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3/21/2024 13:51:04Jessica Stogie Sister)148592.5"Slightly bumpy but tight and invisible seams on this light caramel colored perfecto." -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)90"Pre-light aroma reminds me of cream and fall leaves. " -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)90MildLight-Medium"The first flavor note that hits me is caramel latte followed by wood, with a cream and nut retrohale. This is a very smooth cigar." -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)90MildLight-Medium"Second third greets me with more cream, slight nougat sweetness, and hay. The retrohale brings a hint of baking spices to the finish." -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)90MildLight-Medium"The final third profile is cream, hay, hint of cedar and a white wine brightness. Retrohale accentuating the notes already present. " -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)100"Perfect draw for me, which is always surprising with this style of vitola. " -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)95"Only one touch up was needed, otherwise the cigar burned with only a slight wave to the line." -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)97.5"With such a great presentation and burn, can't find much wrong with the construction." -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)92.5"This is a lighter cigar which you can smoke in the mornings or before meals and not have it taint your following cigar or meal. It's a light cigar but manages to not be bitter. For me the flavor profile was nuanced and could be easily missed if not paying attention." -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)7500000010000
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4/6/2024 11:06:32Kevin J. maninblack77)148590"Other than the short perfecto vitola, there isn't much else that draws your eye to this cigar. It has a dirty blonde look to it with a fair amount of oil on the wrapper. It also has some fairly prominent veins throughout. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)85"I'm not getting much of an aroma from this cigar, just alot of dry hay and tobacco. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)87.5Mild-MediumLight-Medium"The wind is really howling today so I hope this doesn't affect the cigar too much as far as combustion goes. The first third was fairly linear and one dimensional with alot of white pepper notes and salt with dry grass or hay notes. Very mild in flavor and body. A pretty bland start. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)87.5Mild-MediumLight-Medium"The second third doesn't bring forth any big changes in flavors or complexity. I'm still mainly getting notes of white pepper, salt, dry hay and a slight lemon zest flavor here and there. On the bright side the burn and draw are pretty solid. Other than that there isn't much going on with this cigar that peaks my interest. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)85Mild-MediumLight-Medium"I was hoping the final third would help save this cigar. Maybe with some new flavors or a pick up in strength. It was not to be. The same white pepper, salt and dry hay flavors persisted to the end. A fairly quick smoke and I'm thankful for that. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)92.5"A very solid draw. No real complaints there. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)92.5"Solid burn line, wavy at times but easily corrected. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)87.5"While the burn and draw were solid, this cigar didn't impress me much as far as the blend goes. Something was missing as far as the tobaccos used. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)85"As I stated earlier this was a one dimensional cigar that just didn't click with my palate. The cigars were meh at best and just didn't mesh well in my opinion. I'm glad this was a smaller vitola or it would have been hard for me to keep going with the review. Even for a mild cigar, I wouldn't recommend this. There are far better mild to medium bodied cigars out there. A very pedestrian cigar. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)4500010000010
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4/14/2024 22:11:41Estevan Z. TheRealBanzi)148592.5"This short double perfecto has an extended nipple at the foot and comes to a rounded point at the cap. The wrapper is silky smooth with an even color. There is a light box press to it. It is rolled tightly with nearly invisible seams. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)95"The body of the cigar has a wonderful salted caramel note. It is very pleasant. Since the foot of the cigar is so small, the aromas are very similar to the body. The cold draw has a syrupy characteristic to it and is very sweet. It is a very appealing start to this cigar. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)92.5Mild-MediumLight-Medium"After toasting and lighting this cigar there is a strong nutty profile with a delicate spice finish. Pushing some smoke out my sinuses there is a wonderful floral note with a slight chalky characteristic. The mouthfeel is light and the finish is medium to medium-long in length " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)92.5MediumMedium"The flavor profile has remained very nutty but has added a chocolate note. This is very complementary. The delicate spice has stuck around. The retrohale has started unchanged. The mouthfeel and finish have ticked up a full notch. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)92.5MediumMedium"The final third has no noticeable shifts, the profile entrenches itself. Nutty, chocolate, and spice are all found in equal parts. The retrohale is still floral forward with the addition of light spice. The mouthfeel and finish end up taking one more step forward before I set it down. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)92.5"The draw was tight to start but as soon as the burn reached the fat part of cigar it opened up wonderfully. Each puff was cool and flavorful. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)95"The burn on the cigar was exceptional. The burn like was thin and even and all of the tobacco burned evenly. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)95"The construction was phenomenal. The bunch and roll was amazing. You can tell that it was expertly done. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)95"This cigar checks all the boxes for what a flavorful cigar should be. This bad boy burned slow and made me stop and pay attention to every puff. I would highly recommend it to anyone that values flavor over strength. I will seek it out when I find out what it is. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)5510100000101
