Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story

Great taste, wish the story was longer!

A great morning cigar with coffee, wish it was a little stronger.

Hard to find. Prices I've seen vary from 6 to 13 bucks. Burns nearly perfectly. Tastes excellent.

A friend has given me a couple of these and I've enjoyed them each time. A very smooth dark wrapper that is packed tight. Surprising amount of smoke time for a four inch cigar. The burn is very straight and you'll find yourself trying to hold onto the last bit while getting burned. The flavor has hints of spice and coffee. The cigar is on the pricey side for what I normally purchase. One of the best lunch time smokes I've had the pleasure to try.

I haven't nubbed a cigar like this in ages. Needed a paper clip to finsh. Sweet and spicy, this little "book"starts off interesting and climaxes with an inch left. Expert construction in this full bodied stick rounds out the package.

Herbal spice of tea in the first half not bad. Best part was the second half but unfortunately it ended fast due to the shortness of this cigar. Burn was a bit off and there was a decent volume of smoke.

Its well constructed, good quality tobacco and well aged, but not alot on the flavor department. It also starts very dry and the flavor picks up in the second half, but not that much.

I think if your used to smoking full bodied cigars, you may be disappointed with the flavour of this cigar as I was.

Construction and appearance are alway perfect in this 30 minute smoke. Nice white smoke with plenty of volume, great draw, very even burn, medium body with nice flavor complexity from the wrapper, and this is a must add to any humidor.

I go to the cigar store to check out the inventory to get first dibs on any new,rare cigars or stock that comes in. This was one, they only had 5 in stock I purchased them all, as I noticed these were tough to get online. I smoked one amazed at the small size. The flavor was good, the burn was 25-30 minutes on a 4" cigar! A little spicy, a good smoke and a good taste for the price and the quality of the cigar. A must try and good cigar. Don't let the small size fool you...This cigar is 8 feet tall!

I have to admit I am a little biased toward this smoke and was so at time of purchase. Hemingway is my favorite author, long before I found cigars, so I was a bit partial. I enjoyed this smoke immensely, short as the name implies, but enjoyable. It was a little slow to start, but once the plot was established, I kept reading. The ending was not bad either. Wasnt the best smoke I ever had, would smoke again, but the price point is a little high. Definitely paying more for the name than the flavor, but good cigar overall.

The wrapper was a dark brown and slightly toothy. The prelit aroma was of dried, dark fruit....something along the lines of raisins. There was also a noticeable aroma of cedar. I tasted the cap, which was surprising sweet. The appearance of the Short Story was good. It was a little rough in some areas though. I clipped the head and the draw was tight, but I attributed this to the perfecto end. After lighting, the initial flavors were sweet and fruity (dark, dried fruity). This lingered for the first half inch and then we slowly moved into nutty and woody flavors. The sweetness was there all the way to the end. The ash was a light grey and was firm. It fell off about half way through. The coal that was left was cone-shaped. After the ash fell off, this smoke got progressively more bitter. I purged a few times and then the next puff was a little less bitter, but the one after that was bitter. I let this smoke die with about an inch left due to the intensifying bitterness. This Short Story lasted me 55 minutes.

This Cigar starts with a strong punch of Cedar and Sweet cocoa flavor at the tip, possibly because of the filler wrapper ratio. But it loses its punch within the 1st ten minutes and takes on a small bit of bitterness. As has been suggested, some time in the humidor might help to add some complexity to this still very nice smoke.

I love this little guy. A 20 - 30 minute smoke with awesome flavor, a great draw and lots of smoke. Medium bodied. I just wish it was 3 bucks instead of $4.75. I will knock down the "Value" score a little because it is just a little pricey for such a little cigar. But I will continue to buy 'em.

I let this one age a fw months longer... boy what a difference. The draw and burn were perfect, where the burn was off on my previous review. For a small cigar, this one is packed full of flavor. The spicey and roasted nut flavors are met with a nice sence of wood and earthy tones. A great melody of flavors. Great little smoke when you are in a hurry and don't have much time.

a great smoke for someone who does not have a lot of time on their hands to puff a chuchill....lots of warm nutty flavors....great construction

I tend to agree with not loving this stick right outta the box. It aint bad but is never near its potential. Which is why starting in 1996 I began rotating 2-3 boxes to where the one I am smoking out of is generally about 3 years aged up. The box I am in the middle of now is from May 2005 and is magnificant, as were its predecessors. I invariably try one or two out of each new box with the same experience; not much depth/complexity, just spice. Sit on these a couple years and they turn into a sublime and complex finger burning masterpiece every single time. Something that these share with the Don Carlos is the box. They both benefit from being naked in the origianl box for an extended time as the aromas in the wood greatly enhance both these blends. As with so many cigars if you do not like them now sit on 'em. It has taken me several years to learn which cigars are worthy of aging and which ones are not; with more than a couple surprises in the mix both good and bad. For me this is what make the cigar experience more hobby and less habit. Picking up where the maker of a fine med-full bodied ciagr left off is very cool and worth the time and patience in the end.

consistent great smoke. bravo!

Good looking construction, lit easily, great draw with a heavy volume of smoke. Medium body & complexity. Wrapper imparted a honey-like sweetness on the lips, while the smoke was lightly spiced and a bit nutty. Turned fruity at midstick with the spice increasing thru the end. Surprising nic buzz. Ashed only 1x @ the band. Decent 45 min smoke, but pricey.

