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[yuppie]

I had high hopes for this 1999 SLR Corona, but I was severely disappointed. I got these in the mail 10 days ago and thought that was enough rest to try lighting one up. I probably should have listened to Dave the Dude and rinsed it under the sink for a few seconds! Hot air, cardboard. Not. Good. I wonder if these were improperly stored or I'm expecting too much from 25 years of age. Past their prime? I'll put them lower in the tower and rinse the next one before trying again.

[Boss Hog]

4 hours ago, MadridPuros said:

Agreed. Haven’t had the other vitolas but have heard none are worth it other than Distinguidos. 

The Salomones are definitely worth consideration. 

The only problem is that they are rare as hen’s teeth. 

3 hours ago, Ford2112 said:

This is just my opinion but I like the exclusivos and divinos.  I will have to hunt down some of these as it’s the only Cuaba Vitola I havent had. Sometimes the little ones can be tent pegs but it is an under the radar marque for sure. I had a Solomon once. I remember liking the one I had.

Never had any construction or draw issues with the Distinguidos or Salomones.

Only reason I gave up on the Divinos and Exclusivos, as I truly enjoy the flavour profile of this particular marca.

Now if you can get your hands on a Diadema, those were simply spectacular.

[X-Man]

Have a lovely weekend FOH!

[Havanaaddict]

3 hours ago, yuppie said:

I had high hopes for this 1999 SLR Corona, but I was severely disappointed. I got these in the mail 10 days ago and thought that was enough rest to try lighting one up. I probably should have listened to Dave the Dude and rinsed it under the sink for a few seconds! Hot air, cardboard. Not. Good. I wonder if these were improperly stored or I'm expecting too much from 25 years of age. Past their prime? I'll put them lower in the tower and rinse the next one before trying again.

I know you smoke a lot of vintage stuff just like I do. But I have never had much luck with stuff from '99. A few boxes here and there, I don’t think it’s the fact that its past its prime. I just don’t think they were using the best tobacco during that period. I have had stuff from early '70s, '80s and '90s up to '98. Everything is still smoking perfectly. You could try humidifying them separately in a bag. See if the humidification brings up the flavor.

[Gemini_Man]

God of Fire Serie B. Excellent. 

[JohnS]

Quai d'Orsay No.50 - OER Jun 2021...

[MAT]

A weekend visit to a new world...

[joeypots]

Trinidad Media Luna that I got as a bonus stick in a trade from a few years ago.

[Boss Hog]

La Gloria Cubana Via Balcanica Edición Regional Bulgaria 2020.

[VasileDulap]

3 hours ago, Boss Hog said:

La Gloria Cubana Via Balcanica Edición Regional Bulgaria 2020.

How was it? 

[Boss Hog]

2 hours ago, VasileDulap said:

How was it? 

If I had to describe it in one word, it would have to be…

Elegant. Smooth, refined with subtle nuances and complexity. Creamy mouthfeel with a gentle sweetness throughout the smoking experience. Very well balanced cigar. And the overall construction is impeccable. 

Hope this helps.

[VasileDulap]

2 hours ago, Boss Hog said:

If I had to describe it in one word, it would have to be…

Elegant. Smooth, refined with subtle nuances and complexity. Creamy mouthfeel with a gentle sweetness throughout the smoking experience. Very well balanced cigar. And the overall construction is impeccable. 

Hope this helps. 

Thank you! Can’t wait for some nice weather to light one up.

[rodrigo gonzalez]

Morning espresso. Davidoff Gold Mini.

[El Hoze]

898 - another top scorer in the aroma category for me. 

[MadridPuros]

[BG318]

Hoyo Epi 2 and Monte Especial 2.

[yuppie]

UEB DIC 17 PL Coronas 5ta Avenida

Is it my imagination or do dark wrappers hit different than light wrappers? Last year, I had this same cigar, same date code, but it came from a different box and the wrapper was significantly lighter. this one is still an awesome smoke, but it just seems a little bit more rich with a slight hint of spice that’s more prominent than the other one that I had. 

This morning I had a PLPC from 2017 as well with very dark wrappers. It wasn’t like my other box of lighter colored wrapper PLPC at all. 

Unless I’m hallucinating, I think that I’m more fond of lighter colored wrappers and the sweetness and subtlety, the lightness that they offer. 

Just me?

2001 Diplo No. 3 -- Started out like nothing, I was ready for the let down, then after the first 1/8th inch, it really came alive and woke up!

[Glass Half Full]

BR 109 (Fall 2025 purchase) - IMO this issue of the 109 is evolving quite nicely.  While generally mild, the opening third has its own set of transitions -- and the 3rd/3rd has built in intensity.  Construction remains perfect.  Retros are great, a big part of the fun.  

Thanks good people of Bond Roberts!  Looking forward to more time on these.  

[havanaclub]

Been awhile, too cold out! Tonight is -1C and great with my space heater. ASR Jul 2019 Connie A.

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[JohnS]

3 hours ago, yuppie said:

This morning I had a PLPC from 2017 as well with very dark wrappers. It wasn’t like my other box of lighter colored wrapper PLPC at all. 

Unless I’m hallucinating, I think that I’m more fond of lighter colored wrappers and the sweetness and subtlety, the lightness that they offer. 

Just me?

Definitely, it's not just you! 😉

[LaoFan]

JLP Selección LCdH + Cutthroat into the wee hours of the night.

[Sudzdaddy]

H. Upmann Sir Winston, SSU ENE 02. Punch produced an easy draw with a clean burn-line and clouds of wispy, white smoke. Retro provided a nasal burn with minerally accents. Creamy cedar, rich leather, and a coffee ramp in the end that barely reached medium, overall an impeccable selection. 

[Gemini_Man]

Partagas Legados. Deep rich and robust. Thanks T!!

[MAT]

[tbelle7]

NC - thx JD