July Member Sponsored Geek Critique (Last Two Weeks)

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06/03/2015 02:01 PM Last Edit: 06/04/2015 08:19 AM by junglepete
This Geek Critique has been generously sponsored by bmac7754 (Brian).

The Cigar: Pinar del Rio Liga Especial Reserva Superior Salomon (6x66)

The Hype: The Pinar Del Rio Liga Especial Reserva Superior is one of the latest blends in Abe Flores's expanding cigar portfolio. Released at the IPCPR in 2011, this all Ligero blend is somewhat limited with only around 600 boxes being produced. The Reserva Superior has an oily, dark Dominican Habano wrapper, Brazilian and Nicaraguan binders, and an all-ligero mix of filler tobaccos from Estelí, Jalapa, and the Dominican Republic.

The Liga Especial Reserva Superior is finished with a closed foot. This medium to full-bodied creation from PDR has bold, rich flavors of cocoa and espresso sweetness with a nice dose of peppery spice. The cigar's dynamic profile also shows off a bit of leathery, creamy flavor with a very long and satisfying finish. Overall, the PDR Liga Especial Reserva Superior is a solid blend by Pinar Del Rio and possibly one of their strongest. Despite the cigar's strength, the blend is very complex and smooth at the same time. If you like rich, creamy cigars with some body on them, I would definitely recommend this stogie.

The Reviewers:

1. Nirab (Brian)
2. 05Venturer (Kent)
3. danb6177 (Dan)
4. bighohn20081983 (John)
5. MacMac (Joe)

Due Date: July 10, 2015

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 new initiative in place.

Thanks again to Brian for taking this one on and providing the cigar. THANKS!! And happy smokin'  :smoker:
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05Venturer

#1
06/03/2015 02:13 PM
REALLY looking forward to this cigar!!!!!
Thanks :meansmoke:
Kent
 Guru of Cynicism & Cigars

"Pump the brakes; you take your shirt off but leave your sunglasses on?" "What sort of backwards !@#$ing pageantry is that?" "You going to fight with those shades or play pokerstars.com?"

danb6177

#2
06/03/2015 02:25 PM
sorry for asking alot of questions. What does one have to do to be a reviewer on this site?
I used to sit outside all night and drink bud lite and smoke Marlboros and everyone thought I was a bum. Now I sit outside all night and drink craft beers and smoke cigars and everyone thinks I have class.
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junglepete

#3
06/03/2015 02:34 PM
Just ask here in the thread, but read the following link first:

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=articles;sa=view;article=42

 :-)
Guru of Frugality

"It is your decisions, not your conditions that shape your life."  ~Tony Robbins~

nirab

#4
06/03/2015 02:35 PM
Quote05Venturer - 6/3/2015  4:13 PM

REALLY looking forward to this cigar!!!!!
Thanks :meansmoke:

ME TOO!!!!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs: Wish list stick!!!!
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danb6177

#5
06/03/2015 02:50 PM
I would gladly do it. But let's see if some people who have been here longer want in first. Like above this may be on others wish lists.
I used to sit outside all night and drink bud lite and smoke Marlboros and everyone thought I was a bum. Now I sit outside all night and drink craft beers and smoke cigars and everyone thinks I have class.
-----
Money cant buy happiness but it CAN buy cigars

bigjohn20081983

#6
06/03/2015 02:50 PM
Can someone please post a link to the guidelines used when doing a review I know there is a format used and a points system for the cigars I just can't find it off hand. It might help someone on the fence about ding a review know whats being looked for and help them decide to jump in or not. Just a thought.
You should hurry up and acquire the cigar habit. It's one of the major happiness's. And so much more lasting than love, so much less costly in emotional wear and tear.
Aldous Huxley

Maybe it's like becoming one with the cigar. You lose yourself in it; everything fades away: your worries, your problems, your thoughts. They fade into the smoke, and the cigar and you are at peace.

Raul Julia

I'D rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6
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CrazyK

#7
06/03/2015 02:59 PM
I'll throw my name in the hat to do a review! It's been a while. Thanks!
CrazyK
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nirab

#8
06/03/2015 03:00 PM
Quotebigjohn20081983 - 6/3/2015  4:50 PM

Can someone please post a link to the guidelines used when doing a review I know there is a format used and a points system for the cigars I just can't find it off hand. It might help someone on the fence about ding a review know whats being looked for and help them decide to jump in or not. Just a thought.

There is a format used when reviewing, but really, the gist of it is this...smoke it, tell us what ya thought of it...BAM!  :biggrin:  :shy:
The Punk Rock Guru of Meditation and Lending a Hand

DON'T believe EVERYTING you THINK...
it's COOL to Be a GEEK!

''Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.''-Roberto Clemente

"When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That is my religion." - Abraham Lincoln

"It is possible to live happily in the here and now. So many conditions of happiness are available - more than enough for you to be happy right now." -

Thich Nhat Hanh

"There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments, and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance - that principle is contempt prior to investigation."

The Cigar Vault
512-361-3289
in Beeuudaful Buda, Texas!