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4/19/2024 11:07:06Diana ArmyRN)148590"This is a nice small figurado with a golden brown wrapper. It has a very nice oily sheen and is fairly smooth even though veins can be seen in the body. This reminds me of a cigar I might get in Cuba or in some of the old world countries. The foot of the cigar, with a smaller opening at the foot, is nicely done with the opening being symmetrical and smooth." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)87.5"The smaller open foot does not present a lot of aromas, but there is a hint of honey along with graham cracker that is apparent on the dry draw. There is nothing unpleasant about the cigar during the pre-smoke and I'm excited to see what this little beauty has in store." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)90Mild-MediumLight-Medium"I am surprised by the amount of smoke this cigar produces right out of the gate. It has a sweet honey mixed with coffee and some baking spices. It is actually very buttery. This is a very light cigar for me, but there is enough going on to keep me liking it. The retrohale is extremely smooth and I am enjoying the cedar, coffee, and butter." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)87.5Mild-MediumLight-Medium"The coffee notes have receded and there is more honey mixed with graham cracker and cedar. However, retro brings the coffee notes out and I find myself doing this quite often during this second third. It would be a little less enjoyable without that experience." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)87.5Mild-MediumLight-Medium"This last third did get a little more intense and a little bit more sweetness was noted with the graham cracker notes. A bit more sweet honey perhaps, although it went in and out of the honey and a soft powdered sugar or dough. The retro remains smooth with some coffee still lingering." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)90"No problems with the draw. Lots of smoke with this little cigar, but the draw was consistent and not too loose. " -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)90"I didn't need to relight this cigar and it burned fairly straight throughout the whole smoking experience. The ash was a medium gray with darker areas and held surprisingly well. Burn line was crisp and needed no touch--ups." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)90"Nicely constructed and it remained intact throughout the time I smoked it. The smaller open foot burned symmetrically, which also has to do with the person lighting the cigar, and it never got grossly uneven in its burn. No lifts, tears or cracks in the wrapper and the cap held up." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)90"This was a delightful smoke for me. Though a bit light in body and complexity for my normal smoking routines, it held enough pleasant flavor notes that I thoroughly enjoyed it. Perfect size for this type of smoke. I would definitely choose this cigar for a pairing with my coffee at any time. Not an everyday smoke for me, but definitely a box to keep around for those quicker coffee breaks. " -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)5000000100000
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4/28/2024 19:36:31Noah S. Noah)148592.5"A light-medium brown wrapper cloaks this perfecto and offers the perfect backdrop to a fair amount of mottling, a slight tooth and a highly visible oil sheen. Although this is a bumpy cigar, its wrapper is silky smooth to the touch and I can tell that the leaf is fairly thin. A web of thin delicate veins are almost indistinguishable from the seams of the wrapper, the only give away being the pattern of the roll. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)92.5"Although the aroma of the wrapper doesn't reveal much, what I do pick up on is soft and sweet with a touch of supple leather. A foot with such a small footprint doesn't give up much either and I'm kept in suspense as to what's to come. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)92.5Mild-MediumLight-Medium"A very tight draw is proving to be a nuisance early on and a touchup was needed to correct a wonky burn that developed almost immediately. With some extra effort and a really big tug I'm able to summon enough smoke to reveal a soft and simple lineup of flavors. Woody and sweet seems to be the theme here. Cedar and cinnamon stand out as the dominant flavors. Cardamom creeps in from the background to offer a touch of complexity with its mix of citrus sweetness, minty spice and subtle warmth. The finish is fairly short but undeniably savory with notes that are slightly nutty and a saltiness that develops on the lips. Most notable is the retro that tingles the nostrils just a bit but is mostly sweet as it introduces a delightful rush of milk chocolate. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)95MediumLight-Medium"I'm ultra thankful for a sturdy wrapper as chomping on the cap continuously has helped to open up the draw a little bit. Although its still a few notches tighter than I prefer, I'm now getting a lot more smoke and with it a lot more flavor. Cedar, cinnamon and cardamom still dominate upfront but are now joined by the milk chocolate which is no longer reserved to just the retro even though that is where I taste it the most. The finish is a little longer now, less nutty but still just as savory, more akin to a fresh baked wheat bread. Strength takes a step up as the second third draws to a close. