Reviews

Upon researching this cigar, one thing stands out: the strength. The Joya de Nicaragua website lists this cigar as a 6⁄5 in strength and states: This cigar is for the experienced connoisseur who does not only appreciate, but also craves unadulterated boldness in their cigar – novices need not light. So, immediately I’m thinking this cigar is going to be a nicotine and flavor bomb. Don’t get me wrong, the cigar is definitely full flavored and medium-full strength, but if you’re expecting Opus X levels of strength you won’t find it here. Read more…

This cigar is another one of my favorites. It’s a great cigar with a straightforward array of flavors, but there’s some really interesting notes if you really focus on it. Upon first reflection it seems like it’s just oak, some dry grassiness, a little pepper, and some creaminess toward the end. But when I smoked this cigar for review I also noticed almond liqueur. I’m not one to pick out strange and specific notes from cigars, partly because I don’t think it’s useful, and mostly because I can’t. Read more…

This cigar is one of my favorites, which is why I decided to review it first on this website. It has a pretty simple set of flavors and aromas that agree very well with me (leather, dry oak, and baking spices). However, it tastes like a much more expensive cigar than this description might suggest. Named after Melanio Oliva, the patriarch to whom the brand traces its roots, the cigar features a fermented blend of ligero fillers. Read more…