Cigar Geeks

This is a thread generated automatically by the Cigar Pass system to discuss the Cigar Pass named 'Round Robin VII - Winter 2014 Edition'.

Use this link to return back to the Cigar Pass. (http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=cigpass;area=gen;boxpass_id=180)

Since I won RR VI, I asked Nathan if I could run the RR VII and dole out the prize.

This will be just like last year.

Details:

   We will limit this to 20 Geeks initially, although I may allow more depending on interest.  The pass will be open for 2 weeks to join.  I will then assign each person a number and then draw numbers to match who sends to whom.  After I've closed the pass, each person has a week to send out their package.  Once all cigars have been received, then I will post a starting date for the reviews.

The three cigars you send should be unbanded & devoid of any identifying packaging. They should be labeled A,B,C (or 1,2,3, or I,II,III -- feel free to go crazy, but don't forget what they are!).  Send a range of cigars:  one 1-4 dollar cigar, one 4-8 dollar cigar, and an 8 plus dollar cigar.  For the purpose of this contest/pass and to be consistent with past Round Robins, we are going to use list prices of cigars (if you got a fantastic deal, use retail).  Your target spend should be in the 16-20 dollar range.  To make the pass a little more interesting, you will send 2 other cigars (making it a 5 cigar pass) that you think the recipient will enjoy.  The extra 2 cigars can be unbanded or banded, but make sure they are clearly labeled as extras.  Please make them respectable cigars!  The only budget cigar should be for the blind review.  Please identify which cigars are the extras, and here's why:

1 Point will be awarded to those who guess correctly which is the high cost, medium cost, and low cost cigar.

3 points will be awarded to those who can name the blender.  In the case where a person blends for another label (i.e. DPG for Tatuaje), you must correctly guess the blender.

5 points will be awarded to those who guess the cigar correctly.  You must correctly guess the vitola, not just the label/manufacturer.

The maximum point total is 18, in which case you correctly guessed the low, mid, and high priced cigars as well as the specific vitolas.  

The one with the most points will receive a premium 5-pack from me.  In the event of a tie, the person who reviewed all three cigars FIRST wins.

Post reviews in the thread as you smoke; there is no need to wait.  In the review, make your guess.  The reviews don't have to be anything fancy - simply something you would post into the reviews database will suffice.  After all three of your reviews are finished, the sender can reveal what the cigars were.

The cut off for all reviews will be April 30, 2014.

The honor system is in place, but if I find out that you were cheating by telling people what they smoked via PM, the prize will go to someone else.  Have fun.

Link to last years thread for those with questions...

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?topic=17265.0

I'm game as long as Stephen isn't sending me cigars! :biggrin:

I'd love to play Mike!

Great guys! Just use the Pass link to request to join.

I'm definitely in! And this year, I promise I won't smoke my cigars early ;-)

Looks like fun.  No way I win, but still looks like fun.

QuoteVroomp - 1/23/2014  12:42 PM

I'm game as long as Stephen isn't sending me cigars! :biggrin:

:lmao:

I'm gonna get in on this too! I love this pass!  :biggrin:

Request sent!

QuoteCrazyK - 1/23/2014  12:49 PM

I'm definitely in! And this year, I promise I won't smoke my cigars early ;-)

 :biggrin:  You and me both!

I'd have better odds with the Billion Dollar March Madness Bracket.

Thanks for adding me Mike!

QuoteconditionZero - 1/23/2014  2:53 AM

I'd have better odds with the Billion Dollar March Madness Bracket.

Oh, you might be surprised...then again, maybe not!  :biggrin:

Thanks Mike!

I'm in but...the geek I send em to better complete the review!! The geek I sent to last year went awol on us...I was a bit disappointed to say the least!  :angry:  :shy:

While I was not the person to go AWOL on nirab, due to health reasons I did go AWOL on the pass and on alphairon. I have sent a request to join the pass but understand if there is someone out there who would prefer that I stayed on the sidelines. If that is the case I understand, otherwise I m happy to donate my cigars to the eventual winner.

QuoteVroomp - 1/23/2014  12:42 PM  I'm game as long as Stephen isn't sending me cigars! :biggrin:

I'm in! And please may I have Brad! 

Quotesjn1117 - 1/23/2014  6:41 PM  

QuoteVroomp - 1/23/2014  12:42 PM  I'm game as long as Stephen isn't sending me cigars! :biggrin:

I'm in! And please may I have Brad! 

 

:lmao:  :lmao:  NO WAY!

QuoteconditionZero - 1/23/2014  1:53 PM

I'd have better odds with the Billion Dollar March Madness Bracket.

 :word:

QuoteChrism305 - 1/23/2014  4:52 PM

While I was not the person to go AWOL on nirab, due to health reasons I did go AWOL on the pass and on alphairon. I have sent a request to join the pass but understand if there is someone out there who would prefer that I stayed on the sidelines. If that is the case I understand, otherwise I m happy to donate my cigars to the eventual winner.

No worries... As long as you send your cigars initially and then acknowledge if they got the reviews correct it's all good.

QuoteVroomp - 1/23/2014  8:38 PM  

Quotesjn1117 - 1/23/2014  6:41 PM  

QuoteVroomp - 1/23/2014  12:42 PM  I'm game as long as Stephen isn't sending me cigars! :biggrin:

I'm in! And please may I have Brad! 

 

:lmao:  :lmao:  NO WAY!

come on brother! I may still have one of those vigilantes you love so much!

 Thanks for letting me in Mike! 

Come on guys, you don't have to be good... I won with 8 points last time!

Well, if you don't have to be good then I may jump in.

QuoteChrism305 - 1/23/2014  5:52 AM

While I was not the person to go AWOL on nirab, due to health reasons I did go AWOL on the pass and on alphairon. I have sent a request to join the pass but understand if there is someone out there who would prefer that I stayed on the sidelines. If that is the case I understand, otherwise I m happy to donate my cigars to the eventual winner.

You will please note that I didn't say a thing about it. I figured something might have come up that prevented you from finishing the course. Not a big deal in my book. But you'll never know what they really were unless you smoke them and tell me your guesses! Then I might let you know...if I can find the scrap of paper I had the identities written on!  :biggrin:

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I'll jump in if you have room!

Sorry for the late request, I am in if there is room

Quotejumberlack1 - 1/27/2014  1:26 AM

I'll jump in if you have room!

IN!

QuoteDonM - 1/27/2014  5:11 AM

Sorry for the late request, I am in if there is room

Click request, and you are in brother!

This is a good looking lineup, this is going to be a fun pass!

Quotemike.casey - 1/26/2014  8:39 PM

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 :bump:

I'm in.  Thanks for coordinating - this is one of my favorite passes!

Just in case anyone missed the results from the last pass, there were multiple "winners":

mike.casey - 8
CrazyK - 8
nwb - 8
metalhead y cigarguy - 8
sjn1117 - 8

So don't be afraid. :biggrin:

:-0  :-0  :-0

I really want to join this one Mike...unfortunately my windows to get a cigar in have closed up recently and I'd hate to hold anything up. I'll get in on the spring edition.

Michael, your reviews aren't due until April 30th if that helps.

In that case I'm in!

QuoteNtxsage - 1/29/2014  9:31 PM

In that case I'm in!

Hit send request and it's on brother!

Alright fellas, we've waited long enough, I'll start randomly assigning recipients and post a list here, as well as shoot you all a p.m.

Right on. I'm really looking forward to this one.

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Here is the list. The name on the left sends to the name on the right. I just randomly generated 2 lists using our names (at least versions of them  :biggrin: ) and set them side by side.

Post here when you see it, and understand who you are sending to. That'll save me sending 15 unique PMs.

Those that do not post that they understand, will be PM'd tomorrow. Let's try to get the 5ers out by the end of next week.

NO SMOKING/POSTING REVIEWS UNTIL EVERYONE HAS RECIEVED THIER STICKS!

Understood! I will get these out to Michael by end of the week probably........

Excellent match up.  Understood.

Are there tips for mailing to Canada?

I'm sending to Longhorn. Understood.

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/3/2014  3:40 PM  Excellent match up.  Understood.  Are there tips for mailing to Canada?

 Yeah... be prepared to pay more! :biggrin:  

 Although, I have found sending first class to be the cheapest route.....

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/3/2014  2:40 PM

Excellent match up.  Understood.

Are there tips for mailing to Canada?

DO NOT TELL THEM YOU ARE SENDING CIGARS...

Pack in a non-flate rate box.

Claim the value is around $20-25 (def no more)

Write down something specific as the item: Air conditioner part; broadheads for Archery etc...

It is not illegal, but most PO's don't know it. It's only a couple extra bucks, and I've sent (Sporting Goods: Hunting broadheads) to Karl half a dozen times without any issues.

Quotemike.casey - 2/3/2014  4:44 PM

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/3/2014  2:40 PM

Excellent match up.  Understood.

Are there tips for mailing to Canada?

DO NOT TELL THEM YOU ARE SENDING CIGARS...

Pack in a non-flate rate box.

Claim the value is around $20-25 (def no more)

Write down something specific as the item: Air conditioner part; broadheads for Archery etc...

It is not illegal, but most PO's don't know it. It's only a couple extra bucks, and I've sent (Sporting Goods: Hunting broadheads) to Karl half a dozen times without any issues.

I've sent Biggsy "sports memorabilia" twice now with minimal delays.

I'm hitting DonM with "3" cigars, got it!  :biggrin:  :shy:

Thanks!

Repost the list, and the sending instructions to a new page

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The three cigars you send should be unbanded & devoid of any identifying packaging. They should be labeled A,B,C (or 1,2,3, or I,II,III -- feel free to go crazy, but don't forget what they are!).  

Send a range of cigars:  one 1-4 dollar cigar, one 4-8 dollar cigar, and an 8 plus dollar cigar.  

For the purpose of this contest/pass and to be consistent with past Round Robins, we are going to use list prices of cigars (if you got a fantastic deal, use retail).  Your target spend should be in the 16-20 dollar range.  To make the pass a little more interesting, you will send 2 other cigars (making it a 5 cigar pass) that you think the recipient will enjoy.  The extra 2 cigars can be unbanded or banded, but make sure they are clearly labeled as extras.  Please make them respectable cigars!  The only budget cigar should be for the blind review.

Quotenirab - 2/3/2014  4:52 PM  I'm hitting DonM with "3" cigars, got it!  :biggrin:  :shy:

 Supposed to be 5 Brian!

Mike, regarding the pricing we should use... If CI (for example) shows an MSRP of $30 for a five pack, but a price of $25, should we consider that a $6 cigar, or a $5 cigar? (When I see "list price", I think MSRP.)

Damn! Brad you're off the hook! But get ready Ken :biggrin:

Use the box price that you can buy it for on CI or a similar type site.

"Houston to Vroomp."
"Huh? Yea, what's up Houston?
"We're notifying next to kin."

(http://now-here-this.timeout.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/home-alone.jpg)

QuoteVroomp - 2/3/2014  4:12 PM

Quotenirab - 2/3/2014  4:52 PM  I'm hitting DonM with "3" cigars, got it!  :biggrin:  :shy:

 Supposed to be 5 Brian!

Oh yea, then I guess I will be sending "5" cigars then!  :shy:  :biggrin:  :shades:

Alright, I just messaged everyone that has not posted since I put the list up. So everyone should know who they are sending to.

THINGS TO REMEMBER

Please send your sticks by next Friday 2/15/2014

Please wait to post a review until at least 2 weeks after everyone has confirmed receipt of their sticks

To be eligible for the prize you must have your reviews in by April 30.

Cant wait!

Awesome! Looking forward to this one again!

I'm ready!

Am I too late to get in?

Matt, if someone else wants to join before the deadline to send them you two can swap 5ers, otherwise you'll have to catch the next one.

Alright mpurtle, and blgove got in a little late so you guys can send to one another and participate.

I have officially closed the pass to new members now.

Got your PM, Mike.  I'll try to get this out this weekend.

Looking forward to this!

Mine's on its way to Longhorn...  9114901159815225140628

I'm out of town this weekend but should be able to get mine out to beautiful buda when I get back! :biggrin:

Mike, your selection is on its way! Figured I would get it out early so it would have time to get to you.

:thumbsup:

I will get mine out to Don on Monday. And it's only 5 cigars, correct??  :shy:  :biggrin:  :angel:

Quotenirab - 2/6/2014  10:06 AM

I will get mine out to Don on Monday. And it's only 5 cigars, correct??  :shy:  :biggrin:  :angel:

See, you are good at following rules... :biggrin:

Awesome...  Thanks Mike!

QuoteNtxsage - 2/5/2014  5:48 PM

I'm out of town this weekend but should be able to get mine out to beautiful buda when I get back! :biggrin:

Here's hoping your kids' soccer team kicks some major arse this weekend!!  :bigthumbs:  :bigthumbs:

I have been swamped with work and business related bullshyte so, I will try to get all my packages out this weekend. I think I only have 6 boxes to ship to various folks this month,,,, so far............... :biggrin:

Quotempurtle01 - 2/6/2014  10:04 AM

Awesome...  Thanks Mike!

Hi Matt,
Im sending sticks to you. I'll get them out on Monday :biggrin:

Bruce G.

Awesome.  Mine should be going out today.  Already have them picked!

Mine is on its way to Covington Louisiana. 9505500025974038000134

Chris, I will have yours out by Monday or Tuesday buddy....

QuoteconditionZero - 2/5/2014  5:53 PM

Mine's on its way to Longhorn...  9114901159815225140628

They landed!  Thanks for the companion sticks!

No problem, I'm part of a geek critique so it will give me a couple of days to pick out a warm one (over 35) to do this pass and the critique..

I've had mine in the finger bag for a couple days sitting in the humi. Looks like I may take it down to the wire, before getting a chance to ship. The weather has been nasty here, and we're due for another round monday and tuesday.

Quotemike.casey - 2/9/2014  11:45 AM

I've had mine in the finger bag for a couple days sitting in the humi. Looks like I may take it down to the wire, before getting a chance to ship. The weather has been nasty here, and we're due for another round monday and tuesday.

Same here, we got 2" more on top of snowpack and ice last night. I'll get mine out when I can make it down to the settlement.

USPS website was down yesterday so I was unable to print my labels for the six boxes I have going out this week. Now it looks like Atlanta is headed for round two of winter shut down for the city so, my smokes may not be arriving until next week.......

OK, I was able to make it down the hill this morning all the way to the settlement. I put a box in the mail for Jared (Lawdaddy).


9114901123086808439698


Should get there in a few days. Good luck!  :biggrin:

Cigars are in the mail for jumberlack1:

9405 9036 9930 0122 0845 89

I've been trying all morning to print a label to get this and my superbowl fiver shipped, but the site has been down all day.

Finally.

Karl ... LZ317990143US

Okay Matt, cigars are on their way :biggrin:

9114 9011 8986 6804 4713 82

Stephen

9114 9011 5981 8929 3902 45

DonM...

797880823644... good luck my friend!  :biggrin:  :shy:  :whistle:  :angel:

Ntxsage------------9405 5036 9930 0235 6528 20

 

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Karl's 5er arrived today...

Killer extras! I'm very pumped about each of them. And some nice gamesmanship by sending 2 smokes the same size. This one is going to be tough.

(http://i1031.photobucket.com/albums/y374/kmc06005/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/IMG_20140211_124644_zps2aehrnd4.jpg) (http://s1031.photobucket.com/user/kmc06005/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/IMG_20140211_124644_zps2aehrnd4.jpg.html)

Quotenirab - 2/11/2014  12:20 PM

DonM...

797880823644... good luck my friend!  :biggrin:  :shy:  :whistle:  :angel:

With a comment like that this should be interesting......Thanks Brian!



