 2018 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Koop) | |||
| Unfortunately this stick wasn't in my wheelhouse flavor wise and the construction issue further dampened my enjoyment of the smoke. I haven't had a cigar tunnel since the bad experience I had with a T... Read More | |||
| AVO Limited Edition 2014 AVO 88 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Brian (ninfiction) | |||
| The was a blind review and I have no idea where to even begin at a guess of what this might be. The construction, burn and appearance of the cigar were perfect. The flavor profile left just a littl... Read More | |||
| AVO Limited Edition 2014 AVO 88 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (Chefjohn) | |||
| This cigar appealed to me right from the start as I like the classic look of a figurado. Solid and consistent construction, razor sharp burn line and definite flavor transitions made this a very inter... Read More | |||
| AVO Limited Edition 2014 AVO 88 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Tom (Silverstix) | |||
| Colin - I can't thank you enough for including me in your December Geek Critique again this year! The blind reviews are a lot of fun. Since this is a blind review, I have no idea what I'm smoking. ... Read More | |||
| AVO Limited Edition 2014 AVO 88 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: David Robinson (gitfiddl) | |||
| A beautiful looking cigar that had a couple of issues, but was still very enjoyable. Loaded with good, straightforward cigar flavors. Thank you, Colin (shakinghorizons), for sponsoring this one and l... Read More | |||
| AVO Limited Edition 2014 AVO 88 | December 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: (MusicCity) | |||
| The flavors were medium and approachable. There was slightly more body than flavor by the end of the cigar but nothing that would nock anyone over even those who are sensitive. I smoked this earlier ... Read More | |||
| L'Atelier Surrogates Crystal Baller | November 2018 |
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| Written by Cigar Geeks Member: Nick (quickme) | |||
| Overall the last 3rd of the cigar made a good impression on me. It was unfortunate that 2\3 of the stick was a wind tunnel so most of the notes, flavors, strength or any complexities was lost becaus... Read More | |||