Great draw wit a good, even burn. Good, deep layering of core cigar tobacco flavors. Leather, dark cocoa, wood. As is typical of most cigars from this blender they are on the fuller, stronger side. Holding out final judgment, but, doubting they are worth their price. Very good, but, not knock sac back good, and, that's what I would expect from a $20 robusto.
I don't consider this a serious smoke, but I do consider them enjoyable. Long day dynamatting all four doors of the Jeep (inside and under interior panels), install of Polk DB652s all the way round, which led to a satisfying increase in sound quality and this baby in celebration. A good day. Yeah, a Bordeaux too.
VA HT HK AVR20II, Sony S9000ES CD/DVD/SACD, Polk Audio RC80i / Polk Audio CSi3, 60" Panasonic Plasma, Nordost / Signal Cable A2 / Wireworld / Pangea / Magic Power VA 2 Channel , Dodd 50W Dual Mono EL34 Amp, Eastern Electric MiniMax Preamp, Polk SDA2BTL (fully modded), A/L 1000VA Dreadnought, Canare 4s11 SDA cable, SACD Marantz DV8300, Music Hall mmf 5.1 Turntable, Parks Audio Budgie Phono Pre , MIT S3 IC's / MIT Shotgun S3 Speaker Cables / PS Audio power cables Noggin Schiit Valhalla, Pangea, Phillips Fidelio X1, Polk UF8000 LA Pass Labs X150.5 Amp, Audible Illusions L1 Preamp, Vincent Pho-700 Phono Pre, Polk LSIM705, Sony S9000ES CD/DVD/SACD, Audioengine B1, MIT AVt3 Speaker & RCA Cables, PS Audio power cables
Dodd Mid Level Preamp
Polk SDA1c modded
Polk CRS+ 4.1TL modded (need veneer)
Soundcraftsmen PCR800
Yamaha YP-D6
Signal Cable Silver Resolution IC's
McCormack DNA-1 Power Drive Amp
Eastern Electric Minimax CDP
MFA based Cocci Tube Preamp
Audire Model 1 Amplifier
Never tried a Don Carlos or a Java. Nice sticks guys.
"Electronic music is human sound adapting to indulge technology, and for some, it feels like the signature sound of energy. New and abstract sounds over hypnotic rhythms can conjure vast soundscapes for escape, pleasure, and transcendence."
I don't consider this a serious smoke, but I do consider them enjoyable. Long day dynamatting all four doors of the Jeep (inside and under interior panels), install of Polk DB652s all the way round, which led to a satisfying increase in sound quality and this baby in celebration. A good day. Yeah, a Bordeaux too.
Love the Java's! Last night we went to Churchill's, one of the few Cigar Bars in Michigan that is also a restaurant! Treated the guys to a box of Java Red. Chocolate and cherry notes.
Basement: Polk SDA SRS, Rega RP1 TT, VTL 2.5 Preamplifier, Enlightened Audio Designs CD Transport, Northstar Designs DAC, Conrad Johnson MF2300A Amp, Furman 15PFi Power Conditioner, Wireworld Oasis 8 RCA IC's, MIT Terminator2 Bi-Wire speaker cables Office: PC, Marantz CD-1 transport, Marantz AMP-1, Acoustic Technologies Classic Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus Subwoofer, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Project BoxE Bluetooth Streamer, Polk TSi200's Living Room: Pioneer SX-N30 Network Receiver, Pioneer PD10AE CD Player, Furman M8-LX Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi Subwoofer
Friday night I went to an Alec Bradley event at a local shop. They had us smoke three different parts of the cigar, individually, to get a feel for each leaf. Then smoke the whole cigar.
It was a nice way to see how everything plays together to make the final product!
Stopped by dads today for a sip of rum and and I enjoyed an Ashton VSG while dad had a Pardon 1964.
Great weekend for cigars!
Living room:
Samsung PN50B860 50" Plasma : XBOX One : Roku Ultra : Oppo UDP-203 : Pioneer Elite SC-87 : APC H15 : Focal 806V mains : Focal 806V Surrounds : SVS SB2000 : SVS SB12-NSD
2Ch:
Sonus Faber Venere S : Parasound HCA 1500A : Oppo UDP-205 : Furman Elite 15 DM i : Sony XBR 55X810C Monitor :
Stopped by dads today for a sip of rum and and I enjoyed an Ashton VSG while dad had a Pardon 1964.
