Length: 5.6″ Ring Gauge: 46 I was told this cigar was discontinued. Searching around the internet, some say this was replaced by Punch Punch or simply another name for it. Whatever the case, it was a wonderful cigar. The smoke was boldly rustic of nut and mocha. Although there was spice, it wasn’t harsh, …
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Length: 6.1″ Ring gauge: 52 Interestingly I could not taste a distinct flavor. There were hints of coffee, leathery, floral, yet everything seem muted. At times, it even had a bitter after taste. The mildly aromatic smoke was still a pleasant smoke to the nub but lacked in character. Maybe the age took the …
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Length: 6.1″ Ring gauge: 50 Punch Super Robusto was a regional release for Asia Pacific back in 2006 and I was fortunate to get one of these vintage. It has a beautiful overall appearance and the perfect size for winding down the day. Next the smoke was marvelously smooth and creamy, a sign it had …
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Length: 4.3″ Ring size: 52 Bolivar Short Bolivar was an interesting smoke that emitted aromatic smoke throughout. Given the age on this cigar, released back in 2008, I’m surprised the spice still moderately bite. The flavors are hearty, generally a mix of toasty, accompanied by creamy texture.
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Length: 6.4″ Ring size: 42 Clasicos was my first cigar from Vegas Robaina brand. Back in 2012, the Clasicos was discontinued. Finding a discontinued cigar at reasonable price is priceless, let alone a vintage. Through sheer luck I picked up one from a cigar shop in a September 2001 box. Despite its age, the Clasicos was spicy, with …
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