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Dominican Delight or Dismay? Victor Sinclair Primeros Evaluation

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Photograph by Madison Hahn Brand: Victor SinclairCountry Origin: Dominican RepublicStrength: MildShape: ChurchillSize: 7x50Burn time: ~40mWrapper: Connecticut Filler: Dominican Binder: DominicanTaste Rating: 4/10Smell Rating: 5/10Burn rating: 8/10Overall rating: 4.5/10 If “you had me at the first half” was a cigar, it would be this one. This was part of the selections included from Cigars International’s Po’ Boy Sampler.… Continue reading Dominican Delight or Dismay? Victor Sinclair Primeros Evaluation

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Marsh Wheeling Cigar Review: A Dominican Disappointment

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Image captured by Madison Hahn. Brand: Marsh WheelingCountry of Origin: Dominican RepublicManufacturer: Topper CigarsShape: PanatelaSize: 7x34Burn time: 15-20mWrapper: Connecticut Broad LeafFiller: DominicanBinder: VaryingTaste Rating: 6.5Smell Rating: 7Burn rating: 8 Overall Score: 6.75 Sat down at my favorite fire pit with this long, thin cigar (or stogie when going with the traditional word). Had a first… Continue reading Marsh Wheeling Cigar Review: A Dominican Disappointment

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A Girl with No Name Cigar Review: Perfect After Dinner Smoke

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Photograph used with the kind permission of Ali at Diebel's. Brand: Drew EstateCountry Origin: NicaraguaStrength: MediumShape: LonsdaleSize: 7x44Burn time: ~30mWrapper: MaduroFiller: N/ABinder: N/ATaste Rating: 10/10Smell Rating: 9/10Burn rating: 10/10P Nub Club: yesOverall Score: 9.5/10 In talking with one of my mentors about cigars, We were standing in the humidor at my preferred local B&M. A… Continue reading A Girl with No Name Cigar Review: Perfect After Dinner Smoke

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East Coast Rollers Churchill: A Detailed Tasting Experience

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Manufacturer: East Coast Rollers (Exclusive to Famous Smoke Shop) Country of Origin: Honduras Format: Churchill (7 x 50) Wrapper: Habano Binder: Unknown Filler: Unknown Strength: Medium Burn Time: 45 minutes – 1 hour Rating: 7/10 First Impressions: This one’s part of a budget-friendly line from East Coast Rollers. It’s easy on the wallet. It definitely… Continue reading East Coast Rollers Churchill: A Detailed Tasting Experience