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As small as this distinctive cigar may be for about 30 - 40 minutes - it is in every respect a genuine Fuente of the classic series, completely handmade and with excellent Cameroon wrapper of the Meerapfel family in the dark variety.

Flavour

So little diameter, so much flavour! The medium-bodied small format delights with plenty of bittersweet cocoa flavour, malty earthy notes, elegant hints of tart freshness and coffee bean scent throughout. The smoke consistency is not a whit less silky than the thicker AF formats - a real masterpiece of the torcedores! And even at a length of only 10.5 cm, there is an aroma development - peat and roasted notes become steadily more concise without losing the delicate sweetness. Also interesting for fans of the "Anejo" series who are looking for a very small format!

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With this imposing Gordo, Ashton already spoiled the fans of "thick things" in a time when they were not yet quite so trendy. The six-incher in the beautiful Sungrown wrapper burns for about 80 - 95 minutes.

Flavours

Master Carlito has not really "toned down" the blend for this double toro - a classic heavy evening cigar, only VERY conditionally recommended for beginners. Those who like it strong and full-bodied will be delighted with this excellent tobacco at a really fair price, because the "Wizard" exudes the magical taste of roasted nuts, best coffee, tropical woods and very dark chocolate from the first puff, underlaid with a flattering sweetness that sometimes reminds one of dried figs. Quite strong from the start, but doesn't tighten much as it progresses and retains its great creaminess until put down.

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Although the brand is actually quite young (founded in 1992), this Robusto has been a favourite of friends of light, yet aromatically "satisfying" blends for ages. A finesse-rich smoke for every occasion - burns for approx. 50 - 60 minutes.

Flavour

The best-selling format offers the widest spectrum of flavours at SD! Flowery, grassy notes determine the fragrant start, complemented by the unmistakable cedar flavour of Caribbean tobaccos. Deeper, more savoury facets gradually assert themselves - mushroomy umami flair, leathery undertones, but also a subtle honey sweetness as a counterpoint. The woody aspects become even more concise and multi-layered halfway through; in the final third, a moderate spiciness of nutmeg and light-coloured peppercorns is added. The relatively low strength makes this SD the ideal introduction to the world of medium-sized premium cigars for beginners!

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Not much bigger than the largest cigarillos, the smallest VF format has the same density of flavors as the larger long fillers. For a smoking time of approx. 20 - 25 minutes, it will whisk you away to the Caribbean during your break!

Flavour

These 10 centimetres contain everything that VF fans love about the brand. The restrained astringency of tropical precious woods, a bitter-sweet cocoa note and roasted hazelnut aromas that come to the fore as the smoke progresses are the main components of the smoking pleasure, which, with an overall mild and light character, becomes significantly more intense in the second half than at the beginning. The cigar draws particular appeal from the delicate overtones that enrich its spectrum. Herbal tones emerge as well as gentle floral facets. Narrow cigar with a broad palette!

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If there were a prize for the funniest belly band, you wouldn't have to look far for the winner. But the multicultural blend with a share of the rare Pelo d'Oro tobacco also puts a satisfied smile on every aficionado's face for a good half hour.

Flavours

This blend in a Corojo wrapper is one of the brand's stronger ones and comes across particularly expressive in the XS format. Mouth-filling espresso roast notes, a noble leather note, sweet facets with diffuse fruit character slightly reminiscent of red wine and distinctive dark wood flavours form the basic framework of the smoking pleasure; in between, meltingly tart walnuts and the maltiness of bread crust come around the corner. Comparisons with better-known brands are once again out of the question - Caldwell's team once again proves a golden hand for cigars beyond the mainstream.

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Of course, it's not really strong - but this impressive, purely Dominican cigar certainly has a little more power than the similarly sized Toro. By SD standards, it's more for the evening, perfect with a glass of rum! The smoking time is around 70 - 85 minutes.

Flavour

The flagship of the line literally has a little bit more of almost everything! More ripe fruit flavour and generally a more opulent sweetness, more roasted notes, complemented by a more racy, albeit still restrained spiciness - but above all a pronounced development in the course of the smoke, which leads from the usual mild start with a variety of "vegetal" aromas through the emphatically nutty-creamy 2nd third to a more intense finish characterised by toast, coffee and various spicy notes. The last puffs are earthy and toasty, definitely medium-bodied, yet still subliminally sweet. Great workmanship!

