Santiago Cigars

so-so

got these cheap in an auction... the bundle thus far is so-so.. the first one was very loose and burned almost as fast as a cigarette. twas very dry and tasted like cardboard. the second one, however, was a lot better. definitely not as good as a don kiki red label (one of my personal favorite "cheap smokes"), but it held some promise at least. after about 3 months in the humi, i think these can turn out to be decent "every-day" smokes, although there are much better brands out there for equal price.

This review was written about Santiago Robusto by bishop of MA on March 4, 2008

THEY ARE OK!

I WASN'T IMPRESSED WHEN I RECEIVED THEM. THEY LOOK GOOD AND HAVE A GOOD DRAW. BUT SO FAR THE ONES I HAVE SMOKED HAVE HAD A BITTERNESS TO THEM. I DO LIKE THE PRINCIPES FROM LA AURORA THOUGH AND I THINK I WILL STICK WITH THEM FOR A CHEAP EVERYDAY SMOKE.

This review was written about Santiago Especiales by KEN of NORCO, CALIFORNIA on February 29, 2008

GOOD SHORT SMOKE

WON THESE AT AUCTION, GOOD SHORT CIGAR FOR LUNCH HOUR SMOKE. GOOD DRAW,BURNED EVENLY, GOOD TASTE,CAN'T GO WRONG FOR FORTY CENTS A STICK.

This review was written about Santiago Robusto by LEONARDKL of FARMINGDALE, N.Y. on October 27, 2007

it is what it is

well it's not as "yummy" as the catalog states, (who wrote that? a thirteen year old girl?) But for what they are (cheap) they are a good deal/ and fine tasting -but the quailty can vary-Because I hand out cigars ut every payday at my company (screw the politcaly correct) but keep in mind, the boys won't bitch about these!

This review was written about Santiago Cazadores by Tony " Bones" Meriam of south dakota on July 14, 2007

EXCELLENT CIGAR & GETS EVEN BETTER WITH AGE!

When I read some of the negative reviews about this cigar, I can only wonder what planet they are from. I've bought at least 8 of these bundles and from the very first Santiago cigar I smoked, I could not believe how excellent it tasted! I prefer Maduro cigars most of the time, but when I tasted the Santiago, I was extremely impressed with its flavor, and I'm not easily impressed! All my Santiago's have burned fairly well and each had a nice firm white ash. With one of my Santiago's, the ash stayed very firm all the way to the band. I haven't had a premium cigar that held together like this cigar. This is a short filler cigar so everyone should keep that in mind. There will be minor inconsistencies from time to time, but the flavor and value of the Santiago out-weigh all that! I hope these never run out. For those of you who want to throw your Santiago's out, call Famous and I will take them off your hands.

This review was written about Santiago Robusto by Kelly Frizzell of AZ on July 13, 2007

Not great, Not bad, just so-so

They look interesting but because there is no "Cap" they tend to try to unravel. They are not a bad smoke but not real great. They are so-so.

This review was written about Santiago Fumas by Bill of California on May 27, 2007

Ok Cigar

This cigar will need to sit in your humidor for a while to reach it's best point. When I first tried it, it was an all around bad cigar. I put it away for 3 or 4 months and it was like a different cigar. The wrapper will crack and peel, and you will have problems keeping it lit if you smoke really slow, but the taste is not bad. What can you expect for a cheap cigar? It's worth a try.

This review was written about Santiago Cazadores by Stephen of GA on August 10, 2006

Pieces of crap with OK taste

I was looking for an every day puff, so I purchased a box of these. They are spongy to touch but have a tight draw(you can feel the plugs). Very poor construction and the wrappers seem to tear or just come unwrapped. As for taste, ok nothin special but get a nasty taste at about 1/3 left. Poor excuse for a cheap cigar!

This review was written about Santiago Fumas by Steve of Iowa on April 26, 2006

Competes with Phillies Blunts

The only cigar that i have bought from FS that had no flavor, even for a mild cigar. If you like smoke just to make smoke...this is your ticket. otherwise its not worth any serious cigar smokers time or humidor space. One other thing, made in La Aurora factory...so is stool. This is the only unfavorable review ever written by me.

This review was written about Santiago Robusto by compay of misery on November 15, 2005

Excellent Cigar ! Comparable to Macanudo Hyde Park

Excellent Cigar ! I can't believe I'm the 1st one to comment on it. For under a buck a stick I don't think you can sell anything else that can touch it. Flavor wise it's comparable to a Macanudo Hyde Park. It's wrapped a little loose so the burn is a little inconsistent but thats the only negative thing I can say. GREAT SMOKE !

This review was written about Santiago Robusto by Joseph D Jr of Meriden CT. on October 29, 2005

Always looking for an everyday

Tried Tesoro's and then went with the Santiago's. I went and purchased a bundle since they were extremely cheap and I was dissappointed to say the least. I still have half a bundle and plan to trash them. They are basically wasting space in my humidor. Uneven burns everywhere and the wrapper splits and breaks on a regular basis. I am still looking for a cheap everyday and I will not recommend this one. Save the money and try another brand.

This review was written about Santiago Robusto by Will Kopti of Fayetteville, NC on August 28, 2005

This is an excellent cigar for the price.

You can pay four times the money for these cigars.They are easy on the pallet, well constructed, I have not had one wrapper come apart on me. The taste is mild to medium, aromatic and does not leave an aftertaste, like other inexpensive cigars do.