"Electronic music is human sound adapting to indulge technology, and for some, it feels like the signature sound of energy. New and abstract sounds over hypnotic rhythms can conjure vast soundscapes for escape, pleasure, and transcendence."
After dinner desert. A nice maduro with a single malt rye. And I can smoked at the bar. Nice
AVR-Onkyo709
AMP- Parasound 2125, Adcom 585
Mains for HT and some Music- RTi12s
Main for Music only- Linn Keilidh or Usher V-601 and SDA 1C
PreAmp for Music: Cary AE-3
Rear- RT150
Center-CSi5
Sub-Rythmik audio F25
Player- Oppo BDP-103
Been into cigars for a while. Started a few years after I quit those nasty cigarettes (Been 10 years now!!!).
I've tried pretty much everything, but now for some reason I only smoke Nicaraguan. Almost anything from A Fernandez or My Father. My go to cigar is the Man o War Puro Authentico. Relatively quick smoke and cheap.
I guess you guys all know about cigarbid.com.... best prices out there if you know what to look for and are patient.
Just smoked another one of those La Flor Dominicana "La Nox" sticks! Damn good smoke, but it started getting a little hot/harsh on the palate toward the end. In retrospect I should've tossed it 5 minutes earlier than I did.
It's interesting how the finish of some cigars can be an extremely rewarding crescendo in their flavors, or things can start to fall apart quickly and get hot, harsh, and nasty.
"Electronic music is human sound adapting to indulge technology, and for some, it feels like the signature sound of energy. New and abstract sounds over hypnotic rhythms can conjure vast soundscapes for escape, pleasure, and transcendence."
It's interesting how the finish of some cigars can be an extremely rewarding crescendo in their flavors, or things can start to fall apart quickly and get hot, harsh, and nasty.
A lot of cigars need you to adjust your draw as you start to wind down the stick. Don’t draw as hard and slow down your rate of draws. You can control how hot it gets and preserve your smoke.
Any cigar with a really easy draw should be treated this way as well. They are very easy to get hot and come off as harsh.
Living room:
Samsung PN50B860 50" Plasma : XBOX One : Roku Ultra : Oppo UDP-203 : Pioneer Elite SC-87 : APC H15 : Focal 806V mains : Focal 806V Surrounds : SVS SB2000 : SVS SB12-NSD
2Ch:
Sonus Faber Venere S : Parasound HCA 1500A : Oppo UDP-205 : Furman Elite 15 DM i : Sony XBR 55X810C Monitor :
I was trying to slow down toward the end, but then it kept nearly going out on me. So then I tried to smoke it a little quicker and it started getting hot. Couldn't find a good balance!
"Electronic music is human sound adapting to indulge technology, and for some, it feels like the signature sound of energy. New and abstract sounds over hypnotic rhythms can conjure vast soundscapes for escape, pleasure, and transcendence."
I was trying to slow down toward the end, but then it kept nearly going out on me. So then I tried to smoke it a little quicker and it started getting hot. Couldn't find a good balance!
Trying to find the right balance can be an art form.
I’m notorious for not wanting to put in that much effort, a cigar is supposed to be relaxing after all...
Once I’m down to about the last third or I have to start being careful I usually toss it.
Unless it’s an amazing stick, then I’ll put on my game face and keep that sucker going!
Living room:
Samsung PN50B860 50" Plasma : XBOX One : Roku Ultra : Oppo UDP-203 : Pioneer Elite SC-87 : APC H15 : Focal 806V mains : Focal 806V Surrounds : SVS SB2000 : SVS SB12-NSD
2Ch:
Sonus Faber Venere S : Parasound HCA 1500A : Oppo UDP-205 : Furman Elite 15 DM i : Sony XBR 55X810C Monitor :
Reminds me of the golden rule of cigar smoking: Only smoke it for as long as you are enjoying it.
Next up for me will be one of my all time favorites: Punch Rothschild double maduro!
"Electronic music is human sound adapting to indulge technology, and for some, it feels like the signature sound of energy. New and abstract sounds over hypnotic rhythms can conjure vast soundscapes for escape, pleasure, and transcendence."
Enjoying a nice medium/full Perdomo this afternoon.
