Vista de Cuba (by Oliveros)

borndead1 · 11-23-2009, 08:48 AM

While at the B&M the other day, I saw these, saw the "by Oliveros" on the band, and passed. But the B&M owner said they were "surprisingly good". And they were $2 a stick. So I bit.

Toro sized cigar with a Sumatra wrapper. Very well constructed and heavy in the hand. The cap was applied very well and pops right off when cut. Draw is perfect.

First few draws...tastes very similar to a 5 Vegas Classic. A bit of bite in the nostrils, earthy spicy flavor. Not bad so far.

About 1" in...honestly, not a bad smoke. Still similar to the 5 Vegas Classic. Perfect burn and draw. Not much change in the flavor so far. Earthy spice. Nice ash, very light gray.

About halfway...earthy spice flavor is still up front, with a subtle tanginess on the finish. Every few draws, I get a bit of a baking spice flavor too. The cigar is medium "strength". A little past halfway, the baking spice flavor is coming to the front. The tangy finish is intensifying.

Final 1/3...I am diggin’ this cigar. Subtle flavor changes. Cinnamon, creamy/buttery, with the baking spice still there. 0 burn corrections. Let it die at a little under 2".

The only Oliveros cigars I’ve ever tried were the Oliveros Classic, did not like them AT ALL. And reviews of pretty much all their other cigars are mixed. So I had basically written off the brand. But this cigar made me eat my words. Honestly, one of the best $2 cigars I’ve ever had.

Emjaysmash · 11-23-2009, 09:01 AM

Thanks for the Review! Sounds like I need to try some!

NCRadioMan · 11-23-2009, 09:10 AM

Interesting. If you havn't tried the King Havano by Oliveros, do so. It's really good.

TripleF · 11-23-2009, 09:52 AM

Great review!! THanks!! Now, I need to find a few for myself

G G · 11-23-2009, 10:10 AM

Thanks for the review.

roughrider · 11-23-2009, 12:15 PM

Thanks Mark.

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11-23-2009, 08:48 AM	#1
borndead1 Ayatollah of Rock n Rolla Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 1,321 Trading: (7)	Vista de Cuba (by Oliveros) While at the B&M the other day, I saw these, saw the "by Oliveros" on the band, and passed. But the B&M owner said they were "surprisingly good". And they were $2 a stick. So I bit. Toro sized cigar with a Sumatra wrapper. Very well constructed and heavy in the hand. The cap was applied very well and pops right off when cut. Draw is perfect. First few draws...tastes very similar to a 5 Vegas Classic. A bit of bite in the nostrils, earthy spicy flavor. Not bad so far. About 1" in...honestly, not a bad smoke. Still similar to the 5 Vegas Classic. Perfect burn and draw. Not much change in the flavor so far. Earthy spice. Nice ash, very light gray. About halfway...earthy spice flavor is still up front, with a subtle tanginess on the finish. Every few draws, I get a bit of a baking spice flavor too. The cigar is medium "strength". A little past halfway, the baking spice flavor is coming to the front. The tangy finish is intensifying. Final 1/3...I am diggin’ this cigar. Subtle flavor changes. Cinnamon, creamy/buttery, with the baking spice still there. 0 burn corrections. Let it die at a little under 2". The only Oliveros cigars I’ve ever tried were the Oliveros Classic, did not like them AT ALL. And reviews of pretty much all their other cigars are mixed. So I had basically written off the brand. But this cigar made me eat my words. Honestly, one of the best $2 cigars I’ve ever had. __________________ None are more hopelessly enslaved than those who falsely believe they are free.

11-23-2009, 09:01 AM	#2
Emjaysmash The Hebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: M.J. Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 7,025 Trading: (76)	Re: Vista de Cuba (by Oliveros) Thanks for the Review! Sounds like I need to try some! __________________

11-23-2009, 09:10 AM	#3
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,275 Trading: (66)	Re: Vista de Cuba (by Oliveros) Interesting. If you havn't tried the King Havano by Oliveros, do so. It's really good. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

11-23-2009, 09:52 AM	#4
TripleF 11/11/11 EPIC IV Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 5,626 Trading: (176)	Re: Vista de Cuba (by Oliveros) Great review!! THanks!! Now, I need to find a few for myself __________________ Cool Cigar Shirts, Stickers & More

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G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,701 Trading: (10)	Re: Vista de Cuba (by Oliveros) Thanks for the review.

11-23-2009, 12:15 PM	#6
roughrider Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 835 Trading: (24)	Re: Vista de Cuba (by Oliveros) Thanks Mark.

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