One of my absolute 30 minute favorites. Packed full of flavorful goodness. At $4.50 it isn't cheap; however, the good things in life never seem to be. One of the best of the Hemi line.

For a small cigar, this one is packed full of flavor. The spicey and roasted nut flavors are met with a nice sence of wood and earthy tones. A great melody of flavors. A little hard to get a perfect burn based on the shape of the cigar, but it was as good as expected. Draw was great and the aroma of the smoke was to die for. I just wish the bigger sizes smoked this well. Great little smoke when you are in a hurry and don't have much time.

This is one of my all-time favirites. Smooth, good flavor. A tiny bit of spice with an overall nutty tobacco taste. Hard to describe, it's just a good blend. Years ago when I first tried it I was with a couple smoking buddies and one of them said, "You feel like just popping the nub in your mouth at the end." I don't know about that, but it's a hell of a good smoke.

I must have gotten a couple of duds. Mine were not good cigars. This one was BITTER. That's all I can think of, bitter. I must say I have been quite disappointed in the Hemingway line so far. What a shame.

I bought these based on recommendations from others. And boy oh boy were they right. This tiny little thing has a great draw, a fabulous flavor, and an amazing finish. The perfect cigar perhaps in many ways. It is a must try for people.

This is one of the most hyped short smokes out there, so I figured I'd give it a try. I have to say it lives up to the hype. A nice woody smoke, with a bit of spice. A little bit of grass on the finish. Hard to light evenly, but eventually corrected itself. A nice short smoke, but pricey for the size. I would buy again, but only once in a while for the price.

The best quick smoke cigar that I've had. great flavour.

Picked one up at the Fuente shop in Caesar's Palace Forum Mall (Vegas), and decided to smoke it there while I waited for the wife to finish shopping. This little stick didn't disappoint my expectations. Great flavors from the very first draw down to the nub, and was never harsh. Burned even and ash was firm. My favorite part was the last few puffs that left a lingering flavor of smoked bacon! This flavor completely through me off guard - the first time I've tasted this in a cigar, and it was wonderful.
p.s. - Casa Fuente is a must see if you're in Vegas. You pay a premium for the cigars here but they do a great job of setting a nice atmosphere for enjoying a smoke and a drink - you'll understand why when you get there....

A wonderful cigar at a reasonable price. I always seem to run out of these well before I get to some of the other sticks in my box.

Enjoyed this little stubbie very much. Noted some fairly complex mixes of different flavors, with none particularly overbearing. A good relaxing way to spend a few minutes when there isn't time for the full-sized Hemmingway. I'd buy more of this one.

Yuck. Bitter mildewy flavor, awful aroma. I really can't believe that people like these that much. I didn't even finish half of it.

This is my favorite among the Hemingway line. Its what I usually go for when stopping for a smoke at the shop on the way home from work. Brilliant! It's really too bad that it is limited production.

The Hemingway line has been pretty solid. For a quick (25-40 min) smoke, this one has always been a favorite of mine. The construction is solid, decent burn and ash. Draw is smooth. Sometimes can be a little pricey for the size, but you can normally find these at close to MSRP. Flavor starts a bit harsh, but smooths out after the first 1/2 inch. Definite staple in the humidor.

Let me start by saying that in general I don't like Fuentes. This cigar had sat in my humidor since Christmas 2005. I had tried some of these in the past and didn't care for them, so when I received this one, it went straight to the bottom of the box. Tonight I thought I'd give it a try after the long nap and wow - what a pleasant surprise. The flavors were much more refined and enjoyable than I remember from previous experiences. They mainly consisted of cedar and dry grass, but they were smooth and relaxing. Combined with the construction, this was a great cigar. If only they were like this right from the shop!

First, I am NOT a Fuente shill... I AM a Padron guy. I wanted to check out a short cigar, a unique shape, and different brand. So this baby fit the bill all at once. I wanted something quick and flavorful, as this is a colder spring in NY, and I had heard my local guy talk about these before, that he couldn't keep them on the shelf. so I tried it. First cool shape, uneven bumpyish wrapper, pre light was a little uneven, but worked itself out fine. Great flavor right off the bat, as needs to be for such a short cigar. Took about 25 mins to smoke. Burned great and released a nice amount of smoke and delivered a great flavor on the palate, with a sense of pleasant cigar-sweetness on the lips. Thouroughly enjoyed the flavor. Even though I drop coin for my cigars, I thought the price tag for such a small smoke should be A LOT cheaper. I will definitely buy more, try to get them cheaper... Great for the quick fix.

As to a previous post, AF has me brainwashed? Not sure how they can trick me into thinking this cigar had a good draw and burn, and for such a small smoke, lasted nearly half and hour. Im also not sure how im brainwashed into thinking the only reason i enjoyed this cigar was due to the fact its a fuente stick. What can i say, they got me fooled. I guess it sucks....

Tasty little treat. I really enjoyed the flavor of this tiny cigar. I definitely will try the larger sizes because this was a tease. I was a little surprised at what this cigar brings to the table. Hopefully this was indicative of all the Hemingways. Now if only it was cheaper......

