My uzi weighs a ton 5x60

Don Fernando · 10-23-2011, 12:04 AM

My uzi weighs a ton, yes, that is a Public Enemy song but it is also the latest creation of Drew Estate in cooperation with Joya de Nicaragua. All three sizes have a 60 ring gauge, the only difference is the length, 5 inch, 6 inch and 7 inch. I smoked the 5 inch version which I got from Jonathan Drew at the Intertabac tradeshow in Germany a few weeks ago. Even though it is a 60 ring cigar I was really looking forward to try it as I am a fan of the Liga Privada #9, Liga Privada T52 and the Undercrown.

The cellophane wrapped cigar comes with a big, modern yet simple and therefore pretty band. The greasy dark wrapper is oily. The construction feels good. I smell a mild wood smell. The predraw is fine and I taste raisin.

I taste an earthy flavor with spicy herbs although the spice tones down almost immediately. After half an inch I taste a mild sweetness too. After a third I taste some herbs, a bit of wood and a little bit of sugar. There isn't much development in flavors.

Halfway the cigar gets a little sweeter and soon after the cigar gets spicy too. I taste spicy herbs with a bit of pepper. After two thirds I also taste some spices. Near the end I taste wood and some herbs.

This cigar lasted me for two hours. The draw is great and I got a lot of smoke. The pepper and salt colored ash is firm. I had some problems with the burn. This cigar is medium flavored, medium bodied and a bit boring.

Would I buy this cigar again? Nope!

Appearance: 8 / 10
Construction: 7 / 10
Draw: 8 / 10
Burn: 6 / 10
Smoke & ash: 8 / 10
Aroma first part: 6 / 10
Aroma second part: 6 / 10
Aroma third part: 7 / 10

kelmac07 · 10-23-2011, 01:18 AM

Been curious about these. Guess I shouldn't be in a hurry to light the one I have up.

10-23-2011, 03:28 AM

Thanks for the review. I like Ligas and JdNs - sounds like something I'd like to try.

DaBear · 10-23-2011, 07:04 AM

Nice review Ferdie. I'm in the same boat. It was good, but boring. Not much flavor change. Plus I had a bit of a draw issue, but it opened up toward the end. Would I smoke it again? Sure. Would I actively seek it out? No, too many other goodies out there.

Remo · 10-23-2011, 08:56 AM

Thanks Ferdie

neoflex · 10-23-2011, 09:09 AM

Nice Review. I didn't realize that the 5 x 60s were even released. I didn't hink they were coming until mid November.

replicant_argent · 10-23-2011, 09:14 AM

I don't have the jaw of a python and wouldn't even consider a cigar that big. Not into the novelty/cutesy name thing either.
Well, probably with the exception of a chicken wing shake flavored cigar. I would be all over that like a chicken on a Junebug. I really should put a word in Jonnys ear. He hated my idea for a Sriracha flavored one, so he may put my ideas on the back burner again.
Sigh.

irratebass · 10-23-2011, 09:16 AM

Nice review, thanks....I haven't had an LP yet, I have been curious about this brand.

Ogre · 10-23-2011, 09:29 AM

Thanks for the review Ferdie. Scratch that from the immediate list!!!

Don Fernando · 10-23-2011, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neoflex

Nice Review. I didn't realize that the 5 x 60s were even released. I didn't hink they were coming until mid November.

I don't know if they are released in the USA yet, I know that we have them here in The Netherlands, only country in Europe though.

11-17-2011, 04:18 PM

Tried several of these over the past week, and agree with review; spot on. Probably a great golfing cigar, with nice flavors that aren't distracting and last a long time. Price point puts in class with some stiff competition, though...

ktblunden · 11-17-2011, 05:50 PM

I got a few of the pre-release 6x60s and I agree, boring cigar. I like the band though, mine came naked.

lenguamor · 11-17-2011, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by replicant_argent

I don't have the jaw of a python and wouldn't even consider a cigar that big. Not into the novelty/cutesy name thing either.
Well, probably with the exception of a chicken wing shake flavored cigar. I would be all over that like a chicken on a Junebug. I really should put a word in Jonnys ear. He hated my idea for a Sriracha flavored one, so he may put my ideas on the back burner again.
Sigh.

