Image by Duckie. Otto Schmalzler Maker: Toque Country of origin: Isle of Man Aroma Length: ~20m Grind: mildly coarse Nose Comfort: 6/10 Aroma rating: 7/10 Moisture: Moist Color: Black Notes: Citrus, Leather Drip Levels: 7/10 (pretty drippy.) My Rating: 7.5/10 This tasty morsel from Toque's “Otto” line is a Germanic style Schmalzler. It had a… Continue reading Toque Snuff Review: Aroma, Grind, and Ratings
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
Maker: Mac BarenLine: 4th generationName: Evening FlakeTobaccos: Golden Virginians, with some Perique.Cut: flakeTaste: 6/10Strength: 4/10Room note: 6/10 (Pleasant for those who like smokiness.) Now this is a relaxing smoke. Evening Flake is a blend By Erik Stokkebye. This tobacco beautifully illustrates that he knows his stuff! Fine tobaccos are used. They are heat-pressed for a… Continue reading Discover Evening Flake: Perfect Tobacco for Nighttime
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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