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)95MediumLight-Medium"In a lot of ways this smoke is finishing just like it started with the exception of a few slight transitions and this cigar has been dead consistent. Milk chocolate replaces the cinnamon upfront, meanwhile the cedar and cardamom remain the dominant flavors. The finish remains savory with notes of fresh wheat bread while the retro still features a ton of milk chocolate. The only other notable change has been the draw which thankfully has continued to loosen up providing mouthfuls of rich smooth smoke and pronounced flavors with each and every puff. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)85"A tight draw from the light through the first third was certainly a nuisance as it hindered smoke output and undoubtedly muted the flavor profiles as a result. Thankfully the wrapper was sturdy and I was able to chomp on the cap enough to eventually loosen things up a bit which drastically improved the smoking experience. I can only imagine how much better the first third could have been had the draw been more on point." -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)92.5"A couple of touchups were needed to correct a burn that had a tendency to wander from time to time but otherwise this stick performed very well. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)95"All in all, this cigar was rolled very well with a lengthy double cap sitting up top. The firmness of the roll is consistent and just right while the edges of the seams are both flat and tight. A bit of wrinkling of the wrapper right at the foot is the only blemish I see. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)95"I just love a good perfecto! Not only do they feel right in my hand, they look dapper and honestly remind me of the cigars you would see in classic cartoons. They also happen to be my favorite vitola so when I reached in the humidor and pulled this one out I was more than excited! Thankfully the experience lived up to my expectations. Aside from a couple of touchups needed to correct a wonky burn, my biggest gripe by far was the tight draw that hindered smoke output and muted the flavors throughout the first third. Thankfully a little chomping on the cap loosened everything up and the final two thirds of this smoke was absolutely superb! Not only were the flavors right in my wheel house, they were well balanced and perfectly complex while the smoke itself was nothing but smooth from start to finish. I can only imagine that a better draw would have improved the first third experience and would make an already great cigar just that much better. I can't wait to test this assumption and will undoubtedly be seeking out this stick once it is revealed. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)8001001001000
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Real Average91.5090.0090.503.103.5090.503.903.9090.003.903.9092.0093.0093.0091.5061.00
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Standard Deviation1.373.952.090.890.003.261.670.893.951.670.895.422.094.114.1815.57
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Lower89.7985.0687.891.983.5086.431.812.7885.061.812.7885.2390.3987.8786.2741.53
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Kevin J. 90FALSEFALSE3.53.587.53.53.5FALSE3.53.592.592.5FALSEFALSE45
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Overall Strength4.17
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<h3>Initial Impressions</h3>Statesman Cigar Co The Statesman - Blind Cigar Review
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<h4>Appearance:<strong>92</strong></h4><h3>Cigar Info</h3>
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<h3 style="text-align: center;">Vital Stats:</h3>
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"This short double perfecto has an extended nipple at the foot and comes to a rounded point at the cap. The wrapper is silky smooth with an even color. There is a light box press to it. It is rolled tightly with nearly invisible seams. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)<p style="text-align: center;font-size: 130%; line-height: 140%;">Vitola: <strong>Figurado</strong>
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<h4>Aroma:<strong>90</strong></h4>Length:<strong>5 3/8"</strong>
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"Although the aroma of the wrapper doesn't reveal much, what I do pick up on is soft and sweet with a touch of supple leather. A foot with such a small footprint doesn't give up much either and I'm kept in suspense as to what's to come. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)Ring Gauge:<strong>52</strong>
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<h3>First Third</h3>Country of Origin:<strong>Nicaragua</strong>
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<h4>Flavor:<strong>91</strong>Wrapper:<strong>Undisclosed</strong>
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Strength:<strong>Mild-Medium</strong>Binder:<strong>Undisclosed</strong>
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Body/Complexity:<strong>Light-Medium</strong></h4>Filler:<strong>Undisclosed</strong>
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"After toasting and lighting this cigar there is a strong nutty profile with a delicate spice finish. Pushing some smoke out my sinuses there is a wonderful floral note with a slight chalky characteristic. The mouthfeel is light and the finish is medium to medium-long in length " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)Factory:<strong>Undisclosed</strong>
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Blender:<strong>Undisclosed</strong>
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"The wind is really howling today so I hope this doesn't affect the cigar too much as far as combustion goes. The first third was fairly linear and one dimensional with alot of white pepper notes and salt with dry grass or hay notes. Very mild in flavor and body. A pretty bland start. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)Number of reviewers: <strong>5</strong>- <strong>Jessica </strong>(Stogie Sister)<strong>Kevin J. </strong>(maninblack77)<strong>Estevan Z. </strong>(TheRealBanzi)<strong>Diana </strong>(ArmyRN)<strong>Noah S. </strong>(Noah)#VALUE!#VALUE!#VALUE!#VALUE!#VALUE!
