Homebrew Posted July 1, 2006 Share Posted July 1, 2006 Bolivar Tubo#3 (PUC Sep 00) 4 7/8 x 34 ring Date of review Saturday July 1 , 2006 I normally don’t review a cigar OTT, but after my first one, 15 minutes after delivery, I had to review the second one today. Slightly ugly little stick, with a poorly applied triple cap, and a green watermark near the foot. Though ugly, there are no lumps or soft spot, so besides it's appearance, it seems to be well constructed. I snip the cap, with my Palio cutter that was gifted to me by DED, thanks bro, and took a test draw. A little tight, but I prefer smaller ring cigars to be a little tight. I toast the foot, and take my first draw. I am immediately hit with the full bore earthy flavors of the classic Bolivar “In Your Face, profile. Rich full bodied smoke, that explodes on contact, with my taste buds with the flavors of leather and sweet spice. The first third, is an assault on your senses, slamming them into submission, but that is OK, I like things a little rough. The flavors are intense, but smooth and rich. At about ¾” the smoke becomes a little bit creamy, but with a full spicy richness that can’t be ignored. In the second third of this wonderful diminutive smoke, the flavors mellow a bit, and start a nice interplay between the spices, all the while maintaining a nice balance of leather, cream, leather, and spice. One puff the cinnamon takes the forefront, the next nutmeg. Toward the last of the second third, an Anise taste becomes dominant. The final third, kicks it up a notch, which I previously thought was impossible, and my lips and tongue are almost overcome with the flavor assault as they begin to pleasantly tingle. I lay this cigar to rest, only after sustaining minor burns on my fingers, and lips, which were numb anyway, from the intensity of the spice. This cigar has a vitamin N kick that makes it a definite pick for my rotation, as I like them strong, but would not be a good cigar for a new smoker. The finish is very long, and I am still feeling the effects, and the tingling remains, for up to an hour after I laid it to rest. I would rate this cigar at 4.7 on the 5 point scale. I think I will need to order more of these before they are gone. A Wonderful 45 minute, full-bodied Powerhouse, this has a definite place in my rotation. I originally purchased this box, as an add on to an order to save shipping. My plan was to give them to friends, who just wanted a cigar, but weren’t normally smokers. But now they are mine, I will have to order something else for them, as I don’t want Ill guests. Dave (A.K.A. Homebrew) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa1257 Posted July 1, 2006 Share Posted July 1, 2006 Very nice review! Got to love the Bold power of Bolivar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokinLightning Posted July 1, 2006 Share Posted July 1, 2006 Excellent review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrink Posted July 2, 2006 Share Posted July 2, 2006 Enticing review, Dave. Thanks for sharing the delight of your "discovery". It's one thing to buy a box of something "safe", that you know is going to be good. It's something else to get something out of curiosity, or because it's aged, or at a good price, and discover a hidden gem. The stronger the Boli, the better it ages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Twain Posted July 2, 2006 Share Posted July 2, 2006 Thanks for the review. I am a bargain hunter by nature and this sounds like a nice way to get an aged Bolivar for a great price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Presidente Posted July 3, 2006 Share Posted July 3, 2006 Great review Dave! They can be tight, ugly and sometimes bitter. Get one in the mood however and they are ruthless :-P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebrew Posted July 3, 2006 Author Share Posted July 3, 2006 » Great review Dave! » » They can be tight, ugly and sometimes bitter. » » Get one in the mood however and they are ruthless :-P So Far I have smoked 3 of these, and they have all been wonderful smokes. Either I am lucky, or this box is consistantly great. Dave (A.K.A. Homebrew) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Twain Posted July 3, 2006 Share Posted July 3, 2006 » Great review Dave! » » They can be tight, ugly and sometimes bitter. » Temptation was too great, I just put my order in--but I am forewarned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Diggamus Posted July 6, 2006 Share Posted July 6, 2006 Excellent review!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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