Punch La Isla MUP SEP 18 (PDLRW)

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Had this cigar picked out this weekend as I wanted check in to see how they are doing. Also wanted to pair it with a new 1792 Bottled in Bond bottle I just picked up. Just so happens Punch is the weekend review mashup!!

 

 

My first few of these have been real crackers!

This started out harsh with burnt tobacco/nuts notes. After about 5 mins I was really thinking about tossing it. Glad I didn’t as it smoothed out to a wonderful cigar.

This sample seemed to be med-full compared to my previous samples which weren’t as full bodied.

Started out with roasted nuts, dark coffee. I didn’t get the slightly sweet/fruity notes that I seem to get at times with punch.

The final half moved to a woody/cedar, espresso, nutty blend which finished on the upper end of medium. The burn was decent, requiring a few touch ups but was perfect after the first half.

Rated 91 (would have been a little higher if it weren’t for the first 3rd)

 

Some rib steaks for Valentine Day

 

 

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