Very dependable. Smooth creamy chocolate and leather. Burn draw and construction have been consistent over many cigars. Definitely a reasonably priced daily smoke
TL;DR - toasted wood, light cocoa and a rich smoke. Outstanding. 👍 Aged 9 mos ⏳️ Pre-light deep, rich tobacco and barnyard. Dry-boxed. Goldilocks draw. Beautiful construction. Light-up is toasted wood, cocoa, and spice to the gums; steadily continuing into the first third. Wavy burn-line comes and goes. Transition to second third maintains profile. Very smooth with light almond making appearances. Finishing up, this was everything I hoped it would be for a 96 rated Cigar of the Year winner (2019).
Great flavor. Strong chocolate flavor creamy and smooth. Draw is a bit airy and cigar is loosely packed. This caused it to smoke rather quickly but not overly hot and burn was decent. Nice treat for a mid day smoke on a 70 spring day in Michigan
TL;DR - recommended, though not unique enough to be my cup of tea. 👎
5 mos aged ⏳️
Prelight is an agreeable apricot. 😋 Construction great. Draw a little tight; opens up over the course of the smoke. Light-up is easy. First third Cedar. There is a chemical-like undertone that carries through almost the entirety of the smoke. It's not terrible but it is the core flavor of the smoke. Not my preference.
Second third hazelnut mixes in.
This is a medium strength cigar with dark flavor impressions.
I think this would pair well with a root-beer, Coke or a whiskey... or a whiskey-Coke! I don't think wine, beer or coffee would pair well.
Aged 4mo. Burn a little uneven, draw great. Bold rich and smooth. Flavors of chocolate, espresso, pepper and earth. Great pairing with a mild black coffee.