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Don Lino Africa Cigars

Can you say Opus?

The moment I lit it, it reminded me of the Opus X. Powerful smoke almost overwheling at first (especially because I wasnt ready for it) but then settled down to nice heck of a cigar. I had to re-light it once. It stopped dead about a quarter way through. but picked up where it left off for the remaining 3 quarters. wow!

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kuro by Jim L of New jersey on November 15, 2008

I wanted to like it.

I was excited to try this stick it came as part of a 5 cigar sampler Lucky me this was the first one I grabbed, it started ok with nice draw. But as it want along numerous construction flaws became apparent. It has a spicy taste that seems to get more pronounced as it goes along I gave up after about half in the 5 sampler I bought this stick was the mid-stick with 2 being rated higher by famous smokers and 2 rated lower I fear the 2 lower rated sticks. And I am not that excited about the 2 higher ones any longer.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Duma by Wade of Utah on October 26, 2008

full taste very nice cigar

very good cigar

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kifaro by bill of indianapolis on August 10, 2008

Beautiful cigar

This cigar is the type that you smoke in traffic. It keep you calm while all around you are losing theirs. I only smoke one cigar a day. This is my choise.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Tembo by Warren of Argyle on August 6, 2008

Disgusting

The rare African filler leaf must have been on by some zebras. This cigar has a distinct flavor that me reminds me of horse stables.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Duma by Clinton of Biloxi on July 6, 2008

great cigar with a lot of class.

don lino cigars are gret any time of the day.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kiboko by barry of westchester il. on June 20, 2008

Beware - these cigars bite back

I didnt think I was a lightweight until i smoked one of these before food. They are more strength than flavour so perhaps need more humidor time and feeding intra venously.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kuro (4) by Creekend UK of UK on June 19, 2008

Good looking cigar

Yes the band is cool. The contruction was very good. It burned with just a slight run. My bad, I smoked it as soon as it arrived. I liked it.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kuro (4) by Stephen of Wa State on February 7, 2008

Strong but not harsh

Thought is was a solid, good smoke. If you like to attack your cigar and not baby it, you will like the Kuro. If you want it to be to be mellow, this is not for you.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kuro (4) by Frank Gerechter of Los Angeles on December 29, 2007

This is why they don't make cigars in Africa

Wow, this cigar is complete garbage. It tastes like tar. The flavor is so strong it's not even good. I love strong cigars, but this one was so unnecessary. I was looking for a very strong cigar; this one was just completely horrible. No taste at all. If you like the taste of TAR or PETROL OIL then buy this. It's got bad construction, the wrapper unravels easily, and the draw is really tight. Some cigars are just bad, it doesn't always depend on the smokers' taste.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Tembo 5 Pack by Justin of So Cal on October 25, 2007

OVERPRICED

This cigar is really strong, too strong. The burn is very uneven and you will need to take care of this cigar more carefully than a suicidal preteen: you will need to relight it roughly 7 times per smoke, its ridiculous, the overall ordeal this cigar causes does not outweigh any other factor: in fact, there is no other factor. It tastes like dirt mixed with raid. NOT good, I've tried 3 so far, two of them humidified for a few months. I used a premium butane lighter, and cut it properly, there is no excuse to this pathetic, disgusting abomination. I thought it would be unique and exotic to smoke an African cigar, WRONG. They should NOT be charging so much for such a poorly constructed cigar, no excuses.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Duma 5 Pack by Michel of Oklahoma on October 24, 2007

Decent Cameroon, needs humidor time

I torched one a day or so after receiving my 5 pack, and was a bit put off. The flavor and aroma were much harsher than I expected from a Cameroon. The construction was good; its a very nice looking cigar (tho the draw was a bit tight). Fortunately, after about a month in cedar, they've significantly improved. While still strong, the flavor/aroma is much smoother. I'm not certain they merit the current prices, but if you do buy, give them some time in cedar, and I think you'll be very pleased.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Tembo by Doc Arnold of Reno, NV on June 9, 2006

Ok, the band may be the best part of this cigar

Heard a man saying how he enjoyed the Africa line in a smoke shop in Midland TX, so I bid on some from Famous. Smoked one right away and found it ordinary at best. Waited 3 weeks in the humidor and tried my 2nd one. Great looking cigar and beautiful band. Started great and flavorful, but it didn't last; fought to keep it lit, burned uneven, touched it up twice. Keep going out, unusual for me, and the flavor seemed to leave as the agravation of smoking the thing increased. I'll finish the last three and be glad I didn't buy a box!

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Tembo 5 Pack by AP N of Central TX on May 29, 2006

Still searching...

The burn was inconsistant. The flavor was early and then faded away. Beautiful cigar in every way, it just didn't pull the trigger. Still looking for the large cigar with the full package. Next stop, Rocky Patel Vintage Sixty.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kiboko by Teodoro of Minneapolis on March 23, 2006

Nice strong smoke

Africa Duma is a very strong smoke. I like the power of this smoke. The flavor is like dark mahogany wood twisting and swirling with every puff. There is alot nicotine to keep your attention. Yet the burn is a little streaky and the aftertaste is alittle chalky. Other than that, its a keeper!

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Duma by Uppercut of Mid-West on January 11, 2006

Africa Kifaro

It has been a long time since I`ve smoked a cigar that I had been anticipating without some let down. I couldn`t shoot any holes in this one. A beautiful, almost antique oiled leather look. Full flavor/body. Pleasant aroma. A must try. I did not experience any draw or burn problems whatsoever with the Kifaro. Probably the best "new" cigar I`ve had this year, so far.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Kifaro by Jungle Boy of Indianapolis on August 9, 2005

Oily oscuro pleased my eye, and palate.

Had not seen these on Long Island, but picked one up in Phoenix in Feb. I couldn't resist the gloss and oils, and the miniscule AZ tobacco tax makes everything seem more attractive! Smoked this a few weeks ago on my neighbor's deck, and was very pleased with the smoothness, heavy clouds of smoke, and the pleasant, medium body. For a maduro, the burn was consistent and by carefully removing the large band, you can puff away for an extra inch plus. Hard to put this one down, and would be happy to test drive a few more.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Tembo 5 Pack by Frank of Greenlawn, NY on August 6, 2005

Duma is a superb smoke, best in Africa line.

The Duma has no burn or draw problems. The taste is cedary to start followed by a spicy cinnamon and leathery finish. One of the best cigars I've tried. I also smoke Gran Habano #5 Corojo and La Gloria Serie R Maduros.

This review was written about Don Lino Africa Duma by Vince of Pennsylvania, USA on May 27, 2005

Tastes o.k., burns/draws poorly.

Nice looking and nice tasting, this cigar starts out fine but develops burn and draw problems about 1/3 way down that last til about 2/3 way down. Burn straightens out, draw remains very tight. Similar results with 2 cigars, 2 smokers.