This was my second Cohiba and I think I may have set my expectations a bit high before smoking it, because I was a little disappointed. Compared to the Siglo I it just didn't quite have the sweetness and creaminess in the flavour and the flavour didn't develop into anything much. Still a great smoke but just not quite as dynamic as I had expected - and if you check out the other reviews online it's a very highly regarded cigar.
Cigar summary
Origin: Cuba
Ring gauge: 50
Length: 4 7/8
Manufactured: Hand made
Maturity: 1 month
Construction: Not great, veiny, a bit flackey
Draw: Easy draw with a fruity dry draw
Strength: medium "ish"
Flavour: Espresso, grass and mild spice dominant with hints of cream and sweetness
Burn: Fair
Guy's rating (70-100): 90
General comments:
Off the bat there was a light oiliness and sweetness, coffee, cream, peppery spice were all present. These flavours became slightly richer after the first third but really didn't move anywhere. At this pointed I would have easily swapped it for an HDM Ep2. After the first half possibly some earthy tones coming through but nothing significant. Flavour wise it may be a good cigar to occupy you while you do something else like cut the lawn or watch the game with a few beers because it's not really complex and doesn't require attention to appreciate the smoke, but then again you could have something half the price and smoke a Punch Coronation or something like that instead. I think this one is probably worth another go - purely based on it's reputation, so I'll buy 3 for the Humidor and see how they go. But for the price - sorry this just didn't cut it!
No comments:
Post a Comment