First off I must say thanks again to BlackIrish very cool idea and I am honored to be a part of the first one !! Alright first off this is a beautiful Pyramide about six inches long and a variying ring gauge. Wish I would have saw Tim's post before I lit up, because I should have taken pictures. I believe it was a Maduro wrapper.
Pre Light:
This is one of my favorite category's, as I like to cut my cigar and then spend time rolling it in my hand and inspect its beauty before I light. I have always thought that Padron cigars have a distinct smell. One I compare to maybe pipe tobacco?
Anyways that was exactly my first take on this cigar.
20 of 20 points possible
Light and Burn:
The draw was a little tighter than I like, but was never a problem. I used my Ronson JetLite and she welcomed the flame home. Great smooth even burn that never needed correction. Each Puff welcomed beautiful gray blue smoke that filled my garage nicely
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12 of 15 points possible
Construction:
Earlier I mentioned that I enjoy the pre light category a great deal, well I may like this category the best. I am never ceased to be amazed by how skilled a roller must be. One day I hope to see a live cigar roll.
Anyways back on subject What a well rolled Pyramide I could barely notice the lines from the wrapper leaf over lapping. Cutting was a breeze with my double guillotine cutter.
28 of 30 points possible
Flavor:
As i mentioned this cigar on pre light had a wonderful padron esque smell, well upon the first couple puffs I was not disapointed. Wonderful full flavor explosion right off the bat. Well balanced without being harsh or bitter. Gourmet pepper and hearty tobacco flavors followed by woody flavors YUM !!. This stayed until about an inch in, then pulled a fast one on me and became much more subtle and milder. Earthy Creamy flavors took hold at this point. I was intrigued by the curveball and smiled as I puffed on. I wana do this for a livin !!!! Smoked right to the finger tips. Definatley a great cigar.
30 of 35 points possible
Total Points:
90
Summary:
Wow this is fun
I thought for sure this was a Padron cigar of sorts, but after it mild down I am not so sure.
Regardless an excellent selection Eddie. Loking forward to hearing what it was.
P.S. Maybe from the La Auroa family