Punch Cask Aged

macpappy · 11-26-2008, 03:37 PM

I took a shot and ordered the Punch Cask Aged promotion from JR Cigars and received them a little over a week ago. The ones I got were the 6.12x50, medium-full bodied, Dark Brown Ecuador Sumatran Wrapper, Connecticut Binder with the DR/HON/NIC filler. At $59.95 for 20, I figured I couldn't go too far wrong. I think this is the same as the Punch Pitas.

When I got mine I pulled five out and put them in the cellos that were included and put those in my humidor. The others I placed in my cooler. I decided to try one today.

I was surprised at how nice of a smoke this was. It felt a little soft before lighting but it let easy, had a very nice draw and produce good smoke. The flavor started out a little milder than I normally like and it was only slightly spicy to start. The spice did build a little but never got too spicy. I also found it to be sort of creamy/nutty with maybe a little woodsy taste to it.

The ash held up well if not completely straight and was still holding until about a 1/3 of the way into the smoke. It fell off more because I bumped by hand on the chair arm then anything. The burn stayed even and I didn't have to retouch or relight at all. After close to 1-1/2 hours it was down to about an inch and it went out when I placed it in the ashtray to answer the phone.

Overall I feel this was a good purchase and I'm glad I made it.

By the way, I had a glass of The Glenlivet Nadurra while smoking this and it paired well.

Skywalker · 11-26-2008, 04:02 PM

I was wondering about these!!! The barrels look great!!!

Thanks for the review!!! Punch is one of my favorites!!!

BlackIrish · 11-26-2008, 04:37 PM

I've been tempted by these too. Thanks for the review!

11-26-2008, 05:18 PM

Great review. I have been waiting to make the purchase but I guess now is the time!

12-01-2008, 03:03 PM

Great review

gvarsity · 12-01-2008, 09:24 PM

I have to admit the packaging peaked my interest. I always love Punch cigars. Unfortunately I'm trying to trim down my collection not add to it. Nice review. Thanks.

07-27-2009, 09:56 PM

The casks are on sale at jrcigar.com. Each day they are selling one type for "rediculously" low prices!!!

MarkinAZ · 07-27-2009, 10:04 PM

Thanks for the informative review macpappy. Love Punch myself. I have a few Gran Puro Rancho's left from 2006 that are doing quite well Will hate to see these eventually go...

Starscream · 07-27-2009, 10:06 PM

I've wondered about all these JR cask aged sticks. Thanks for the review.

09-26-2009, 05:07 PM

Do you know how these hold up to traditional uncask aged sticks of the same brand?

macpappy · 09-26-2009, 05:19 PM

I still have about 9 left from my original purchase. I smoked one last week and it was everything I have come to enjoy from a Punch. The flavor profile was still good, the draw was good and the burn was very even. I keep them in the cask inside a cooler I use for storage. It's maintained at 65%.

I added a cask of the Dominican Cohiba's last month but haven't tried one of them lately.

Snake Hips · 09-26-2009, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mariogolbee

Do you know how these hold up to traditional uncask aged sticks of the same brand?

Same cigars in a gimmick package.

09-26-2009, 10:49 PM

Thanks for the review! I've only smoked one Punch cigar, a regular line Magnum. I was surprised by how much I liked it.

JJG · 09-27-2009, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake Hips

Same cigars in a gimmick package.

I doubt I would even smoke the cigars, but I might still be tempted to buy some just for the silly barrel. which is probably what JR is counting on. It's a gimmick, but it works!

09-28-2009, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake Hips

Same cigars in a gimmick package.

I can see the gimmick part but all of the cigars offered this way are the same exact size. For all of them the size is not a traditional one either. The value seems to be pretty spot on though. Just want to know if I get the Partagas Blacks are they gonna taste like Partagas Blacks.

macpappy · 09-28-2009, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mariogolbee

I can see the gimmick part but all of the cigars offered this way are the same exact size. For all of them the size is not a traditional one either. The value seems to be pretty spot on though. Just want to know if I get the Partagas Blacks are they gonna taste like Partagas Blacks.

I would say yes. The Punch that I bought taste just like the Punch I usually smoke.

09-29-2009, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by macpappy

I would say yes. The Punch that I bought taste just like the Punch I usually smoke.

