Jimmy_jack Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 This is my first Hoyo Ep #1. It was part of a sampler package that I selected. It is also a Tubo version. Unfortunately I don't know the date or box code. Construction: Nice light wrapper. Somewhat bumpy but I don't care about that. Firm roll with no soft spots and a great looking foot. The cap is nicely done but has some lifting along the edges. Pre-light: After the cut the pre-light draw is very nice. Somewhat snug but workable. A light grass taste, sweetness and a spice...like a baking spice. Maybe nutmeg? First third: The burn is inconsistent but then self corrects becoming a nice straight burn. The flavor is light to medium with flavors of light tobacco and hay. Also a white pepper on the retrohale. Second third: Burn is still consistent. There is a good amount of smoke, the draw is still snug. The flavor has returned to the baking flavors...and even...is that sourdough? I've often read of it but never tasted it...so I think that's what it is. Very nice. Final third: I need to learn to slow down on smoking. Its getting a but hot. The flavor is great and if I squeeze a little I am rewarded with a lot more smoke. Some of the white pepper flavor has returned. Overall: Definitely a great smoke. I would love to have more of these and rest them for a while, I think this stick would have been better with more resting. I would give it an 8/10. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miurajus Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 Thanks for the review!! Beautiful wrapper on that guy and nice ash!! In my experiences latter portions of cigars can be a tad more powerful and as you mentioned require a little more patience. Try placing your thumb and pointer/middle finger under the cherry as if you'd pinch the cigar right under the ash along the wrapper. I can usually gauge how hot a given cigar is progressing from the heat emanating through the wrapper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMonk Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Nicely done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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