Has anybody else noticed, in general, the construction quality has declined recently? Lately I seem to be plagued with sticks that are rolled too tight or have tunnels. This is among the top brands. Frustrating!
I have noticed too many issues with construction. A lot of the issues I see are with improperly stored cigars. Rotation/proper air circulation is critical to good burn.I will occasionally get a slightly under filled, or plugged stick, but, most are really good these days.
This has become one of my favorite go to cigars lately. The Hoyo/A.J. Fernandez LA Amistad. Well made, medium body and full of flavor.
How do you guys like to cut your cigars? Guillotine, punch, etc? I've always just used a double bladed guillotine style cutter.
What about lighting? Butane jet lighter, wood matches, cedar strips?
"Electronic music is human sound adapting to indulge technology, and for some, it feels like the signature sound of energy. New and abstract sounds over hypnotic rhythms can conjure vast soundscapes for escape, pleasure, and transcendence."
Comments
Just snagged a box of these...from the maker of My Father cigars. I'll be back with an opinion shortly.
Joule-Electra LA 100 MKIII
Pass Labs Aleph 30, McCormack DNA-125, Parasound A21
Marantz SA-14S1
Usher CP-6311/Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference Monitor, LSA-1
Dual SVS SB2000
Wireworld Equinox 7 bi-wire, Wireworld Silver Eclipse 7 IC
Secondary Rig:
Parasound P5, Audio Electronics by Cary Constellation
Marsh a200s, Audio Elecrtonics by Cary Hercules
Pioneer Elite DV-45a, Denon DVD-2910
Klipsch Epic CF-1, Vandersteen 3CE sig
Analysus Plus Oval
Great draw wit a good, even burn. Good, deep layering of core cigar tobacco flavors. Leather, dark cocoa, wood. As is typical of most cigars from this blender they are on the fuller, stronger side. Holding out final judgment, but, doubting they are worth their price. Very good, but, not knock sac back good, and, that's what I would expect from a $20 robusto.
Joule-Electra LA 100 MKIII
Pass Labs Aleph 30, McCormack DNA-125, Parasound A21
Marantz SA-14S1
Usher CP-6311/Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference Monitor, LSA-1
Dual SVS SB2000
Wireworld Equinox 7 bi-wire, Wireworld Silver Eclipse 7 IC
Secondary Rig:
Parasound P5, Audio Electronics by Cary Constellation
Marsh a200s, Audio Elecrtonics by Cary Hercules
Pioneer Elite DV-45a, Denon DVD-2910
Klipsch Epic CF-1, Vandersteen 3CE sig
Analysus Plus Oval
Joule-Electra LA 100 MKIII
Pass Labs Aleph 30, McCormack DNA-125, Parasound A21
Marantz SA-14S1
Usher CP-6311/Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference Monitor, LSA-1
Dual SVS SB2000
Wireworld Equinox 7 bi-wire, Wireworld Silver Eclipse 7 IC
Secondary Rig:
Parasound P5, Audio Electronics by Cary Constellation
Marsh a200s, Audio Elecrtonics by Cary Hercules
Pioneer Elite DV-45a, Denon DVD-2910
Klipsch Epic CF-1, Vandersteen 3CE sig
Analysus Plus Oval
VA 2 Channel , Dodd 50W Dual Mono EL34 Amp, Eastern Electric MiniMax Preamp, Polk SDA2BTL (fully modded), A/L 1000VA Dreadnought, Canare 4s11 SDA cable, SACD Marantz DV8300, Music Hall mmf 5.1 Turntable, Parks Audio Budgie Phono Pre , MIT S3 IC's / MIT Shotgun S3 Speaker Cables / PS Audio power cables
Noggin Schiit Valhalla, Pangea, Phillips Fidelio X1, Polk UF8000
LA Pass Labs X150.5 Amp, Audible Illusions L1 Preamp, Vincent Pho-700 Phono Pre, Polk LSIM705, Sony S9000ES CD/DVD/SACD, Audioengine B1, MIT AVt3 Speaker & RCA Cables, PS Audio power cables
Dodd Mid Level Preamp
Polk SDA1c modded
Polk CRS+ 4.1TL modded (need veneer)
Soundcraftsmen PCR800
Yamaha YP-D6
Signal Cable Silver Resolution IC's
McCormack DNA-1 Power Drive Amp
Eastern Electric Minimax CDP
MFA based Cocci Tube Preamp
Audire Model 1 Amplifier
Drew Estate, that's a good one.