So.......its Jareds turn :cheers:  :goodluck:  9114901159815406362436

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  3:41 PM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

Hey Don, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er  :biggrin:  :shy:

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

Quotenirab - 2/11/2014  4:52 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  3:41 PM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

Hey Don, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er  :biggrin:  :shy:

Bastid...why do I think you set me up :biggrin:

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/11/2014  1:54 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

We have two Bruces as well :biggrin:

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:24 PM

Quotenirab - 2/11/2014  4:52 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  3:41 PM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

Hey Don, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er  :biggrin:  :shy:

Bastid...why do I think you set me up :biggrin:

I may have, but it's a good kind of set up!  :biggrin:

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 PM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

Ok, sounds good to me. :biggrin:

QuoteBlgove - 2/11/2014  4:26 PM

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/11/2014  1:54 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

We have two Bruces as well :biggrin:

There are roughly a dozen Mikes on this site...

You talking to me?  :biggrin:

I will have mine out by Friday Chris, sorry, been crazy and will have them together today, but with the Atlanta storm, I don't even think the mailman is coming by the house until Friday.  It's coming though!

After falling off of the USPS tracking radar for a few days, my package from Chris (chrism305) popped up today.

A couple of really nice extras. Thanks Chris.

However, no clues to go with the others...  :-(

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QuoteKen Kelley - 2/11/2014  2:54 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

First place I have ever been where that was the case  :-0

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/12/2014  12:01 AM

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/11/2014  2:54 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

First place I have ever been where that was the case  :-0

My package to you is supposed to be delivered today but the last place the USPS tracking has it is leaving Louisville for points north. Hope it makes it soon.

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/12/2014  10:50 AM

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/12/2014  12:01 AM

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/11/2014  2:54 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

First place I have ever been where that was the case  :-0

My package to you is supposed to be delivered today but the last place the USPS tracking has it is leaving Louisville for points north. Hope it makes it soon.

I'll keep an eye out.  Lately things have been getting delayed coming from east to west.

Quotemike.casey - 2/11/2014  1:56 PM

Karl's 5er arrived today...

Killer extras! I'm very pumped about each of them. And some nice gamesmanship by sending 2 smokes the same size. This one is going to be tough.

(http://i1031.photobucket.com/albums/y374/kmc06005/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/IMG_20140211_124644_zps2aehrnd4.jpg) (http://s1031.photobucket.com/user/kmc06005/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/IMG_20140211_124644_zps2aehrnd4.jpg.html)

Good luck! They aren't anything too terribly obscure. Glad you like the extras! :-)

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/10/2014  8:15 PM

Finally.

Karl ... LZ317990143US

Just saw this, thanks!! I'll be on the lookout!

On it's way Michael! 9114901159818698054010

So, Don M must have known I would correctly decipher the three samples. As he promised he went ahead and sent another 5er! Thanks Don!

Geek Math :bigthumbs: Enjoy!

Very nice Don!

QuoteCrazyK - 2/13/2014  1:11 PM

Quotemike.casey - 2/11/2014  1:56 PM

Karl's 5er arrived today...

Killer extras! I'm very pumped about each of them. And some nice gamesmanship by sending 2 smokes the same size. This one is going to be tough.

(http://i1031.photobucket.com/albums/y374/kmc06005/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/IMG_20140211_124644_zps2aehrnd4.jpg) (http://s1031.photobucket.com/user/kmc06005/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/IMG_20140211_124644_zps2aehrnd4.jpg.html)

Good luck! They aren't anything too terribly obscure. Glad you like the extras! :-)

I think I know one of those cigars just by looking at it. I'll wait til the end to find out. Those smokes look tasty!

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/12/2014  1:33 AM

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/12/2014  10:50 AM

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/12/2014  12:01 AM

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/11/2014  2:54 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

First place I have ever been where that was the case  :-0

My package to you is supposed to be delivered today but the last place the USPS tracking has it is leaving Louisville for points north. Hope it makes it soon.

I'll keep an eye out.  Lately things have been getting delayed coming from east to west.

Looks like it will get there sometime today...two days late but better than not showing up at all!  :biggrin:


 February 14, 2014
   

Depart USPS Sort Facility
   

BOISE, ID 83708

February 14, 2014 , 12:55 am
   

Processed through USPS Sort Facility
   

BOISE, ID 83708

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/12/2014  10:50 AM

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/12/2014  12:01 AM

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/11/2014  2:54 PM

QuoteDonM - 2/11/2014  4:41 AM

Hey Jared, I am upping the prize, if you get all 3 right, I will send another 5 er :biggrin:

I saw that Jared and thought "Now wait a minute here!" and then I checked and found out we have two Jareds. Now ain't that something!  :biggrin:

First place I have ever been where that was the case  :-0

My package to you is supposed to be delivered today but the last place the USPS tracking has it is leaving Louisville for points north. Hope it makes it soon.

Looks like it got "unstuck" today.

Sorry I'm just now getting the tracking number to you Ken but it should land today.
9114901159815194134345

Brian hit me with Bingo Bango and Bongo for review cigars and a bunch of other nice cigars!  Geek math strikes again

Hope you enjoy em all Don! When you smoke that Grimalkin, really take your time with that one, and you will be rewarded big time. It's a great smoke!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

Chris, got em in today, enjoy brother!

9405903699300124497240

Apparently mine from Mike Casey are waiting at the post office. They left a pink slip in the box.

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/13/2014  11:22 PM

Looks like it got "unstuck" today.

Yup. Looks like it's moving again.

Quotesjn1117 - 2/14/2014  12:27 AM

Sorry I'm just now getting the tracking number to you Ken but it should land today.
9114901159815194134345

Guess the weather is slowing things down because it looks like they just left Houston. No problem...they will get here!

 February 13, 2014 , 12:04 am
   

Processed at USPS Origin Sort Facility
   

HOUSTON, TX 77201

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/14/2014  2:56 PM  

Quotesjn1117 - 2/14/2014  12:27 AM  Sorry I'm just now getting the tracking number to you Ken but it should land today.  9114901159815194134345

Guess the weather is slowing things down because it looks like they just left Houston. No problem...they will get here!    February 13, 2014 , 12:04 am      Processed at USPS Origin Sort Facility      HOUSTON, TX 77201

wow they sent it south to go north, go figure!

QuoteStogieDad - 2/14/2014  1:06 PM Chris, got em in today, enjoy brother! 9405903699300124497240

 

No worries, we didn't even get a mail delivery yesterday. 10 inches of snow followed by 1" of rain then another 3" of snow and the mailman can't even bring me my 4 pieces of junk mail and 4 catalogs that I have never ordered from, what is the world coming to? 

Quotenirab - 2/14/2014  1:23 PM

Hope you enjoy em all Don! When you smoke that Grimalkin, really take your time with that one, and you will be rewarded big time. It's a great smoke!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

Thanks Brian!  With a little research, the Garcia's had a hand in this one.  I will let you know what I think.....

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/14/2014  1:39 PM

QuoteLawDaddy - 2/13/2014  11:22 PM

Looks like it got "unstuck" today.

Yup. Looks like it's moving again.

Showed up today with some very tasty friends.  Thanks!

QuoteDonM - 2/15/2014  7:59 AM

Quotenirab - 2/14/2014  1:23 PM

Hope you enjoy em all Don! When you smoke that Grimalkin, really take your time with that one, and you will be rewarded big time. It's a great smoke!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

Thanks Brian!  With a little research, the Garcia's had a hand in this one.  I will let you know what I think.....

Yea, there is a bit of mystery to this one, but Pepin does indeed have a hand in it. I am curious to see what you think about it.  :biggrin:

Quotesjn1117 - 2/14/2014  12:27 AM

Sorry I'm just now getting the tracking number to you Ken but it should land today.
9114901159815194134345

It made it yesterday but we're snowed in up here on the hill so I won't be able to pick it up until the warming trend hits lat this afternoon and melts off enough snow to clear the roads.


 February 15, 2014 , 9:43 am
   

Delivered
   

FRENCHBURG, KY 40322

QuoteKen Kelley - 2/16/2014  6:28 AM  

Quotesjn1117 - 2/14/2014  12:27 AM  Sorry I'm just now getting the tracking number to you Ken but it should land today.  9114901159815194134345

It made it yesterday but we're snowed in up here on the hill so I won't be able to pick it up until the warming trend hits lat this afternoon and melts off enough snow to clear the roads.    February 15, 2014 , 9:43 am      Delivered      FRENCHBURG, KY 40322

glad it made it. Be safe.

These arrived from jumberlack1.  Thanks for the great extras!

Mine got here today from StogieDad. All exactly the same size, shape, and color, I love a challenge. The extras look tasty as well. Thanks.

QuoteChrism305 - 2/18/2014  2:55 PM

Mine got here today from StogieDad. All exactly the same size, shape, and color, I love a challenge. The extras look tasty as well. Thanks.

Good!  Enjoy man.

Quotesjn1117 - 2/14/2014  2:35 PM

Apparently mine from Mike Casey are waiting at the post office. They left a pink slip in the box.

Any word on this?

Mine showed from Jared (burnward) today, thanks brother!

QuoteStogieDad - 2/18/2014  6:24 PM

Mine showed from Jared (burnward) today, thanks brother!

Good luck! I'll extend the same offer I got from Don. Guess all three correct and you get another 5er from me.

Quotemike.casey - 2/18/2014  5:16 PM  

Quotesjn1117 - 2/14/2014  2:35 PM  Apparently mine from Mike Casey are waiting at the post office. They left a pink slip in the box.

Any word on this?

As a matter of fact....just picked them up! The hitchhiker are excellent.  The Casa Magna is one of my faves!

Are we weapons free on this episode so we can begin to smoke the offerings?

I think there are a few that have yet to recieve. I'll put together a list in the morning of the haves and the have nots.

Sorry for the delay guys...mine just shipped out to nirab today. I had a box waiting from vroomp when I got back from kansas....good to be back on scene!

I have no excuse :loser: Thought I'd get Vroomp's out this past weekend and got derailed with the humidor issue.  Will get mine in the mail Friday morning.

Here is where we stand by my calculations... If I've missed anybody, let me know.

Mike.casey – confirmed reciept
StogieDad – confirmed reciept
LawDaddy – confirmed reciept
Ken Kelley – confirmed reciept
The Burn Ward – confirmed reciept
Chrism305 – confirmed reciept
Sjn1117 – confirmed reciept
Nwb – confirmed reciept
conditionZero- confirmed reciept
DonM - confirmed reciept
Longhorn - confirmed reciept
Ntxsage - confirmed receipt
Mpurtle01 - confirmed receipt
CrazyK – confirmed receipt
Blgove - confirmed receipt

Vroomp-
Nirab –
jumberlack1 -

It looks like mine finally made it to the border... Hopefully they'll arrive soon!

Dang!   Got my picks from blgove...   Looks like that MC made a last minute entry in the box.  It was on top and in a separate bag, but sure glad it made it!  Some GREAT extras.  Thanks brother!

Edit: Oh, the bag has the numbers.  Short 1, med 2, and long 3

I'm hoping jumberlack1's makes it to him soon.  It went out a while back....

I should see my RRVII sticks today. Will post as soon as I git em! :bigthumbs:

I got mine today from Jared! Thanks for the extras!

Mine arrived today from Matt. They're recuperating in the humidor after the long journey. Thanks for the additional sticks, Matt :biggrin:

Quotempurtle01 - 2/20/2014  8:20 AM

Dang!   Got my picks from blgove...   Looks like that MC made a last minute entry in the box.  It was on top and in a separate bag, but sure glad it made it!  Some GREAT extras.  Thanks brother!

Edit: Oh, the bag has the numbers.  Short 1, med 2, and long 3

Hope you like em!   :smoker:

Received my sticks from Longhorn today with two badazz hitchhikers!!!!!

(http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/iqof37/P2240005_zps14d5212b.jpg) 

  I have only had one other Epic and I loved it! Then again,,, I have always been a whore for the Monties......Thanks brother!!!

 Appreciate the identically wrapped RR sticks too..... :-0

QuoteVroomp - 2/24/2014  3:47 PM

Received my sticks from Longhorn today with two badazz hitchhikers!!!!!

(http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/iqof37/P2240005_zps14d5212b.jpg) 

  I have only had one other Epic and I loved it! Then again,,, I have always been a whore for the Monties......Thanks brother!!!

 Appreciate the identically wrapped RR sticks too..... :-0

Man, that LFD looks freaking great!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

Brian I would send you the DC on yours so you could see where usps has sent this box all over creation en route from plano, tx to buda, tx...but then you'd be as dumbfounded as I am. Last update said it was in Shreveport...hopefully it heads back to Texas soon.

QuoteNtxsage - 2/24/2014  4:54 PM

Brian I would send you the DC on yours so you could see where usps has sent this box all over creation en route from plano, tx to buda, tx...but then you'd be as dumbfounded as I am. Last update said it was in Shreveport...hopefully it heads back to Texas soon.

No worries Michael!  :bigthumbs:

Quotenirab - 2/24/2014  4:49 AM

QuoteVroomp - 2/24/2014  3:47 PM

Received my sticks from Longhorn today with two badazz hitchhikers!!!!!

(http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/iqof37/P2240005_zps14d5212b.jpg) 

  I have only had one other Epic and I loved it! Then again,,, I have always been a whore for the Monties......Thanks brother!!!

 Appreciate the identically wrapped RR sticks too..... :-0

Man, that LFD looks freaking great!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

Yeah, the LFD Mysterio will definitely get your attention!  :biggrin:

Updated

Mike.casey – confirmed reciept
StogieDad – confirmed reciept
LawDaddy – confirmed reciept
Ken Kelley – confirmed reciept
The Burn Ward – confirmed reciept
Chrism305 – confirmed reciept
Sjn1117 – confirmed reciept
Nwb – confirmed reciept
conditionZero- confirmed reciept
DonM - confirmed reciept
Longhorn - confirmed reciept
Ntxsage - confirmed receipt
Mpurtle01 - confirmed receipt
CrazyK – confirmed receipt
Blgove - confirmed receipt
Vroomp- confirmed receipt

Nirab –
jumberlack1 -

We are getting close! :dancing:

QuoteVroomp - 2/24/2014  4:47 PM

Received my sticks from Longhorn today with two badazz hitchhikers!!!!!

  I have only had one other Epic and I loved it! Then again,,, I have always been a whore for the Monties......Thanks brother!!!

 Appreciate the identically wrapped RR sticks too..... :-0

Glad they got there safe and sound.  If you guess any of the three blind cigars, il send you another fiver!  :-0  :biggrin:

Those are some nice extras!

I'm getting a little worried about the package I sent to jumberlack1.  It left Miami on February 15th....

QuoteLonghorn - 2/24/2014  7:43 PM  

QuoteVroomp - 2/24/2014  4:47 PM  

Received my sticks from Longhorn today with two badazz hitchhikers!!!!!

  I have only had one other Epic and I loved it! Then again,,, I have always been a whore for the Monties......Thanks brother!!!

 Appreciate the identically wrapped RR sticks too..... :-0

Glad they got there safe and sound.  If you guess any of the three blind cigars, il send you another fiver!  :-0  :biggrin:

 So the triplets are something obscure?      :?:  

Just traded PMs with jumberlack1.  He hasn't received his cigars yet, and he is going on leave beginning tomorrow.  Hopefully, they show up before he leaves tomorrow.  Otherwise, he won't be able to confirm receipt until 3/10.....

I did not get mine today, but something tells me they will land in beeuutaful Buda tomorrow...hopeful!  :biggrin:  :angel:

Quotenwb - 2/25/2014  8:39 PM

Just traded PMs with jumberlack1.  He hasn't received his cigars yet, and he is going on leave beginning tomorrow.  Hopefully, they show up before he leaves tomorrow.  Otherwise, he won't be able to confirm receipt until 3/10.....

If not, we may have to move forward once Brian receives to keep this on a decent schedule. If he ties for first, I'll do a drawing or something.

9405503699300241004361


Brian  keep an eye on DC above.  Have no idea what usps is doing on this..dropped it off 6pm on the 19th...

