I am sure that many of you know that I am a big fan of Carlos Torano cigars. Since the new Fortress had just come out, I started a thread asking if anyone had tried them.
Instead of sending me a review, Rich (Ratboy) sent me a fiver of these sticks.
Thanks Rich, you are a credit to the BOTL spirit of generosity.
Awesome work Rich!
Nice bomb! :thumbsup:
Way to go! :thumbsup:
Nice bomb Rich! Shows how strong the comradarie can be between members on this site! :-)
That's great ... well played Rich!
Nice bomb!
Nice job Rich!
Great idea for a bomb, Rich! :thumbsup:
Well done Rich :biggrin:
Nice Rich, he sent ol' Bob next door some great sticks too!
This is your week Jason, huh?
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Very nice... :-)
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Very generous Rich. Way to go!! :bigthumbs:
Cool, that is the spirit! :biggrin:
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Nice bomb!!
Nice :thumbsup:
Well done there Rich. I don't think you could have picked a more deserving target. Jason, I'll be expecting a review soon... :biggrin:
Sweet!
Quote87North - 8/11/2010 8:00 PM
Well done there Rich. I don't think you could have picked a more deserving target. Jason, I'll be expecting a review soon... :biggrin:
Only had them 3 days. I always give my cigars at least two weeks to acclimate after their journey.
Seems reasonable to me... :-)
Just over 50 days in the humidor and they looked ready to smoke.
I lit one up today and I must say that it is an excellent smoke, truly worthy of the Carlos Torano name.
Construction is top notch, burn excellent and it is smooth and complex tasting. Review to follow shortly.
Thanks again Rich
Nice gesture rich. :thumbsup:
Out of curiosity has anyone ever tried a Cohiba Behike before? ;-) :biggrin:
Quotemetalhead y cigarguy - 10/1/2010 4:55 PM Nice gesture rich. :thumbsup: Out of curiosity has anyone ever tried a Cohiba Behike before? ;-) :biggrin:
LoL :biggrin:
QuoteJackal - 10/1/2010 11:59 PM
Just over 50 days in the humidor and they looked ready to smoke.
I lit one up today and I must say that it is an excellent smoke, truly worthy of the Carlos Torano name.
Construction is top notch, burn excellent and it is smooth and complex tasting. Review to follow shortly.
Thanks again Rich
I'm glad to hear they're satisfactory. I'll have to check them out.... Like I needed another thing that I wanted to try. :crazy:
Quote87North - 10/2/2010 1:10 PM
I'm glad to hear they're satisfactory. I'll have to check them out.... Like I needed another thing that I wanted to try. :crazy:
The reviews are mixed on this one.
I liked the Fortress, but it's flavor profile is a little "odd" (some would say unique) and while it delivers some interesting flavors throughout, it is not complex. It has to be rested for at least a few months and smoked very slowly. It's also quite pricey for what it is a $3 exclusive with a $4-$5 price -- so if snagged on sale or at auction for $2-$3 a stick it's a lot more attractive to me.
Reading the experiences (reviews) of those who didn't like this stick, all erred on the time issues -- they didn't rest it long enough nor did they smoke it slow enough.