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The "Don Carlos" line is a critics' favourite, and the large Torpedo in particular is generally regarded as one of the formats that every cigar lover must have tried once. Top Dominican tobaccos and a Cameroon wrapper provide about 65 - 85 minutes of pleasure!

Aroma

Absolutely uncomplicated, yet immensely complex and with a lively, clear development in the course of smoking, the "No. 2" presents itself on a par with the Pyrámides from Davidoff or the famous Cuban brands. With its world of flavours of dark chocolate, mocha and oriental spices, it is definitely something for Montecristo fans, but it has its very own character. It shows itself in refreshing herbal notes as well as in the caramel sweetness of roasted almonds or sudden traces of ginger in the last third. A fascinating smoke with sensational smoke texture.

Wissenswertes

Der jüngste Spross der „Inspirado“-Familie ist in ein verführerisch schimmerndes Deckblatt aus brasilianischem Arapiraca-Tabak gehüllt. Darunter verbergen sich Blätter aus Nicaragua, Kolumbien und Indonesien. Eine spannende Mischung für ca. 45 – 55 Minuten!

Aromen

Mit feinwürzigen, leicht nussig grundierten Holzaromen legt die mittelkräftige Zigarre los. Bald kommt auch dezente Süße durch; die Rauchtextur ist so cremig, wie man sie von dieser Marke kennt. Von der deutlichen Pfeffrigkeit, die nicaraguanischem Tabak gern nachgesagt wird, ist kaum etwas zu spüren, die Aromatik gibt sich eher mild und sehr harmonisch. Der Brasil-Wrapper steuert eine tolle herbsüße Kakaonote bei, deren hintergründige Erdigkeit im Rauchverlauf an Prägnanz gewinnt. Der Smoke wird im letzten Drittel generell etwas würziger, ohne seinen ausgewogenen Charakter zu verlieren.

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Cigars that offer full enjoyment without compromise at such moderate prices are not found too often. Here is such a treasure, in a wonderfully designed, warmly coloured box! The thick five-incher burns for about 45 - 60 minutes.

Flavours

Easily the most exciting format in the lovable range, this cigar holds everything we expect from good criollo. Various piquant spices play tag on the palate, a nice leather note runs through the background, which harmonises perfectly with sweet, but also subtly sour fruit tones. The longer the smoke lasts, the more the pithy, down-to-earth tobacco spicy facets gain the upper hand. The finer registers are nevertheless pulled further until they are put down, so that a play of aromas develops that is rare in this price category. Medium-bodied, yet quite full-flavoured.

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When Fuente also uses the popular wrappers from Ecuador, it must be something very special! The wrappers with the beautiful red tinge are matured for 10 years - more than just the icing on the cake of another great blend. Burns for about 55 - 65 minutes.

Aroma

You can really tell that this cigar has seen a lot of sunshine! The wonderfully creamy smoke carries a perfectly balanced blend of clinging fruit sweetness (apricot!) and a broad spectrum of distinctive woody-roasty notes to the palate. On the one hand a super "dessert cigar" of - at medium strength - rather gentle impression, it never lets you forget that you are not enjoying dessert, but tobacco with all its tannins and essential oils, which give it body and spice. In the course of the smoke, walnut flavour and a discreet pepper note inspire.

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Another 92-point test champion from Balmorals premium portfolio! Admirable how successfully the company has established itself in this segment. This Toro with a smoking time of approx. 75 - 90 minutes impressively shows why.

Flavours

The "Oscuro" variant is considered the strongest, along with the "Nicaragua" - not much of that is noticeable in this medium-bodied smoke. It is all the more harmoniously blended for it - the seductive chocolate and spice notes are clearly in focus, which result from the marriage of Brazilian tobacco with Mexican. Subtle fruity sweetness, but also refreshing ethereal herbs and conifers provide plenty of variety and an exciting, scintillating smoking experience that - like most cigars - becomes spicier towards the end. The smoke texture, however, remains wonderfully creamy throughout.

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At a real sensational price, the "crowned heads" offer this Toro-like boxpressed format in the aroma-rich Broadleaf wrapper. With a smoking time of approx. 70 - 85 minutes, it is far more than just an insider's tip - Maduro fans, get it!

