Score: 8.2
By Barry Stein of A Cigar Smokers Journal
I was rather surprised by this cigar, as I am not generally a fan of big ring cigars. The draw was pleasant enough, and the notes were of mocha, wood, leather and some licorice. This full bodied cigar was a great editon to the cold winter day and was more satifying them glass of hot choclate. A great winter smoke!
Appearance: 8
Construction: 9
Burn (ash, etc.): 8
Draw Rate: 8
Flavor Rate: 8
Aroma Rate: 8
Final Score: 8.2
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A widely-read cigar blogger, Barry Stein works in the retail side of the cigar industry. Prior to his entering the business full-time, Barry worked as an International Security Consultant and Private Investigator. Both jobs have allowed him to travel the world; the one parallel has been that he likes to end his days in a cigar shop or lounge.
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