I really hate people giving any fuente product a perfect rating. You are paying for a name, you are brainwashed. That being said this cigar is no different, bland overpriced and tasteless.

In a past review I did give this an overall top tier rating, but it has gained ground after several months in the humidor, like any good cigar should. As alwasy for AF cigars, the burn and construction are almost as good as the flavor.

Tight draw makes it last a little longer. Nice sweet flavor but that doesn't last long enough. Past first half cigar became harsh. Cheap enough.

This is one of my absolute favorites. The taste is spicey and just amazing. The burn is quite even and the draw is a little tight. The shape makes very easy to light, of course, and it also helps it burn evenly. This one is good all the way to the nub.

I'm a little surprised by the negative reviews -- while the Short Story is somewhat overrated, like the other Hemingways it's a damn fine Cameroon. Excellent construction, full flavored without being overbearing. But if you don't like cameroon, for cripes' sake smoke something else! This is among the best cameroon petites available anywhere. Its only real drawback is price point.

I cannot believe so many people do not give this cigar more props. I smoked it to the nub without ashing it. Volumes of smoke and flavor.

I've been smoking cigars for about two years and I am just finally getting around to trying this cigar. I bought two at a local shop to try 'em out. The first thing I noticed is that they seemed small and fragile, and look quite veiny, the only attractive thing about the appearence was the perfecto shape. I clipped the end and light it up, the first thing I notice was that it burnt pretty cool for the small size. I struggled with the taste it seemed like I had tasted that before but milder. Then it hit me this cigar taste like a mild version of a Maria Guerro. The peppery smooth taste with a hint of sweetnes from the cameroon. I love Maria Guerreros, and this milder version just didn't satisfy me, plus the shorty story is just too short. I have to say that this cigar is way over rated, buy maria guerreros instead, better burn, better taste and better value. These are over rated. Don't get fooled into paying for the name.

I'll first use a disclaimer: I'm a newer smoker and I tend towards milder flavor cigars: Excalibur No I, Rocky Edge Lite, etc. So take my review with a grain of salt. However, I am always branching out I try new cigars weekly. Yesterday was the Short Story. First impression: construction was average. Little bits of unravelling wrapper near the head. Squeezing it, I found the stick to be very firm - almost rock hard. The smell was surprisingly bad - it reminded me of fertilizer. Pre-light draw was a medium. The "nipple" on the foot was a new thing for me but I liked it - it made lighting very easy. The light was quick and the burn was mostly even with little maintenance. The draw after light was medium-hard and it was difficult to get a full seal around the head because unravelling wrapper. The taste... stronger than I prefer however it was not overwhelming. I didn't detect any flavor note that I enjoyed, however that is a personal preference sort of thing. The body of the smoke was pretty good - I got a satisfying amount of smoke on each draw. I felt this was a stick that shouldn't be smoked too quickly - it seemed to get really hot after short puffs. When I slowed down, I was surprised at how long the little guy lasted - at least 45 minutes. Overall, not my kind of smoke - the flavor wasn't appealing and the smell was downright aweful - but I'm glad I tried it.

I gave this stick every chance. After 5 I believe I can say this is one of the worst smokes I have had. Pretty looking stick, but the burn was average, and the taste awful. Just had nothing special about it and I will not buy another.

To be truthful, it was a little disappointing. Good initial flavor and smoke but a tad bit harsh as I went through it.

After reading quite a bit about the Fuente Hemmingway cigars, so I decided to pick one up at a local store. I thought the cigar looked very good- love the nipple end. Nice dark brown wrapper, a fairly noticeable vein in the binder, and intresting large to smaller ring gauge- very nice looking cigar.

The pre-light was fairly uneventful; no uncharacteristic or unexpected smells or tastes through the cigar. I was a bit shocked at the sweetness of the wrapper- not unpleasant, just not expected.

The cigar had a deep, mellow taste - characteristic coffee and dark wood notes, and a deep, very faint caramel sweetness. I enjoyed this smoke a lot. The spice increased ever so slightly about 1/2" into the cigar.

This little cigar had a high volume of tasty smoke. The draw was a bit tight, but not unsmokable by any means. The next one I smoke, because I am certain tio smoke more, I will cut with a larger opening to get a better draw.

All in all, a tasty, brief smoke. Well worth the $4.50 or so I paid for the cigar.

Even,smooth,sweet burn...I couldn't get over
how sweet this taste. I kept looking at it trying to make sense of it. I nubbed this to
the end. Wonderful 45 min. smoke.

Don't let the size fool you, as you can get close to an hour on this one. Great construction, and no pre-light aroma. Started to burn unevenly at first, but it self-correwcted without me needing to intervene with the lighter. This guy packs the nicotine and actually gave me a little buzz. A little harsh at first; very spicy, that gave way to a smoother flavor of leather and a tinge of nutmeg. This one has significant body and character, but I think the flavor isn't as good on these as it was a couple of years ago. But, you could do a lot worse with a cigar than this.

took me 45 min to smoke this little guy, billowed with smoke, perfect construction and burn, woodsy taste, medium flavor, great smoke

Perfect construction,perfect mid-range taste and takes just the right amont of time to smoke on a nice work or quick car ride.Price is acceptable compared to many other smokes.
I've never had a bad one.