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<h3>Second Third</h3>Price:<strong>$11.00</strong>
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<h4>Flavor:<strong>89</strong>Age:<strong>4 Months</strong>
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Strength:<strong>Medium</strong>Release Date:<strong>2023</strong>
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Body/Complexity:<strong>Light-Medium</strong></h4>Contributed by:<strong>Statesman Cigar co. </strong></p>
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"I'm ultra thankful for a sturdy wrapper as chomping on the cap continuously has helped to open up the draw a little bit. Although its still a few notches tighter than I prefer, I'm now getting a lot more smoke and with it a lot more flavor. Cedar, cinnamon and cardamom still dominate upfront but are now joined by the milk chocolate which is no longer reserved to just the retro even though that is where I taste it the most. The finish is a little longer now, less nutty but still just as savory, more akin to a fresh baked wheat bread. Strength takes a step up as the second third draws to a close. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)
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"The coffee notes have receded and there is more honey mixed with graham cracker and cedar. However, retro brings the coffee notes out and I find myself doing this quite often during this second third. It would be a little less enjoyable without that experience." -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)
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<h3>Final Third</h3>
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<h4>Flavor:<strong>90</strong>
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Strength:<strong>Medium</strong>
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Body/Complexity:<strong>Light-Medium</strong></h4>
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"The final third profile is cream, hay, hint of cedar and a white wine brightness. Retrohale accentuating the notes already present. " -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)
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"In a lot of ways this smoke is finishing just like it started with the exception of a few slight transitions and this cigar has been dead consistent. Milk chocolate replaces the cinnamon upfront, meanwhile the cedar and cardamom remain the dominant flavors. The finish remains savory with notes of fresh wheat bread while the retro still features a ton of milk chocolate. The only other notable change has been the draw which thankfully has continued to loosen up providing mouthfuls of rich smooth smoke and pronounced flavors with each and every puff. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)
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<h3>Overall Impressions<h3>
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<h4>Draw:<strong>92</strong></h4>
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"The draw was tight to start but as soon as the burn reached the fat part of cigar it opened up wonderfully. Each puff was cool and flavorful. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)
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<h4>Burn:<strong>94</strong></h4>
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"Solid burn line, wavy at times but easily corrected. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)
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<h4>Construction:<strong>94</strong></h4>
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"The construction was phenomenal. The bunch and roll was amazing. You can tell that it was expertly done. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)
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<h4>Overall Strength:<strong>Medium</strong>
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Overall Body/Complexity:<strong>Light-Medium</strong>
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Experience Overall:<strong>93</strong></h4>
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"This is a lighter cigar which you can smoke in the mornings or before meals and not have it taint your following cigar or meal. It's a light cigar but manages to not be bitter. For me the flavor profile was nuanced and could be easily missed if not paying attention." -<strong>Jessica </strong> (Stogie Sister)<br />
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"As I stated earlier this was a one dimensional cigar that just didn't click with my palate. The cigars were meh at best and just didn't mesh well in my opinion. I'm glad this was a smaller vitola or it would have been hard for me to keep going with the review. Even for a mild cigar, I wouldn't recommend this. There are far better mild to medium bodied cigars out there. A very pedestrian cigar. " -<strong>Kevin J. </strong> (maninblack77)<br />
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"This cigar checks all the boxes for what a flavorful cigar should be. This bad boy burned slow and made me stop and pay attention to every puff. I would highly recommend it to anyone that values flavor over strength. I will seek it out when I find out what it is. " -<strong>Estevan Z. </strong> (TheRealBanzi)<br />
