I jumped into the C&C realm...

[ShortFatHokie]

Was looking for a cheap 10+/- minute smoke and grabbed a box each of Partagas Chicos and Montecristo Puritos in spite of some of the "warnings" I had read on the 'net.

Kinda glad I did.

I've smoked 4 or 5 from each box since I got them a few weeks back and must say, they are tasty little boogers! Both hold true to form in flavor...you get that spicy/sweet in-your-face Partagas flavor from the Chicos and that espresso/cocoa flavor from the Purtios.

For a machine made stick, for what they cost, and for what I was looking for in a cheap, quick smoke, I'm quite happy that I took a chance on these.

[Hunter1974]

always wanted to try the chicos myself

[jonnyzhiming]

Sometimes, best to really just jump in and try for oneself..

[Corylax18]

I haven't tried any CC minis along the lines of what you are describing, but I used to smoke the CAO Brazillia minis between class and during breaks. Since I have gotten more into CC's and graduated, both from school its been years since I have had something that size.

I may have to pick up a box of some of my favorite little guys and see what I've been missing. Thanks!

[JoeyW]

i like the monty puritos . they are good and cheap