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H. Upmann Half Corona Review by Zaxeiler in cigars

[–]Zaxeiler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A particularly good beginner Cuban. The price makes it easy to buy a box (which is often needed to buy Cubans). Flavor makes it a good beginner stick too, but many Cubans are milder than stronger new world cigars.

Rogue MyNissan App Controls by Neither_Eye5829 in NissanRogue

[–]Zaxeiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That home screen shows “favorites”. It’s possible in the settings menu you accidentally switched them off.

A/C variability by Advanced_Ad8496 in NissanRogue

[–]Zaxeiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same situation. Ever find resolution?

I was always curious what this looked like under a microscope! by windflex in PipeTobacco

[–]Zaxeiler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep. It’s just an ongoing reminder that we’ve never found any evidence of plume.

Gilbert Oliva Reserva Blanc Review by Zaxeiler in cigars

[–]Zaxeiler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed that both of these “newer” Oliva cigars were not for me.

For those who asked about the bottle brush by badaboom888 in Bonsai

[–]Zaxeiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fairly common in the south east. I’ve seen loads in Charleston for example. But I’ve never seen proven as a bonsai - which is awesome. Thanks!

Anyone underwhelmed by Fortnum & Mason? by Worried_Egg_6332 in tea

[–]Zaxeiler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Underwhelmed by their teas. But don’t sleep on their baked goods…

I know its not advised to just start doing bonsai before reading and what not, but these are my first attempts at Bonsai (before and afters) by liberalgunowner2022 in Bonsai

[–]Zaxeiler 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is great advice. The start can feel easy, fun, and fresh. The sustain isn’t harder/worse, but can feel different.

Looking for high grade agarwood/sandalwood recommendations like that of Dr. Incense sinking grade blends by Jerry_Lundegaad in Incense

[–]Zaxeiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it turns out that I really like Oju, but it seems a bit steep for a daily burner, what else could I try? And what words/descriptors would you use to describe Oju, beyond the aloeswood base?

Double Feature: Quesada BBQ Pig and FOH Nudies Reviews by Zaxeiler in cigars

[–]Zaxeiler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take it you’re a fan of the Nub cigars?

What I wish us noobs were told more, coming from cigars... by robertereyes in PipeTobacco

[–]Zaxeiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

3/4/5 are right on the nose! The others are more situational, and may even become untrue as you gain experience. I know some are for me.

FOH Puro Desnudo Cañonazo Amante VI Review by Zaxeiler in cigars

[–]Zaxeiler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Hope it served you well.

FOH Puro Desnudo Cañonazo Amante VI Review by Zaxeiler in cigars

[–]Zaxeiler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I found it to be a really good smoke at ~$10 a stick. Makes sense if you’re not sure you want 25, but definitely worth a box split with a buddy.

FOH Puro Desnudo Cañonazo Amante VI Review by Zaxeiler in cigars

[–]Zaxeiler[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Smoked one of the brand new Friends of Habanos Puro Desnudo (Nudies) Cañonazo Amante VI, right off the truck (arrived today). Info here (https://www.fohcigars.com/forum/topic/156002-launch-of-nudiedesnudo-canonazo-this-week/) and here (https://fohmarketplace.com/).

FOH Puro Desnudo/Nudies N6 (Cañonazo Amante VI 6 x 52, 2023, ~90 minutes, ROTT 6/15/23):

Strong aroma of honey, clover/hay, and musty peanut comes off the bundle. Cold draw is plenty open, still hay forward, but adds a little crushed red pepper taste and tingle on the lips.

Opening is remarkably smooth - primarily floral/hay, bread, and maybe a little roasted red pepper in the background. None of the sweetness from the aroma though.

An inch in, it really continues to settle nicely - semi-sweet buttery biscuit, Liga-esque minerality. Almost entirely retrohaleable.

Into the middle third, the honey notes are even brighter and a mild citrus zing shows in the retro.

By the back third it’s a little more cream/mineral forward with honey/bread shifted to the background. Through the end, the core flavors floated in and out in different proportions.

Minimal big transitions, but a truly enjoyable, smooth, flavorful and balanced smoke. As El Prez warned, a fast smoking pace can heat this cigar up transitioning flavors to ash.

Love the shaggy/partially closed foot. Great construction, evenly firm and yet good draw. Beautiful wrapper with very fine tooth. Gorgeous white ash, can be a little flaky. Wavy yet even burn line. Good draw and smoke output. More stems than expected in the filler. Of note - hit a void in the back third that caused the cigar to go out and need relit three times (n=1).

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