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"This was a delightful smoke for me. Though a bit light in body and complexity for my normal smoking routines, it held enough pleasant flavor notes that I thoroughly enjoyed it. Perfect size for this type of smoke. I would definitely choose this cigar for a pairing with my coffee at any time. Not an everyday smoke for me, but definitely a box to keep around for those quicker coffee breaks. " -<strong>Diana </strong> (ArmyRN)<br />
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"I just love a good perfecto! Not only do they feel right in my hand, they look dapper and honestly remind me of the cigars you would see in classic cartoons. They also happen to be my favorite vitola so when I reached in the humidor and pulled this one out I was more than excited! Thankfully the experience lived up to my expectations. Aside from a couple of touchups needed to correct a wonky burn, my biggest gripe by far was the tight draw that hindered smoke output and muted the flavors throughout the first third. Thankfully a little chomping on the cap loosened everything up and the final two thirds of this smoke was absolutely superb! Not only were the flavors right in my wheel house, they were well balanced and perfectly complex while the smoke itself was nothing but smooth from start to finish. I can only imagine that a better draw would have improved the first third experience and would make an already great cigar just that much better. I can't wait to test this assumption and will undoubtedly be seeking out this stick once it is revealed. " -<strong>Noah S. </strong> (Noah)
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<h4>Smoking Time (in minutes):<strong>61</strong></h4>
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3/21/2024 13:51:04Jessica (Stogie Sister)1485GreatSlightly bumpy but tight and invisible seams on this light caramel colored perfecto.Very GoodPre-light aroma reminds me of cream and fall leaves. Very GoodMildLight-MediumThe first flavor note that hits me is caramel latte followed by wood, with a cream and nut retrohale. This is a very smooth cigar.Very GoodMildLight-MediumSecond third greets me with more cream, slight nougat sweetness, and hay. The retrohale brings a hint of baking spices to the finish.Very GoodMildLight-MediumThe final third profile is cream, hay, hint of cedar and a white wine brightness. Retrohale accentuating the notes already present. PerfectPerfect draw for me, which is always surprising with this style of vitola. ExcellentOnly one touch up was needed, otherwise the cigar burned with only a slight wave to the line.Close to PerfectWith such a great presentation and burn, can't find much wrong with the construction.GreatThis is a lighter cigar which you can smoke in the mornings or before meals and not have it taint your following cigar or meal. It's a light cigar but manages to not be bitter. For me the flavor profile was nuanced and could be easily missed if not paying attention.75https://drive.google.com/open?id=1zJTBuEQn0ZO_gO_vNMidbBFuwO9ttORE, https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Dr67IbD4-8guXPttObFdmTQAeV6Z6lE5
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4/6/2024 11:06:32Kevin J. (maninblack77)1485Very GoodOther than the short perfecto vitola, there isn't much else that draws your eye to this cigar. It has a dirty blonde look to it with a fair amount of oil on the wrapper. It also has some fairly prominent veins throughout. FairI'm not getting much of an aroma from this cigar, just alot of dry hay and tobacco. GoodMild-MediumLight-MediumThe wind is really howling today so I hope this doesn't affect the cigar too much as far as combustion goes. The first third was fairly linear and one dimensional with alot of white pepper notes and salt with dry grass or hay notes. Very mild in flavor and body. A pretty bland start. GoodMild-MediumLight-MediumThe second third doesn't bring forth any big changes in flavors or complexity. I'm still mainly getting notes of white pepper, salt, dry hay and a slight lemon zest flavor here and there. On the bright side the burn and draw are pretty solid. Other than that there isn't much going on with this cigar that peaks my interest. FairMild-MediumLight-MediumI was hoping the final third would help save this cigar. Maybe with some new flavors or a pick up in strength. It was not to be. The same white pepper, salt and dry hay flavors persisted to the end. A fairly quick smoke and I'm thankful for that. GreatA very solid draw. No real complaints there. GreatSolid burn line, wavy at times but easily corrected. GoodWhile the burn and draw were solid, this cigar didn't impress me much as far as the blend goes. Something was missing as far as the tobaccos used. FairAs I stated earlier this was a one dimensional cigar that just didn't click with my palate. The cigars were meh at best and just didn't mesh well in my opinion. I'm glad this was a smaller vitola or it would have been hard for me to keep going with the review. Even for a mild cigar, I wouldn't recommend this. There are far better mild to medium bodied cigars out there. A very pedestrian cigar. 45
