Release Date: April 22, 2014
Number of Cigars Released: 96 Boxes of 25 Cigars (2,400 Total Cigars)
Number of Cigars Smoked For Redux: 1
I’m still not sure how the Viaje Exclusivo Lancero made it almost seven years without being pulled out for a redux, but it certainly doesn’t look any worse for the extended rest. The wrapper still has a supple and oily texture, and like it did originally there is a bit of mottling and some small veins. It’s still firm when squeezed, though I’m not going to test the fragility of the leaf that much. Honestly, were it not for knowing the age of the cigar, I don’t know if there is anything that would suggest this didn’t just come off the shelf. The foot of the cigar has a slightly meaty aroma but it is otherwise very mild. The cold draw is slightly tight but not problematic, especially considering the vitola. The flavor is also mild but has a bit more of a chocolate chip brownie flavor.
Nat Sherman Timeless Dominican 555 – halfwheel
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ADVentura The Conqueror Comandante – halfwheel
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Release Date: November 2017
Number of Cigars Smoked For Redux: 1
Thinking I may have stepped into
Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, I stare at this rather small cigar for a few more moments than normal. Everything has been shrunk down band included yet it still reminds me of the bigger Liga Privada vitolas. The wrapper leaf is a mottled, earthy brown, with coloration that makes the seams visible. Even smaller veins seem to stand out on this size given the lack of visual of real estate for them to hide. The cap seems a bit oversized, looking like a hastily placed toupee, and leading me to wonder if a hole punch might have produced a slightly cleaner cut. The cigar has some give to it, probably more than I’ve felt from any cigar recently, though given the small ring gauge I’m not overly concerned. There isn’t a lot of aroma offered by the foot; a bit of earthiness, some dry tobacco, and maybe a suggestion at barnyard. The cold draw is pretty spot on with air flow while being lighter