Totally awesome, just light that little tip and that white white ash just spreads and burns even. Perfect length for a BBQ session with a smooth beer. Great taste. smoked until my fingers burned.

Excellent cigar that took me almost an hour to smoke.

This is positively the best smoke, value, aroma, etc. on the market for the guy who sneaks out on the deck or porch to enjoy 30 minutes of solitude. If there is better----let me know!

Simply the best smoke from the best smoke maker (A.F.)!!!

This cigar has the oddest shape the is so well know it's now a classic. What a fine smoke it is too. Outstanding AF construction and a perfect burn and ash. Great flavors of creamy rich vanilla, spice, with hints of nutmeg and cinimon and even some cocoa in there, Very comlex smoke and very satifying to boot. This is a classic smoke.

What more is there to say? An all time classic.

I found this cigar to last about 45 minutes. It was the perfect lunch hour stogie. Everything you like about Arturo F, in half the time 🙂 A little pricey for the size, but still good.

Last couple of boxes of these do not have the quality they once had.
The wraper splits and peals. The burn as been uneven on most. The flavor just isn't what it was.
Art over a hundred a box. I just woon't buy them anymore.

My good friend David Haddad swore by these little guys. Great medium smoke with an excellent construction. The SS never lets you down.

Best from fuente

A.Fuente Hemingway Short Story, This little Cameroon wrapped perfecto, is a beauty to behold. A nice oily gleam catches my eye, as I peruse the wrapper looking for imperfections. And of course, there are none. I snipped the cap, with my cheap double bladed cutter, and UhOh Houston, we have a problem, a slightly ragged cut. Oh Well, Time for another cheap cutter, this one lasted me two years, pretty good for $2.50.

Anyway, back to the cigar. Prelight aroma, is almost non-exisistant. I toasted the foot, with my cheap triple torch, going on 6 months, better than all 3 of my Colibre lighters. The first couple of puffs are a tad tight, as usual with a perfecto tip. A very rich creamy smoke, explodes upon my palate, with a nice zip of spice from the cameroon wrapper. The Perfecto tip of a Hemingway always is a great spicy rich hint of great things to come. The burn, is just a kittle crooked at the start, probably due to carelessness on my part The flavors are of rich vanilla, with light notes of cinimon and nutmeg. The Burn selfcorrected by the end of the perfecto tip, and this medium bodied gem really began to shine, with notes of cocoa, nuts, leather, and coffee.

As it gets down to the nub, this wonderful cigar finishes with a burst of pepper. A very complex smoke, with constantly changing rich flavors. The ash held, for the entire duration of this smoke, about 40 minutes of heaven on earth.

The Short story Hemi. Has got to be one of my favorite smokes, partially because it was the first smoke, to make me say Ahhhhhh and take notice of the flavors. My only problem with this smoke, is that it is way too short, but the bigger natural Hemi’s just don’t compare to this spicy, rich, and complex smoke. I give this cigar a 4.3, for a superior flavor and excelant construction.

Dave (A.K.A. Homebrew)

This is a great cigar. It is certainly AF's best that I've tried (haven't tried Opus X yet though). It has a lot more flavor than the regular line. Has a fairly woody, medium-bodied spicy/sugary taste with cinnamon. Flavor is pretty complex. Lasts a while before it fades. I've tried about 100 brands of cigars, and this line is one of my favorites, could be possibly be my favorite. Just make sure you get a fresh one--I've had some that weren't and they were bad. Try to buy one in a store and get a smell of it first, it should have a rather strong boquet to it.
Burn/construction are good. Considering the low price of these, it is probably one of the best deals out there. Too bad it's hard to find them.

Mild. Toasty, woody, hints of sweetness. Good aroma. Good aftertaste. Good burn. Good draw. Average value. Overall a great smoke.

Mild, I don't think so! I had my frist one tonight and I'm impressed. The construction is great; the toasty flavor throughtout and spicey finsh is well worth the 4 bucks. Something tells me that a box of these Bad Boys are on the way to my house.

a good smoke if you like a quick and mild smoke. tough to get to burn evenly, but that's expected, good cigar for 6$!!!!

construction and build are excellent. the wrapper started to flake on me just a bit after lighting though. lit easily and burned well all the way down which is sayin alot for this shape. very sweet tasted and very smooth.

I just don't know what the attraction is with these. The shape and construction are great, but the flavor just isn't there for me. I've tried SS numerous times, and always felt let down...Keep thinking I'm missing something, but have finally smoked the last SS: More for you all, I suppose!

I received this stick from a fellow BOFTL. He claimed that it was the best that he had smoked. Normally I prefer longer cigars, so I put this one in the humidor for a little rest. Today I decided to give it a try and now I wish I had let is rest for awhile longer. The construction was excellent, as the burn was perfect and the draw was very smooth. Unfortunately the flavor was a little less than I am used to. There was a little spice mixed with a little pepper. I seemed to taste a little leather as well. Everything I tasted was little, I guess that has to do with being a short story. This stick was short on everything. I will continue to smoke my normal length cigars.

Great cigar! Very smooth and lots of smoke. About 45 min long to the nub, cant really complain about this one, pretty ash as well

Absolutely love these, although I have only been able to buy three at a time locally, and for about $10 a pop. Super fun to share with the occasional cigar smoker, since not only are they fantastic, they only take about 15 minutes to smoke. They finish em rather than snubbing a longer smoke out halfway through.

