This Geek Critique has been generously sponsored by 05Venturer (Kent).
The Cigar: Drew Estate Blackened M81 Corona
The Specs:
Wrapper: Mexico
Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf
Filler: Nicaragua, PA Broadleaf
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Strength: Medium-Full
Size: 5" x 43 (Petit Corona)
Shipping: Lower 48 US addresses only
Due Date: April 25, 2024
The Hype:
Blackened M81 Cigars by Drew Estate are the product of three passionate smokers combining forces creating a specialized and memorable blend. What makes Blackened so special is that every leaf in it is a Maduro. From filler to wrapper, it's Maduro all the way down!
Blackened M81 creation began with a friendship. That between James Hetfield, lead singer of Metallica, and Rob Dietrich, the master distiller behind BLACKENED American Whiskey. The two often smoke cigars together and discussed what they'd like to see in a good smoke. Turning to Jonathan Drew, the trio began to develop Blackened M81. Using impressively bold Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro tobacco for its filler. Held together by a livewire Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf Maduro binder. It's finished with an oily and decadent Mexican San Andres Maduro wrapper. Ideal for those with bold palates.
The Reviewers:
Initially, volunteers should be Veteran status or higher and not doing the April critique, but all will be considered. If you are interested, please indicate so in the forum below and Kent will make the final selection:
1. Ntanner
2. Nirab
3. Ninfiction
4. McBryde
5. arrow34
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 providing the cigar. And thank you to the reviewers.
