Sunday, June 04, 2006

Hoyo de Monterey

It was either a Corona or A Corona Gorda. Obviously from Habana. It was about 6" long and about a 42 ring. This is the one I bought in London. It was possibly the best cigar I've ever had. I (we, there were 2 of us) smoked it to the bottom - that is until I couldn't hold it any more.

So what made it remarkable? Well, the moisture was just right. It lit well and burned well. There was no cracking noise when we cut it. It was smooth on the puffs and the smoke was thick, but it did not "burn" my tongue. The aroma was distinct, and I am sure anyone who walked in to the Pub, did not want to leave, but just enjoy the smell.

The flavor or burn did not change as we smoked it beneath the 1" line. It remained full, no bitterness or bite.

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