Cigar Asylum Cigar Forum  

Go Back   Cigar Asylum Cigar Forum > Cigar Forums > Island (The other ones) Reviews

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 06-24-2010, 01:30 PM   #1
rhmalone
Still Watching My Back
 
rhmalone's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
First Name: R. Harrison
Location: Indiana
Posts: 208
Trading: (5)
rhmalone will become famous soon enough
Default Padron Ambassador

Padron Series Ambassador [lonsdale]

Wrapper: Nicaragua Maduro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Size: 6 7/8 x 42

I’ve often avoided writing a Padron review, for the simple fact that every cigar within the Padron Series I’ve had the pleasure to smoke, I’ve found each about the same. Which is to say a quality, consistent, go to cigar. Today, however proved such a beautiful day, it seemed only fitting I carve out a bit of time to enjoy a cigar and what better choice than the Padron Ambassador?



My initial inspection resulted in a rather rugged looking cigar that while not something you’d take home to mom, was well constructed and set firmly in hand. The pre-light aroma was caramel sweet and rather inviting, and I quickly forgot about the rugged, dare I say unkempt appearance. Like with any other Padron I’ve smoked before the cap clipped easy and the draw was just right.

She lit up like a champ, producing billowing clouds of smoke that faded into the rich blue sky above. Immediately I was greeted by a wave of deep pepper, which wonderfully coated my entire pallet. The maduro wrapper helped to balance the pepper with a fine dusting of chocolate, mixing together to create the perfect blend of creamy snap pepper.

The marble grey/black ash was light and anything but firm, falling off a bit too easily about every half inch. The burn however was dead on even, despite the best efforts of the breeze; which did it’s best to remind me of its presence.



As I approached the two thirds point of the cigar, the flavor had decidedly mellowed, settling into a gentle, yet rich pattern distinct of cigars baring the Padron band. Every now and again, I would catch the faintest kick up of caramel; which helped pull me along what had now become a lazy afternoon smoke.

Entering into the final third of the cigar, I began to notice the flavor was mostly that of the maduro wrapper. There was a definite richness and fullness to this final third which made for a fine finish. While I can’t say for certain, I may have noticed a touch of toast as the cigar came to a rather pleasant finish, about seventy minutes later.

As far as flavor is concerned, the Ambassador didn’t prove overly complex, nor did it dissatisfy–it is a Padron after all. My guess is the maduro gave this cigar a bit more excitement than you might find with the natural. Medium in strength, it was, as I mentioned a good afternoon cigar.



Appearance: 2 (3)
Construction 3 (3)
Taste 2.5 (4)

Total score 7.5 (10)
__________________
R. Harrison Malone
The Ring Gauge Review
rhmalone is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-24-2010, 02:33 PM   #2
68TriShield
Got Torque?
 
68TriShield's Avatar
2
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
First Name: Dave
Location: Maryland
Posts: 7,184
Trading: (40)
HUpmann
68TriShield has disabled reputation
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

The maduros are my preferred Padron wrapper as well.Thanks for the review!
68TriShield is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-24-2010, 08:22 PM   #3
Texan in Mexico
Feeling at Home
 
Texan in Mexico's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
First Name: Travis
Location: Puerto Morelos, Mexico
Posts: 958
Trading: (0)
LGC
Texan in Mexico has disabled reputation
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

Quote:
Originally Posted by 68TriShield View Post
The maduros are my preferred Padron wrapper as well.Thanks for the review!
+1 - I really enjoy the 64 and 26 (Bellis), the Ambassador has been hit or miss with me. Some good and some not. I dont think its a production issue - any ideas?
Texan in Mexico is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-24-2010, 08:28 PM   #4
kelmac07
Resident Maduro Whore!!
 
kelmac07's Avatar
6
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
First Name: Mac
Location: Newport News, VA
Posts: 27,322
Trading: (218)
Bolivar Army (Retired)
kelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond reputekelmac07 has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

Love me some Padron maduros.
__________________
Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"
kelmac07 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-26-2010, 02:29 PM   #5
rhmalone
Still Watching My Back
 
rhmalone's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
First Name: R. Harrison
Location: Indiana
Posts: 208
Trading: (5)
rhmalone will become famous soon enough
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

Quote:
Originally Posted by Texan in Mexico View Post
+1 - I really enjoy the 64 and 26 (Bellis), the Ambassador has been hit or miss with me. Some good and some not. I dont think its a production issue - any ideas?
What do you mean by "hit or miss?" Is it an issue with your Rh?
__________________
R. Harrison Malone
The Ring Gauge Review
rhmalone is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-26-2010, 06:31 PM   #6
GHC_Hambone
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

I like Padron maduros so I will have to try this one, lonsdales are one of my favorite shapes.
  Reply With Quote
Old 06-27-2010, 04:43 AM   #7
rhmalone
Still Watching My Back
 
rhmalone's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
First Name: R. Harrison
Location: Indiana
Posts: 208
Trading: (5)
rhmalone will become famous soon enough
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

Quote:
Originally Posted by GHC_Hambone View Post
I like Padron maduros so I will have to try this one, lonsdales are one of my favorite shapes.
I typically don't do lonsdales, preferring a toro, but the change of pace was rather nice.
__________________
R. Harrison Malone
The Ring Gauge Review
rhmalone is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-27-2010, 07:10 AM   #8
longknocker
Postwhore
 
longknocker's Avatar
15
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
First Name: Greg
Location: Mobile, Alabama
Posts: 11,107
Trading: (82)
Cohiba
longknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant futurelongknocker has a brilliant future
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

Quote:
Originally Posted by kelmac07 View Post
Love me some Padron maduros.
I'm Not Surprised! My Favorite Padron, Too! Grat Review & Pics!
longknocker is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-27-2010, 05:00 PM   #9
Starscream
Knowhutimean, Vern?
 
Starscream's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
First Name: Andy
Location: In a little town somewhere in the USA
Posts: 10,237
Trading: (4)
Partagas
Starscream is a splendid one to beholdStarscream is a splendid one to beholdStarscream is a splendid one to beholdStarscream is a splendid one to beholdStarscream is a splendid one to beholdStarscream is a splendid one to behold
Default Re: Padron Ambassador

I love this smoke, or any Padron for that matter!
__________________

Insert quote here.
Starscream is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 02:18 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
All content is copyrighted jointly by Cigar Asylum and the content provider.