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"Horrible, Heavily Dyed Stick"
I love this line in the Sungrown and Cammie w... more
I love this line in the Sungrown and Cammie wrappers, so I was excited when I won a 10 pack at auction. First thing I noticed is that the quality of these where no where near that of the other versions that I enjoy on a regular bases. The wrappers on these where very rough, and had a dull jet black finish that was obviously heavily dyed. Looked like they had been wiped down with charcoal or lamp black. I tried to smoke 4 of these over a period of 3 months, all with the same results. They where so tannic and mouth drying that I couldn?t get past the first inch, even with a full glass of water. Burn was bad and two where loaded with stems. I forced myself to go a couple inches on the last one, and it so scorched my palate that I couldn?t enjoy another smoke the rest of the day. The remaining six went into the trash. I can only hope that I was sent some mislabeled junk by mistake, as I?ve found this line in other wrappers to be top notch. less
David in North Carolina Mountains November 5, 2009
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"Great cigar"
Gotta love these maduros........+1 on the fla... more
Gotta love these maduros........+1 on the flavor profile being just like the old "O's". Have had the Torpedo.....hoping that the Churchill is the same. less
SmokinDave in Rochester, MN September 10, 2009
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"Very Good"
This was a nice suprise. It had a nice mocha... more
This was a nice suprise. It had a nice mocha flavor and drew well. I will buy these again less
Pat in Buffalo Minnesota August 14, 2009
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"Tastes good like chocolate"
It remindes me of rocky patel's factory selec... more
It remindes me of rocky patel's factory selects maduro. smokes good right out of the mailbox, will let sit in humi for a week or two. should age nice. good value, though! less
brent in kirkland, wa August 12, 2009
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"Great cigar!!!!"
Great cigar for the money....they taste just ... more
Great cigar for the money....they taste just like Oliva O maduros. less
Bluespicker in MN July 12, 2009
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"Good taste, horrible construction"
I have to disagree with the majority here, at... more
I have to disagree with the majority here, at least regarding the construction. I do agree the taste, even the aroma, are surprisingly good for a bargain bundle. But the maduro wrappers are dry, flaky and awful. These are the only cigars I've ever had literally fall apart when I pick them up. Most are better than that, of course, but even the best of the maduro wrappers have been dry and no amount of time in my humi has brought them back to life. I highly recommend the Habano and Camaroon versions, but these maduros don't work for me. less
Phil in Oregon July 11, 2009
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"A wonderful surprise!"
Consistently fine smoke at a more than reason... more
Consistently fine smoke at a more than reasonable price...These have become a top favorite of mine since I tried them initially last year. Every time you reach for one you are assured of the same consistent quality. less
Kenneth in Avon Lake, Ohio June 30, 2009
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"Sweeeeet!"
I have purchased three bundles and have nothi... more
I have purchased three bundles and have nothing but good things to say. Smoke is thick and creamy. Taste is sweet almost chewable. Construction, I have yet to have a bad burn or one fall apart. Draw, now that is what I look for and this cigar draws as smooth as they come in the high end cigars. I will order this cigar when it is back in stock. Can you say Sweeet! less
charles in La Mesa Ca June 18, 2009
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"Excellent!!!"
I have smoked the Churchill and Torp in this ... more
I have smoked the Churchill and Torp in this new line from FSS. Both are outstanding. Start with a deep dark brown wrapper with a nice oily sheen. Wrap it around a very well constructed (as is firm and uniform)and tasty blend, and bingo, we have a winner. These cigars draw real well, and burn razor sharp. The flavor profile is rich, deep and layered, with various spice notes, chocolate, and even a hint of vanilla. They build in flavor as they are smoked down, without ever getting hot. Medium to medium plus in body and good balance. They do indeed remind me very much of a favorite cigar with an "O" in the name.Another winner from Mr. Zaretsky and Team Famous. Great job guys, Thx!Great customer service too, as always! less
Cephis in Chicago January 5, 2009
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"Outstanding!"
The catalog description sounds like they foun... more
The catalog description sounds like they found these in an old shoebox in grandma's attic. And frankly, they did look a bit rough when I pulled them from the cello and popped them in the humidor. But after a only a few days on cedar, I gotta say I'm impressed. Burned very well, a good 75 minute robusto with no runs and solid ash. A strong maduro aroma (similar to Onyx), with a full, but not harsh/bitter flavor. Slightly sweet caramel, with lots of hazelnut/walnut flavor. A bit musty at the start (maybe they were aged in grandma's attic ?), but a great finish (never got hot even tho I nubbed it). Overall a great smoke. less
Doc in Reno, NV December 17, 2008
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