Quotemike.casey - 2/25/2014  10:42 PM

Quotenwb - 2/25/2014  8:39 PM
Just traded PMs with jumberlack1.  He hasn't received his cigars yet, and he is going on leave beginning tomorrow.  Hopefully, they show up before he leaves tomorrow.  Otherwise, he won't be able to confirm receipt until 3/10.....

If not, we may have to move forward once Brian receives to keep this on a decent schedule. If he ties for first, I'll do a drawing or something.

That works.  At this point, I'm just hoping the cigars will be in decent shape when he gets them.

QuoteNtxsage - 2/26/2014  7:47 AM

9405503699300241004361


Brian  keep an eye on DC above.  Have no idea what usps is doing on this..dropped it off 6pm on the 19th...

I just tracked it, and it left San Antonio yesterday, so I should see it today...should being the key word here! This box went from Texas, to Arkansas, to Louisiana, and then back to Texas...WTF!!!  :crazy:  :confused:  :lmao:

Quotenirab - 2/26/2014  8:15 AM   I just tracked it, and it left San Antonio yesterday, so I should see it today...should being the key word here! This box went from Texas, to Arkansas, to Louisiana, and then back to Texas...WTF!!!  :crazy:  :confused:  :lmao:

 

It may have gotten it's directions from my wife. 

QuoteconditionZero - 2/26/2014  8:19 AM

Quotenirab - 2/26/2014  8:15 AM   I just tracked it, and it left San Antonio yesterday, so I should see it today...should being the key word here! This box went from Texas, to Arkansas, to Louisiana, and then back to Texas...WTF!!!  :crazy:  :confused:  :lmao:

 

It may have gotten it's directions from my wife. 

 :lmao:  :lmao:  :lmao:  :lmao:  :bigthumbs:

Quotenirab - 2/14/2014  1:23 PM

Hope you enjoy em all Don! When you smoke that Grimalkin, really take your time with that one, and you will be rewarded big time. It's a great smoke!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

I tried the Grimalkin today, a good smoke!  A little tight on the draw at first, but i was patient, I enjoyed it

QuoteDonM - 2/26/2014  4:42 PM

Quotenirab - 2/14/2014  1:23 PM

Hope you enjoy em all Don! When you smoke that Grimalkin, really take your time with that one, and you will be rewarded big time. It's a great smoke!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

I tried the Grimalkin today, a good smoke!  A little tight on the draw at first, but i was patient, I enjoyed it

Glad you enjoyed it Don! It is not a heavy cigar, but man, the flavor profile for me is just crazy good!!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

Tracking shows that it is out for delivery today...fingers crossed! I will post asap, but my computer took a dive last night, so it may be tomorrow morning before I can let y'all know.

Quotenirab - 2/27/2014  8:19 AM

Tracking shows that it is out for delivery today...fingers crossed! I will post asap, but my computer took a dive last night, so it may be tomorrow morning before I can let y'all know.

:thumbsup:

Tracking says it landed, and will find out in a couple of hours...YAY!!!  :bigthumbs:  :bigthumbs:

https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction?qtc_tLabels1=9405503699300241004361

Does it really matter if you get any cigars Brian?.... :confused:

 RR 2013 results:

mike.casey - 8  
CrazyK - 8  
nwb - 8  
metalhead y cigarguy - 8  
sjn1117 - 8
QuikAF77 - 6  
greenfairypipe - 3  
Ken Kelley - 3  
87North - 3  
zac - 3  
Shukpaw - 3  
Vroomp - 3  
mpurtle01 - 1  
DonM - 1  
PETE314 - 1  
lowpro75 - 1  
Bfry Cigar Guy - 1  
Longhorn - 1
nirab - 0  
Smurf - 0  
Beegerply - DNF
remyg6 - DNF
Chrism305 - DNF

 

 Just f**kin' with ya buddy!  :biggrin:  :lmao:

 I expect to score just under that myself this year with the triplets Longhorn sent........

(http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/iqof37/P2240005_zps14d5212b.jpg) 

^^ Ouch!

:lmao:  :lmao:  :lmao:  :lmao:

Did they finally make it Brian?

QuoteVroomp - 2/27/2014  6:03 PM

Does it really matter if you get any cigars Brian?.... :confused:

 RR 2013 results:

mike.casey - 8  
CrazyK - 8  
nwb - 8  
metalhead y cigarguy - 8  
sjn1117 - 8
QuikAF77 - 6  
greenfairypipe - 3  
Ken Kelley - 3  
87North - 3  
zac - 3  
Shukpaw - 3  
Vroomp - 3  
mpurtle01 - 1  
DonM - 1  
PETE314 - 1  
lowpro75 - 1  
Bfry Cigar Guy - 1  
Longhorn - 1
nirab - 0  
Smurf - 0  
Beegerply - DNF
remyg6 - DNF
Chrism305 - DNF

 

 Just f**kin' with ya buddy!  :biggrin:  :lmao:

 I expect to score just under that myself this year with the triplets Longhorn sent........

(http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/iqof37/P2240005_zps14d5212b.jpg) 

No sh!t!!  It probably doesn't Brad!! I did get the cigars in last night, but after a trip halfway around the states, I'm gonna let em rest until next week. Michael hit me with a few quality hitchhikers, as he always seems to do!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

and, does anyone know what the Fuente stick is? I always have trouble identifying them.  :crazy:

Good deal...

Now the fun part, let's start posting reviews!

As an example, here are my reviews from the last edition, and the sender's response.

Quotemike.casey - 3/20/2013  5:32 PM

I smoked these in reverse order based on their name.

{THREE}
This is a very dark cigar, with a few medium veins. The pre-light aroma on this little guy (4.5x52) is intoxicating. I love the barnyard and espresso mix I get from the foot. You can also sense the rich heavy tobacco that precedes strength. I already have a good idea of what I'm about to get into. The V-cut revealed a cold draw of more barnyard, pepper, and espresso or coffee. After a quick light, the prelight aromas become the flavor notes. The barnyard and pepper are the most dominant flavors with coffee on the finish leaving the spice to the retrohale. This is a little powerhouse, that can become harsh if you draw too quickly or too often. There is not any real complexity, while the smoke leaves a dark gray ash, but the flavors it does have are prominent. This is a good daily for maduro lovers that need a swift kick in the mouth.

I'm 90% positive this is a JDN Antano Consul [$4-8]

{TWO}
Cigar number 2 is a much lighter wrapper than the #3, with a very mottled, leathery look. It does have a few significant veins, but those don't scare me too bad. It lit quickly, but didn't give off much smoke. I had to puff a few times to get it going good. At first I'm just tasting smoke. I can detect some subtle tobacco flavors, but mostly smoke. The retrohale is light, and unpleasant. Throughout the majority of the cigar I was able to pick out a few notes of spice, earth, and some creamy something. I'm not too pleased with this smoke. The burn was marginal, and the ash fell every time I moved my arm. Since I'm not a Connecticut smoker I'm not sure where to start to guess. I think I picked up on some DPGesque flavors so how about...

DPG Tabacco Baez SF [$1-3]

{ONE}
This cigar was very aptly named. It is the ONE! Just looking at it is pretty impressive. Firstly, it's huge, a 6.5x56(ish) box pressed torpedo with practically no veins. I've been pretty partial to the V-cut lately so I gave it a shot with the torpedo. It worked out perfectly, as the draw was excellent. Cold draw had some sweet earth, leather, and a nice sweet flavor, honey I think. The first half or so of the cigar is very leathery, with that honey note coming in and out. There was also a sweet tobacco flavor weaving its way through. The second half of this cigar really shined. Leather from the presumably Corojo wrapper was the foundation for an extremely complex smoke filled with earth, spice, minor pepper, and a honey(ish) flavor I finally decided was graham cracker. After the 2nd third I quit taking notes, and just enjoyed the rest of what was obviously a very nice cigar. Cigar three was a great experience.  It reminded me of 3 different smokes, but only one comes in anything that resembles this size.

Illusione Epernay L'Alpiniste [$8+]


Thanks Matt, I hope I'm close! :dancing:

QuoteQuikAF77 - 3/20/2013  6:19 PM

Here are your results Mike:

Cigar #3 is indeed the mid priced cigar, and you are 100% correct that it is a JDN Antano Consul. I like this cigar a lot, love to pair its power with a dram Laphroaig, Ardbeg, or any Islay really. It was the one I felt might have been to easy due to its distinctive size and flavors.

Cigar #2 was indeed the inexpensive cigar. You were not correct on the DPG TB guess. It was a Vigilante Corojo Robusto. It is not that great of a cigar, blended by Rocky Patel.

Cigar #3 was indeed the top notch cigar. A 6.5x52  box press beauty with a dark Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, and Jalapa sourced Nicaraguan Habano filler, it is the Oliva V Melanio Torpedo. I agree with your review, it is a fantastic cigar, although it is not an Illusione.

Overall good job..I tally your points at 8, 1 each for guessing the correct cost of each, and 5 for being spot on with the JDN.

Brian the Fuente in slot 5 is a magnum R rosado sungrown. The last  fuente is the new casa cuba.  :biggrin:

QuoteNtxsage - 2/28/2014  1:22 PM

Brian the Fuente in slot 5 is a magnum R rosado sungrown. The last  fuente is the new casa cuba.  :biggrin:

Thanks Michael!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:  :bigthumbs:

QuoteNtxsage - 2/28/2014  2:22 PM

Brian the Fuente in slot 5 is a magnum R rosado sungrown. The last  fuente is the new casa cuba.  :biggrin:

The CF is one high quality smoke. Nice selection Michael!

OK here goes nothing! My cigars came from Brad (VROOMP)

Cigar A - Medium cost, J. Fuego Origen Robusto  

I truly had no idea on this one...guessing either a brazilian or MEX wrapper and grabbing at straws beyond that...almost went with Alec Bradley Sun grown...tasty cigar though.

Cigar B - Expensive Cigar, DPG Cabaiguan Guapos RX Maduro

I went back and forth on whether this could've been an anejo 50..thinking a little too mild for an anejo. Can't wait to find out what this is because this was a GREAT smoke!

Cigar C - Low Cost, Vegas de santiago Shaman robusto  

It looked a lot like an ISOM, but thinking too sweet and loosely filled to be an isom robusto. Then I was thinking maybe it's a PDR small batch, but didn't quite fit. Only going with low cost figuring Brad's trying to trick me. This cigar was VERY good also! Creamy, smooth, and would be a perfect mild morning smoke.

I had a TON of fun with this! I smoked cigar A to the last third, then C, then B and went back and nubbed all of them in one sitting!  Thanks for having me Mike and thanks for the great cigars Brad :biggrin:

Very nice Michael... I can't wait to see how you did!

Well Michael, I was hoping to throw you for a loop with this selection and it worked!

Cigar A- Swag Lavish Habano Robusto, a medium priced stick and rated 4.5 stars

Cigar B- Alec Bradley K-147, a $4 stick but, also rated 4.5 stars

Cigar C- Montecristo Classic Robusto, Expensive and also another 4.5 star smoke

I guess you did guess one correct for price so 1 point for you my friend!

I was afraid you could compare the K-147 because I thought I may have sent you one in the past. These are great smokes for the money and have been a favorite everyday smoke of mine for several years now......

 Good job given the circumstances........  :biggrin:

Ouch....i thought cigar A might have been a K 147 or a sun grown...surprised to hear it was cigar B as that cigar was 50 x 5.25" and not many cigars fit those measurements.

But hey, I may have struck out this first time,  but i had a good time with it and hope to be back for the next one!

Nice reviews.  Now that I see we are allowed to smoke, I'll work on these next week.

Welcome to the "Round Robin VII – Winter 2014 Edition" or "I thought I knew a little about Cigars Pass"!  Actually, this was a blast.  It was a good chance to test what I've learned, and not learned in my seven month career,  and what a daunting number of sticks there are available out there to smoke.  Matt Purtle sent my cigars (mpurtle01).


Cigar #1 – Mid Price Range -  No idea what this is. Think it was made in the DR
Great looking Toro with a RG of about 54. A nice looking, oily wrapper that closes around the foot, and ends  up in a pigtail at the head.  Nice construction – no soft spots. Nice easy cold draw with a bit of a sweet hay smell.  Toasted and lit the stick which began to produce lots of great flavors of Cedar, coffee, and a little cocoa near the end.  The burn was fair – had to use to torch a few times.   Ash was salt and pepper and a little flakey.  This was my  favorite.  Score 4.5

Cigar # 2 – Low Price Range – Believe this to be a Camacho Triple Maduro 50, made in Honduras.  Pretty, dark wrapper smells of barnyard and chocolate.  Solid construction with no nasty veins. Filler has a darker color than the binder.  Cup cap with a v-cutter and fired it up. I've had a few of these sticks before (I hoping this is what I think it is), but the pepper hits in the first few minutes with this cigar could scare a guy off! This is a strong cigar that builds in strength, which I could surely appreciate.  Great flavors of chocolate, wood and earth are in evidence throughout the smoke. Burn was great, and the ash was tight and white, holding for more than an inch at a time.  This was my next to favorite smoke. Score 4.5

Cigar # 3 – Expensive Price Range – Possible an LFD from Nicaragua
This is a 6 ¾" stick with an approximate RG of 52.  Not much smell to the dark, brown wrapper. Cap is a little sloppy, but the rest of the construction is top notch. Tight bunch with no soft spots. Cold draw is good, and the smoke toasted and lit with no problems.  The tobacco tastes well aged and very smooth to me, but nothing sticks very much. It tasted like nicely balanced, aged tobacco with some earth to it.  This was my least favorite. Score 4.0

This was really a lot of fun. Thanks for having me Mike,  and thanks for the great smokes, Matt. I smoked the Ruination last night. I've got to get myself some of these!! :biggrin:  :biggrin:

I posted my reviews about an hour ago. Looks like I'll have to repost tomorrow. Since I'm out and about.

OOPS, I already posted your score, and its gone.......

QuoteDonM - 3/7/2014  8:03 PM

OOPS, I already posted your score, and its gone.......

I didn't see it. Hope it was good :confused:

Thank you Don! I enjoyed smoking the cigars you sent!

I really want to know my score, so I'm posting the basics. I will post up the actual reviews and such as soon as I get back to my computer with the copy of the post. Since I posted my full reviews yesterday and they disappeared.

C- Low end. Cigarhut Sumatran bundle robusto.

B- High end. Arturo Fuente Anejo 50. Blended by Carlito.

A- Mid Priced. San Cristobal Francisco. Collaboration between Don Pepin and Ashton.

QuoteThe Burn Ward - 3/8/2014  8:38 AM

Thank you Don! I enjoyed smoking the cigars you sent!

I really want to know my score, so I'm posting the basics. I will post up the actual reviews and such as soon as I get back to my computer with the copy of the post. Since I posted my full reviews yesterday and they disappeared.

C- Low end. Cigarhut Sumatran bundle robusto.

B- High end. Arturo Fuente Anejo 50. Blended by Carlito.

A- Mid Priced. San Cristobal Francisco. Collaboration between Don Pepin and Ashton.

Cigar A was:  Signature Collection Vintage 2005 Maduro corona  Low end cigar

Cigar B was:  Ashton ESG 21 Year Salute  High end Cigar

Cigar C was:  Four Kicks by Crowned Heads robusto  Mid priced cigar


Jared, I thought you would fare better with the Four Kicks, you reviewed the robusto extra back in December.  Hey, aren't the Round Robins fun? :biggrin:

QuoteDonM - 3/8/2014  9:38 AM

QuoteThe Burn Ward - 3/8/2014  8:38 AM

Thank you Don! I enjoyed smoking the cigars you sent!

I really want to know my score, so I'm posting the basics. I will post up the actual reviews and such as soon as I get back to my computer with the copy of the post. Since I posted my full reviews yesterday and they disappeared.

C- Low end. Cigarhut Sumatran bundle robusto.

B- High end. Arturo Fuente Anejo 50. Blended by Carlito.

A- Mid Priced. San Cristobal Francisco. Collaboration between Don Pepin and Ashton.

