Padron Maduro 3000

A wonderful cigar from start to finish. The Padrón 3000 Maduro starts with earth and pepper through the first inch before completely transforming into a rich, complex profile of espresso, coffee, dark chocolate, baking spice, and earth. That signature Nicaraguan Padrón spice shines beautifully through the nose on the retrohale. Boasting a perfect burn and a perfect draw, it delivers a stellar 1-hour and 15-minute smoke all the way to the nub.

This cigar gives me the flavors that I used to get from the Padron Family Reserve 45 years Maduro, but at half the price.

Price: $ 10.00

Appearance: 9/10

Draw: 20/20

Burn: 20/20

Flavor: 19/20

Complexity: 17 /20

Burn Time: 10/10

Overall Score: 95 / Fine Cigar

Crowned Heads Moon Flower Corona Gorda

The Crowned Heads Moonflower Corona Gorda is a phenomenal, medium-bodied puro that stands out for its exceptional construction. Clocking in at a slow, impressive hour and 30 minutes of smoke time, it treats the palate to a flawless experience defined by a perfect burn and an impeccably smooth draw. The flavor profile is rich and beautifully balanced, offering notes of creamy cedar and a touch of warm baking spice, all punctuated by a satisfying kick of black pepper on the retrohale. Truly, it is a very good cigar.

Price: $ 10.50

Appearance: 10/10

Draw: 20/20

Burn: 20/20

Flavor: 18/20

Complexity: 14 /20

Burn Time: 10/10

Overall Score: 92 / Great Cigar

E.P. Carrillo Allegiance Robusto

This cigar came in at 5X50. The cigar burned perfectly with an easy draw. Flavors included baking spice, wood, earth, and rich dark chocolate. A delight to smoke.

Price: $ 11.50

Appearance: 10/10

Draw: 20/20

Burn: 20/20

Flavor: 17/20

Complexity: 17/20

Burn Time: 10/10

Overall Score: 94 / Great Cigar

Tatuaje TAA 2022

 The Tatuaje TAA 2022 had a very slow even burn. Very nice draw. Flavors included a mild coffee, earth, toast, sweet tobacco, and pepper.

Price: $ 15.25

Appearance: 10/10

Draw: 18/20

Burn: 20/20

Flavor: 16/20

Complexity: 16/20

Burn Time: 10/10

Overall Score:  90 / Good Cigar