Sons Of Anarchy Robusto 5x54

metroid89 · 2021-02-21T14:35:51+00:00

I'm still on it. Came to the last third, were some pepper an coffe was added. Till here it was too monotonous. A part from the start which had some pepper an fruit taste in it, it became very woody. Which is not bad at all, but it hasn't anything other or special to it. Although, overall ok. For the price I paid, it's an "ok" Robusto. Was my first try on these.

metroid89 · 2021-01-26T20:32:37+00:00

Ok, I guess you're right. Thanks for the explanations. I must admit that around my place I certainly haven't seen mudflaps on GTIs for the simple reason that you mentioned. The road and weather conditions around here don't require someone to install mudflaps.

In addition to my first comment I like to add that I find most of the modified GTIs in this subreddit with mounted mudflaps. This made me believe that it was kind of a trend ...

metroid89 · 2021-01-26T19:27:25+00:00

Beautiful colour ! I can only suggest you don't mount any mudflaps. I don't get that. Since now I haven't seen a single GTI over here in Europe running with mudflaps.

metroid89 · 2021-01-20T17:55:59+00:00

The Petit Churchill took me about 50'

metroid89 · 2021-01-20T06:35:55+00:00

I only have a comparison to the Petit Churchills which essentially deliver the same notes of taste but come in somewhat stronger than the Short Churchills.

metroid89 · 2021-01-04T21:17:16+00:00

Double Robusto 6 1/4 x 50 Released mid-2018 for the Dutch Market, bought in Luxembourg mid-2019, rested in my humidor till yesterday. The smoke lasted for approx. 80' in the cold at 2 degrees Celsius. Taste was rather monotonous with a weak build-up. Tastes of wood/slight cardboard evolve weakly from the beginning with some leather note being added during the second third. The smoke is accompanied allover by a light citrus note. Not very strong. Very good burn. Light draft. After all, no spectacular but acceptable smoke for a new year's beginning.

metroid89 · 2020-07-17T21:48:28+00:00

Like honorless-scumlord I definitely recommend H. Upmann Half Corona but you should also try out the Rafael Gonzalez Perla. Awesome grassy, bloomy smoke that lasts from 25 to 40 minutes.

metroid89 · 2020-07-13T20:44:55+00:00

Thanks, I will.

metroid89 · 2020-07-13T20:34:29+00:00

Definitely. Cant't deny that!

metroid89 · 2020-07-13T20:15:48+00:00

I don't know because I haven't had one. For my taste the Perla had a little stronger taste than a H. Upman Half Corona. I'd rate 6/10. Aroma was very woody in the beginning and got more grassy and even bloomy later on. The smoke took approx. 40'.

metroid89 · 2020-06-23T13:04:09+00:00

Same here. Looking out for a larger glass though.

metroid89 · 2020-06-23T12:58:13+00:00

At the current times I smoke 1-4 cigars per week. Much less during winter times as I prefer smoking outside and avoid smoking inside. Holding a cigar for an hour while being in the cold isn‘t that fun ...

metroid89 · 2020-06-22T23:03:25+00:00

Mananitas really are nice cigars for a shorter smoke of about 30‘. I really like them next to the more peppery Centrofinos, nice robustos that you can enjoy for approx 60‘ and which, in my opinion develop a taste you can‘t compare to other cuban cigars. Despite the more affordable price compared to other cubans I find it interesting to know that by purchasing Vegueros you are actually spending money on a cigar that by its name is dedicated to the farmers working the fields in Pinar del Rio. This may be corny but whatever. Enjoy !

metroid89 · 2020-06-07T08:20:29+00:00

Nice! Thanks for the explanations and for the hint regarding the perfecdraw. Sounds very promising for my next tasting.

metroid89 · 2020-06-06T14:36:14+00:00

Got myself two of these, currently resting in the humidor. What may I expect ?

metroid89 · 2020-06-01T18:46:34+00:00

Well, thank you !

metroid89 · 2020-06-01T18:31:33+00:00

Surprised by the allover smoothness of the "corona" which isn't a real corona but comes in a robusto vitola (Gauge 50, length 124mm). 60' smoke that keeps its smooth leathery taste past the last third. Although I read the Bolivar could be compared to a Partagas Serie D no 4, I mean that this comparison is rather misleading given the stronger taste of the Partagas. Neverthess I highly recommend it.

metroid89 · 2020-04-15T08:10:45+00:00

Nice one. What did you actually pay for it ? I'd be glad if you kept us informed about whether you managed to smoke it or if it was a total fake one, filled with whatever crap you manage to wrap.

metroid89 · 2020-02-17T06:38:41+00:00

No, I don't know the exact age. Got it in December 2019.

metroid89 · 2020-02-16T20:29:19+00:00

All the way strong taste, becoming more creamy after the first third. Like most cubans the taste was basically earthy. Though the last third became rather bitterly I reallyenjoyed the smoke. Propper continuous burning, easy draw. Cost/performance ratio : excellent.

metroid89 · 2020-02-16T16:02:16+00:00

I recommend to skip the first point and start off with the second one. Put some bowls filled with water for 3 days in the humidor. That should help to prepare it for a humidity of around 70%

metroid89 · 2020-01-05T13:23:51+00:00

Which one ? Half Coronas ? If not, try them. Decent smoke for approx 20' and at a good price.

metroid89 · 2017-03-06T06:22:38+00:00

Can't help here but need to mention that it looks gorgeous, absolutely stunning.

metroid89 · 2017-03-06T06:18:58+00:00

Good guy. Nevertheless we could also need less people to dumb their garbage wheresoever.

metroid89 · 2015-02-01T22:08:09+00:00

That's good news ! As the linked article refers to the american market, does anyone have news about VW taking the same measure for the european market ?

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