Nica Libre

Blueface · 03-21-2010, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by leasingthisspace

I think they are tasty in their own right.

I also think I am a Padrom maddy whore.
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My question then to you is, are they Padrons?

Tasty in their own right is OK. Nothing wrong with that. In fact, I have yet to find anyone that didn't enjoy them. That said, they must be well made and blended.
However, the thing with these is the comparison to Padron, at a fraction of the cost.

Tredegar · 03-21-2010, 08:12 PM

I just recently tried one that was given to me in a PIF and i was pleasantly surprised by it. I really enjoyed the one I had and may have get a fiver or two in the near future.

Razorhog · 03-21-2010, 08:23 PM

Anyone care to comment on what they taste like? (besides a Padron)

OHRD · 03-22-2010, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Razorhog

Anyone care to comment on what they taste like? (besides a Padron)

Though full of flavor, the Nica Libre was a one-dimensional smoke for me. The finish throughout was very dry and earthy, and the dominant profile was sweet chocolate, without the bitterness. Throughout the smoke, there was a subtle creaminess that fought to break through the dryness, and only rarely made it to the surface. There were also notes of espresso and hazelnut with a palate-soaking finish. I’ve been on a non-Maduro kick as of late, so this was a nice, steady re-introduction.

Razorhog · 03-22-2010, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by matthewjmichael

Though full of flavor, the Nica Libre was a one-dimensional smoke for me. The finish throughout was very dry and earthy, and the dominant profile was sweet chocolate, without the bitterness. Throughout the smoke, there was a subtle creaminess that fought to break through the dryness, and only rarely made it to the surface. There were also notes of espresso and hazelnut with a palate-soaking finish. I’ve been on a non-Maduro kick as of late, so this was a nice, steady re-introduction.

Thanks! I've been on the same non-maduro kick. These sound like a bargain but I don't know if I'm ready to delve back into maddies just yet.

shilala · 04-02-2010, 08:46 AM

I noticed how Padronesque this cigar looked the very first time I saw it. I have to admit that just looking, it definately gave me an impression that it must be excellent. Then realizing it was a knock-off, I've avoided it.
After reading through this thread, I'm going to have to try some if I can lay my hands on them.

Blueface · 04-02-2010, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by shilala

I noticed how Padronesque this cigar looked the very first time I saw it. I have to admit that just looking, it definately gave me an impression that it must be excellent. Then realizing it was a knock-off, I've avoided it.
After reading through this thread, I'm going to have to try some if I can lay my hands on them.

Just saw and posted on you Monarca thread.
Just understand you should not expect that same result.

Blueface · 04-02-2010, 11:36 AM

Am I alone here?
I can't help but each and ever time I see this thread or pronounce Nica Libre to think of this:
Clicky

kgraybill · 03-21-2010, 08:23 PM

While they are tasty and well made, the ones that I have smoked burned a little off and burned quick. The torp lasted about 45 minutes when the Padron torp generaly last me around a hour and a half (maybe I unconsiencly smoke Padrons slower because I know that I spent so much on it). The flavor was good and steady but seemed not as refined as a Padron.
They will be smoked to a lip and finger burning nub every time just like a Padron.

03-22-2010, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

My question then to you is, are they Padrons?

Tasty in their own right is OK. Nothing wrong with that. In fact, I have yet to find anyone that didn't enjoy them. That said, they must be well made and blended.
However, the thing with these is the comparison to Padron, at a fraction of the cost.

No I don't think they are Padrons. They do IMO have flavors in common though. Earthy and cocoa are a couple of the common tastes. Would I smoke this instead of Padrons? I am not really sure, but I do know if you like Padron maddies you need to at least try one or 5 and decide of yourself. Taste is a funny thing like that. I may think they are the bee's knee but you may think you just wasted a couple of bucks on a crap stick.

If you end up not enjoying them though let me know I will gladly take them off your hands.

Zanaspus · 03-22-2010, 06:58 AM

I smoke Padrons. I own Padrons. I love Padrons. You sir, are no Padron.

But it is a good cigar.

03-21-2010, 08:12 PM	#2
Tredegar Sing along with me Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 670 Trading: (9)	Re: Nica Libre I just recently tried one that was given to me in a PIF and i was pleasantly surprised by it. I really enjoyed the one I had and may have get a fiver or two in the near future.

03-21-2010, 08:23 PM	#3
Razorhog Feeling at Home Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: Beau Location: NE Arkansas Posts: 600 Trading: (4)	Re: Nica Libre Anyone care to comment on what they taste like? (besides a Padron)

04-02-2010, 08:46 AM	#6
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Nica Libre I noticed how Padronesque this cigar looked the very first time I saw it. I have to admit that just looking, it definately gave me an impression that it must be excellent. Then realizing it was a knock-off, I've avoided it. After reading through this thread, I'm going to have to try some if I can lay my hands on them. __________________

04-02-2010, 11:36 AM	#8
Blueface Gramps 4x's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Horatio Seymore Hiny Location: Boca Raton - North of La Habana Posts: 8,774 Trading: (8)	Re: Nica Libre Am I alone here? I can't help but each and ever time I see this thread or pronounce Nica Libre to think of this: Clicky __________________ Little known fact: I am a former member of the Village People - The Indian

03-21-2010, 08:23 PM	#9
kgraybill Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ken Location: Ellenwood, Georgia Posts: 181 Trading: (0)	Re: Nica Libre While they are tasty and well made, the ones that I have smoked burned a little off and burned quick. The torp lasted about 45 minutes when the Padron torp generaly last me around a hour and a half (maybe I unconsiencly smoke Padrons slower because I know that I spent so much on it). The flavor was good and steady but seemed not as refined as a Padron. They will be smoked to a lip and finger burning nub every time just like a Padron. __________________ Ken

03-22-2010, 06:58 AM	#11
Zanaspus Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Tony Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 492 Trading: (3)	Re: Nica Libre I smoke Padrons. I own Padrons. I love Padrons. You sir, are no Padron. But it is a good cigar. __________________ If you're gonna be a lamb, you might as well be a sheep.