Cigar A was:  Signature Collection Vintage 2005 Maduro corona  Low end cigar

Cigar B was:  Ashton ESG 21 Year Salute  High end Cigar

Cigar C was:  Four Kicks by Crowned Heads robusto  Mid priced cigar


Jared, I thought you would fare better with the Four Kicks, you reviewed the robusto extra back in December.  Hey, aren't the Round Robins fun? :biggrin:

4kicks are hit or miss with me. I didn't feel like smoking when I smoked it, so I wasn't really paying much attention. You threw me for a loop though. Enjoyed that Ashton a lot and that 2005 maddy corona was tasty. All of them had great construction as well.

Doesn't Carlito blend the ESG line? I think I'm good for a couple points? :-) I have a few other unbanded cigars in the humis that I have no idea what they are or how they got there, so my next mission is to try and figure those out.

3 points ain't shabby!!!! :bigthumbs:

Thanks again Don!

Chrism305 supplied me with these mystery sticks, labeled alpha, beta and gamma. I'm really interested to know which was the sub-four dollar cigar, and what it is, because they were all pretty dang tasty.

Most of you know that I'm a cigar noob, so my best shot here is to get the price ranges correct. If I do that, I'll be pretty happy. If not, I'll still be happy, just less cocky.

 

Here goes nothin'...

 

Alpha: 5" x 52 Robusto. Great, the most common cigar size on the face of the Earth.
This cigar was well packed, burned almost perfectly, and tasted great. The ash was white, streaked with gray, firm, and held for over 1". This stick burned and tasted like a quality cigar. But, I couldn't get over the appearance. It certainly didn't LOOK like an expensive cigar. The wrapper was mottled and splotchy. Almost like a factory reject. So I'm guessing that it is a quality cigar that didn't make the cut.

Guess: Cheap - Alec Bradley 90+ Seconds Robusto

Beta: 6.5" X 52 or 54 Box Pressed Torpedo.
Hmmm. I'm quite sure that I haven't had this cigar before, yet there is a familiar quality to it that I can't place. Chris tried to help me out (I think) by giving me a stick whose shape eliminates many possibilities. (Unless it was rolled by one of his friends who grows tobacco in his back yard, in which case he's just trying to screw me.)
This one also burns like a well made stick. The flavor doesn't agree with me as much as the alpha did, but I think it's probably of high quality. I used Google to try to come up with some possibilities based on the size, shape, and color. I'm probably way off.

Guess: Expensive - Oliva Master Blends III Torpedo (I've seen this listed as 6" in some places, and 6.5 in others??)

Gamma: 5' x 52 Robusto. That only leaves the medium price category for this one. Another robusto means another infinite number of possibilities.
This is yet another well constructed, very nice tasting stick with great aroma. It's well packed, burns true, and holds ash for over an inch.
I have no earthly idea what this is. I scoured CI's website to find a robusto that looked close in color and fit the price range. And my best shot in the dark is...

Guess: Mid-priced - CLE Connecticut Robusto 

Leaderboard:

1. The Burn Ward - 3 points
2. Ntxsage - 1 point

In light of Chris' lack of response, I think we need to assume that I am correct on all counts and in the lead with a perfect score.

I finally got mine in today! Only took the old usps a month. I will get these reviewed this weekend so they can sit for a bit.

And thank you so much for the hitchhikers! !!

Thank goodness they made it!  I was a bit worried.

Looks like I need to get to smokin'.  You guys aren't procrastinating like usual. :biggrin:

:bump:

Well, I had a very productive evening last night while the fiance was meeting up with her girlfriends for dinner. I managed to smoke two of my three unknowns. I would have smoked the third, but I think I know what it is without smoking it. So here are my guesses/reviews:

#1: Measured in at 6" x 56 - 58 RG, it is a pig-tailed perfecto shape. There are a couple that fit into that size, but I am 100% sure it is a Gurkha Cellar Reserve Hedonism Gran Rothschild since I have one in the humidor already. If it is not the Gurkha, it is an indistinguishable copy. I'll smoke it later and add the review. List price is between $10 - $12, so if my guess is correct, it is the high priced smoke.

#2: Measured in at 6" x 48 - 50 RG, it is a nice double-capped sun grown wrapper which has one prominent vein running down the length, but otherwise slightly oily and very smoothly applied. I cut it with the V-cutter and the draw was right where I like it. It had heavy cedar notes pre-light. Once lit, it gave off a good amount of smoke, and the ash was bright white. This can mean only one thing - a Cameroon wrapper! The start had the typical spicy, nutty notes of a Cameroon and it was very smooth. I would say it is in the mild-medium category. It is very well made, but not a terribly complex cigar. It reminds me of a milder version of a CAO Cameroon L'Anniversaire. The construction tells me Dominican Republic (I think), so I am going to guess it is a Montecristo Afrique Jambo Jambo. Hard to find a reliable price, some places they are on sale for $3 - $4 by the box, others have them at $6-$7. Considering my guess for number 3, I am going to say this is the medium-priced cigar.

#3: Measured in at 6" x 56 - 58 RG, it is a torpedo shape with a nice looking natural habano wrapper. The pre-light aroma is kind of grassy with a bit of dried fruit and some cedar. I cut it with a guillotine this time, and the draw was slightly loose, but still acceptable. Once lit, it gave off a lot of smoke. Right off the bat, I can tell this is a full bodied cigar and a blast of pepper and cinnamon remind me of a good Nicaraguan cigar. The fullness lasts about half-way then it starts to mellow. I was getting more roasted flavours, coffee, chocolate. It was really good! Much more complex than #2, and much fuller. I am going to stick with my guess that it is Nicaraguan, and say it is a Nica Libre Potencia Torpedo. Again, it is difficult to find a consistent price on these, ranging from $2 to the MSRP of $7. I will say it is the lowest-priced cigar.

As always, this has been a lot of fun, and I hope I didn't make too much of a fool of myself with the guesses! Thanks again for the smokes Jared!!

:bump:

QuoteCrazyK - 3/15/2014  8:08 AM

Well, I had a very productive evening last night while the fiance was meeting up with her girlfriends for dinner. I managed to smoke two of my three unknowns. I would have smoked the third, but I think I know what it is without smoking it. So here are my guesses/reviews:

#1: Measured in at 6" x 56 - 58 RG, it is a pig-tailed perfecto shape. There are a couple that fit into that size, but I am 100% sure it is a Gurkha Cellar Reserve Hedonism Gran Rothschild since I have one in the humidor already. If it is not the Gurkha, it is an indistinguishable copy. I'll smoke it later and add the review. List price is between $10 - $12, so if my guess is correct, it is the high priced smoke.

#2: Measured in at 6" x 48 - 50 RG, it is a nice double-capped sun grown wrapper which has one prominent vein running down the length, but otherwise slightly oily and very smoothly applied. I cut it with the V-cutter and the draw was right where I like it. It had heavy cedar notes pre-light. Once lit, it gave off a good amount of smoke, and the ash was bright white. This can mean only one thing - a Cameroon wrapper! The start had the typical spicy, nutty notes of a Cameroon and it was very smooth. I would say it is in the mild-medium category. It is very well made, but not a terribly complex cigar. It reminds me of a milder version of a CAO Cameroon L'Anniversaire. The construction tells me Dominican Republic (I think), so I am going to guess it is a Montecristo Afrique Jambo Jambo. Hard to find a reliable price, some places they are on sale for $3 - $4 by the box, others have them at $6-$7. Considering my guess for number 3, I am going to say this is the medium-priced cigar.

#3: Measured in at 6" x 56 - 58 RG, it is a torpedo shape with a nice looking natural habano wrapper. The pre-light aroma is kind of grassy with a bit of dried fruit and some cedar. I cut it with a guillotine this time, and the draw was slightly loose, but still acceptable. Once lit, it gave off a lot of smoke. Right off the bat, I can tell this is a full bodied cigar and a blast of pepper and cinnamon remind me of a good Nicaraguan cigar. The fullness lasts about half-way then it starts to mellow. I was getting more roasted flavours, coffee, chocolate. It was really good! Much more complex than #2, and much fuller. I am going to stick with my guess that it is Nicaraguan, and say it is a Nica Libre Potencia Torpedo. Again, it is difficult to find a consistent price on these, ranging from $2 to the MSRP of $7. I will say it is the lowest-priced cigar.

As always, this has been a lot of fun, and I hope I didn't make too much of a fool of myself with the guesses! Thanks again for the smokes Jared!!

You nailed #1 for full points!

#2 was a Bahia Blu L600 that I picked up for 80 cents. Cheap cigar.

#3 was a Camacho Criollo Figurado.  Medium priced cigar.

Very well done I think.

Leaderboard:

1. CrazyK - 6 points
2. The Burn Ward - 3 points
3. Ntxsage - 1 point

Nice! At least I am in the lead, for now! I am quite surprised by that Bahia, it was very well constructed and definitely not a bad cigar!

I was looking on Cigars International and the MSRP of the Bahia is actually higher than the Camacho. That is one screaming deal!! I might have to grab a bundle or two at CFest!

Then according to the rules it looks like you got them in the correct order!  Nicely done.

I bought a fiver on cbid for $4.  Good deal, I just assumed they were dirt cheap.

Bango went up in smoke!

Well done, Karl.

Nicely done, Karl. :thumbsup:

QuoteDonM - 3/18/2014  7:16 AM

Bango went up in smoke!

1 down, 2 to go... :bigthumbs:

I have Larry and Moe smoked.  Saving Curly for when it warms up again.

Bang is gone. I'll get to the other two when the rain passes.

I'm trying to get a free weekend where I can smoke all 3 in a relatively short time period.  That probably won't happen for a few weeks.... :-(

Sorry for the wait but:

QuoteconditionZero - 3/10/2014 5:06 PM

Chrism305 supplied me with these mystery sticks, labeled alpha, beta and gamma. I'm really interested to know which was the sub-four dollar cigar, and what it is, because they were all pretty dang tasty.

Most of you know that I'm a cigar noob, so my best shot here is to get the price ranges correct. If I do that, I'll be pretty happy. If not, I'll still be happy, just less cocky.

 

Here goes nothin'...

 

Alpha: 5" x 52 Robusto. Great, the most common cigar size on the face of the Earth.
This cigar was well packed, burned almost perfectly, and tasted great. The ash was white, streaked with gray, firm, and held for over 1". This stick burned and tasted like a quality cigar. But, I couldn't get over the appearance. It certainly didn't LOOK like an expensive cigar. The wrapper was mottled and splotchy. Almost like a factory reject. So I'm guessing that it is a quality cigar that didn't make the cut.

Guess: Cheap - Alec Bradley 90+ Seconds Robusto

Beta: 6.5" X 52 or 54 Box Pressed Torpedo.
Hmmm. I'm quite sure that I haven't had this cigar before, yet there is a familiar quality to it that I can't place. Chris tried to help me out (I think) by giving me a stick whose shape eliminates many possibilities. (Unless it was rolled by one of his friends who grows tobacco in his back yard, in which case he's just trying to screw me.)
This one also burns like a well made stick. The flavor doesn't agree with me as much as the alpha did, but I think it's probably of high quality. I used Google to try to come up with some possibilities based on the size, shape, and color. I'm probably way off.

Guess: Expensive - Oliva Master Blends III Torpedo (I've seen this listed as 6" in some places, and 6.5 in others??)

Gamma: 5' x 52 Robusto. That only leaves the medium price category for this one. Another robusto means another infinite number of possibilities.
This is yet another well constructed, very nice tasting stick with great aroma. It's well packed, burns true, and holds ash for over an inch.
I have no earthly idea what this is. I scoured CI's website to find a robusto that looked close in color and fit the price range. And my best shot in the dark is...

Guess: Mid-priced - CLE Connecticut Robusto 

• Alpha - Mid priced - Humo Jaguar robusto
• Beta - Correct - Oliva Master Blends III
• Gamma - cheap ($1.10 on Cbid) - Nestor Miranda Dopplebok

 

My sticks came from StogieDad. All were identical in size, shape and color. I have no guesses for any of them as far as make and model.

1. very solid with light hay and cedar pre-light - Medium price
2. no odor, dryish wrapper, very bland, poor construction - Cheap
3. again very solid but with strong barnyard odor. great flavor - Expensive

Son of a... I got one right?!? Hell yeah!!!

Leaderboard:

1. CrazyK - 6 points
2. ConditionZero - 6 points
3. The Burn Ward - 3 points
4. Ntxsage - 1 point

Well done, Joe! We're tied for the lead!

QuoteCrazyK - 3/19/2014  6:06 PM  Well done, Joe! We're tied for the lead!

Actually, I think you should have more points because you got them in the correct pricing order. 

I'm just glad I'm not tied for last. 

QuoteChrism305 - 3/19/2014  6:13 PM

My sticks came from StogieDad. All were identical in size, shape and color. I have no guesses for any of them as far as make and model.

1. very solid with light hay and cedar pre-light - Medium price
2. no odor, dryish wrapper, very bland, poor construction - Cheap
3. again very solid but with strong barnyard odor. great flavor - Expensive

Sorry Chris, I didn't think about picking them so closely.  I'll pull my list tonight and let you know.

No problem, all part of the intrigue.

Okay, here is where the newb with less than 150 cigars under his belt embarrasses himself.

Larry - cheap cigar.  Graycliff PX3 Toro?

Curly - expensive cigar.  Arturo Fuente? Anejo no. 50?

Moe - middle cigar.  Really liked this one.  Something by Pete Johnson?

QuoteLawDaddy - 3/19/2014  10:12 AM

Okay, here is where the newb with less than 150 cigars under his belt embarrasses himself.

Larry - cheap cigar.  Graycliff PX3 Toro?

Curly - expensive cigar.  Arturo Fuente? Anejo no. 50?

Moe - middle cigar.  Really liked this one.  Something by Pete Johnson?

Not bad, not bad!

Larry - Aging Room M356

Curly - Arturo Fuente Anejo No. 46

Moe - DPG Tobacos Baez SF


Really close on the AF and you got the most expensive right so you will rack up some points!

And the good thing is you found out how good the Tobacos Baez SF is and it's a sub-$2 cigar if you find a deal on them!  :biggrin:

Bingo is going up in smoke.....

Pow went down for the count this morning. Pretty good smoke!

That DPG was very Tat-like.  Have to pick some up now.  Thanks for the fun!

QuoteDonM - 3/20/2014  7:19 AM

Bingo is going up in smoke.....

getting closer Don!  :bigthumbs:

Leaderboard:

1. CrazyK - 6 points
2. ConditionZero - 6 points
3. LawDaddy - 4 points
4. The Burn Ward - 3 points
5. Ntxsage - 1 point

FYI about Karl's score:

We go by list price on CI not MSRP, so LawDaddy correctly identified the Bahia as a $1-4 cigar ($2.25 on CI). The reason we go by list is because with a stick like the Bahia that is exclusive to CI (and Cigars.com) they can set the MSRP wherever they want to generate interest in a $42 bundle cigar. For what it's worth, I also think the Bahi Blu is a nice smoke. (The red, not so much)

That being said, as it now stands, Karl is our leader since he got his guesses in first!

Gotcha. Well then, not to be petty or anything, but my guesses were posted on the 10th, so then I would be in the lead.  :smoker:

I bet nobody saw that coming.  :biggrin:  

QuoteconditionZero - 3/20/2014  10:43 AM

Gotcha. Well then, not to be petty or anything, but my guesses were posted on the 10th, so then I would be in the lead.  :smoker:

I bet nobody saw that coming.  :biggrin:  

You are right Joe! You should be in the lead ;-)

QuoteconditionZero - 3/20/2014  9:43 AM

Gotcha. Well then, not to be petty or anything, but my guesses were posted on the 10th, so then I would be in the lead.  :smoker:

I bet nobody saw that coming.  :biggrin:  

Damnit Joe... :-0

I'm going to do the same thing Nathan did last year, and put the high scores (if there is a tie) in a hat and draw. Maybe I'll give you more chances the earlier you posted.