Flavours

This expressive blend of good medium strength is a real feast for all those who appreciate a neat combination of chocolaty sweetness, intense coffee roast flavours and a well-thought-out reach for the spicy shelf! Expressive, with wonderfully deep aromas somewhere between peat and cocoa, racy spice with ginger and a little pepper, the taste picture clearly shaped by the enveloping Broadleaf offers plenty of savoury notes, but also sweet facets like "dark" liquorice sweetness. A full-bodied smoke with oily-dense smoke!

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Inspiration does not leave the Macanudo team so quickly! Shortly after the great "Tercio-Aged" comes the next delightful new release, partly composed - as the name suggests - from the very original flavour of Jamastrán tobacco. Smoking time approx. 65 - 75 minutes.

Flavour

Grown in a suitable location in the DomRep, the seeds from the Honduran Jamastrán Valley unfold their unique character. Delicate mineral notes immediately tickle the palate, which immediately bring salt to mind - but without appearing in the least intrusive or inappropriate. On the contrary, this teasingly spicy lead flavour (which vaguely reminds connoisseurs of the Cuban cult brand Sancho Panza!) harmonises excellently with delicately spicy-herbal tones, a delicate scent of precious wood and - as a balancing counterpoint - creamy-vanilla sweetness. The blend makes this smooth, medium-bodied Toro a truly unique specimen!

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This work of art does not come across as modern, abstract and incomprehensible, but as a great product of generations of Fuente's tradition of knowledge and experience. Best tobaccos and highest expertise provide 50 - 65 minutes of pure smoking pleasure.

Aroma

It would be difficult to combine many more different flavours in one cigar! Soft smoke consistency, well-dosed sweetness, roasted aromas of coffee beans and toast, dark chocolate, various nuts, but also numerous spices as well as hints of fruit, but also herbs - a whole rainbow unfolds! The compact "leg" has an extremely opulent, luxurious feel and unfolds an official aromatic depth at medium strength. It is not quite cheap, but is easily on a par with even more expensive luxury cigars. For quite a few, the best "Hemingway"!

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This timeless format at a bargain price is one of the bestsellers of the manufacturer "Tabacalera de García" for good reasons. With a smoking time of almost one hour, it offers all the trademarks of Dominican tobacco culture and a PLV that is hard to beat.

Aroma

The simple, shimmering bronze cigar ring wraps a veritable little firework of predominantly sweet aromas. Fruit notes are the focus of attention here, more so than in the big sister, complemented by pleasant, coffee-like roasted notes. Of course, tropical woods are also always present on the palate; without having to show off with strength, the Corona offers enough intensity to captivate even experienced smokers. On the palate, this is expressed in nicely balanced "dark" and finely spicy notes of white pepper and men's chocolate.

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It's incredible that the most popular larger format in the portfolio of this traditional Dominican brand has been missing until now. Not any more - friends of light tobacco enjoyment will be happy about the classic Toro (burns for approx. 70 - 80 minutes)

Flavours

Countless aficionados know and love the flavour profile of this brand, for many it was their introduction to the world of cigars. And the six-incher also comes with all the hallmarks of the classic blend: Charming fruit flavour with a sweet main accent meets that cedary tobacco taste that betrays its Caribbean provenance. Despite the low nicotine content, the smoke definitely has a certain spiciness to offer, reminiscent of white pepper. A latent grassiness gives way to more and more gentle earthy notes in the last third. A balanced pleasure, which is simply pleasant at any time.

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The handy pause smoke with RM 48 offers the perfect introduction to the world of the noble, mild Dominican "Griffin cigars". In the time window of approx. 40 - 50 minutes, it quickly becomes apparent how excellently Hendrik Kelner also manages a light Shadegrown blend!

Flavours

The first impression is astonishment at how uncommonly harmonious a clearly perceptible, admittedly relatively gentle spice harmonises here with blissful, lulling honey sweetness. White pepper, a hint of cinnamon and traces of fine herbal scents unfold alongside classic Shadegrown notes like toast/white bread, cereals and especially melting light nuts (especially almonds). The development is naturally limited at this short length - nevertheless, in the 2nd half there is a clear turn towards more roasted flavours like latte. The very moderate strength does not overwhelm even beginners.

