My Cigar Journey

[Jimmie the Mum]

This is a good episode to listen to regarding the above:

Podcast: Is It Me or the Cigar?

This week, we talk about the top 10 problems that consumers have with cigars. Are the problems caused by the consumer or are they manufacturing issues?
The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.


https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-8cgg8-1409788

[nayslayer]

5 month rest 

This cigar was not impressive, but not terrible eather. That was till the wrapper started to crack.

spring and fall difficult for delicate wrappers...like myself

[Mavric]

2 month rest V-Cut




I was in love with the first half of this cigar. But was enjoyable for the 3/4 of the cigar. After that it seemed to start to loss flavor. Had a nice peppery bite to it and alot of strong flavors. Very even burn draw was medium and the construction was a little odd to me. The way they finished the top of the cigar and capped it was different then I have seen before. Will definitely be looking at getting more of these. But would like to try it in a different violet.

[Mavric]

3 month rest V-Cut




The first half was nothing to write home about. Wasnt bad but meh, there was about 2 inches of this cigar I loved. After that I started to get the same off flavors like I was getting from the other Alec Bradley cigars. Unfortunately I had to toss it shortly after the last picture. Construction was good draw was medium the cigar felt firm to the touch when squeezed between two fingers.

[Mavric]

3 month rest V-Cut





Got to watch the last step on this one wow. Loved this cigar peppery, nice tingle in the mouth and a bite to go with it. When taking the band off it did mess the wrapper up some. As you can see in picture number 4. Full bodied medium strength well till the last 2 inches anyway. Wow was I not expecting they kick in the face. It went from medium strength to off the charts. I will have to order more soon as another one of there warehouse burnt down the other day.

[Jimmie the Mum]

Yes, that's a very fine smoke. Thanks for sharing.

[Tonto]

Another nice review & pics.

Love that cigar.

[Mavric]

Diesel Unholy Cocktail (Torpedo) (Belicoso) 5"x56



 Cigar was gifted to me, so unsure of rest time. 

This cigar was straight cut about half an inch from the tip.



This cigar was very enjoyable and well constructed. The draw was medium with a woody taste. It was a strong full bodied cigar all the way though and burned great. Taste up front was woody almost oak falling off into a rosted flavor. The smoke felt full in the mouth and had a peppery smell on retro. Ash was consistent, firm and held on for a good while. 

Over all I would like to try this in a Corona or maybe Lancero to see the change. This cigar for me would be great with a whiskey or 2.

[Jimmie the Mum]

The Diesel brings back a few memories. Nice review.

[nayslayer]

yeah, diesel was a very popular cigar that i loved for dough. I may have to pick some up again.