So right now I'd put Joe, Joe, Karl in a hat and draw.


SOMEBODY PLEASE SCORE MORE THAN 6 POINTS! :biggrin:

Isn't it fun moderating this one, Mike? :biggrin:


6 points is a solid score.  If I had to guess, we will probably see some 8+.  Maybe.....

Maybe we should have played this one like golf, low score wins :biggrin:

I am looking forward to smoking mine, lot looking forward to the score

 :shamebag:

Quotemike.casey - 3/19/2014  10:55 PM

QuoteconditionZero - 3/20/2014  9:43 AM

Gotcha. Well then, not to be petty or anything, but my guesses were posted on the 10th, so then I would be in the lead.  :smoker:

I bet nobody saw that coming.  :biggrin:  

Damnit Joe... :-0

I'm going to do the same thing Nathan did last year, and put the high scores (if there is a tie) in a hat and draw. Maybe I'll give you more chances the earlier you posted.

So right now I'd put Joe, Joe, Karl in a hat and draw.


SOMEBODY PLEASE SCORE MORE THAN 6 POINTS! :biggrin:

Why not just go back and correct things? The refs in the basketball games look at the video and do that same all the time!  :confused:

Quotenwb - 3/20/2014  11:10 AM

Isn't it fun moderating this one, Mike? :biggrin:


6 points is a solid score.  If I had to guess, we will probably see some 8+.  Maybe.....

I think Mike is going to win this one again and send himself the cigars ;-)

QuoteKen Kelley - 3/20/2014  10:21 AM

Quotemike.casey - 3/19/2014  10:55 PM

QuoteconditionZero - 3/20/2014  9:43 AM

Gotcha. Well then, not to be petty or anything, but my guesses were posted on the 10th, so then I would be in the lead.  :smoker:

I bet nobody saw that coming.  :biggrin:  

Damnit Joe... :-0

I'm going to do the same thing Nathan did last year, and put the high scores (if there is a tie) in a hat and draw. Maybe I'll give you more chances the earlier you posted.

So right now I'd put Joe, Joe, Karl in a hat and draw.


SOMEBODY PLEASE SCORE MORE THAN 6 POINTS! :biggrin:

Why not just go back and correct things? The refs in the basketball games look at the video and do that same all the time!  :confused:

Because I want this to be as complicated as possible Ken...  :angry:

QuoteChrism305 - 3/19/2014  6:13 PM

My sticks came from StogieDad. All were identical in size, shape and color. I have no guesses for any of them as far as make and model.

1. very solid with light hay and cedar pre-light - Medium price
2. no odor, dryish wrapper, very bland, poor construction - Cheap
3. again very solid but with strong barnyard odor. great flavor - Expensive

1.  Four Kicks Sublime - expensive
2.  Mi Barrio El Acere - middle
3.  La Gloria Cubana Gilded Age - cheap

Leaderboard:

1. CrazyK - 6 points
2. ConditionZero - 6 points
3. LawDaddy - 4 points
4. The Burn Ward - 3 points
5. Ntxsage - 1 point
6. Chrism305 - 0 points

QuoteBlgove - 3/7/2014  8:13 PM


Cigar #1 – Mid Price Range -  No idea what this is.

Cigar # 2 – Low Price Range – Believe this to be a Camacho Triple Maduro 50, made in Honduras.

Cigar # 3 – Expensive Price Range – Possible an LFD from Nicaragua

Blgove, brother, haven't been on in a while.  Unfortunately I had to go for some field training.  Fortunately I brought my sticks with me, unfortunately haven't had a chance to smoke them yet!!!  Left the extras behind.  So, you're results...

Cigar #1 - Low Price - Kristoff Ligero Criollo Robusto

Cigar #2 - Mid Price - MF Le Bijou 1922 Petite Robusto

Cigar #3 - Expensive - Yes an LFD, but more specifically LG SB #5

Good job man, you got #3 price range and brand correct!

I'll get on mine ASAP out here.  Unfortunately we don't leave till the last day of March.   :-(

Leaderboard:

ConditionZero - 6 points
CrazyK - 6 points
Blgove - 4 points
LawDaddy - 4 points
The Burn Ward - 3 points
Ntxsage - 1 point
Chrism305 - 0 points

Quotempurtle01 - 3/20/2014  4:18 AM

QuoteBlgove - 3/7/2014  8:13 PM


Cigar #1 – Mid Price Range -  No idea what this is.

Cigar # 2 – Low Price Range – Believe this to be a Camacho Triple Maduro 50, made in Honduras.

Cigar # 3 – Expensive Price Range – Possible an LFD from Nicaragua

Blgove, brother, haven't been on in a while.  Unfortunately I had to go for some field training.  Fortunately I brought my sticks with me, unfortunately haven't had a chance to smoke them yet!!!  Left the extras behind.  So, you're results...

Cigar #1 - Low Price - Kristoff Ligero Criollo Robusto

Cigar #2 - Mid Price - MF Le Bijou 1922 Petite Robusto

Cigar #3 - Expensive - Yes an LFD, but more specifically LG SB #5

Good job man, you got #3 price range and brand correct!

I'll get on mine ASAP out here.  Unfortunately we don't leave till the last day of March.   :-(

Ah, Field Training! Loved that...now that I'm removed from it over the years!  :biggrin:

Started my RR Reviews with cigar "A"...here we go!!

Got some time, so it's on to cigar "B"...no clue so far.  :confused:  :confused:

Wow, the MF Le Bijou was a pleasant surprise. Otherwise I feel lucky as hell :-)   Thanks to Mike for letting me participate, and thanks Matt for the cigars, and a much bigger thanks for your service :bigthumbs:  :thanx:  :bigthumbs:

OK...here goes


BANG was a dark maduro robusto sorta. Construction was OK. Little bit of pepper on light up. Fairly even burn. Not much sweetness but definitely a maduro taste. Little bit harsh at times

WHAM was Colorado Maduro. Looked like a corona gorda...about 5.5 x 46 or thereabouts. Good construction. Little bit of pepper on light up. Moderate caramel sweetness lasted halfway through then it seemed to go away. Not a bad smoke at all.

POW was a medium-dark maduro torpedo about 6 x 52-54. Unfortunately, the wrapper suffered a bit of damage somewhere along the line so it was hard to keep lit. The taste was definitely in the maduro range and had a Brazilian tang to it.

So here are my guesses....and believe me they are only guesses!  :biggrin:

BANG was the low end cigar. It's identity totally eludes me so I won't hazard a guess.

POW is the medium range cigar. I think it was a CAO Brazilian Samba but, again, that is just PWAG. If so then Ozgener is the responsible party for this blend.

WHAM is the high end cigar and I'll hazard a guess that it was an Illusione cg:4 maduro because it was about the same size and had similar taste for at least part of the smoke. Dion Giolito is the bubba for this one. Nicaraguan tobacco and that sort of thing.

So there it is...let the laughing begin!  :biggrin:

:bump:

OK, looks like I won! Send me the prize now!  :biggrin:

Round Robin "shot in the dark" guesses...here we go!

Cigar A- This is a corona gorda size, and cold draw has a definite "corojo mojo" going, so I think that this puppy is some sort of corojo gordo...but shyte, I don't know! It was good, but did not hold an ash that well. Something keeps telling me that it is a Tatuaje of some sort, but it doesn't taste like any Tats that I've had. So, I am guessing that this is a Gran Habano Gran Reserva #5 Corona Gorda, blended by Rico. This is the budget cigar.

Cigar B- Torpedo, with nice construction, but a slightly rustic look to it. This thing had a very unusual flavor profile for almost the first half, and I could not figure it out. Kinda floral, a bit woodsy, not much spice until the second half. At times, it reminded me of a isom, and other times, not at all. Clueless on this one, so this is a real guess... It's a 601 Red Habano Torpedo, blended by Amilcar Perez Castro. This is the mid-priced stick.

Cigar C- This is one big a$$ cigar! Very well made, with a dirty foot, and hefty as all get out. Not my usual choice for a cigar as rg goes, but this one was fantastic. Flavors of chocolate, coffee, spice, hints of cinnamon, gingerbread at times, and puts out a bunch of smoke. I am guessing that this is a Tatuaje Gran Cojonu, blended by Pete Johnson and DPG. This is the expensive cigar.


Here is hoping that I score at least one point higher than the last RR!!  :lmao:

QuoteKen Kelley - 3/21/2014  1:29 PM

OK...here goes


BANG was a dark maduro robusto sorta. Construction was OK. Little bit of pepper on light up. Fairly even burn. Not much sweetness but definitely a maduro taste. Little bit harsh at times

WHAM was Colorado Maduro. Looked like a corona gorda...about 5.5 x 46 or thereabouts. Good construction. Little bit of pepper on light up. Moderate caramel sweetness lasted halfway through then it seemed to go away. Not a bad smoke at all.

POW was a medium-dark maduro torpedo about 6 x 52-54. Unfortunately, the wrapper suffered a bit of damage somewhere along the line so it was hard to keep lit. The taste was definitely in the maduro range and had a Brazilian tang to it.

So here are my guesses....and believe me they are only guesses!  :biggrin:

BANG was the low end cigar. It's identity totally eludes me so I won't hazard a guess.

POW is the medium range cigar. I think it was a CAO Brazilian Samba but, again, that is just PWAG. If so then Ozgener is the responsible party for this blend.

WHAM is the high end cigar and I'll hazard a guess that it was an Illusione cg:4 maduro because it was about the same size and had similar taste for at least part of the smoke. Dion Giolito is the bubba for this one. Nicaraguan tobacco and that sort of thing.

So there it is...let the laughing begin!  :biggrin:

Bump for Ken and Brian's scores.

I'd kinda like to know how I did before we hit the deadline.....

Damn I'm sorry Ken I missed your posts. I don't have the specifics on each smoke in front of me right now but I'll get it squared up this afternoon.  I can say you were incorrect in your guesses as to the specific cigars though :biggrin:

Quotesjn1117 - 3/24/2014  11:10 PM

Damn I'm sorry Ken I missed your posts. I don't have the specifics on each smoke in front of me right now but I'll get it squared up this afternoon.  I can say you were incorrect in your guesses as to the specific cigars though :biggrin:

That's OK. I was just curious about what they really were. A 0 is a score!  :biggrin:

QuoteKen Kelley - 3/25/2014  10:15 AM  

Quotesjn1117 - 3/24/2014  11:10 PM  Damn I'm sorry Ken I missed your posts. I don't have the specifics on each smoke in front of me right now but I'll get it squared up this afternoon.  I can say you were incorrect in your guesses as to the specific cigars though :biggrin:

That's OK. I was just curious about what they really were. A 0 is a score!  :biggrin:

 You got at least a one brother!

Quotenirab - 3/24/2014  3:01 PM

Round Robin "shot in the dark" guesses...here we go!

Cigar A- This is a corona gorda size, and cold draw has a definite "corojo mojo" going, so I think that this puppy is some sort of corojo gordo...but shyte, I don't know! It was good, but did not hold an ash that well. Something keeps telling me that it is a Tatuaje of some sort, but it doesn't taste like any Tats that I've had. So, I am guessing that this is a Gran Habano Gran Reserva #5 Corona Gorda, blended by Rico. This is the budget cigar.

Cigar B- Torpedo, with nice construction, but a slightly rustic look to it. This thing had a very unusual flavor profile for almost the first half, and I could not figure it out. Kinda floral, a bit woodsy, not much spice until the second half. At times, it reminded me of a isom, and other times, not at all. Clueless on this one, so this is a real guess... It's a 601 Red Habano Torpedo, blended by Amilcar Perez Castro. This is the mid-priced stick.

Cigar C- This is one big a$$ cigar! Very well made, with a dirty foot, and hefty as all get out. Not my usual choice for a cigar as rg goes, but this one was fantastic. Flavors of chocolate, coffee, spice, hints of cinnamon, gingerbread at times, and puts out a bunch of smoke. I am guessing that this is a Tatuaje Gran Cojonu, blended by Pete Johnson and DPG. This is the expensive cigar.


Here is hoping that I score at least one point higher than the last RR!!  :lmao:

Pretty good job Brian!

Cigar A...budget cigar. Asylum 13 Robusto
Cigar B...mid priced cigar La Aurora 107
Cigar C...expensive cigar Tatuaje Gran Cojonu...nailed it! :biggrin:

Well done, Brian!

Nicely done!

Well done Brian! Looks like we have a new leader!!

QuoteCrazyK - 3/25/2014  1:04 AM

Well done Brian! Looks like we have a new leader!!

Yup! Brian is going to be hard to beat!

WTG Brian!!!!  :party:  :cool:  :usa:  :rocker:

Holy shyte! That is too funny!! The first two guesses were sticks that I had never tried, but when reading about them, it seemed like as good a guess as any. As for the Tat Gran Cojonu, I almost bought one to smoke about 3 wks ago, but decided I did not have the time to smoke it. So, as I am smoking cigar C, I kept thinking (which hurt quite a bit) I had seen this cigar before, but couldn't place it. Upon further googlenet searching, I came across the Tat, and said "yep". But of course, one must do more research once they have their answer, and I started to find other sticks that cigar C could have been. Confused again..."yep"! Just went with my gut, and my lucky guesses...not bad for the geek who scored a -1 last year!!!  :angel:  :biggrin:  :lmao:

Quotenirab - 3/25/2014  10:39 AM

Holy shyte! That is too funny!! The first two guesses were sticks I had never tried, but when reading about them, it seemed like as good a guess as any. As for the Tat Gran Cojonu, I almost bought one to smoke about 3 wks ago, but decided I did not have the time to smoke it. So, as I am smoking cigar C, I kept thinking (which hurt quite a bit) I had seen this cigar before, but couldn't place it. Upon further googlenet searching, I came across the Tat, and said "yep". But of course, one must do more research once they have their answer, and I started to find other sticks that cigar C could have been. Confused again..."yep"! Just went with my gut, and my lucky guesses...not bad for the geek who scored a -1 last year!!!  :angel:  :biggrin:  :lmao:

Well from a fellow geek who scored a 1...I feel your pain! Hopefully I rebound next year like u did.  Nice job bro.

QuoteKen Kelley - 3/25/2014  10:15 AM  

Quotesjn1117 - 3/24/2014  11:10 PM  Damn I'm sorry Ken I missed your posts. I don't have the specifics on each smoke in front of me right now but I'll get it squared up this afternoon.  I can say you were incorrect in your guesses as to the specific cigars though :biggrin:

That's OK. I was just curious about what they really were. A 0 is a score!  :biggrin:

 ok Ken you got the order right 

 bang- Ramon Bueso genesis the project robusto

 Pow- Casa Magna oscuro torpedo

 Wham- RomaCraft aquitaine anthropology

 You didn't do terrible after all man:-)

Quotesjn1117 - 3/25/2014  6:21 AM

QuoteKen Kelley - 3/25/2014  10:15 AM  

Quotesjn1117 - 3/24/2014  11:10 PM  Damn I'm sorry Ken I missed your posts. I don't have the specifics on each smoke in front of me right now but I'll get it squared up this afternoon.  I can say you were incorrect in your guesses as to the specific cigars though :biggrin:

That's OK. I was just curious about what they really were. A 0 is a score!  :biggrin:

 ok Ken you got the order right 

 bang- Ramon Bueso genesis the project robusto

 Pow- Casa Magna oscuro torpedo

 Wham- RomaCraft aquitaine anthropology

 You didn't do terrible after all man:-)

Dang! The Ramon Bueso Genesis Project robustos I'ved before were quite a bit sweeter than that one. I've got a few of the Romacraft Anthropologies but i haven't smoked one in quite awhile. Never had a Casa Magna but now I have. At least I wasn't totally skunked like I've been before!  :biggrin:

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Slowing down a bit on the reviews. Don, aren't you 1 away from smoking the trifecta of review sticks?? Bingo, Bango, Bongo!!  :biggrin:

Well, finally smoking my first one today.  This is Cigar B from Blgove.  This is a box pressed toro, I'm estimating a 6 x 50.  Cut very clean with my Xikar double guillotine and has a perfect draw with just enough tightness.  It's got a nice tobacco flavor, well constructed and really looks a lot like any Tatuaja Cojonu...  but it's not because it's TOO SHORT!  This one is hard.  The flavor definitely does not scream Tatuaje.  It's a little bitter throughout for me, not bad but just really a plain tobacco flavor with a little bit of pepper more significant in the first third than in the middle.  Nearly perfect burn and holds ash for over 1 inch.  The flavor really smooths out at midpoint and bitterness drops off and the flavor becomes really enjoyable with a little sweetness, maybe a little cocoa mixed with leather.   Good smoke output and never needs a relight.  This is a really well constructed cigar.  Flavor really is nice after halfway point.  Based on the size, I'm very perplexed so I'm gonna have to make a guess on a cigar I have never smoked.  I guess a Casa Magna Colorado Box Press Toro.  Edit:  and based on pricing online I guess this is the medium priced one at about $7.50 a stick.

