Tuesday 18th Novemeber 2014

[RobustoClubHavana]

^ Nice spread!

The Punch had a perfect draw and an oats & malt chocolate flavour.

Now on a JL Petit Corona '05




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You sod beat me to having one
Now going to have one after dinner


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[RobustoClubHavana]

Going to join in with a JLPC from 05



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[RobustoClubHavana]

Great smooth smoke




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[smokey joe]

After dinner Trinidad LE '07 cheers!


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[Undercover]

I'm pressing on with the Cigar Aficionado Top 25 for 2013 (hope that doesn't make it sound like a chore!). My Father Le Bijou 1922 Box Press Torpedo is at No.19. They tell me this "pressed smoke delivers a red-pepper spice that evolves and sweetens, taking on a distinct cocoa powder and coffee bean character, yet remains balanced."

I enjoyed it from the moment it was lit, notwithstanding the fact it is an attractive cigar, with a dark oily wrapper finished with an impressive double band and orange trim. There was a definite but subtle sweetness on the tongue and an inviting aroma. I didn't get anything spicy until about halfway through and only for a short while, but there was certainly what I'd say was a delicious cocoa and coffee taste. To be honest, though, I taste that a lot in cigars, so I was more intrigued by the rest of the flavours. Unfortunately, I find anything which isn't bleeding obvious really difficult to pick out! It's enough for me to know I thoroughly enjoyed this cigar and to be able to rate it against others. I was thinking 'box' from very early on!

Just in case anyone is remotely interested, I had No.20 on the list yesterday - the Nat Sherman Timeless Collection Divino - but fell foul of wi-fi issues and I gave up bothering to post. That was a definite grower. At the start I was indifferent but by the end I was sad to put it down.

I've tried and failed to upload pictures this evening, so words are all I've got!

[oskihen]

I'm pressing on with the Cigar Aficionado Top 25 for 2013 (hope that doesn't make it sound like a chore!). My Father Le Bijou 1922 Box Press Torpedo is at No.19. They tell me this "pressed smoke delivers a red-pepper spice that evolves and sweetens, taking on a distinct cocoa powder and coffee bean character, yet remains balanced."

I enjoyed it from the moment it was lit, notwithstanding the fact it is an attractive cigar, with a dark oily wrapper finished with an impressive double band and orange trim. There was a definite but subtle sweetness on the tongue and an inviting aroma. I didn't get anything spicy until about halfway through and only for a short while, but there was certainly what I'd say was a delicious cocoa and coffee taste. To be honest, though, I taste that a lot in cigars, so I was more intrigued by the rest of the flavours. Unfortunately, I find anything which isn't bleeding obvious really difficult to pick out! It's enough for me to know I thoroughly enjoyed this cigar and to be able to rate it against others. I was thinking 'box' from very early on!

Just in case anyone is remotely interested, I had No.20 on the list yesterday - the Nat Sherman Timeless Collection Divino - but fell foul of wi-fi issues and I gave up bothering to post. That was a definite grower. At the start I was indifferent but by the end I was sad to put it down.

I've tried and failed to upload pictures this evening, so words are all I've got!

Sounds a nice smoke mate is it a maduro

[RobustoClubHavana]

Time for an after dinner Cuaba Salomones 03



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[Budgie Smuggler]

Unfortunately, I find anything which isn't bleeding obvious really difficult to pick out!

Have you tried using a cigar flavour wheel?

http://cdn.cigarinspector.com/images/misc/cigar-flavors-wheel-large.png

I found it really helpful (and still do) when trying to pick out certain flavours that I can't quite work out.

[oskihen]

Time for an after dinner Cuaba Salomones 03



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Read good things about the cuaba , which would you recommend as an introduction to the brand

[Undercover]

Sounds a nice smoke mate is it a maduro

Yes, I guess so. It was a dark colour. I don't know why I can't post a picture! I'm sure you can find it anyway.

You see I couldn't follow through on your advice last week. Was all up for skipping a few and trying a higher ranking cigar, then started to twitch nervously. I just have to follow due process! That means it'll be a while before I get to the Monte No 2, which is their top ranking cigar for 2013!

[oskihen]

Have you tried using a cigar flavour wheel?

http://cdn.cigarinspector.com/images/misc/cigar-flavors-wheel-large.png

I found it really helpful (and still do) when trying to pick out certain flavours that I can't quite work out.

I need one of them find myself smacking my lips together trying to work out flavours lol lots of times the answers on the tip of my tongue no pun intended but can't quiet get it , where can you get one budgie

[oskihen]

Yes, I guess so. It was a dark colour. I don't know why I can't post a picture! I'm sure you can find it anyway.

You see I couldn't follow through on your advice last week. Was all up for skipping a few and trying a higher ranking cigar, then started to twitch nervously. I just have to follow due process! That means it'll be a while before I get to the Monte No 2, which is their top ranking cigar for 2013!

That's ocd for you lol

[Wigan]

Time for an after dinner Cuaba Salomones 03



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Got them on order hopefully will be enjoying one soon

[Budgie Smuggler]

I haven't bought one (not sure if you can, they all seem to be on American sites), I just use the one posted on my phone or iPad.

I might try and have a fiddle to see if I can design one if I ever get the time with the UKCF logo, I'm sure someone on. Here would be able to get them printed.

[sheppsea]

Have you tried using a cigar flavour wheel?

http://cdn.cigarinspector.com/images/misc/cigar-flavors-wheel-large.png

I found it really helpful (and still do) when trying to pick out certain flavours that I can't quite work out.

I find it really helpful to and always have it open smoing on my own and making notes

Although there are time when you taste sonething that isn't on there