 

                                                               


bigjohn20081983

#9
06/03/2015 03:14 PM
I have never done one of these but I will give it a shot if you need to fill a spot. I promise to try and not FUBAR the review to bad. If a more seasoned geek would like to do it please feel free to bump me for them so the best reviewers possible get chosen.
You should hurry up and acquire the cigar habit. It's one of the major happiness's. And so much more lasting than love, so much less costly in emotional wear and tear.
Aldous Huxley

Maybe it's like becoming one with the cigar. You lose yourself in it; everything fades away: your worries, your problems, your thoughts. They fade into the smoke, and the cigar and you are at peace.

Raul Julia

I'D rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6
http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=bigjohn20081983

ntanner

#10
06/03/2015 03:36 PM
Looking forward to the reviews on this one.
I am not concerned about what you think as I can tell you don't do it often.

I used to be a people person, but then people ruined that for me.

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Cfickter

#11
06/03/2015 04:16 PM Last Edit: 06/03/2015 04:17 PM by Cfickter
Brian, i would be up for this one if you end up needing some one at the end
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Cigary

#12
06/03/2015 06:30 PM
If available I'd love to try this one.

jharrisx5

#13
06/03/2015 07:59 PM
I'm down!  Loved to try it
Puff Puff Give....

MacMac

#14
06/03/2015 11:35 PM
I'd like to review the cigar, but I've not done an "official" review before.
Joe aka MacMac to 9 Grandkids

Ken Kelley

#15
06/04/2015 05:14 AM
QuoteMacMac - 6/3/2015  2:35 PM

I'd like to review the cigar, but I've not done an "official" review before.


Gotta start with the first one! All of us who have been doing the reviews did the same thing. Jump in!  :biggrin:
Guru of Benign Curmudgeonliness, Imperfect Patience, and Reluctant Toleration.


MacMac

#16
06/04/2015 07:05 AM
QuoteKen Kelley - 6/4/2015  8:14 AM

QuoteMacMac - 6/3/2015  2:35 PM

I'd like to review the cigar, but I've not done an "official" review before.


Gotta start with the first one! All of us who have been doing the reviews did the same thing. Jump in!  :biggrin:

I'm in!!  :dancing:
Joe aka MacMac to 9 Grandkids

junglepete

#17
06/04/2015 08:15 AM Last Edit: 06/04/2015 08:17 AM by junglepete
We have decided to go with the three members who have never done a Geek Critique:

danb6177
bighohn20081983
MacMac

Please read the following link and happy smokin':

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=articles;sa=view;article=42
Guru of Frugality

"It is your decisions, not your conditions that shape your life."  ~Tony Robbins~

MacMac

#18
06/04/2015 09:03 AM
Alright!! I am PUMPED!  :rocker:
Joe aka MacMac to 9 Grandkids

bmac7754

#19
06/04/2015 09:44 AM
Thanks Pete, I will get the 4 packages out probably Monday.  Nirab you have yours already, well rested I'm sure.
"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog." - Mark Twain



mpurtle01

#20
06/04/2015 10:26 AM
That one looks awesome

bmac7754

#21
06/04/2015 10:27 AM

To help the first timers, when you are ready to write your review go to this link and it will direct you to the input screen. http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?topic=29819.0

Also when clicking submit cigar, at the top there is a PDF download you can print to do your notes before you write it up.

 Have fun guys, there are no right or wrong reviews.  Your opinions are yours, and we all have different taste. 

"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog." - Mark Twain



nirab

#22
06/04/2015 11:00 AM
Quotebmac7754 - 6/4/2015  11:44 AM

Thanks Pete, I will get the 4 packages out probably Monday.  Nirab you have yours already, well rested I'm sure.

Dude, I've been eagerly anticipating this one! It is well rested, and ready to smoke! Thanks again for including me, you rock my friend!  :biggrin:  :bigthumbs:
The Punk Rock Guru of Meditation and Lending a Hand

DON'T believe EVERYTING you THINK...
it's COOL to Be a GEEK!

''Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.''-Roberto Clemente

"When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That is my religion." - Abraham Lincoln

"It is possible to live happily in the here and now. So many conditions of happiness are available - more than enough for you to be happy right now." -

Thich Nhat Hanh

"There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments, and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance - that principle is contempt prior to investigation."

The Cigar Vault
512-361-3289
in Beeuudaful Buda, Texas!

 

                                                               


bmac7754

#23
06/04/2015 11:43 AM
By the way, these come dressed in a coffin.  Pretty cool looking.
"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog." - Mark Twain



bigjohn20081983

#24
06/04/2015 12:13 PM Last Edit: 06/04/2015 12:14 PM by bigjohn20081983
Very cool looking cigar for sure and nice packaging. I will keep an eye on the mail box next week.  Thank You for sponsoring this one Brian
You should hurry up and acquire the cigar habit. It's one of the major happiness's. And so much more lasting than love, so much less costly in emotional wear and tear.
Aldous Huxley

Maybe it's like becoming one with the cigar. You lose yourself in it; everything fades away: your worries, your problems, your thoughts. They fade into the smoke, and the cigar and you are at peace.

Raul Julia

I'D rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6
http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=bigjohn20081983

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