This Geek Critique has been generously sponsored by 05Venturer (Kent)
The Cigar: Espinosa Alpha Dawg Corona (5.5"x46)
The Specs:
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaragua (Habano Rosado)
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
The Hype:
Those who have attended an Espinosa event already know all about the Alpha Dawg. For those who don't, let me give you a brief backstory. This uh... interestingly named cigar used to be an event only cigar for Espinosa's biggest fans. Word and demand quickly spread though, and people wanted to get their hands on this awesome handmade. Well, luckily, Espionsa is letting the Dawgs out, and has pushed Alpha Dawg into regular production for all to enjoy.
Offered in lovingly dressed boxes of ten, Espinosa Alpha Dawg uses a Habano Rosado Oscuro wrapper over Nicaragun binder and long-filler in order to create a cigar that will satisfy even the biggest appetite. The wrapper itself is special, bringing tons of rich dark chocolate, espresso, earthiness, and a big of dark fruity flavors with each puff. It's complex and chewy, as dense peppery spice works its way in and out of the profile. Alpha Dawg is a medium to full-bodied treat, and after trying one you'll be howling for more. Alright, that's enough dog jokes for one day.
Due Date: April 25th, 2019.
Shipping: No Restrictions
The Reviewers: Must have submitted two regular reviews to the database.
1. Cfickter (Chuck)
2. bstessl (Brian)
3. Murphy223 (Steve)
4. DonM (Don)
5. PETE314 (Peter)
Note: A reviewer who posts their review late will receive neutral feedback. A reviewer who does not post at all will receive negative feedback. There are always exceptions to the rule and a reasonable excuse for tardiness or a no show will be respected and thus not counted against the reviewer. Our sponsoring members and our administrators make the choice of who is to participate in any particular Geek Critique and can be better informed of their choices with this initiative in place.
Thanks again to Kent for taking this one on and providing the cigar. THANKS!! And happy smokin' :smoker:
Would love to take this one on
One of these days you guys will learn how to spell my name... Or copy and paste... Lol. Thanks!!
Interested!!
QuoteMurphy223 - 3/17/2019 4:33 PM
Interested!!
You're in Steve.
Pete please add Murphy to the list
Never had one, would be interested in this one if you let me in Kent!
QuoteDonM - 3/18/2019 9:31 AM
Never had one, would be interested in this one if you let me in Kent!
You got it Don
Pete add Don to the list
1 spot remains
:bump: Come on Geeks, you know you want to be a part of this
Quote05Venturer - 3/18/2019 2:04 PM
QuoteDonM - 3/18/2019 9:31 AM
Never had one, would be interested in this one if you let me in Kent!
You got it Don
Pete add Don to the list
Thanks Brother!
Really guys, come on! Why are you wait to join
I did a review in January.TRing to give some other brothers a chance.But if you need someone I could be your guy.
I'm doing April this week otherwise I'd jump too.
Who knew it was so difficult to give away free cigars....
I just did one or I would be happy to volunteer.
Can't believe you are having this much trouble getting volunteers,.
oooh! oooh! me! me! I'll smoke it if you twist my arm!!
OK I'll do it if you don't twist my arm!
OK DAMMIT just let me smoke the damn cigar and write about it!
Please??
Would really like to get a noob in on this one.
Quote1sgjeffward - 3/21/2019 1:05 AM
oooh! oooh! me! me! I'll smoke it if you twist my arm!!
OK I'll do it if you don't twist my arm!
OK DAMMIT just let me smoke the damn cigar and write about it!
Please??
Hmmm... don't you have to be a member in good standing? There's the little matter of a trade you never held your end up on before you disappeared the LAST time (and you have disappeared more than once in the past 7 years). :?:
If you are in a pinch...I can do it....Not necessarily a noob...But hey...like jeff said....twist my arm...LOL
QuotePETE314 - 3/21/2019 8:59 AM
If you are in a pinch...I can do it....Not necessarily a noob...But hey...like jeff said....twist my arm...LOL
Pete your in.
Please put Pete in the 5th and final spot and I will try to get these out within a week.
Awesome...Can't wait...this is right in my wheelhouse!!!!
Thanks for organizing this Kent, looking forward to burning this one!
OK all, I got busy this weekend and didn't get a chance to get the cigars packed up and shipped but will have them out by next weekend for sure. Sorry for the delay guys.
If your addy is different than what you have here on Geeks please be sure to let me know.
Critique packages are heading out in tomorrows mail
Just checked tracking an d all packages are scheduled to deliver by end of day Friday.
If anyone does not receive their package by Monday please let me know.
Thanks All.
Mine arrived today! Thanks looking forward to smoking this one down
Got mine today...Looking forward to this....It came with some pretty cool friends...I will make them feel very welcome as well!!! Thank you!
Mine landed today as well, thanks Kent!
Was out of town so am sorry for the delayed notice but the package has arrived.
Thanks!
Friendly Reminder
10 days to fire these up and get your opinions in.
Thanks Fellas
Quote05Venturer - 4/15/2019 11:33 AMFriendly Reminder10 days to fire these up and get your opinions in.Thanks Fellas
Yep, thinking Thursday might be a great day to do this review.
Thanks Kent for the reminder - was going to wait but it's a beautiful night to enjoy a stick so smoked and just submitted review.
:bump: :bump:
5 days to go fellas :thumbsup:
I will be on it within the weekend
:bigthumbs:
I have put fire to the reviewed cigar and the results will be posted later
:bigthumbs:
Anyone who doesn't have their review in you have until Thursday. :-)
Have my notes...shooting to get the review in today!
Review submitted! Thanks for sponsoring this one Kent
:bigthumbs:
Working on it!
Anyone who hasn't gotten the review in they are due tomorrow. :bigthumbs:
Submitted!
Smoked and written, will submit today
OK, entered, thanks Kent for choosing me and letting me try this stick
Looks like everyone has them in. Thanks fellas I hope you enjoyed it (or at least one of the hitchhikers LOL)
Nice to see the Reviews Posted and see others reviews. Pretty close scores and great feedback. Thanks again for letting me participate. Enjoyed it!
Feedback has been left for all reviewers.
Thanks again for participating and for the great reviews. :bigthumbs:
Quote05Venturer - 5/4/2019 7:51 AM Feedback has been left for all reviewers. Thanks again for participating and for the great reviews. :bigthumbs:
Well done, well run