Sriracha. Cigar.

Genius.

Nice review, Ferdie.

Taki · 11-17-2011, 07:56 PM

Been wanting to try one of these for quit some time...great review!!!

Starscream · 11-18-2011, 06:28 PM

Ferdinand, I love how many of your reviews (like this one) make me drool b/c of your descriptions, yet at the end you say you would not buy it again. Even though you say no, I'd still love to try this merely b/c of your review.

icehog3 · 11-21-2011, 01:37 AM

Bought one at the B&M yesterday to help fulfill my obligatory purchase. Heard the name bandied about at CA, and it was the only thing that caught my eye.

I really didn't think I was going to like it the first several minutes, just pepper with a touch of earthiness, not really my cup of tea.

After a bit it settled though, into a creamier, mild spice and earth flavor. Not too complex, but certainly not a bad cigar. At the price it's unlikely I would buy another one, but wouldn't hesitate to smoke one if a friend handed one to me.

emopunker2004 · 11-21-2011, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by icehog3

Bought one at the B&M yesterday to help fulfill my obligatory purchase. Heard the name bandied about at CA, and it was the only thing that caught my eye.

I really didn't think I was going to like it the first several minutes, just pepper with a touch of earthiness, not really my cup of tea.

After a bit it settled though, into a creamier, mild spice and earth flavor. Not too complex, but certainly not a bad cigar. At the price it's unlikely I would buy another one, but wouldn't hesitate to smoke one if a friend handed one to me.

+1

ApexAZ · 02-10-2012, 08:20 PM

I have had a couple of these and I like them, but agree there are better options at the price point. I DO think that they would be a great recommendation for someone newer to cigars as its VERY smooth and has good flavor, while not being too strong. I think it could make a great gateway cigar

Thanks for the review!

Don Fernando · 02-12-2012, 02:47 AM

Jonathan gave me a few baitfish, looking forward to those as I think that the same blend in a thinner RG would be killer.

02-12-2012, 06:25 AM

Arambo3 gifted me one of these...looking forward to the smoke.

D

10-23-2011, 12:04 AM	#1
Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,070 Trading: (29)	My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 My uzi weighs a ton, yes, that is a Public Enemy song but it is also the latest creation of Drew Estate in cooperation with Joya de Nicaragua. All three sizes have a 60 ring gauge, the only difference is the length, 5 inch, 6 inch and 7 inch. I smoked the 5 inch version which I got from Jonathan Drew at the Intertabac tradeshow in Germany a few weeks ago. Even though it is a 60 ring cigar I was really looking forward to try it as I am a fan of the Liga Privada #9, Liga Privada T52 and the Undercrown. The cellophane wrapped cigar comes with a big, modern yet simple and therefore pretty band. The greasy dark wrapper is oily. The construction feels good. I smell a mild wood smell. The predraw is fine and I taste raisin. I taste an earthy flavor with spicy herbs although the spice tones down almost immediately. After half an inch I taste a mild sweetness too. After a third I taste some herbs, a bit of wood and a little bit of sugar. There isn't much development in flavors. Halfway the cigar gets a little sweeter and soon after the cigar gets spicy too. I taste spicy herbs with a bit of pepper. After two thirds I also taste some spices. Near the end I taste wood and some herbs. This cigar lasted me for two hours. The draw is great and I got a lot of smoke. The pepper and salt colored ash is firm. I had some problems with the burn. This cigar is medium flavored, medium bodied and a bit boring. Would I buy this cigar again? Nope! Appearance: 8 / 10 Construction: 7 / 10 Draw: 8 / 10 Burn: 6 / 10 Smoke & ash: 8 / 10 Aroma first part: 6 / 10 Aroma second part: 6 / 10 Aroma third part: 7 / 10 __________________ check out my reviews on my blog.

10-23-2011, 01:18 AM	#2
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Been curious about these. Guess I shouldn't be in a hurry to light the one I have up. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

10-23-2011, 03:28 AM	#3
LigaPrivadaT84 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Thanks for the review. I like Ligas and JdNs - sounds like something I'd like to try.