Joule-Electra LA 100 MKIII
Pass Labs Aleph 30, McCormack DNA-125, Parasound A21
Marantz SA-14S1
Usher CP-6311/Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference Monitor, LSA-1
Dual SVS SB2000
Wireworld Equinox 7 bi-wire, Wireworld Silver Eclipse 7 IC
Secondary Rig:
Parasound P5, Audio Electronics by Cary Constellation
Marsh a200s, Audio Elecrtonics by Cary Hercules
Pioneer Elite DV-45a, Denon DVD-2910
Klipsch Epic CF-1, Vandersteen 3CE sig
Analysus Plus Oval
Office: PC, Marantz CD-1 transport, Marantz AMP-1, Acoustic Technologies Classic Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus Subwoofer, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable
Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Project BoxE Bluetooth Streamer, Polk TSi200's
Living Room: Pioneer SX-N30 Network Receiver, Pioneer PD10AE CD Player, Furman M8-LX Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi Subwoofer
Friday night I went to an Alec Bradley event at a local shop. They had us smoke three different parts of the cigar, individually, to get a feel for each leaf. Then smoke the whole cigar.
It was a nice way to see how everything plays together to make the final product!
Stopped by dads today for a sip of rum and and I enjoyed an Ashton VSG while dad had a Pardon 1964.
Great weekend for cigars!
Samsung PN50B860 50" Plasma : XBOX One : Roku Ultra : Oppo UDP-203 : Pioneer Elite SC-87 : APC H15 : Focal 806V mains : Focal 806V Surrounds : SVS SB2000 : SVS SB12-NSD
2Ch:
Sonus Faber Venere S : Parasound HCA 1500A : Oppo UDP-205 : Furman Elite 15 DM i : Sony XBR 55X810C Monitor :
AMP- Parasound 2125, Adcom 585
Mains for HT and some Music- RTi12s
Main for Music only- Linn Keilidh or Usher V-601 and SDA 1C
PreAmp for Music: Cary AE-3
Rear- RT150
Center-CSi5
Sub-Rythmik audio F25
Player- Oppo BDP-103
Bedroom rig:
Pionner Elite VSX-30...Onkyo CS-5VL SACD Player....Polk Audio LS70
I've tried pretty much everything, but now for some reason I only smoke Nicaraguan. Almost anything from A Fernandez or My Father. My go to cigar is the Man o War Puro Authentico. Relatively quick smoke and cheap.
I guess you guys all know about cigarbid.com.... best prices out there if you know what to look for and are patient.
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Ave Maria argentum. Very nice.
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2008 & 2010 Football Pool WINNER
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Office: PC, Marantz CD-1 transport, Marantz AMP-1, Acoustic Technologies Classic Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus Subwoofer, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable
Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Project BoxE Bluetooth Streamer, Polk TSi200's
Living Room: Pioneer SX-N30 Network Receiver, Pioneer PD10AE CD Player, Furman M8-LX Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi Subwoofer
Shout out to Kharp. My cigar mentor.
Thanks brother!
It's interesting how the finish of some cigars can be an extremely rewarding crescendo in their flavors, or things can start to fall apart quickly and get hot, harsh, and nasty.
A lot of cigars need you to adjust your draw as you start to wind down the stick. Don’t draw as hard and slow down your rate of draws. You can control how hot it gets and preserve your smoke.
Any cigar with a really easy draw should be treated this way as well. They are very easy to get hot and come off as harsh.
Samsung PN50B860 50" Plasma : XBOX One : Roku Ultra : Oppo UDP-203 : Pioneer Elite SC-87 : APC H15 : Focal 806V mains : Focal 806V Surrounds : SVS SB2000 : SVS SB12-NSD
2Ch:
Sonus Faber Venere S : Parasound HCA 1500A : Oppo UDP-205 : Furman Elite 15 DM i : Sony XBR 55X810C Monitor :
Trying to find the right balance can be an art form.
I’m notorious for not wanting to put in that much effort, a cigar is supposed to be relaxing after all...
Once I’m down to about the last third or I have to start being careful I usually toss it.
Unless it’s an amazing stick, then I’ll put on my game face and keep that sucker going!