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This gem at a - still - superfair price is one of the world's best-selling cigars. Convince yourself for about 55 - 70 minutes why! The name, by the way, refers to a trick to ensure even rolling.

Aroma

Not quite medium-bodied, this all-time favourite with its unbeatably pleasant burn is a masterpiece of blending. The sweet and sultry aroma of caramelised light nuts, moderate coffee roast flavours with a latent chocolaty undertone, the delicate scent of tropical woods and resins, but also animating traces of mildly spicy spices combine to create a taste picture of unclouded harmony. A perfect summer cigar, which gains noticeably more body and fine tartness as it progresses, and finishes with unadulterated, wonderful tobacco spice. Good again and again!

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More of a Petit Lancero is this beautiful 38, which seems to have fallen out of time in the era of the Gordos. The amazingly productive roll burns for 35 - 50 minutes and has been part of the broad Fuente portfolio for many decades.

Aroma

The unmistakable nutty undertone of the GR blend carries the aroma from A to Z. The narrow ring gauge, on the other hand, provides a somewhat spicier character, which is expressed in clear herbal notes as well as in a plus of nicely balanced spice from green pepper and cinnamon. Not to forget the marzipan sweetness of the wrapper, which runs constantly through the background. Later, more and more woody notes and a fine leathery component are added. With constant harmony, the strength rises from a very manageable to a smooth medium level.

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This classic toro is not as sinister as the name "Solar Eclipse" and the night-black tubo suggest - but while the thicker VSG.s tend to be a little lighter than the thin ones, this 75-90 minute enjoyment is quite something!

Flavours

A perfect cigar for a relaxed gentlemen's evening is this sturdy growler in a tubo, which plays off the characteristics of its format in exemplary fashion: Creamy-smooth smoke texture with plenty of variety! Here, "peppery" really means pleasant, pleasantly warming and only slightly pungent spice instead of penetrating bite, and it is wonderfully embedded in caramel sweetness, the typical coffee and malt/cocoa notes as well as - more clearly than with the Coronas - a latent fruitiness of sultanas and dark berries that shines through again and again. Gentle on the palate, yet rather something for experienced aficionados.

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If you want to easily spend 2 hours with an awe-inspiring long format of upscale strength, you won't easily find a fairer deal than this special Vítola, probably called more out of embarrassment than DC!

Flavours

Don't worry, this giant comes across a little less strong than the "Sorcerer" - otherwise it would probably be a real challenge even for Chuck Norris. A touch more sweetness, a clearer cocoa note, but less spice and roasted aromas, that's how you can describe the differences to the Churchill of the series. What unites them is of course the omnipresent fine woodiness of VSG, but also complexity and balance. The smoke has a silky smooth texture throughout - the unusual combination of 19 cm length, RM 54 and box pressing pays off. Harmonious, satisfying, delicious!

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No, the Gordito has no place in your hunting rifle, even if it reminds you of a shotgun shell. The contemporary Short Smoke blows out mighty clouds of smoke and provides for approx. 35 - 45 minutes of proper spectacle - also in terms of taste!

Flavours

Not surprisingly, the puffball is fully present immediately after lighting up and brings its aromas to the palate without fuss in the massive volume of smoke. And of course it shines with smooth flavour development and a particularly creamy mouthfeel. Certainly the lightest, most uncomplicated and beginner-friendly cigar in the series, light-medium, with prominent sweetness of chocolate and latte, but also soft earthy-malty notes and a toned-down version of the roast, pepper, wood and smoked tones that give the blend a hearty, spicy side.

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With excellent test results in the trade press and the best reception from customers, this cigar contributed in no small way to the great acclaim for Balmoral's 2015 entry into the premium sector. It burns for approx. 75 - 90 minutes.

Flavours

A complex, elegant smoke with just the right balance of sweet and spicy notes, smoothness and strength. In addition to the defining combination of distinctive spices and hearty smoky notes with latent chocolate sweetness, several other facets emerge as the smoke progresses - such as a delightful leathery impression, the scent of autumn leaves and, above all, nutty toasty aromas. The "harmless" starting cigar slides in terms of strength across the medium range and ends at just "medium+". It retains its balance until it is put down.