Thanks. I think that for $70 a cask it's not too bad then.

11-26-2008, 03:37 PM	#1
macpappy Rider on the storm. Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 851 Trading: (0)	Punch Cask Aged I took a shot and ordered the Punch Cask Aged promotion from JR Cigars and received them a little over a week ago. The ones I got were the 6.12x50, medium-full bodied, Dark Brown Ecuador Sumatran Wrapper, Connecticut Binder with the DR/HON/NIC filler. At $59.95 for 20, I figured I couldn't go too far wrong. I think this is the same as the Punch Pitas. When I got mine I pulled five out and put them in the cellos that were included and put those in my humidor. The others I placed in my cooler. I decided to try one today. I was surprised at how nice of a smoke this was. It felt a little soft before lighting but it let easy, had a very nice draw and produce good smoke. The flavor started out a little milder than I normally like and it was only slightly spicy to start. The spice did build a little but never got too spicy. I also found it to be sort of creamy/nutty with maybe a little woodsy taste to it. The ash held up well if not completely straight and was still holding until about a 1/3 of the way into the smoke. It fell off more because I bumped by hand on the chair arm then anything. The burn stayed even and I didn't have to retouch or relight at all. After close to 1-1/2 hours it was down to about an inch and it went out when I placed it in the ashtray to answer the phone. Overall I feel this was a good purchase and I'm glad I made it. By the way, I had a glass of The Glenlivet Nadurra while smoking this and it paired well. __________________ WARNING: I am a Southern White Male. I have a brain and I know how to use it.

11-26-2008, 04:02 PM	#2
Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	Re: Punch Cask Aged I was wondering about these!!! The barrels look great!!! Thanks for the review!!! Punch is one of my favorites!!! __________________ Smoke what you like!!!

11-26-2008, 04:37 PM	#3
BlackIrish MassHole Militia Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Eddie Location: Bunker Hill Posts: 1,395 Trading: (55)	Re: Punch Cask Aged I've been tempted by these too. Thanks for the review! __________________

11-26-2008, 05:18 PM	#4
scooter Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Punch Cask Aged Great review. I have been waiting to make the purchase but I guess now is the time!

12-01-2008, 03:03 PM	#5
workinonit50 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Punch Cask Aged Great review

12-01-2008, 09:24 PM	#6
gvarsity still crazy Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 621 Trading: (15)	Re: Punch Cask Aged I have to admit the packaging peaked my interest. I always love Punch cigars. Unfortunately I'm trying to trim down my collection not add to it. Nice review. Thanks.

07-27-2009, 09:56 PM	#7
bookman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Punch Cask Aged The casks are on sale at jrcigar.com. Each day they are selling one type for "rediculously" low prices!!!

07-27-2009, 10:04 PM	#8
MarkinAZ Formerly MarkinOR Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Sun City West, AZ Posts: 6,220 Trading: (40)	Re: Punch Cask Aged Thanks for the informative review macpappy. Love Punch myself. I have a few Gran Puro Rancho's left from 2006 that are doing quite well Will hate to see these eventually go... __________________ "Don't worry, God will work out His plan for your life..." Psalm 138 8

07-27-2009, 10:06 PM	#9
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: Punch Cask Aged I've wondered about all these JR cask aged sticks. Thanks for the review. __________________ Insert quote here.

09-26-2009, 05:07 PM	#10
mariogolbee Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Punch Cask Aged Do you know how these hold up to traditional uncask aged sticks of the same brand?

09-26-2009, 05:19 PM	#11
macpappy Rider on the storm. Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 851 Trading: (0)	Re: Punch Cask Aged I still have about 9 left from my original purchase. I smoked one last week and it was everything I have come to enjoy from a Punch. The flavor profile was still good, the draw was good and the burn was very even. I keep them in the cask inside a cooler I use for storage. It's maintained at 65%. I added a cask of the Dominican Cohiba's last month but haven't tried one of them lately. __________________ WARNING: I am a Southern White Male. I have a brain and I know how to use it.

09-26-2009, 10:49 PM	#13
njstone Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Punch Cask Aged Thanks for the review! I've only smoked one Punch cigar, a regular line Magnum. I was surprised by how much I liked it.