:bump:  :cheer:  :bump:  :cheer:

Here it goes.  I didn't even have a good guess on Bingo or Bongo to be honest with you, but cant help gut think I had smoked Bingo before.  For lack of guesses, I think I have the ratings right

Bingo was nice looking hefty toro with a maduro looking wrapper. The wrapper and cap were well constructed the flavors stated with some peppery spice on a retro hale the draw was a little tight initially. The burn was perfect with a solid ash.  The flavors on the cigar were smooth and medium in strength. I picked up on some cedar then some mocha. This one is throwing me off. I picked up a hint of espresso in the middle of the cigar I think I have smoked one but can't pick it out.  This one was the high end cigar

Bango was a robusto before it went up in smoke. It had a Colorado wrapper with a very small nick in it but didn't interfere with the cigar. Very peppery and spicy from the start.  The burn was a bit jagged from the start then it straightened out. I enjoyed thflavors of this cigar.  I am thinking NIC like I had smoked one before. I am thinking a  DPG blend. Vegas Cubanas as the medium priced cigar

Bongo was a toro with a Colorado maduro wrapper. A decent made cigar with a few veins in the wrapper.  Right off the bat, this one had a tighter draw with some cedar notes.  It was mildly medium in strength.  It burned straight but then into 2/3 the wrapper came undone on me and had to lick it to keep it back in place. It wasn't a horrible cigar but it wasn't great either.  I am thinking DOM but have no idea who made this cigar and think this one the low end cigar

Smoking Cigar 1 from jumberlack, and I have the other two on deck.  Here we go....

QuoteDonM - 3/30/2014  8:18 AM

Here it goes.  I didn't even have a good guess on Bingo or Bongo to be honest with you, but cant help gut think I had smoked Bingo before.  For lack of guesses, I think I have the ratings right

Bingo was nice looking hefty toro with a maduro looking wrapper. The wrapper and cap were well constructed the flavors stated with some peppery spice on a retro hale the draw was a little tight initially. The burn was perfect with a solid ash.  The flavors on the cigar were smooth and medium in strength. I picked up on some cedar then some mocha. This one is throwing me off. I picked up a hint of espresso in the middle of the cigar I think I have smoked one but can't pick it out.  This one was the high end cigar

Bango was a robusto before it went up in smoke. It had a Colorado wrapper with a very small nick in it but didn't interfere with the cigar. Very peppery and spicy from the start.  The burn was a bit jagged from the start then it straightened out. I enjoyed thflavors of this cigar.  I am thinking NIC like I had smoked one before. I am thinking a  DPG blend. Vegas Cubanas as the medium priced cigar

Bongo was a toro with a Colorado maduro wrapper. A decent made cigar with a few veins in the wrapper.  Right off the bat, this one had a tighter draw with some cedar notes.  It was mildly medium in strength.  It burned straight but then into 2/3 the wrapper came undone on me and had to lick it to keep it back in place. It wasn't a horrible cigar but it wasn't great either.  I am thinking DOM but have no idea who made this cigar and think this one the low end cigar

Bingo- Xikar HC Maduro Toro, and this was the low end cigar.

Bango- My Father Le Bijou Ecuadorian Connecticut, this is the mid priced cigar, and also a real treat to smoke! You got the blender correct, and the price level as well.

Bongo- Partagas Benji Master Series, this is the high end cigar. I am surprised that you had issues with this one. I got these almost 2 yrs ago, and have never had a construction issue with them. I may have to send you another one Don.   :-)  

Good job Don!  :bigthumbs:  :bigthumbs:

Thanks again for the cigars Brian!  I knew I had smoked the Xikar before :mad:

The Partagas I had never had before and it really threw me for a loop

Goes to show you Round Robin reviews aren't easy :biggrin:

QuoteDonM - 3/31/2014  10:03 AM

Thanks again for the cigars Brian!  I knew I had smoked the Xikar before :mad:

The Partagas I had never had before and it really threw me for a loop

Goes to show you Round Robin reviews aren't easy :biggrin:

Yea, experience does help a bit, but a lot of luck goes into this one! I'm gonna send you another Partagas Benji one of these days. It is a fantastic cigar when it cooperates in functioning properly. That MF connie is a bad a$$ cigar! I wish that would become a regular in the MF lineup. You can find em at Federal Cigars, it is blended for them exclusively.  :-)

QuoteDonM - 3/31/2014  11:03 AM  Thanks again for the cigars Brian!  I knew I had smoked the Xikar before :mad:   The Partagas I had never had before and it really threw me for a loop  Goes to show you Round Robin reviews aren't easy :biggrin:

Not easy? I'd say they are freaking hard, you guys are very good. I've been smoking for a long time and still sometimes have a hard time discerning all the flavors, I just try to imagine having to blindly guess the origin, blend, maker and feel dizzy.

You guys rock. 

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I'm going to give a guess...

Cigar #1
This was a 7x38 lancero. It had a dark patch on the foot that hinted at a little ligero, nice spicy smell, and medium brown wrapper. I really enjoyed the smoke, which was familiar. Nice flavors, nice spice on the retrohale, and it really hit my flavor profile.

-I'm guessing this a Cain F Lancero (mid-price)

Cigar#2
This cigar was also about 7x38, and really had me stumped. It's not often you find lancero's with a parejo cap, and I have 2. The other seemed pretty familiar, but this one does not at all. It has a noticeably dark cap, compared to the rest of the wrapper, and a few dark spots on the wrapper. The smoke was middle of the road for me and reminded me of a Rocky Patel blend. I'm not aware of any lancero's with this look made by RP, but they put out a lot of 2nds in varying sizes.

-I'm guessing Nicaraguan 2nd Liga F Lancero (low-price)


Cigar #3
This cigar had a very unique size. It was roughly 5.5x40(or 42) which immediately made me think that it was produced somewhere south of Miami. The color of the wrapper, smell, and flavor notes all agreed with that hypothesis. My first guess was a super partagas, or a HU Majestic. The further I smoked the more I changed my mind.

-My guess is a Montecristo (CC) #3 (high-price)

Quotemike.casey - 3/31/2014  1:41 PM

I'm going to give a guess...

Cigar #1
This was a 7x38 lancero. It had a dark patch on the foot that hinted at a little ligero, nice spicy smell, and medium brown wrapper. I really enjoyed the smoke, which was familiar. Nice flavors, nice spice on the retrohale, and it really hit my flavor profile.

-I'm guessing this a Cain F Lancero (mid-price)

Cigar#2
This cigar was also about 7x38, and really had me stumped. It's not often you find lancero's with a parejo cap, and I have 2. The other seemed pretty familiar, but this one does not at all. It has a noticeably dark cap, compared to the rest of the wrapper, and a few dark spots on the wrapper. The smoke was middle of the road for me and reminded me of a Rocky Patel blend. I'm not aware of any lancero's with this look made by RP, but they put out a lot of 2nds in varying sizes.

-I'm guessing Nicaraguan 2nd Liga F Lancero (low-price)


Cigar #3
This cigar had a very unique size. It was roughly 5.5x40(or 42) which immediately made me think that it was produced somewhere south of Miami. The color of the wrapper, smell, and flavor notes all agreed with that hypothesis. My first guess was a super partagas, or a HU Majestic. The further I smoked the more I changed my mind.

-My guess is a Montecristo (CC) #3 (high-price)

Good job Mike! You nailed the Cain F Lancero for cigar #1. It was indeed the mid-priced smoke. Cigar #2 was the high priced one, a Drew Estates Unico L40. Cigar #3 was actually a the low priced one, a Monte Pascoal Corona from Brasil. So you are tied for second with us at 6 points! Well done!!

Brazil is certainly south of Miami.

Nice job!

Good Job Mike!  :bigthumbs:

 

 Still trying to get the Nuclear Spectrometer calibrated properly before I do my three cigars from Brad..... :biggrin:

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Brad suck it up and submit those reviews!

Cigar 1
Prelight –This cigar measures about 5.5 x 54.  It sports a dark mottled wrapper which is just a touch darker than milk chocolate, and it has a reddish tint in spots.  There is a slightly oily sheen to it, and it has a number of large veins running the length.  The roll is almost seamless, and it has a clean triple cap.  It is extremely well packed, heavy in hand, and I detected no soft spots.  The prelight aroma is somewhat muted but smells a little sweet, and the cold draw is sweet as well.

1/2 - The cigar opens with some hay-like flavors and a short finish.  The overall flavor profile is very thin.  As it burns, it opens up, and floral notes with some light woodsy flavors in the background dominate.  There is no spice or pepper to speak of.  Construction is quite good, with a firm salt and pepper ash that holds for over an inch at a time.  The burn line was razor straight as well.  The only drawback was a slightly restricted draw.

2/2 – The flavors develop in the second half, and it was dominated by cedar with a floral finish.  It became a little more full as well, and was some nuttiness in the last third.  Construction remained much like the first half.

Overall, this was an enjoyable cigar.  It wasn't something I'd buy in quantity, but it was something I'd smoke on occasion.  The flavor was good, and the construction was almost exceptional, except for the slightly tight draw.

This reminds me of a cigar made by General Cigar Company.  It may be a La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5.  It is the mid-priced cigar.

Cigar 2
Prelight – This cigar measures about 5.0 x 52-54.  The wrapper is a dull brown, lacking in any oils.  The veins present are fine for the most part, and the roll is seamless.  It is firmly packed, the cap is cleanly applied, and there is a solid feel to it.  There are no soft spots, although there is some lumpy areas in the filler.  The prelight aroma smells of classic barnyard, and the cold draw tastes of well aged tobacco.

1/2 - Initially, the flavors strike me as remarkably Cuban.  Creamy, earthy, with a floral finish.  As it burned, the boy crept near a solid medium, but there was a lack of any spice or pepper.  It was very good and nicely nuanced.  Construction was above average: nice draw, firm ash, and only a slightly wavy burn line.

2/2 – The flavors continue to evolve, with the earthiness becoming more dominant.  The finish is nice and clean, and there is quite a bit of complexity.  Coffee, earth, and the aforementioned floral character make is a very tasty cigar.  Construction remained like the first half.

Overall, this was a very good cigar, one I'd like to smoke again.  In the first few draws, I thought it might be an Illusione, but the cigar doesn't look like any Illusione I've seen before.  As I smoked, I became more convinced that is might be a Cuban.

I'm going to venture a wild guess and say this is a H. Upmann Edición Limitada (2012) Robustos.  It is the high-priced cigar.

Cigar 3
Prelight – This cigar measures about 5.0 x 52-54.  The Colorado shade wrapper is mottled, veiny, and slightly oily.  There are a couple of spots near the head where the wrapper is damaged, and the tobacco underneath is a very light colored brown.  The roll is seamless, and the cap is cleanly applied.  It is firmly rolled, although it is pretty light as compared to Cigar 1, which I just smoked.  However, I detected no soft spots along the barrel.  The prelight aroma smells of young tobacco, and the cold draw tastes a little of hay.

1/2 - The initial flavor is a little "soapy" with a vegetal finish.  The soapiness is short-lived, but the core flavor becomes even more vegetal and green.  It wasn't really ammonia, as it didn't leave that type of flavor on the finish.  After an inch, some spice comes into play.  Construction is good: the ash is firm and a stark white, the draw is perfect, and the burn line is only slightly wavy.

2/2 – The one thing I've begun to notice is the aroma – at points, it is quite enjoyable.  Then it becomes very acrid, almost like a cigarette.  The flavor is better in the second half – mostly woodsy with a touch of sweetness on the finish.  The burn line became a little more wavy, requiring a touch-up.  The draw and ash remained very good.

Overall, this was a decent cigar, but it isn't one I'd seek out.  The flavor profile wasn't something I typically enjoy, and there were a couple of issues with the burn line.

Honestly, I have no idea what this is.  Possibly a Rocky Patel Renaissance Robusto.  It is the low-priced cigar.

I'm very surprised by the L40. I usually enjoy those a little more than I did that one. Of course the lancero is generally not my cup of tea. I'm pumped about the little Monte being a bottom dollar smoke. I enjoyed it. Thanks for the smokes Karl! It's always a pleasure.

Interesting take on these, I would totally agree with your tasting notes.

Cigar 1 was the God of Fire Serie B 2011 Robusto. I like the subtitles in this cigar, it does require attention to catch everything, especially the floral notes you mentioned. It was the expensive cigar.

Cigar 2 was the Quesada Espana Robusto. It is supposed to be very cuban-esque, so I can understand your guess. It is one of my favorites, but it is getting harder and harder to come by. It was the mid priced cigar.

Cigar 3 was the La Perla Habana Black Pearl Robusto. A nice little yard gar, it was the budget priced cigar.

By my math, you did get one of the pricing levels correct, so I think you have earned 1 point.
I'm glad you enjoyed them, especially that Quesada, if you really liked it, I suggest you start looking for a few sooner rather than later...

Quotenwb - 4/1/2014  10:09 AM

Cigar 1
Prelight –This cigar measures about 5.5 x 54.  It sports a dark mottled wrapper which is just a touch darker than milk chocolate, and it has a reddish tint in spots.  There is a slightly oily sheen to it, and it has a number of large veins running the length.  The roll is almost seamless, and it has a clean triple cap.  It is extremely well packed, heavy in hand, and I detected no soft spots.  The prelight aroma is somewhat muted but smells a little sweet, and the cold draw is sweet as well.

1/2 - The cigar opens with some hay-like flavors and a short finish.  The overall flavor profile is very thin.  As it burns, it opens up, and floral notes with some light woodsy flavors in the background dominate.  There is no spice or pepper to speak of.  Construction is quite good, with a firm salt and pepper ash that holds for over an inch at a time.  The burn line was razor straight as well.  The only drawback was a slightly restricted draw.

2/2 – The flavors develop in the second half, and it was dominated by cedar with a floral finish.  It became a little more full as well, and was some nuttiness in the last third.  Construction remained much like the first half.

Overall, this was an enjoyable cigar.  It wasn't something I'd buy in quantity, but it was something I'd smoke on occasion.  The flavor was good, and the construction was almost exceptional, except for the slightly tight draw.

This reminds me of a cigar made by General Cigar Company.  It may be a La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5.  It is the mid-priced cigar.

Cigar 2
Prelight – This cigar measures about 5.0 x 52-54.  The wrapper is a dull brown, lacking in any oils.  The veins present are fine for the most part, and the roll is seamless.  It is firmly packed, the cap is cleanly applied, and there is a solid feel to it.  There are no soft spots, although there is some lumpy areas in the filler.  The prelight aroma smells of classic barnyard, and the cold draw tastes of well aged tobacco.

1/2 - Initially, the flavors strike me as remarkably Cuban.  Creamy, earthy, with a floral finish.  As it burned, the boy crept near a solid medium, but there was a lack of any spice or pepper.  It was very good and nicely nuanced.  Construction was above average: nice draw, firm ash, and only a slightly wavy burn line.

