Man O' War Special Edition Figurado

Kreth · 08-02-2009, 04:29 PM

I snagged a 5er of these from cbid for $21.

Humidor time: Just a couple of days.

Prelight: This figurado measures a hefty 7.1" x 58 at its thickest. The wrapper is smooth, with a nice oily sheen and minimal veins. Prelight draw is a little tight probably due to the narrow foot, and tastes of oak and spice.

Burn: The burn was a bit raggedy, probably due to a combination of the tapered foot and the fact that I was eager to try one so didn't give it adequate rest. Ash was nice and solid, a bit flaky. Draw was a bit tight a first, but quickly loosened up once I got past the foot. Burn time was about 90 minutes.

Flavor: Right from the start this cigar packed a hefty spice kick, with a nice oak flavor and a hint of sweetness that I couldn't put my finger on. The last third added a bit of coffee and a strong undertone of vanilla that was a nice contrast to the spice.

Summary: What can I say? This cigar kicked my ass. *Do not* smoke one of these bad boys on an empty stomach. Flavor was great, and I think a bit of rest will really improve the burn.

BlackIrish · 08-03-2009, 12:57 PM

Thanks for the review.

08-02-2009, 04:29 PM	#1
Kreth Ronin smoker Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Oneonta, NY Posts: 3,620 Trading: (14)	Man O' War Special Edition Figurado I snagged a 5er of these from cbid for $21. Humidor time: Just a couple of days. Prelight: This figurado measures a hefty 7.1" x 58 at its thickest. The wrapper is smooth, with a nice oily sheen and minimal veins. Prelight draw is a little tight probably due to the narrow foot, and tastes of oak and spice. Burn: The burn was a bit raggedy, probably due to a combination of the tapered foot and the fact that I was eager to try one so didn't give it adequate rest. Ash was nice and solid, a bit flaky. Draw was a bit tight a first, but quickly loosened up once I got past the foot. Burn time was about 90 minutes. Flavor: Right from the start this cigar packed a hefty spice kick, with a nice oak flavor and a hint of sweetness that I couldn't put my finger on. The last third added a bit of coffee and a strong undertone of vanilla that was a nice contrast to the spice. Summary: What can I say? This cigar kicked my ass. Do not smoke one of these bad boys on an empty stomach. Flavor was great, and I think a bit of rest will really improve the burn. __________________ Cigarette-free since January 2010

08-03-2009, 12:57 PM	#2
BlackIrish MassHole Militia Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Eddie Location: Bunker Hill Posts: 1,395 Trading: (55)	Re: Man O' War Special Edition Figurado Thanks for the review. __________________