Samsung PN50B860 50" Plasma : XBOX One : Roku Ultra : Oppo UDP-203 : Pioneer Elite SC-87 : APC H15 : Focal 806V mains : Focal 806V Surrounds : SVS SB2000 : SVS SB12-NSD
2Ch:
Sonus Faber Venere S : Parasound HCA 1500A : Oppo UDP-205 : Furman Elite 15 DM i : Sony XBR 55X810C Monitor :
Next up for me will be one of my all time favorites: Punch Rothschild double maduro!
Has anybody else noticed, in general, the construction quality has declined recently? Lately I seem to be plagued with sticks that are rolled too tight or have tunnels. This is among the top brands. Frustrating!
This has become one of my favorite go to cigars lately. The Hoyo/A.J. Fernandez LA Amistad. Well made, medium body and full of flavor.
Joule-Electra LA 100 MKIII
Pass Labs Aleph 30, McCormack DNA-125, Parasound A21
Marantz SA-14S1
Usher CP-6311/Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference Monitor, LSA-1
Dual SVS SB2000
Wireworld Equinox 7 bi-wire, Wireworld Silver Eclipse 7 IC
Secondary Rig:
Parasound P5, Audio Electronics by Cary Constellation
Marsh a200s, Audio Elecrtonics by Cary Hercules
Pioneer Elite DV-45a, Denon DVD-2910
Klipsch Epic CF-1, Vandersteen 3CE sig
Analysus Plus Oval
Probably my favorite Punch...after Hawaiian, of course.
Joule-Electra LA 100 MKIII
Pass Labs Aleph 30, McCormack DNA-125, Parasound A21
Marantz SA-14S1
Usher CP-6311/Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference Monitor, LSA-1
Dual SVS SB2000
Wireworld Equinox 7 bi-wire, Wireworld Silver Eclipse 7 IC
Secondary Rig:
Parasound P5, Audio Electronics by Cary Constellation
Marsh a200s, Audio Elecrtonics by Cary Hercules
Pioneer Elite DV-45a, Denon DVD-2910
Klipsch Epic CF-1, Vandersteen 3CE sig
Analysus Plus Oval
What about lighting? Butane jet lighter, wood matches, cedar strips?
Usually I use a double bladed guillotine for my cutting though. The draw has to be JUST right for a punch.
For lighting, I use a butane torch or cedar strips.
Samsung PN50B860 50" Plasma : XBOX One : Roku Ultra : Oppo UDP-203 : Pioneer Elite SC-87 : APC H15 : Focal 806V mains : Focal 806V Surrounds : SVS SB2000 : SVS SB12-NSD
2Ch:
Sonus Faber Venere S : Parasound HCA 1500A : Oppo UDP-205 : Furman Elite 15 DM i : Sony XBR 55X810C Monitor :
Office: PC, Marantz CD-1 transport, Marantz AMP-1, Acoustic Technologies Classic Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus Subwoofer, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable
Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Project BoxE Bluetooth Streamer, Polk TSi200's
Living Room: Pioneer SX-N30 Network Receiver, Pioneer PD10AE CD Player, Furman M8-LX Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi Subwoofer
I use a punch for larger ring gauge or square cigars. Otherwise a guillotine.
Mostly butane jet. Multiple jets. On occasion cedar strips.
Office: PC, Marantz CD-1 transport, Marantz AMP-1, Acoustic Technologies Classic Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus Subwoofer, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable
Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Project BoxE Bluetooth Streamer, Polk TSi200's
Living Room: Pioneer SX-N30 Network Receiver, Pioneer PD10AE CD Player, Furman M8-LX Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi Subwoofer
Office: PC, Marantz CD-1 transport, Marantz AMP-1, Acoustic Technologies Classic Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus Subwoofer, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable
Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Project BoxE Bluetooth Streamer, Polk TSi200's
Living Room: Pioneer SX-N30 Network Receiver, Pioneer PD10AE CD Player, Furman M8-LX Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi Subwoofer
Office: PC, Marantz CD-1 transport, Marantz AMP-1, Acoustic Technologies Classic Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus Subwoofer, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable
Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Project BoxE Bluetooth Streamer, Polk TSi200's
Living Room: Pioneer SX-N30 Network Receiver, Pioneer PD10AE CD Player, Furman M8-LX Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi Subwoofer