An awesome little cigar. One of the best ever. Smooth, medium bodied, and complex. A perfect cigar for a quick smoke.

I've almost smoked these puppies all the way to the nub without any ash drop. Amazing construction, and you have to love the perfecto shape. It burns longer than one might anticipate for its short size (30-40 mintues). Mild pepper, leather, and nuts. Slow down & enjoy. Moderate finish. I think these cigars make a great gift (beautiful presentation and something that you might not buy for yourself at $5.50 a pop). They're the perfect cigar for a party where the guys can go outside for a collegial smoking treat without begin gone for so long that the wives get upset. Be sure to get a box while you can since supplies of these are usually limited (no more than $110/box).

These bad boys are maintaining a nice flavor profile with age. My total short smoke with some attitude. Where can you find an ash like that on a shorty! Whoo Weee.

Delicious sweet flavor on lighting, tight construction. Enjoyed this thoroughly...just too short! I'll try Signatures next.

I have had 5 SS already and I would like to add my .02 cents on how this is a consistent smoke. I have not been disappointed yet. taste= slight pepper with cocoa hint
contstruction= i had ash going for over 2 inches while walking my dogs
It's a nice smoke to have when you have 30 minutes to spare.

You know, this is a nice smoke-really nice actually, but, having had other "short" fuentes like the F. F. OpusX No. 5 and the Anejo #50, I refuse to say that this cigar is "first-tier" fuente. The cigar is creamy, smooth, nutty, it has a great construction, and if treated correctly it won't bite or get "eggy". This is an excellent every-day smoke, but by no means first-tier.

nice smoke for 30 minutes or so, then you notice your index finger and thumb are starting to burn 🙂

Smoked my first short story the other day and man was I happy... I had seen these many times and thought them to be too expensive for their size, but let me tell you, fuente squeezes every last bit of flavor possible into these little guys. Ideal for when you have just a little time but still want an awesome experience... will buy a box ASAP

It was a special occasion. Met a new friend from overseas (Belgium) who was in the states. We sat outside, got to know each other while smoking this flavorable cigar. Short Story lit just fine, burned great, and I made a new friend that now knows the pleasures of a Hemingway.

Earthy wonderfully smokey perfecto that will give you 20-30 minutes of pure enjoyment. It is a pleasure to look at and to smoke. Love the hemingway line.

Smoked my first last night, perfect construction and lots of good tobacco flavor. Another winner from the Fuentes.

The best short smoke I've ever had. Beautifully made cigar with a nice mild Cameroon flavor. A certain sweetness in every puff that keeps you comming back for more. If your pressed for time and want a great smoke then this little feller will fit the bill.

well, it's my birthday and there's school tomorrow. i need a nice smoke but nothing too long, hey i gotta do my homework. so i reach for the short story. awesome little guy...perfect for the occasion. draw was hard at beginning, obviously from the shape, but it was absolutely amazing after it opened up. so smooth. sweet with a lot of leather and wood and was also a little nutty and a little spicy. awesome, consistent flavor throughout. 5 bucks? so so, but it's perfect for a good occasion and only a little amount of time. will keep a couple in the humi waitin.

a bit hot on the cherry at about half the cigar, mild good draw great taste try it with a vanilla coke you might enjoy the flavor a bit more. A great cigar when short on time.

Have smoked these for 7 years. Last two boxes (from reputable dealer) had 4 plugged cigars and 6 plugged cigars respectively!!
Which also affected the taste.
Am I the only one??

Great little cigar w/ near perfect construction, good cameroon flavor, voluminous smoke, and a great draw. I don't understand why people trash it. Did they get a flawed sample or are they just cigar snobs (=girly man)? The bottom line is the AF SS is a wonderful smoke especially when free time is a concern. Nuff said.

Perhaps one of the best sticks available to the average consumer. A mild flavor with medium smoke, wonderful draw and impeccable construction. The flavor continues consistently through the length of the cigar. The diameter of this delight is perfect for a punch style cutter which gives the perfect draw. This goes well with a nice domestic specialty beer like Flat Tire which has spices that compliment the mildly sweet smoke. I can’t say enough good about this awesome cigar to do it justice.

This wasn't what I thought it would be...very firm draw...superhot cherry...cashew and spice flavors that fizzled out...really nothing special at all...also a bit light on the body with a very short finish...disapointing

I liked this one, but agree it was a bit hot. Maybe that was from smoking it to the nub, not wanting to waste any of this pricey stick, but also due to it being quite tasty. Medium and spicy, anytime of day cigar.

This is one of the most heavily reviewed cigars on this site, and I'll throw in my 2 cents worth. It's a dainty little perfecto with a nicely-rolled, toothy, and slightly oily wrapper. While it has a nice draw, it burns somewhat unevenly and a little hot. Medium to full in body, it's rather spicy with accompanying woody and nutty flavors. A spicy finish with a cigar buzz at the end not proportional to the small size. Compare with the Don Tomas Cameroon Perfecto No. 1, a cigar with an identical shape that performs better but is not as flavorful as this Hemingway.