10-23-2011, 07:04 AM	#4
DaBear Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Bear Location: Raleigh, NC(NC State) Posts: 2,010 Trading: (26)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Nice review Ferdie. I'm in the same boat. It was good, but boring. Not much flavor change. Plus I had a bit of a draw issue, but it opened up toward the end. Would I smoke it again? Sure. Would I actively seek it out? No, too many other goodies out there.

10-23-2011, 08:56 AM	#5
Remo C.I.A Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Palm Harbor, Florida Posts: 12,597 Trading: (122)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Thanks Ferdie __________________

10-23-2011, 09:09 AM	#6
neoflex I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: John Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 2,765 Trading: (32)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Nice Review. I didn't realize that the 5 x 60s were even released. I didn't hink they were coming until mid November. __________________

10-23-2011, 09:14 AM	#7
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 I don't have the jaw of a python and wouldn't even consider a cigar that big. Not into the novelty/cutesy name thing either. Well, probably with the exception of a chicken wing shake flavored cigar. I would be all over that like a chicken on a Junebug. I really should put a word in Jonnys ear. He hated my idea for a Sriracha flavored one, so he may put my ideas on the back burner again. Sigh. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

10-23-2011, 09:16 AM	#8
irratebass EMPEROR TOMPKINS Join Date: Aug 2011 First Name: Mickey Location: Mooresville, Indiana Posts: 8,313 Trading: (48)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Nice review, thanks....I haven't had an LP yet, I have been curious about this brand. __________________

10-23-2011, 09:29 AM	#9
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Thanks for the review Ferdie. Scratch that from the immediate list!!! __________________

11-17-2011, 04:18 PM	#11
kokobill Guest Posts: n/a	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Tried several of these over the past week, and agree with review; spot on. Probably a great golfing cigar, with nice flavors that aren't distracting and last a long time. Price point puts in class with some stiff competition, though...

11-17-2011, 05:50 PM	#12
ktblunden Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Sep 2011 First Name: Kevin Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 350 Trading: (6)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 I got a few of the pre-release 6x60s and I agree, boring cigar. I like the band though, mine came naked.

11-17-2011, 07:56 PM	#14
Taki Welcome to the Layer Cake Join Date: Aug 2011 First Name: Taki Location: The Creek Posts: 2,271 Trading: (38)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Been wanting to try one of these for quit some time...great review!!! __________________

11-18-2011, 06:28 PM	#15
Starscream Knowhutimean, Vern? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: In a little town somewhere in the USA Posts: 10,237 Trading: (4)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Ferdinand, I love how many of your reviews (like this one) make me drool b/c of your descriptions, yet at the end you say you would not buy it again. Even though you say no, I'd still love to try this merely b/c of your review. __________________ Insert quote here.

11-21-2011, 01:37 AM	#16
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,778 Trading: (60)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Bought one at the B&M yesterday to help fulfill my obligatory purchase. Heard the name bandied about at CA, and it was the only thing that caught my eye. I really didn't think I was going to like it the first several minutes, just pepper with a touch of earthiness, not really my cup of tea. After a bit it settled though, into a creamier, mild spice and earth flavor. Not too complex, but certainly not a bad cigar. At the price it's unlikely I would buy another one, but wouldn't hesitate to smoke one if a friend handed one to me. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

02-10-2012, 08:20 PM	#18
ApexAZ Wandering aimlessly Join Date: Oct 2011 First Name: Brian Location: Sonoran Desert Posts: 1,299 Trading: (10)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 I have had a couple of these and I like them, but agree there are better options at the price point. I DO think that they would be a great recommendation for someone newer to cigars as its VERY smooth and has good flavor, while not being too strong. I think it could make a great gateway cigar Thanks for the review!

02-12-2012, 02:47 AM	#19
Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,070 Trading: (29)	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Jonathan gave me a few baitfish, looking forward to those as I think that the same blend in a thinner RG would be killer. __________________ check out my reviews on my blog.

02-12-2012, 06:25 AM	#20
dom1n8r Guest Posts: n/a	Re: My uzi weighs a ton 5x60 Arambo3 gifted me one of these...looking forward to the smoke. D