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4/14/2024 22:11:41Estevan Z. (TheRealBanzi)1485GreatThis short double perfecto has an extended nipple at the foot and comes to a rounded point at the cap. The wrapper is silky smooth with an even color. There is a light box press to it. It is rolled tightly with nearly invisible seams. ExcellentThe body of the cigar has a wonderful salted caramel note. It is very pleasant. Since the foot of the cigar is so small, the aromas are very similar to the body. The cold draw has a syrupy characteristic to it and is very sweet. It is a very appealing start to this cigar. GreatMild-MediumLight-MediumAfter toasting and lighting this cigar there is a strong nutty profile with a delicate spice finish. Pushing some smoke out my sinuses there is a wonderful floral note with a slight chalky characteristic. The mouthfeel is light and the finish is medium to medium-long in length GreatMediumMediumThe flavor profile has remained very nutty but has added a chocolate note. This is very complementary. The delicate spice has stuck around. The retrohale has started unchanged. The mouthfeel and finish have ticked up a full notch. GreatMediumMediumThe final third has no noticeable shifts, the profile entrenches itself. Nutty, chocolate, and spice are all found in equal parts. The retrohale is still floral forward with the addition of light spice. The mouthfeel and finish end up taking one more step forward before I set it down. GreatThe draw was tight to start but as soon as the burn reached the fat part of cigar it opened up wonderfully. Each puff was cool and flavorful. ExcellentThe burn on the cigar was exceptional. The burn like was thin and even and all of the tobacco burned evenly. ExcellentThe construction was phenomenal. The bunch and roll was amazing. You can tell that it was expertly done. ExcellentThis cigar checks all the boxes for what a flavorful cigar should be. This bad boy burned slow and made me stop and pay attention to every puff. I would highly recommend it to anyone that values flavor over strength. I will seek it out when I find out what it is. 55https://drive.google.com/open?id=1ge80QjPm6CXIwMPDoAg1PkSo2YNM_Xom, https://drive.google.com/open?id=1v0TxDiLS2g9cyj6wUyHkZuW1QzkWbcVC, https://drive.google.com/open?id=1IhEPKDteNNiyAojOU-zcGlvKisrtA8MF, https://drive.google.com/open?id=1tabgiNvNNeQaiIvrWp170sxP0hAq3y2_, https://drive.google.com/open?id=1QtgXLS-OSWKFdPwbcXwYAUnWBwlhHQRj
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4/19/2024 11:07:06Diana (ArmyRN)1485Very GoodThis is a nice small figurado with a golden brown wrapper. It has a very nice oily sheen and is fairly smooth even though veins can be seen in the body. This reminds me of a cigar I might get in Cuba or in some of the old world countries. The foot of the cigar, with a smaller opening at the foot, is nicely done with the opening being symmetrical and smooth.GoodThe smaller open foot does not present a lot of aromas, but there is a hint of honey along with graham cracker that is apparent on the dry draw. There is nothing unpleasant about the cigar during the pre-smoke and I'm excited to see what this little beauty has in store.Very GoodMild-MediumLight-MediumI am surprised by the amount of smoke this cigar produces right out of the gate. It has a sweet honey mixed with coffee and some baking spices. It is actually very buttery. This is a very light cigar for me, but there is enough going on to keep me liking it. The retrohale is extremely smooth and I am enjoying the cedar, coffee, and butter.GoodMild-MediumLight-MediumThe coffee notes have receded and there is more honey mixed with graham cracker and cedar. However, retro brings the coffee notes out and I find myself doing this quite often during this second third. It would be a little less enjoyable without that experience.GoodMild-MediumLight-MediumThis last third did get a little more intense and a little bit more sweetness was noted with the graham cracker notes. A bit more sweet honey perhaps, although it went in and out of the honey and a soft powdered sugar or dough. The retro remains smooth with some coffee still lingering.Very GoodNo problems with the draw. Lots of smoke with this little cigar, but the draw was consistent and not too loose. Very GoodI didn't need to relight this cigar and it burned fairly straight throughout the whole smoking experience. The ash was a medium gray with darker areas and held surprisingly well. Burn line was crisp and needed no touch--ups.Very GoodNicely constructed and it remained intact throughout the time I smoked it. The smaller open foot burned symmetrically, which also has to do with the person lighting the cigar, and it never got grossly uneven in its burn. No lifts, tears or cracks in the wrapper and the cap held up.Very GoodThis was a delightful smoke for me. Though a bit light in body and complexity for my normal smoking routines, it held enough pleasant flavor notes that I thoroughly enjoyed it. Perfect size for this type of smoke. I would definitely choose this cigar for a pairing with my coffee at any time. Not an everyday smoke for me, but definitely a box to keep around for those quicker coffee breaks. 50
