Skywalker
03-08-2009, 04:05 PM
This cigar was gifted to me by Mark of Tower Pipe and Tobacco in Sacramento!!!
As advertised:
G.A.R. Cigar brand is the cigar created by George A. Rico (GAR) for the world of cigar smokers that like a bit more flavor than most average cigars displace. If you are ready for a taste that is meaty and full bodied then look no longer. Get a taste and get hooked on G.A.R Cigars by George A. Rico.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Corojo
Binder: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Filler: Nicaraguan
Vitola: Rico Grande Torpedo (6 X 54)
This cigar is well constructed and has a silky smooth wrapper. I paired it with a Red Rocket Ale!!!
http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/8176/gar02m.jpg
The pre-light draw was perfect - Like breathing! The first few puffs produced copious amounts of white smoke. I love the box-pressed shape of this cigar. You could set this down on a flat surface if needed.
http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/217/gar04.jpg
The first flavors detected were cedar and almonds. This cigar is very floral with a hint of toasted bread and nuts. I love these types of flavors in a cigar!
http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/752/gar06.jpg
At the half way point a small amount of black pepper is detected. This is not overwhelming or harsh at all. I welcome this change. It really is paired nicely with the ale. Yum!!!
http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/7849/gar08.jpg
I cannot believe the construction of this cigar. It had no burn issues at all. The draw was consistent throughout. I really enjoyed the changes this cigar took. It was never boring or bland! I loved the flavor of cedar, nuts, toast, and pepper!
http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/2540/gar11.jpg
Total smoke time took 1 hour and 55 minutes.
Construction/Appearance: 9.5 out of 10
Flavor Balance: 8 out of 10
Strength: Medium
Over all experience: 8 out of 10
Value: This was gifted but I would expect to pay around $8.00 per stick
Would I smoke it again? Yes!!!
Thanks Mark!!!
As advertised:
G.A.R. Cigar brand is the cigar created by George A. Rico (GAR) for the world of cigar smokers that like a bit more flavor than most average cigars displace. If you are ready for a taste that is meaty and full bodied then look no longer. Get a taste and get hooked on G.A.R Cigars by George A. Rico.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Corojo
Binder: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Filler: Nicaraguan
Vitola: Rico Grande Torpedo (6 X 54)
This cigar is well constructed and has a silky smooth wrapper. I paired it with a Red Rocket Ale!!!
http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/8176/gar02m.jpg
The pre-light draw was perfect - Like breathing! The first few puffs produced copious amounts of white smoke. I love the box-pressed shape of this cigar. You could set this down on a flat surface if needed.
http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/217/gar04.jpg
The first flavors detected were cedar and almonds. This cigar is very floral with a hint of toasted bread and nuts. I love these types of flavors in a cigar!
http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/752/gar06.jpg
At the half way point a small amount of black pepper is detected. This is not overwhelming or harsh at all. I welcome this change. It really is paired nicely with the ale. Yum!!!
http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/7849/gar08.jpg
I cannot believe the construction of this cigar. It had no burn issues at all. The draw was consistent throughout. I really enjoyed the changes this cigar took. It was never boring or bland! I loved the flavor of cedar, nuts, toast, and pepper!
http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/2540/gar11.jpg
Total smoke time took 1 hour and 55 minutes.
Construction/Appearance: 9.5 out of 10
Flavor Balance: 8 out of 10
Strength: Medium
Over all experience: 8 out of 10
Value: This was gifted but I would expect to pay around $8.00 per stick
Would I smoke it again? Yes!!!
Thanks Mark!!!