Easter Review Competition

[El Presidente]

Cocoa notes  in a cigar  is a wonderful thing.  It is far more prominent in some marques than others. At the same time, some members can identify the characteristic better than others. 

it is the Easter weekend so let's get into  the spirit with an Easter Cigar Competition 

I will put together 3 samplers to win containing my selection of cigars with a "confectionary note" 

So 3 prizes to be drawn by Greg Tuesday our time. 

One prize will be the thread with the most member likes and the following two prizes will come straight out of the draw. 

So 

STEP 1

have an easter drink in hand

STEP 2

go to your humidor

STEP 3

Pick a cigar that you associate with cocoa/confectionary. 

STEP 4

pick the cigar and pour another drink. Hell, leave the bottle. 

STEP 4

Review the cigar. It is best if you can do it progressively.  Use the following format:

Start a New Thread

Don Cojones Magnifico  MOB DIC 16 : ERC (Easter Review competition). ......you don't have to put in (Easter Review Competition)...I am sure you worked that out. I only mention it for Kens benefit. 

STEP 5 

Take a photo during the review

STEP 6

Post the Review

 

You don't have to wait until Easter Sunday....you can start now 

Happy Easter!

Rob

[GWG]

belicoso finos sum may 17

1st third?

2nd third?????????

The rest ?????????????????????

To put it bluntly it's Easter, my b day, a damn good smoke, a damn good beer......life is good!!!!!

[El Presidente]

On 3/29/2018 at 12:16 PM, GWG said:

 

To put it bluntly it's Easter, my b day, a damn good smoke, a damn good beer......life is good!!!!!

Happy Birthday 

[KRunch61]

Monte Especial No.1 BME Jul 11
Ingredients: brown sugar, cocoa powder, and molasses = 27 g of carbs!

Happy b'day to GWG and Happy Easter to all!


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[jmh84]

Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos   SUM FEB 17 : ERC

Cheers! Been a member for a few years but have never posted a review before; this seemed like a great time to start.I have chosen a Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos for this. It’s only a year old, but it’s still a little chilly in the US Northeast so a petit corona size seemed like a good way to go. I’m pairing it with a Cabernet.

Main pre-light observance, other than the leathery, spicy smell is just how beautiful and well-constructed it is. Even with the smaller size, I expect a Cohiba to “look the part”, and this little guy does.

First third draws excellently, with a mixture of coffee, hay, and a little pepper on the tongue. I almost feel like I should say I detect chocolate right away, but if I do, it’s faint at the start – and likely because I’m looking for it...

As I get into the second third the flavors start to meld nicely. There’s a distinct cedar and spice profile here, and I am definitely starting to get some chocolate. Not just chocolate, but a deep mocha (I again reach for the wine).

The final third continues as the second; more intense, but smooth at the same time. It’s now also letting me know, subtly, that even at this size, it’s still a Cohiba. I can feel it, and it’s still burning beautifully with lots of smoke and great flavor.

All-in-all I have to say it’s a great little flavor bomb, especially if you like a strong/sweet combination that you can get with a Maduro. These should get even better with time in the humidor. I’m now going to chase this little Easter treat with a Godiva dark chocolate truffle and some more wine.  

Happy Easter everyone!

[Ferrero]

Hope you all had a great Easter break!

We had a massive number of entries into this one, thanks to all that participated.

The most liked review was @Akela3rd for his chocolate cigar. 

Random Picker then pulled @MooseAMuffin and @FatherOfPugs from the hat.

Congratulations to the winners! Send me a PM with your shipping information when you get the chance.

 

 

[IPORTER]

Congrats to the winners!!!!

[Fuzz]

Congrats to the winners, and thanks again to Rob and the Czar crew for putting up a great comp!

[Akela3rd]

What can I say? Thanks for the "likes" and if the prize is made up of chocolate cigars that's perfectly fitting and correct. This has certainly made a dirty, wet day at work much better! Thanks to Rob and crew for setting this one up. ???

[rcarlson]

I demand a recount!

(congrats, guys -- let us know what the Easter Bunny brings to your door)

[Akela3rd]

Many many thanks to you Rob, to Greg and the wonderful FoH team and to all that voted for a large chocolate cigar! Got back from a week away to find my prize waiting for me.
Bolivar Royal Corona
Montecristo Petit Edmundo
Punch Regio du Punch EL 2017

[fitzy]

Congrats everyone.