While its obvious this is a high quality cigar as far as construction and ash go it didn't have the "wow" factor that many seem to get from it. It was semi-enjoyable and had excellent ash. The ash grew to over 1.5 inches before I finally tapped part of it off. Had great draw (almost too easy at times). I will probably try one or two more in the future but not in a hurry to go out an buy a box..especially considering the price and the short duration.

This little smoke just hit all the right spots, taste, appearance construction well you get my point. The foot lit well and held a very even salt and pepper ash, the notes were of toast with a sweet wood finish to it. A well balance cigar that any one could smoke.

GREAT! Medium body smoke. Lasts longer than expected. Perfect ash, construction, taste. Smoked to a nub. I bought a box after smoking two singles.

I found this little cigar to be pretty full-bodied and spicy. Very well-made, lasted a good half hour, cedary finish. A decent bargain if you can find them for under 5 bucks, despite the small size.

A wonderful tasty cigar that is smooth and always a delight to smoke. A real treat.

This one hell of a nice little smoke. Flavors of coffee leather oak and a touch of spice. Very well constructed, a slight tight draw though. Over all this is a quality smoke.

This was a nice little cigar, perfectly rolled and constructed. It burned perfectly, with a dense, dark ash. The first taste was light and airy, but soon I discovered why Mr. Fuente named it “short story”. Once the burn reached the thickest part of the cigar, the body and flavor opened up, and revealed a complex mix of anise, clove, and spice, which mellowed into leather and cedar by the finish. This was an enjoyable smoke, and perfect if you only have 20 minutes between engagements. Definitely recommended.

I remember when these were the toast of the town and hard to find like Padron Anniversarios are now. Kick ass contruction. The ash burns in the perfect shape of the cigar and chalky white at that. 3/4 ash before it broke off. Nice draw, hints of coffee and leather. This cigar is good on time.

A very good smoke, one fo the better Fuentes. But, don't be fooled by its size. This will give you a nice long smoke, despite its "short" stature.

This is an absolutely wonderful smoke!! Beautiful light brown wrapper with medium veins, attractive shape, and solid construction without soft spots. Easy light and smooth draw the whole way down without canoeing or tunneling. Started with cedar and added some oak with a hint of vanilla, especially towards the middle. Not harsh or bitter, but very mature and mellow. Excellent aftertaste. Lasted 30-40 minutes, and loved every minute of it! Had a LaP Perfecto #3 Cameroon this a.m. while walking the dog (a similar "short smoke"), and this blew the socks off of that one! I would highly recommend this one, and my ratings/recommendations are very tough. Tried to buy a box but my local wouldn't part with one of the two he had. If I can get my hands on more, will definitely make it into my daily rotation.

Although I typically do not like the milder cigars in the rest of the Fuente line, this is a very nice short smoke. The start was slightly harsh and oaky but once past the narrow foot it evened out really well and turned medium-bodied, smooth, oaky and earthy. A definite fingerburner, with no bitterness at all. At $5.20 I'd rather have a RyJ Anniversary Robusto, but this is definitely a good cigar.

Wonderful small cigar that burns great, draws great, and tastes great. Like all small cigars, it gets hot at the bottom, but don't let that stop you from buying some of these. 30 minutes of bliss.

It's cold outside. Giving the wife 1/2 means I starve. Soo it's the time of year for short smokes or long drives. Had a couple of these in humi and smoked one at lunch today. It's like hooking up with an old girlfriend who takes care of herself... pleasant and familiar. These are nice smooth expertly made cigars which don't disappoint in the flavor department consistently over time. As small as they are it was still good for a nice 1/2 hour smoke. One of those cigars that everyone should smoke at least once.

tight draw, hard to get going and it doesn't go for long. not impressed but i don't like many small cigars.

Very consistent in the flavor, I can pull one out of the humdor that's been in there a year and it tastes and smells like one I just bought. They do burn unevenly and unravel a bit. Good smoke for the price.

Great taste! My humidor is never out of these!

I really think the time for a cigar is when you can sit down undistracted and enjoy. If you dont have a lot of time this is the best small cigar I have tried. It lights with one match and burns evenly dropping only one or two ashes in 30 to 45 minutes, makes for a good walking around cigar. Good taste and not too expensive, just a bit hard to buy off the shelf sometimes.

I commute and this is the perfect smoke for my half hour drive. the construction is great and the taste is superb. Its got the right amount of spice and I usually have enough left over for a few minutes on the porch when I arrive

I tend to shy away from perfectos as you never know how they are going to burn. This one did fine though, with a nice medium bodied flavor & an easy draw. There were hints of cinnamon & clove in the flavor & plenty of barnyard in the sinus. Thanks to either 1f1fan or pabloescabar for gifting me this nice cigar.

This is a fine cigar and shows why AF is one of the preeminent cigar makers. I've had a couple boxes of these and they're always well put together and deliver a consistent experience (albeit short). They burn well and provide a mild tasty flavor.

This was really good, one of my favorites. I like a short smoke and this is the spiciest and the best of the small ones that I've tried.

Fair taste, but I've had more than a couple with a draw so tight my ears popped.

