Reserva Miraflor - Robusto

yourchoice · 11-15-2008, 08:32 PM

It's not often you get the chance to to smoke a cigar shortly after its inception. I'm glad I jumped on the chance to this time.

Cigar: Reserva Miraflor - Robusto

When I saw that Andy was offering up some 5ers to sample to the inmates here, I decided to jump at the chance (as of the time of this post, there's still some 5ers left - Here's a link to the thread). Having zero expectations (either good or bad) as to what to expect, I must say Andy has himself a winner with this cigar.

Prior to lighting, I studied its semi-dark wrapper with slight mottling. Quite smooth and very well rolled. After cutting, I found the prelight draw was absolutely perfect with a slight nuttiness to it.

The cigar lit well and had a very very consistent burn, not one touch-up. Copious amounts of smoke. Great construction and performance.

So, you wonder, what did it taste like? The nuttiness noted with the prelight draw remained, while developing one of my very favorite cigar flavors, citrus. All of this was accompanied by slight nuances of cocoa and peat. The peat came and went and makes me think a nice scotch may pair well with this stick. Oh, that reminds me -- I accompanied the cigar with Sam Adams Cream Stout. Went well together.

Strength wise (Nic wise) I would say it's medium strength, becoming medium-full in the last third. Not overpowering, but a nice kick.

Overall, I really enjoyed this cigar. Interestingly, a cigar came to mind in trying to draw comparisons. I smoked a Partagas 160 (NC) (thanks to snowy

) last summer that I still remember having a noticeable citrus flavor. This cigar reminded me of that experience. Did I mention I like citrus?

Using my formula for ratings, I give this cigar a 9.35/10. If the price is right ($6-8) I definitely can see myself buying more.

I suggest buying some from the thread linked above, it's a nubber. If you don't like them, I might buy them!

11-15-2008, 08:32 PM	#1
yourchoice Down the stretch Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joel Location: South Jersey Posts: 4,081 Trading: (36)	Reserva Miraflor - Robusto It's not often you get the chance to to smoke a cigar shortly after its inception. I'm glad I jumped on the chance to this time. Cigar: Reserva Miraflor - Robusto When I saw that Andy was offering up some 5ers to sample to the inmates here, I decided to jump at the chance (as of the time of this post, there's still some 5ers left - Here's a link to the thread). Having zero expectations (either good or bad) as to what to expect, I must say Andy has himself a winner with this cigar. Prior to lighting, I studied its semi-dark wrapper with slight mottling. Quite smooth and very well rolled. After cutting, I found the prelight draw was absolutely perfect with a slight nuttiness to it. The cigar lit well and had a very very consistent burn, not one touch-up. Copious amounts of smoke. Great construction and performance. So, you wonder, what did it taste like? The nuttiness noted with the prelight draw remained, while developing one of my very favorite cigar flavors, citrus. All of this was accompanied by slight nuances of cocoa and peat. The peat came and went and makes me think a nice scotch may pair well with this stick. Oh, that reminds me -- I accompanied the cigar with Sam Adams Cream Stout. Went well together. Strength wise (Nic wise) I would say it's medium strength, becoming medium-full in the last third. Not overpowering, but a nice kick. Overall, I really enjoyed this cigar. Interestingly, a cigar came to mind in trying to draw comparisons. I smoked a Partagas 160 (NC) (thanks to snowy ) last summer that I still remember having a noticeable citrus flavor. This cigar reminded me of that experience. Did I mention I like citrus? Using my formula for ratings, I give this cigar a 9.35/10. If the price is right ($6-8) I definitely can see myself buying more. I suggest buying some from the thread linked above, it's a nubber. If you don't like them, I might buy them!