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4/28/2024 19:36:31Noah S. (Noah)1485GreatA light-medium brown wrapper cloaks this perfecto and offers the perfect backdrop to a fair amount of mottling, a slight tooth and a highly visible oil sheen. Although this is a bumpy cigar, its wrapper is silky smooth to the touch and I can tell that the leaf is fairly thin. A web of thin delicate veins are almost indistinguishable from the seams of the wrapper, the only give away being the pattern of the roll. GreatAlthough the aroma of the wrapper doesn't reveal much, what I do pick up on is soft and sweet with a touch of supple leather. A foot with such a small footprint doesn't give up much either and I'm kept in suspense as to what's to come. GreatMild-MediumLight-MediumA very tight draw is proving to be a nuisance early on and a touchup was needed to correct a wonky burn that developed almost immediately. With some extra effort and a really big tug I'm able to summon enough smoke to reveal a soft and simple lineup of flavors. Woody and sweet seems to be the theme here. Cedar and cinnamon stand out as the dominant flavors. Cardamom creeps in from the background to offer a touch of complexity with its mix of citrus sweetness, minty spice and subtle warmth. The finish is fairly short but undeniably savory with notes that are slightly nutty and a saltiness that develops on the lips. Most notable is the retro that tingles the nostrils just a bit but is mostly sweet as it introduces a delightful rush of milk chocolate. ExcellentMediumLight-MediumI'm ultra thankful for a sturdy wrapper as chomping on the cap continuously has helped to open up the draw a little bit. Although its still a few notches tighter than I prefer, I'm now getting a lot more smoke and with it a lot more flavor. Cedar, cinnamon and cardamom still dominate upfront but are now joined by the milk chocolate which is no longer reserved to just the retro even though that is where I taste it the most. The finish is a little longer now, less nutty but still just as savory, more akin to a fresh baked wheat bread. Strength takes a step up as the second third draws to a close. ExcellentMediumLight-MediumIn a lot of ways this smoke is finishing just like it started with the exception of a few slight transitions and this cigar has been dead consistent. Milk chocolate replaces the cinnamon upfront, meanwhile the cedar and cardamom remain the dominant flavors. The finish remains savory with notes of fresh wheat bread while the retro still features a ton of milk chocolate. The only other notable change has been the draw which thankfully has continued to loosen up providing mouthfuls of rich smooth smoke and pronounced flavors with each and every puff. FairA tight draw from the light through the first third was certainly a nuisance as it hindered smoke output and undoubtedly muted the flavor profiles as a result. Thankfully the wrapper was sturdy and I was able to chomp on the cap enough to eventually loosen things up a bit which drastically improved the smoking experience. I can only imagine how much better the first third could have been had the draw been more on point.GreatA couple of touchups were needed to correct a burn that had a tendency to wander from time to time but otherwise this stick performed very well. ExcellentAll in all, this cigar was rolled very well with a lengthy double cap sitting up top. The firmness of the roll is consistent and just right while the edges of the seams are both flat and tight. A bit of wrinkling of the wrapper right at the foot is the only blemish I see. ExcellentI just love a good perfecto! Not only do they feel right in my hand, they look dapper and honestly remind me of the cigars you would see in classic cartoons. They also happen to be my favorite vitola so when I reached in the humidor and pulled this one out I was more than excited! Thankfully the experience lived up to my expectations. Aside from a couple of touchups needed to correct a wonky burn, my biggest gripe by far was the tight draw that hindered smoke output and muted the flavors throughout the first third. Thankfully a little chomping on the cap loosened everything up and the final two thirds of this smoke was absolutely superb! Not only were the flavors right in my wheel house, they were well balanced and perfectly complex while the smoke itself was nothing but smooth from start to finish. I can only imagine that a better draw would have improved the first third experience and would make an already great cigar just that much better. I can't wait to test this assumption and will undoubtedly be seeking out this stick once it is revealed. 80Noah Sanchezhttps://drive.google.com/open?id=1rsf3n11iiJzLDN65EAtFLWO55XYVjQ5U, https://drive.google.com/open?id=1kgEMPDOSMcF-ft9EIAURTUWM0szCKgTg, https://drive.google.com/open?id=1aj8m_kIxObPHpK8dYaNwCZre-7LZ2tip
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