I had to try one of these, I like short smokes and I have a couple of Hemingway Signatures that I enjoyed a lot. Pretty little thing, nice toothy wrapper, the right size for a lunch break or commute smoke. I sparked it up and it started burning pretty well, not perfect but those small nibs don't always get the main part of the cigar started evenly. I liked this one, it was stronger than I expected, nice smoke, a touch of bitterness early in the cigar was removed with a purge, although it seemed crazy to purge a cigar this small. Nice aroma, sweet, nutty cameroon taste. I had a Torano Signature preferido yesterday for the first time and immediately got online to buy more. Although I liked the SS, I won't rush out to buy a box. I think these will age into something truly special though.

When you don't have the time for a Signature.

I think the first good cigar I ever smoked was a short story. Still a great treat, and despite the name, I think I smoked it for nearly an hour. This particular specimen had a less-than-perfect wrapper, but burned evenly with a firm ash that didn't drop until I was well past the band. Lots of smoke, good draw, and excellent flavor.

I love how the construction is so user friendly. And an awesomw smoke. Smooth, rich and satisfying.. a++++

Great construction and burn for a cigar that is challenging to roll. Good flavor for a mild stick. It is refined and enjoyable.

Great smoke. Have never been disappointed with the Fuente brand, and the Hemingway extension is another fine example of a good cigar. Burned good for a perfecto. Pleasing aroma when lit. Great flavor for a mild to medium smoke.

This cigar is a little on the pricey side, so I expected more than what it delivered, it has an odd shape with a sort of pig tail foot, and a clean tobacco flavor that isn't very complex but it is straight forward, nothing special but a solid smoke

little cigar, great flavor, but damn.... why does the price vary so much???

A solid, short smoke. Perfect for ending the night on a right note. Watch the price tag though, it's a doozy.

One of the finer short domestic smokes around. A solid flavor packed into a 15-20 minute smoke. The draw is smooth and construction is tight. One of my favorites.

This is without a doubt 1 of those smokes like the Monte #2, or Boli Belicosos, or Partagas short that you must have. Why read this, just go get some. Too much of a classic to even talk about. A fantastic short smoke!

Fantastic little cigar when you want a 15-25 minute smoke. Attractive presentation, good even burn, smooth draw, mild, yet tasty flavor and doesn't get hot past the ring. The only drawback is the price, so buy a few if you find 'em cheap!

good flavor that leaves you wanting more, but not deserving of its price

I was looking for a small stogie to stock with my other boxes, and being a Classic fan, I decided to check these little guys out. Ended up buying a box.

Wrappers dark, veiny, and a little lumpy, but sweet and rich-tasting. Sometimes a little too sweet. Draw excellent; smoke abundant. A nice, rich smoke. A little sweet, very smooth. Not all that complex, unfortunately. Virtually no bitterness; you'll put it down when it starts to burn your fingers.

Very much like the Classic, except perhaps richer, but it only lasts forty-five minutes. A very good little cigar.

Good smooth taste, but not quite I expected. Maybe too much hype with this one. I had a Nat Sherman Hobart the day before that I thought was better tasting. Still a good quick smooth smoke.

For a quick 15-25 minute smoke the Short Story can't be beat. It has that distinctive smooth, creamy quality that only seems to come from the premium Fuente cigars.

Was hoping for more. Overrated, cost too much money for the payoff. I'm a contrarian I guess buy Arturo Fuentes of all kinds disappoint me.

A great cigar for the value and should be cherished by all who find them.

Hey, I want that cigar back! Like the girl that got away, this is the cigar that leaves you wanting more. Medium bodied, slightly spicy, slightly nutty, bit of citrus, with a earthy background. Burn, ash, draw and construction were all 1st rate, upon viewing it is hard to believe this perfecto shape would pull thru, but pull thru it does, with flying colors and speed!

this is truely a great smoke,one of the greatest. Smoking this cigar is like a fine looking women sitting down next to you,a smile comes to your face,you enjoy her sweet perfume,her glitter,her precense.you buy her a drink,she puts her hand on your shoulder and kisses you. you turn around to retreive your beer and she's gone never to see her again!! very nice cigar i enjoy its precence

It is a very nice looking little fella, boxed in a very nice looking box. The wrapper is a little bit oily, toothy, okay cap construction, and the cigar is nice, firm, and solid. It is easy to clip the cigar, and very easy to light it. Draw is very smooth after a couple of puffs. The ash is grayish, a little bit firm, and a little bit flaky. This cigar has a strong earthy taste, and just a little spicy. A light hint of minty taste, and I get the ¡§refreshing¡¨ feeling when I smoke this cigar. It has a complex flavor, and it is one of the best cigars I¡¦ve smoked last year. It remained as my all-time favorite. I gave 3 to my friend, but he told me the 3 he picked, 2 were really crappy ¡V bitter, soft spots all over the cigar, and he complained a lot, but he liked the one that was not defected, as he put it. I don¡¦t know, because he picked out one of my Avo cigars, and he said it was bad, so I guess he has the ability to pick out bad cigars, subconsciously, I think. It is a mild-medium bodied cigar, great smoke volume, and it never burns hot. The cigar tastes consistent throughout, becomes a little bit stronger when it burns to the band. I always smoke until my fingernails cannot hold it, and crave for more when I finish one. Great smoke if you only have half an hour of lunch time. A little bit expensive for this little guy though.

I have always got some of these around. I think of it as a good starter cigar. I say this for two reasons. First It's a good cigar to start a day of commited smoking. Three day Golf weekend of heavy smoking. The short story is a good first batter. Secondly, If you are with someone just start smoking this is a great one to begin with. Flavorfull but mild, and not too much gar to overwhelm.