2/2 – The flavors continue to evolve, with the earthiness becoming more dominant.  The finish is nice and clean, and there is quite a bit of complexity.  Coffee, earth, and the aforementioned floral character make is a very tasty cigar.  Construction remained like the first half.

Overall, this was a very good cigar, one I'd like to smoke again.  In the first few draws, I thought it might be an Illusione, but the cigar doesn't look like any Illusione I've seen before.  As I smoked, I became more convinced that is might be a Cuban.

I'm going to venture a wild guess and say this is a H. Upmann Edición Limitada (2012) Robustos.  It is the high-priced cigar.

Cigar 3
Prelight – This cigar measures about 5.0 x 52-54.  The Colorado shade wrapper is mottled, veiny, and slightly oily.  There are a couple of spots near the head where the wrapper is damaged, and the tobacco underneath is a very light colored brown.  The roll is seamless, and the cap is cleanly applied.  It is firmly rolled, although it is pretty light as compared to Cigar 1, which I just smoked.  However, I detected no soft spots along the barrel.  The prelight aroma smells of young tobacco, and the cold draw tastes a little of hay.

1/2 - The initial flavor is a little "soapy" with a vegetal finish.  The soapiness is short-lived, but the core flavor becomes even more vegetal and green.  It wasn't really ammonia, as it didn't leave that type of flavor on the finish.  After an inch, some spice comes into play.  Construction is good: the ash is firm and a stark white, the draw is perfect, and the burn line is only slightly wavy.

2/2 – The one thing I've begun to notice is the aroma – at points, it is quite enjoyable.  Then it becomes very acrid, almost like a cigarette.  The flavor is better in the second half – mostly woodsy with a touch of sweetness on the finish.  The burn line became a little more wavy, requiring a touch-up.  The draw and ash remained very good.

Overall, this was a decent cigar, but it isn't one I'd seek out.  The flavor profile wasn't something I typically enjoy, and there were a couple of issues with the burn line.

Honestly, I have no idea what this is.  Possibly a Rocky Patel Renaissance Robusto.  It is the low-priced cigar.

Quotejumberlack1 - 4/1/2014  9:43 AM
Interesting take on these, I would totally agree with your tasting notes.

Cigar 1 was the God of Fire Serie B 2011 Robusto. I like the subtitles in this cigar, it does require attention to catch everything, especially the floral notes you mentioned. It was the expensive cigar.

Cigar 2 was the Quesada Espana Robusto. It is supposed to be very cuban-esque, so I can understand your guess. It is one of my favorites, but it is getting harder and harder to come by. It was the mid priced cigar.

Cigar 3 was the La Perla Habana Black Pearl Robusto. A nice little yard gar, it was the budget priced cigar.

By my math, you did get one of the pricing levels correct, so I think you have earned 1 point.
I'm glad you enjoyed them, especially that Quesada, if you really liked it, I suggest you start looking for a few sooner rather than later...

Thanks for the smokes.  I really enjoyed that Espana, as I had never tried it before.  The God of Fire was good, but it didn't "wow" me.

Well, at least I got 1 point. :biggrin:

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OK, here it goes.  Jared (The BUrn Ward) really had me thinking on this.  I am not confident in my guesses at all.

Rikki - About a 5.5 by 52 belicoso with a very pointy tip.  Burn was a little erratic, but ash held firm.  Lots of smoke.  Not a bad flavor profile, dark chocolate and earth, some leather.  Pretty straightforward.  I am going to say this is the mid-priced stick.  A Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro Belicoso?  Blended by Nick Perdomo.

Tikki - A 6 inch, very nicely packed and built toro.  Burn line was great, smoke was thick, ash held after the initial tap.  Left a dry, kind of red-wine feel on my palate.  Some nice cedar, wood, and other notes.  I have not had many of the Padron 1964 Series, had more of the 1926.  So I am guessing a Padron 1964 Imperiales, blended by Padron.  The high priced stick.

Tavi - A larger 6 1/2 inch stick, very spongy, with some odd veins.  Burn was a bit crazy, but not awful.  Flavor was pretty good, strong ligero presence.  I am going to guess the cheap cigar though, maybe a Rocky Patel Factory Selects, blended by Rocky Patel.

OK Jared, how bad did I do?

QuoteStogieDad - 4/7/2014  3:15 PM

OK, here it goes.  Jared (The BUrn Ward) really had me thinking on this.  I am not confident in my guesses at all.

Rikki - About a 5.5 by 52 belicoso with a very pointy tip.  Burn was a little erratic, but ash held firm.  Lots of smoke.  Not a bad flavor profile, dark chocolate and earth, some leather.  Pretty straightforward.  I am going to say this is the mid-priced stick.  A Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro Belicoso?  Blended by Nick Perdomo.

Tikki - A 6 inch, very nicely packed and built toro.  Burn line was great, smoke was thick, ash held after the initial tap.  Left a dry, kind of red-wine feel on my palate.  Some nice cedar, wood, and other notes.  I have not had many of the Padron 1964 Series, had more of the 1926.  So I am guessing a Padron 1964 Imperiales, blended by Padron.  The high priced stick.

Tavi - A larger 6 1/2 inch stick, very spongy, with some odd veins.  Burn was a bit crazy, but not awful.  Flavor was pretty good, strong ligero presence.  I am going to guess the cheap cigar though, maybe a Rocky Patel Factory Selects, blended by Rocky Patel.

OK Jared, how bad did I do?

Rikki - Padron 6000 Maduro - Mid Priced $6.50

Tikki- Sancho Panza Glorioso - Low End $3.50

Tavi- Rocky Patel Fifty Toro - High End $22.00

Looks like you guessed Tavi was blended (not really but has his name on it) by Rocky Patel. I think that's 2 points. Rikki is the Mid priced. That Sancho Panza is really good and that one had 2 years on it.  3 points I believe? Well done, that put's you right up there with me.

That's funny, because that is exactly what I thought it was a second of, but the sponging as threw me off.  Thanks man, at least not a 0!

This pass has been very quiet....?

I'll get on my last 2.   :biggrin:

Quotenwb - 4/23/2014  9:17 AM

This pass has been very quiet....?

No doubt. I had completely forgotten about it until now!   :snoring:

Being sick as a dog for the past three weekends has not helped to get these cigars reviewed. I was hoping to have them done this past weekend until I found myself projecting fluids from every hole in my body just after getting over a nice upper respiratory infection the week before.  For someone who rarely gets sick, I think I have made up for past years in just three weeks! I will smoke all three of my cigars on Saturday and get my reviews in before the deadline!  Sure you don't want to offer any hints Brad? :biggrin:

This is my second cigar for the 2014 Round Robin, cigar #1 from blgove.  This cigar is a Connecticut wrapper in a 5 x approx. 50  Robusto size.  Very smooth wrapper, night solid construction with small veins with a great looking single cap.   Wrapper aroma is sweet, like alfalfa.  It smells delicious.  Very nice V cut and a good draw with a little resistance and a light tobacco taste.  

Light went well with a  double torch although the foot was a little cracked.  It took ¼ inch to self straighten but started good.  Initial flavor is a creamy sweetish taste of mild tobacco with a nice hint of pepper.  Very smooth.  Ash is flaky and falls off easily.  

This one pretty much maintains the same flavor throughout.  I normally do not enjoy milder cigars that much, but this one is a little more in the mild-med range and has a lot more flavor.  Pleasant smoke!  

I am going to have to go with the cheap cigar on this one and guess a Perdomo Lot 23 Connecticut Robusto.  My only problem is that these seem to be in the $5 range and not less than $4, so I don't think I am getting this one right.  This was by far the most difficult to figure out of the 3.  I think I have the next down solid.  :biggrin:

:bump:  :bump:

Nirab - 8 points
ConditionZero - 6 points
CrazyK - 6 points
mike.casey - 6 points
Blgove - 4 points
LawDaddy - 4 points
DonM - 4 points
Ken Kelley - 3 points
The Burn Ward - 3 points
StogieDad - 3 points
Ntxsage - 1 point
nwb - 1 point
Chrism305 - 0 points

Looks like Brian will win unless someone gets their reviews completed before midnight.

Mike, if the results stand, this will be 100% proof positive, existence of sheer luck!! Every dog (or geek) has his day!!  :-)  :angel:

Quotenirab - 4/30/2014  9:23 AM

Mike, if the results stand, this will be 100% proof positive, existence of sheer luck!! Every dog (or geek) has his day!!  :-)  :angel:

From worst to first!

Edited to compile my three reviews for my senders convenience.  :biggrin:
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Well, finally smoking my first one today. This is Cigar B from Blgove. This is a box pressed toro, I'm estimating a 6 x 50. Cut very clean with my Xikar double guillotine and has a perfect draw with just enough tightness. It's got a nice tobacco flavor, well constructed and really looks a lot like any Tatuaja Cojonu... but it's not because it's TOO SHORT! This one is hard. The flavor definitely does not scream Tatuaje. It's a little bitter throughout for me, not bad but just really a plain tobacco flavor with a little bit of pepper more significant in the first third than in the middle. Nearly perfect burn and holds ash for over 1 inch. The flavor really smooths out at midpoint and bitterness drops off and the flavor becomes really enjoyable with a little sweetness, maybe a little cocoa mixed with leather. Good smoke output and never needs a relight. This is a really well constructed cigar. Flavor really is nice after halfway point. Based on the size, I'm very perplexed so I'm gonna have to make a guess on a cigar I have never smoked. I guess a Casa Magna Colorado Box Press Toro. Edit: and based on pricing online I guess this is the medium priced one at about $7.50 a stick.
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This is my second cigar for the 2014 Round Robin, cigar #1 from blgove. This cigar is a Connecticut wrapper in a 5 x approx. 50 Robusto size. Very smooth wrapper, night solid construction with small veins with a great looking single cap. Wrapper aroma is sweet, like alfalfa. It smells delicious. Very nice V cut and a good draw with a little resistance and a light tobacco taste.

Light went well with a double torch although the foot was a little cracked. It took ¼ inch to self straighten but started good. Initial flavor is a creamy sweetish taste of mild tobacco with a nice hint of pepper. Very smooth. Ash is flaky and falls off easily.

This one pretty much maintains the same flavor throughout. I normally do not enjoy milder cigars that much, but this one is a little more in the mild-med range and has a lot more flavor. Pleasant smoke!

I am going to have to go with the cheap cigar on this one and guess a Perdomo Lot 23 Connecticut Robusto. My only problem is that these seem to be in the $5 range and not less than $4, so I don't think I am getting this one right. This was by far the most difficult to figure out of the 3. I think I have the next down solid.  
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Last smoke.  This is Cigar #3 from blgove.  Disclaimer #1: I just so happen to have about 15 other cigars that look and feel exactly like this one in my humidor and there really aren't any I've ever seen like them... except one which I haven't had.  Disclaimer #2: blgove made a little rookie mistake, but it may have possibly impacted my guessing.  He accidentally, unknowingly, told me which cigar was what price in a pm, early on, but THATS IT.  Nothing else, not a hint.  I will speak honestly and say I don't know if it may have impacted my guesses for #1 and #2, but definitely not cigar #3.  It would not have changed my guess.  So.....

This cigar is a long thick dark firm thing.  It's about 6.75 x 52 in an oscuro wrapper that looks like nothing other than an LFD.  It's got a wonderful smell and cuts perfectly.  It has a very nice draw and lights very nice, just like the other ones I've had that seem to be just like it.  It's got a nice earthy wood flavor with some pepper kick and smokes like a champ throughout for about an hour and a half.  I learned from experience to make sure I'd eaten something because I feel like I got my ass kicked by the time it's done.  Great cigar, but not the best of what I think this line is.  My guess is the expensive cigar, Litto Gomez Diez Small Batch #.....?  Could be 3, could be 5.  blgove is fairly new here, odds of him getting his hands on a number 3, not highly likely, then giving it to me... less likely.  I go with 5!  Thanks gents!  Thanks blgove!

Quotemike.casey - 4/30/2014  12:00 PM

Quotenirab - 4/30/2014  9:23 AM

Mike, if the results stand, this will be 100% proof positive, existence of sheer luck!! Every dog (or geek) has his day!!  :-)  :angel:

From worst to first!

LOL!!  :lmao:  :lmao:   Time for me to play the lottery tonight!  :biggrin:

I doubt very seriously I will be knocking Brian from his lofty perch but, here goes my best guesses......

Cigar C: 6.5X52? Torpedo

This cigar was well rolled and looked to have a double cap. The flavors were mild with some cedar and toast with a creamy finish. The cigar stayed smooth throughout the smoke and was a pretty good stick. The burn was straight and the ash was tight. There were some floral or fruit flavors towards the end of the stick and made me think it was Coast Rican in origin. The final third made it to about medium strength for me. I am guessing this was a Cuba Rica Via Havana Vedado Corojo and a mid-priced cigar.

 Cigar B: 5.5X50 Robusto

This stick looked really nice with a toothy wrapper and a firm roll to it. The cigar was essentially vein-free and had just a  small seam showing on the exterior. The cold draw was very sweet and fruity tasting. The stick started off mild but, there was a slight harshness to the finish I didn't enjoy. A small tunnel developed after the first inch a screwed up what had been an immaculate burn line. The ash showed every bump that had been on the wrapper with little white bumps and held fairly well. The cigar got a wee bit stronger towards the final third and there were some light floral notes present but, the harshness remained for the entire cigar. By the final third I was ready to toss this puppy but, i stuck with it for another inch and then i could take no more!  I think this was some Costa Rican product as well and Maybe something from Vegas De Santiago and a cheapo. (I  hope)

Cigar A: 6X60 Toro Gordo

 Nice looking stick with a tight roll and no soft spots noticed. This stick only had a triple cap and it was well applied. There was just one tiny vein showing and the seams were tight and smooth. The cold draw was sweet and had a nice spice note to it. After lighting there was a nice blast of pepper in the first few draws which mellowed quickly and the cigar produced good quantities of rich smoke. the burn wavered just a bit but, not enough to warrant a relight. The tobacco stayed medium for the entire cigar and there were notes of cedar, fruit, and a light pepper throughout. This cigar had a great room note as well and I really enjoyed this one a lot! High Priced cigar IMO....(or it should have been)

 I am going way out on a limb and guessing this was a Litto Gomez Diez creation, perhaps the 2010 Galego NYC Exclusive?

I am sure I am way off on these but, you never know...... :?:

 Embarrass me away Longhorn!

 

Anticipation is killing me!

Yeah,,, I can't wait to find out the A cigar was actually an EPC Inch and the yukky tasting B cigar was a Cuban and C was the expensive stick.... :biggrin:

Quotempurtle01 - 4/30/2014  11:59 AM

Edited to compile my three reviews for my senders convenience.  :biggrin:
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Well, finally smoking my first one today. This is Cigar B from Blgove. This is a box pressed toro, I'm estimating a 6 x 50. Cut very clean with my Xikar double guillotine and has a perfect draw with just enough tightness. It's got a nice tobacco flavor, well constructed and really looks a lot like any Tatuaja Cojonu... but it's not because it's TOO SHORT! This one is hard. The flavor definitely does not scream Tatuaje. It's a little bitter throughout for me, not bad but just really a plain tobacco flavor with a little bit of pepper more significant in the first third than in the middle. Nearly perfect burn and holds ash for over 1 inch. The flavor really smooths out at midpoint and bitterness drops off and the flavor becomes really enjoyable with a little sweetness, maybe a little cocoa mixed with leather. Good smoke output and never needs a relight. This is a really well constructed cigar. Flavor really is nice after halfway point. Based on the size, I'm very perplexed so I'm gonna have to make a guess on a cigar I have never smoked. I guess a Casa Magna Colorado Box Press Toro. Edit: and based on pricing online I guess this is the medium priced one at about $7.50 a stick.
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This is my second cigar for the 2014 Round Robin, cigar #1 from blgove. This cigar is a Connecticut wrapper in a 5 x approx. 50 Robusto size. Very smooth wrapper, night solid construction with small veins with a great looking single cap. Wrapper aroma is sweet, like alfalfa. It smells delicious. Very nice V cut and a good draw with a little resistance and a light tobacco taste.

