Showing posts with label Nica Libre. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nica Libre. Show all posts

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Herf Sampler Part II

The third entry from the batch obtained from Jape at the October herf was a Nica Libre torpedo.  It started a bit closer to a full-body than medium but mellowed out about a third of the way in.  I got the earthy and peppery taste described by CI but didn't catch the chocolate hint until I got a whiff of the exhale.  A good cigar, but not something I'd smoke everyday.

5 Vegas 'A' has a smooth, full flavor with a bit of spice to it that got even better as I got to the end. The draw on this was great and provided so much smoke that I had to hold back a bit on each puff.

The last of the herf sampler was the Bahia Trinidad.  It started a bit harsh, but a couple of inches into this torpedo, it smoothed out.  I picked up the slight cedar flavor but didn't get much else from it and I was only drinking water.  My palate needs some training, I think.  The draw was great and produced a good bit of smoke, though.