A very nice figurado that has staying power. Great with a Bass Ale.

I was given one of these while in Chicago on a business trip and fell in love with them! A medium bodied beauty. When I returned home I purchased 2 boxes, 1 for smok`n and one for aging!

Great construction, easy to light. Not much flavor though. In fact it left what felt like a bland coating on my mouth that lingered for hours. Would not smoke again.

When you have only twenty to forty minutes to spare, the Short Story is a fabulous choice. Always well made, full bodied smoke, complex and flavorful. One of the mainstays of my rotation for a quickie from time to time.

Mild / Medium. Great balance. Flavor runs rampant, never overwhelming but creamy, spicey, nutty, fruity, etc. Couldn't pick the "most characteristic" flavor. Had to go back & get another one, it tasted just like "more". Maybe after this box I'll know.

What a wonderful smoke. I stretched it out to about 45 minutes and nearly had to get the
clips out. I actaully apoligized to the little guy for having to let him burn out. A great light, and smooth hunny-nutty taste w/ coco undertones throuhout. A nice med. bodied smoke. fun to smoke!

I can't believe I forgot to review this baby. I love these things!! I always have a box ready to smoke in my Humi. Perfect smoke for a short drive, or a luch break at work. Mild flavor and never had a burn problem.

fell in love with this cigar.sweet,creamy smoke.burnt my fingertips.with age becomes a very top tier smoke.too bad it's so hard to find on the net.

This little cigar is good from start to finish will well balanced medium strength and flavor from tip to tip. I smoked this til my fingers couldn't hold it, and I didn't want to waste the nub. A beautiful smoke, especially when you only have a short amount of time.

Best cigar for it's size. After their stored in the humidor, they're even better.

This cigar is a must try. A spicy, peppery smoke that grabs you attention and keeps it throughout the smoke. Smoke this one after a year of box time.

MY FIRST TIME SMOKING ONE OF THESE. I LOVED IT!

Nice little "front nine" cigar! It did not do much to help the putts fall however! Many cigars are not golf compatible (hard to keep lit etc.) but this one worked very well and was not overwhelming in taste. I also liked the fact that the wrapper staye

I LOVE THESE THINGS!

The AF Short Story is part of the Hemmingway line. This one felt firm to the touch. The Cameroon wrapper is tanned and shiny. An easy light, fair darw, and even burn. All characteristics that I've come to expect of a Hemmingway cigar.

The taste,

Great Taste. Uneven Burn first 1/3rd. Burned a little hot towards the end. Excellent taste makes up for all shortcomings, and then some!

You light this one at a length where most other cigars are tossed away. A medium to fuller bodied cigar, this one isn't strong, just richer, and the maduro wrapper adds just the right amount of sweetness and spice to what must be the finest short smoke i

an excellent smoke if you do not have a lot of time.

One of my favorites when time presses. I really great smoke all the way to the fingers. Nice peppery and spicy. A cigar and a half.

well made cigar that had an even burn but thats were my praise stops. Not much flavor. My fiance, who normally likes the smell of my cigars, did not enjoy this one. The aftertaste wasn't to bad but this is not the cigar for me.

the perfic cigar for those occasions when you don't have alot of time for a long smoke

Outside of a few Cubans this is the best smoke I've found. I burn at least a box of these little babies a month. My #1 smoke of chose.

A very mellow cigar. I felt like I was relaxing with a short old friend. Good taste and nice ash.

one of the best short smoke's available.

Fabulous to smoke alone while contemplating the universe

Ahhh one of the best!!

Short on flavor complexity, draw, and body but not on bitterness or price. Truly a short but sad story. (79)
Bet C.F. doesn't smoke these!!!

can ya beat it?....I DON'TTHINK SO !!! (if ya can find them)

Wow! Sweet, spicy, i never want this one to end. Consistant quality, always pleases.

Excellent Cigar when you don't have a lot of time

each one is better than the last.One great little smoke,wish they were more available

if you are going to smoke a small cigar,let this baby be the one.you won't be disapointed.

Tried to smoke it as far as it could be held.Great finish.

Excellent smoke overall! You just can't miss with these little gems. They are hard to find, but well worth it.

A great smoke but it burns a bit hot at the the end!

Good things do come in small packages! This cigar was loaded with rich and complex tastes from the moment I lit it up. It was beautiful in contruction and burned very well. It's unique size is reason enough to try this out. I will smoke this one again.

Now this is a Fuente!

Complex cigar for such a small smoke. There is a lot of hype with this cigar, but it is a good smoke and worth paying up to $5.00 each (in California)

Great construction, with a fairly average taste. Nice size for a cold Minnesota walk with the dog.

How do they get so much flavor in suh a small package?

Hearty and full bodied. Strong tobacco flavors whose harsh edge mellows as you smoke. Too little too late. By the time you really start to enjoy this interesting little cigar, your finished.

Where can I get a whole box of these beauties? A silky smooth,
creamy, well made cigar full of flavor.My mouth is watering as I
write this.Now I know what the Fuente fuss is about.

If there was only one cigar to smoke for everyday enjoyment it would have to be the Hemingway short story!

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