Light went well with a double torch although the foot was a little cracked. It took ¼ inch to self straighten but started good. Initial flavor is a creamy sweetish taste of mild tobacco with a nice hint of pepper. Very smooth. Ash is flaky and falls off easily.

This one pretty much maintains the same flavor throughout. I normally do not enjoy milder cigars that much, but this one is a little more in the mild-med range and has a lot more flavor. Pleasant smoke!

I am going to have to go with the cheap cigar on this one and guess a Perdomo Lot 23 Connecticut Robusto. My only problem is that these seem to be in the $5 range and not less than $4, so I don't think I am getting this one right. This was by far the most difficult to figure out of the 3. I think I have the next down solid.  
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Last smoke.  This is Cigar #3 from blgove.  Disclaimer #1: I just so happen to have about 15 other cigars that look and feel exactly like this one in my humidor and there really aren't any I've ever seen like them... except one which I haven't had.  Disclaimer #2: blgove made a little rookie mistake, but it may have possibly impacted my guessing.  He accidentally, unknowingly, told me which cigar was what price in a pm, early on, but THATS IT.  Nothing else, not a hint.  I will speak honestly and say I don't know if it may have impacted my guesses for #1 and #2, but definitely not cigar #3.  It would not have changed my guess.  So.....

This cigar is a long thick dark firm thing.  It's about 6.75 x 52 in an oscuro wrapper that looks like nothing other than an LFD.  It's got a wonderful smell and cuts perfectly.  It has a very nice draw and lights very nice, just like the other ones I've had that seem to be just like it.  It's got a nice earthy wood flavor with some pepper kick and smokes like a champ throughout for about an hour and a half.  I learned from experience to make sure I'd eaten something because I feel like I got my ass kicked by the time it's done.  Great cigar, but not the best of what I think this line is.  My guess is the expensive cigar, Litto Gomez Diez Small Batch #.....?  Could be 3, could be 5.  blgove is fairly new here, odds of him getting his hands on a number 3, not highly likely, then giving it to me... less likely.  I go with 5!  Thanks gents!  Thanks blgove!

Heck of a job Matt, even though you knew the cheap, medium and high priced sticks due to my rookie error!  I'll leave the scoring up to the moderator, but you still showed your skills with your educated guesses.

#1  Cheap - $3.00 - Perdomo Lot 23 Dark Natural

#2 Medium - $7.00 - San Cristobal Legend

#3 Expensive - $17.00 - Litto Gomez Small Batch #5

This was a great experience for me. I've participated in a lot of wine tastings over the years, and it's very similar with cigars - you can be badly fooled by what you think you know! Not the case with Matt though!!!

Bruce

Nicely done Matt! :respekt:

Nice job!!

Wow well done Matt!!

Damn Matt... I'll give you the 10 points for the IDs but not the 3 for the order. Thanks for being honest! You're in first place and now we're just waiting to see what Brad scores.

I am about 100% sure Matt has this in the bag!

Quotempurtle01 - 4/30/2014  11:59 AM

Edited to compile my three reviews for my senders convenience.  :biggrin:
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Well, finally smoking my first one today. This is Cigar B from Blgove. This is a box pressed toro, I'm estimating a 6 x 50. Cut very clean with my Xikar double guillotine and has a perfect draw with just enough tightness. It's got a nice tobacco flavor, well constructed and really looks a lot like any Tatuaja Cojonu... but it's not because it's TOO SHORT! This one is hard. The flavor definitely does not scream Tatuaje. It's a little bitter throughout for me, not bad but just really a plain tobacco flavor with a little bit of pepper more significant in the first third than in the middle. Nearly perfect burn and holds ash for over 1 inch. The flavor really smooths out at midpoint and bitterness drops off and the flavor becomes really enjoyable with a little sweetness, maybe a little cocoa mixed with leather. Good smoke output and never needs a relight. This is a really well constructed cigar. Flavor really is nice after halfway point. Based on the size, I'm very perplexed so I'm gonna have to make a guess on a cigar I have never smoked. I guess a Casa Magna Colorado Box Press Toro. Edit: and based on pricing online I guess this is the medium priced one at about $7.50 a stick.
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This is my second cigar for the 2014 Round Robin, cigar #1 from blgove. This cigar is a Connecticut wrapper in a 5 x approx. 50 Robusto size. Very smooth wrapper, night solid construction with small veins with a great looking single cap. Wrapper aroma is sweet, like alfalfa. It smells delicious. Very nice V cut and a good draw with a little resistance and a light tobacco taste.

Light went well with a double torch although the foot was a little cracked. It took ¼ inch to self straighten but started good. Initial flavor is a creamy sweetish taste of mild tobacco with a nice hint of pepper. Very smooth. Ash is flaky and falls off easily.

This one pretty much maintains the same flavor throughout. I normally do not enjoy milder cigars that much, but this one is a little more in the mild-med range and has a lot more flavor. Pleasant smoke!

I am going to have to go with the cheap cigar on this one and guess a Perdomo Lot 23 Connecticut Robusto. My only problem is that these seem to be in the $5 range and not less than $4, so I don't think I am getting this one right. This was by far the most difficult to figure out of the 3. I think I have the next down solid.  
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Last smoke.  This is Cigar #3 from blgove.  Disclaimer #1: I just so happen to have about 15 other cigars that look and feel exactly like this one in my humidor and there really aren't any I've ever seen like them... except one which I haven't had.  Disclaimer #2: blgove made a little rookie mistake, but it may have possibly impacted my guessing.  He accidentally, unknowingly, told me which cigar was what price in a pm, early on, but THATS IT.  Nothing else, not a hint.  I will speak honestly and say I don't know if it may have impacted my guesses for #1 and #2, but definitely not cigar #3.  It would not have changed my guess.  So.....

This cigar is a long thick dark firm thing.  It's about 6.75 x 52 in an oscuro wrapper that looks like nothing other than an LFD.  It's got a wonderful smell and cuts perfectly.  It has a very nice draw and lights very nice, just like the other ones I've had that seem to be just like it.  It's got a nice earthy wood flavor with some pepper kick and smokes like a champ throughout for about an hour and a half.  I learned from experience to make sure I'd eaten something because I feel like I got my ass kicked by the time it's done.  Great cigar, but not the best of what I think this line is.  My guess is the expensive cigar, Litto Gomez Diez Small Batch #.....?  Could be 3, could be 5.  blgove is fairly new here, odds of him getting his hands on a number 3, not highly likely, then giving it to me... less likely.  I go with 5!  Thanks gents!  Thanks blgove!

What do you think the odds are that we both sent each other the Litto Gomez Diez Small Batch #5? :biggrin:

Bruce

I know!   What happened?  I was certain you'd get that on right!

QuoteVroomp - 4/30/2014  4:39 PM

I doubt very seriously I will be knocking Brian from his lofty perch but, here goes my best guesses......

Cigar C: 6.5X52? Torpedo

This cigar was well rolled and looked to have a double cap. The flavors were mild with some cedar and toast with a creamy finish. The cigar stayed smooth throughout the smoke and was a pretty good stick. The burn was straight and the ash was tight. There were some floral or fruit flavors towards the end of the stick and made me think it was Coast Rican in origin. The final third made it to about medium strength for me. I am guessing this was a Cuba Rica Via Havana Vedado Corojo and a mid-priced cigar.

 Cigar B: 5.5X50 Robusto

This stick looked really nice with a toothy wrapper and a firm roll to it. The cigar was essentially vein-free and had just a  small seam showing on the exterior. The cold draw was very sweet and fruity tasting. The stick started off mild but, there was a slight harshness to the finish I didn't enjoy. A small tunnel developed after the first inch a screwed up what had been an immaculate burn line. The ash showed every bump that had been on the wrapper with little white bumps and held fairly well. The cigar got a wee bit stronger towards the final third and there were some light floral notes present but, the harshness remained for the entire cigar. By the final third I was ready to toss this puppy but, i stuck with it for another inch and then i could take no more!  I think this was some Costa Rican product as well and Maybe something from Vegas De Santiago and a cheapo. (I  hope)

Cigar A: 6X60 Toro Gordo

 Nice looking stick with a tight roll and no soft spots noticed. This stick only had a triple cap and it was well applied. There was just one tiny vein showing and the seams were tight and smooth. The cold draw was sweet and had a nice spice note to it. After lighting there was a nice blast of pepper in the first few draws which mellowed quickly and the cigar produced good quantities of rich smoke. the burn wavered just a bit but, not enough to warrant a relight. The tobacco stayed medium for the entire cigar and there were notes of cedar, fruit, and a light pepper throughout. This cigar had a great room note as well and I really enjoyed this one a lot! High Priced cigar IMO....(or it should have been)

 I am going way out on a limb and guessing this was a Litto Gomez Diez creation, perhaps the 2010 Galego NYC Exclusive?

I am sure I am way off on these but, you never know...... :?:

 Embarrass me away Longhorn!

 

Cigar C was the Flor de Gonzalez 90 Miles Torpedo (6.5 x 52, NIC) - the lowest priced cigar.

Cigar B was the Cohiba (Cuban) Maduro 5 Genios, (5.5 x 52, CUB) - the highest priced cigar.

Cigar A was the Illusione MJ12 (The Majestic 12), (6 x 54, NIC) - the mid priced cigar.

While you didn't get any points, you damn near nailed the sizes!   :biggrin:

OK, so I know I'm late with my reviews but will post up this weekend anyway. :shamebag:

I liked the Illusione the best and never had that 90 miles(since the one and only 90 mile I had sucked) but, that was the worst Cuban I have ever smoked in my life! 

 

Congratulations Matt!

Alright, it's a wrap. It looks like Matt wins with the buzzer beater and 10 points!

I'm also going to send Brian a 'Most Improved' prize pack as well!!!

Enjoy fella's. I'll get them out when I can, but our Post Office was mashed up in the Tornado, so it may be a few days. Your patience will be rewarded.

Quotemike.casey - 5/2/2014  7:28 AM

Alright, it's a wrap. It looks like Matt wins with the buzzer beater and 10 points!

I'm also going to send Brian a 'Most Improved' prize pack as well!!!

Enjoy fella's. I'll get them out when I can, but our Post Office was mashed up in the Tornado, so it may be a few days. Your patience will be rewarded.

With me being on a serious buying freeze, I will gladly accept a consolation prize!!! Mike, thanks for running a great Round Robin pass!!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:


And congrats to Matt on his last second victory!! Well done my friend!!  :bigthumbs:  :bigthumbs:

Thanks gents.  But I have to give it to blgove.  I'm not sure how many folks that have been around a while would have missed the LGSB 5...  Sorry Bruce. And anyone who has a perdomo lot 23, look at their wrappers compared to others.  They have a very Perdomo lot 23 look and texture.  I lucked out on getting those two, almost to the point that it wasn't fair.  Brian, you killed it...  If we'd swapped cigars you'd have pounded me. :shy:

Congrats Matt!

Quotempurtle01 - 5/2/2014  8:28 AM

Thanks gents.  But I have to give it to blgove.  I'm not sure how many folks that have been around a while would have missed the LGSB 5...  Sorry Bruce. And anyone who has a perdomo lot 23, look at their wrappers compared to others.  They have a very Perdomo lot 23 look and texture.  I lucked out on getting those two, almost to the point that it wasn't fair.  Brian, you killed it...  If we'd swapped cigars you'd have pounded me. :shy:

That's pretty much always how it works out for the winner. I had a cigar that I have smoked 50 times sent to me last time, and this time as well. The difference was, last time I got the order right.

Congrats Matt and Nirab, you two nailed it this year!

Congrats Matt on the impressive win!

Quotemike.casey - 5/2/2014  10:51 AM

Quotempurtle01 - 5/2/2014  8:28 AM
Thanks gents.  But I have to give it to blgove.  I'm not sure how many folks that have been around a while would have missed the LGSB 5...  Sorry Bruce. And anyone who has a perdomo lot 23, look at their wrappers compared to others.  They have a very Perdomo lot 23 look and texture.  I lucked out on getting those two, almost to the point that it wasn't fair.  Brian, you killed it...  If we'd swapped cigars you'd have pounded me. :shy:

That's pretty much always how it works out for the winner. I had a cigar that I have smoked 50 times sent to me last time, and this time as well. The difference was, last time I got the order right.

Exactly.  Some cigars have a very distinctive look which can help tremendously.  To make this really comparable among all the participants, it would be cool to have a Round Robin Robusto pass that limits the cigars to 5 x 50-52 with no pigtails, closed foot, or any other unique identifiers.

Quotenwb - 5/2/2014  9:00 AM
 To make this really comparable among all the participants, it would be cool to have a Round Robin Robusto pass that limits the cigars to 5 x 50-52 with no pigtails, closed foot, or any other unique identifiers.

Great idea!

Haha!   Then we would all look stupid.  That's a near impossible one unless you get a Genesis, a lot 23 or an LP   Or something else that just isn't similar to others.

Quotempurtle01 - 5/2/2014  11:20 AM

Haha!   Then we would all look stupid.  That's a near impossible one unless you get a Genesis, a lot 23 or an LP   Or something else that just isn't similar to others.

I sent all robustos this time around, and I received the same.  It makes it very challenging (hence my 1 point), but it is a lot of fun. :biggrin:

I too sent three robustos and the confusion seemed to work....But, Longhorn's three identical colored wrappers didn't help! :-(

Quotempurtle01 - 5/2/2014  6:28 AM

Thanks gents.  But I have to give it to blgove.  I'm not sure how many folks that have been around a while would have missed the LGSB 5...  Sorry Bruce. And anyone who has a perdomo lot 23, look at their wrappers compared to others.  They have a very Perdomo lot 23 look and texture.  I lucked out on getting those two, almost to the point that it wasn't fair.  Brian, you killed it...  If we'd swapped cigars you'd have pounded me. :shy:

I did manage to guess that it was an LFD, and that it was the most expensive!! :biggrin:

Regarding your comments about the LGSB series. I found it interesting that you didn't find the #5 as satisfying as some of the previous editions. I thought the #5 was a great smoke, and your observations  make me want to try the others - availability not withstanding.  I like the suggestions recently mentioned on this forum regarding possible changes to make it more fair for everyone - including Rookie Geeks like me :smoker:

Bruce

I should have pulled in 4 points.

My bad ^^^

In that case... You still didn't win.

To the winners, I've had these in ziplocs in the humi for a couple weeks but still have not sent them. Hopefully you have something to smoke while waiting on me to remember to pick up some flat rate boxes.

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Finally on the way fellas, sorry for the delay!

No apology needed my friend! I was not expecting anything from coming in second, so thank you!!!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:

Quotemike.casey - 5/16/2014  12:51 PM

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Finally on the way fellas, sorry for the delay!

Check this out...it could be in Buda, or it could be in Delaware...WTF??!!  

https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction?qtc_tLabels1=9405903699300186469827

Quotenirab - 5/19/2014  1:33 PM
Check this out...it could be in Buda, or it could be in Delaware...WTF??!!  

https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction?qtc_tLabels1=9405903699300186469827

 :lmao:

DE....TX....they are basically the same, right?

So, I got my prize package earlier this week.  Awesome!   Thanks Mike.  Only have had one, the 88, and it's one of my faves!    :dancing:

Nice prize pack! :bigthumbs:

Great idea to require same sizes and bo distinctive features. Will definitely level the playing field and make for a great challenge. Maybe too much of challenge? Maybe we could do one requiring distinctive features and sizes for the rookies?

Very nice prize pack!

Michael - It might make it more difficult, but it would definitely even the playing field.  We could always do two levels - one with similar cigars (difficult) and one where anything goes.

Sweet!  :bigthumbs: