Rocky Patel Evolution Reviews

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Evolution By Rocky Patel Robusto

"Great, But not the best."

I haven t smoked many cigars but this is #2 on my list of favorites. The draw was easy and the taste Evolved with time. pun intended my only complaint is that the burn was uneven.

Dean in Deer Falls, Minnesota May 15, 2013

Rocky Patel Evolution Torpedo

"Another Superb Rocky!!"

I bought one of these from a local shop just to try it and wow was I impressed! It starts with a spicy start,but as it burns it turns in to a well rounded, medium body smoke that left a pleasant almost leathery taste. This cigar was one I couldn't put down! The burn was consistent throughout and the taste was spectacular! If you've never had a Rocky or even have for that matter, you should add this to your humidor.

Ed in Tracy,CA May 8, 2013

Evolution By Rocky Patel Robusto

"Good when it would stay lit"

I could not keep this cigar lit. It would go out very fast or burn uneven. When I did keep it lit, it gave good, thick smoke. The burn made it very annoying though.

Aaron April 22, 2013

Rocky Patel Evolution Robusto

"Not worth the $2 I paid"

This cigar is shamefully bad. Excellent construction, great draw, but the taste is cheap and unsmokeable. Shame on you Rocky. Try the Xen, its a good Patel cigar.

JohnH in Midwest April 14, 2013

Rocky Patel Evolution Forty Six

"Not a pleasant smoke"

The flavor is nonexistent. I tried this cigar because I was so impressed by the Zen by Nish I though I'd try other lines. Big disappointment.

Ipyramus in Midwest April 2, 2013

Rocky Patel Evolution Robusto 5 Pack

"bad bad bad"

RP should be ashamed to have released these sticks, uneven burn, poor draw and harsh taste. I wouldn't burn these in my fireplace. Fist time Rocky disappointed.....

Scott in DC March 5, 2013

Evolution By Rocky Patel Robusto

"Fairly Good Smoke But It Had Some Drawbacks"

After having read the reviews for this cigar, I had high hopes for the stick. While it had great draw, appearance, taste, and construction it was found wanting in the burn and consistency. I was forced to touch up the burn on several occasions. It produced a very lopsided burn. Maybe a month or so in the humi will make a difference. Overall I am satisfied and will give this another try.

Rob in San Diego, CA February 10, 2013

Rocky Patel Evolution Toro

"Great smoke!"

Got a box of 10 ( the natural) and really did not know what to expect. It is a well constructed cigar and I felt it smoked well. Upon lighting, the first 1/2" was a bit uneventful ( as most cigars are). However, as I smoked it further, the flavours arrived in spades ( creamy / notes of chocolate and earth with a slightly sweet finish). Also became more complex in flavour as I smoked it further. I absolutely loved this cigar and would recommend this highly ( for both flavour and pricepoint value)and will definately purchase more. A definate 8.5 - 9 in my book.

Mit in Denver Colorado January 28, 2013

Evolution By Rocky Patel Robusto

"Meh"

Tried the cigar after getting it in a gifted bundle. Good looking cigar, but all downhill after that. The draw went from near insane quick to non-existent within 10 minutes. Didn't burn evenly at all. Had to relight 3 times.

Travis August 21, 2012

Evolution By Rocky Patel Robusto

"WHAT?!!!"

WHAT were these guys smoking before they lit up the EVOLUTION ?!!! This is a GOOD cigar. Yes, it has burn problems, but so did the OLIVA O Maduro Robusto I smoked a day or two after really enjoying not one but two EVOLUTIONS. I wanted to be sure, so I burned that second one with consistent notes. And then I had the Oliva, an iconic smoke, standard as the day is long, to validate my impressions. Of course they're different. The Oliva's got that mellow/sweet coffee-esque Connecticut Maduro wrapper, while the Rocky sports a down-home Pennsylvania Maduro (should be labeled Oscuro, I'd say). But both subsist on nice Nicaraguan fillers, so I figured it was a fair match. Now the EVO's got a crisp clean quality about it that I personally find very appealing. And that lovely box-press is something to behold. The fiver I received was No-Cello. I love that. Like the old days. EVOLUTION Maduro is a good anytime smoke with this heart of white pepper thing going on, encompassed by a pleasant cedary spice from the Penna. leaf. No, it's not as cerebral, complex and rich as the Oliva, but it's very tasty in its own right, without all the fanfare, bells and whistles. A good clean go-to smoke in my book and an excellent value. You have a torch-lighter, don't you? What do you think it's for? A few quick touch ups here and there and you will enjoy a very satisfying smoke. BTW in case you were wondering, there are a few popular RP blends that I have no use for. This isn't one of them. This is a GOOD cigar. HINT: Smoke them while relaxing on your porch, NOT while crouching in a duck blind.

RKO281 in HOLLYWOOD, CA August 21, 2012